
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

Nov 9, 2023 • 32min
Capybaras vs. Komodo Dragons: a creature debate
This podcast features a debate between capybaras and Komodo dragons. The debaters discuss the qualities of capybaras and the popularity of these cute creatures. They also present sonnets highlighting the unique characteristics of both animals. Listeners are encouraged to vote for the winner.

Nov 2, 2023 • 33min
Trolls vs. Leprechauns: a legendary debate
Fierce debate between Trolls and Leprechauns, exploring their mythology and impact on storytelling. Encounter with a logical fallacy during a hike. Battle of speeches and secret handshakes. Conclusion and shout outs, encouraging listeners to vote for the winner.

Oct 26, 2023 • 36min
Lemonade vs. Hot Chocolate: a sippable debate
Join the sippable smackdown between Lemonade and Hot Chocolate as the hosts debate the taste, history, variations, and health benefits of these sweet beverages. Discover logical fallacies, enjoy a fun riddle, and hear surprising facts about hot chocolate's health benefits. Don't forget to vote for your favorite on the podcast's website!

Oct 19, 2023 • 33min
Lightning vs. Snowflakes: a meteorological debate
In this meteorological debate, Benjamin Weiner brings the thunder for team lightning, while Tallie Medel brings the heat for team snowflakes. They discuss the formation, uniqueness, and impact of snowflakes and lightning, leading to a final decision by the judge. Listen and vote for your favorite on the show's website!

Oct 12, 2023 • 35min
Hot Sauce vs. Butter: a flavorful debate
Hot sauce vs. butter is the flavorful debate. They discuss threading eyebrows, hot sauce's versatility and health benefits, fallacies in debates, a debate about French butter and hot sauce, and the hosts congratulate Mark on his strong performance.

Oct 5, 2023 • 6min
Forever Ago: Where did the weekend come from?
Host Joy Dolo recounts their exhausting weekend and makes a surprising discovery. They introduce the Forever-Go history laboratory and discuss the desire for a longer weekend. Catch up on previous episodes before the new season starts.

Sep 28, 2023 • 33min
Rubik’s Cube vs. Origami a geometric debate
Comedian Aron Woldeslassie debates journalist Jed Kim on the greatness of Rubik's Cube vs. the creativity of origami. They discuss the history, environmental concerns, and versatility of the cube, as well as origami's scientific applications and representation of personal growth. They also mention the value of stadium food in a separate debate and share creative uses of origami. They express their admiration for the arguments and invite listeners to vote for their choice.

Sep 21, 2023 • 38min
Scorpions vs. Butterflies: a critter debate
"Scorpions vs. Butterflies: a critter debate" features Khadijah Cooper, a standup comedian and health educator, representing scorpions, and Becky Abrams, a writer, actor, and comedian, advocating for butterflies. The podcast covers captivating topics such as tortoise care, mental health analysis, the anecdotal evidence fallacy, bizarre spa treatments at the scorpion day spa, and the adventurous sport of scorpion hang gliding. The episode concludes with compliments, the announcement of butterflies as the winner, and shoutouts to Cheezing Crackers.

Sep 14, 2023 • 38min
Top Hats vs. Flip Flops: a stylish debate
In this entertaining podcast, the debate is between top hats and flip flops. The speakers discuss the history and fashion significance of top hats, while exploring the practicality and versatility of flip flops. They also touch on the bandwagon fallacy and the importance of resisting peer pressure. The episode ends with a call to vote for the debate winner.

Sep 7, 2023 • 36min
Palm Trees vs. Pine Trees: a tree-mendous debate
A debate between palm trees and pine trees covering cultural significance and symbolism of palms, logical fallacies, the complexity of arguments, growth rings, labeling these plants, disappointment with pine trees, and the benefits of pine trees.