Profoundly Pointless
A podcast for the curious. Interviews on Society, Sex, Science and Sports.
From CERN Particle Physicists and Professional Casino Cheats to Erotic Hypnotists and Olympic Athletes, every week host Nick VinZant sits down with a guest from a different walk of life.
The story is never the same but the goal always is, to truly learn something new. Signal Award winner for Best Interview Podcast.
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Taxidermist Allis Markham
Part scientist, part artist. Allis Markham is one of the world’s premier Taxidermists. She specializes in bringing exotic animals back to life for museums and science centers. We talk Taxidermy, interesting animals and the growing science of...
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Optical Physicist Dr. Greg Gbur
Is what you see, really the way the world looks? As an Optical Physicist Dr. Greg Gbur studies that and more. We talk the latest in optical physics, the possibility of invisibility, coherence theory, meta materials and why movies are wrong about...
58 min
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Etiquette Coach Kelley Yates - Lady Etiquette
Etiquette is more than just being polite. It’s a code of behavior that can take you to the highest levels of personal and professional success. A code Etiquette Coach Kelley Yates (Lady Etiquette) can teach you. We talk proper etiquette, deportment...
57 min
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Olympic Race Walker Robyn Stevens
Forget what you’ve seen on because Race Walking is nothing like what it seems. Robyn Stevens is a 14x National Champion who just got back from the Tokyo Olympics. We talk Race Walking, the secret to swinging your hips and getting annoyed at slow...
63 min
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Adult Film Star Lexi Luna
Lexi Luna is a teacher. First she taught in schools, now she teaches on-camera. Educating men about sex and women about empowerment. Go behind the scenes as we talk adult films, OnlyFans and the secrets of pornography algorithms. Then, try not to get...
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Slapfighter Koa Viernes
Koa Viernes is the undefeated champion of Slapfighting. Everyone he's faced has either tapped out or been knocked out. We talk Slapfighting techniques, internet fame and his quest to take a fringe sport mainstream. Then, we countdown a special...
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Master Bladesmith Liam Hoffman
Knives, axes, swords, as a Master Bladesmith, Liam Hoffman can make them all. But before he became a Forged in Fire Champion, Hoffman spent years failing over and over again. We talk bladesmithing techniques, $8,000 knives and how lightsabers will...
53 min
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Professional Arm Wrestler "Monster" Michael Todd
With 20 National Titles and 16 World Titles to his name, “Monster” Michael Todd is one of the best arm wrestlers of all time. We talk arm wrestling techniques, how to get really strong, broken arms and more in this episode. Then, we countdown a...
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Latex Model Kitty Malone
For Kitty Malone wearing latex is equal parts transformation and mystery. As soon as she puts it on she feels sexy, powerful and confidant, while her clients can only wonder what’s underneath her skintight clothes and hood. We talk wearing latex,...
63 min
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Extreme Kayaker Dane Jackson
From dangerous white water rapids in Pakistan, to 130-foot drops off waterfalls, Dane Jackson has taken his Kayak to places no one else has ever been. We talk kayaking tips, the best rapids near your and his next big adventure. Then, we countdown the...
66 min
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Pole Dancing Champion Chloe Anderson
Chloe Anderson is a 2x National Champion Pole Dancer. But for her Pole Dancing is more than just a competition, it’s a way to fight back against depression. We talk pole dancing basics, strip clubs, music and more. Then, we countdown the Top 5...
51 min
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Cryptocurrency Expert Preethi Kasireddy
As an entrepreneur, engineer and investor, Preethi Kasireddy is one of the most influential people in cryptocurrency. We talk getting started in crypto, the future of digital currency, and the best investments. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Kinds of...
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Fireworks with Phil Grucci
From national celebrations to world record shows with nearly a million fireworks, Phil Grucci is the creative force behind some of the world’s biggest fireworks shows. We talk how fireworks shows are designed, how fireworks are made and the world’s...
51 min
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Celebrity Publicist Danielle Sabrina
From actors and athletes to musicians and thought leaders, Celebrity Publicist Danielle Sabrina can turn talent into a star. We talk celebrities, building a brand and the unique mindset that took her from a high school dropout to the head of one of...
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Rodeo Clown Brinson James
As a Rodeo Clown, Brinson James travels the world entertaining crowds and protecting cowboys. We talk dodging 2,500lb bulls, growing up on the road and the best rodeos. Then we countdown the Top 5 Western Movies.
Brinson James: 01:36ish
Pointless:...
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Professional Eater Katina Eats Kilos
From giant stacks of pancakes to buckets of seafood, Professional Eater Katina Eats Kilos travels the country taking on legendary eating challenges. We talk tasty restaurants, America’s hardest eating challenges and what happens to your body after...
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Penguin Researcher and Antarctic Scientist Dr. ...
Dr. Michelle LaRue works in some of the harshest environments on the planet, using satellite imagery and up-close encounters to study everything from penguins and seals to mountain lions. We talk polar biology, climate change, conservation and penguin...
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Decathlete Devon Williams
He’s one of the best athletes in the world and he’s hoping to prove it at the next Olympics. Decathlete Devon Williams talks track and field, training for ten events and Olympic preparation. Then, in celebration of our 150th episode, we countdown our...
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Cannibis Photographer Chris Romaine
Call it cannibis, marijuana or weed, Photographer Chris Romaine travels the world taking pictures of things you can barely see. We talk cannibis and macro photography, the best bud and the future of the cannibis industry. Then, we countdown the Top 5...
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Table Tennis Olympians Sam Walker and Kanak Jha
From National Championships to the Olympic Games, Professional Table Tennis players Sam Walker and Kanak Jha have represented their countries at the highest levels. We talk table tennis vs ping pong, the Tokyo Olympics and the best table tennis trash...
53 min
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Memory Researcher Dr. Colleen Parks
Memories are the stories of our lives. They connect us to our past and predict our future. But how are memories created and why do we forget? Memory Researcher Dr. Collen Parks joins us to explain. We talk how memories are made, the secret to...
63 min
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Sex Toy Designer Mike Blacksmith
Vibrators, dildos, paddles, whatever you can imagine. Mike Blacksmith makes sex toys for Tantus Inc. We talk the secrets of sex toy design, the best sex toys for you and customer requests. Then, we countdown a very attracting Top 5.
Mike Blacksmith:...
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Monster Truck Driver Coty Saucier
Growing up Coty Saucier dreamed of driving a monster truck. Now, he races them while backflipping over 60 foot jumps. We talk monster trucks, racing and more. Then, a special vehicular Top 5.
Coty Saucier: 01:32
Pointless: 28:16
Top 5: 41:28...
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Elephant Researcher Dr. Caitlin O'Connell
We look different but we are very much the same. Dr. Caitlin O'Connell has been researching elephants for nearly 30 years. We talk elephant behavior, animal rituals and the battle between elephants and rhinos. Then, we countdown a special scary Top...
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Meditation Coach Lodro Rinzler
Stressed? Anxious? Depressed? Your inner voice can guide you through the darkest times. You just have to be able to hear it. Meditation Teacher Lodro Rinzler can help you find your inner self. We talk meditation techniques, the benefits of meditation...
58 min