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The Nonessential Podcast

The Nonessential Podcast

Ben Matlock and Steve Gibson

A show about anything and everything that we find interesting, but not essential. From true history and crime, to myths, legends, and creepypasta, if we like it, we'll talk about it. And if we don't like it, we'll talk about it even more.
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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best The Nonessential Podcast episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to The Nonessential 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 Nonessential Podcast episode by adding your comments to the episode page.

The Nonessential Podcast - Episode 169: I Have Thin Walls

Episode 169: I Have Thin Walls

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03/09/22 • 29 min

This week, Ben reads a creepypasta about a guy with some overly loud neighbors. Or so he thinks.

It's Alexisaac's 'I Have Thin Walls.'

source: I Have Thin Walls | Creepypasta Wiki | Fandom

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The Nonessential Podcast - Episode 256: The Butcer Family

Episode 256: The Butcer Family

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04/09/24 • 49 min

This week, Ben reads 'The Butcher Family' by Night Spirit. It's a tale of woe, generational curses, and the best damned meat-cubes you ever did taste.

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The Butcher Family | Creepypasta Wiki | Fandom

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The Nonessential Podcast - Episode 184: My Pal Scout

Episode 184: My Pal Scout

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07/12/22 • 51 min

What happens when the perfect gift turns out to be a stuffed dog that is both sentient and possessive? Listen to Ben read the anonymously-written My Pal Scout and find out!

Source: My Pal Scout | Creepypasta Wiki | Fandom

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The Nonessential Podcast - Episode 259: Only Following Orders

Episode 259: Only Following Orders

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06/25/24 • 55 min

In this installment of the Nonessential Podcast, Steve reads the story of a soldier who's past is quite literally haunting him. Check out the anonymously written Only Following Orders.

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The Nonessential Podcast - Episode 180: Ice Cold Revenge

Episode 180: Ice Cold Revenge

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06/14/22 • 51 min

What happens when the girl of your dreams slips though your sweaty, nerdy fingers, but then you suddenly gain the power of ice? Listen to this week's show, feat. Ice Cold Revenge by DemonPastas

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The Nonessential Podcast - Episode 179: Too Much Taco

Episode 179: Too Much Taco

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06/06/22 • 58 min

This week, Ben and Steve literally figuratively shoot the shit. It's a weird, wonderful, rambling episode about nothing. And poop.

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The Nonessential Podcast - Episode 215: A Plop in the Night

Episode 215: A Plop in the Night

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04/10/23 • 45 min

This week Steve reads a story that he anonymously wrote himself, about an unlucky mountain loaner and his outhouse. Check out the mystery crime drama, 'A Plop in the Night.'

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The Nonessential Podcast - Episode 194: An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge
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10/04/22 • 52 min

This week, the Nonessential crew continues it's now two-week run of Ambrose Bierce content with Ben's reading of An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge.

This was one of Ben's favorite Bierce pieces growing up, but does it hold up lo' these couple of years later? Probably.

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The Nonessential Podcast - Episode 181: The Tiger

Episode 181: The Tiger

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06/21/22 • 46 min

This week, Steve shares an original story based on the true story of a Siberian hunter who pissed of the wrong tiger.

Based on a true story as told by John Valliant in The Tiger: A True Story of Vengeance and Survival.

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The Nonessential Podcast - Episode 263: Scribblings in the Well

Episode 263: Scribblings in the Well

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09/18/24 • 31 min

This week, Ben reads a creepypasta that outlines why it may be a bad idea to follow clearly unhinged instructions you may come across while exploring old wells. Check out the anonymously authored 'Scribblings in the Well.'

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FAQ

How many episodes does The Nonessential Podcast have?

The Nonessential Podcast currently has 104 episodes available.

What topics does The Nonessential Podcast cover?

The podcast is about General, History, Comedy, Podcasts and Adult.

What is the most popular episode on The Nonessential Podcast?

The episode title 'Episode 258: The Adventures of Hubert Wilkins' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on The Nonessential Podcast?

The average episode length on The Nonessential Podcast is 53 minutes.

How often are episodes of The Nonessential Podcast released?

Episodes of The Nonessential Podcast are typically released every 7 days, 1 hour.

When was the first episode of The Nonessential Podcast?

The first episode of The Nonessential Podcast was released on Jan 5, 2022.

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