Toilets vs Refrigerators: A fan favorite encore

Toilets vs Refrigerators: A fan favorite encore

Author: Brains On Universe April 16, 2026 Duration: 40:40
Today, we’ve got a brawl between two things we’d hate to live without. It’s refrigerators vs. toilets! Terrible, Thanks for Asking creator Nora McInerny and reporter Jill Replogle duke it out in this feisty fixture face-off. But which team will claim the throne? Stone cold fridges? Or savvy lavvies? Shimmy over to smashboom.org, and vote for the team that YOU think won! Want to support the show? Join Smarty Pass to listen to ad-free episodes or donate!Want to see Brains On live?!? We are probably coming to a city near you. For a complete list of shows and links to tickets head to our events page. More shows announced soon!April 25 - Marines Memorial, San Francisco, CA (2nd show added!)April 26 - Newmark Theater, Portland, ORMay 30 - Electric City, Buffalo, NYMay 31 - Royal Theatre, Toronto, ON (2nd show added!)June 6 - Michigan Theater, Ann Arbor, MIJune 20 - Southern Theater, Columbus, OHJune 21 - Turner Hall Ballroom, Milwaukee, WIClick here for a transcript of this episode.

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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