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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Bounty Hunters
You can run. But you can't hide. Professional Bounty Hunter Jon joins us for this episode. We talk catching criminals, dangerous situations and the one trick that always works. Then, John Shull reveals a dark clothing secret. And we countdown the Top...
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Yoga and Meditation Expert Karla Tafra
Take a breath. Relax. Clear your mind and focus on the moment. Renowned Yoga Teacher Karla Tafra is here to help rejuvenate your mind and body. We talk yoga techniques, the secret to proper breathing and the best way to listen to your body. Then, John...
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Pandemic Historian Dr. Graham Mooney
From the Black Death and Cholera, to Influenza and the Coronavirus, throughout history pandemics have killed millions. Pandemic Historian Dr. Graham Mooney joins us to explain what happened, why it happened and what we can learn. Then, John Shull...
57 min
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Adventure Travel Expert Justin Walter
From diving with Great White Sharks in Africa, to crawling through the canyons of Zion National Park, we're exploring the world in this episode of Profoundly Pointless. Adventure Travel Expert Justin Walter joins us. We talk the travel destinations...
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Psychedelic Drug Researcher Dr. Michele Ross
Magic Mushrooms, Marijuana, Ecstasy, Ayahuasca and DMT. We're going on a psychedelic journey in this episode. Psychedelic Drug Researcher Dr. Michele Ross joins us. We talk psychedelic medicine, what happens to your brain and the push for...
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Hypnotherapist Chanee Rhee
We're exploring the subconscious mind in this episode of Profoundly Pointless. Hypnotherapist Chanee Rhee joins us. We talk hypnosis, childhood memories and knowing yourself. Then, John Shull traumatizes everyone around him. And we countdown the Top 5...
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Champion Dirt Bike Racer Taylor Heiman
From 90 mph sprints across open desert, to flying over 80 foot jumps, Champion Dirt Bike Racer Taylor Heiman has done it all, and won. We talk off-road racing, Motorcross and inspiring others to ride. Then, John Shull tries to get people to care about...
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Steve Butcher Tattoo Artist
His tattoos are so realistic, they almost look like they can't be real. Renowned Tattoo Artist Steve Butcher joins us. We talk tattoo techniques, inking NBA players and how Kobe Bryant inspired him to chase his dreams. Then, John Shull spends...
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Infectious Disease Expert Dr. Steffanie Strathdee
As an Epidemiologist, Dr. Steffanie Strathdee studies the world's deadliest diseases. From the Wuhan Coronavirus and HIV, to Measles and Supebugs, we talk the microscopic dangers that could impact us all. Plus, the forgotten treatment that saved her...
53 min
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Freerunning with Dominic Di Tommaso
Awe-inspiring jumps and epic crashes, this is the life of World-renowned Freerunner and Actor Dominic Di Tommaso. We talk freerunning techniques, avoiding injuries and the greatness of Michael Buble. Then, John Shull does something no adult should....
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Las Vegas Sports Handicapper Dave Cokin
With the Super Bowl fast approaching we're taking a look at the gambling odds. Las Vegas Sports Handicapper Dave Cokin joins us. We talk the life of a professional gambler, the future of sports betting and the the best way to beat the odds. Then, John...
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Professional Juggler Taylor Tries
What started as a struggle with depression has turned into a massive online community. Taylor Glenn of Taylor Tries joins us. We explore the life of a professional juggler and how trying something new helped her get out of bed. Then, John Shull gets...
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Forensic Pathologist Dr. Judy Melinek
Death investigations. Unusual autopsies. Medical mysteries. Forensic pathologist Dr. Judy Melinek takes us inside the life of a medical examiner. We talk crime scene investigations, working in the morgue after 9/11 and her new book, First Cut. Then,...
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Futurists Ryan O'Shea and Brian David Johnson
It's a new decade and we are looking into the future. Futurists Ryan O'Shea and Brian David Johnson join us. We talk biotechnology, robots taking over the world and the new technology that could change society. Then, John Shull does partner yoga. And...
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Profoundly Pointless Holiday Special
We're doing something special for the holidays in this episode of Profoundly Pointless. The best presents, ignoring your family and the Top 5 Things of 2019.
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Comic Book Writer Steve Orlando
Batman. Wonder Woman. Martian Manhunter. Steve Orlando is the creative force behind some of comic’s most beloved characters. In an in-depth interview, we explore what it takes to be a comic book writer, the secret to good storytelling and what’s next...
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Cosmologist Sophia Gad-Nasr
We're exploring the secrets of the Universe in this episode. Cosmologist and Astroparticle Physicist Sophia Gad-Nasr joins us. We talk how the Universe began, why there could be more than one of you and the latest on the search for dark matter. Then,...
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Ballerina Petra Conti
On stage it's beauty and grace, behind the scenes it's endless hard work and physical pain. In this episode we explore the life of a professional ballerina. Principal Dancer Petra Conti joins us. We talk growing up in the ballet, the joys of...
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Professional Switch Kristyna Dark
We’re exploring a unique side of the sex industry in this episode. Professional Submissive / Switch Kristyna Dark joins us. We talk private submissive sessions, sensual tickling and death fantasies. Then, John Shull gets confused about how Pop Tarts...
53 min
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Wine Expert Sarah Tracey
There’s Sommeliers. And then there’s SommelYays! Sarah Tracey has spent the last decade traveling the world on a quest for the best wine. We talk building your pallet, finding the best value and why wine is a box is coming back. Then, John Shull...
58 min
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Titou the Magician
How did you do that? Every day he gets asked that question and now he's here to share. Professional Magician Titou joins us. We talk magical secrets, the shady world of stealing tricks and his work on Masters of Illusion. Then, John Shull gets weird...
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Heavy Metal Drummer Gene Hoglan
What started with a kid air drumming around the house, turned into more than 50 Heavy Metal albums. Legendary drummer Gene Hoglan joins us. We talk Thrash Metal drumming, Rock 'n' Roll stories and following your dream. Then, John Shull tells a story...
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Casting Director Marci Liroff
Mean Girls, Footloose, E.T., she's been a driving force behind some of Hollywood's biggest hits. Casting Director Marci Liroff joins us. The stories behind your favorite movies, what makes a good actor and bringing diversity to movies. Then, John...
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Exorcist Bryan Ouellette
After hundreds of exorcisms he's here to tell his story. Exorcist Bishop Bryan Ouellette joins us. We talk demonic possession, curses and what really happens during an exorcism. Then, John Shull asks an important question about water slides. And we...
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Nuclear Weapons and War with Hans Kristensen
They're the most dangerous weapons on Earth. And with tensions rising, one push of a button could change the world. Hans Kristensen, the Director of The Nuclear Information Project, joins us. We talk nuclear stockpiles, what could send missiles flying...
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