&WhatNot
Looking for a podcast that feels like catching up with your best friends? &Whatnot is where you'll find Andrew and Amanda, two best friends who love to chat. Forget the filter, these two dive into whatever topics come to their head, from internet deep dives to hilarious or cringe life stories. Each episode is a fun, unscripted conversation that's guaranteed to leave you laughing. Grab your headphones, get comfy, and join Andrew and Amanda for a dose of laughter, stupidity... and whatnot!
Episode 56 | Pesto Burping Beekeeper Theater Meet Cute
In this Episode We talk about the Canadian wildfire smoke that blotted out the sun and made us both feel sick, a pickleball partner canceling because of the air, a shout out to Phoebe about heavy breathing on the mic, a hypothetical about meeting your fiancé again for the first time that turns into a sunflower field, two beekeeper outfits, a lot of stings and a bee ring, the abandoned pavilion at Jones Beach and the people playing kindergarten music at it, beach bunnies, tick bites that never go away, a pickleball dating night and whether it might secretly b...
Episode 55 | Howdy Doody To Horse Girls
In this Episode We talk about a quick weather update, hearing "Howdy Doody" from a toll booth attendant on a road trip through Oklahoma, toll booths that still have a person in them, old infrastructure that doesn't get used anymore, Sunken Meadow, stealing street signs as a kid, potholes and broken streetlights that nobody fixes until enough people complain, whether the United States should go back to being isolationist, Japan, converting yen to dollars, a friend who spent years studying to get into the Japanese workforce, how expensive and difficult it is to become a citizen of some countries...
Episode 54 | The Bees and Botflies are Eating the Shrimp on Reindeer Island
In this Episode We talk about hiring a saxophonist for a wedding, whether Bill Clinton could show up and play it, whether world leaders attend each other's weddings, the 4th of July heat wave and the storm that blew through Amanda's party, state fairs getting canceled because of the heat, a carnival ride called The Zipper and being too scared to stay on a roller coaster, skydiving and whether the plane can land with you still in it, weight limits for jumping, Dr. Now and My 600-lb Life, an awards event where bees were eating the shrimp, bugs that...
Episode 53 | Fart All Your Future Farts [LOST EPISODE]
In this LOST Episode We talk about Kyle finding out he's 23% German, whether the Nazis were superstitious, the ice cream man who only shows up on cold days, weird superstitions we each believe in, Kyle's habit of re-playing a song or show so it doesn't end on a bad word, setting the volume only to even numbers, Andrew's belief that a streetlight going out as you pass under it is bad luck, holding your breath past a cemetery, lifting your feet over railroad tracks and where that actually comes from, black cats, air fresheners hanging from the mirror being...
Bri Bonus 3 | Licensed to Drone Obsession, Unclicensed to Bike, and The Illusion of Wonder
Me and Bri are back on bikes around an undisclosed part of Long Island, six months after we got frozen in a block of ice on Christmas. We talk about why Spielberg's new alien movie doesn't hit and what I call the illusion of wonder, why indie kids in their twenties write better people than legends do, the near-perfect misery of Obsession's ending, Bri getting her actual FAA remote pilot license and becoming a certified drone person, the fact that she has names for all of her apple boxes, the Sabbath problem with ordering from B&H, an old...
Episode 52 | Zipper Ride Cries & Millennium Fries
In this Episode we talk about her mystery ear clog sending her down a WebMD spiral, my own ear infection history and a fake nine-month countdown to imaginary childbirth, that time I convinced myself I had male breast cancer from a bully's nipple flicks, the neighborhood hearse restoration guy, my traumatic winter camp story about a counselor who punished any talking with forced nursery rhyme singalongs, finding actual bones on an abandoned playground as a kid, a full ranking of the worst theme park rides (the zipper will end you), and a definitive top five fair foods featuring millennium...
Episode 51 | Drinking Our Ancestors Toilet Water
In this Episode we talk about our terrible taste in music, building summer playlists (and wedding playlist secrets Amanda won't share), the choreographed Snapchat dances from our old daily-video days, Amanda's $14,000 Amazon habit, her surprise 400-viewer TikTok stream, forgotten mushroom gummies and paranoia-inducing weed math, an old Spanish CD we found on our walk, summer goals (Amanda's attempting a cartwheel for the first time since childhood), the entire rise and fall of the BBL, Clavicular's disastrous nose job, and a deep dive into the horrifying but true fact that our drinking water carries trace amounts of everyone's medication — including, al...
Episode 50 | Founding Fathers Green Screen Feet Rotation
In this Episode it's just me and Amanda (Kyle texted in but didn't make the cut) and we talk about Amanda's $600 Mew Mews, whether this podcast will ever pay real money, the new "wish gone wrong" horror flick and the discourse trying to make it something darker than it is, Sydney Sweeney's questionable range and her OnlyFans detour, nearly getting flattened saving a gaggle of baby geese, the streamer who green-screened her own feet to farm views, a mystery piss can that may or may not have ruined Amanda's sock, and a hypothetical that spirals into picking our dream...
Episode 49 | Holy Cow, It's Kyles Pancake Powered Push-Ups at the zoo!
In this Episode we talk about Kyle's unemployment and his five-pancake workout regimen, lawn sign decorations, Andrew turning 30 and waking up to the Grim Reaper, a Vegas casino brawl involving a tequila executive, Clavicular's height maxing journey, the Fanta virus and its human-to-human glow up, whether you'd live in a glass luxury apartment at the zoo for $200K a year, Mr. Beast stealing our grocery store idea, and our new app pitch: Road Rage. Kyle would like to be known as the Z-Man.
Episode 48 | Cinco De $300 Taco
In this Episode We talk about Mountain Dew, Andrew’s birthday, Disney Channel movies, Mean Girls, Twitches, Smart House, Sharpay’s Fabulous Adventure, High School Musical, a fake workplace allegation story, The Great Gatsby on Broadway, Alex Cooper and Alex Earle drama, what we would do if someone broke into the house with a bat, Cinco de Mayo, making one $300 taco, and the best items at Taco Bell.
Episode 47 | 20 Minutes Late to Being Cow Belles
In this Episode We talk about the transition into spring weather, Amanda's sister's upcoming wedding, and a pearlescent fake AirPod found on the ground. We discuss the upcoming release of GTA, our changing sleep schedules as we age, the benefits of alone time in relationships, and a potential "and whatnot" YouTube channel layout. We also touch on old viral videos, our shifting sense of humor, new e-bike legislation, learning car brands, the Wisconsin "No Mow" initiative, our struggles with weekend indecision paralysis, and old verbal habits like saying "bruh." Finally, we share thoughts on recent movie theater experiences, the...
Episode 46 | Million Dollar Treehouse Death Timer
In this Episode We talk about the foul smell of local Callery pear trees. We dive into childhood memories of building treehouses and immediately breaking through the floor of a small one. We discuss the film Bridge to Terabithia. We reflect on how visiting other kids' homes exposed us to completely different ways of living. The conversation covers a wealthy summer camp friend who lived in a gated mansion. We explore the practical purpose of bat houses. We share an encounter with a surprisingly resilient bee in the basement. We look at Y2K nostalgia and the idea that...
Episode 45 | Artemissing one Member (He's on the Moon)
In this Episode We talk about getting into a dispute over a game of ping pong. We cover the Artemis mission, advancements in space technology, and the possibility of building a base on the moon or Mars. We debate the risks of spaceflight and the modern habit of recording tragedies on smartphones. The conversation moves to listening to local emergencies on police scanners and the widespread appeal of true crime media. Finally, we discuss an Amazon reality show called the company retreat and brainstorm concepts for our own social experiments.
Episode 44 | The Trial of One Sharpay Evans
In this Episode We talk about Amanda’s recent engagement, the ranking of the High School Musical trilogy films, a character analysis of Sharpay Evans, the history of bootleg DVDs and camcorder recordings in movie theaters, watching a copy of Avatar with Korean subtitles, the evolution of HD video quality and the heavy weight of old CRT TVs, a comparison of smartphone upgrade cycles , the marketing and branding behind Liquid Death water, childhood memories of sledding down hills, the Artemis moon mission and various moon landing conspiracy theories, the implementation of the automatic ball-strike system in professional baseball, and th...
Kyle Crew 7 | False Spring and The Walls of Snow
In this episode we talk about the arrival of false spring on March 9th , the survival of a historically cold and snowy New York winter , a review of several films including the Harry Potter series and Crime 101 , the current status of lanternflies , Andrew's frustrations with the social etiquette of recreational pickleball , and potential plans for a summer of biking
Kyle Crew 6 | Ozempic Class of 67
In this episode, we talk about the start of the new year and the winter weather. We discuss high school graduation years and specific identification numbers used in school. We talk about playing ping pong and Andrew’s winning streak. We discuss the lack of interest in the Golden Globes and the behavior of celebrities during award shows. We talk about the impact of "nepo babies" and politics in Hollywood. We discuss the use of Ozempic for weight loss and its effect on comedy and the food industry. We talk about the movie theater experience, including audience behavior, membership pa...
Episode 43 | Snow Storm Mall Feat. Bri **SEASON FINALE**
In this Season Finale we talk about: The approaching snowstorm, Boxing Day traditions, Christmas with family, dogs at the mall, 4hr shopping habits at Macy's and Bath & Body Works, returned Christmas ornaments with strangers' names on them, smelling candles at Yankee Candle and debating whether candles are decorations or meant to be lit, browsing the Lego store and chatting with an employee about a bunny display, high frame rate filmmaking looking like a video game, Barnes & Noble's hidden DVD section, Humphrey Bogart being Bri's favorite actor, New Year's resolutions including cooking more and applying to more film shoots, chicken...
Episode 42 | "Could You Eat an Entire Grocery Store?"
In this episode we talk about the first day of fall, bad June weather, the Greenport Maritime Festival, Oktoberfest, Bear Mountain, doing dangerous things for clout, Chinese fire drills, and whether you could eat the entire edible stock of a supermarket in four months. Kyle says yes and lays out his regimen of wind sprints, laxatives, sailor sleep schedules, and strategic meal planning. But can he do it?
Episode 41 | Would You Eat Grass?
In this Episode we talk about geese encounters and feeding them an apple, a “kissing bug” moment, grapes and dogs, Will Smith movies and old freestyles, iRobot vs. Robots and Hancock, geese poop and fertilizer, a hypothetical about eating grass, wild chickens and dash-cam videos from Australia, foot pain and bunions, shaving and childhood “spoon shaving,” awkward school “puberty night,” growth spurts and very tall people, the TLC case of an adult who looks like a child, Hasbulla and the Mike Tyson clip, late-summer vibes, honking trucks, apple-picking season, and our summer highlights including parties, trips, birthdays, family milestones, biking, beac...
Episode 40 | Pressure Point Poop Cruise
In this episode we talk about crochet clothes, bumpits, and Jersey Shore hairstyles. We talk about beach trash, e-waste, and stepping on syringes. We talk about high school hallway chaos, pressure points, and getting tickled. We talk about weird trucks with questionable slogans, foreskin debates, and cruise ship disasters. We talk about Disney adults, hiking versus cruising, and the poop cruise. We talk about favorite vloggers, overgrown parks, and rocks. We talk about horror movies, bad sequels, and 4D theater experiences. Finally, we name a goose.
Episode 39 | It’s Not Pumpkin Yet (The Homegoods episode)
In this episode we talk about driving habits, blinkers, and the unwritten rules of the road. We talk about funny car moments, geese, and people rushing to the gym. We joke about gangs, friendly gangs, and slang like “nuff said.” We talk about dancing, dapping people up, and high fives. We share stories about school, vice principals, and stealing from stores as teenagers. We go shopping at HomeGoods, talk about décor, Halloween items, and pet supplies. We joke about Costco, mattress stores, and theories about money laundering. We talk about social media trends, viral kids like the wrestler and b...
Episode 38 | Augusto De Busto Heat Waves
In this episode we talk about Amanda’s obsession with buying Labubuus on the Whatnot app and how it’s replaced her gambling habit, Kyle’s daily Solitaire streak, and Andrew’s thoughts on fads like Webkinz, Pokémon Go, and Tamagotchis. We also talk about Amanda’s dreams, sleep paralysis, and weird sleep experiences. Then Andrew shares his movie reviews — including “Together,” “Weapons,” and “Blink Twice” — leading into a discussion about modern horror films, streaming, and movie theaters. Later, we get into YouTubers making movies, summer heat waves, creating new holidays, Amanda’s twin gene, and a ridiculous bit about Kyle having quintup...
Bri Bonus: We Bike for Linda [The Movie Episode]
In this bonus episode of And Whatnot, Andrew and Bri take the mics outdoors for a casual ride-and-talk session, chatting about film production, favorite gear and gadgets, lost media discoveries, college memories, horror movies like Evil Dead and The Shining, rediscovered classics like Linda (1960), math and teaching, seasonal favorites from fall weather to pumpkin snacks, movie soundtracks, and why low-key actors often make the best performances.
All while biking to catch the sunset.
Movies Mentioned in this episode:
Linda (1960)Symptoms (1974)The Shining (1980)Evil Dead (1981)Evil Dead II (1987)Dawn of the Dead (1978)Night of the...Episode 37 | Goats, Gambles & Labubu
In this one, we talk about the Labubu craze, what it’s like doing goat yoga, the weirdest slang we’ve heard, funny childhood stories, some wild gambling methods, strange pet names, and all the random tangents that come with it.
Episode 36 | Aura Farming Allergies
In this one we talk about:
Allergiesis meatloaf the whitest food?Regulating heatWhodunnit in real lifeJellyfish stingsiTouch game high scoresObscure youtubersEpisode 35 | Escape From Fire Island
In this episode, we talk about…
running a 5K and dealing with sore calves,Kyle’s trip to North Carolina,spontaneous weekend adventures,bowling highs and lows, and a surprise journey out to Fire Island.Episode 34 | Gassy Glizzy Gobblin' Mandarin Lessons
In this one it's just me and Amanda. We talk about Kyle’s gobblin, bad movie theater experiences, the new F1 movie, Squid Game season three, and a preschool Mandarin class gone gassy. We also get into weird snacks, trying new foods, and Amanda’s baking. Like always, we somehow end up talking about food by the end.
Episode 33 | The Nightmare Roommate
In this one, we talk about nightmare roommate stories, strange conspiracies about ticks and mold, weird encounters on the street, and some close calls with cars. We also get into stories about drinking, driving, and questionable decisions from the past
Episode 32 | Can a Dumb Baby Rewrite History?
In this one, we talk about changing history where you get sent back to yourself as a five-year-old and you have to convince your parents that you are actually an adult. Oh yeah its a hypothetical episode.
Episode 31 | Where the Red White & Blue Fern Grows
This is the book episode. We talk about YA novels, Amelia Earhart getting eaten, the room, the movie vs book debate, jump scares in a book, Harry Potter new series that Amanda is in, bad marketing, and M3GAN 2
Episode 30 | We are ANTI-Homework!
In this episode, we retail some old stories that we've already told, we talked about teachers, we talk about mistakes we've made, and furthermore, we're just anti-homework. If you like homework, you can beat it nerdizoid!
Episode 29 | Amanda Goes to Switzerland
Amanda tells us about her Switzerland Journey and she DOES not do the sound of music
Episode 28 | Longest you've held it in?
We talk about the worst we've ever had to pee, hangovers, my dementia dog, I went to the wrong movie, choking on jawbreakers, circling back, are we deaf?
Kyle Krew 5 | Tech Deck Smells
In this one we talk about how to broach the subject of smells, missing parts of high school and college, kids going after teachers (and vice versa), my big glass slag story, big points of view, plymouth rock, weird fingers, Wii Games, and Mickey 17
Episode 27 | Brand New Barnyard Flavor [SEASON 2 PREMIERE]
Welcome Back to &WhatNot! In season two its gettin freakin wild because in this one we talking about lactose intolerance, pasteurized milk, lent, running again, raw foods, sloth encounters, and our victory over Talk Tuah.
Episode 26 | SO LONG 2024 [SEASON 1 FINALE]
We say goodbye to all the real ones. We'll miss you Jimmy, Haley, Geyser, and all the others! It's been such a fun year. Thank you all for tuning in and we'll see you next year!
Episode 25 | An Ode to Geyser Celsius Fontaine
Wow this was supposed to be released towards thanksgiving. We talk about turkey, kyle being PISSED, high school creepy teachers, advanced placement, SAT scores, our favorite goose (he has passed). Happy thanksgiving yall
Episode 24 | Spooky Mobility Scooter Insurance Fraud Halloween
I guess this is the halloween episode? We talk about what we remember about halloweens past, insurance fraud scams, the tunnels under our cities, and our trust of parking garage employees
Episode 23 | THE COSTCO EPISODE
In this episode we go to costco. Listen this episode is messy as hell the audio is all over the place and we basically just eat food and chat. You can skip this one lmao
Episode 22 | You Can Be My Bromine (Bromide)
In this episode, we talk about the fall, rearing its head in, watching scary movies, some other stuff, I recorded this like a month ago, and then talking about cringe stuff that we were forced to do in school and stay tuned till the end to hear a beautiful rendition of the original song "You Can Be My Bromine (Bromide)"