
Metaphysical Milkshake with Rainn & Reza
A weekly podcast, Metaphysical Milkshake, the show where we go deep, we get weird, and we search for the meaning of life along the way. In this show, your co-hosts in existential crimes, actor Rainn Wilson and scholar Reza Aslan guide you through conversations about Life’s Big Questions.
Latest episodes

Aug 16, 2022 • 1h 2min
Steve Magness: What Doesn’t Kill You Makes You Stronger?
Rainn and Reza sit down with Health Expert and Author, Steve Magness, to ponder, "What Doesn’t Kill You Makes You Stronger?"
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Aug 9, 2022 • 56min
Leslie Kean: What Exactly Is Death?
Rainn and Reza sit down with Investigative Journalist and Author, Leslie Kean, to ponder, "What exactly is death?"
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Aug 2, 2022 • 1h 1min
Ryan Britt: Can Science Fiction Save Us?
Rainn and Reza sit down with Writer and Editor, Ryan Britt, to ponder, "Can Science Fiction Save Us?"
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You’ve earned your fun time. Go to the App Store or Google play to download Best Fiends for free. Plus, earn even more with $5 worth of in-game rewards when you reach level 5. That’s Friends, without the r—Best Fiends.
Trade Coffee
Right now, Trade is offering new subscribers a total of $30 off your first order plus free shipping when you go to http://www.DrinkTrade.com/milkshake. That’s more than 40 cups of coffee for free!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Jul 26, 2022 • 53min
Eric Barker: How Do We Overcome Loneliness?
Rainn and Reza sit down with Author, Eric Barker, to ponder, "How Do We Overcome Loneliness?"
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Best Fiends
You’ve earned your fun time. Go to the App Store or Google play to download Best Fiends for free. Plus, earn even more with $5 worth of in-game rewards when you reach level 5. That’s Friends, without the r—Best Fiends.
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Jul 19, 2022 • 1h 1min
Bobby Hall (Logic): How Do You Turn Tragedy Into Creativity?
Rainn sits down with rapper and creative, Bobby Hall (Logic), to ponder, "How Do You Turn Tragedy Into Creativity?"
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Jul 12, 2022 • 59min
Joel Stein: What’s Wrong with Being Smart?
Reza sits down with journalist and author, Joel Stein, to ponder, "What’s Wrong with Being Smart?"
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Jul 5, 2022 • 54min
Molly and John Chester: Are You Part of Nature?
Rainn and Reza sit down with farmers, chefs, and filmmakers, Molly and John Chester, to ponder, "Are You Part of Nature?"
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Special Thanks To Our Sponsors:
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Best Fiends
You’ve earned your fun time. Go to the App Store or Google play to download Best Fiends for free. Plus, earn even more with $5 worth of in-game rewards when you reach level 5. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 28, 2022 • 1h 1min
Drew Binsky: What Can We Learn From Around The World?
Guest Drew Binsky discusses the transformative power of global travel for personal growth and cultural understanding. The podcast explores empathy, privilege, and the impact of limited travel experiences on decision-making.

Jun 21, 2022 • 1h
Scott Hershovitz: Is Everyone A Philosopher?
Rainn and Reza sit down with Professor and Author, Scott Hershovitz, to ponder, "Is Everyone A Philosopher?"
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Jun 14, 2022 • 51min
Steven Ho: How Do You Follow Your Bliss?
Rainn and Reza sit down with Ex-ER Tech and TikTok Star, Steven Ho, to ponder, "How Do You Follow Your Bliss?"
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