Profoundly Pointless

Lopati Leaso is one of the best Fire Knife Dancers in the World. But that title comes with a cost. Three years ago he was injured so badly doctors told him he would never perform again. We talk Fire Knife Dancing, performing with a warrior’s spirit and representing Samoan culture. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Ad Jingles. Lopati Leaso: 01:39ishPointless: 34:42ishTop 5: 50:20ishnickvinzant@gmail.com...

Most musicians play on instruments, “After Cooking” plays on what he finds in the trash. We talk Garbage Music, the strange looks he always gets and the best trash for making music. Then, we unveil a new Candle of the Month and Countdown the Top 5 Things you Always Mean to Do but Never Actually Do. After Cooking: 01:41ishPointless: 23:52ishTop 5: 43:40ishnickvinzant@gmail.com (Show Email)316-530-7...

For hundreds of years stories about Vampires have scared and captivated us. But where did they come from and why are some people convinced they are real. Vampire Scholar Theadora Jean joins us to talk Vampire Mythology, the original Count Dracula, Vampire movies and how Dracula went from scary to sexy. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Vampires. Theadora Jean: 01:53ishPointless: 50:22ishTop 5 Vampires:...

She’s now known as the Queen of Destruction. But there was a time when getting behind the wheel of a car was Bekkah Doyle’s greatest fear. We talk Demolition Derbys, the joy of racing and the most crash-resistant cars. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Scary but Real Places. Bekkah Doyle: 01:19ishPointless: 35:42ishTop 5: 52:38ishnickvinzant@gmail.com (Show Email)316-530-7719 (Show voicemail)https://ww...

Witchcraft is rising in popularity. And with a successful book of spells and 1.2 million followers spread across social media, Frankie Castanea, better known as Chaotic Witch Aunt, is one of the faces of modern witchcraft. We talk witchcraft, spells, hexes, religion and why more and more people are becoming witches. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Things to put Ketchup On. Chaotic Witch Aunt Frankie...

Their allure is all around us, but why do some people get addicted and others don’t. Dr. Joshua Grubbs studies addiction, specifically gambling and sex related addictions. We talk problem gambling, porn addictions, identifying and treating addictions and the most addictive things. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Things You Shouldn’t Buy Cheap. Dr. Joshua Grubbs: 01:21ishPointless: 47:23ishTop 5: 01:1...

Mickey Blank, better knows as New York Mickey, is a different kind of celebrity photographer. She’s gained a massive following online by showing a side of celebrities you don’t usually see. We talk celebrity photography, professional fans, the nicest and meanest celebrities and paparazzi. Then, we countdown a special “celebrity” themed Top 5. Mickey Blank (New York Mickey): 01:45ishPointless: 29:5...

From First Editions worth thousands, to long-lost manuscripts worth millions. Rare Bookseller Tom Ayling takes us inside the world of rare books. We talk the most expensive books in the world, forging counterfeit books, starting a book collection, lost books, banned books and what makes a book truly unique. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Collectibles. Tom Ayling: 01:43ishPointless: 54:55ishTop 5: 01...

Why do we get bored and how can we stay motivated? As a Boredom Researcher, Psychologist James Danckert is trying to answer those questions. We talk boredom, how to be more interesting, the secret to staying focused and what boredom is doing to your brain. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Boring Things. James Danckert: 01:14ishPointless: 56:13ishTop 5: 01:11:51ishnickvinzant@gmail.com (Show Email)316-...

What goes in to making a great cigar? Follow Cigar Blender and Foundation Cigar founder Nicholas Melillo’s journey from the fields of Nicaragua to award-winning, handmade cigars. We talk how cigars are made, the secret to cigar blending and the future of the cigar industry. Then we unveil a new Candle of the Month and countdown the Top 5 School Supplies. Nicholas Melillo: 02:09ishPointless: 52:43i...

From “Nope” and “The Dirt”, to “Judas and the Black Messiah”, Hollywood Dialect Coach Audrey LeCrone helps actors perfect their accents and get the character right. We talk teaching actors accents, becoming a dialect coach and the best and worst movie accents. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Worst Words. Audrey LeCrone: 02:15ishPointless: 42:50ishTop 5: 01:02:00ishnickvinzant@gmail.com (Show Email)31...

Can we become more than human? Transhumanist Zoltan Istvan is trying to take Transhumanism mainstream. As a thought leader, futurist, and presidential candidate, he believes we will soon be incorporating new technologies into our bodies. And that we need to start preparing now. We talk Transhumanism, robotic advancements, uploading our consciousness to the cloud and immortality. Then, we countdown...

With just his hands and a flashlight, Shadow Artist Boom Shadow Ace creates unforgettable art. We talk Shadow Art, sudden viral fame and how he uses popular songs to create moving shadows. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Worst Vegetables. Boom Shadow Ace: 02:19ishPointless: 24:25ishTop 5: 49:11ishnickvinzant@gmail.com (Show Email)316-530-7719 (Show voicemail)https://www.tiktok.com/@boomshadowace (Boo...

As a Particle Physicist working at the Large Hadron Collider at CERN, Dr. James Beacham is trying to unlock the secrets of the Universe. We talk Dark Matter, Dark Energy, how the Universe started, how the Universe will end, time travel, the Multiverse, Magic Numbers and why everything might be made of math. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Space Things. Dr. James Beacham: 02:19ishPointless: 59:51ishTo...

Look younger, regrow hair, eliminate wrinkles, have perfect skin and hair: cosmetic companies make a lot of claims. But do you know what’s really in the products you put on your body. Cosmetic Chemist Valerie George knows what cosmetic products work and which ones don’t. We talk the best skin and hair products, balding, toxic cosmetics, ingredients to look for and the real secret to looking younge...

With nothing more than a small seat, a fan engine and a kite, Paramotor Pilot Chucky Wright has soared higher than anyone in history. We talk becoming a paramotor pilot, the joy of flight and his next big adventure. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Fictional Birds. Chucky Wright Chucky Wright: 02:27ishPointless: 30:24ishTop 5: 49:38ishnickvinzant@gmail.com (Show Email)316-530-7719 (Contact the Show)ht...

Perched high above the crowd with a radio and pair of binoculars, NASCAR Spotter Tab Boyd has been the eyes and ears for some of racing’s biggest names. We go behind the scenes of NASCAR, explore the life of a spotter, talk track fights and reveal what racing teams really think of certain tracks. Then, we sound out a special Top 5 Countdown. Tab Boyd: 02:14ishPointless: 42:23ishTop 5: 59:53nickvin...

Organized Crime, Corrupt Corporations, Rogue Nations, follow the money and you never know where it might lead. Financial Crime Investigator and Educator Suzanne Lynch has been following the money for more than 20 years. We talk fraudulent businesses, multi-level marketing scams, money laundering and how to protect your identity and bank account. Then we countdown the Top 5 Life Experiences. Suzann...

Pickleball is the fastest growing sport in the world. And Ben Johns is the sport's best player. He's ranked number one in nearly every category. We talk Pickleball tips, training secrets, being the best in the world, growing the sport and getting hit by wiffleballs. Then, we unveil a new Candle of the Month and countdown the Top 5 Hardest Foods to Eat. Ben Johns: 02:00ishPointless: 31:35ishTop 5:...

From Burning Man to the Golden Gate Bridge to July 4th celebrations all across America, Pyrotechnician Steve Yoss has worked on some of the biggest fireworks shows in the world. We talk becoming a pyrotechnician, how fireworks are made, staying safe and the future of fireworks. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Fireworks. Steve Yoss: 01:47ishPointless: 36:26ishTop 5: 54:46ishnickvinzant@gmail.com (Show...

With over three million followers and 400 million views, Lennia McCarter (aka Folding Queen) has turned folding laundry into a social media sensation. We talk the best way to fold clothes, home organization, social media fame and making folding fitted sheets look easy. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Hardest Things to Fold. Folding Queen Lennia McCarter: 01:55ishPointless: 20:30ishTop 5: 46:11ishnick...

Jenna Starr is one of the most sought after and popular performers in her industry. But two years ago her life was very different. Follow her journey from business owner to OnlyFans Content Creator to viral video star to adult entertainment and mainstream movies. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Most Annoying Things. Jenna Starr: 02:03ishPointless: 26:32ishTop 5: 45:06ishnickvinzant@gmail.com (Show Em...

Professional Google Maps Player Rainbolt knows the world at a glance. Show him any picture on Google Street View and he can tell you exactly where it is. We talk competitive Google Maps, GeoGuessr, Geography, Travel secrets and figuring out where movies, TV Shows and music videos were really shot. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Condiments and unveil a new Candle of the Month. Rainbolt: 02:12ishPoint...

Kaitlyn Stewart has been called the World’s Best Bartender. And from her craft cocktails and signature drinks to her hospitality and knowledge of spirits, it’s easy to see why. We talk professional bartending, the secret to good craft cocktails, the best new spirits, the next big thing in the bar industry and her favorite bar stories. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Water Activities. Kaitlyn Stewart:...

Do you have the skills to survive if everything goes wrong? From the African desert to the Amazon rainforest, Survival Expert Melissa Miller has been dropped into some of the most dangerous environments on Earth. We talk wilderness survival, urban survival and what really happens on the hit TV show Naked and Afraid. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Pieces of Summer Clothing. Show email: nickvinzant@gm...