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Distractible
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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.
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- E1 HairNext upMay 17, 2021 · 47 min
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Today 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.
- E2 Body OdorMay 24, 2021 · 46 min
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Mark 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.
- E3 TransportationMay 31, 2021 · 55 min
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Mark 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.
- E4 CampingJun 7, 2021 · 53 min
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Mark 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...
- E5 Fake TechJun 14, 2021 · 56 min
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Bob 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.
- E6 SupernaturalJun 21, 2021 · 52 min
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Mark 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!
- E7 Bob's FridgeJun 28, 2021 · 52 min
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Bob rages while telling a story about the disaster that was the installation of his new fridge, and the technicians behind it.
- E8 ConventionsJul 5, 2021 · 46 min
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On 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.
- E9 Hold my BeerJul 12, 2021 · 60 min
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Wade hosts as Mark and Bob share some classic "hold my beer" moments from their college days.
- E10 SynchronicityJul 19, 2021 · 58 min
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In front of a "live" Discord audience, the guys discuss synchronicities, déjà vu, mind-reading, and hive minds.
- E11 Perfect CrimeJul 26, 2021 · 63 min
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Mark, Bob and Wade aim to answer the age old hypothetical question: "What is the perfect crime?".
- E12 Kids are StupidAug 2, 2021 · 54 min
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The 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.
- E13 Happy FuneralsAug 9, 2021 · 50 min
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Bob hosts, opening the floor for Mark and Wade to discuss what they want their funerals to be like.
- E14 FutureAug 16, 2021 · 64 min
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This 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.
- E15 How to make a Best FriendAug 23, 2021 · 47 min
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The guys give absolutely the worst advice possible on how to make a best friend.
- E16 On Sh*t MomentsAug 30, 2021 · 58 min
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The guys discuss their bathroom close calls. Expired meat and hospital visits included, underwear left behind
- E17 How Dare YouSep 6, 2021 · 59 min
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Tough 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.
- E18 Dreams & NightmaresSep 13, 2021 · 56 min
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The 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.
- E19 King of MeatSep 20, 2021 · 68 min
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Following 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.
- E20 Life PlanSep 27, 2021 · 57 min
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The guys discuss their life paths, including career goals, turning points and what job they'd have in a zombie apocalypse.
- E21 Lies from ParentsOct 4, 2021 · 51 min
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From 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.
- E22 Dating AdviceOct 11, 2021 · 69 min
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Wade 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.
- E23 Dangerous CoastersOct 18, 2021 · 57 min
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The guys discuss crazy roller coasters and amusement park rides, as well as discuss what a hypothetical "euthanasia coaster" would consist of.
- E24 I Was Wrong...Oct 25, 2021 · 53 min
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The spelling of certain words, sex ed miscommunications, examples of the Mandela Effect: the guys humbly admit when they were wrong...
- E25 Fears & FetishesNov 1, 2021 · 58 min
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Sharks, 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.
- E26 Old MenNov 8, 2021 · 54 min
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Let's face it: Mark, Bob and Wade are getting - up there.
- E27 We Are All Going To DieNov 15, 2021 · 53 min
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Birds falling from the sky, climate change, solar flares, Jeff Bezos... What will be humanity's ultimate demise?
- E28 Young & StupidNov 22, 2021 · 53 min
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The guys discuss adolescent sneakiness, food revelations, and more Jeff Bezos!
- E29 That One GuyNov 29, 2021 · 57 min
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Campfire guitar guy, the gamer guy with a bad mic, Crypto Bros, Florida Man… you know, that guy. Which “guy” are our guys?
- E30 Never Give UpDec 6, 2021 · 52 min
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Mark 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.
- E31 Humanity Is BadDec 13, 2021 · 49 min
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Bob challenges Mark and Wade to prove that humanity is ultimately good.
- E32 Christmas Gone WrongDec 20, 2021 · 52 min
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The guys dive into how disturbing and strange some holiday traditions really are.
- E33 Failed ResolutionsDec 27, 2021 · 55 min
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Mark'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.
- E34 The Perfect MealJan 3, 2022 · 53 min
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The guys discuss their cooking mishaps and oddly satisfying food creations.
- E35 Cryptids Are ScaryJan 10, 2022 · 52 min
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Mark's late-night descent into the "distressingmemes" subreddit sparks discussion of scary stories, including Bob and Wade's favorite cryptids.
- E36 Bad HabitsJan 17, 2022 · 61 min
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From nose picking to cigarette smoking, the guys start 2022 off by discussing their worst habits.
- E37 Beware The Candy Uncle...Jan 24, 2022 · 58 min
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Inspired by the Stanford Marshmallow Experiment, Mark challenges Bob and Wade to brainstorm creative ways to keep kids from eating too much candy.
- E38 Funniest Joke In The WorldJan 31, 2022 · 51 min
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After 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.
- E39 Waste Of MoneyFeb 7, 2022 · 56 min
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The guys trade stories about losing embarrassing amounts of money. From Craigslist scams to mobile games, yard sales and more.
- E40 The Distractible ThreesomeFeb 14, 2022 · 60 min
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In honor of Valentine's Day, the guys show their devotion by answering The New York Times' "36 Questions that Lead to Love".
- E41 The Worst Piece Of Sh*t Episode EverFeb 21, 2022 · 56 min
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Bob 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.
- E42 Criminally SubliminalFeb 28, 2022 · 63 min
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Love 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.
- E43 Hill I Will Die OnMar 7, 2022 · 57 min
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Prepare for a lot of hot takes as the guys explore their own and argue about them.
- E44 Pet StoriesMar 14, 2022 · 65 min
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The guys reminisce about hilarious and chaotic pet-related memories.
- E45 Disappointing Our ParentsMar 21, 2022 · 61 min
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Quitting jobs, sneaking porn, having a run-in with the police, today the guys chat about times they upset their parents.
Cast & crew
Created by Mark Fischbach, Robert Muyskens, Wade Barnes
Mark Fischbach
Robert Muyskens
Wade Barnes
