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Smash Boom Best: A funny, smart debate show for kids and family

Smash Boom Best: A funny, smart debate show for kids and family

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Nail Polish vs. Sunglasses

Put on your finest frills because today’s debate is an accessory argument for the ages. It’s nail polish vs. sunglasses! Forever Ago producer Nico Gonzalez Wisler fights tooth and nail polish for magnificent manicures, while Articles of Interest producer and host Avery Trufelman reps ray-reflecting sunglasses. Which team will take the crown? Don your most exceptional eyewear, check your nails, and head over to smashboom.org and vote for the team YOU think won!Also… do you have your Smarty Pass yet?? Get yours today for just $4/month (or $36/year) and get bonus episodes every month, and ad-free versions of every episode of Brains On, Smash Boom Best, Moment of Um, and Forever Ago. Visit www.smartypass.org to get your Smarty Pass today!As an added bonus, your Smarty Pass will grant you access to a super special debate starring Sanden and Molly! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 23, 202333 min

Scuba Diving vs. Skydiving

Ready to take a whirling, twirling plunge into the unknown? Then this splashy smackdown is for you. It’s scuba diving vs. skydiving! Comedy writer and lego master model builder Sam Suskiri dukes it out with writer and co-host of the podcast Million Bazillion Ryan Perez in this diving debate. Which awesome activity will win? Jump over to smashboom.org and vote for the team YOU think won!Also… do you have your Smarty Pass yet?? Get yours today for just $4/month (or $36/year) and get bonus episodes every month, and ad-free versions of every episode of Brains On, Smash Boom Best, Moment of Um, and Forever Ago. Visit www.smartypass.org to get your Smarty Pass today!As an added bonus, your Smarty Pass will grant you access to a super special debate starring Sanden and Molly! Vote for the debate you want Molly and Sanden to tackle here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 16, 202332 min

Sneezing vs. Farting

Today’s debate is a nightmare for the polite and uptight, starring trumpeting rumps and shouting snouts! Open a window and grab your hankie because it's sneezing versus farting! Actor, educator and sneeze queen Siri Hellerman goes up against comedian, health care worker and fart captain Brant Miller in this gaseous gameshow. Which bodily broadcast will win? Hoot and toot over to smashboom.org and vote for the team YOU think won!Also… do you have your Smarty Pass yet?? Get yours today for just $4/month (or $36/year) and get bonus episodes every month, and ad-free versions of every episode of Brains On, Smash Boom Best, Moment of Um, and Forever Ago. Visit www.smartypass.org to get your Smarty Pass today!As an added bonus, your Smarty Pass will grant you access to a super special debate starring Sanden and Molly! Vote for the debate you want Molly and Sanden to tackle here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 9, 202336 min

Death Valley vs. Mount Fuji

Ain't no mountain high enough, ain’t no valley low enough to keep us from smash boom besting. It’s Death Valley vs. Mount Fuji! Journalist and podcast host Gloria Riviera defends sizzling Death Valley, while editor and podcast host Mary Harris fights for massive Mount Fuji. Which legendary landscape will take the win? Hike on over to smashboom.org and vote for the team YOU think won!Also… do you have your Smarty Pass yet?? Get yours today for just $4/month (or $36/year) and get bonus episodes every month, and ad-free versions of every episode of Brains On, Smash Boom Best, Moment of Um, and Forever Ago. Visit www.smartypass.org to get your Smarty Pass today!As an added bonus, your Smarty Pass will grant you access to a super special debate starring Sanden and Molly! Vote for the debate you want Molly and Sanden to tackle here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 2, 202330 min

Mustard vs. Mayo

The queens of condiments go jar to jar in today’s yummy rumble. Give it up for mayo vs. mustard! In one corner, we’ve got comedian, actor and host of Forever Ago Joy Dolo defending mustard! In the other, it’s comedian, actor and writer Becky Abrams muscling it up for team mayo! Which sandwich sidekick will take home first prize? There’s no telling. Spread your way over to smashboom.org and vote for the team YOU think won!Also… do you have your Smarty Pass yet?? Get yours today for just $4/month (or $36/year) and get bonus episodes every month, and ad-free versions of every episode of Brains On, Smash Boom Best, Moment of Um, and Forever Ago. Visit www.smartypass.org to get your Smarty Pass today!As an added bonus, your Smarty Pass will grant you access to a super special debate starring Sanden and Molly! Vote for the debate you want Molly and Sanden to tackle here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 26, 202333 min

Black Holes vs. Meteors

Grab your telescopes, cuz you’re in for a celestial smackdown. It’s black holes vs. meteors! Comedian and writer Max Maliga goes to bat for black holes against improvisor, writer and meteor maven Anupa Otiv.Which cosmic celebrity will take home the crown? Massive black holes, or magical meteors? Shoot over to smashboom.org to vote for the team YOU think won!Also… do you have your Smarty Pass yet?? Get yours today for just $4/month (or $36/year) and get bonus episodes every month, and ad-free versions of every episode of Brains On, Smash Boom Best, Moment of Um, and Forever Ago. Visit www.smartypass.org to get your Smarty Pass today!As an added bonus, your Smarty Pass will grant you access to a super special debate starring Sanden and Molly! Vote for the debate you want Molly and Sanden to tackle here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 19, 202333 min

Axolotls vs. Flamingos

Today’s ani-melee features an amphibian with frilly gills and a pink bird with a bent bill. It’s axolotls vs. flamingos! Comedian, puppeteer and podcaster Tim Platt champions axolotls in a wild face-off with writer, comedian and flamingo fan Katie McVay. Which side will take home first prize? Fabulous flamingos or awe-inspiring axolotls? Splash over to smashboom.org to vote for the team YOU think won!Also… do you have your Smarty Pass yet?? Get yours today for just $4/month (or $36/year) and get bonus episodes every month, and ad-free versions of every episode of Brains On, Smash Boom Best, Moment of Um, and Forever Ago. Visit www.smartypass.org to get your Smarty Pass today!As an added bonus, your Smarty Pass will grant you access to a super special debate starring Sanden and Molly! Vote for the debate you want Molly and Sanden to tackle here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 12, 202335 min

Birthday Parties vs. Trick-or-Treating

Today’s debate is a face-off between yearly sensations that rock the nation. Both involve candy and cake for eating, so grab your costumes and birthday suits for… birthday parties vs. trick-or-treating! Editor, reporter, writer and birthday enthusiast Jed Kim goes up against podcaster, improviser and trick-or-treating fiend Michael Stevens in this celebratory smackdown. Which pastime will win? Breathtaking birthdays? Or tasty trick-or-treating? Slip on a costume and strut over to smashboom.org to vote for the team YOU think won!Also… do you have your Smarty Pass yet?? Get yours today for just $4/month (or $36/year) and get bonus episodes every month, and ad-free versions of every episode of Brains On, Smash Boom Best, Moment of Um, and Forever Ago. Visit www.smartypass.org to get your Smarty Pass today!As an added bonus, your Smarty Pass will grant you access to a super special debate starring Sanden and Molly! Vote for the debate you want Molly and Sanden to tackle here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 5, 202334 min

Dogs vs. Cats

Check out another one of our classics: dogs vs. cats! Which furry friends are you most fond of? Playful pups or frisky felines? Listen to find out which team comes out on top!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 22, 202224 min

Books vs. Movies

Listen to one of our first smash boom best debates ever: books vs. movies! Who are you rooting for? The printed word or the silver screen? Listen to bibliophiles and film buffs duke it out in this awesome smash boom battle!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 8, 202232 min

We're back on January 5th!

Smash Boom Best is back on Thursday, January 5th with 16 new episodes of chatty, fact-y fun! You’re in for some massive new matchups like Birthday Parties vs. Trick-or-Treating, Spiderman vs. Batman, and Mayo vs. Mustard! Who do YOU think will win? Listen and judge for yourself. You’ll hear veteran debaters like Jed Kim and Joy Dolo duke it out with newbies like Ryan Perez and Avery Trufelman. We’re so excited, debate-heads. Until then, keep on being the smash boom best!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 3, 20221 min

Introducing Smarty Pass: Your ticket to the Brains On! Universe

Become a Smarty Pass subscriber today to access bonus episodes and ad-free episodes of Brains On!, Smash Boom Best, Moment of Um, and Forever Ago -- all right here in your favorite podcast player.Visit smartypass.org/smashboombest to get your Smarty Pass! It's $4/month or $36/year (a three-month discount!)Don't worry: This feed will stay free and we’ll be posting new episodes just like we always have.Whether you choose to subscribe, or keep listening in our free feeds, we so appreciate you listening to our shows and being a part of the Brains On universe.Thank you so much for your support!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 28, 20224 min

Kangaroos vs. Platypuses

You’re in for some bouncy, duck-billed fun from “down undah!” It’s kangaroos vs. platypuses! Comedian and writer Allison Reese reps kangaroos in a beastly brawl with platypus-fan and Brains On! co-creator Sanden Totten. Which creature will come out on top? Paddling platypuses? Or kickin’ kangas? Hop over to smashboom.org and vote for the team YOU think won!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 29, 202233 min

Goldilocks vs. Little Red Riding Hood

Today’s debate is not too hot, not too cold, but just right! It’s Goldilocks vs. Little Red Riding Hood! Audio producer extraordinaire Tracy Mumford goes for gold in this fairytale face-off with writer, comedian and cape enthusiast Utkarsh Rajawat! Which character will take the crown? The one with lovely locks? Or the one with the crimson cloak? Wander your way over to smashboom.org and vote for the team YOU think won!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 22, 202231 min

Peanut Butter vs. Marshmallows

Today’s debate is fluffy, crunchy, and extra delicious. It’s peanut butter vs. marshmallows! Writer and producer Jeff Nucera champions the power of creamy, dreamy peanut butter in this salty smackdown with writer and marshmallow lover Tea Ho! Which snack will succeed? The crunchy spread that packs a punch? Or the plump white puffs we love to roast? Chomp your way over smashboom.org and vote for the team YOU think won!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 15, 202231 min

Chefs vs. Veterinarians

Kitchen wizards and kitten whisperers take the stage in today’s career-off. It’s chefs versus veterinarians! Comedy writer and LEGO Master Model Builder, Sam Suksiri, defends chefs in a sizzling smackdown against comic, writer, and animal lover, Kasha Patel. Which profession will triumph? Chop and hop over to smashboom.org and vote for the team YOU think won!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 8, 202234 min

Roller Skating vs. Bowling

Looking for a rolling, bowling ballyhoo? Tune in for roller skating vs. bowling! Writer, actress, and roller skating maven Ashley Jaye dukes it out with actor, comedian, writer, director, and bowling fan Max Maliga in one slippery smackdown! Which team will win? Baller bowling, or radical roller skating? Glide over to smashboom.org and vote for the team YOU think won.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 1, 202232 min

Redwood Tree vs. Prickly Pear Cactus

Today’s debate is all about roarin’ flora. It’s redwood tree vs. prickly pear cactus! Tobin Mitnick – actor, writer, and creator of internet phenomenon jewslovestrees – rages for redwoods against comedian, writer, and actress Becky Abrams, who makes some pointed arguments in favor of prickly pears! Which photosynthesizer will take it all? Radical redwoods or persuasive pricklies? Stroll over to smashboom.org and vote for the team YOU think won.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 25, 202234 min

Opossums vs. Raccoons

Today’s debate is quite the creature feature. It’s opossums vs. raccoons! Theater teacher, improv sensation and marsupial maven Roy Rodriguez dukes it out with super producer and raccoon-lover Rosie duPont in this nocturnal neighborhood scuffle. Which critter will take the crown? Awesome opossums, or ravishing raccoons?! Scamper over to smashboom.org and vote to tell us who YOU think won.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 18, 202235 min

Sundaes vs. Nachos

Looking to spice up your life with a dreamy, creamy debate? Then we’ve got you covered… with nachos vs. sundaes! Writer, comedian, and nacho lover Linnea Frye gets salty with comedian, writer, and sundae queen Nikki Bailey in this tasty tussle! Which treat will take it all?! Sublime sundaes, or noshable nachos!? Crunch your way over to smashboom.org and vote to tell us who YOU think won!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 11, 202229 min

Sneakers vs. Jeans

Two stylish essentials go knee to toe in this week’s fashionable face-off. It’s sneakers vs. jeans! Writer, actor, and attorney Chas Carey defends super cool jeans from sneaker freak, journalist, and radio producer Daniel Alarcón. Which awesome item will win?! Dynamite denim or sole-ful sneakers? Strut over to smashboom.org and vote to tell us who YOU think won!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 4, 202230 min

Roller Coasters vs. Mini Golf

Strap in, because today’s debate is a wild ride full of ups and downs. It’s roller coasters vs. mini-golf! Producer Anna Weggel gets loopy with comedian and writer Sunny Atwal in this debate of amusement activities. Which past-time will prevail? Rocking roller coasters or masterful mini-golf? Zip over to smashboom.org and vote to tell us who YOU think won!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 28, 202234 min

Lollipops vs. Popcorn

Get ready, cuz you’re in for a poppin’ good time. It’s lollipops vs. popcorn! Producer and writer Aron Woldesslassie gets corny with comedian Katie McVay in this sweet and savory debate. Which snack will succeed? Crunchable popcorn or lickable lollies? Snack your way over to smashboom.org and vote to tell us who YOU think won!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 21, 202228 min

Hummingbirds vs. Seahorses

Two little critters take the spotlight today. It’s hummingbirds vs. seahorses! Reporter Jill Replogle gets into a squeaky scuffle with comic and writer Brandi Brown in this awesome ani-melee. Which creature will carry the day? Heavenly hummingbirds or salty seahorses? Float over to smashboom.org and vote to tell us who YOU think won.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 14, 202230 min

Naps vs. Exercise

Today’s debate is all about snoozin’ and groovin’. It’s naps vs. exercise! Journalist and author Tom Weber gets into a sleepy scrap with podcast host and voice actress Merk Nguyen in this dynamic (if drowsy) dispute. Which team will triumph? Sleepy siestas or energized exercise?! Sleepwalk (or run!) over to smashboom.org and vote to tell us who YOU think won!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 7, 202228 min

Season 5 Trailer

Smash Boom Best is back on Thursday, July 7th with 13 new episodes!Get ready for some show-stopping smackdowns like Little Red Riding Hood vs. Goldilocks, Lollipops vs. Popcorn, and Exercise vs. Naps!Who do YOU think will win? Tune in on July 7th and judge for yourself. You’ll hear veteran debaters like Merk Nguyen and Daniel Alarcón duke it out with newbies like Tobin Mitnick and Tea Ho!Get pumped smash boom besties! You’re in for some rip-roaring new debates.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 9, 20222 min

Forever Ago: How ice cream flavors went from whale poo to vanilla

Hi Smash Boom Besties! We are hard at work on the new season of Smash Boom Best and we will be back with new debates SOON! But in the meantime we wanted to tell you about our other show Forever Ago - which returns this week for a brand new season! Forever Ago is hosted by Smash Boom Best all star debater - Joy Dolo - who you may remember from Ghosts vs. Zombies, Coral Reefs vs. Rainforests, or Mermaids vs. Bigfoot!On Forever Ago - Joy and the team dig into the surprising and fascinating history of things we think are ordinary but they’re not - like video games, baths, and more. We think you’ll really like it and we have the newest episode to share with you that’s all about Ice Cream Flavors. We’ll be back in your feed soon with the exciting news on the release date for the new season of Smash Boom Best! We’re looking for time capsule submissions to feature on Forever Ago! You can submit yours here: foreverago.org/contactSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 2, 202230 min

Be the judge at our next virtual debate!

If you’re looking for more Smash Boom goodness, join us for our next live, interactive debate on February 26th! Fan favorite debaters Sanden Totten, Joy Dolo, Katie McVay, and Jed Kim will go head-to-head in a wild debate about which animal is the coolest! We don’t want to reveal the animals they’ll be representing just yet, but we can say they’re all animals you’ve suggested we feature on our show. Plus, the debate is interactive, so YOU get to choose the sneak attacks and winners, live!Donate in any amount at smashboom.org/donate to get access to the event, and if you’re unable to attend live, don’t worry! Everyone who donates will get a recording of the show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 17, 20221 min

Basketball vs. Baseball

Today’s debate is a slam dunk and a home run, rolled into one. It’s basketball vs. baseball! Hoopster and master producer Marc Sanchez mounts a full court press on major league podcast host Merk Nguyen… but which sport will win? B-ball or that old ball game? Sprint over to smashboom.org and vote for the team YOU think won!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 3, 202232 min

Ghosts vs. Zombies

Today’s frightful free-for-all might just scare your pants off. It’s GHOSTS vs. ZOMBIES! Co-host of the Story Pirates podcast, Peter McNerney battles comedian and host of Forever Ago, Joy Dolo in this un-boo-lievable battle. Who will win? Ghoulish ghosts? Or zealous zombies? Lurch over to smashboom.org and vote for the spooky creature YOU think won!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 27, 202235 min

How does pencil lead stick to paper? - A Moment of Um extra

We know a lot of you debate heads like to take notes and keep score while you're listening to Smash Boom Best, BUT have you ever stopped to think how the pencil lead your’re using sticks to the paper? Strange concept right? This is just the type of question we like to answer on our newest podcast: Moment of Um. The show comes out every weekday in your favorite podcast app. Subscribe now. If you have a question you think might make for a good Moment of Um episode, send it to us at BrainsOn.org/contact.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 25, 20225 min

Apollo vs. Artemis

Join us on Mount Olympus for a battle between two of the greatest Greek gods. It’s Apollo vs. Artemis! Journalist Jed Kim spars with producer Ruby Guthrie in this divine debate… but which twin will win? Dash over to smashboom.org and vote for the deity YOU think won!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 20, 202236 min

Introducing Moment of Um!

We're super excited for you to hear our newest podcast: Moment of Um!Whether or not you’ve heard of Moment of Um featured in Brains On, you’re in for a treat! The show answers those head-scratcher questions that seem to pop into your head out of nowhere. How do oysters make pearls? Why do your ears pop? Are bananas radioactive? All will be revealed when you listen to Moment of Um.The first three episodes drop January 24th. Follow on your favorite podcast app or YouTube.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 18, 20221 min

Coral Reefs vs. Rainforests

Two iconic ecosystems hurl tree-mendous facts and rock-hard arguments in today’s colorful debate. It’s coral reefs versus rainforests! Comedian and host of Forever Ago, Joy Dolo, takes salty swings at science writer and comedian Kasha Patel in this rip-roaring battle… but which realm will rain supreme? Snorkel over to smashboom.org and vote for the ecosystem YOU think won!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 13, 202234 min

Apples vs. Bananas

Today’s fruity free-for-all is apple-solutely bananas! In one corner, we’ve got those crunchy, portable treats -- apples! And in the other, it’s those yellow fruits in a suit -- bananas! Comedian Tommy McNamara spars with comedian and writer Saurin Choksi in this tasty face-off... but which fruit will peel their way to victory? There’s no telling with this bunch! Crunch and munch your way over to smashboom.org and vote for the fruit YOU think won!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 6, 202232 min

Lego vs. Minecraft

Today, we’ve got a builder’s battle you’re gonna dig. It’s Lego vs. Minecraft! In one corner, we’ve got the Lego-loving YouTuber and contestant on Lego Masters USA Season 1, Boone Langston! In the other, it’s Minecraft influencer and author of the NY-Times best-selling book series Wild Rescuers, Stacy Hinojosa, a.k.a. StacyPlays! Which realm will triumph? The physical kingdom of plastic bricks? Or that digital universe of biomes and blocks? Hop over to smashboom.org and vote for the team YOU think won. You’re in for a breathtaking battle of the bricks!Give a holiday gift in support of Smash Boom Best. When you give, you'll get immediate access to our Halloween Spook-tacular — so you’ll get more Smash Boom Best! Head to smashboom.org/donate and donate today. Thanks!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 16, 202135 min

Godzilla vs. King Kong

We hope you’re ready for today’s ragin’ rivalry, cuz it’s monstrous! In one corner we’ve got that legendary lizard with atomic breath… Godzilla! And in the other, it’s that gargantuan gorilla who scales skyscrapers… King Kong! Radio producer and comedian Aron Woldeslassie tangles with journalist and author Tom Weber in this colossal clash… but which monster will be crowned the smash boom beast?! Stomp over to smashboom.org and vote for the monster YOU think won!Give a holiday gift in support of Smash Boom Best. When you give, you'll get immediate access to our Halloween Spook-tacular — so you’ll get more Smash Boom Best! Head to smashboom.org/donate and donate today. Thanks!This episode was sponsored by Headspace headspace.com/smashSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 9, 202133 min

Jello vs. Spam

We hope you're hungry, cuz today’s debate stars two funny, fantastic foods. It’s Jello vs. Spam! Audio producer Tracy Mumford and American chef and food writer Kenji Lopez-Alt get serious in this squelching smackdown… but which tasty treat will triumph? Jiggly, wiggly Jello, or Spam, that salty ham in a can!? Bounce over to smashboom.org and vote for the food who YOU think won. You’re in for a sweet and salty treat!Give a holiday gift in support of Smash Boom Best. When you give, you'll get immediate access to our Halloween Spook-tacular — so you’ll get more Smash Boom Best! Head to smashboom.org/donate and donate today. Thanks!This episode was sponsored by Wondery’s new podcast, Flip and Mozi’s Guide to How to be an Earthling.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 2, 202133 min

New Episodes & Our Live Virtual Halloween Debate!

Smash Boom Best will be back with eight new episodes starting December 2nd. Get ready for a slew of awesome battles, including one of our most requested debates of all time, Lego vs. Minecraft!In the meantime, join us for our first-ever live virtual Halloween-themed debate on October 23rd. Fan favorite debaters Jed Kim, Katie McVay, Joy Dolo and Sanden Totten will go head to head in a tournament of champions. It's going to be a blast.To watch the debate, all you have to do is give a gift of any amount to Smash Boom Best at smashboom.org/donate. Not only will you be supporting the show, but you'll get to watch this spooktacular showdown. If you can't make it live, a recording of the event will be made available to everyone who donates. Thanks so much for your support!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 7, 20211 min

Pikachu vs. Mario

Buckle up for a brawl between two of the most iconic video game characters of all time. It’s Pikachu vs. Mario!! Radio producer and Pokemon trainer David Zha goes up against podcast pro and Mario maven Kristina Lopez in this electrifying debate. Which character will win? The mighty, mustachioed plumber known for giant jumps? Or the yellow thunder mouse known for packing an electrified punch!? Zip over to smashboom.org and vote to tell us who YOU think won.Support Smash Boom Best with a donation and get automatic access to our live, interactive Halloween themed event in October. Head to smashboom.org/donate and donate today!This episode was sponsored by:Headspace headspace.com/smashSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 23, 202132 min

Chess vs. Ping Pong

Today’s teams are in it to spin it. It’s chess vs. ping pong! Comedian and writer Joon Chung goes up against podcast producer Elyssa Dudley in this classic competition, but which team will smash their way to victory? Ping over to smashboom.org and vote for the team YOU think won -- and get ready for an epic battle, mate!Support Smash Boom Best with a donation and get automatic access to our live, interactive Halloween themed event in October. Head to smashboom.org/donate and donate today!This episode was sponsored by:Headspace headspace.com/smashSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 16, 202136 min

Horses vs. Dolphins

Saddle-up, because today’s debate is the dolphinition of awesome. It’s horses vs. dolphins! Terrible, Thanks for Asking producers Marcel Malekebu and Jeyca Maldonado-Medina go hoof to flipper in this fin-pressive debate... but which team will win? Handsome horses or dreamy dolphins? Splash over to smashboom.org and vote for the team YOU think won!Support Smash Boom Best with a donation and get automatic access to our live, interactive Halloween themed event in October. Head to smashboom.org/donate and donate today!This episode was sponsored by:Imagine Neighborhood (imagineneighborhood.org/smashboom)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 8, 202132 min

Refrigerators vs. Toilets

Today, we’ve got a brawl between two things we’d hate to live without. It’s refrigerators vs. toilets! Terrible, Thanks for Asking creator Nora McInerny and reporter Jill Replogle duke it out in this feisty fixture face-off. But which team will claim the throne? Stone cold fridges? Or savvy lavvies? Shimmy over to smashboom.org, and vote for the team that YOU think won!Support Smash Boom Best with a donation and get automatic access to our live, interactive Halloween themed event in October. Head to smashboom.org/donate and donate today!This episode was sponsored by:Imagine Neighborhood (imagineneighborhood.org/smashboom)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 2, 202136 min

Spaceships vs. Submarines

Pack your bags, cuz today’s episode is a trip. It’s spaceships vs. submarines! Too Beautiful to Live co-host Andrew Walsh and comedian Brandi Brown travel from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of outer space in this daring debate -- but which travel-craft will triumph? Vote for the vessel YOU think won at smashboom.org!Support Smash Boom Best with a donation and get automatic access to our live, interactive Halloween themed event in October. Head to smashboom.org/donate and donate today!This episode was sponsored by:Stitch Fix Kids (stitchfix.com/smash)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 26, 202136 min

Honey vs. Pickles

Two iconic foods go jar-to-jar in today’s fearsome flavor feud. It’s honey vs. pickles! Million Bazillion host Jed Kim goes up against comedian and journalist Anna Weggel in this sweet and salty showdown. Which team dill prevail? Vote to tell us who YOU think won at smashboom.org!Plus, we’ve got a special State of Debate segment this week, featuring actors Greg Cipes and Tara Strong, the voices behind Beast Boy and Raven on Teen Titans Go!, available on Cartoon Network. Which character do you think is cooler, Beast Boy or Raven? Support Smash Boom Best with a donation and get automatic access to our live, interactive Halloween themed event in October. Head to smashboom.org/donate and donate today!This episode was sponsored by:Bobby Wonder Podcast (gokidgo.com)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 19, 202134 min

Bikes vs. Skateboards

Get ready to kickflip out -- cuz this debate is off the chain. It’s bikes vs. skateboards! Listen to radio journalist Daniel Alarcón and Brains On! star Sanden Totten drop some gear-grinding arguments and gnarly facts... then cruise over to smashboom.org to vote for the team YOU think won. You’re in for a wheelie awesome debate!Support Smash Boom Best with a donation and get automatic access to our live, interactive Halloween themed event in October. Head to smashboom.org/donate and donate today!This episode was sponsored by:Headspace (headspace.com/smash)Stitch Fix (stitchfix.com/smash)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 12, 202135 min

Fairies vs. Giants

We’re stomping into season four with a debate of mythic proportions. One team is the size of a green bean, while the other towers over the whole magic beanstalk. It’s fairies vs. giants! Journalist Tarkor Zehn and comedian Katie McVay serve up some fee-fi-fo-fabulous arguments in this one... but which fabled figure will triumph? Vote to tell us who YOU think won at smashboom.org -- and get ready for some fairy GIANT laughs!Support Smash Boom Best with a donation and get automatic access to our live, interactive Halloween themed event in October. Head to smashboom.org/donate and donate today!This episode was sponsored by:Stitch Fix Kids (stitchfix.com/smash)Bobby Wonder Podcast (gokidgo.com)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 5, 202135 min

Season 4 Trailer

This August 5th, Smash Boom Best is back! We’re staging some very controversial debates this season, including Skateboards vs. Bikes, Godzilla vs. King Kong, Horses vs. Dolphins, and Minecraft vs. Lego!We’re also planning a live, virtual, Halloween-themed debate this October. It’s going to have sneak attacks... costumes... and interactive voting, so YOU’LL get to be the judge! We’ll be releasing tickets for this spooktacular event in the coming months, so stay tuned. In the meantime, download and listen to all-new smash boom episodes starting Thursday, August 5th!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 22, 20211 min

Return Date & New Merch!

We’re coming back!Smash Boom Best is coming back on August 5th. New merch While you wait for fresh episodes to drop, check out our awesome new merch at smashboom.org/shop. We’ve got t-shirts, phone grips, face masks... everything you need to see your way through to the bright, beautiful days of summer. Follow us on social!And if you haven’t yet, follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter! Thanks again for listening to and supporting our show. We couldn’t do it without you, smash boom besties. Stay tuned!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 29, 20210 min

Want a Bonus Episode?

Meep Meep! Our bonus episode has arrived. That’s right, folks. It’s coyotes vs roadrunners!! In this season’s Debate Club exclusive, Brains On! producer and coyote lover, Marc Sanchez, takes on podcast producer and roadrunner enthusiast, Elyssa Dudley! Want to listen? Join the Debate Club at smashboom.org/debateclub by making a donation of any amount, and we’ll send you the episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 26, 20211 min