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Nihilist Podcast NetworkThis Week In Nihilism Special Message (Week of Dec. 25, 2017)This is a special message following This Week In Nihilism from the week of December 25, 2017.
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This Week in Nihilism is a production of the Nihilist Podcast Network. Find and follow the Nihilist Podcast Network on Facebook, on Twitter @NihilistPodcast, or...
2018-01-0300 min
Nihilist Podcast NetworkThis Week In Nihilism (Dec. 25, 2017)This Week In Nihilism: your source for none of the news that matters.
This week, our team covers the end of the "war on Christmas" in the landmass arbitrarily known as the United States, the ongoing investigation into the alleged interference in the 2016 U.S. presidential election, and as always, nihilism in popular culture, the weather, and the Nietzsche quote of the week.
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2017-12-2807 min
Nihilist Podcast NetworkA Nihilist Family Christmas Radio Drama (Encore Presentation)It's an encore presentation of A Nihilist Family Christmas special, now a yearly tradition on the Nihilist Podcast Network.
Nestled beneath the outline of snow-capped mountains sits the all-American town of Lutzen. The honest folk there are going about their business, getting in their cars and driving home, having fully exchanged their short day for money paper. The children, having finished assembling their rotund snowpeople, disperse and return to their quaint suburban homes. It’s a good town, if such a thing is possible.
And at the end of Shaw St, halfway around the cul-de-sac, li...
2017-12-2131 min
Nihilist Podcast NetworkThe Sisyphist (Ep. 5x2, Bill Kracke encore)The Greek chorus of Sisyphus fan fiction writers chimes in again with an episode written and read by Bill Kracke.
As always, this episode of The Sisyphist includes a description of one day in the life of Sisyphus, a man doomed for eternity to push a boulder up a mountain all day, and chase it down the mountain all night.
The chorus asks that you rate this podcast a multitude of stars and review it kindly.
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2017-12-1410 min
Nihilist Podcast NetworkThis Week In Nihilism Year-End Corrections 2017This Week In Nihilism issues corrections on past programs, including the Nihilist Research Council's assessments of #peaknihilism, and the Nihilist Health Minute.
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2017-12-0706 min
Nihilist Podcast NetworkWhat's the Meaning of This? (¯\_(ツ)_/¯)"What's the Meaning of This?" is a show about the nonsense meaning behind everything that exists. This week's expert is here to talk about ¯_(ツ)_/¯.
Expert: RaeAnne LaBelle, a pseudonym
Host: Geoff Mattheis
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2017-11-3006 min
Nihilist Podcast NetworkNihilist ASMR (Thanksgiving)This week in its Thanksgiving-themed episode, Nihilist ASMR host Serenity Brixwater brings a holiday series of 10 sounds designed to meaninglessly stimulate your brain cells.
Sounds included in this episode:
Weekly purr: Charlie
Leaves
Holiday traffic
Axe
Kitchen disaster
Awkward family dinner conversations
Whipped cream
Women cleaning up after Thanksgiving dinner while men do nothing but watch football
Napping with the football game on
Black Friday fight
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2017-11-2306 min
Nihilist Podcast NetworkThis Week In Nihilism (Oct. 23, 2017)This Week In Nihilism: your source for none of the news that matters.
This week, our team covers the fact that Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands are a part of the landmass arbitrarily known as the United States, as well as the U.S. price increase for admission to national parks, and as always, nihilism in popular culture, the weather, and the Nietzsche quote of the week.
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2017-10-2606 min
Nihilist Podcast NetworkA Nihilist Family Summer Vacation Radio DramaIt's a Nihilist Family Summer Vacation special!
Floating in the endless void of blackness, there sits a tiny point of light. And in that warmth, the tiny little life on a tiny speck of sand flourishes. Vegetation opens its leaves, insects emerge from their dormancy, and the humans, in turn, also emerge from their own insulated cocoons.
During this annual emergence, some humans will embark on a trip away from their regular homes, to a different, temporary home in a new location. This respite from reality is often a time for both fun activities, and...
2017-09-2138 min
Nihilist Podcast NetworkNihilist Family Summer Vacation TrailerIn a world...where one family...dares to go on vacation...
Join the Nihilist Family on Thursday, September 21st, 2017, or any day after that, for a summer vacation radio drama, wherever podcasts are found.
A Nihilist Family Summer Vacation is presented for your enjoyment by Cookie Pie Cakes.
The Dorky Teen was played by Patrick Habersang
Jimothy Jr. was played by Alicia Watkins
Reese was played by Emily Petersen
Jimothy Sr. was played by Drew Brathwaite
And Martha was played by Chion Wolf
Script by Paul Obarowski...
2017-09-1902 min
Nihilist Podcast NetworkThis Week In Nihilism (Aug. 14, 2017)This Week In Nihilism: your source for none of the news that matters.
This week, our team covers the anti-humanitarian efforts of neo-Nazis in the landmass arbitrarily known as the United States, as well as the U.S. president's non-condemnation of Naziism, and as always, nihilism in popular culture, the weather, and the Nietzsche quote of the week.
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2017-08-1706 min
Nihilist Podcast NetworkLet's Wine About It (Ep. 60)This week on Let's Wine About It, host Claudio Bellington discusses what makes temperanillos so red.
This episode was sponsored by Grandel Hammerstein representing Greg's Great Grapes, sponsored by Peter Pettering's Paper Products, sponsored by The Advyss endorsing Murphy's Mattresses, sponsored by Rocks.
Tune in next week for a review of Sauvingnon Blancs and information on how they keep a sheep's wool glossy, lush, and clean.
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2017-08-1008 min
Nihilist Podcast NetworkThis Week In Nihilism Special Report (SiphCon 2017)This Week In Nihilism: your source for all of the news from SiphCon 2017.
In this special edition of This Week In Nihilism, our team covers the highs and lows of the Sisyphist Convention 2017, including the Sisimulator, the unprecedented tension between purist and innovator factions of Sisyphus fan fiction writers, and a surprise appearance by a attendee who requires no introduction.
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2017-08-0312 min
Nihilist Podcast NetworkWhat's the Meaning of This? (Linguistics)"What's the Meaning of This?" is a show about the nonsense meaning behind everything that exists. This week's expert is here to talk about language, and also candy.
Linguistics expert: Leanne Butler
Host: Geoff Mattheis
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"What's the Meaning of This?" is a production of...
2017-07-2709 min
Nihilist Podcast NetworkNihilist ASMR (Ep. 50)This week in its 50th episode, Nihilist ASMR host Serenity Brixwater brings an extra-special series of 10 sounds designed to meaninglessly stimulate your brain cells.
Sounds included in this episode:
Candy wrappers
Rice pouring
Carrot chopping
Door shutting
Weekly Purr: Weirdo McFeardo
Childless Playground
Thunderstorm (with rain)
Jet engine
Black Hole
Nothing
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2017-07-1330 min
Nihilist Podcast NetworkThis Week In Nihilism (June 12, 2017)This Week In Nihilism: your source for none of the news that matters.
This week, our team covers the anti-humanitarian efforts of the United States government, an update on the official rating of "peak nihilism," and as always, nihilism in popular culture, the weather, and the Nietzsche quote of the week.
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2017-06-1505 min
Nihilist Podcast NetworkThis Week In Nihilism (April 17, 2017)This Week In Nihilism: your source for none of the news that matters.
This week, our team covers protests in Turkey and Venezuela, some of the lies told by the President of the United States, the official rating of "peak nihilism," and as always, nihilism in popular culture, the weather, and the Nietzsche quote of the week.
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2017-04-2006 min
Nihilist Podcast NetworkNPN #Trypod-o-rama: Listen to These PodcastsIn this special episode, Nihilist Podcast Network show hosts come together to join the #trypod campaign that ended several weeks ago, in order to recommend additional podcasts for your waking hours that conform to the high nihilist standard you have come to expect from NPN. Listen to these additional podcasts when you have exhausted the shows made freely available to you on Nihilist Podcast Network; rate and review them kindly when you do.
Podcasts recommended by NPN hosts:
The Edmontonian, with Cal Thomas
The Dirt Nap podcast, with Chris and Henny
Martinis and the...
2017-04-1308 min
Nihilist Podcast NetworkThe Sisyphist (Ep. 2x2, Paul Obarowski/Felipe Salas-Ogilvie)The Greek chorus of Sisyphus fan fiction writers chimes in again with the episode written by Paul Obarowski and read by Felipe Salas-Ogilvie.
As always, this episode of The Sisyphist includes a description of one day in the life of Sisyphus, a man doomed for eternity to push a boulder up a mountain all day, and chase it down the mountain all night.
The chorus asks that you rate this podcast a multitude of stars and review it kindly.
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2017-04-0607 min
Nihilist Podcast NetworkWhat's the Meaning of This? (Education)"What's the Meaning of This?" is a show about the nonsense meaning behind everything that exists. This week's expert is here to talk about teaching and the future of education.
Teacher: Ellen Risdol or Nancy Reagan
Host: Geoff Mattheis
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"What's the Meaning of This?"...
2017-03-301h 01
Nihilist Podcast NetworkThe Reckoning Radio Hour (Amelia Earhart, Trouble's Afoot)This episode of The Reckoning Radio Hour features an interview with Amelia Earhart, discussing her achievements in flying while she was still above ground. Hades also starts the show with an informational song detailing what deads will not find when they've been laid to rest.
This week's musical guest is Trouble's Afoot, playing their song "Tom Dead," available for the living on bandcamp and with a music video on Youtube.
This episode is sponsored on the underworld side by the Meet Your Gods Meet & Greet.
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2017-03-2322 min
Nihilist Podcast NetworkThe Sisyphist (Ep. 9, Chris Revel)The Greek chorus of Sisyphus fan fiction writers chimes in with an episode written and read by Chris Revel
In this episode of The Sisyphist, Sisyphus gets a day off from pushing the rock, only to find himself assigned to another sisyphean task.
As always, this episode of The Sisyphist includes a description of one day in the life of Sisyphus, a man doomed for eternity to push a boulder up a mountain all day, and chase it down the mountain all night.
The chorus asks that you rate this podcast a multitude of...
2017-03-1610 min
Nihilist Podcast NetworkThis One Time (Ep. 3)"This One Time..." is a show of stories that, like our lives, have no purpose -- but DO have an end.
This is episode 3 from Bill Baxter, who muses on the subject of death.
(If you have children with you and you would like them to remain illusioned about death for now, you may not want to have them listen to this episode. Similarly, if you are feeling depressed, you may want to sit this one out. Or listen to it multiple times if it makes you feel better. It's up to you.)
The Nihilist...
2017-03-0209 min
Nihilist Podcast NetworkThe Sisyphist (Ep. 8, Paul Obarowski)The Greek chorus of Sisyphus fan fiction writers chimes in with an episode written and read by Paul Obarowski.
This futuristic Sisyphist takes us into the expanses of outer space, and the cramped interiors of the machines that allow humans to live there.
As always, this episode of The Sisyphist includes a description of one day in the life of Sisyphus, a man doomed for eternity to push a boulder up a mountain all day, and chase it down the mountain all night.
The chorus asks that you rate this podcast a multitude...
2017-02-2343 min
Nihilist Podcast NetworkThis Week In Nihilism (Feb. 13, 2017)This Week In Nihilism: your source for none of the news that matters.
This week, our team covers the inauguration of the 45th U.S. president, the newly appointed cabinet members and heads of departments, and the oldly elected Congress, and as always, nihilism in popular culture, the weather, and the Nietzsche quote of the week.
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2017-02-1604 min
Nihilist Podcast NetworkThis Week In Nihilism (Dec. 26, 2016)This Week In Nihilism: your source for none of the news that matters.
This week, our team covers the outcome of the U.S. presidential election, "holiday season" events, and as always, nihilism in popular culture, the weather, and the Nietzsche quote of the week.
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2016-12-291h 13
Nihilist Podcast NetworkA Nihilist Family Christmas Radio DramaIt's a Nihilist Family Christmas special!
Nestled beneath the outline of snow-capped mountains sits the all-American town of Lutzen. The honest folk there are going about their business, getting in their cars and driving home, having fully exchanged their short day for money paper. The children, having finished assembling their rotund snowpeople, disperse and return to their quaint suburban homes. It’s a good town, if such a thing is possible.
And at the end of Shaw St, halfway around the cul-de-sac, lives our own Nihilist Family.
Discover the true meaning of Christmas al...
2016-12-2231 min
Nihilist Podcast NetworkThe Sisyphist (Ep. 7, Steinway)The Greek chorus of Sisyphus fan fiction writers chimes in with an episode pianoed by Paul Obarowski.
As always, this episode of The Sisyphist includes a description of one day in the life of Sisyphus, a man doomed for eternity to push a boulder up a mountain all day, and chase it down the mountain all night.
The chorus asks that you rate this podcast a multitude of stars and review it kindly.
The Sisyphist is a production of the Nihilist Podcast Network. Find and follow the Nihilist Podcast Network on Facebook, on...
2016-12-1508 min
Nihilist Podcast NetworkAt Home With Nothing, the Nihilist Gardener's Podcast (Cynthia Friend)Welcome to Cynthia Friend's stunning hellscape of a yard, explored as always by "At Home With Nothing" host Jon Hobart. Find out how to get the same results on your property by reading Friend's recently released book "The Surrender Garden: For Dust We Are and To Dust We Shall Return," now available in hardcover, paperback and audiobook editions!
NPN asks that you rate this podcast as many stars as possible, and review it kindly, knowing that both stars and kind words are free to you and in infinite supply. (Nothingness and harsh words are also free to...
2016-12-0806 min
Nihilist Podcast NetworkThe Reckoning Radio Hour (Jonathan Edwards)This episode of The Reckoning Radio Hour features an interview with Jonathan Edwards, who's on the show to talk with Hades, our host, discussing his most famous sermon from the brief, fleeting time he was alive, called "Sinners In the Hands of an Angry God."
This week's musical guests are The Dirt Naps, performing their song "Wars to be Won."
This episode is sponsored on the underworld side by the Underworld Committee for Groups.
A word from NPN on this program: The Reckoning Radio Hour was discovered by NPN staff one day, when, after...
2016-12-0117 min
Nihilist Podcast NetworkNPN Pledge Drive-O-Rama: Spend Your Cares Away, with 30 Minutes of Quiet WeepingIf you would like us to stop wasting your time with pledge drives, pay us to stop, please.
Our pledge drive interrupts a riveting live performance of 30 Minutes of Quiet Weeping by Jean-Paul Beaumont.
Hosts requesting your money:
Bill Baxter, "This One Time."
Darlene Dobbs, "The Advyss."
Grandel Hammerstein, "What's the Meaning of This?"
Mary Mattheis
Rachel the head producer
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2016-11-2415 min
Nihilist Podcast NetworkThe Sisyphist (Ep. 6, Mary Mattheis)The Greek chorus of Sisyphus fan fiction writers chimes in with an episode led by Mary Mattheis.
As always, this episode of The Sisyphist includes a description of one day in the life of Sisyphus, a man doomed for eternity to push a boulder up a mountain all day, and chase it down the mountain all night.
The chorus asks that you rate this podcast a multitude of stars and review it kindly.
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2016-11-1706 min
Nihilist Podcast NetworkWhat's the Meaning of This? (Art)"What's the Meaning of This?" is a show about the nonsense meaning behind everything that exists. This week's expert is here to talk about art.
Artist: Clare Obarowski
Host: Geoff Mattheis
NPN asks that you rate this podcast as many stars as there are artworks in the world, and review it knowing that the words you spend doing so probably aren't truly communicating with others, anyway -- so you might as well use them all up on NPN.
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2016-11-1007 min
Nihilist Podcast NetworkThe Sisyphist (Ep. 5, Bill Kracke)The Greek chorus of Sisyphus fan fiction writers chimes in with an episode written and read by Bill Kracke.
As always, this episode of The Sisyphist includes a description of one day in the life of Sisyphus, a man doomed for eternity to push a boulder up a mountain all day, and chase it down the mountain all night.
The chorus asks that you rate this podcast a multitude of stars and review it kindly.
The Sisyphist is a production of the Nihilist Podcast Network. Find and follow the Nihilist Podcast Network on...
2016-10-2010 min
Nihilist Podcast NetworkThis Week In Nihilism (Oct. 10, 2016)This Week In Nihilism: your source for none of the news that matters.
This week, our team covers "the word on the street" about the U.S. presidential race, and as always, nihilism in popular culture, as well as the weather and the Nietzsche quote of the week.
NPN asks that you rate this podcast as many stars as possible, and review it kindly, knowing that both stars and kind words are free to you and in infinite supply. (Nothingness and harsh words are also free to you and in infinite supply; however, NPN producers...
2016-10-1304 min
Nihilist Podcast NetworkSleep Meditation for Nihilists: Floating Through the Endless VoidFloating Through the Endless Void: A Guided Sleep Meditation for Nihilists
Use this sleep meditation to help yourself fall asleep while pondering the essential meaninglessness of the universe. Comfort yourself with the knowledge that your worries can do nothing to stave off your inevitable doom.
Read by Sarah Harmer
Written by Alicia Watkins
Music and production by Paul Obarowski
NPN asks that you rate this podcast as many stars as possible, and review it kindly, knowing that both stars and kind words are free to you and in infinite supply. (Nothingness...
2016-09-2205 min
Nihilist Podcast NetworkThe Sisyphist (Ep. 4, Phil Burgess)The Greek chorus of Sisyphus fan fiction writers chimes in with a special between-seasons anthology edition episode written and read by Phil "The Drill" Burgess.
Typically, an episode of The Sisyphist includes a description of one day in the life of Sisyphus, a man doomed for eternity to push a boulder up a mountain all day, and chase it down the mountain all night. This special edition episode takes a wider view, spanning many days.
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The Sisyphist...
2016-08-0411 min
Nihilist Podcast NetworkThis Week In Nihilism (July 11, 2016)This Week In Nihilism: your source for none of the news that matters.
This week, our team covers the meaningless topics of Brexit and U.S. presidential votes actually mattering, and as always, nihilism in popular culture, as well as the weather and the Nietzsche quote of the week.
NPN asks that you rate this podcast as many stars as possible, and review it kindly, knowing that both stars and kind words are free to you and in infinite supply. (Nothingness and harsh words are also free to you and in infinite supply; however, NPN...
2016-07-1406 min
Nihilist Podcast NetworkThe Sisyphist (Ep. 3, Sarah Harmer)The Greek chorus of Sisyphus fan fiction writers chimes in with an episode written and read by Sarah Harmer.
As always, this episode of The Sisyphist includes a description of one day in the life of Sisyphus, a man doomed for eternity to push a boulder up a mountain all day, and chase it down the mountain all night.
The chorus asks that you rate this podcast a multitude of stars and review it kindly.
The Sisyphist is a production of the Nihilist Podcast Network. Find and follow the Nihilist Podcast Network on...
2016-07-0707 min
Nihilist Podcast NetworkWhat's the Meaning of This? (Business)"What's the Meaning of This?" is a show about the nonsense meaning behind everything that exists. This week's expert is here to talk about business, and how to start your own.
Business owner: Alicia Watkins
Host: Geoff Mattheis
NPN asks that you rate this podcast as many stars as there are meanings for things, and review it knowing that the words you spend doing so probably aren't truly communicating with others, anyway -- so you might as well use them all up on NPN.
"What's the Meaning of This?" is a production...
2016-06-3011 min
Nihilist Podcast NetworkThe Reckoning Radio Hour (Thor)This episode of The Reckoning Radio Hour features an interview with Thor, who's on the show to talk with Hades, our host, about his book "It's Not Hammer Time," hopefully soon to be available in the land of the livings. This week's musical guests are the recently deceased The Judges of the Underworld, performing their hit "Don't You Fear (We All End Up Here)."
This episode is sponsored on the underworld side by the Underworld Staring Off Into a Different Direction Advisory Board.
A word from NPN on this program: The Reckoning Radio Hour was...
2016-06-2317 min
Nihilist Podcast NetworkThe Sisyphist (Ep. 2, Paul Obarowski/Felipe Salas-Ogilvie)The Greek chorus of Sisyphus fan fiction writers chimes in with an episode written by Paul Obarowski and read by Felipe Salas-Ogilvie.
As always, this episode of The Sisyphist includes a description of one day in the life of Sisyphus, a man doomed for eternity to push a boulder up a mountain all day, and chase it down the mountain all night.
The chorus asks that you rate this podcast a multitude of stars and review it kindly.
The Sisyphist is a production of the Nihilist Podcast Network. Find and follow the Nihilist...
2016-06-1607 min