Smart Nonsense
We make nerdy stuff cool.
Latest episodes
Feb 19, 2025 • 49min
Our New 21 Year Old CEO
Episode #324 with Henry and DylanWatch on Youtube & SubscribeWatch Henry's last Youtube video(00:00) Introduction to Krishna(01:21) Future Admit - SAT Prep Startup(02:57) Growth via Social Media(06:16) Meeting in Person(07:37) Clipped - Scaling & Loans(09:31) $100M Future Admit Vision(12:21) Making Learning Fun(20:55) Entrepreneurship vs. Traditional Jobs(34:15) Future Plans & Expansion(42:40) Smart Nonsense MissionRecorded February 13, 2025
Feb 18, 2025 • 20min
Learning Is Fun
Dive into a light-hearted reflection on late-night bar adventures and the chaos of busy schedules. The hosts humorously tackle their SAT prep with makeshift solutions, while they rediscover the joy in learning, especially in math. They explore how school can stifle curiosity and share their fascination with math history. Valentine's Day plans are redefined with a focus on simplicity over extravagance, highlighting their experiences with social dynamics in bars. It’s a blend of education, fun, and personal anecdotes!
Feb 13, 2025 • 17min
We Try and Stay Positive
Episode #322 with Henry and DylanWatch on Youtube & SubscribeWatch Henry's last Youtube video(00:00) Intro(01:15) Super Bowl talk(02:48) Criticism of live rap(05:38) AI sentiment analysis(06:19) Trail mix chocolate theft(08:34) Ice hockey enforcer kid(09:45) Kid’s birthday decree(12:57) Podcast editorial correction(14:41) Biking with sticky throttle(16:18) Clashing with old ladyRecorded February 10, 2025
Feb 12, 2025 • 48min
Why Our Video Got 10 MILLION Views (Breakdown)
Episode #321 with Henry and DylanWatch on Youtube & SubscribeWatch Henry's last Youtube video(00:00) Short form content breakdown(02:37) Importance of strong hooks(05:12) Using interruptions for engagement(09:09) Character consistency in storytelling(11:51) Visual humor and timing(17:50) Effective shot composition(23:32) Refining reactions for clarity(26:49) Showing instead of telling(30:55) Enhancing comedic impact(42:39) Using sound design for tensionRecorded February 7, 2025
Feb 11, 2025 • 29min
Breaking Down the Best Video on YouTube
Episode #320 with Henry and DylanWatch on Youtube & SubscribeWatch Henry's last Youtube video(00:00) Michael Reeves new video(01:46) Past live-streaming failures(03:02) F1 reaction time challenge(05:42) Viral game concept(07:58) Building the right product(09:30) Street Fighter game mistake(12:52) Management and decision-making(16:04) Balancing ownership and control(18:40) Michael Reeves' creativity(24:16) AI negotiating botRecorded February 7, 2025
Feb 11, 2025 • 49min
We Are So Back (New Season)
Episode #319 with Henry and DylanWatch on Youtube & SubscribeWatch Henry's last Youtube video(00:00) New season begins(00:42) Existential crisis reflection(02:29) Late-night brainstorming(03:43) Accidental hackathon origins(04:54) Brain Blast focus shift(07:54) Perfectionism vs. shipping(16:46) Playable game build released(24:57) Game drives engagement(27:00) Iteration and simplification(37:35) Building simple SAT gameRecorded February 6, 2025
Feb 11, 2025 • 36min
We Might Shut Down Everything..
Episode #318 with Henry and DylanWatch on Youtube & SubscribeWatch Henry's last Youtube video(00:03) Discussing catching up to present day(01:25) Talk about Bruno Mars and Lady Gaga(02:04) Discussing Bruno's streaming numbers(03:24) Comparing Bruno Mars and Sexy Red's popularity(04:46) Bruno Mars's broad music success(05:28) Debating content creation versus business growth(08:14) Alex Horos's advice on software companies(09:22) David Sacks' advice on agency improvement(10:00) Mr. Beast’s approach to business and content(12:48) Building courses before software appsRecorded January 30, 2025
Feb 7, 2025 • 21min
I Played Hockey With the NHL
Episode #317 with Henry and DylanWatch on Youtube & SubscribeWatch Henry's last Youtube video
(00:03) Shaky camera issue
(00:46) Cheap table discussion
(01:31) Moving to New York
(02:13) Company ambitions
(02:48) Sisyphean snow shoveling
(04:01) Manual labor as mental clarity
(06:06) Billionaire friend's luxury hockey rink
(07:45) Dream property with guest houses
(09:01) Exclusive sports community
(10:13) Missing chance to play with NHL legend
(11:20) Golfing with David Sacks
(12:29) Podcast guest quality concerns
(13:49) New season, new content strategy
(15:44) Making boring things fun
(17:43) YouTube vs. building a billion-dollar company
Recorded January 23, 2025
Feb 6, 2025 • 25min
My Nightmare in Costa Rica
Episode #316 with Henry and DylanWatch on Youtube & SubscribeWatch Henry's last Youtube video
(00:00) New season begins
(00:39) Pinky injury discussion
(01:20) Story about friend with frequent bathroom issues
(02:07) Food poisoning incident in Costa Rica
(02:53) Unusual travel group dynamic
(04:45) Severe sickness from eating bush meat
(06:05) Struggle with vomiting and clogged sink
(07:22) Malaysia food poisoning comparison
(08:36) Extreme diarrhea is uncommon in developed countries
(11:10) Travel companion obsessed with tanning
(12:39) Concept of minimum viable sun exposure
(14:31) Misconceptions about tanning through windows
(17:19) Sudden shift in sun protection habits
(19:17) Plan for a dedicated China & Malaysia discussion
(20:47) Guide’s politically incorrect comments
Recorded January 22, 2025
Feb 3, 2025 • 17min
The Million Dollar Hair Idea
Episode #315 with Henry and Dylan
Recorded January 10, 2025
