NO SUCH THING NST Picks: The best of 2025 (and our best arguments)
Dec 31, 2025
As 2025 wraps up, the hosts dive into their favorite music, movies, and TV shows of the year. Among the highlights, Manny shares a unique music moment from a video game, while Noah celebrates an intimate film depiction. The absurdity of the animated series by Tim Robinson catches attention, and the emotional depth of Helen Harper and Spies is discussed. They also reflect on memorable podcast moments, like the dating AI chatbot and an engaging debate on eating food off the floor, revealing how these chats have impacted their lives.
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Unexpected Game Soundtrack Moment
- Video game soundtracks can create standout music moments that break genre expectations.
- Noah was moved by a boss track in Expedition 33 that shifts from orchestral to techno mid-fight.
Two Contrasting Album Discoveries
- Michael Hurley's late-career album felt cozy and intimate to Noah, evoking fall vibes and homemade art.
- He contrasted that with Skinhead's aggressive one-man project that surprised him with dark humor and punk energy.
Lorde Concert Felt Like Church
- Manny described Lorde's MSG show as intimate despite the arena setting and emotionally powerful for him.
- He teared up multiple times and likened the shared concert feeling to a secular form of church.