Profoundly Pointless

Put on your glass slippers cause we're taking Cinderella to the big dance. Former Loyola Chicago star Ben Richardson joins the show. We talk March Madness, getting to the Final Four as an underdog and how he feels about ruining your bracket. Then, John Shull explains why Powerball is a strategy game and not just random luck. And we discuss the Top 5 biggest upsets all time - movies included. Ben R...

You wanna bench 1,000+ pounds? Be able to squat even more? World record holding powerlifter Blaine Sumner is here to show you how - or at least tell you how he did it. We talk strength training, powerlifting changes and drinking blending chicken. Then, John Shull describes the awkwardness behind his first kiss. And we discuss the Top 5 types of sandwich. Blaine Sumner: 01:55John Shull: 27:22Top 5...

What do the cards say about your future? Professional Tarot Card Reader and Witch Ethony Dawn tell us in this episode of Profoundly Pointless. We look at the role fate plays, why some spells don't work and how we are all connected. Then, John Shull questions the difference between ice cream and popcorn. We discuss Lorena Bobbitt, Kurt Russell's greatness, Rock Climbing and what are the Top 5 best...

Grab your swimsuit and put on some sunscreen because we're off to explore the ocean in this episode. Shark expert and marine biologist Jillian Morris-Brake joins the show. Why sharks are misunderstood, how we can protect them and who is the cool kid in shark high school. Then, John Shull defends mayo and horseradish as we analyse the Top 5 condiments. Jillian Morris-Brake: 02:04John Shull: 28:18To...

Single? Stuck in the dreaded friend zone? Don't worry, Kezia Noble is here to help. How she became one of the world's best dating experts, secret tips to get that dream date and why social media is ruining your game. Then, John Shull lies about his late night habits. And we discuss our Top 5 irrational fears. Kezia Noble: 02:27John Shull: 33:40Top 5 Irrational Fears: 57:20InstagramFacebookTwitterK...

It's all Basketball and Love in this episode of Profoundly Pointless. Professional Dunker Jared Roth joins show. How he worked his way to a 50-inch vertical, why NBA players give him props and what Iron Man and Space Jam have to do with great dunking. Then, John Shull explains why White Castle is the perfect Valentine's Day date. And we unveil our Top 5 relationship tips. Professional Dunker Jared...

She's one of the most influential women in the marijuana industry and today Mary Jane Gibson joins the show. Her work at High Times, nationwide legalization and the best of cannabis culture. Then, John Shull unveils his list for the Top 5 things every man should own. And we debut our new $500 mystery photo contest. Mary Jane Gibson: 02:16John Shull: 31:475 things men should own: 1:01:38InstagramFa...

We're going high class and low class in this episode. Orchestra Conductor Alan Pierson joins the show. How he went from MIT physics to music, who are the bad boys of the orchestra and what it's like working with Erykah Badu and Yasiin Bey (Mos Def). Then, John Shull breaks down his Top 5 Super Bowl snacks. And why you should trust people with extra letters in their name. Alan Pierson: 02:53John Sh...

We're going to Vegas in this episode of Profoundly Pointless. Las Vegas Singer and Entertainer Krystal Goddard joins the show. How she went from karaoke machines to performing in casinos. Strange things she sees in the audience. And how witnessing the Route 91 music festival shooting inspired her to pursue another dream. Then, John Shull talks money management skills in the Top 5 things you should...

Mortician during the day, stand-up comedian at night. Morty the Mortician joins us for this episode of Profoundly Pointless. What it's like being a mortician, his strangest experiences and how he fell into comedy. Then, John Shull celebrates the greatness that is Captain D's. And we discuss the Top 5 things significant others make you lie about. Morty the Mortician: 01:35John Shull: 33:20Lying to...

Traveling the world, making good money, performing in front of thousands. This is the life of Yo-Yo World Champion Gentry Stein. We talk how he got started, day long practice sessions and if Yo-Yo is "cool". Then, John Shull reveals why his feet get so many compliments. And we discuss the Top 5 things you shouldn't do before noon. Gentry Stein: 02:09John Shull: 20:40Top 5 don'ts before noon: 44:53...

Snuggle up, cause we're going into 2019 with some happiness. Professional Cuddler Samantha Hess joins the show. How she started her cuddling business, why touch is so important and if Big Spoon is really the best. Then, John Shull's moment of truth arrives. He unveils his yo-yo tricks video and we discuss the Top 5 best generic comebacks. You don't like it? Well, your mom does. Samantha Hess of Cu...

They've been called "the most controversial religion in American history" and in this episode we find out why. Stu de Haan with the Satanic Temple of Arizona joins the show. We talk Satanism, religious freedom and after school programs. Then, John Shull gets mad over holiday movies. And we discuss the best three animals to take into battle. Stu de Haan: 2:09John Shull: 24: 13Top 5 Holiday Movies:...

This episode is all about the future. Futurists Brian David Johnson and Ryan O'Shea join the show to look at what's ahead in 2019 and beyond. We talk artificial intelligence, biotechnology, potential disasters and of course....jet packs. Then, John Shull answers tough questions about his YoYo tricks video. And we discuss the Top 5 worst Christmas gifts. Futurists Brian David Johnson and Ryan O'She...

From Ataris to Wiffle balls, bikes to Tonka Trucks, we're talking toys with the man who knows them best. Nicholas Ricketts, the curator of the Strong Museum of Play and National Toy Hall of Fame joins the show. We talk illegal toys, childhood memories and what makes a toy Hall of Fame worthy. Then, John Shull reveals a shocking secret. One so surprising, it could cost him both of his two friends. ...

Twitch streamer Natalie the Zombi Unicorn joins the show in this episode. We talk Twitch, her favorite video games, body painting and staying positive online. Next, John Shull starts a vicious debate over wolverines and woodchucks. And we discuss the Top 5 video game franchises. Zombi Unicorn: 3:01John Shull: 44:44Top 5 video game franchises: 1:12:30InstagramFacebookTwitter  Learn more about your...

Kratos, the Rhino, Martian Manhunter, One Punch Man characters, Chris Jai Alex has played them all. He's probably even sold you wings. Get ready to be motivated as we talk music, movies, voice acting, anime, motion capture and more importantly....cereal. Next, John Shull takes time out of his busy Popcorn Chicken schedule to discuss the Top 5 holidays. Chris Jai Alex: 2:20John Shull's Fast Five: 3...

This episode is all about going against the odds. AZ Powergirl Cara Nicole joins the show. We talk why she wanted to run for office, Powergirl and bad movies. Then, John Shull debuts a new segment he says will save the show. And we discuss the Top 5 Thanksgiving side dishes. Cara Nicole: 3:15John's Greatest Segment Ever: 24:50Thanksgiving: 45:24InstagramFacebookTwitter Learn more about your ad cho...

In this episode we have a slightly NSFW conversation with Lily Allegro. How she got started in the sex industry, why she'll never quit and chickens. Yes, chickens. It will make sense if you listen. We then continue the animal theme with John Shull, who thinks he can outrun a bison. Why he can't and the Top 5 future technologies we're most looking forward to, all in this episode of Profoundly Point...

National Geographic Photographer Peter McBride joins the show. We talk photography, film, travel and conservation with the 2017 Adventurer of the Year. Then, we discuss the awesomeness of ski lift related horror movies and attempt to answer the ultimate question....is the hot dog a sandwich? Peter McBride:1:25John Shull: 23:45Ski Lift to Death and Top 5: 37.15InstagramFacebookTwitterPeter McBride...

He graduated high school one day, the next he started his career as a Professional Wrestler. Peter Avalon, "The Biggest Man in Professional Wrestling" is our special guest this episode. We talk about how he got started, life on the independent circuit and the curious sex appeal of vampires. Next, John Shull is back with a Tip of the Week. We discuss the Top 5 Halloween costumes and how I'm online...

​We start this episode with the story of Teddy's birthday party. Then, it's all about the paranormal. Professional Ghost Hunter Lee Roberts joins the show to talk scary stories, what he really believes and searching for ghosts with Batman. Finally, John Shull is back to talk scariest movie villains and worst sayings. Teddy's Party: 1:00Lee Roberts: 4:22Scariest movie villains:31:02Worst sayings: 4...

She's been in blockbuster movies, set records in Ninja Warrior Japan and backflipped all over the world. Now, stuntwoman Luci Romberg joins the show. We talk her favorite stunts, freerunning and ambulance rides with Melissa McCarthy. We're also debuting our new random listener segment. Where we talk what would be the Top 5 most annoying animals if they could suddenly talk.​Luci Romberg: 3:00Josh C...

This episode is all about new adventures. We talk to explorer Mattias Mayr about being the first to step foot in parts of Antarctica. Why he navigated by kite, what skiing an untouched mountain is like and how 30 below feels. Then, NPC Competitor Rachel Karwas joins the show as our special guest co-host. We debate the best Halloween candies, five things guys shouldn't do and how she got a reputati...

We get to go back in time this episode. All the way back to the time of the dinosaurs. Dinosaur hunter Levi Shinkle joins the show to talk finding fossils, Jurassic Park vs The Land Before Time, some big new finds and the Top 5 dinosaurs of all time. Then, in a startling revelation. John Shull shocks everyone by claiming that he doesn't believe in dinosaurs and that the Mazda Miata is an underrate...