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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.
Episodes
Profoundly PointlessAfterlife Researcher Dr. J. Kim Penberthy
What happens after we die? Psychiatrist Dr. J. Kim Penberthy studies near-death experiences and after-death communications. We talk afterlife experiences, the…
Profoundly PointlessTurkey Calling Champion Dave Owens
Turkey calling is more than what it seems. It’s not just making sounds, it’s having a conversation with an animal. Speaking their language in order to convince…
Profoundly PointlessBellydancer Valerick Molinary
Bellydancing is more than just a dance. It’s an art form that is both sacred and scandalous. Award-winning Bellydancer Valerick Molinary has performed all over…
Profoundly PointlessEconomic Futurist Andrew Busch
What does the New Year have in store for 2023? Economic Futurist Andrew Busch specializes in predicting what’s next for the economy and what that means for…
Profoundly PointlessProfoundly Pointless Christmas Special
Memory Researchers, Olympic Ski Jumpers, Fungi Foragers and the Headmistress of the "Nice Guy Reform School": this year there's a lot of presents under the…
Profoundly PointlessBeatboxing Champion Pono Akiona
Pono Akina is one of the best beatboxers in the world. He creates unique sounds and songs with nothing but his voice. We talk beatboxing, winning the American…
Profoundly PointlessOlympic Bobsled Pilot Christopher Spring
Racing down the track at nearly 100mph, Bobsled Olympian Christopher Spring knows that the difference between winning and crashing is measured in fractions. We…
Profoundly PointlessFantasy Video Creator Terra Mizu
Foxy Boxing, Mouth Tours, Tickling, Armpit Smothering: Adult Content Creator Terra Mizu creates videos for every kink imaginable. We talk fetish videos…
Profoundly PointlessThanksgiving Special
Erotic Hypnotists, Money Launderers, Particle Physicists, Sex Toy Designers: this year EVERYBODY is coming to Thanksgiving dinner. We talk sex, space, sailing…
Profoundly PointlessFootball Hooligan Researcher Geoff Pearson
Professor Geoff Pearson doesn't just research Football Hooligans, he became one. Studying the culture surrounding Football related violence by infiltrating the…
Profoundly PointlessFire Knife Dancer Lopati Leaso
Lopati Leaso is one of the best Fire Knife Dancers in the World. But that title comes with a cost. Three years ago he was injured so badly doctors told him he…
Profoundly PointlessGarbage Musician "After Cooking"
Most musicians play on instruments, “After Cooking” plays on what he finds in the trash. We talk Garbage Music, the strange looks he always gets and the best…
Profoundly PointlessVampire Scholar Theadora Jean
For hundreds of years stories about Vampires have scared and captivated us. But where did they come from and why are some people convinced they are real…
Profoundly PointlessDemolition Derby Driver Bekkah Doyle
She’s now known as the Queen of Destruction. But there was a time when getting behind the wheel of a car was Bekkah Doyle’s greatest fear. We talk Demolition…
Profoundly PointlessChaotic Witch Frankie Castanea
Witchcraft is rising in popularity. And with a successful book of spells and 1.2 million followers spread across social media, Frankie Castanea, better known…
Profoundly PointlessGambling and Sex Addiction Researcher Dr. Joshua Grubbs
Their allure is all around us, but why do some people get addicted and others don’t. Dr. Joshua Grubbs studies addiction, specifically gambling and sex related…
Profoundly PointlessCelebrity Photographer New York Mickey
Mickey Blank, better knows as New York Mickey, is a different kind of celebrity photographer. She’s gained a massive following online by showing a side of…
Profoundly PointlessRare Bookseller Tom Ayling
From First Editions worth thousands, to long-lost manuscripts worth millions. Rare Bookseller Tom Ayling takes us inside the world of rare books. We talk the…
Profoundly PointlessBoredom and Motivation Researcher James Danckert
Why do we get bored and how can we stay motivated? As a Boredom Researcher, Psychologist James Danckert is trying to answer those questions. We talk boredom…
Profoundly PointlessCigar Blender Nicholas Melillo
What goes in to making a great cigar? Follow Cigar Blender and Foundation Cigar founder Nicholas Melillo’s journey from the fields of Nicaragua to…
Profoundly PointlessHollywood Accent Coach Audrey LeCrone
From “Nope” and “The Dirt”, to “Judas and the Black Messiah”, Hollywood Dialect Coach Audrey LeCrone helps actors perfect their accents and get the character…
Profoundly PointlessTranshumanist Zoltan Istvan
Can we become more than human? Transhumanist Zoltan Istvan is trying to take Transhumanism mainstream. As a thought leader, futurist, and presidential…
Profoundly PointlessShadow Artist Boom Shadow Ace
With just his hands and a flashlight, Shadow Artist Boom Shadow Ace creates unforgettable art. We talk Shadow Art, sudden viral fame and how he uses popular…
Profoundly PointlessCERN Particle Physicist Dr. James Beacham
As a Particle Physicist working at the Large Hadron Collider at CERN, Dr. James Beacham is trying to unlock the secrets of the Universe. We talk Dark Matter…
Profoundly PointlessCosmetic Chemist Valerie George
Look younger, regrow hair, eliminate wrinkles, have perfect skin and hair: cosmetic companies make a lot of claims. But do you know what’s really in the…
Profoundly PointlessParamotor Pilot Chucky Wright
With nothing more than a small seat, a fan engine and a kite, Paramotor Pilot Chucky Wright has soared higher than anyone in history. We talk becoming a…
Profoundly PointlessNASCAR Spotter Tab Boyd
Perched high above the crowd with a radio and pair of binoculars, NASCAR Spotter Tab Boyd has been the eyes and ears for some of racing’s biggest names. We go…
Profoundly PointlessFinancial Crime Investigator Suzanne Lynch
Organized Crime, Corrupt Corporations, Rogue Nations, follow the money and you never know where it might lead. Financial Crime Investigator and Educator…
Profoundly PointlessPickleball Pro Ben Johns
Pickleball is the fastest growing sport in the world. And Ben Johns is the sport's best player. He's ranked number one in nearly every category. We talk…
Profoundly PointlessPyrotechnician Steve Yoss
From Burning Man to the Golden Gate Bridge to July 4th celebrations all across America, Pyrotechnician Steve Yoss has worked on some of the biggest fireworks…
Profoundly PointlessFolding Queen Lennia McCarter
With over three million followers and 400 million views, Lennia McCarter (aka Folding Queen) has turned folding laundry into a social media sensation. We talk…
Profoundly PointlessActress Jenna Starr
Jenna Starr is one of the most sought after and popular performers in her industry. But two years ago her life was very different. Follow her journey from…
Profoundly PointlessRainbolt: Professional Google Maps Player
Professional Google Maps Player Rainbolt knows the world at a glance. Show him any picture on Google Street View and he can tell you exactly where it is. We…
Profoundly PointlessWorld Bartending Champion Kaitlyn Stewart
Kaitlyn Stewart has been called the World’s Best Bartender. And from her craft cocktails and signature drinks to her hospitality and knowledge of spirits, it’s…
Profoundly PointlessSurvival Expert Melissa Miller
Do you have the skills to survive if everything goes wrong? From the African desert to the Amazon rainforest, Survival Expert Melissa Miller has been dropped…
Profoundly PointlessSwordsmith Matt Stagmer
As a swordsmith Matt Stagmer is unique. He’s one of only a handful of people who can still make a sword from scratch. It’s a skill he’s used to make everything…
Profoundly PointlessEverest Filmmaker Elia Saikaly
Adventure Filmmaker Elia Saikaly documents the highs and lows of the world’s tallest mountain. Carrying a camera to areas very few people have even seen. We…
Profoundly PointlessColor Expert Kate Smith
You’re mood, how you sleep, the things you buy, even who you’re attracted to. Color influences nearly every aspect of our lives and Color Expert Kate Smith…
Profoundly PointlessLinguist Daniel Hieber
Why do we speak the way we do? Is it something we learn or is it part of our DNA? Linguist Daniel Hieber studies the world’s languages. We talk linguistics…
Profoundly PointlessMovie Trailer Composer Brandon Lau
In a world where movie trailers are king, Brandon Lau is the composer making the music. He’s created music for everything from blockbuster movies like…
Profoundly PointlessPizza Acrobat Nick Diesslin
Pizza Man Nick Diesslin isn’t a regular pizza acrobat. He’s an intergalactic time traveler on a mission to save the world the only way he knows how, with…
Profoundly PointlessMoney Laundering Expert Professor Moyara Ruehsen
Money Laundering is transforming. Professor Moyara Ruehsen says the criminal enterprise has become a trillion dollar industry involving everyone from biker…
Profoundly PointlessHigh-Altitude Mountaineer Lotta Hintsa
She can barely breathe, the avalanche snow reaches past her waist and it’s 40 below. But Mountaineer Lotta Hinsta couldn’t be happier. We talk mountaineering…
Profoundly PointlessSolo Sailing with Sailor James
Sailor James is on an adventure filled with beauty and danger. He’s currently sailing around the world all by himself. We talk solo sailing, remote islands…
Profoundly PointlessPlastic Surgeon Dr. Gal Aharonov
As a plastic surgeon working in Beverly Hills, Dr. Gal Aharanov has seen it all. And he says there’s a growing dark side to aesthetic medicine's focus on…
Profoundly PointlessProfessional Disc Golfer Ricky Wysocki
Ricky Wysocki is the best Disc Golfer in the world. But not too long ago he was sleeping in his car and living off the dollar menu. We talk Disc Golf, the…
Profoundly PointlessVentriloquist Jack Williams
Ventriloquist Jack Williams is bringing new life to an old art. His standup routines and videos have entertained millions and sparked a growing interest in…
Profoundly PointlessFood Chemist Dr. Christopher McNeil
Do you know what’s in the food you eat? Food Chemist Dr. Christopher McNeil does and the answers might surprise you. We talk food chemistry, nutrition, GMO…
Profoundly PointlessIntimacy Coach Dee Siren
As an Intimacy Coach and Love Educator Dee Siren is unique. She specializes in non-traditional relationships; helping polyamorous couples, married swingers and…
Profoundly PointlessCurling Olympian Chris Plys
Curler Chris Plys has spent decades preparing for this moment. He’s about to go for gold in the Beijing Olympics. We talk curling strategy, competing for Team…
Profoundly PointlessNice Guy Reformer Ashley Cox
Ashley Cox is the founder of the “Nice Guy Reform School”. Her goal is to help men find success in the boardroom and the bedroom by teaching them to stop being…
Profoundly PointlessASMR Role Play Artist ASMR Shanny
Sometimes it’s a whisper. Sometimes it’s a Cosplay with a personal touch. Content Creator ASMR Shanny is known for creating unique videos that will trigger…
Profoundly PointlessChampion Dog Musher Dallas Seavey
Dallas Seavey is one of the best dog mushers in history. He’s won the Iditarod 5x and is getting his dog sled ready for a sixth. We talk dogs, braving 55…
Profoundly PointlessQueer Erotica Producer Sinn Sage
Most adult films are made for mainstream audiences. Producer Sinn Sage is not mainstream, her goal is to bring new visibility to sexual preferences that were…
Profoundly PointlessFuturist Richard Yonck
It's a New Year but how will the world change in 2022 and beyond? Futurist Richard Yonck joins us for a revealing look at the new technologies and trends that…
Profoundly PointlessChristmas Special
We're taking on your biggest Christmas questions in this special episode of Profoundly Pointless. We talk the best Christmas traditions, Santa's biggest lies…
Profoundly PointlessDating and Trauma Therapist "So My Mom's a Therapist"
From Dating and Relationship struggles to dealing with Anxiety, Trauma and Depression, Lisa with “So My Mom’s a Therapist” has quickly become a trusted voice…
Profoundly PointlessElectric Violinist Mia Asano
From her music to her viral videos, Mia Asano is bringing something new to a classic instrument. We talk Electric Violins, the pressure to be perfect and the…
Profoundly PointlessBodyflier Inka Cagnasso
Inka Cagnasso spends her life flying through the air. Sometimes she has a parachute, sometimes she doesn’t. We talk Bodyflying, Skydiving and Wingsuiting, the…
Profoundly PointlessThanksgiving Special
It's one of our favorite traditions, the Profoundly Pointless Thanksgiving Travel Special. A time where we look back on all the things we're thankful…