Nuclear Playground Podcast
By Nuclear Playground
Nuclear Playground PodcastAug 26, 2021
Episode 69 - Ohhhhhhhh Sixty Nine!
Did we even have to say it?
Episode 68 - Detour
Recorded on April 11th, 2023.
Sprout and TJ talk about Anime Detour in Minneapolis, MN and the gang has some fun in the studio.
Episode 67 - Greens Ain't Soup!
Sprout rants about collard greens and we talk about the French protests and the reasons why.
Talking points:
- Monticello waters
- Is it racist?
- Cool uncles
- The McGlizzy & Toast
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Episode 66 - Goose Nemesis
Episode 65 - RIP USB
We mourn the loss of our USB hub.
Talking points:
- Florida
- Harry Potter
- Musicians who make you cry
Episode 64 - Twinsies... but for real
Y'all hear about Drunk Pope?
Talking points:
- Tribalism
- Two Spirits
- Old A** Two Dollar Bills
- Sprout Talks About Oregon
We also have bring back Ternary Trivia and do some music trivia.
**DISCLAIMER**
This episode contains a discussion about suicide. If you or a loved one is at risk, please call 988. If you live in Hennepin County and are having a mental health emergency, contact COPE at 612-596-1223 (If you live outside of Hennepin County, but are in Minnesota: 27-47-47).
Episode 63 - Balloon Fight
The gang tries their hand at some music trivia, we discuss possibly the dumbest alibi used ever, and Jeremy hits us with some conspiracy theories.
Other talking points:
- Chinese spy balloon?
- The Suffering
- Haiti
Episode 62 - And They Don't Stop Coming
We ain't the sharpest tools in the shed.
Talking points:
- Taxes
- Conspiracy Theory
- Trivia
- Car Rides
Episode 61 - I Have No Legs
"Pepper Jack loves Fraggle Rock!"
Talking points this epoisode:
- The Minnesota Vikings
- My COVID-19 looks like me
- Ask Reddit
TJ also quizzes Jeremy and Sprout
Episode 60 - Free Speech Isn't Free
We talk about a Brooklyn Center Liquor store employee that made the news, The Video Game Awards, the problem with Elon Musk and more.
Episode 59 - Vagisil Sports Center
We do some trivia, answer some questions, read a couple news articles and more.
RIP Jason Frank.
Episode 58 - Sunday Bloody Sunday Dinner
Check your condiments.
Episode 57 - Cards Against Double Standards
In this episode, we discuss a spicy dating double standard and we play a game of Cards Against Humanity.
Episode 56 - I Was Native Until I Took That DNA Test
We're back with another episode full of jokes, news, and laughs!
Episode 55 - Alfred--My Kumquat Machine!
TJ gives us another impersonation challenge, leaving us wondering who did the best Jim Carrey.
Other talking points:
- "The TV made me do it."
- Is campus too diverse in Morris?
- The river takes souls.
- World's dirtiest man.
Episode 54 - Walken This Way
TJ joins the gang. We do some impersonations and talk about some news.
Episode 53 - Top O' the Morning!
We're back after eleven/twelve months of hiatus and we're excited!!!
Talking points:
- The Overwatch 2 Saga
- Farming (Stardew Valley)
- Why is there a class action lawsuit against American Express?
- Biden did a thing!
- PCs are XBox.
We dedicate this episode to Mark James, Sr (Sprout's dad). Rest in peace!
Episode 52 - WEEB FM
We go to r/askreddit for some fun topics like the Angry Meal, discuss some interesting news, and more.
Episode 51 - Ye Old Ham Wallet
In this episode, the guys discuss brand names worth shopping for, what life would be like if money wasn't an issue, they play some Ternary Trivia and more!
Episode 50 - The Steak and Wine Club
We celebrate our 50th episode with steak and cab sauv!
Talking points: Halloween, Trivia, Horror movies, and more!
Episode 49 - Spoopy Times
The guys hang out with their friend, TJ, and discuss all sorts of Halloween related topics and play a trivia game.
Episode 48 - The Propechy
In this episode, the guys poke fun at cults, talk about Marc Maron's comparison between religion and the MCU, Sprout reads some recent gaming press releases, and more.
Episode 47 - It Tastes Like Meatballs (CHOAAAAAAUSS!!)
In this episode, Jeremy and Sprout talk about video games, what victory/success tastes like, who we would punch in the face--were there zero consequences--cooking and the confidence that may come with it, and more.
Episode 46 - Opinion vs. Information
In this episode, we talk about the virus, the vaccine, and how opinions found a way to overpower information amongst others who talk about the same. We also try some new game segments.
Episode 45 - Get that Mickey Flicky!!
In this episode, Sprout and Jeremy talk about movies edited for television, they go to the internet for some questions, play MC Shakespeare, and more.
Episode 44 - Titular Title
In this episode, Jeremy listens to Sprout rant about his job, they play MC Shakespeare, and more.
Episode 43 - Maracas of Change
In this episode, Jeremy tries his hand at deciphering Shakespearean Rap and discusses video game news, Sprout complains about the filibuster and voter suppression, they both compare their favorite NES games, and more.
Episode 42 - There is Matter Lingering
In this episode, Jeremy and Sprout talk about role playing games, Ernest movies, and Minneapolis news. They go to r/askreddit for some questions, Jeremy asks Sprout several more questions, and more.
Episode 41 - I got chlorophyl and borophyl inside my DNA!
In this episode, Sprout and Jeremy have fun with a few segments, then Sprout goes over his Ancestry DNA results.
Episode 40 - Bang-Bang Skeetball!
In this episode, Jeremy and Sprout discuss the rising amount of violence in Minneapolis, how it started, and how to fix it.
Episode 39 - God in 60 Seconds
In this episode, we discuss various things from the death of Norm MacDonald, what we would do if we were God for a minute, and more.
Episode 38 - What If...
In this episode, Sprout and Jeremy talk about their weekend, the Holyfield vs. Belfort fight, and go to Reddit for some interesting questions.
Episode 37 - Those Rocks Tend to Tumble
Sprout rants about why he partially lost his voice, Jeremy gets quizzed on politically incorrect song lyrics, and more.
Episode 36 - The Pearl Nipple Challenge
In this episode, Jeremy and Sprout talk about Shang Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings. Sprout reads random notes he's saved to his phone, Jeremy quizzes Sprout about his mix drink knowledge, and more!
Episode 35 - Critical Race Feary
In this episode, Sprout and Jeremy rant about white guilt, critical race theory, how certain history teachers led Sprout to believe in a (WILDLY) different version of a historical event, and more.
Episode 34 - What do you want, Debra?!
In this episode, Jeremy and Sprout rant about potential "Male Karen names," critical race theory, and Afghanistan. They also talk about an upcoming release from Magic: The Gathering, their excitement for upcoming movies, and more.
Episode 33 - COVID This, COVID That.
In this episode, Sprout and Jeremy rant about the pandemic, mask mandates, Marvel, Jeremy talks about how he saved a squirrel, and more.
Episode 32 - (Nearly) One year Later
In this episode, Jeremy and Sprout catch up on the last year they were absent from the studio, rant about education during the pandemic, read some fun comments on the internet, and more.
Episode 31 - A.K.A. Horsechoker
We rant about small towns, COVID vaccines, mail-in ballots, and a 12 year old rapper, Lil Rodney (A.K.A. 30Shotz), who allegedly shot a 1 year old infant (among other charges) and was sentenced to 7 years.
Episode 30 - Apocalypse How
We rant about politics, the election, COVID, and the idea of Trump being the President of the Apocalypse.
Episode 29 - It's Tribalism!
Jeremy and Sprout discuss recent activities, the Boogaloo Bois, and other topics as requested by Twitter followers.
Episode 28 - Fight Energy
Sprout and Jeremy ramble about movies, video games, pay phones and more!
Episode 27 - Coronus
Episode 26 - Pulling Out For Good
In this episode, we talk about the past several months and the things that have occurred--from COVID to cops. We talk about the recent events in our hometown of Minneapolis, MN and we talk a little bit about the political scene.
August 30, 2020
Episode 3 - It Gets Dark Sometimes
Jeremy and Sprout discuss some of the scary/crazy experiences they've had in the past, fear, and more.
Episode 2 - Jam Session
Sprout and Jeremy play a little music, discuss music, and we get to hear Jeremy play guitar after just learning a few months prior.
Oh... and Sprout plays guitar. He's aight, I guess.