Nuclear Playground Podcast

Did we even have to say it?

Recorded on April 11th, 2023.

Sprout and TJ talk about Anime Detour in Minneapolis, MN and the gang has some fun in the studio.

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

Follow us on Twitter @nuclear_play

We mourn the loss of our USB hub.

Talking points:

• Florida
• Harry Potter
• Musicians who make you cry

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).

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

We ain't the sharpest tools in the shed.

Talking points:

• Taxes
• Conspiracy Theory
• Trivia
• Car Rides

"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

We talk about a Brooklyn Center Liquor store employee that made the news, The Video Game Awards, the problem with Elon Musk and more.

We do some trivia, answer some questions, read a couple news articles and more.

RIP Jason Frank.

Check your condiments.

In this episode, we discuss a spicy dating double standard and we play a game of Cards Against Humanity.

We're back with another episode full of jokes, news, and laughs!

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.

TJ joins the gang. We do some impersonations and talk about some news.

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!

We go to r/askreddit for some fun topics like the Angry Meal, discuss some interesting news, and more.

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!

We celebrate our 50th episode with steak and cab sauv! 

Talking points: Halloween, Trivia, Horror movies, and more!

The guys hang out with their friend, TJ, and discuss all sorts of Halloween related topics and play a trivia game.

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.

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.

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. 

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.

In this episode, Jeremy listens to Sprout rant about his job, they play MC Shakespeare, and more.

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.

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. 

In this episode, Sprout and Jeremy have fun with a few segments, then Sprout goes over his Ancestry DNA results.

In this episode, Jeremy and Sprout discuss the rising amount of violence in Minneapolis, how it started, and how to fix it. 

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.

In this episode, Sprout and Jeremy talk about their weekend, the Holyfield vs. Belfort fight, and go to Reddit for some interesting questions.

Sprout rants about why he partially lost his voice, Jeremy gets quizzed on politically incorrect song lyrics, and more.

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!

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.

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.

In this episode, Sprout and Jeremy rant about the pandemic, mask mandates, Marvel, Jeremy talks about how he saved a squirrel, and more.

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.

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.

We rant about politics, the election, COVID, and the idea of Trump being the President of the Apocalypse.

Jeremy and Sprout discuss recent activities, the Boogaloo Bois, and other topics as requested by Twitter followers.

Sprout and Jeremy ramble about movies, video games, pay phones and more!

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.

Jeremy and Sprout discuss some of the scary/crazy experiences they've had in the past, fear, and more.

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.