Best Pondering Nerds Podcasts (2025)

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Rizzler Ponders Pam’s Meme Award (w/ Pam Murphy, James Mannion) 1:27:49

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Pam not jinxing gives Emmy to Hiller; voice artist feud worse than Bryan vs Adcock; buffet dish counter caught in Vegas; Happy Meal imposter; Limewire buys Fyre Fest and that’s good branding. Unlock the BONUS SCENE(S) at improv4humans.com and gain access to every episode of i4h, all ad-free, as well as TONS of exclusive new podcasts delving deeper …

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Nicole Loves This One Line in Titanic 59:59

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This week, Nicole and Sasheer walk through Nicole's joyful experience at The Sizzler, learn all about BieberGate 2025, and consider the implications of a monthly lasagna party. Watch this full video on YouTube and follow below! Follow Nicole: Twitter, Instagram, TikTok Follow Sasheer: Instagram, TikTok Like the show? Rate Best Friends 5 stars on Sp…

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BJ Barham (w/ Mookie Blaiklock, James Mannion) 1:16:19

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BJ Barham of American Aquarium is the special music guest inspiring the improv with his songs O’Lover, Cherokee Purples, and The First Year. Unlock the BONUS SCENE(S) at improv4humans.com and gain access to every episode of i4h, all ad-free, as well as TONS of exclusive new podcasts delving deeper into improv, the history of comedy, music and sci-f…

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Sasheer's Hot Dog Shrine is Mostly From Nicole (w/ Harvey Guillén) 1:09:52

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This week, Nicole and Sasheer are joined by special guest and friend, Harvey Guillén (What We Do In The Shadows, Puss in Boots: The Last Wish)! The trio share some early audition horror stories, consider friendship levels of closeness being like a gorgeous tiered cake, and the specific joy of watching the sweepers at a Dodger's game. Watch this ful…

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Exclusive Interviews: Catfish Mom & Philly Baseball Karen ( w/ Ryan Asher) 1:09:30

18d ago1:09:30

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Besser and Brett score two news-breaking interviews with the Catfish Mom from the Netflix documentary “Unknown Number”; and with the Philly Karen who claims the homerun baseball is rightfully hers. Warning: includes words “creamy” and “flat-ass”!!! Unlock the BONUS SCENE(S) at improv4humans.com and gain access to every episode of i4h, all ad-free, …

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Nicole Learns All About Catios (w/ Margaret Cho) 58:31

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Nicole and Sasheer have a very special friend joining them today - comedian extraordinaire Margaret Cho! The trio gets into their preferences on all things haunted, pet psychics, receiving signs in the universe from friends that have passed on, and Nicole's ongoing quest to join Cirque du Soleil. Watch this full video on YouTube and follow below! F…

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Beefy Spaniel (w/ Aman Adumer, Joel Spence) 1:27:10

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Bon Iver & Mk.gee at the Spaniel (Reagle Beagle?); dogs on the elevator; expert word writer; Godzilla not in Japan; fender bender lawyers; mailbox vs fire ants mound fireworks; Denver amusement park run by teenagers; Final Destination roller coasters. Unlock the BONUS SCENE(S) at improv4humans.com and gain access to every episode of i4h, all ad-fre…

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Sasheer Loves Yuzu (w/ Owen Thiele) 1:06:48

25d ago1:06:48

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Nicole and Sasheer have a very special friend joining them today - the wonderful Owen Thiele (Adults, Overcompensating, Theater Camp)! The trio gets into an exciting brand new segment called "Why Were You Late?", different confrontational strategies depending on if you are a) in or b) out of your car, and what it means to be a friend collector vs f…

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Thrillers (w/ Jon Gabrus, Ben Rodgers, Dominic Dierkes) 1:01:46

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The Movie longform is in full effect and on display with skateboarding action stars; alien or interdimensional imposters; prison volleyball; Michael Phelps; cyberpunk pop band thrillers; and the Taliban. Unlock the BONUS SCENE(S) at improv4humans.com and gain access to every episode of i4h, all ad-free, as well as TONS of exclusive new podcasts del…

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Nicole Interprets The Bible 1:02:40

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This week, Nicole and Sasheer go all the way back to the Old Testament to revisit some classic stories with a 2025 POV. They also get into Jubilee vs Jolibee, some flamingo pants Nicole is on the hunt for, and bidet etiquette. Watch this full video on YouTube and follow below! Follow Nicole: Twitter, Instagram, TikTok Follow Sasheer: Instagram, Tik…

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Ice Cream Party (w/ John Gemberling, Anthony Atamanuik) 1:21:59

1M ago1:21:59

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Human food trays at sexy parties; the Mortician documentary; lost at CVS looking to checkout; backing into parking spaces; sweet talking the hostess; and a match trick that impresses. Unlock the BONUS SCENE(S) at improv4humans.com and gain access to every episode of i4h, all ad-free, as well as TONS of exclusive new podcasts delving deeper into imp…

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Sasheer Respects the Rules of the Road 1:01:05

1M ago1:01:05

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We're back! Sasheer just returned from a gorgeous trip to Japan and is ready to fill us in on all of her fun travel stories. She also has a special souvenir for Nicole that (spoiler!) Nicole goes nuts for. Also discussed: the why? of wearing thongs, chicken breasts vs thighs, and the age old question of "Where's the beef?" Watch this full video on …

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Don’t Blame Taylor ( w/ Carl Tart, Don Fanelli) 1:24:24

2M ago1:24:24

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Archery defense; bullying Rhode Island; Karen chants having respect; new crying babies on plan rule; first scene in Glory; spitting to make weight; line dancing coming back! Unlock the BONUS SCENE(S) at improv4humans.com and gain access to every episode of i4h, all ad-free, as well as TONS of exclusive new podcasts delving deeper into improv, the h…

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Nicole's Excited About Turkey Sandwiches 1:01:38

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Nicole and Sasheer waste no time this week debriefing what they're loving lately - labubus, food shaped candles, real tea (gossip) vs real tea (beverage), how a garden tomato is nature's ketchup, and their unintentionally perfectly compatible chocolate chip cookie preferences. Watch this full video on YouTube and follow below! Follow Nicole: Twitte…

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Landlady (w/ Brian Huskey, Paul Rust) 1:16:40

2M ago1:16:40

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Music guest Landlady perform songs that inspire drummers eaten in CBGB hallowed hall; Greece vs Grease; TSA test with the Commodores; getting something legally lost; soup burns & lobster bites. Grab a t-shirt and unlock the BONUS SCENE(S) at improv4humans.com and gain access to every episode of i4h, all ad-free, as well as TONS of exclusive new pod…

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Sasheer is the New Foot of Tevas 1:01:32

2M ago1:01:32

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Nicole and Sasheer are back with another episode of Best Friends and they're getting right into the big questions: Are feet scary hands? Why do people walk around hotel lobbies barefoot? Who is Albert Nobbs? All of this and more (answering Best Friends listener questions from the vault!) will be revealed. Watch this full video on YouTube and follow…

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Bonjour, Tomato!! (w/ Ronnie Adrian, Holly Laurent) 1:20:51

2M ago1:20:51

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Double exclamation points!!; Marco Polo AirBNB in Venice; robot waiters at Denny’s; ugly American; gazpacho vs vichyssoise; AI public restrooms; and rampant Siri abuse. Unlock the BONUS SCENE(S) at improv4humans.com and gain access to every episode of i4h, all ad-free, as well as TONS of exclusive new podcasts delving deeper into improv, the histor…

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Nicole Ponders Jack and Jill's Origin Story 1:00:45

2M ago1:00:45

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Not only are Nicole and Sasheer best friends, they're also back to recording their podcast about being best friends, Best Friends! Join them as they catch up on all of the fun things that have been going on since their last recording, from debriefing films like Nosferatu and Jurassic Park to learning the truth about what dolphins are up to. Watch t…

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Nergy = Nerd + Orgy (w/ Jeff Hiller, Tami Sagher) 1:12:07

2M ago1:12:07

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Solving for sex; shag rug vs tarp; working at Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde’s; Friends photo op; and the secret trick to improv. Unlock the BONUS SCENE(S) at improv4humans.com and gain access to every episode of i4h, all ad-free, as well as TONS of exclusive new podcasts delving deeper into improv, the history of comedy, music and sci-fi. See Privacy Polic…

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Sht Strrer (w/ Andy Daly) 1:22:44

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Mark Twain said dance like nobody is watching; Andy very proud of his loud clap; super villain’s leverage with loved ones; dream of being brain surgeon or in NBA draft; good Roth IRA advice on the playground; snake venom improving motor skills. Unlock the BONUS SCENE(S) at improv4humans.com and gain access to every episode of i4h, all ad-free, as w…

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Special Saturday Night Mask (w/ Anthony Atamanuik, Ben Rodgers) 1:22:37

3M ago1:22:37

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Total Recall of blue sky on Mars; Watergate affair LBJ lube; no Force in improv scene; grocery store experience buying pineapple; ChatGPT flirts for me; 1010 wins on Empire State Building jump; and Brett cheats on doctor with Swede. New merch! Buy a NO PINEAPPLES t-shirt at kinshipgoods.com/improv4humans Unlock the BONUS SCENE(S) at improv4humans.c…

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Huffing Pine-Sol (w/ Mookie Blaiklock, Jon Mackey) 1:17:14

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Pinesol addicts; penis artist; confronting home town guys; getting away from the cops; and Brett’s moment with Kirby Puckett. Unlock the BONUS SCENE(S) at improv4humans.com and gain access to every episode of i4h, all ad-free, as well as TONS of exclusive new podcasts delving deeper into improv, the history of comedy, music and sci-fi. See Privacy …

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Big Fans of Foreign Press (w/ Ryan Rosenberg, Monika Smith) 1:16:38

3M ago1:16:38

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Pina Colada caught in rain; i4h podcast Golden Globe nomination; invention of basketball peach basket; stealing Hulk Hogan; without glasses you are beautiful; and lots of math jokes. Unlock the BONUS SCENE(S) at improv4humans.com and gain access to every episode of i4h, all ad-free, as well as TONS of exclusive new podcasts delving deeper into impr…

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Rizzler Ponders Pam’s Meme Award (w/ Pam Murphy, James Mannion) 1:27:49

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Nicole Loves This One Line in Titanic 59:59

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BJ Barham (w/ Mookie Blaiklock, James Mannion) 1:16:19

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Sasheer's Hot Dog Shrine is Mostly From Nicole (w/ Harvey Guillén) 1:09:52

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Exclusive Interviews: Catfish Mom & Philly Baseball Karen ( w/ Ryan Asher) 1:09:30

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Nicole Learns All About Catios (w/ Margaret Cho) 58:31

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Beefy Spaniel (w/ Aman Adumer, Joel Spence) 1:27:10

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Sasheer Loves Yuzu (w/ Owen Thiele) 1:06:48

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Thrillers (w/ Jon Gabrus, Ben Rodgers, Dominic Dierkes) 1:01:46

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Nicole Interprets The Bible 1:02:40

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Ice Cream Party (w/ John Gemberling, Anthony Atamanuik) 1:21:59

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Sasheer Respects the Rules of the Road 1:01:05

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Don’t Blame Taylor ( w/ Carl Tart, Don Fanelli) 1:24:24

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Nicole's Excited About Turkey Sandwiches 1:01:38

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Landlady (w/ Brian Huskey, Paul Rust) 1:16:40

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Sasheer is the New Foot of Tevas 1:01:32

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Bonjour, Tomato!! (w/ Ronnie Adrian, Holly Laurent) 1:20:51

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Nicole Ponders Jack and Jill's Origin Story 1:00:45

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Nergy = Nerd + Orgy (w/ Jeff Hiller, Tami Sagher) 1:12:07

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Sht Strrer (w/ Andy Daly) 1:22:44

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Special Saturday Night Mask (w/ Anthony Atamanuik, Ben Rodgers) 1:22:37

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Huffing Pine-Sol (w/ Mookie Blaiklock, Jon Mackey) 1:17:14

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Big Fans of Foreign Press (w/ Ryan Rosenberg, Monika Smith) 1:16:38