Profoundly Pointless

The NFL Draft is fast approaching and NFL Agent Evan Brennan is fielding hundreds of phone calls a day, all in the hopes of moving his clients just a few spots up in the draft. Go inside the life of an NFL Agent as we talk cloak and dagger contracts, shady recruiting tactics and the business of the NFL. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Sports Video Games. Evan Brennan: 01:36 Pointless: 35:22 Top 5: 56...

Eclipse Astronomer Dr. Benjamin Boe has spent the last decade studying eclipses all over the world. He says the total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024, will be incredibly special. We talk the rarity of solar eclipses, what science has learned because of eclipses and why one day, we won’t have them anymore. Then, we unveil a new Candle of the Month and countdown the Top 5 Scariest Things About Space....

There have been five Mass Extinctions in Earth’s history and right now, we might be in the middle of a sixth. Paleontologist Dr. Michael Benton studies Mass Extinction events. We talk the history of mass extinctions, what causes mass extinction and if humans will survive the next one. Then, we countdown a special “touchy” Top 5. Dr. Michael Benton: 01:24 Pointless: 35:40 Top 5: 55:28 Contact the S...

For the last eight years “Dace” (aka The Modern Working Girl) has been legally working as a prostitute at the Mustang Ranch in Nevada. We talk becoming a legal prostitute, saving marriages, moms bringing in their sons and life on the Ranch. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Racks. No, not those racks, the other racks. “Dace”: 01:14 Pointless: 27:15 Top 5: 44:13 Contact the Show "Dace" Instagram “Dace”...

It’s not illegal but counting cards in Las Vegas can be a dangerous business. Professional Card Counter WitChozy has been banned from dozens of casinos. We talk the secret to counting cards, why casinos hate card counters like him and parking lot encounters. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Best Birthday years. WitChozy: 01:16 Pointless: 35:52 Top 5: 48:07 Contact the Show WitChozy TikTok WitChozy Ins...

What really happens inside a Las Vegas Gentlemen’s club. “Daisy” has spent years working at some of Las Vegas most popular clubs. Go behind the pole and into the VIP sections as we talk making thousands in one night, unusual requests and life outside the club. Then, we unveil a new Candle of the Month and countdown the Top 5 Practical Superpowers. 50% of Factor Code: pointless50 “Daisy”: 01:18 Poi...

Chain Whips, Fire Whips, Bull Whips, making up new lyrics to popular songs while whipping, Jack Lepiarz - aka Jacquez Ze Whipper - can do anything with a whip. We talk growing up in the circus, the rising popularity of Renaissance Faires and musical whipping. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Flavors of Doritos. Jack the Whipper: 01:23 Pointless: 36:18 Top 5 Doritos Flavors: 53:53 20% off Joymode Code:...

Gambler Richard Marcus is by far the greatest casino cheat of all time. For more than 25 years he cheated casinos all over the world for millions of dollars every year. We talk cheating in casinos, the life of a Professional Casino Cheat and the one move casinos never figured out. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Best Excuses. Richard Marcus: 01:16 Pointless: 29:56 Top 5 Excuses: 45:53 Contact the Sho...

Sleight of hand scams, Edge Working, hacking into slot machines, world-traveling teams of Professional Casino Cheats. George Joseph has spent the last 50 years catching people cheating in casinos. We talk the best and worst casino cheats, 100 million dollar scams and the main reason cheaters get caught. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Messiest Foods to Eat. George Joseph: 01:21 Pointless: 35:35 Top 5...

We’ve all experienced that feeling in our gut. But when should you trust your intuition and when should you ignore it? Intuition Researcher and Cognitive Neuroscientist Dr. Joel Pearson studies how intuition works. We talk trusting your intuition, decoding the information hidden in our subconscious and why we should smile more. Then, we unveil a new Candle of the Month and countdown the Top 5 Acti...

From record-setting trips across Antarctica to crossing the North Pole in middle of Arctic night, legendary Polar Explorer Borge Ousland has been exploring the coldest, most remote regions on Earth for more than 30 years. We talk Polar Exploration, dangers on the ice and the last great polar expedition. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Juices. Borge Ousland: 01:16 Pointless: 29:29 Top 5: 53:11 50% off...

From the heights of the Himalayas to the remote peaks of Antarctica, Extreme Mountaineer Anja Blacha has climbed some of the most dangerous and demanding mountains on Earth. We talk extreme mountaineering, climbing the seven summits and finding motivation in everyday life. Then, from Christmas lights and neon signs, to lanterns and flashlights, we countdown the Top 5 Kinds of Lights. Thanks to Eve...

From winning X Games three times, to exploring the wildest parts of the Canadian backcountry to pulling off the world’s first snowbike base jump, Cody Matechuck has explored the limits of Snowbiking. We talk Snowbiking, the freedom of the backcountry and never getting comfortable. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Foods that Start with A. Cody Matechuk: 01:23 Pointless: 31:07 Top 5: 47:30 Contact the S...

Sex robots, virtual words and remote pleasure on demand. Futurist Ross Dawson says this is where our sexual future is headed. We talk the future of sex, the dreams and dangers that lie ahead and falling in love with robots. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Popular Things We Have No Interest in. Futurist Ross Dawson: 01:14 Pointless: 31:21 Top 5: 53:55 Contact the Show Ross Dawson's Website Future of S...

From frozen alpine lakes high in the mountains to icy rivers in the heart of Alaska, Luc Mehl has spent years chasing Wild Ice. We talk the increasing popularity and danger of Wild Ice Skating, the best ice rescue techniques and skating on thin ice. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Pops/Sodas. Get EveryPlate for just $1.49 a meal plus $1 stake for life Website: https://get.everyplate.com/podcast Enter...

We've got Animals, Candles and Hope so let's bring in a New Year. We talk failed New Year's Resolutions, reveal our pick for Candle of the Year and countdown the Top 5 Animals Mascots. Thank you so much for all your support in 2023. Hope you had a good 2023 and have an amazing 2024. Pointless: 00:00 Candle of the Year: 12:41 Top 5 Animal Mascots: 17:20 Contact the Show Learn more about your ad cho...

It’s been touted as a way to boost your metabolism, reduce inflammation and improve your immune system. But does Cold Therapy really work? Dr. Francois Haman has been researching cold for more than 25 years. We talk the effects of cold on the human body, the positives and negatives of cold therapy and cryogenic freezing. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Worst Things About Christmas. Dr. Francois Haman...

Her legs are shaking, her stomach is nauseous, and a 150 foot cliff is to her right, but Freeskiing World Champion Jess Hotter couldn’t be happier. We talk Freeskiing, overcoming your fears and hucking your meat. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Mall Stores of All Time. Jess Hotter: 01:16 Pointless: 34:06 Top 5 Mall Stores: 46:25 Contact the Show Jess Hotter Instagram Learn more about your ad choices....

Our glaciers aren’t just melting, they’re changing the planet. Affecting gravity, sea levels and the shape of continents. Glaciologist Dr. Timothy Barthalomous studies how glaciers move. We talk glaciers, climate change and what’s happening to North Carolina. Then, we unveil a new Candle of the Month and countdown the Top 5 Christmas Decorations. Dr. Timothy Bartholomaus: 01:15 Pointless: 38:29 Ca...

From intricate flowers with detailed petals to giant dragons carved from 300 pound blocks of ice, renowned Ice Sculptor Shintaro Okamoto turns ice into art. We talk Ice Sculpting, chainsaws and the joy and pain of watching his art melt away. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Winter Animals. Shintaro Okamoto: 01:24 Pointless: 35:17 Top 5 Winter Animals: 52:06 Contact the Show Shintaro Okamoto Instagram...

Nothing goes together better than Thanksgiving and Latex. Latex Model Kitty Malone joins us. We talk latex, being kinky and her most interesting requests. Then, we debate the best time for Thanksgiving Dinner and countdown the Top 5 Thanksgiving sides. Happy Thanksgiving everyone and thank you so much for all your support. Latex Kitty Malone: 01:02 Pointless: 36:27 Top 5 Thanksgiving Sides: 52:50...

In the world of Financial Domination you have to pay to serve. And for Dominatrix Ruby Enraylls people are willing to pay big. Go inside the world of Financial Domination as we talk fin dom experiences, humiliation and money management. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Worst Car Sounds. Ruby Enraylls: 01:20 Pointless: 31:25 Top 5: 51:40 Contact the Show Ruby Enraylls Website Ruby Enraylls Twitter Lear...

You’ll have to read between the lines to understand what this episode is all about. As a Luxury Travel Companion, Madison Montgomery offers more than just companionship. Take a peak inside the world of high class escorts as we talk celebrity NDAs, making thousands of dollars a night and the cost of breaking into the business. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Cold Weather Foods. Madison Montgomery: 01:...

Sugar Dating is when an older, wealthy man provides for a young, beautiful woman in exchange for companionship and physical intimacy. But what is Sugar Dating really like? McKenna King has been Sugar Dating for nearly a decade. We talk Sugar Babies and Sugar Daddies, allowances and agreements, and why more people are turning to Sugar Dating. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Personality Traits. McKenna...

Vampires, Werewolves, Zombies, Manananggals, Monster Scholar Dr. Emily Zarka studies them all. We talk monster origins, how monster stories have influenced society and which monsters might be real. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Worst Halloween Candies to Get. Dr. Emily Zarka: 01:14 Pointless: 23:30 Top 5 Worst Candies: 38:26 Contact the Show Dr. Emily Zarka's Website Dr. Emily Zarka Twitter Learn m...