Episodes

  • The War on Christmas, Krampus, and the Underwear Bomber
    Dec 13 2024

    It's the HDI 2024 Holiday Extravaganza! Kevin discusses the outrage some have over people saying Happy Holidays instead of Merry Christmas. Greg educates us on the history of Krampus. And John talks about the Underwear Bomber. Spike your eggnog, get cozy, and celebrate the season with your three favorite knuckleheads.

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    1 hr and 7 mins
  • Robert Hanssen, Movie Remakes, and Minimum Wage
    Oct 29 2024

    In this episode of HDI, Greg discusses the FBI man turned Russian spy, Robert Hanssen, Kevin wonders why Hollywood continues to remake movies despite their lack of success, and John discusses minimum wage, and how it's not a livable wage in the slightest sense.

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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • Gratitude, OnlyFans, and Critics
    Oct 4 2024

    In this episode the crew discusses gratitude, how OnlyFans is dominating the porn industry, and we debate whether there is still a place for professional critics in today's society.

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    1 hr and 13 mins
  • Go $@%! Yourself, Good Habits, and a Terrifying Bromance
    Aug 22 2024

    In this episode, Greg wonders what circumstances warrant telling someone to go F themselves. John discusses how good habits can be developed, how to break bad ones, and why Kevin should make his bed every day. And Kevin expresses his concerns about the budding bromance between Elon Musk and Donald Trump.

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    1 hr and 46 mins
  • Louisiana's Commandment, The Pros and Cons of Splitting the Atom, and Procrastination | Comedy Podcast
    Jul 16 2024

    The boys are back! In this episode, Kevin talks about Louisiana forcing public schools to display the ten commandments in every classroom, as well as Oklahoma forcing public schools to teach the Bible as part of its curriculum. John talks about the pros and cons of splitting the atom - nuclear war is bad but medical advances are good. And Greg, who clearly didn't put any effort in, talks about procrastination.

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    1 hr and 31 mins
  • Rocket Man's Dark Side: Wernher von Braun | History Defeats Itself Comedy Podcast
    Mar 28 2024

    Today we're talking about Wernher von Braun, a Nazi who was recruited by NASA after World War 2 to help develop the space program.

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    57 mins
  • Poyais Hoax: History's Ultimate Land Scam | History Defeats Itself Comedy Podcast
    Mar 13 2024

    Dive into the captivating story of the Poyais Scheme, the ultimate historical scam by Gregor MacGregor, who sold dreams of a nonexistent paradise to hundreds. Explore how this 19th-century con artist created Poyais, duping settlers and investors alike, and the stark reality that awaited them. From MacGregor's early exploits to the scheme's fallout and its place in the annals of financial frauds, this episode uncovers the allure of utopian dreams and the timeless lessons of history's audacious scams.

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    52 mins
  • The Snobbery of Being a Music Snob | History Defeats Itself Comedy Podcast
    Feb 28 2024

    Have you or someone you know been affected by music snobbery? Have you fallen victim to ridicule from elitists who think their supposed deeper understanding of music makes you look inferior? You've come to the right place. Because Greg is talking about being a music snob. Kevin is on the same page. John thinks they're just dicks.

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    1 hr and 10 mins