Profoundly Pointless

Batman. Wonder Woman. Martian Manhunter. Steve Orlando is the creative force behind some of comic’s most beloved characters. In an in-depth interview, we explore what it takes to be a comic book writer, the secret to good storytelling and what’s next for Wonder Woman. Then, John Shull considers getting a male tramp stamp. And we discuss the Top 5 Comic Book Villains. Steve Orlando: 01:55John Shull...

On stage it's beauty and grace, behind the scenes it's endless hard work and physical pain. In this episode we explore the life of a professional ballerina. Principal Dancer Petra Conti joins us. We talk growing up in the ballet, the joys of performance and dancing her last dance. Then, John Shull ruins Thanksgiving. And we discuss the Top 5 Dance Songs. Petra Conti: 02:13John Shull: 31:28Top 5: 4...

We’re exploring a unique side of the sex industry in this episode. Professional Submissive / Switch Kristyna Dark joins us. We talk private submissive sessions, sensual tickling and death fantasies. Then, John Shull gets confused about how Pop Tarts work. And we discuss the Top 5 Foods That Are Better Cold. Kristyna Dark: 01: 42John Shull: 26:42Top 5: 40:23Please leave a review if you like the sho...

There’s Sommeliers. And then there’s SommelYays! Sarah Tracey has spent the last decade traveling the world on a quest for the best wine. We talk building your pallet, finding the best value and why wine is a box is coming back. Then, John Shull travels forward in time. And we breakdown the Top 5 Things You Don’t Want to Tell Your Parents. Sarah Tracey: 01:36John Shull: 37:52Top 5: 49:40Please lea...

How did you do that? Every day he gets asked that question and now he's here to share. Professional Magician Titou joins us. We talk magical secrets, the shady world of stealing tricks and his work on Masters of Illusion. Then, John Shull gets weird with one of his neighbors. And we discuss the Top 5 Kinds of Hard Liquor. Titou: 01:41John Shull: 21:16Top 5 Liquors: 41:52Please leave a review if yo...

What started with a kid air drumming around the house, turned into more than 50 Heavy Metal albums. Legendary drummer Gene Hoglan joins us. We talk Thrash Metal drumming, Rock 'n' Roll stories and following your dream. Then, John Shull tells a story about shark attacks. And we discuss the Top 5 Pieces of Winter Clothing. Gene Hoglan: 02:16John Shull: 39:32Top 5 Winter Clothing Items: 56:26Please l...

Mean Girls, Footloose, E.T., she's been a driving force behind some of Hollywood's biggest hits. Casting Director Marci Liroff joins us. The stories behind your favorite movies, what makes a good actor and bringing diversity to movies. Then, John Shull gets mad about splashing people in the pool. And we discuss the Top 5 Months of the Year.  Marci Liroff: 01:15John Shull: 28:16Top 5 Months: 46:06P...

After hundreds of exorcisms he's here to tell his story. Exorcist Bishop Bryan Ouellette joins us. We talk demonic possession, curses and what really happens during an exorcism. Then, John Shull asks an important question about water slides. And we discuss the Top 5 Scary Things in Life. Bryan D Ouellette: 01:27John Shull: 45:17Top 5 Scary Things: 53:54Please leave a review if you like the showCon...

They're the most dangerous weapons on Earth. And with tensions rising, one push of a button could change the world. Hans Kristensen, the Director of The Nuclear Information Project, joins us. We talk nuclear stockpiles, what could send missiles flying and accidents that almost led to annihilation. Then, John Shull learns about what ghosts eat. And we discuss the Top 5 Halloween Movies of All Time....

He's traveled the world on a quest for the best ghost stories. Author and Ghost Hunter Jeff Belanger joins us. We talk the world's scariest places, the stories behind some famous ghosts and his work on the Ghost Adventures TV show. Then, John Shull defends his newfound soccer snobbery. And we discuss the Top 5 Fictional Ghosts. Jeff Belanger: 01:47John Shull: 42:06Top 5 Fictional Ghosts: 57:01Plea...

If you're a video game fan you know his voice. eSports Commentator James Chen joins us for this episode of Profoundly Pointless. We talk the future of fighting games, finding the courage to pursue your passion and the best video games and video game characters of all time. Then, John Shull explains the hazards of forearm sweat. And we discuss the Top 5 Days of the Week. James Chen: 02:28John Shull...

With beauty secrets and dinosaur discoveries we've got something for everyone in this episode. Celebrity Makeup Artist Misti Taylor joins us. We talk working in Hollywood, makeup tips and the secrets that can't leave set. Dinosaur Hunter Levi Shinkle is back with something special. The new dinosaur that could help unlock the secret of flight. Finally, John Shull explains why he stopped going to th...

When bad things happen, she helps people not die. Disaster Researcher Mika McKinnon joins us for this episode. We talk the hidden dangers of big disasters, her work with the SETI Institute, helping Hollywood stay realistic and the simple things you can do to stay safe in an emergency. Then, John Shull wastes his time researching tomatoes. And we discuss the Top 5 Cereals.  InstagramFacebookTwitter...

He's one of the fittest people on Earth. And he's on a quest to be THE fittest. Professional CrossFit Athlete Patrick Vellner joins us. We talk training techniques, nutritional advice, finding the motivation to really push yourself and the best time to take your shirt off. Then, John Shull explains why he keeps his shirt tucked in. And we look at the Top 5 NFL Mascots. Patrick Vellner: 01:47John S...

It's the technology of the future. But is that a good thing? Artificial Intelligence researcher Melanie Mitchell joins us. We talk the next big AI breakthrough, if we should trust computers and what some companies and government agencies are doing with AI that could be a big concern. Then, John Shull explores the complexity of a beaver dam. And we discuss the Top 5 Animals We'd Like to be Turned I...

He always dreamed of being a pilot. But when the Twin Towers fell, he knew he had to do more. Major John "Rain" Waters joins us in this episode of Profoundly Pointless. What flying an F-16 is really like, what he learned in 53 combat missions and what's really behind those cool sounding call signs. Then, John Shull unveils the best way to shop for pants. And we discuss the Top 5 Things You Shouldn...

From Tantric to BDSM and more, she spent years learning from sex educators all over the world. Now Sara Tang is here to help improve your sex life. The best positions, how to please your partner and the sex organ most people overlook. Then, John Shull learns about back alley dice games. And we discuss the Top 5 Movie Franchises. Sara Tang: 02:26John Shull: 42:39Top 5 Movie Franchises: 01:03:30Inst...

One minute you're sitting in a city council meeting, the next you're trending nationwide. Alex Kack, aka the #GreenShirtGuy, joins us. We talk about viral fame, the making of a meme and where he goes from here. Then, John Shull unveils his new Ivan Drago inspired rap song. And we discuss the Top 5 Colors. Alex Kack #GreenShirtGuy: 03:26John Shull: 22:39Top 5 Colors: 44:25InstagramFacebookTwitterAl...

People take them to look good and beat the competition. But what are performance-enhancing drugs really doing to your body. Steroid researcher Dr. Katinka van de Ven joins us. We talk the latest PED research, supplement contamination, how many athletes are taking them and why steroids should be studied more. Then, John Shull explains the importance of dry good storage. And we discuss the Top 5 Des...

From the top of Mt. Everest to the depths of the Southern Ocean, Adventure Filmmaker Dirk Collins has spent more than 20 years capturing the extreme on camera. We talk his latest films, losing friends in a dangerous profession, working with some of action sport's biggest names and what it takes to follow your passion. Then, John Shull gets emotional over his fear of free samples. And we discuss ou...

Daniel McDonald wants your poop! That's the attention getting headline. The real story is a fascinating look at the latest science on microbial life. How the microscopic bacteria living on and inside you affects your health. What antibiotics and the food you eat are doing to them. Why he wants to collect feces from all over world. And what the latest research into microbes means for the future of...

Britney Spears, Lady Gaga, Taylor Swift, Christina Aguilera. She's played them all at shows across the country. Celebrity Impersonator Christina Shaw joins us. We talk how it all started with a phone call, meeting the people she impersonates and why some impersonators are better than the real thing. Then, John Shull explains his honking strategy. And we discuss the Top 5 Mistakes You Make Over and...

We're going deep into the Earth with the latest earthquake science in this episode. Geologist Dr. Wendy Bohon and Seismologist Robert Geller join us. We talk the latest California quakes, danger zones and predicting the next "Big One" Then, John Shull talks about going to prison. And we discuss our most controversial Top 5 yet. Dr. Wendy Bohon and Robert Geller: 02:15John Shull: 35:23Top 5: 53:32I...

There may not be a wrong way to do barbecue but there's certainly a way to do it right. World Champion Barbecue Pitmaster Malcom Reed joins us. We talk high stakes barbecue competitions, creating a wildly popular YouTube channel and his best barbecue secrets. Then, John Shull surprises everyone with his success. And we look at the Top 5 Things about Summer.  Malcom Reed: 02:00John Shull: 28:14Top...

She's a professional dancer, model, producer and one of Las Vegas' premier Showgirls. Mariah Rivera joins us for this episode. We talk the life of a Las Vegas Showgirl, performing at the Luxor and the best Denver Broncos quarterback. Then, John Shull shares his deep love for scented candles. And we discuss the Top 5 Mario Kart characters. Mariah Rivera: 02:15John Shull: 34:43Top 5 Mario Kart Chara...