Best Todd Hersey Podcasts (2025)

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The Great Road Trip Restrictions Debate 19:14

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1M ago19:14

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Crystal throws the TodCast PodCast boys a challenge: You’re driving for five hours—only one artist, one snack or meal, and one drink allowed. Todd and Eric take the scenario and immediately crank it to 17. Because five hours? That’s amateur hour. • Coffee vs. Mountain Dew: The caffeinated battle of wills • Wendy’s vs. McDonald’s: Drive-thru loyalty…

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Iocaine Powder, Shark Socks, and the Pepto-Bismol Gauntlet 19:59

3M ago19:59

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Eric’s stomach might be in distress, but his imagination is firing on all cylinders. In this episode, he and Todd explore everything from obscure medication metaphors to deep-seated shark trauma—and somehow still have room for sock-based hacks and Princess Bride references. Pepto Infinity Stones: Eric wonders aloud—has anyone completed the full Pep…

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Parentheses, Pranks, and Power Wheels Full of Candy 12:53

3M ago12:53

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Eric kicks things off by confusing parentheses with quotation marks (and maybe third-grade grammar in general), leading to an episode full of playful roasts, nostalgic rabbit holes, and philosophical debates about legacy candy storage. Todd stands by with clarifications and calm judgment. Parentheses Panic: Eric discovers that the keyboard characte…

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Cake on Cake at 8: A Morning of Mischief, Music, and Microblogging 50:04

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Eric kicks off his day in style—with actual cake while listening to the band Cake, before 8 a.m. Naturally, it sparks a cascade of randomness that only the TodCast PodCast can deliver. From Spotify stunts to prank store nostalgia, and even Civil War-style Facebook journaling, this one’s got it all. The Cake Combo: Eric achieves audio-snack nirvana—…

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Eric’s Hook Scheme: Manipulating Spotify One Day at a Time 27:33

3M ago27:33

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Eric unveils his latest long-term musical stunt—an elaborate plot to rig his Spotify Wrapped. What started as a rebellion against bad algorithmic assumptions has spiraled into a daily ritual of obscure 90s jams, folksy earworms, and trolling his daughter with Gordon Lightfoot. Todd listens in with a mix of admiration and mild confusion. Hooked on H…

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ADHD Superpowers: Gift, Curse, or Just an Excuse for Chaos? 1:02:41

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Todd and Eric dive into the double-edged sword that is ADHD—does it grant them superhuman multitasking abilities, or does it just make life a constant game of mental pinball? In this episode, they attempt to harness the power of distraction while tackling their usual chaos. Is ADHD a Superpower? Eric and Todd debate whether their hyperfocus and mul…

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Is Eric Still 16? A Deep Dive into Eternal Adolescence 14:12

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Todd and Eric tackle an existential crisis—has Eric actually grown up, or is he just a 16-year-old with a corporate card? In this episode, they break down what it really means to be an adult, whether a lifelong love of Disney and wrestling counts as emotional stagnation, and why midlife crises might just be an excuse to finally do cool stuff. Trapp…

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Gluten Tubes, Pasta Power Rankings, and the Science of Sneezing 38:21

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Todd and Eric go from a full-blown sneeze crisis to a deep dive on pasta, gluten, and the structural integrity of wagon wheels (the pasta, not the transportation). This episode has absolutely no reason to exist, yet here we are. Sneeze Count Madness: Eric wakes up trapped in a never-ending sneeze loop. Todd offers no solutions. The Origins of ‘Bles…

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WIGS Certified: The New Benchmark for Online Legends 30:54

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Todd and Eric go deep down the rabbit hole in this episode, uncovering their new life mission: achieving the legendary WIGS status (Wikipedia, IMDB, Goodreads, and Spotify). But why stop there when they could turn it into an EGOT? The Power of Fun: Eric's 2024 mission is to prioritize fun, but does that include trying to game IMDB credits? Absolute…

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Mug Hierarchy: The Science (and Chaos) of Choosing the Right Cup 32:05

6M ago32:05

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What makes one mug superior to another? Is there a proper way to organize your cups? Does a glass mug actually make milk taste better? Todd and Eric dive deep into mug hierarchy, covering the absurd, the practical, and the completely unnecessary rules of cup selection. Cabinet Politics: Todd and Eric analyze how mugs are stored, used, and why some …

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I Listen to Podcasts on My Phone: A Linguistic Experiment 11:05

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In this special bonus episode, Todd is joined by executive producer Abby to dive into a long-lost audio experiment from 2021. What started as a casual observation about Ohio Valley accents turned into a full-fledged linguistic study (or, at least, a hilarious excuse to make people say the same phrase over and over again). The Origin Story: How a si…

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Everybody’s Podcasting and Nobody Can Do an Aussie Accent 33:18

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This week, Todd and Eric get sidetracked (again) and deliver a chaotic mix of accents, podcast nostalgia, and mildly concerning rabbit holes. It’s the TodCast PodCast you know and love—awkward, hilarious, and a little bit absurd. Todd’s Accent Extravaganza: Scottish dwarves, Southern drawls, and a surprisingly passable redneck—Todd’s got them all. …

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Ice Piles, Pain Tournaments, and Million-Dollar Mac & Cheese Trucks 36:42

6M ago36:42

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Todd and Eric are back with an episode full of absurdity, nostalgia, and brilliant (yet questionable) business ideas. From debating the worst kinds of pain to envisioning a mac and cheese truck empire, this episode has it all. Tournament of Pains: Toothaches vs. earaches vs. broken bones—what truly reigns supreme? Core Memories: Todd relives a trag…

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Mixtapes, Nostalgia, and the Great Spotify Conundrum 46:14

7M ago46:14

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Todd and Eric dive into a spirited discussion about cassettes, music discovery, and the chaos they’ve unleashed on Spotify’s algorithm. With a touch of nostalgia and their usual sarcastic wit, they tackle everything from Christian music mixtapes to the quirks of modern rap. Cassette Chronicles: Eric stumbles upon a stash of vintage mixtapes, sparki…

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The TodCast PodCast Rises from the Ashes! 42:06

7M ago42:06

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The TodCast PodCast is back, and no, it’s not because you begged for it (although you totally should have). After an extended hiatus—let’s call it a “creative sabbatical”—Todd and Eric return to grace your ears with their signature blend of wisdom, nonsense, and the occasional pointless debate. Hiatus Hijinks: Todd and Eric discuss why they ghosted…

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The Book of Eric: Chapter One – Blocks, Dogs, and the Great Sock Soak of ’87 28:14

1+ y ago28:14

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In this origin-story-style episode, Todd prompts Eric to dig deep and open The Book of Eric. From dogs lost to foggy fields of memory, to nap time rebellions and paper mâché wonderlands, they piece together Eric’s earliest moments—with a healthy dose of sibling banter, vague 80s nostalgia, and accidental emotional archaeology. Earliest Memory: Eric…

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The New Heights Podcast (Podcast): Heights, Fears, and Accidental Taylor Swift Prophecies 32:49

1+ y ago32:49

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Todd and Eric Trojan horse the concept of the New Heights podcast—with zero actual Kelsey brothers but plenty of talk about heights, fears, and one fantasy football draft that might have altered pop culture forever. Taylor Swift, Fantasy Football, and Destiny: Todd unknowingly drafts Taylor, Swift, and Kelsey in one epic fantasy football session—sp…

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"1984" - Banned Book Club 37:55

1+ y ago37:55

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Abby, Todd, and Eric join forces once again as the Banned Book Club to discuss "1984" by George Orwell. There are lessons to be learned here, but they are gonna bum you out...sometimes that is just how it goes. Connect with Todd and Eric: Check out our website at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://todcastpodcast.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…

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Two Guys Yelling at (and about) the Sun 26:40

1+ y ago26:40

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It’s grumpy hour on the TodCast PodCast as Todd and Eric go full-on daylight savings rant mode. This one’s for anyone who's ever lost an hour of sleep and vowed revenge against the government, Ben Franklin, and the Earth’s axial tilt. The War on the Clock: Todd and Eric question the logic of daylight saving time, time zones, and whether anyone real…

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March Madness Bracket Challenge: The Cereal Bowl 58:13

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Todd and Eric dive spoon-first into a 64-entry March Madness-style tournament to crown the ultimate cereal mascot. From nostalgic faves to deep-cut disasters, it’s a chaotic, sugar-fueled battle to the (marshmallowy) death—complete with duplicates, disqualifications, and a suspiciously overpowered leprechaun. The Bracket Is Breakfast: 64 mascots (g…

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The Omni Goes to Ireland: Green Fields, Potato Wars, and Jedi Porgs 43:23

1+ y ago43:23

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In this episode, Todd and Eric fire up the Omni and head to the Emerald Isle to uncover the myths, history, and murky confusion surrounding Ireland. From St. Patrick's pirate backstory to the Star Wars set location you didn’t know was real, the guys dive into Irish culture with their signature blend of curiosity, sarcasm, and just enough historical…

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Monsters on Ice: Eric’s Stadium Double Feature Weekend 31:08

1+ y ago31:08

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Eric returns from a back-to-back stadium extravaganza—Disney on Ice and Monster Jam—and Todd’s got questions. Is Disney on Ice secretly Cirque du Soleil with princesses? Is Gravedigger the Undertaker of trucks? Did Eric break a popcorn bucket in public? Yes to all of the above. Memory Lapse Madness: Eric can’t remember if he’s ever been to a monste…

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Barbie’s Resume: From President to Cat Burglar 36:44

1+ y ago36:44

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Todd and Eric dive headfirst into the dazzling—and deeply confusing—resume of Barbie. With over 200 job titles spanning decades, they do the only logical thing: rank the most absurd, oddly specific, or morally questionable Barbie careers of all time. From dolphin trainer to noodle bar worker to… cat burglar? Barbie the Boomer: If Barbie debuted as …

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Pointless Debates: Big vs Small 22:48

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In a clash of epic (and microscopic) proportions, Todd and Eric face off in a pointless—but passionate—debate: is it better to live large as a towering giant or to shrink down and embrace a tiny life of stealth and resource efficiency? Team Tiny: Eric champions the imaginative appeal of action-figure-sized living, where model train towns become cit…

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“To Kill a Mockingbird” - Banned Book Club 46:51

1+ y ago46:51

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Topics Discussed: Overview of "To Kill a Mockingbird": A brief summary of the novel's plot - YES we give away major SPOILERS. Go read the book and come back in 3-weeks. Introduction to the key characters and the narrative structure. Harper Lee's Influence: Insights into Harper Lee's life, including her background and the motivations that led her to…

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The Serial…we mean…Cereal Podcast 34:01

1+ y ago34:01

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Are you ready for some "Trojan Horsing"? The Todcast PodCast brings to you “The Serial Podcast”….we mean, “The Cereal Podcast”. Todd Hersey and Eric Hersey take a mischievous dive into the cereal realm, putting a unique spin on the format made famous by the renowned "Serial" podcast. Well, not actually. They just talk about cereal. No murders. Get …

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IMDB Top 250 with Todd and Eric: The Shawshank Redemption 44:42

1+ y ago44:42

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In this latest episode of The TodCast PodCast, your hosts Todd and Eric Hersey dive headfirst into the cinematic masterpiece, "The Shawshank Redemption." Brace yourselves for a rollercoaster of wit, humor, and insightful commentary as the dynamic duo kicks off their epic journey through the IMDB Top 250 Movies. Be warned: spoiler alert! If you have…

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Most Expensive Kenner Star Wars Action Figures 42:09

1+ y ago42:09

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Welcome, fellow pop culture enthusiasts, to the grand kickoff of the Top Ten(ish) series, where Todd and Eric, your hosts with a penchant for all things collectible, embark on a cosmic escapade through the vast world of pop culture treasures. In this debut episode, join Todd and the encyclopedic Eric as they delve into the whimsical universe of Sta…

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Dominican Republic: A Tropical Tango of History, Beaches, Baseball Stars, and...Solenodons?! 42:36

1+ y ago42:36

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Get ready to buckle up and cruise with us because today, we're revving up our 1985 Dodge Omni (yep, you heard that right!) for another wild adventure. Eric's first car is our trusty traveling companion, working its magic a lot like Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, whisking us off to explore the sunny shores of the Dominican Republic. So grab your coconut d…

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Welcome to Season Eight (New and Improved!) 31:42

1+ y ago31:42

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New year, new season of the TodCast! Listen as we walk through what to expect in 2024 from the Hersey boys. For those of you who have been with us for a while, you will learn what we are changing from the previous seasons. For anyone that is new, you'll get a taste of what is to come. We certainly hope that you enjoy it and are looking forward to s…

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A Tribute to Our Key Demographic: Saskatchewan, This One’s for You 34:31

1+ y ago34:31

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Todd and Eric wrap up Season 7 with their most researched episode ever—because when you’re honoring Saskatchewan, you don’t phone it in. This is their flannel-wrapped, uranium-fueled love letter to their most loyal listeners in Canada’s most rectangle-shaped province. Geography 101: Where in the heck is Saskatchewan (and why is it wider than your c…

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2023 Achievements in Hobby Extravagance 29:37

1+ y ago29:37

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Todd and Eric end Season 7 of the TodCast PodCast by doing what all seasoned adults do at the end of the new year—reminisce about how they recklessly spent money. From epic home upgrades to childhood dreams realized, this episode is less “year in review” and more “we finally bought the toys we wanted when we were 12.” Todd reveals his greatest crea…

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T&E Raw: Ra Ra 29:54

1+ y ago29:54

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This “raw” edition of the TodCast PodCast doesn’t just skip the edits—it dives deep into personal mythology, obscure prog rock albums, and Napster nostalgia. Eric and Todd reflect on the 1977 Todd Rundgren album Ra by Utopia and the song that shaped their childhoods: “Singring and the Glass Guitar,” an 18-minute prog rock epic and accidental Hersey…

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T&E Raw: Rah Rah 30:33

1+ y ago30:33

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Todd and Eric return with a very raw (read: unedited and maybe caffeinated) episode all about the art and etiquette of cheering. From sports arenas to stand-up shows, the boys explore where and when it’s acceptable to yell like a maniac—and why you might feel oddly compelled to do it. Eric’s top cheer-worthy obsessions: Disney and pro wrestling (no…

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T&E Raw: Raw Raw 41:15

1+ y ago41:15

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What do uncooked chicken, Progresso soup celery chunks, and Monday Night Raw have in common? Apparently... everything. In this fully unedited, unfiltered, and entirely premeditated "raw" episode of the TodCast PodCast, Todd and Eric slice, dice, and (definitely don’t cook) their way through a buffet of raw takes. It’s a crunchy one. Why celery is t…

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Let's Get Fat! The Reverse Fitness Plan You Didn’t Ask For 29:12

1+ y ago29:12

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Todd and Eric launch a bold new health initiative for 2024—one that skips the protein shakes and gym memberships in favor of sweet potatoes, second breakfast, and strategic sedentary living. If you’ve ever wanted an excuse to trade your standing desk for a rascal scooter and your Apple Watch for a deep fryer, this is your episode. Why Thanksgiving …

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Super Hero Sports Bracket 1:11:09

1+ y ago1:11:09

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What happens when you throw superheroes, athletes, and random pop culture icons into a March Madness-style bracket… and force them to play sports? You get the TodCast PodCast's most chaotic tournament yet. Todd and Eric draft a 64-entry bracket of crimefighters, cartoon characters, and questionable mascots to compete across a range of sports—from f…

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Networking, Hersey Style 40:08

1+ y ago40:08

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Todd and Eric tackle the mysterious world of networking—a realm filled with overly enthusiastic handshakes, insincere small talk, and, in Eric’s case, a coffee pot sanctuary. It’s a deep dive into the social anxiety that comes with forced mingling and the coping mechanisms nerdy introverts use to survive. Spoiler: it involves Disney, fantasy footba…

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Hersey Hobby Wagon: Choose Your Own Adventure Books 28:04

1+ y ago28:04

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Strap in as Todd and Eric take the Toddcast PodCast on the road—literally—in the return of the Hersey Hobby Wagon. This time, it’s a nostalgia-fueled journey through the wonderful, weird, and sometimes tragically banned world of Choose Your Own Adventure books. Todd opens the glovebox of memory and pulls out Journey Under the Sea Eric uncovers his …

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Monster Mish-Mash 34:07

1+ y ago34:07

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Eric and Todd open the spooky crypt of childhood trauma, fall nostalgia, and haunted hayrides for a true Halloween hodgepodge. From questionable school field trips to penitentiaries (seriously), to Count Chocula marathons and haunted fun barns, the TodCast PodCast celebrates the season the only way they know how—by wildly veering off-topic. Decorat…

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He's going to Disneyland! 38:30

2y ago38:30

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After a decade of not stepping foot in Walt’s original playground, Eric finally boards a plane (yes, a plane!) for the ultimate Disney pilgrimage: Disneyland. Todd tries to keep up as Eric drops enough trivia to qualify as a park historian while revealing the real reason for the trip—pure, unfiltered theme park nerdery. Why this isn’t just a vacati…

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Vent Gnome Super Powers 32:01

2y ago32:01

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It starts with a mysterious cut behind Eric’s ear and spirals quickly into full-on superhero hypotheticals, mutant sports economics, and a pitch to revive American Gladiators—Canadian style. Todd and Eric explore invisible fantasies, rule-based wizardry, and whether Spider-Man would dominate MLB or just get banned immediately. Vent Gnomes: The orig…

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Let’s Rock (and Kinda Roll): A Day at the Hall of Fame 28:12

2y ago28:12

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Todd and Eric take a family field trip to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland—and return with hot takes, museum critiques, and at least three rants about Weird Al’s absence. This isn’t just a review. It’s a nostalgic, sarcastic, surprisingly detailed exploration of what happens when Gen X dads visit a music shrine that’s part Hard Rock Café, …

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Pointless Debates: School Uniforms 23:42

2y ago23:42

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It’s buttoned-up tradition vs. freewheeling fashion as Todd and Eric dive into a schoolyard showdown: Are school uniforms a brilliant idea or an itchy path to conformity? With the help of Executive Producer Abby’s Envelope of Doom, the guys take opposing sides on this surprisingly complex topic. Eric argues for uniforms, citing wallet-friendly shop…

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All the Favorite Numbers 34:30

2y ago34:30

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In a mathematically chaotic episode of the TodCast PodCast, Todd and Eric go deep—we're talking irrational-number deep—into the idea of favorite numbers. Why do we have them? What makes one number superior to another? And what do Kevin Garnett, Jackie Robinson, AOL email addresses, and WrestleMania IX have to do with it? Eric’s number is 21—thanks …

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So Many Tubes for You: Eric's YouTube Empire (and Miles' Rise to Fame) 47:17

2y ago47:17

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Eric Hersey has a YouTube empire—he just forgot to tell anyone. In this jam-packed episode of the TodCast PodCast, Todd and Eric explore the dozens of mostly real, somewhat unhinged YouTube channels created over the years, all while celebrating the launch of a brand-new channel starring a very important six-year-old. Meet Miles the Terror: toy-laun…

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Self Indulgent Audio Biography, Ch. 11: College Years (Phases 1 and 2) 33:50

2y ago33:50

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Todd and Eric fire up the Self-Indulgent Audio Biography machine to explore the first chapters of Todd's college misadventures—spanning free community college, on-again-off-again heartbreak, backseat D&D sessions, and a bold but ill-fated attempt at fast food greatness. The Cedar Point heartbreak hangover and the path to Belmont Tech Why Todd wore …

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Spoiling Star Wars: Ahsoka pts 1 and 2 40:34

2y ago40:34

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Disney+ has dropped a new Star Wars series...and the Hersey boys are here to chat about it. Todd fills Eric in on a very high-level history of Anakin's former padawan, but only after venting on his one major gripe with this series first. Connect with the TodCast! Check out our website at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://todcastpodcast.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ On Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@C…

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Waiting for Jerry 44:35

2y ago44:35

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Eric (im)patiently awaits the arrival of his handyman, which once again turns into an impromptu episode on time, timeliness, and the like. Connect with the TodCast! Check out our website at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://todcastpodcast.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ On Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@CastTod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and/or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@EricHersey⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ On FaceBook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.fac…

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Throwing Axes at Todd and Eric 35:56

2y ago35:56

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As is often the inspiration for the TodCast, the Hersey boys start their morning chatting about a random thing and turn it into an episode. Today's topic: axe throwing, which quickly turns into a sports podcast. Enjoy Todd's inexpert hot takes (and Eric's corrections)! Connect with the TodCast! Check out our website at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://todcastpodc…