Best Unpopular Facts Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 24: Indie Bookstore Weekend! 44:15

3M ago44:15

44:15

In anticipation of Indie Bookstore Weekend (April 26-28, 2024), Mere and McCall are sharing 10 reasons to shop with us for Indie Bookstore Weekend! We'd love to see you at either shop if you're nearby in Birmingham, or shop online or through the app! Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt Bad Therapy by Abigail Shrier The Age of Magical Overthinking …

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Do your thoughts shape your reality? 54:14

3M ago54:14

54:14

Welcome to another thought-provoking Life Unfiltered episode hosted by Jess and Trent. In this episode titled Do Your Thoughts Shape Your Reality? Our hosts dive deep into the intriguing world of cognitive science and psychology to explore how our thoughts influence our lives. Jess and Trent discuss the mechanics of the brain, the patterns and beha…

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Episode 23: Minisode + Free Therapy 23:38

3M ago23:38

23:38

It's a break in format this week as A Little Bookish shares its first mini-episode. This week Mere and McCall share their Little Things. This minisode might also serve as a checklist of things you can do today to bring you joy, but we'll let you be the judge of that! Some links! Song Machine: Inside the Hit Factory by John Seabrook Hit Makers by De…

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Do you know one of the easiest ways to improve your relationship? 40:56

3M ago40:56

40:56

Join hosts Trent, an experienced orthopedic acupuncturist and men’s coach, and Jesikah, a dynamic personal trainer, as they dive into the world of love languages in this enlightening episode. Together, they explore the transformative concept of love languages and how understanding them can significantly improve relationships. In this episode, Trent…

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Episode 22: Underdog Stories 52:50

3M ago52:50

52:50

Who doesn't love an underdog story?! Mere and McCall are back this week to talk about the books with great comebacks, relisient characters, and, sometimes, that one shining moment! Find the full-list of books discussed on our shownotes page! Thanks for listening. Remember to shop with us through the Little Professor app or website!…

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Has your friendship reached its used by date? 1:03:42

3M ago1:03:42

1:03:42

In the Season 4 premiere of "Life Unfiltered," Jess and Trent delve into friendship longevity. "Has Your Friendship Reached Its Used-By Date?" explores the nuanced journey of friendships, punctuated by insightful polls and probing questions. Drawing from their own experiences of friendship breakups, Jess and Trent navigate the often-painful process…

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Episode 21: A Blast from the Past 1:07:41

4M ago1:07:41

1:07:41

Abercrombie & Fitch was the forerunner of "free smells" (sorry, Jimmy Johns), and AIM was the original flirty platform of youths before snapchat – join us for more blasts from the past as we talk about nostalgic tent-poles of our growing-up years and chat about nostalgic books. Buy Kate Kennedy's, "One in a Millennial" and join us for book club! Fu…

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Episode 20: March in Review 1:03:29

4M ago1:03:29

1:03:29

It's the end of the month and McCall and Mere are talking about their March highlights! The gals review: - The most sold book(s) this month - Favorite shop moment - The best thing they read - The best thing they watched - The best thing they ate - The best thing they bought Full show notes here: https://littleprofessorbookshop.com/blogs/news/march-…

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Depression & Anxiety 1:41:34

4M ago1:41:34

1:41:34

Trent and Jess's podcast delves into the intricate world of mental health, with this episode shining a light on depression and anxiety. The hosts embark on a compassionate exploration, unraveling the complexities of these prevalent conditions. They discuss the symptoms, triggers, and the often misunderstood nature of both depression and anxiety, pr…

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A Tale as Old as Time 1:00:12

4M ago1:00:12

1:00:12

This week Mere and McCall are talking about what they're reading over Spring Break, a quick fly-over of what the Bachelor contestants are reading and what books they would list on a reality-tv profile, plus they talk about a few fiction and non-fiction titles to read that have no shortage of royal drama. Don't miss the events we have in the shop(s)…

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Spring Break Reads: RomComs (kind of...) 1:18:24

4M ago1:18:24

1:18:24

Here's some irony, McCall and Mere recorded a RomCom podcast and didn't actually talk about any rom com novels. But, they talked about a plethora of things from what makes a great romcom, to a relationship quiz, the common tropes that best describe their current relationships, and books that are not rom coms but are full of love! Plus, a heartfelt …

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Health fads, fasted cardio and facts 53:22

4M ago53:22

53:22

Welcome to Life Unfiltered. This week, Jess and Trent are discussing health fads, fasted cardio, and nutrition! In this episode, we dive into the latest health trends, uncovering what works and what doesn't. Jess leads the conversation with her expertise in nutrition, dissecting popular diets, wellness fads and the much-debated topic of fasted card…

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Spring Break Reads: Mystery/Thriller 1:06:04

4M ago1:06:04

1:06:04

You're in for a treat this week as Mere and McCall discuss 5 new mystery/thriller novels ranging from cozy mysteries to spooky thrillers! Not only are the ladies talking books but they are also uncovering who would make the best spy, detective, and murderer(!). Complete with a retraction and 4 little things – we hope this episode is one of your fav…

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Red Flag or Deal Breaker? 1:17:44

5M ago1:17:44

1:17:44

In episode 7, Trent and Jess discuss what they believe a red flag actually is, the different red flags amongst relationships, friendships, dating, and career, and when a red flag becomes a deal breaker. Support the Show.By Trent Dolman & Jesikah Ings

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February Month In Review! 58:54

5M ago58:54

58:54

Mere and McCall are debriefing the month of February across many different categories on this week's episode! From most sold books in the shop, favorite reads, favorite meals, favorite purchases and more it's a good grab-bag from all things Feb 2024! Mentioned in this week's podcast: The Women by Kristin Hannah First Lie Wins by Ashley Alston How T…

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Unpopular Opinions 58:28

5M ago58:28

58:28

Jess describes unpopular opinions as just being able to be a bitch sometimes. Both Trent and Jess give three of their own unpopular opinions followed by a stack given from their people on social media. A few laughs, a few disagreements, but we made it out alive. Support the Show.By Trent Dolman & Jesikah Ings

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Unpopular Book Opinions 1:02:37

5M ago1:02:37

1:02:37

This week (after a little delay!) Mere and McCall are discussing unpopular book opinions. Prepare to be offended! We had some great feedback on this question from our Match-making event and figured it was a great opportunity to chime in with our thoughts and share some of yours! Stay tuned to hear hot-takes when it comes to books, book club etiquet…

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Navigating the Tides of Separation 1:21:21

5M ago1:21:21

1:21:21

In this deeply personal and insightful episode of 'Life Unfiltered,' hosts Jess and Trent delve into the complex world of relationships, focusing on the often painful but important topics of divorce and breakups. Titled "Navigating the Tides of Separation," this episode offers a candid exploration of the emotional journey that accompanies the end o…

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Finding Your Perfect (Book) Match 1:00:12

5M ago1:00:12

1:00:12

The month of love continues with a match-making episode! Mere and McCall match each other to books and then match some LP customers! We cover a lot of books in this episode and all the books we matched can be found here: https://littleprofessorbookshop.com/blogs/news/finding-the-perfect-match Two ways you can support the podcast: 1) Share with a fr…

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Exploring Trust with Jess and Trent 1:03:45

5M ago1:03:45

1:03:45

In this engaging podcast episode, Jess and Trent delve into the concept of trust. They discuss its crucial role in both personal and professional relationships, emphasizing that trust is built through consistent, reliable actions. The duo touches on the emotional aspects of trust, including vulnerability and the importance of self-trust. Their conv…

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The Newly Wed Game & 5 Romance Reads 50:38

5M ago50:38

50:38

This week Mere and McCall put themselves to the test to see how well they know each other with, "The Newly Wed Game." Plus, resident romance queen, McCall, shares five books for February that range from rom coms to heart break stories. Don't miss another fun episode that is truly just a little bookish. As always, Mere and McCall share their Little …

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Doing hard things is the key to success 1:03:33

5M ago1:03:33

1:03:33

Welcome to episode three of Life Unfiltered. This episode explores Jess' and Trent's versions of rock bottom and how it was their pivot point to success. What was their life like growing up, what did they find hard, what did they avoid, where did it all go wrong, and how did they use what they know to get through a hard time. Hard times don't have …

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Ins & Outs of 2024 - We are So Back! 51:30

6M ago51:30

51:30

We're so back, baby! Mere and McCall are back after winter break and are jumping into one of the social media trends from the new year, "the ins and outs of 2024." On this episode Mere and McCall share ins and outs related to work, reading, life, and more. It's a great way to kick-off the new year and begin a new year on the pod! If you enjoy this …

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What are we thinking? 1:06:53

6M ago1:06:53

1:06:53

Welcome to episode two of Life Unfiltered. This episode thought-provoking as we dive deep into the intricate world of male and female perspectives. We explore the fascinating differences and similarities in how men and women think, feel, and act. Why do they approach life, love, and conflict in their ways? Join us as we unravel the psychological, s…

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26: Unpopular Opinions, Sex Facts & Tekashi69 1:03:52

6M ago1:03:52

1:03:52

After taking a year off of recording, I'm back! On this episode I bring on mmy friends to answer your anonymous questions, talk about what's trending and give you some sex facts. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/angcode/support

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Meet the hosts 59:59

6M ago59:59

59:59

This is an opportunity to get to know Jess and Trent. They asked their social audience for questions and came up with 18 from their followers and one for each other. In each episode, they will discuss the week's good and the bad. Then, shift to the topic of the week. Follow them on their journey to normalise struggles and lessons and celebrate life…

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Mere & McCall's Favorite Books of the Year 1:00:38

7M ago1:00:38

1:00:38

It's the last episode of the year, and we're so excited to talk about our favorite books of the year! Mere's Picks: How to Stay Married by Harrison Scott Key It Was an Ugly Couch Anyways by Elizabeth Passererla No Two Persons by Erica Baumeister Everyone in My Family Has Killed Someone by Benjamin Stevenson Iona Iverson's Rules for Commuting by Cla…

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The Cookbook Challenge! 57:55

7M ago57:55

57:55

It's time for the first-ever, A Little Bookish Cookbook Challenge! Mere and McCall both chose new cookbooks to cook from and they're ready to talk about the cookbooks they chose along with what they enjoy about cooking and cookbooks. This episode will inspire you to dust off your cookbooks, or – even better – inspire you to get a new one! A few thi…

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Mega Gift Guide for Hard-to-Shop-for Loved Ones 53:23

8M ago53:23

53:23

McCall and Mere are here to help you find the perfect book to gift this holdiay season! Thanks to great listener feedback, they have come up with book recs for the hardest people to shop for in your life! Holiday Rom Com Book Collection Wreck the Halls by Tessa Bailey Christmas Wish by Lyndsey Kelk The Boys in the Boat by Daniel Brown Winterton Dec…

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Holiday Check-In & Gift Ideas for Kids 46:49

8M ago46:49

46:49

Mere is back! This week McCall catches up with Mere via a list of things on her mind. From track suits to savoring the season ahead, it's a winding and fun conversation. A few references include a very specific and memorable episode from The Bear, Mere's campaign for everyone to get a track suit, and much more. Mere and McCall did talk generally ab…

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Books that Shape Us & Joys that Make Us 48:38

8M ago48:38

48:38

This week we're excited to share a heartfelt, and joy-filled episode! Jonathan joins McCall to share some books that shape the way he and Meredith think about creating community hubs. Plus, several team members share their little things that are guaranteed to make you smile and reflect on some small things in your life that are really the big thing…

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From Crypto to Boy Brow: New non-fiction books with Jonathan 42:43

8M ago42:43

42:43

Buckle up listeners! McCall and Jonathan have a fun and winding conversation from crypto to Taylor Swift and everything in between. Jonathan, co-owner of Little Professor, and husband to co-host Meredith, hops in to share some thoughts on a few non-fiction bestsellers. Going Infinite by Michael Lewis Moneyball by Michael Lewis Number Go Up: Inside …

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The Shining Buddy Read + A Listener Question 39:19

8M ago39:19

39:19

This week Mere and McCall talk about a few exciting store announcements, and spend some time answering a listener question, "how do you decide which books to stock?" Then, the two of them discuss their experience reading Stephen King's, The Shining. So, spoiler alert? We think you'll love hearing their thoughts on this cult-classic regardless if yo…

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"The Podcast Bros." 1:07:32

9M ago1:07:32

1:07:32

We have all heard about the infamous online Passport Bros. But who are the Podcast Bros? Uncle Mike breaks down the definition of the Podcast Bros. and their contribution to the unfortunately ever popular "Modern Day Internet Gender War" that has the Black dating scene and relationships divided and up in arms.…

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Not-So-Scary Books & Grand Opening Weekend! 34:25

9M ago34:25

34:25

This week Mere and McCall chat about some favorite books in the mystery/thriller genre. Plus, they recap the grand opening weekend and unpack some thoughts on what it feels like to get to launch day. Books discussed in the episode: The Creative Act by Rick Rubin Angels & Demons by Dan Brown The Silent Patient by Michaelides Devil in the White City …

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The One Where They Open the Bookshop 38:46

9M ago38:46

38:46

This week Mere and McCall announce the Grand Opening for the Little Professor Homewood shop and talk about unforseen challenges they've faced over the last week. Plus, Anna Miller, Jamie Durham, and Kathleen Wylie share their favorite Fall 2023 book releases. The episode wraps with an update on the Book-Buddy read + "the little things." Books discu…

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"We Didn't Know About the Woman in the Fridge" 29:33

9M ago29:33

29:33

This week McCall & Mere have the Little Professor Pepper Place Store Manager, Tessa, on the pod to talk scary books! The hosts are not big horror readers (shocker), but they are eager to hear why Tessa loves the genre. In the episode Tessa shares three books to choose from for their "buddy read." Plus, all three share the "little things" of the wee…

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Opening an Indie Bookstore & Launching a Podcast (SOS or #girlboss...TBD) 30:43

9M ago30:43

30:43

In the first-ever episode of A Little Bookish, Mere and McCall talk about: Why they're starting a podcast The ups and downs of getting the Homewood Store ready to open in a few weeks The "little things" that are bringing them joy Links from the pod: New Little Professor Location Where Everybody Knows Your Name - NYT Opinion Killers of the Flower Mo…

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Immortal Technique: Interview With A Nevadyer 2:40:44

1+ y ago2:40:44

2:40:44

Uncle Mike sits down for the Very Peaceful Podcast's first interview with The Nevadyers (Pronounced Never Dyer). We had an illuminating conversation around a multitude of interesting topics. We chopped Game (Uncommon Information) about everything from Shamanism, newly published Nevadyer books, DMT, Voodoo, and much more.…

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47. Fall Activities 1:01:37

2y ago1:01:37

1:01:37

As Mr. Talent once said, "Fallen leaves, fallen leaves, fallen leaves on the ground."By Nothing in Common

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46. Unpopular Bad Opinions w/ Kevin 1:51:22

2y ago1:51:22

1:51:22

And we really believe them! That was the prompt. Brought to you by our guest Kevin who loves when things are messy. Yes, this episode is f***-all long but that's okay, because we are now a once-a-week podcast. Dog lovers, go ahead and cover your ears. Anime watchers, you got off easy this time, but watch out for pt. 2. Instagram: nothing.common Twi…

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45. Camping 49:54

2y ago49:54

49:54

This episode was recorded weeks before both hosts took a camping trip TOGETHER! Relish in all the nostolgia, discomfort, joys and pains camping has to offer from the comfort of your home/workplace/car as we discuss our favorite things about staying in the great outdoors. Instagram: nothing.common Twitter: nic_podcast Email us: NICpodcast@outlook.co…

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Accountability & Therapy - Uncle Mike Reviews Viral Black Therapist 1:44:19

2y ago1:44:19

1:44:19

Over the past week, the internet has been in a divided uproar over the now viral clips of a Black female therapist who used her platform to challenge Black Men to seek therapy to expand their emotional intelligence and ability to communicate. In response to her viral Tik Tok videos, think pieces and articles were written making its way to her emplo…

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44. Disney Villains 51:35

2y ago51:35

51:35

We're back to basics this Thursday and thank goodness. This episode was a dream to edit. Went down real smooth. Katelyn and Jenna once again have a none-none-none-none-one! It's not that surprising what we had in common. Give it a good think and then listen and give yourself 100 points if you guessed right. Instagram: nothing.common Twitter: nic_po…

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43. No Skip Albums w/ Brian & Dillon 1:43:44

2y ago1:43:44

1:43:44

Okay, this one was a doozy of an edit and you can f***ing tell. The volumes are inconsistent because not a single person decided to stay the same distance from their mic. If you want to just skip to the honorable mentions and then the recap, that's fine-- that's when all the really funny shit happens anyway! Never doing a four person music epsiode …

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42. Random Facts 44:57

2y ago44:57

44:57

Well... you saw the episode title. We promise we haven't run out of topics! Although some suggestions are always nice 😁 Katelyn has 3 party tricks, and one of them is panda sex facts. Listen to find out the other 2! Instagram: nothing.common Twitter: nic_podcast Email us: NICpodcast@outlook.comBy Nothing in Common

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41. FFXIV w/ Nicole 58:52

2y ago58:52

58:52

Lali-ho! A pretty much spoiler-free episode! Jenna hasn't even been to the moon yet 😕 Listen to hear why she also didn't finish ARR MSQ until years after starting the game. Who do YOU think is the dungeon ho? Instagram: nothing.common Twitter: nic_podcast Email us: NICpodcast@outlook.comBy Nothing in Common

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40. Bugs! 1:12:24

2y ago1:12:24

1:12:24

Oops, you might hear us talking about baked goods! Imagine that... Otherwise, this one is jam packed with tons of insect facts! For real this time; we can put the Ocean Creatures episode behind us. Instagram: nothing.common Twitter: nic_podcast Email us: NICpodcast@outlook.comBy Nothing in Common

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39. Nintendo Games w/ Nicole 45:21

2y ago45:21

45:21

This one has a little extra polish on it in honor of Nicole and Jenna's first dip into dueting the topic of videogames for the NIC show! We are mario than happy to jump-kick things off with our Nintendo favs. Brrng-ha! Instagram: nothing.common Twitter: nic_podcast Email us: NICpodcast@outlook.comBy Nothing in Common

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38. Conspiracy Theories 1:39:48

2y ago1:39:48

1:39:48

We have a lot to say and we say a lot. But hopefully in the cohesive and easy-to-follow mannner you're all accustomed to from us. We are releasing this episode a day early to "celebrate" the moon landing! July 20th, 1969 (nice) you did it, you son of a gun. Instagram: nothing.common Twitter: nic_podcast Email us: NICpodcast@outlook.com…

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