Point of Doo

In this episode, Justin and Nick discuss HB1557, also known as the “Don’t Say Gay Bill”. The two talk about what it is, why it is being criticized as harmful to queer children as well as children with queer friends and family, and ways that sexual orientation can be taught appropriately in a classroom setting. Resources: HB1557 The Trevor Project American Psychological Association Definition of Se...

TW: Mention of sexual assault/harassment  Justin and Nick have a discussion about Toxic Masculinity and what it means to be — and identify as — a man in today's world. They talk about the difference between sex and gender, the historical context of gender norms, and the relation between emotions and masculinity. Resources: Sex, Gender, and Why the Differences Matter What's intersex? The Problem Wi...

Justin and Nick invite their friend Lauren Wong to the show to talk about what life was like growing up in a military family. She shares her experience growing up on an air force base, describes the close-knit community that her and her neighbors formed, and offers a reflection on being an "air force brat," overall.

It's the one where they talk about the restaurant industry! Justin and Nick welcome guest host, Ryan DeVillier (Ep. 4), and Nick's restaurant colleagues, Bridgette Sullivan and Claire Keane, to discuss horror stories from the serving industry, give insight on the innerworkings of a restaurant, and of course, what they love about their job.  (Note: The name of the restaurant where Claire, Bridgette...

Welcome Little Monsters and other new listeners! The first Point of Doo ACADEMY EDITION is here! In this shorter episode series, Nick or Justin will teach the other about a topic they’re passionate about. Today’s topic—on her 36th birthday—12x Grammy winner and Nick’s hero: LADY GAGA. Hear how he has experienced her music, message, and media presence from the age of 11 hearing Just Dance for the f...

In this episode, Justin and Nick discuss the season of Lent—what it is, why and how it is recognized, and what they, themselves, think about it. Alternatives to giving something up for Lent are also discussed, in addition to the topic of fundamentalism and some hot takes on who REALLY knows Jesus—and who could do better. Of course, the episode concludes with Ash Wednesday memes, cuz how could we n...

Temporarily escape from the stresses of reality by tuning into this Two-Act episode of Point of Doo. In Act II, Justin and Nick sort various celebrities into their proper Hogwarts House. https://www.wizardingworld.com/

Temporarily escape from the stresses of reality by tuning into this Two-Act episode of Point of Doo. In Act I, Justin and Nick both choose an established, fictional universe to become characters in and discuss the who, the where, and the why. 

Justin and Nick have a candid, check-in conversation, 7 months after the first episode of Point of Doo. They discuss their experience with the latest Omicron variant of Covid-19, how living at home in their twenties is different from when they were in high school, and what they've learned about being an "adult" since August 2021.

Welcome to Point of Doo: Passport Edition! In this series, we interview friends of the Podcast that either live in a country other than the United States or have spent an extended period of time living outside of the United States. On this episode, Justin and Nick welcome their friend, Zak Bryce of Melbourne, Australia.

In this first Point of Doo episode of 2022, Justin and Nick reflect on their break, including a run-in with the law! They detail some of the new aspects of the show and give their thoughts on romantic relationships: what they each look for in a partner, what they think relationships require, and more.

It's Official! Point of Doo Returns on Monday, February 14 at 12 pm EST!

Justin and Nick revisit the last 22 episodes of Point of Doo with funny montages, behind-the-scenes commentary, and reviewing themes of the show since the beginning. Thank you all for the constant support of Point of Doo and for helping the show grow. We are so grateful for each and every one of you. Have a safe and Happy New Year and we'll see you in 2022!  

As 2021 comes to a close, Justin and Nick discuss New Year resolutions. They talk about resolutions they've had in the past, ones they have for 2022, the top 10 most common New Year resolutions, if resolutions actually work, and goals they have for Point of Doo in the New Year. 

It's the #HolidaySeason! Here at Point of Doo, we wanted to discuss the holiday tradition of gift-giving and receiving. Justin and Nick describe some of the weirdest and best gifts they've given and received and talk about the evolution of gifts as you grow older. 

Point of Doo welcomes the creator of @mind.on.my.mantra, Erica Marshall, to the show to discuss what mantras mean to her, the power that one's mantra can have on their day-to-day life, and share tips on how to create a mantra for yourself. Erica also reminisces about working with Justin and Nick at Loyola University Maryland and talks about what she's been up to since graduating with her Master of...

In this very honest and compassionate Point of Doo episode, Justin and Nick discuss forgiveness—what it means to them, what they need in order to forgive and grow, and a skill that takes much practice: forgiveness of self. They also discuss the gray area that is often hard to recognize in a culture that is quick to “cancel,” as well as the compassion and respect it takes to see each other as more...

Join Justin and Nick as they discuss the origins of American and Canadian Thanksgiving, talk about their family traditions, and reflect on what they are grateful for. PLUS, stay tuned for Justin's one-time-only impression of his cousin singing her favorite "12 Days of Christmas" verse! WE HAVE MERCH! For a limited time, Dan, Justin, and Nick are excited to be launching some exclusive Point of Doo...

In this 17th Point of Doo episode, Justin and Nick ask each other a series of rapid-fire questions. Learn LOTS more about your hosts, from their celebrity crushes to their favorite conspiracy theories! It’s a tea-filled episode, and it’s all from their own Point of Doo.

October wasn't just Spooky Season, it was also Breast Cancer Awareness Month. On a VERY special episode of Point of Doo, Justin and Nick set out to provide information and spread awareness on breast cancer; welcoming Marion Fields, a breast cancer survivor, mother of three (four including her canine shadow Riley), and a friend of the podcast, to share her story. Listen as she talks about things fr...

As spooky season comes to a close, Justin and Nick discuss previous Halloween costumes, what scares them, and breakdown everything related to fear. Thierry Steimer, The biology of fear- and anxiety-related behaviors: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3181681/ Top 10 Fears:  https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/what-mentally-strong-people-dont-do/202001/top-10-fears-hold-people-back-i...

On this episode of Point of Doo, Justin and Nick welcome their friends Elisabeth Abdoo and Rachel Turrisi to discuss their experience living in their first apartment after college, as well as what it was like quarantining together in Florida, and their recent 10k run with Back on My Feet, a not for profit organization.

In this 13th episode of Point of Doo, Justin and Nick welcome Nick Staker, Nick’s good friend by the same name, to discuss the Marvel Cinematic Universe and rank the three’s Top 10 Pixar Movies.

Per a listener suggestion, Nick and Justin discuss the nuances between a dating culture and a hookup culture. They talk about the influence of the internet and dating apps on the relationship-making process of dating, and Justin introduces "The Dating Assignment" that Dr. Kerri Cronin, PhD assigns to her students at Boston College. https://www.thedatingprojectmovie.com/ https://www.bc.edu/content/...

In this episode of Point of Doo, Nick and Justin discuss the different metaphorical masks we put on in different environments, and what it means to be authentic. They examine the definition of being “fake,” and play a game of guess the impression. (Their imitation skills are questionable.)