Conversations are the lifeblood of human interaction and if they’re engaging and lively, all the better. Join hosts Chris and Jeff each week as they tackle different topics from the crazy and the funny to the sane and the serious. If you believe that it’s OK to laugh and be entertained while learning something, this show is for you.
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Gesamtlänge aller Episoden: 2 days 11 hours 20 minutes
E54 - Chris and Jeff Come Out (Politically)
We’re coming out of the closet! Politically anyway. Join us in this listener-interactive episode and answer some questions to find out exactly where you stand politically. We both answer the questions and then reveal our results at the end of the episode. Before that, we have two bizarre stories: a man identifying as a dog, and an overweight airline passenger gets stuck in their seat for three hours.
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E53 - Insanity
We hear a lot about the insanity defense in murder cases, but the reality is that it’s hardly ever used and even when it is, it’s hardly every successful. But what does it mean to be “insane?” This week we look at a current case juxtaposed with the assassination attempt of Ronald Reagan, and learn how the insanity defense changed in this country...
E52 - The Worst Sounds in the World
What’s the worst sound in the world? In the words of Kip Dynamite, “Like anyone could possibly know that.” But thanks to science, we can! Also this week, we discuss the Bud Light backlash, political burnout, and the fact that Texas gets sued—again.
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E51 -Planes, Scams, and Overrated Places
First up, we focus on airplane passengers: one who was unruly and another who fell 10,000 feet and lived. New York and New Jersey are in a spat, Jeff talks Boardwalk Empire, and Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg might fight. Yes, like physically (fingers crossed). And finally, what are some scams that have become normalized, and what are the most overrated places in America?
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E50 - Best Of Subpar Talks, Part 2
We’re back this week with more of the best of Subpar Talks. This time, it’s Part 2. And, to prove we’re not perfect, we threw in some bloopers at the end!
Hosted by Chris and Jeff
1. Topics
- 0:00:22 Welcome/Intro
- 0:00:32 Disclaimer
- 0:01:01 Best of Subpar Talks
- 0:46:54 Bloopers
- 0:58:29 Contact/Rate/Subscribe
2. Merchandise/Support the Show
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E50 - Best Of Subpar Talks, Part 1
We reached a bit of a milestone—our 50th episode! So, this week we look back at the best of Subpar Talks, Part 1. Enjoy!
Hosted by Chris and Jeff
1. Topics
- 0:00:22 Welcome/Intro
- 0:00:31 Disclaimer
- 0:01:01 Best of Subpar Talks
- 0:56:20 Contact/Rate/Subscribe
2. Merchandise/Support the Show
- https://www.subpartalks.com/support/
- https://www.subpartalks...
E49 -Sons of Female Dogs
This week, Chris has some helpful air conditioner info for this God-forsaken, hot summer. Next, we look at two Supreme Court decisions: first, we examine the aftermath of the Supreme Court’s abortion decision from last year; and second, the court also broke with precedent in deciding that race can no longer be used as a factor in college admissions...
E48 - Drug-Fueled Entertainers
Do you miss the genius of Breaking Bad? No worries, as Chris provides a list of seven similar shows you should consider. And speaking of genius, we discuss George Carlin and Elton John. Also, how do we navigate the controversial issue of trans individuals in athletic competitions? And finally, tipping is out of control.
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E47 -America: Dreams, Ditties, and Dummies
Happy Independence Day! Our forefathers died so you could sit around, eat hot dogs, drink beer, and listen to great content, so do your patriotic duty and turn up the volume as you stuff your face. The American Dream: we’ve all been told about it, but is it a reality or a myth? Chris brings us a top-ten list (Jeff is happy) of patriotic songs, and Jeff has a list of his own, which shows us that the percentage of Americans who don’t believe in basic facts is alarming...
E46 - The Ocean: Full of Bears and Millionaires
As usual, we’re coming at you with a lot of topics this week. We discuss the ill-fated submersible in the North Atlantic and discuss another world record. Chris informs us of something else we need to be fearful of. We also touch on an interesting thread Chris found on Reddit: what is a luxury today that once was viewed as common? And finally, the head of the Harvard medical School morgue was, allegedly, selling body parts!
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