

Your Kickstarter Sucks
Jesse Farrar & Mike Hale
Mike Hale and Jesse Farrar comb through the crowdfunding dumpster to tell you what projects are worth supporting with your hard-earned dollar. So far, it's been absolutely nothing, but whether it's a social media website for dogs, a toilet brush that reminds you to drink more water, or 5,000 offensive card games, maybe something will eventually be good!
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Dec 15, 2025 • 1h 27min
Episode 437: The Big Booty Cousin
Jesse and Mike dive into the chaotic world of crowdfunding with a look at the failed Ark Sleep nightstand, critiquing its impractical design and the fiery backlash from backers. They take a humorous spin on a climbing critter toy and a bizarre gym essentials product. Other highlights include a questionable beekeeping app and an AI-generated arcade pitch that lacks feasibility. The duo rounds off with laughs about outrageous crowdfunding requests, listener interaction, and their signature banter, keeping it all entertaining and insightful.

Dec 8, 2025 • 1h 52min
Episode 436: Science Said Hold My Beer
Are you ready for a risqué musical parody of a podcast episode? Well bud, you’re in the wrong RSS feed. There’s hardly anything risqué about this episode of “The Poopy Wiener Show”, and barely any songs or jokes. It’s mostly just 3 guys talking through their feelings as they navigate the crazy, mixed-up world we live in today. Just kidding. It’s about steampunk cocoa and using the computer to break up with your boyfriend. In other words? Uh yeah. This is one crazy show.Music for YKS is courtesy of Howell Dawdy, Craig Dickman, Mr. Baloney, and Mark Brendle. Additional research by Zeke Golvin. YKS is edited by Producer Dan. Social Media by Maddalena Alvarez.Executive Producer Tim Faust (@crulge)Everyone hates Christmas. Turn this crappy time of year around with a subscription to YKS Premium, and get a free month with any annual plan!Follow us on Instagram: @YKSPod, TikTok: YourKickstarterSucks and subscribe to our YouTube channel for more video stuff! Wow, 2025 is lit!! Gift subscriptions to YKS Premium are now available at Patreon.com/yourkickstartersucks/giftSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dec 1, 2025 • 1h 16min
Episode 435: Podcasts for Men
It would be funny if we had a guy called Meatball on the show. Hey Meatball…what are you doin? Meatball, how was your weekend? Meatball, what the HELL do you think about that? Oh Meatball. But, we don’t have that. And that is why the show sucks. Speaking of which, on today’s show, we have two projects about hooters but kind of from the opposite end of the spectrum, and some dumb crap you’d get someone you don’t like that much for Christmas. Which is coming up, by the way! Maybe they’d like a Gift subscription to YKS Premium instead, which is now available at Patreon.com/yourkickstartersucks/gift. Or maybe they are a Scrooge! And they deserve PAIN! Music for YKS is courtesy of Howell Dawdy, Craig Dickman, Mr. Baloney, and Mark Brendle. Additional research by Zeke Golvin. YKS is edited by Producer Dan. Social Media by Maddalena Alvarez.Executive Producer Tim Faust (@crulge)Simply having a wonderful podcast time! Over on YKS Premium, there’s so much waiting under the Podcast Tree for you. Bonus episodes every week…and best of all, no coal! HAHaHA! Follow us on Instagram: @YKSPod, TikTok: YourKickstarterSucks and subscribe to our YouTube channel for more video stuff! EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/yks Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee!Wow, 2025 is lit!! Gift subscriptions to YKS Premium are now available at Patreon.com/yourkickstartersucks/giftSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nov 24, 2025 • 2h 22min
Episode 434: Communist Smurves
Why in the hell is this one called Communist Smurves? I don’t really remember but you gotta admit, that is a lot of freakin fun to think about haha. Don’t ask me to explain any of it, either, mmkay? Let’s just kick back, relax, and let some Belgian guy do the damn thing with some crazy cartoons! Speaking of crazy cartoons, on this week’s episode we’ve got some new towel tech, a cup of yogurt, and some no-squeaking house lube – all of which you might see in a cartoon! The world of animation truly is awesome. As well as, the world we are living in, right now, as well. Music for YKS is courtesy of Howell Dawdy, Craig Dickman, Mr. Baloney, and Mark Brendle. Additional research by Zeke Golvin. YKS is edited by Producer Dan. Social Media by Maddalena Alvarez.Executive Producer Tim Faust (@crulge)Sign up for YKS Premium today! Be a part of…something! Follow us on Instagram: @YKSPod, TikTok: YourKickstarterSucks and subscribe to our YouTube channel for more video stuff! Wow, 2025 is lit!! Gift subscriptions to YKS Premium are now available at Patreon.com/yourkickstartersucks/giftSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nov 17, 2025 • 2h 14min
Episode 433: It’s Not Just An Episode of YKS, It’s Something Else
Join two hilarious hosts as they dive into absurd discussions about everything from genital hygiene jokes to wild pee fetishes. They critique absurd Kickstarter campaigns, including one for a bizarre meditation bracelet and another for an impractical photo projector. Listen in as they roast a donut shop fundraiser and tackle the controversies surrounding Kanye's Donda Academy. From candy favorites to viral Family Guy impressions, this show is a chaotic blend of laughter and strange news that keeps you entertained throughout!

Nov 10, 2025 • 2h 12min
Episode 432: This Episode Is A Testament of God’s Favor
Join the hosts as they dive into the absurdity of digital cake stands and flavored nipple piercings! They explore a quirky Kickstarter campaign, recounting its ups and downs with a mix of humor and skepticism. From nipple armor for runners to a device that privately hides your screen, no topic is off-limits. The discussion even touches on the intertwining worlds of tech, culture, and gambling. It's a wild ride of laughs and bizarre product pitches that you won't want to miss!

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Nov 3, 2025 • 1h 47min
Episode 431: I Am And Will Always Be Just Simply A Basball Player,My Tomb Stone Will Just Say. Baseball.
Get ready for a wild ride as the hosts dive into a hilarious critique of a Kickstarter for AI-generated South Park clips and the bizarre Dish Buddy sponge. They hilariously roast a Kickstarter selling biblical measurement gadgets and explore the absurdity of NFC prayer pendants. From lucid dreaming devices to an amateur AR monster game, nothing is safe from their banter. Plus, they reminisce about tabletop baseball at CES and answer a listener's trampoline front flip question, sharing some childhood memories along the way!

Oct 27, 2025 • 1h 56min
Episode 430: Drunk Driving And Sucking On A Pickle
Engaging Episode Description Protocol C.R.A.Z.Y – Comedy wRiting And Zany…Yep! 10-4. Protocol fully engaged. Deploying tactical laugh gas and precision funny bone homing missiles. Target is median age 45 information technology administrator with generalized anxiety disorder and compulsion to eat spicy chips. Reports indicate this episode could be the one that turns it around for them. So let’s make it count, boys. On my mark. 3…2…1 (Steven Tyler voice) Just push play! Oh yeah!Music for YKS is courtesy of Howell Dawdy, Craig Dickman, Mr. Baloney, and Mark Brendle. Additional research by Zeke Golvin. YKS is edited by Producer Dan. Social Media by Maddalena Alvarez.Executive Producer Tim Faust (@crulge)Miketober 666 continues on YKS Premium! Go to hell…for just $5/mo! Follow us on Instagram: @YKSPod, TikTok: YourKickstarterSucks and subscribe to our YouTube channel for more video stuff! Wow, 2025 is lit!! Gift subscriptions to YKS Premium are now available at Patreon.com/yourkickstartersucks/giftSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Oct 20, 2025 • 1h 36min
Episode 429: Starting Dialogue with Pants
Listen up. It’s the show. And, what’s more, this is the description of it. Music for YKS is courtesy of Howell Dawdy, Craig Dickman, Mr. Baloney, and Mark Brendle. Additional research by Zeke Golvin. YKS is edited by Producer Dan. Social Media by Maddalena Alvarez.Executive Producer Tim Faust (@crulge)I would do this: YKS Premium, if I wanted more of this: :-) Follow us on Instagram: @YKSPod, TikTok: YourKickstarterSucks and subscribe to our YouTube channel for more video stuff! Wow, 2025 is lit!! Gift subscriptions to YKS Premium are now available at Patreon.com/yourkickstartersucks/giftSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Oct 13, 2025 • 2h 13min
Episode 428: Baby Bear Teddy The Cuddly Bear
There should be a way to just have a single ordinary thought and immediately have it translated into a physical manifestation of my misunderstanding of what “Art” is! And it should be RIGHT NOW because I have to go to the CAR DEALERSHIP later! Well, luckily, that seems to be the only problem American Capital is aiming to solve, beyond “make sure no one has jobs anymore”, which is also going VERY WELL! As maddening as that is, I think I’ll try to relax. Hand me my towel with a picture of an asshole on it, I’ll be in the backyard drinking a particular kind of malt beverage that is marketed to reinforce my particular neuroses. And oh yeah, wearing my (Howard Stern voice) CHRISTIAN THONG! Music for YKS is courtesy of Howell Dawdy, Craig Dickman, Mr. Baloney, and Mark Brendle. Additional research by Zeke Golvin. YKS is edited by Producer Dan. Social Media by Maddalena Alvarez.Executive Producer Tim Faust (@crulge)YKS Premium – I’m not just the CEO, I’m also a member! Well I’m not really the CEO. Or a member, I guess. But I see some of the stuff before it comes out. It’s ok. MIKETOBER 666! Only at Patreon.com/yourkickstartersucks Follow us on Instagram: @YKSPod, TikTok: YourKickstarterSucks and subscribe to our YouTube channel for more video stuff! EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/yks Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee!For a limited time, Tempo is offering my listeners SIXTY PERCENT OFF your first box! Go to Tempo Meals dot com slash YKS.Wow, 2025 is lit!! Gift subscriptions to YKS Premium are now available at Patreon.com/yourkickstartersucks/giftSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.


