Profoundly Pointless

Interviews on Science, Sexuality, Society and Sports.

Profoundly Pointless is a podcast created by Nick VinZant. Each episode explores something new with a unique guest from a different side of life. Particle Physicists, Porn Stars, Deep Sea Explorers, Olympic Athletes, Money Launders, Furries, Cannabis Photographers, Sex Toy Designers and more all share their stories.

Then, in the Pointless part of the show, Nick is joined by lifelong friend and 2nd Grade Wrestling Champion John Shull to debate life’s biggest questions. Questions like, “Who are the Top 5 Steve’s of All Time”, "What's the Worst Line to Be Stuck In”, and "Which Actor is the Best Onscreen Runner.”

Together Profoundly Pointless explores the world through profound guests and examinations of life’s little mysteries. Join us, Explore Something New and find out why Profoundly Pointless was named Best Interview Podcast in 2023 and nominated in both 2021 and 2022.


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Will AI (artificial intelligence) take all our jobs. And if so, how soon will it happen. Technology Researcher and AI Employment Futurist Adam Dorr joins us for a new episode.

We talk AI and the future of work, the big AI led changes coming in 2026/2027 and the one thing that will keep you employed.

https://youtu.be/91XuC0ze2uI

1 week ago | [YT] | 0

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Do you think AI will ultimately be a good thing or bad thing for society?

1 week ago | [YT] | 0

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How long will you keep your New Year's resolution?

2 weeks ago | [YT] | 0

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When someone says "a couple" do you think they mean specifically two...or just a few of something. For example, if someone says they "have a couple of tickets," do you think they have exactly two tickets or just a small but unknown number of tickets.

1 month ago | [YT] | 0

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Santaphalia is when someone is sexually attracted to Santa Claus. We explore this unique kink in our latest video. Let us know what you think

https://youtu.be/IwmBRVtxu-g

1 month ago | [YT] | 1

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How often do you get in a confrontational situation with another person?



This can be an actual fight, verbal argument or just a tense situation - romantic relationships don't count.

1 month ago | [YT] | 2

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Ever wonder when Christmas got switched to December 25th? Curious about the scandalous history of Gingerbread Men? We explore the often random, sometimes dark history of Christmas traditions with Christmas Scholar Dr. Katherine Walker.

Let us know your favorite Christmas tradition. Mine is Santa Tracker.

https://youtu.be/krPeZwtrrco

1 month ago | [YT] | 0

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What color car would you never buy?

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What percent of your time do you spend just waiting?

1 month ago | [YT] | 1

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If your family (or the people around you) gets sick, are you the first or last one to get sick?

2 months ago | [YT] | 1