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Latest episodes

11 snips
Jul 5, 2025 • 47min
WWDTM: Amanda Seyfried, mxmtoon, and more!
Lauren Graham, beloved for her role as Lorelai Gilmore, joins the fun alongside Amanda Seyfried and mxmtoon. They celebrate the cultural legacy of 'Gilmore Girls,' sharing personal anecdotes and trivia about its impact. The conversation turns whimsical with a quiz on mermaid lore, blending nostalgia with humor. Graham’s comedic insights into generational workplace differences highlight the joy of embracing youth culture. The hosts engage in quirky banter and playful trivia, making for a delightful holiday-themed showcase.

36 snips
Jun 28, 2025 • 47min
WWDTM: Anna Kendrick
Join Anna Kendrick and a lively panel as they dive into the quirks of celebrity culture and the absurdities of modern life. Discover the chaos of cicadas at amusement parks and laugh over kids' misconceptions about food origins. With a nod to the trend of 'trad wives' and a playful look at unique collectibles, there's no shortage of humor. Enjoy a rapid-fire quiz that tests current events knowledge and indulge in limericks that explore men's beauty standards. Laughter and insight collide in this entertaining showcase!

34 snips
Jun 21, 2025 • 47min
WWDTM: Ibtihaj Muhammad
A groundbreaking fencer shares her journey while the comedians tackle quirky topics. They poke fun at Jeff Bezos' extravagant wedding plans and explore bizarre trends like bar lectures. The panel dives into absurd dating services based on browsing history and hilarious music festival mishaps, including chaos from smartwatches. Through playful banter, they highlight unconventional job interviews and inventive gadgets. The show ends with a lively quiz, showcasing a mix of serious news and silliness, all in a lighthearted atmosphere.

36 snips
Jun 14, 2025 • 47min
WWDTM: Chris Perfetti
Chris Perfetti brings charm and humor as panelists dive into the absurdity of military parades in urban settings. They tackle the resurgence of smoking in celebrity culture and dissect concert ticket prices with a lighthearted twist. Amusing travel anecdotes about the Mona Lisa and TSA quirks lead to a fun quiz on current events. Participants share quirky love stories, while the playful banter includes reflections on monastic life and modern couponing. The episode wraps up with lively trivia and nostalgic discussions about family road trips.

50 snips
Jun 7, 2025 • 47min
WWDTM: Jeff Gordon
NASCAR legend Jeff Gordon brings a thrilling mix of nostalgia and humor as he shares anecdotes from his racing days. The panel dives into a comedic showdown about current events, highlighting absurd celebrity feuds and modern trends. A hilarious debate erupts over diary ethics, followed by a listener game testing truth versus fabrication in wealth stories. The episode also critiques contemporary parenting styles and introduces quirky ideas, like unstructured summers, while dissecting romantic film tropes with the 'Danny DeVito rule.'

45 snips
May 31, 2025 • 47min
WWDTM: Jim Rice
Tune in for a lively discussion featuring Red Sox legend Jim Rice and a hilarious panel. Expect laughs as they tackle absurd airline seating, share romantic mishaps, and dive into the quirks of wedding rehearsals. There's also a lively debate on the ethics of Everest climbing with xenon gas. From the whimsical smell of summer to quirky trivia, they spin engaging tales of sports, life skills, and competitive quizzes, all wrapped in a humorous package that'll keep you entertained!

69 snips
May 24, 2025 • 47min
WWDTM: Ego Nwodim
Join a lively news quiz as panelists tackle quirky stories, including hilarious airport antics and Tom Cruise's wild promotional stunts. Enjoy comedic discussions about dental mishaps and the chaotic lives of rock stars, from Keith Moon's legendary pranks to Rod Stewart's clever disguises. Dive into a lighthearted quiz on Salvador Dali's eccentric habits and celebrate the design perfection of domestic cats. Cap off the fun with whimsical debates about pets and engaging trivia that promises laughs and surprises!

47 snips
May 17, 2025 • 47min
WWDTM: GWAR, Gretchen Whitmer, Josh Gad, Kara Jackson, and Amber Maykut
Join actor and comedian Josh Gad, best known for voicing Olaf in Frozen, as he dives into his fascinating journey in children's entertainment. He shares hilarious stories about fame and his mixed feelings about iconic roles. The conversation also touches on his memoir and how writing it shaped him. Plus, there's a playful exploration of quirky taxidermy with a celebrity twist and even a fun quiz that blends humor with historical trivia. Laughter and insight merge as Gad navigates personal anecdotes and zany topics!

35 snips
May 10, 2025 • 48min
WWDTM: Nathan Lane
Join Nathan Lane and a lively panel as they tackle everything from Chicago's pride over a new Pope to the absurdities of getting a Real ID. There's playful banter about a quirky burger restaurant run by robots and a boy's accidental order of 70,000 lollipops. Enjoy hilarious public transit tales and a fun game challenging listeners to complete news-related rhymes. The atmosphere is light-hearted, filled with amusing anecdotes, current events quizzes, and engaging interactions that keep everyone entertained.

48 snips
May 3, 2025 • 48min
WWDTM: Natasha Rothwell
This episode features hilarious takes on holiday gift-giving dilemmas and a sensational relationship twist in sports. Expect quirky culinary science discussions and debunking historical myths with a comedic flair. Natasha Rothwell shares her journey in comedy, tackling the pandemic's impact on performance. Tune in for absurd chats on luxury dinosaur leather handbags and romance in airport lounges, alongside light-hearted limerick challenges and the upsides of champagne for heart health. It’s a delightful mix of humor and trivia!