Acid Pop Podcast

Controlling the Weather

It's too hot so this week we see what can be done. Join us as we discuss the perils of bell ringing, the failed attempt to bifurcate America with a line of fire, and how not to sue a wizard for flooding your town. 

Monster Trucks

This week we talk about trucks what squish other trucks. Join us as we discuss the wholesome origins of giant trucks, crime solving trucks, and what happens when monster trucks are let loose after their driver passes out.

Executions

This week we're talking about executions, and why it might be too harsh a punishment for the crime of stealing an apple. Join us as we discuss how to improve your approval rating via executions, killing whole families to find a clerk, and why you should never use synthetic sponges.

Rogue Waves

This week we talk about giant waves what come from nowhere. Join us as we discuss the untrustworthiness of sailors, why boats need black boxes, and how to fill a lighthouse right up to the top.

The Ants

This week we bring you formication as we talk about ants. Join us as we discuss Country long ant colonies, exploding butts, the worst penalty for car theft, and the synesthetic fever dream that is the Schmidt pain index.

Hazing

This week we drink till we're cool! Or dead. Join us as we discuss how to get out of murder charges by simply being rich enough, the worst place to dig a pretend grave, and why the movie Seven is a bad source of rituals.

Friends

Guess what? We aren't dead! Or mortal enemies. At least, not yet. For our triumphant return, we discuss some friends who cannot say the same. Join us as we talk about how to out-paint your enemies, why you shouldn't be friends with your boss, and how far some people will go to defend the honor of their grandfather's pig.

Super Blooper Cut

And so we go out showing you all the times we flubbed, fell, and farted. Thanks for again for joining us. Stay safe out there.

What About Part 6: Our Farewell Episode

It's been fun, but it's time to say goodbye. Join us as we discuss supersonic propeller planes, beaver butt ice cream, heat records, and why we're saying farewell.

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Guns and More Guns

In our second to last episode we're tackling a topic that's been on the to-do list since day 1: Guns. We'll talk about how to increase your risk of being shot, justice minded toddlers, and trigger happy dogs.

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