Log in

goodpods headphones icon

To access all our features

Open the Goodpods app
Close icon
headphones
The Chris Ham podcast

The Chris Ham podcast

Chris Ham

A podcast with no boundaries when it comes to topics. Nuanced topic themes that aren’t widely discussed. It bundles sports, politics, and philosophy with a cross section of guests.
Share icon

All episodes

Best episodes

Seasons

Top 10 The Chris Ham podcast Episodes

Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best The Chris Ham podcast episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to The Chris Ham podcast for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite The Chris Ham podcast episode by adding your comments to the episode page.

I wanted my wife Jen on this week but life happened and we are delayed(0:00-3:19). I begin talking about the adopted word “chief”, why I love it, and a local example of one(3:20- 9:48). I then talk about why it’s cowardly to ghost people.(9:51-12:28). I then give a few updates on parenting a 3-year old(12:31-15:44). Then we jump into the NFL-why Darnold is better than Sanchez by a mile and better currently than the other NY QB(16:28-22:04).Week 7 storylines and picks ATS(22:05-29:24).Hot Take- You shouldn't drink water only with certain meals & Rant- Stop being lazy with double doors(29:27-31:32)

bookmark
plus icon
share episode
I start this episode talking about how we are on the brink of a new decade and reflect more about friend/family dynamics. I talk about how everyone has a bandwidth when it comes to friendships and family time and a good metaphor is a parking lot. We talk about the classification of friendships and look at data from psychologists and anthropologists.(0:00-14:05) NFL week 4 to week 5 storylines- Danny Dimes, Cousins, and the machines of the Pats/Chiefs(14:50-20:49) Ham Hot Sharp Butter Knife Picks for week 5- my knife needs sharpening!(20:50-27:00) Rant about the "Queen's English" and "diaries"(27:04-28:28)
bookmark
plus icon
share episode

Buckle up! Bringing on a right-leaning voice to talk politics. I start with a COVID-19 update and

My friend Chritine joins the POD to talk life and politics. She is a local friend, wife, mother, and lifelong Republican in her 30s who is one of those Romney-Hillary voters.

Before she joins I discuss how my generation is soft and about time we deal with some hardship. I also discuss one of the very specific things I miss from "normal life" (0:00-4:41

Moving to the burbs/finance job/health challenge- We start talking about how we met in our town's version of "couple speed dating". We then discuss Christine's fortunate trajectory as an Investment Banker. Then talk about a traumatic medical diagnosis juxtaposted with starting a family and buying a house.(4:44-19:30)

Politics, Politics, Politcs!- We hit politics and discuss Christine's political idenity, voting history, family affiliation, news consumption and bias, Cumo's appeal(19:31-29:11)

We then discuss Republican and Democratic party ideals & marketing, debate the American dream, and largest COVID-19 fears & coping (29:12-41:24)

Then we talk about the media reaction to Trump- fair or unfair, as well as our own personal perceptions of Trump as a president and talk about the notion of Bernie frightening certain people as a Socialist, BIden's enthusiasm gap, and Christine's most important issues including GUNS and her stance on them might surprise you. We end with a discussion of how my wife's heart drives her politics and she lives it with her very generous tipping. We end with PREDICTIONS on what wil, happen in November with the election(41:22-1:09:40)

I summarize my conversation with Christine and why it's important to diversify political dialogue (1:09:43-1:12:54)

TAKES OF ALL TEMPERATURES(T.O.A.Ts)- Flag waving during COVID; Haircut supply; Bring Back the Economy Protests & Darwinism; Car Face Mask Madness; FaceTiming is one helluva technology (1:13:37-1:22:57)

bookmark
plus icon
share episode

I start talking about why I love October almost as much as September. I discuss the brutal cold that struck the Ham family. I then segue to talking about fun Halloween plans and a party with kids, adults, and NFL football. I finish off my intro discussing the witnessing of an interaction between my older daughter and her classmate that left me feeling very angry and protective and not surprised based on interactions with the parents (0:00-11:11).

I discuss how I am a "supermarket Catholic" but very spiritual and how both dogmatic religion and atheism are rooted in one very similar character trait. I tie this character trait to stagnation and dysfunction with two of my beloved professional sports teams(11:15-25:20).

I breakdown the Netflix hit Squid Game and discuss what makes the show so captivating(25:24-31:16).

I introduce a pop culture segment and react to the E News IG story real-time(31:20-37:44.

I talk about a local magazine feature and how being a minority within a minority group makes relatability challenging even as I grow my family. I discuss gratitude for a great 40th birthday celebration and the friends in my life(37:48-44:20)

Takes of all Temperatures(T.O.A.Ts)- Anti-Vax Dimwits; Rainrunning; Tomohawk Chop; Women rarely worse looking than hubbie (44:24-51:20)

bookmark
plus icon
share episode
The Chris Ham podcast - 2019 Chris Ham podcast trailer

2019 Chris Ham podcast trailer

The Chris Ham podcast

play

04/01/20 • 1 min

A podcast that has no boundaries for topics with a cross section of guests. Sports, politics, philosophy, pop culture. Buckle up! Let’s have some fun.

bookmark
plus icon
share episode

I start talking about how we avoided the leap year baby! (0:00-2:19)

Death/Birth Parallels- Only those closest really give a $hit (2:22-8:57)

We bought a car and it was a good experience! I talk about why and a fascinating Sales Manager(9:00-19:10)

I talk about how I love California and why I love it so much even though I have never lived there(19:13-29:33)

Quick Super Tuesday preview and Dems in the field snapshot(30:07-34:29)

Pop Offs- Duvet Covers; Daylight Pivots; Bathroom Attendants; Grandpa Guido Gym Character(34:32-42:39)

bookmark
plus icon
share episode

I start by ranting and raving about a police car taking up a REGULAR parking spot (0:00-2:01)

I then segue to talk about the agony of car shopping and why I need a 7-seater(2:02-7:19)

I discuss my love for fountain soda and how it doesn't fit my demographic(7:22-11:23)

Then I go into why having a leap year baby would suck(11:26-14:39)

I discuss how our last time doing most activiites in life is not known as we are doing them(14:42-21:20)

2020 Dem primary and election snapshot(22:04-27:39)

Pop Offs- Pixie Cuts, Taysom Hill, NYC Homeless, Avocado buying(27:42-31:17)

bookmark
plus icon
share episode

Buckle up! This is a long epside. Superbowl Recap and Pop Offs at the end.

My colorful and raspy wife, Jen Ham, joins the pod again to talk about a whole bunch of stuff!

Politics- We start talking about how our daughter’s breathing resembles an old Irishman then segue to my food routines and seamlessly transition to talk about how town vibes mirror political preferences and values of the inhabitants, why independents are very important in our circles, “socialism” as a dirty word and the frustration of those who identify as “socially liberal and fiscally conservative”- say what you mean! (1:57-39:11)

Pop Culture/Random Stories-

  • Tony Romo's type and what is he looking for out of his relationships? (39:14-48:10)
  • The Super Bowl halftime show- What to make of a media personality being offended by the sexuality of Shakira and J-Lo? (48:12-59:30)
  • Jen reounts a fight with a 75 year old Seahawks fan at a Honolulu bar in 8AM when prengant & yelling at 13-year old neighborhood boys without bike helmets & leaving me on a subway with a crazy glass throwing homeless guy (59:31-1:19:33)

I recap Superbowl 54 solo and talk about Mahomes' greatness overshadowed by Andy Reid, did everyone forget Tyreek Hill is a terrible guy? And the top 5 storylines as we go into the off-season(1:20:17-1:28:14)

Pop Offs- Labor Position for Husbands; Lazy Dads; No Fans Left? HAHA; Wasted Height; Buttered Bagels(1:28:18-1:39:30)

bookmark
plus icon
share episode

I start the episode talking about Thanksgiving and reminiscing about Thanksgiving Eve and thinking about the future with my kids and how things come full circle. I share a pearl of wisdom about the progression of parenting challenges. And let's acknoweldge on the pod that WE HAVE A NEW PRESIDENT! (0:00-6:33)

I start discussing the transiton to Biden as the 46th President and how the transition process, Trump's baseless fraud accusations, and Trump's legal team are an absolute embarrassment. I get into why 2020 Republicans generally wear me the hell ou. I ALSO get fatigued by how and when the left goes too far BUT I don't equalize it (6:34-19:19)

Parenting Snapshot- I discuss the best and most challenging things of parenting our kids at their respective ages of 4+4 months and 8.5 months old (19:22-25:08)

What I expect from COVID and for the people to SHUT UP compaining about Governor crowd gathering mandates(25:11-27:49)

Takes of all Temperatures(TOATs)- Siri voice accents; Social media privacy pet peeves; Addressing people; Game winning drive stats; Thanksgiving rankings (27:52-34:54)

NFL storylines, Fantasy Football Disdian & Ham Hot Sharp Butter Knife Picks ATS (34:57-45:59)

bookmark
plus icon
share episode

Show more best episodes

Toggle view more icon

FAQ

How many episodes does The Chris Ham podcast have?

The Chris Ham podcast currently has 110 episodes available.

What topics does The Chris Ham podcast cover?

The podcast is about Society & Culture and Podcasts.

What is the most popular episode on The Chris Ham podcast?

The episode title '5. America- Love it or Try and Fix it' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on The Chris Ham podcast?

The average episode length on The Chris Ham podcast is 55 minutes.

How often are episodes of The Chris Ham podcast released?

Episodes of The Chris Ham podcast are typically released every 8 days, 12 hours.

When was the first episode of The Chris Ham podcast?

The first episode of The Chris Ham podcast was released on Jun 22, 2019.

Show more FAQ

Toggle view more icon

Comments