This is a special message following This Week In Nihilism from the week of December 25, 2017. NPN asks that you rate this podcast as many stars as possible, and review it kindly, knowing that both stars and kind words are free to you and in infinite supply. (Nothingness and harsh words are also free to you and in infinite supply; however, NPN produ…

This Week In Nihilism: your source for none of the news that matters. This week, our team covers the end of the "war on Christmas" in the landmass arbitrarily known as the United States, the ongoing investigation into the alleged interference in the 2016 U.S. presidential election, and as always, nihilism in popular culture, the weather, and the Ni…

It's an encore presentation of A Nihilist Family Christmas special, now a yearly tradition on the Nihilist Podcast Network. Nestled beneath the outline of snow-capped mountains sits the all-American town of Lutzen. The honest folk there are going about their business, getting in their cars and driving home, having fully exchanged their short day fo…

The Greek chorus of Sisyphus fan fiction writers chimes in again with an episode written and read by Bill Kracke. As always, this episode of The Sisyphist includes a description of one day in the life of Sisyphus, a man doomed for eternity to push a boulder up a mountain all day, and chase it down the mountain all night. The chorus asks that you ra…

This Week In Nihilism issues corrections on past programs, including the Nihilist Research Council's assessments of #peaknihilism, and the Nihilist Health Minute. NPN asks that you rate this podcast as many stars as possible, and review it kindly, knowing that both stars and kind words are free to you and in infinite supply. (Nothingness and harsh …

"What's the Meaning of This?" is a show about the nonsense meaning behind everything that exists. This week's expert is here to talk about ¯_(ツ)_/¯. Expert: RaeAnne LaBelle, a pseudonym Host: Geoff Mattheis NPN asks that you rate this podcast as many stars as there are shrugs in the world, and review it kindly, knowing that the words you spend doin…

This week in its Thanksgiving-themed episode, Nihilist ASMR host Serenity Brixwater brings a holiday series of 10 sounds designed to meaninglessly stimulate your brain cells. Sounds included in this episode: Weekly purr: Charlie Leaves Holiday traffic Axe Kitchen disaster Awkward family dinner conversations Whipped cream Women cleaning up after Tha…

The Advyss is a call-in program with radio personality and advice guru Darlene Dobbs. When you stare into the Advyss, the Advyss stares back into you. Today your Advysor apologizes in a manner that completely fulfills the requirements of the legal department and the network producers for drinking beer on the job, and then answers several more quest…

"This One Time..." is a show of stories that, like our lives, have no purpose -- but DO have an end. This is episode 5 from Bill Baxter, who tells about a time he went to a bar. Content Warning: Contains brief description of violence. The Nihilist Podcast Network asks that you review this podcast kindly, using as many words as you choose, and rate …

The Greek chorus of Sisyphus fan fiction writers chimes in with an episode written by Paul Obarowski and read by Mandie Miles, with a special message from Sisyphist veteran Sarah Harmer. In this episode of The Sisyphist, Sisyphus does all the usual things and no additional ones. As always, this episode of The Sisyphist includes a description of one…

This Week In Nihilism: your source for none of the news that matters. This week, our team covers the fact that Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands are a part of the landmass arbitrarily known as the United States, as well as the U.S. price increase for admission to national parks, and as always, nihilism in popular culture, the weather, and the…

It's a Nihilist Family Summer Vacation special! Floating in the endless void of blackness, there sits a tiny point of light. And in that warmth, the tiny little life on a tiny speck of sand flourishes. Vegetation opens its leaves, insects emerge from their dormancy, and the humans, in turn, also emerge from their own insulated cocoons. During this …

In a world...where one family...dares to go on vacation... Join the Nihilist Family on Thursday, September 21st, 2017, or any day after that, for a summer vacation radio drama, wherever podcasts are found. A Nihilist Family Summer Vacation is presented for your enjoyment by Cookie Pie Cakes. The Dorky Teen was played by Patrick Habersang Jimothy Jr…

This Week In Nihilism: your source for none of the news that matters. This week, our team covers the anti-humanitarian efforts of neo-Nazis in the landmass arbitrarily known as the United States, as well as the U.S. president's non-condemnation of Naziism, and as always, nihilism in popular culture, the weather, and the Nietzsche quote of the week.…

This week on Let's Wine About It, host Claudio Bellington discusses what makes temperanillos so red. This episode was sponsored by Grandel Hammerstein representing Greg's Great Grapes, sponsored by Peter Pettering's Paper Products, sponsored by The Advyss endorsing Murphy's Mattresses, sponsored by Rocks. Tune in next week for a review of Sauvingno…

This Week In Nihilism: your source for all of the news from SiphCon 2017. In this special edition of This Week In Nihilism, our team covers the highs and lows of the Sisyphist Convention 2017, including the Sisimulator, the unprecedented tension between purist and innovator factions of Sisyphus fan fiction writers, and a surprise appearance by a at…

"What's the Meaning of This?" is a show about the nonsense meaning behind everything that exists. This week's expert is here to talk about language, and also candy. Linguistics expert: Leanne Butler Host: Geoff Mattheis NPN asks that you rate this podcast as many stars as there are words in the world, and review it kindly, knowing that the words yo…

The Greek chorus of Sisyphus fan fiction writers chimes in with an episode written and read by Eric R. Hill. In this episode of The Sisyphist, Sisyphus vows to never drink again after a night of debauchery and regret. (Warning: possible sexual assault described) As always, this episode of The Sisyphist includes a description of one day in the life …

This week in its 50th episode, Nihilist ASMR host Serenity Brixwater brings an extra-special series of 10 sounds designed to meaninglessly stimulate your brain cells. Sounds included in this episode: Candy wrappers Rice pouring Carrot chopping Door shutting Weekly Purr: Weirdo McFeardo Childless Playground Thunderstorm (with rain) Jet engine Black …

The Advyss is a call-in program with radio personality and advice guru Darlene Dobbs. When you stare into the Advyss, the Advyss stares back into you. Today your Advysor answers questions about what to do when the beer runs out, whether to believe Alex Jones or NASA, and what's crazier than a bag of cats. First caller: Leanne Butler Second caller: …

"This One Time..." is a show of stories that, like our lives, have no purpose -- but DO have an end. This is episode 4 from Bill Baxter, who tells about a time he went swimming. The Nihilist Podcast Network asks that you review this podcast kindly, using as many words as you choose, and rate it five stars.…

The Greek chorus of Sisyphus fan fiction writers chimes in with an episode written and read by Drew Bagley. In this episode of The Sisyphist, Sisyphus tells of his travails at an open mic poetry night. As always, this episode of The Sisyphist includes a description of one day in the life of Sisyphus, a man doomed for eternity to push a boulder up a…

This Week In Nihilism: your source for none of the news that matters. This week, our team covers the anti-humanitarian efforts of the United States government, an update on the official rating of "peak nihilism," and as always, nihilism in popular culture, the weather, and the Nietzsche quote of the week. NPN asks that you rate this podcast as many…

This Week In Nihilism: your source for none of the news that matters. This week, our team covers protests in Turkey and Venezuela, some of the lies told by the President of the United States, the official rating of "peak nihilism," and as always, nihilism in popular culture, the weather, and the Nietzsche quote of the week. NPN asks that you rate t…

In this special episode, Nihilist Podcast Network show hosts come together to join the #trypod campaign that ended several weeks ago, in order to recommend additional podcasts for your waking hours that conform to the high nihilist standard you have come to expect from NPN. Listen to these additional podcasts when you have exhausted the shows made …

The Greek chorus of Sisyphus fan fiction writers chimes in again with the episode written by Paul Obarowski and read by Felipe Salas-Ogilvie. As always, this episode of The Sisyphist includes a description of one day in the life of Sisyphus, a man doomed for eternity to push a boulder up a mountain all day, and chase it down the mountain all night.…

"What's the Meaning of This?" is a show about the nonsense meaning behind everything that exists. This week's expert is here to talk about teaching and the future of education. Teacher: Ellen Risdol or Nancy Reagan Host: Geoff Mattheis NPN asks that you rate this podcast as many stars as there are students in the world, and review it kindly, knowin…

This episode of The Reckoning Radio Hour features an interview with Amelia Earhart, discussing her achievements in flying while she was still above ground. Hades also starts the show with an informational song detailing what deads will not find when they've been laid to rest. This week's musical guest is Trouble's Afoot, playing their song "Tom Dea…

The Greek chorus of Sisyphus fan fiction writers chimes in with an episode written and read by Chris Revel In this episode of The Sisyphist, Sisyphus gets a day off from pushing the rock, only to find himself assigned to another sisyphean task. As always, this episode of The Sisyphist includes a description of one day in the life of Sisyphus, a man…

The Advyss is a call-in program with radio personality and advice guru Darlene Dobbs. When you stare into the Advyss, the Advyss stares back into you. Today your Advysor answers questions of a philosophical nature, about rules, about lying, and about what to do when someone won't stop trying to convert you to their ideology. First caller: Jeffrey W…

"This One Time..." is a show of stories that, like our lives, have no purpose -- but DO have an end. This is episode 3 from Bill Baxter, who muses on the subject of death. (If you have children with you and you would like them to remain illusioned about death for now, you may not want to have them listen to this episode. Similarly, if you are feeli…

The Greek chorus of Sisyphus fan fiction writers chimes in with an episode written and read by Paul Obarowski. This futuristic Sisyphist takes us into the expanses of outer space, and the cramped interiors of the machines that allow humans to live there. As always, this episode of The Sisyphist includes a description of one day in the life of Sisyp…

This Week In Nihilism: your source for none of the news that matters. This week, our team covers the inauguration of the 45th U.S. president, the newly appointed cabinet members and heads of departments, and the oldly elected Congress, and as always, nihilism in popular culture, the weather, and the Nietzsche quote of the week. NPN asks that you ra…

The Advyss is a call-in program with radio personality and advice guru Darlene Dobbs. When you stare into the Advyss, the Advyss stares back into you. This episode features questions about Valentine's Day, as the wise and all-seeing network producers do their best to cash in on the corporate holiday that reminds us all that love makes our lives "wo…

This Week In Nihilism: your source for none of the news that matters. This week, our team covers the outcome of the U.S. presidential election, "holiday season" events, and as always, nihilism in popular culture, the weather, and the Nietzsche quote of the week. NPN asks that you rate this podcast as many stars as possible, and review it kindly, kn…

It's a Nihilist Family Christmas special! Nestled beneath the outline of snow-capped mountains sits the all-American town of Lutzen. The honest folk there are going about their business, getting in their cars and driving home, having fully exchanged their short day for money paper. The children, having finished assembling their rotund snowpeople, d…

The Greek chorus of Sisyphus fan fiction writers chimes in with an episode pianoed by Paul Obarowski. As always, this episode of The Sisyphist includes a description of one day in the life of Sisyphus, a man doomed for eternity to push a boulder up a mountain all day, and chase it down the mountain all night. The chorus asks that you rate this podc…

Welcome to Cynthia Friend's stunning hellscape of a yard, explored as always by "At Home With Nothing" host Jon Hobart. Find out how to get the same results on your property by reading Friend's recently released book "The Surrender Garden: For Dust We Are and To Dust We Shall Return," now available in hardcover, paperback and audiobook editions! NP…

This episode of The Reckoning Radio Hour features an interview with Jonathan Edwards, who's on the show to talk with Hades, our host, discussing his most famous sermon from the brief, fleeting time he was alive, called "Sinners In the Hands of an Angry God." This week's musical guests are The Dirt Naps, performing their song "Wars to be Won." This …

If you would like us to stop wasting your time with pledge drives, pay us to stop, please. Our pledge drive interrupts a riveting live performance of 30 Minutes of Quiet Weeping by Jean-Paul Beaumont. Hosts requesting your money: Bill Baxter, "This One Time." Darlene Dobbs, "The Advyss." Grandel Hammerstein, "What's the Meaning of This?" Mary Matth…

The Greek chorus of Sisyphus fan fiction writers chimes in with an episode led by Mary Mattheis. As always, this episode of The Sisyphist includes a description of one day in the life of Sisyphus, a man doomed for eternity to push a boulder up a mountain all day, and chase it down the mountain all night. The chorus asks that you rate this podcast a…

"What's the Meaning of This?" is a show about the nonsense meaning behind everything that exists. This week's expert is here to talk about art. Artist: Clare Obarowski Host: Geoff Mattheis NPN asks that you rate this podcast as many stars as there are artworks in the world, and review it knowing that the words you spend doing so probably aren't tru…

The Advyss is a call-in program with radio personality and advice guru Darlene Dobbs. When you stare into the Advyss, the Advyss stares back into you. This episode features calls about what to do if you don't want to take out the recycling, or if your roommates are always taking your flip-flops. First caller: Patrick Habersang Second caller: Felipe…

"This One Time..." is a show of stories that, like our lives, have no purpose -- but DO have an end. This is episode 2 from Bill Baxter. The Nihilist Podcast Network asks that you review this podcast kindly, using as many words as you choose, and rate it five stars. Extemporaneous speaker: Drew Brathwaite Theme Song: Paul Obarowski Producers: Paul …

The Greek chorus of Sisyphus fan fiction writers chimes in with an episode written and read by Bill Kracke. As always, this episode of The Sisyphist includes a description of one day in the life of Sisyphus, a man doomed for eternity to push a boulder up a mountain all day, and chase it down the mountain all night. The chorus asks that you rate thi…

This Week In Nihilism: your source for none of the news that matters. This week, our team covers "the word on the street" about the U.S. presidential race, and as always, nihilism in popular culture, as well as the weather and the Nietzsche quote of the week. NPN asks that you rate this podcast as many stars as possible, and review it kindly, knowi…

Floating Through the Endless Void: A Guided Sleep Meditation for Nihilists Use this sleep meditation to help yourself fall asleep while pondering the essential meaninglessness of the universe. Comfort yourself with the knowledge that your worries can do nothing to stave off your inevitable doom. Read by Sarah Harmer Written by Alicia Watkins Music …

The Greek chorus of Sisyphus fan fiction writers chimes in with a special between-seasons anthology edition episode written and read by Phil "The Drill" Burgess. Typically, an episode of The Sisyphist includes a description of one day in the life of Sisyphus, a man doomed for eternity to push a boulder up a mountain all day, and chase it down the m…

This Week In Nihilism: your source for none of the news that matters. This week, our team covers the meaningless topics of Brexit and U.S. presidential votes actually mattering, and as always, nihilism in popular culture, as well as the weather and the Nietzsche quote of the week. NPN asks that you rate this podcast as many stars as possible, and r…

The Greek chorus of Sisyphus fan fiction writers chimes in with an episode written and read by Sarah Harmer. As always, this episode of The Sisyphist includes a description of one day in the life of Sisyphus, a man doomed for eternity to push a boulder up a mountain all day, and chase it down the mountain all night. The chorus asks that you rate th…