Smash Boom Best: A funny, smart debate show for kids and family
Smash Boom Best is a funny, smart debate show for kids and families from the makers of the award-winning podcast, Brains On! from APM Studios. Every episode takes two cool things, smashes them together and lets you decide which is best: Pikachu vs. Mario, Lollipops vs. Popcorn, Flamingos vs. Axolotls, Mermaids vs. Bigfoot, Cats vs. Dogs, Spiderman vs. Batman, Refrigerators vs. Toilets, Minecraft vs. Lego… the list goes on. Our star-studded line-up of debaters use facts and passion to make their case, teaching listeners how to defend their opinions along the way! Past debaters include Tim Platt, cast member of the comedy narrative play podcast Rude Tales of Magic, comedian and writer Jenny Yang, Minneapolis-based rapper NUR-D, comedian and creator of the Story Pirates Peter McNerney, Radio Ambulante’s Daniel Alarcón, journalist and host of Into It Sam Sanders, host of Terrible, Thanks for Asking Nora McInerney, food-writer Kenji Lopez-Alt and many, many more. To top it off, our State of Debate segment shows listeners how to identify logical fallacies in the wild. Ad hominem attacks and bandwagon fallacies, be gone! So if you’re looking to ignite a funny, feisty debate on your next roadtrip, or just want some amusing arguments for your kids to consider while they fall asleep… tune into Smash Boom Best, where we make debate – a blast!
Latest episodes
Mar 7, 2024 • 34min
Squirrels vs. Crows: a brilliant debate
A fun debate between squirrels and crows, with witty banter and quirky descriptions. Facts about crows' memory and tool-making, and squirrels' detective skills and cuteness. Humorous arguments include saving the city from robot overlords and references to Edgar Allan Poe. Squirrels are crowned the winner with audience participation in the voting process.
Feb 29, 2024 • 31min
Scooby-Doo vs. Snoopy: a doggone debate
Today’s debate is a pop culture mashup of two iconic characters. It’s a Great Dane with a brain against a very regal beagle. It’s Scooby-Doo vs. Snoopy! Actor/comedian Brad Milison will solve the mystery of why Scooby-Doo is so dazzling, while director/actor Denzel Belin will take us on a fantasy adventure in honor of Snoopy. Head on over to smashboom.org and vote to tell us who YOU think won!Also…do you have your Smarty Pass yet? Get yours today for just $4/month (or $36/year) and get bonus episodes every month, and ad-free versions of every episode of Brains On, Smash Boom Best, Moment of Um and Forever Ago. Visit www.smartypass.org to get your Smarty Pass today. As an added bonus, your Smarty Pass will grant you access to a super special debate starring Sanden and Molly!
Feb 22, 2024 • 34min
Vacuums vs. Lawn Mowers: a tidy debate
Today’s debate is a match between two mean cleaning machines. One is a weekend cut up, while the other is a buster of dust! It’s vacuums vs. lawn mowers! We’ve got producer Matt Alvarez ready to blow his opponent away for team Vacuums! And comedian, writer, and actor Andy Hilbrands is here to slice through the competition for team Lawn Mowers! Head on over to smashboom.org and vote to tell us who YOU think won!Also…do you have your Smarty Pass yet? Get yours today for just $4/month (or $36/year) and get bonus episodes every month, and ad-free versions of every episode of Brains On, Smash Boom Best, Moment of Um and Forever Ago. Visit www.smartypass.org to get your Smarty Pass today. As an added bonus, your Smarty Pass will grant you access to a super special debate starring Sanden and Molly!
Feb 15, 2024 • 32min
Puppets vs. Acrobatics: a creative debate
KP Parker, a creator, comedian, and writer, debates with actor and writer Monica Loomba on Puppets vs. Acrobatics. They discuss the artistry and agility of both acts, sharing personal experiences and highlighting the educational and expressive value of puppets, as well as the athleticism and diversity in performances of acrobatics.
Feb 13, 2024 • 2min
Cupid Chaos: A Smarty Pass Sneak Attack
When Sanden and Ruby show up at Molly’s Valentine’s Day-themed breakfast party, they fall head-over-heels in love with objects in the photo booth prop box! Can a sneak attack save the day?
Feb 8, 2024 • 34min
Potatoes vs. Tomatoes: A delicious debate
Today’s debate looks great on a plate, bursts forth from a garden, and is quite the bargain! On one side, we’ve got the father of french fries, the champion of chips, the hero of hashbrowns. It's potatoes! And on the other side, we’ve got the sultan of salsa, the king of ketchup, the pal of pizza. It’s tomatoes. Get your taste buds ready because it’s… potatoes versus tomatoes! Head on over to smashboom.org and vote to tell us who YOU think won!Also…do you have your Smarty Pass yet? Get yours today for just $4/month (or $36/year) and get bonus episodes every month, and ad-free versions of every episode of Brains On, Smash Boom Best, Moment of Um and Forever Ago. Visit www.smartypass.org to get your Smarty Pass today. As an added bonus, your Smarty Pass will grant you access to a super special debate starring Sanden and Molly!
Feb 1, 2024 • 35min
Tie-Dye vs. Friendship Bracelets: a crafty debate
Craftsmanship clash: Tie-Dye vs. Friendship Bracelets, exploring their origins, significance, and popularity. Also covers locks of hair tradition, debate points, circular arguments, and a lively debate with creative wordplay. The outcome praised both participants for their excellent performance.
Jan 17, 2024 • 2min
Smarty Pass Bonus: Mullets vs. Mohawks
In this entertaining bonus episode, Molly Bloom needs a haircut and her co-producers suggest a mullet or mohawk. To settle the dispute, they play a Sneak Attack game using the Smarty Pass subscription.
Jan 16, 2024 • 2min
We're back on February 1st!
Smash Boom Best is back on Thursday, January 5th with 16 new episodes of chatty, fact-y fun! You’re in for some massive new matchups like Birthday Parties vs. Trick-or-Treating, Spiderman vs. Batman, and Mayo vs. Mustard! Who do YOU think will win? Listen and judge for yourself. You’ll hear veteran debaters like Jed Kim and Joy Dolo duke it out with newbies like Ryan Perez and Avery Trufelman. We’re so excited, debate-heads. Until then, keep on being the smash boom best!!
Nov 16, 2023 • 35min
Cone Snails vs. Tsetse Flies: a deadly debate
Two dangerous creatures, cone snails and tsetse flies, engage in a deadly debate. The podcast explores the deadly capabilities of cone snails and the harmful effects of tsetse fly bites. It also features a comical comparison between a messy room and a jungle, and shares an inspirational story of Chef Coney, a successful seafood chef. The hosts reflect on the debate and recommend related podcasts, while expressing gratitude and announcing the end of the season.
