Synopsis
The Distractible Podcast with Mark Fischbach, Wade Barnes, and Bob Muyskens is a space to have thoughtful discussions about funny, out there, or otherwise interesting stories from everyday life. Also an opportunity for three friends to remind each other they are not as smart as they think.
Episodes
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HairToday the guys discuss all things hair (and the lack there of)! They warn of the dangers of hair removal, explore the strange hair trends of ancient Greek statues, and discuss sci-fi scenarios where the elite harvest hair and organs from the less fortunate.47m2Body OdorMark hosts while Wade and Bob one-up each other's concepts for eliminating body odor, debate the true number of human senses, and remember nostalgic aromas.46m3TransportationMark hosts while Wade and Bob one-up each other's concepts for eliminating body odor, debate the true number of human senses, and remember nostalgic aromas.55m4CampingMark recounts the legend of an insane creature from the Rocky Mountains. Bob explains how his formative kayaking trip almost ended like a horror movie, and Wade...well, Wade just does what Wade does...53m5Fake TechBob prompts a discussion about technology that blurs the lines of reality in this hilarious episode full of gadget scams, 00's game nostalgia, and if the mute button could exist for real life.56m6SupernaturalMark hosts as Bob and Wade trade scary stories. For Bob, it's a strange woman who catches children who stay out too late. For Wade, a true story about how the night after watching "Texas Chainsaw Massacre" may have been scarier than the movie itself!52m7Bob's FridgeBob rages while telling a story about the disaster that was the installation of his new fridge, and the technicians behind it.52m8ConventionsOn this episode of the pod, the guys get nostalgic for conventions and all the good and bad that come with them. From notable failed attempts, to bizarre themes (like "pizza" and "baby"), to post-COVID predictions, conventions hold a special place in Mark, Bob, and Wade's hearts.46m9Hold my BeerWade hosts as Mark and Bob share some classic "hold my beer" moments from their college days.60m10SynchronicityIn front of a "live" Discord audience, the guys discuss synchronicities, déjà vu, mind-reading, and hive minds.58m11Perfect CrimeMark, Bob and Wade aim to answer the age old hypothetical question: "What is the perfect crime?".63m12Kids are StupidThe guys share stories about how dumb kids can be: from inventing stupid games, to playing with banned toys, and somehow making it through all of it without a scratch.54m13Happy FuneralsBob hosts, opening the floor for Mark and Wade to discuss what they want their funerals to be like.50m14FutureThis week, the guys talk about the future: expectations vs. reality. What did people in the past predict the future would be like? Were they accurate? The guys wonder if they too will be accurate if they attempt to do the same.64m15How to make a Best FriendThe guys give absolutely the worst advice possible on how to make a best friend.47m16On Sh*t MomentsThe guys discuss their bathroom close calls. Expired meat and hospital visits included, underwear left behind58m17How Dare YouTough sports coaches, rude fast food customers, and criminals getting their comeuppance, the guys discuss all of their moments of revenge and defiance against those who dared to cross them.59m18Dreams & NightmaresThe guys recount their night terrors, the first ones they remember having as well as the ones they still have today. They also explore how memory relates to dreams.56m19King of MeatFollowing the first ever tie in Distractible history, Mark and Bob attempt to share hosting responsibilities, while Wade regales in his tales of good and not so good eats.68m20Life PlanThe guys discuss their life paths, including career goals, turning points and what job they'd have in a zombie apocalypse.57m21Lies from ParentsFrom coffee stunting your growth, to gum staying in your stomach forever, the guys recall the lies their parents told them growing up and how they still affect them as adults.51m22Dating AdviceWade hosts as Bob shares the story of his movie theater dating scare, and Mark reminisces on the only dating idea he had in high school, or the lack thereof.69m23Dangerous CoastersThe guys discuss crazy roller coasters and amusement park rides, as well as discuss what a hypothetical "euthanasia coaster" would consist of.57m24I Was Wrong...The spelling of certain words, sex ed miscommunications, examples of the Mandela Effect: the guys humbly admit when they were wrong...53m25Fears & FetishesSharks, stage fright, and snapping your legs like Joe Theismann. Today, the guys discuss their fears and whether or not the opposite of a fear is a fetish.58m26Old MenLet's face it: Mark, Bob and Wade are getting - up there.54m27We Are All Going To DieBirds falling from the sky, climate change, solar flares, Jeff Bezos... What will be humanity's ultimate demise?53m28Young & StupidThe guys discuss adolescent sneakiness, food revelations, and more Jeff Bezos!53m29That One GuyCampfire guitar guy, the gamer guy with a bad mic, Crypto Bros, Florida Man… you know, that guy. Which “guy” are our guys?57m30Never Give UpMark shares the story of a pilot who crashed his plane seven times, inspiring Bob and Wade to find similar tales of perseverance despite ridiculous failure.52m31Humanity Is BadBob challenges Mark and Wade to prove that humanity is ultimately good.49m32Christmas Gone WrongThe guys dive into how disturbing and strange some holiday traditions really are.52m33Failed ResolutionsMark's bizarre sleeping schedule, Bob drinks an entire handle of vodka, and Wade is - jogging? The guys discuss self improvement and whether or not New Year's is overrated.55m34The Perfect MealThe guys discuss their cooking mishaps and oddly satisfying food creations.53m35Cryptids Are ScaryMark's late-night descent into the "distressingmemes" subreddit sparks discussion of scary stories, including Bob and Wade's favorite cryptids.52m36Bad HabitsFrom nose picking to cigarette smoking, the guys start 2022 off by discussing their worst habits.61m37Beware The Candy Uncle...Inspired by the Stanford Marshmallow Experiment, Mark challenges Bob and Wade to brainstorm creative ways to keep kids from eating too much candy.58m38Funniest Joke In The WorldAfter reading an "official" list of the funniest jokes in the world and deciding they aren't that funny, Bob challenges Mark and Wade to find or make the funniest joke in the world, with Mark ultimately turning to AI for assistance.51m39Waste Of MoneyThe guys trade stories about losing embarrassing amounts of money. From Craigslist scams to mobile games, yard sales and more.56m40The Distractible ThreesomeIn honor of Valentine's Day, the guys show their devotion by answering The New York Times' "36 Questions that Lead to Love".60m41The Worst Piece Of Sh*t Episode EverBob hosts and absentmindedly goes over an entire topic that the guys have already discussed in an earlier episode, leading to him having a breakdown. Also, Wade's dogs are fine, thanks for asking.56m42Criminally SubliminalLove them or hate them, we live in a world of advertisements. The guys discuss nostalgic commercials, the psychology behind ads and how they approach recording their own ads for Distractible.63m43Hill I Will Die OnPrepare for a lot of hot takes as the guys explore their own and argue about them.57m44Pet StoriesThe guys reminisce about hilarious and chaotic pet-related memories.65m45Disappointing Our ParentsQuitting jobs, sneaking porn, having a run-in with the police, today the guys chat about times they upset their parents.61m
HairToday the guys discuss all things hair (and the lack there of)! They warn of the dangers of hair removal, explore the strange hair trends of ancient Greek statues, and discuss sci-fi scenarios where the elite harvest hair and organs from the less fortunate.47m2Body OdorMark hosts while Wade and Bob one-up each other's concepts for eliminating body odor, debate the true number of human senses, and remember nostalgic aromas.46m3TransportationMark hosts while Wade and Bob one-up each other's concepts for eliminating body odor, debate the true number of human senses, and remember nostalgic aromas.55m4CampingMark recounts the legend of an insane creature from the Rocky Mountains. Bob explains how his formative kayaking trip almost ended like a horror movie, and Wade...well, Wade just does what Wade does...53m5Fake TechBob prompts a discussion about technology that blurs the lines of reality in this hilarious episode full of gadget scams, 00's game nostalgia, and if the mute button could exist for real life.56m6SupernaturalMark hosts as Bob and Wade trade scary stories. For Bob, it's a strange woman who catches children who stay out too late. For Wade, a true story about how the night after watching "Texas Chainsaw Massacre" may have been scarier than the movie itself!52m7Bob's FridgeBob rages while telling a story about the disaster that was the installation of his new fridge, and the technicians behind it.52m8ConventionsOn this episode of the pod, the guys get nostalgic for conventions and all the good and bad that come with them. From notable failed attempts, to bizarre themes (like "pizza" and "baby"), to post-COVID predictions, conventions hold a special place in Mark, Bob, and Wade's hearts.46m9Hold my BeerWade hosts as Mark and Bob share some classic "hold my beer" moments from their college days.60m10SynchronicityIn front of a "live" Discord audience, the guys discuss synchronicities, déjà vu, mind-reading, and hive minds.58m11Perfect CrimeMark, Bob and Wade aim to answer the age old hypothetical question: "What is the perfect crime?".63m12Kids are StupidThe guys share stories about how dumb kids can be: from inventing stupid games, to playing with banned toys, and somehow making it through all of it without a scratch.54m13Happy FuneralsBob hosts, opening the floor for Mark and Wade to discuss what they want their funerals to be like.50m14FutureThis week, the guys talk about the future: expectations vs. reality. What did people in the past predict the future would be like? Were they accurate? The guys wonder if they too will be accurate if they attempt to do the same.64m15How to make a Best FriendThe guys give absolutely the worst advice possible on how to make a best friend.47m16On Sh*t MomentsThe guys discuss their bathroom close calls. Expired meat and hospital visits included, underwear left behind58m17How Dare YouTough sports coaches, rude fast food customers, and criminals getting their comeuppance, the guys discuss all of their moments of revenge and defiance against those who dared to cross them.59m18Dreams & NightmaresThe guys recount their night terrors, the first ones they remember having as well as the ones they still have today. They also explore how memory relates to dreams.56m19King of MeatFollowing the first ever tie in Distractible history, Mark and Bob attempt to share hosting responsibilities, while Wade regales in his tales of good and not so good eats.68m20Life PlanThe guys discuss their life paths, including career goals, turning points and what job they'd have in a zombie apocalypse.57m21Lies from ParentsFrom coffee stunting your growth, to gum staying in your stomach forever, the guys recall the lies their parents told them growing up and how they still affect them as adults.51m22Dating AdviceWade hosts as Bob shares the story of his movie theater dating scare, and Mark reminisces on the only dating idea he had in high school, or the lack thereof.69m23Dangerous CoastersThe guys discuss crazy roller coasters and amusement park rides, as well as discuss what a hypothetical "euthanasia coaster" would consist of.57m24I Was Wrong...The spelling of certain words, sex ed miscommunications, examples of the Mandela Effect: the guys humbly admit when they were wrong...53m25Fears & FetishesSharks, stage fright, and snapping your legs like Joe Theismann. Today, the guys discuss their fears and whether or not the opposite of a fear is a fetish.58m26Old MenLet's face it: Mark, Bob and Wade are getting - up there.54m27We Are All Going To DieBirds falling from the sky, climate change, solar flares, Jeff Bezos... What will be humanity's ultimate demise?53m28Young & StupidThe guys discuss adolescent sneakiness, food revelations, and more Jeff Bezos!53m29That One GuyCampfire guitar guy, the gamer guy with a bad mic, Crypto Bros, Florida Man… you know, that guy. Which “guy” are our guys?57m30Never Give UpMark shares the story of a pilot who crashed his plane seven times, inspiring Bob and Wade to find similar tales of perseverance despite ridiculous failure.52m31Humanity Is BadBob challenges Mark and Wade to prove that humanity is ultimately good.49m32Christmas Gone WrongThe guys dive into how disturbing and strange some holiday traditions really are.52m33Failed ResolutionsMark's bizarre sleeping schedule, Bob drinks an entire handle of vodka, and Wade is - jogging? The guys discuss self improvement and whether or not New Year's is overrated.55m34The Perfect MealThe guys discuss their cooking mishaps and oddly satisfying food creations.53m35Cryptids Are ScaryMark's late-night descent into the "distressingmemes" subreddit sparks discussion of scary stories, including Bob and Wade's favorite cryptids.52m36Bad HabitsFrom nose picking to cigarette smoking, the guys start 2022 off by discussing their worst habits.61m37Beware The Candy Uncle...Inspired by the Stanford Marshmallow Experiment, Mark challenges Bob and Wade to brainstorm creative ways to keep kids from eating too much candy.58m38Funniest Joke In The WorldAfter reading an "official" list of the funniest jokes in the world and deciding they aren't that funny, Bob challenges Mark and Wade to find or make the funniest joke in the world, with Mark ultimately turning to AI for assistance.51m39Waste Of MoneyThe guys trade stories about losing embarrassing amounts of money. From Craigslist scams to mobile games, yard sales and more.56m40The Distractible ThreesomeIn honor of Valentine's Day, the guys show their devotion by answering The New York Times' "36 Questions that Lead to Love".60m41The Worst Piece Of Sh*t Episode EverBob hosts and absentmindedly goes over an entire topic that the guys have already discussed in an earlier episode, leading to him having a breakdown. Also, Wade's dogs are fine, thanks for asking.56m42Criminally SubliminalLove them or hate them, we live in a world of advertisements. The guys discuss nostalgic commercials, the psychology behind ads and how they approach recording their own ads for Distractible.63m43Hill I Will Die OnPrepare for a lot of hot takes as the guys explore their own and argue about them.57m44Pet StoriesThe guys reminisce about hilarious and chaotic pet-related memories.65m45Disappointing Our ParentsQuitting jobs, sneaking porn, having a run-in with the police, today the guys chat about times they upset their parents.61mReviews & discussion
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