Dungeons & Dragons vs. Monopoly: a strategic debate

Dungeons & Dragons vs. Monopoly: a strategic debate

Author: Brains On Universe September 12, 2024 Duration: 39:39
Today’s debate has lots of dice and is very nice. Get ready for a game night delight, because it’s Dungeons & Dragons vs. Monopoly! We’ve got Smash Boom Best Producer Anna Weggel ready to pass Go for team Monopoly and comedy writer Sam Suksiri is here to dominate for team Dungeons & Dragons! Who will be crowned the Smash Boom Best? Vote below for the team YOU think won! This episode’s sponsor: Help your kids learn to earn, save, spend wisely, and invest with Greenlight, the debit card and money app for teens. Visit Greenlight.com/inclined. Also… do you have your Smarty Pass yet? Get yours today for just $4/month (or $36/year) and get bonus episodes every month, and ad-free versions of every episode of Brains On, Smash Boom Best, Moment of Um and Forever Ago. Visit www.smartypass.org to get your Smarty Pass today. As an added bonus, your Smarty Pass will grant you access to a super special debate starring Sanden and Molly! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ever find yourself in a heated discussion about whether a dragon would beat a unicorn in a race, or if pizza is truly superior to tacos? That's the spirited, hilarious territory explored in Smash Boom Best. Created by the Brains On Universe, this audio series turns those playful, everyday debates into a structured and wildly entertaining competition. Each episode pits two fascinating subjects against each other-think Pikachu versus Mario, mermaids versus Bigfoot, or even refrigerators versus toilets-and a team of clever, passionate debaters goes to bat for their side. They bring a mix of surprising facts, heartfelt enthusiasm, and laugh-out-loud humor to build their case. It’s not just about declaring a winner; it’s about the joy of the argument itself, listening to different perspectives, and maybe even changing your mind. Designed for curious kids and their families, this podcast transforms listening into an interactive experience where you get to weigh the evidence and pick your champion. The conversations are smart enough to make you think and silly enough to make you snort, proving that learning how to defend your favorite thing can be the most fun game of all. Tune in and discover how something as simple as popcorn facing off against lollipops can spark so much creativity and critical thinking for everyone involved.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

Smash Boom Best: A funny, smart debate show for kids and family
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