Profoundly Pointless
Explore Something New. Interviews on Science, Sex, Society and Sports. From CERN Particle Physicists and Professional Casino Cheats to Erotic Hypnotists and Olympic Athletes, every week we sit down with a guest from a different walk of life. The story is never the same but the goal always is, to learn something new. Named Best Interview Podcast in 2023, nominated in 2021 and 2022.
- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 63 minutes
- Episodes
- 361
- Years Active
- 2018 - 2025
Demolition Derby Driver Bekkah Doyle
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 cr…
01:04:25 |
Wed 19 Oct 2022
Chaotic Witch Frankie Castanea
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 face…
01:31:28 |
Wed 12 Oct 2022
Gambling and Sex Addiction Researcher Dr. Joshua Grubbs
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, …
01:25:34 |
Wed 05 Oct 2022
Celebrity Photographer New York Mickey
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 c…
01:04:34 |
Wed 28 Sep 2022
Rare Bookseller Tom Ayling
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, forgin…
01:32:18 |
Wed 21 Sep 2022
Boredom and Motivation Researcher James Danckert
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…
01:24:57 |
Wed 14 Sep 2022
Cigar Blender Nicholas Melillo
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 a…
01:33:01 |
Wed 07 Sep 2022
Hollywood Accent Coach Audrey LeCrone
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, b…
01:16:03 |
Wed 31 Aug 2022
Transhumanist Zoltan Istvan
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 incorpora…
01:00:22 |
Wed 24 Aug 2022
Shadow Artist Boom Shadow Ace
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 c…
01:01:17 |
Wed 17 Aug 2022
CERN Particle Physicist Dr. James Beacham
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, ho…
01:30:49 |
Wed 10 Aug 2022
Cosmetic Chemist Valerie George
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 Chemis…
01:12:33 |
Wed 03 Aug 2022
Paramotor Pilot Chucky Wright
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 nex…
01:01:27 |
Wed 27 Jul 2022
NASCAR Spotter Tab Boyd
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…
01:11:59 |
Wed 20 Jul 2022
Financial Crime Investigator Suzanne Lynch
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…
00:58:43 |
Wed 13 Jul 2022
Pickleball Pro Ben Johns
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 b…
00:57:19 |
Wed 06 Jul 2022
Pyrotechnician Steve Yoss
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 py…
01:10:48 |
Wed 29 Jun 2022
Folding Queen Lennia McCarter
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 organ…
00:57:17 |
Wed 22 Jun 2022
Actress Jenna Starr
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 t…
01:00:02 |
Wed 15 Jun 2022
Rainbolt: Professional Google Maps Player
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, G…
01:07:13 |
Wed 08 Jun 2022
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