The Best Things

Today we’re waving the stars and stripes and debating a question as big as America itself: what’s the best thing about America? In this episode, Craig and Aaron go head-to-head on what makes America great, from food and innovation to sports, scenery, and beyond. Whether you’re a lover of American fast food, a fan of college sports, or just proud to call the USA home, we’re breaking down and rankin...

Today we’re firing up the grill and asking one of the most important questions in backyard cookout history: what is the best meat to grill? Is it the classic hamburger? The dependable hot dog? A perfectly grilled steak? Brats? Chicken wings? Ribs? Pork chops? Shrimp? Or is there a sleeper pick that deserves way more respect at the cookout? In this episode of The Best Things, Craig and Aaron debate...

This week, it’s Craig vs Aaron in the ultimate superhero team draft. We each built a full team across 9 categories like Leader, Fast, Strong, Moral Compass, Specialist, Non-Human, Smart, Wildcard, and Villain… then put every single matchup head-to-head using a scoring system to determine a winner. Some picks were obvious. Others… got debated way longer than they should have. Who built the better t...

This week, we’re going to space. With Artemis II laying groundwork to send humans to the Moon again, we figured it was the perfect time to dive into one of our favorite movie categories… space movies. From scientifically accurate survival stories to completely unrealistic explosions in zero gravity, we break down what makes a space movie great, what makes them ridiculous, and which ones actually h...

Not all water is created equal. In this episode of The Best Things, we break down everything you didn’t know you needed to know about water. From bottled vs tap, to ice vs no ice, to the vessels that somehow make it taste better… we’re putting it all on the table. We draft, debate, and ultimately crown the best water experience of all time. Stay hydrated. Check out our website bestthingspod.com! F...

Big news. Huge, honestly. Groundbreaking stuff. We’re moving our episode release day from Monday to Wednesday. Yes, we know. Take a second. Sit down if you need to. In this very important, definitely-worth-your-time 8-minute bonus episode, Craig breaks down the why behind this earth-shattering decision. Is it strategy? Is it genius? Is it because Mondays are chaotic and we needed more time? You’ll...

March Madness is back, and so are we. In this episode, Craig and Aaron revisit one of the most exciting times in sports and break down all the things that make the NCAA Tournament so great. From unforgettable moments and Cinderella runs to the chaos of filling out brackets, we talk about what makes March Madness one of the best sporting events of the year. Along the way we dive into some of the to...

Was old school stuff better… or are we just nostalgic? In this episode, Craig and Aaron dive into the great debate: old school vs new school. From technology and entertainment to games, food, and everyday life, we’re asking the big question everyone eventually wrestles with… Did things peak in the “good old days” or have modern upgrades actually made life better? We talk flip phones vs smartphones...

This week on The Best Things with Craig and Aaron , we tackle one of the most important culinary debates of our time… Who has the best fast food chicken nuggets? We grabbed nuggets from the biggest names in the game and put them head-to-head. We’re talking crispiness, flavor, sauce compatibility, dippability, nostalgia factor, and yes… shape integrity. Are McDonald’s nuggets still elite? Is Chick-...

The Winter Olympics are back, and we could not resist digging in. From the sports that make total sense to the ones that feel like someone invented them on a dare, we talk through what’s actually happening on the ice and snow, which events deserve more respect, and which ones leave us with more questions than answers. Along the way, we hit fun facts, weird rules, questionable equipment choices, an...

Snow days have a way of slowing everything down. School gets canceled, schedules disappear, and suddenly all you want is something warm, familiar, and incredibly comforting. So that’s exactly what we did. This week on The Best Things , we’re talking comfort food. The kind of food that feels like a blanket. The meals that show up when it’s cold outside and everything inside just wants to settle dow...

What do Smurfs, blueberries, blue jeans, and the Detroit Lions all have in common? They’re blue. But which blue thing reigns supreme? In this episode, we dive headfirst into the color blue. We debate the most iconic, useful, nostalgic, and downright elite blue things across food, nature, pop culture, technology, and more. As always, things get heated, opinions get strong, and logic occasionally ge...

It’s the most delicious time of the year. This week, we’re breaking down the best Christmas foods and asking the questions that really matter. Sweet or savory. Nostalgic or overrated. The dishes that make the holidays magical and the ones we only pretend to like because Grandma made them. From Christmas morning staples to desserts that absolutely deserve their own holiday, we debate, rank, and pro...

It’s a Christmas themed episode of The Best Things Podcast as Craig and Aaron break down the most memorable characters from Christmas movies and TV specials, debate the heavy hitters, and bracket it all out to crown the best Christmas character of all time. Quick note for listeners: This is a throwback episode, originally released in 2022... Ironically, when this episode was originally recorded, A...

Christmas movies are not just movies, they are a whole vibe. In this episode of The Best Things, Craig and Aaron dive into the snow globe of holiday cinema and talk about the films that make Christmas feel like Christmas. From modern favorites like Elf and Home Alone to cozy classics like It’s a Wonderful Life, White Christmas, and Christmas Vacation, we are breaking down what works, what does not...

Craig and Aaron are back with part three of their multi-year journey through the wild world of TV and movie streaming. A lot has changed since the last time they opened up this can of digital worms, so it felt like the perfect moment to check back in and see who is thriving, who is struggling, and who is raising prices again for no good reason. Instead of running a bracket this time, the guys take...

Pumpkin spice round two! Craig and Aaron continue their snack-tasting marathon as the pumpkin takeover gets even weirder. Will pumpkin spice live up to the hype, or have we finally hit the limit? Grab your favorite fall drink and join us as we taste our way through the most autumn-flavored episode ever. Check out our website bestthingspod.com! Find us on TikTok, Instagram, Facebook and Twitter @be...

It’s officially pumpkin spice season — and we’re going all in. Craig and Aaron hit up Walmart and grabbed every pumpkin spice snack they could find. From breakfast foods to desserts and everything in between, we find out which pumpkin spice products are worth stocking up on and which ones belong in the clearance bin. Spoiler: our stomachs might not make it to Thanksgiving. Check out our website be...

Ever wonder why we say things like “raining cats and dogs” or “break the ice”? In this episode, Craig and Aaron dig into the wild, weird, and sometimes downright hilarious origins behind everyday phrases we all use without thinking. From ancient naval slang to Shakespearian leftovers, we uncover where these sayings actually came from—and question why we’re still saying them. Of course, along the w...

This one has been sitting in the vault for a while… and for good reason. A while back, we recorded an episode all about the best NFL stadium foods, but let’s just say it didn’t quite live up to our usual standards. We shelved it and moved on… until now. Today, we’re releasing this lost episode as a special bonus for you! It may not be our finest work, but it’s a fun peek behind the curtain at an e...

Which pizza chain really takes the crown? In this episode of The Best Things , Craig and Aaron dig into the top pizza chains, ranking them on flavor, quality, and overall experience. But there’s a twist – while recording, they ordered delivery from four major chains to see which one could deliver the fastest. Will Domino’s dominate, or will Pizza Hut, Papa John’s, or Little Caesars pull off a surp...

We’re back for round two of our canine showdown — but this time, it’s all about the real dogs of TV and movies. From heroic collies and slobbery St. Bernards to basketball-playing retrievers and crime-fighting mutts, we’re debating which live-action pup deserves the ultimate spotlight. Will it be a classic like Lassie or Old Yeller, or will underdogs like Air Bud and Hooch steal the win? Grab a sn...

Who’s the top dog in TV and movie history? In this episode, Craig and Aaron set out to crown the best fictional dog of all time —but quickly realize there are just too many good boys to cover in one go. So Part 1 is all about the best animated dogs , from classics like Snoopy and Scooby-Doo to modern favorites like Bluey, Brian Griffin, and more. Expect debates, nostalgia, and plenty of laughs as...

What’s the greatest invention since sliced bread? …well, sandwiches made with that bread, of course. In this episode, Craig and Aaron dig into the stacked, messy, and delicious world of sandwiches. From classic deli staples to regional legends (and yes, the eternal debate of whether a hot dog qualifies), we chew over the funniest, weirdest, and most mouth-watering creations ever slapped between tw...

Grab your popcorn—The Best Things is rolling out the red carpet! In this cinematic episode, Craig and Aaron take you on a blockbuster-sized journey through 50 years of summer movies , breaking down the highest-grossing summer blockbuster from every year since 1975 . From Jaws to Top Gun: Maverick and everything in between, we cover the biggest box office hits that defined generations. Which films...