Adam Riley , Jake Bussie, and Mrs. Wright

The Non Essentials Podcast

Comedy EN ↓ 189 episodes

The Non Essentials Podcast discuses current events through the lens on the bottom of a whiskey glass. So join us for some laughs and even walk away learning a few things.

Author

Adam Riley , Jake Bussie, and Mrs. Wright

Category

Comedy

Podcast website

www.patreon.com

Latest episode

May 4, 2026

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Episodes

Episode 54: Free Willy Jumping a Seattle Zombie Leaving Fans Bloody 21.05.2021

Orcas, Dolphins, and Pufferfish Oh My! Kick off this Episode. Then we find out what is going on with Seattle locals, talk about a daring stick up, and find out about a Freddy Kruger's Ceiling fan plus more on this episode of The Non Essentials Podcast. 

Episode 53A: The Shoe Maker Joseph Kallinger 13.05.2021

Mrs. Wright sacrifices her sanity doing a deep dive on serial killer Joseph Kallinger A.K.A The Shoemaker killer.  Joseph was American serial killer who murdered three people, and tortured four families.  Come with while we crack jokes over horrible things.

Episode 53: Yeastie Boys Testing I.Q.s and B.J. etiquette the Wright Way 10.05.2021

I.Q. tests, BlowJob Etiquette, Nfts, Cicadas and tons more on this episode. We are also joined by Rene and the "Rafters" on this one.

Episode 52: Ladyboy Elon Takes on 300 Josh's Caught on Tape 01.05.2021

We cover the world's first Josh fight,  Elon Musk on Snl, the UFC's IPO, Remember Videotapes fondly, and tons more on this Episode of The Non Essentials Podcast.

Episode 51: Psychological Testing Honeybee's UFO Spotting Ability 23.04.2021

We drive into each other's Psychological make up with some revealing tests, Learn that Honeybees continue to impress, Talk about the government vs. nerd UFO fight that continues,  plus tons more on this Episode. 

Episode 50A: The Tragic life of Alan Turing, the father of A.I. 15.04.2021

Hey Siri, what do you get when you mix a mathematical code breaking genius with a hidden life and a Homophobic government? You get the tragic life of Alan Turing. A man who’s contribution to the world is difficult to fathom. From defeating the Nazi’s to laying the bedrock for our digital society. All while being treated terribly by his government. Plus a bunch of stupid jokes along the way. 

Episode 50!!!!: Dr. Phil's Idiot Ruins a Family Wedding's Cheesy Grab Bags 12.04.2021

Episode 50! and we are just getting going. We have a big haul of obnoxious stuff to go through this episode. Michael Bolton, Cash me only fans, Family wedding, Dog theft, toilet baby, and smoking cheese? Sure why not. 

Episode 49: Deciphering Cuomo's Hail MaryJane as Hitler Wears Satan's Shoes. 04.04.2021

Happy Easter! We dive into the Suez  Canal, New York's Marijuana, Cinnamon Toast Shrimp,  Reliving Farts, Satan's Shoes, Hitler's extended family, and Forrest's second Gump plus loads more on this Episode of The Non Essentials Podcast.

Episode 48: Up and Stuck in Moon Bound Montana Musket Load 26.03.2021

We find out what to call different groups of animals, try out a disgusting would you rather, find out what Cardi B has stuck, see what Montana folk get up to, learn about "Bitcoin Pizza Day" plus load more on this episode.

Episode 47: Preaching Advice on Diets, Tattoos, and Underwear Sales 16.03.2021

We learn about a Preacher who probably doesn’t give great marriage advice, learn Jake’s parenting skills are unique, talk about some tattoo approaches,  find out Panda Express is devoted to training their employees and loads more on this episode of The Non Essentials Podcast. 

Episode 46A: The Illuminati Revealed 14.03.2021

Mrs. Wright blows the doors off lizard people, secret societies, and the origins of it all. Hillary Clinton's is probably going to be following us after this one. Or it's all a load of bullshit on this deep dive episode of TNEP.

Episode 46: Porta-Potty Fears Turnt Up With Dr. Neuss’ Green Eggs And Klan 09.03.2021

On this episode we dissect Cardi B’s latest work.  Find out what all the fuss Dr. Suess being canceled is about, review some more Amazon products, challenge what soup is, play some would you rather, and find out what bears do when you shit in the woods. Plus tons more with Adam, Rene, and Jake on this episode of The Non Essentials Podcast. 

Episode 45: Only Fans Singing to The Queen Whilst Eating Napoleon's Ice Cream 03.03.2021

We celebrate Jake's birthday early diving into hello fresh, the Queen, Past embarrassments, and tons more with a special guest dropping by as well on this episode.

Episode 44: Dodging Blizzards While Soliciting Fathers 23.02.2021

Adam returns from Florida with some stories to tell and some explaining to do. Kick around some glue based get rich quick schemes, find out what a sturgeon general and tons more on this episode.

Episode 43: Sticky Gorilla Cats Streaking ThroughTampa Bay 19.02.2021

Fake Cats, Hair product recommendations, Sports news, Financial news and bad puns? You bet on this episode.

Episode 42A: Valentine's Day : Surprisingly it is Not Just Hallmark's Bullshit. 14.02.2021

We tackle the polarizing holiday of Valentine's day and find out about it's surprisingly deep origins from the past and we would love it if you joined us.  

Episode 42: Amazoning a Texas Sheriff's Casting Couch in Prison 06.02.2021

In this episode we find out how love works in Texas, hear about Florida's prison protocol, find out what is next for Jeff Bezos plus much more With Jake Adam and Mrs. Wright. 

Episode 41: Redditors Short Squeezing Cloaca Track Suits 28.01.2021

In this episode we discover the mystery of the dinosaurs, how the moon will play a role in our future, talk about reddit nerds sticking it to the man, and (update* the man sticks it right back) learn about panama's new dish and much much more on this episode. Plus we had out some movie and book recommendations. 

Episode 40: Clutching Tattooed Fingers for the Homeless in the U.K. 24.01.2021

We have all sort of weirdness for you today mostly coming from the U.K. Also, we have  a special guest flown in for our landmark 40th episode.  

Episode 39: Butterflies Kissing T. Cruise's Nightrider Fleshlight 20.01.2021

Adam and I are all over the map on this one. From Butterfly carnivores, Bitcoin, and Boiling cats  to Spongebob pontoons and much more. Thanks again for all the great stories this week!

Episode 38A: The Amazing Life of Edward Carter Jr. 15.01.2021

Get ready to hear about one of the most interesting people we have ever come across.  Edward A. Carter Jr. was a United States Army sergeant first class who was wounded in action during World War II. He was posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor, the nation's highest military decoration for valor. Unfortunately receiving the medal was not as straight forward as it should have been. 

Episode 38: Three Drug Smuggling Wolves Howling at a Farm Girl's Brazilian Hillside. 10.01.2021

In this episode we Jake discovers Tik Tok, we get our dream home started, learn some farm anatomy, open some gifts, catfish a ton a loads more on this episode of TNEP. 

Year in Review: Clip-O-Rama 04.01.2021

We have a very special guest on this episode to review some of our favorite moments of the year. Thanks to everyone who sent in clips requests. We tried hunting all of them down. New episodes, and poster art coming this week!

Episode 36A: Krampus, Everyone's Favorite Holiday Demon Goat 23.12.2020

Merry Christmas! Hope you have been good. On this episode of TNEP Mrs. Wright gives us the history of Krampus and tons of other strange holiday Lore that have grown through the centuries.

Episode 36: Tossing a Hail Merry Sausage Down O’Connell Street the Wright Way 19.12.2020

We learn about a nefarious Irish plot, catch up on the NFL, learn about a break in gone wrong and loads more on this episode 

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