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

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

Smash Boom Best is a funny, smart debate show for kids and families from the makers of the award-winning podcast, Brains On! from APM Studios. Every episode takes two cool things, smashes them together and lets you decide which is best: Pikachu vs. Mario, Lollipops vs. Popcorn, Flamingos vs. Axolotls, Mermaids vs. Bigfoot, Cats vs. Dogs, Spiderman vs. Batman, Refrigerators vs. Toilets, Minecraft vs. Lego… the list goes on. Our star-studded line-up of debaters use facts and passion to make their case, teaching listeners how to defend their opinions along the way! Past debaters include Tim Platt, cast member of the comedy narrative play podcast Rude Tales of Magic, comedian and writer Jenny Yang, Minneapolis-based rapper NUR-D, comedian and creator of the Story Pirates Peter McNerney, Radio Ambulante’s Daniel Alarcón, journalist and host of Into It Sam Sanders, host of Terrible, Thanks for Asking Nora McInerney, food-writer Kenji Lopez-Alt and many, many more. To top it off, our State of Debate segment shows listeners how to identify logical fallacies in the wild. Ad hominem attacks and bandwagon fallacies, be gone! So if you’re looking to ignite a funny, feisty debate on your next roadtrip, or just want some amusing arguments for your kids to consider while they fall asleep… tune into Smash Boom Best, where we make debate – a blast!

Smash Boom Best is a funny, smart debate show for kids and families from the makers of the award-winning podcast, Brains On! from APM Studios. Every episode takes two cool things, smashes them together and lets you decide which is best: Pikachu vs. Mario, Lollipops vs. Popcorn, Flamingos vs. Axolotls, Mermaids vs. Bigfoot, Cats vs. Dogs, Spiderman vs. Batman, Refrigerators vs. Toilets, Minecraft vs. Lego… the list goes on. Our star-studded line-up of debaters use facts and passion to make their case, teaching listeners how to defend their opinions along the way! Past debaters include Tim Platt, cast member of the comedy narrative play podcast Rude Tales of Magic, comedian and writer Jenny Yang, Minneapolis-based rapper NUR-D, comedian and creator of the Story Pirates Peter McNerney, Radio Ambulante’s Daniel Alarcón, journalist and host of Into It Sam Sanders, host of Terrible, Thanks for Asking Nora McInerney, food-writer Kenji Lopez-Alt and many, many more. To top it off, our State of Debate segment shows listeners how to identify logical fallacies in the wild. Ad hominem attacks and bandwagon fallacies, be gone! So if you’re looking to ignite a funny, feisty debate on your next roadtrip, or just want some amusing arguments for your kids to consider while they fall asleep… tune into Smash Boom Best, where we make debate – a blast!

 

#193

A big update about Smash Boom Best and the Brains On Universe

We're moving the Brains On Universe Headquarters, and that means we have to stop putting o... more

11 Jun 2025

02 MINS

02:56

11 Jun 2025


#192

Goats vs. Boa Constrictors: a curious debate

Today’s debate pairs a nimble climber with a silent slitherer – it’s Goats vs. Boa Constri... more

29 May 2025

34 MINS

34:50

29 May 2025


#191

Gandalf vs. Snape: a hero debate

Today’s debate is a magical matchup between two wizards - one lives on Middle Earth, the o... more

22 May 2025

38 MINS

38:37

22 May 2025


#190

Smarty Pass Sneak Peek: And that’s how a BLANK saved my family

Molly, Aron and Anna W. are grabbing ice cream after a live show and having a nice, cozy c... more

20 May 2025

01 MINS

01:42

20 May 2025


#189

Forts vs. Puzzles: a constructive debate

Today’s debate requires a little concentration and is seen across the nation. Put your han... more

15 May 2025

37 MINS

37:28

15 May 2025


#188

Jelly Beans vs. Beans: a flavorful debate

Today’s debate is a mouthwatering showdown between a colorful sweet treat and the goon of ... more

08 May 2025

31 MINS

31:52

08 May 2025


#187

Accordions vs. Bagpipes: a musical debate

Today’s debate is a majestic musical showdown – it’s accordions vs. bagpipes! Singing the ... more

01 May 2025

41 MINS

41:18

01 May 2025


#186

Frankenstein’s Monster vs. Frosty the Snowman: a chilling debate

Today’s debate is a battle between two legendary characters: Frankenstein's Monster vs. Fr... more

24 Apr 2025

35 MINS

35:35

24 Apr 2025


#185

Forever Ago: The history and mystery of mayonnaise

Hey Smash Boom Besties! Today we're bringing you an extra special episode from our sister ... more

17 Apr 2025

30 MINS

30:35

17 Apr 2025


#184

Smarty Pass Bonus: Mini-Mosties

Molly is paging through piles of maps, trying to pick the ideal spots to visit during the ... more

14 Apr 2025

01 MINS

01:41

14 Apr 2025


#183

Tag vs. Hide and Seek: an exhilarating debate

Today’s debate is a fun-filled face-off between two timeless playground favorites. It’s Ta... more

10 Apr 2025

33 MINS

33:40

10 Apr 2025


#182

Eclipses vs. Aurora Borealis: a celestial debate

Today’s debate is an out-of-this-world throwdown between two dazzling sky spectacles – Ecl... more

03 Apr 2025

32 MINS

32:51

03 Apr 2025


#181

Ketchup vs. Ranch: a saucy debate

Today’s debate is a captivating clash of two condiments. It’s Ketchup vs. Ranch! We’ve got... more

27 Mar 2025

31 MINS

31:56

27 Mar 2025