Absurd Arguments

Matthew and Nathan

Hello and welcome to Absurd Arguments! We are two friends who like to joke about nonsensical things, so we decided to make a podcast. Join us every other Thursday as we tackle life's most irreverent arguments like “are cats better pets than dogs” or “which came first, the chicken or the egg.” Stay tuned to see what absurdity we argue about next!

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Episode 29 - The Spy Who Argued With Me

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09/14/23 • 64 min

Let's see here, do I have my spy gadgets? Check. Charming personality and debonair looks? Check. Martini that's been shaken (NOT STIRRED!) to perfection? Definitely need to have that. Oh, hello there! You just caught me going over my spy checklist. Matthew and Nathan are talking about spies today so I'm making sure I'm up to date on being a spy. Whether you're a fan of James Bond or Tom Cruise (editor's note: his character from Mission: Impossible has a name, Ethan Hunt), they definitely have something for you. Matthew and Nathan also suggest the best spy gadget and they even make their own spy movie. This is probably their stealthiest episode yet! Anyway, we hope you enjoy listening to these Absurd Arguments!
Spy music is No Way – Zarii

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Episode 26 - The Camping Episode

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06/15/23 • 76 min

Ah, nothing is better than taking time to spend in nature. Hiking up trails, swimming in creeks, and sleeping under the stars are all almost as fun as listening to Matthew and Nathan argue about absurd things. After one year and 26 episodes, the two have decided it's time for a short break.
But first, let's go camping! Our fearless hosts ditch the recording studio to spend time in nature and go camping. Truly it is the final frontier for them! Nathan brings back the much loved segment "Which is Worse?" Then the two argue about some common camping subjects, like best food to eat or which pests annoy them the most.
Those of us part of the Absurd Arguments team (okay, I mean, it's just Nathan and Matthew) are so grateful for you listening to our podcast. Join us for "Season 2" when we come back in August. Have a fun summer!
Emotional separation music is Filaments by Scott Buckley

Episode 22 - An Absurd Birthday

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04/13/23 • 60 min

No, dear listeners, it's not the podcast's birthday today (it's still just a baby), but one of our hosts, Nathan, has a birthday a week after this podcast releases. To help celebrate his successful ascent up the mountain of aging, our hosts decided to argue about birthdays! But first, Nathan tests Matthew on birthday traditions around the world. Then they discuss some of the best birthday mainstays: candles, gifts, surprise parties, and parties where no one shows up at all! Matthew even has a fun game lined up too! You'll just have to listen and find out what it is on this spectacular episode of Absurd Arguments!

Episode 20 - Top O' the Argument to You!

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03/16/23 • 62 min

What a lucky episode of Absurd Arguments this is! St. Patrick's Day is here, and Matthew and Nathan are ready to discuss all things green and Irish. The absurdity that will be argued over today covers all your favorite St. Paddy's topics, like the necessity of wearing green for the day and the ethics of dying an entire river green for the holiday (looking at you Chicago). But before all that Nathan plays a new game with Matthew where he challenges him to correctly pronounce a slew of Irish names (all listed below for you to play along at home). Settle in for one of our most mischievous episodes yet!
List of Irish names mentioned in this episode:
Aoife, Blathnaid, Caitriona, Caoimhe, Cillian, Dearbhla, Domhnall, Eoghan, Fionnuala, Naoise, Padraig, Saoirse, Siobhan
Also, Ollie has been sent to professional dog training after his refusal to learn proper table manners. We will give you updates about him when Nathan hears from the trainers.

Episode 19 - A Blustery Argument

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03/02/23 • 56 min

Matthew and Nathan have dusted themselves off from the windy sand-storms here in Texas to argue about one of the most enigmatic and terrifying forces of nature: tornadoes. March is one of the windiest months of the year so there's no better time to discuss the dangers of wind and the brave men and women storm chasers who courageously (or foolishly) investigate these cylinders of doom. But this podcast isn't completely serious. They also argue over whether or not you can use balloons and umbrellas to ride the wind, but before all that though, please excuse the rude news broadcast that mocks our wonderful hosts and all the hard work they do. Anyway, we hope this episode blows you away!
**Update on Ollie**
He was saved from the ranch fire, and the vet says he's fine. Just a little crispy and singed. In fact, Nathan is teaching Ollie some new tricks, like fetching the tv remote and how to properly use a fire extinguisher. Now if only he would stop barking at the neighbor's moat filled with alligators! #pray4ollie
News music: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B01ETnpO5-Y

Episode 18 - The Best President

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02/16/23 • 67 min

President's Day is upon us, which leaves Matthew and Nathan wondering which US president would be the best at modern jobs, hobbies, or other fun things. Through the many topics they discuss, many questions held by many scholars will be answered, and many philosophies will be put to the test as they dive deeply into the psyche of this great country's leaders. Before that, Nathan shares his interesting musical discovery with Matthew, and this causes their friendship to falter slightly. Will the bonds of collaboration break? Will Matthew leave Nathan to his horrib—I mean, different taste in music? Will Nathan save his dog Ollie from the raging fire spreading through the ranch? Listen and find out!
Take the Music for Mallet Instruments, Voices and Organ Challenge HERE

Episode 17 - For the Love of Arguments

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02/02/23 • 68 min

Ah, Valentine's Day! What better way to celebrate the holiday than listening to podcasting's most eligible pair of (hopeless) bachelors. Even though these two are TOTAL experts when it comes to the topic of romance, they decided to argue about something simpler: where is the most romantic place to take your significant other on a date? Travel the world with Matthew and Nathan on their dizzying journey to discover the most romantic locales across this big 'ol ball of land and sea we call Earth. Spoiler alert: you might find a new appreciation for Singapore just like they have.

Episode 43 - Sensing the Season

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09/26/24 • 54 min

Ahhhhhhh... Fall is finally here. The leaves on the trees are changing color (though that might be because it's so hot here in Texas), the weather is cooling down (from 90° to 80°), and we're nearing the end of the year (which isn't special to Texas). To bring in the new season, our hosts Matthew and Nathan want to bring in the cozy season by talking about how each of our 5 senses will experience it. Whether you listen to this swaddled up in a blanket with your drink of choice or are stuck in traffic on your way home from work, we hope that your day is filled with thoughts of sunsets, critters chirping in the night, and the feel of warm, clean laundry.
Drumroll music is https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r2K1yPbLrWc
Laundry alarm is from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q8XaS9k1S80&t=6008s

Episode 40 - Absurd Television

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04/01/24 • 42 min

April 1, 2024
Dear dairy, ugh, I mean diary. Wouldn't that be weird to write my thoughts to dairy products! Like, "Hi Milk, today I'm hanging out with my good, good friend Matthew." Or "Dear Cheese, Matthew wanted to show me something on his TV or whatever." Hahaha! Anywho, Matthew and I probably need to talk about our next podcast episode. Not sure what it'll be about. Hopefully not another holiday one. Or worse: a sequel. I'll need to think of a serious description when it does happen. No more jokes and weird meta humor most people will ignore. Well, I better go. Best not to be late! Oh, and happy April Fools’ Day, diary!
Sports music is “Legionnaire” by Scott Buckley
Conspiracy music is https://youtu.be/X9y5ka70Qto?si=F5LAEq7syDa8mu5w

Episode 45 - Hallow Tournament: Realm of Sorcerers

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10/24/24 • 124 min

Gather around dear listeners, but beware! ’Tis the Witching Hour, an awful time when witches and wizards roam the land searching for little girls and boys to turn into toads, salamanders, or sentient vacuum cleaners (happened to my cousin once). But not all wizards and witches are created equal of course. In fact, some may even be harmless! Fortunately, Matthew and Nathan have devised a special ranking system, or tournament if you prefer, to decide which witch (hehehe) or which wizard is most to be feared. Could it be Dumbledore? Or perhaps even Galadriel? Who knows! The only way you can discover the answer is by listening for yourself. So sit down, curl up by the fireplace, and listen to this magical tournament episode of Absurd Arguments!

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How many episodes does Absurd Arguments have?

Absurd Arguments currently has 52 episodes available.

What topics does Absurd Arguments cover?

The podcast is about Friends, Leisure, Absurd, Funny, Comedy and Podcasts.

What is the most popular episode on Absurd Arguments?

The episode title 'Episode 39 - Tropical Arguments' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Absurd Arguments?

The average episode length on Absurd Arguments is 62 minutes.

How often are episodes of Absurd Arguments released?

Episodes of Absurd Arguments are typically released every 14 days.

When was the first episode of Absurd Arguments?

The first episode of Absurd Arguments was released on Jun 9, 2022.

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