Critical Solutions

By Josh Martin, Mason Volpp

Join hosts Josh and Mason as they explore the everyday problems that grinds our gears. They'll delve into their own experiences with frustrating situations and share their thoughts on how to solve

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How many episodes does Critical Solutions have?

The podcast currently has 15 episodes available.

Critical Solutions episodes:

October 09, 2023 Script Writing, Filmmaking, & Streaming Services with Angus Penland
In this episode, Josh and Mason are joined by the short film writer and director, and YouTube channel editor—Angus Penland. Together the three of them discuss the current state of streaming services, how to begin making your own movie, and YouTube competitors.
"Desolate" short film Instagram: @desolateshortfilm
New episodes posted every Monday! Subscribe to our YouTube channel to watch the episodes.
Visit our website: https://www.criticalsolutionspodcast.com/
Follow us on social media:
Instagram: @criticalsolutionspodcast
TikTok: @criticalsolutionspodcast
YouTube: @CriticalSolutions
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1h 13min
October 02, 2023 Laundry, Exercising, & Setting Goals
In this episode, Mason can't keep his dryer from buzzing, Josh explains why he air dries his clothes, and they both discuss if they like cardio or lifting weights.
New episodes posted every Monday! Subscribe to our YouTube channel to watch the episodes.
Visit our website: https://www.criticalsolutionspodcast.com/
Follow us on social media:
Instagram: @criticalsolutionspodcast
TikTok: @criticalsolutionspodcast
YouTube: @CriticalSolutions
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56min
September 25, 2023 Bartending, Living in the Midwest, & Drunk People with Sean English
In this episode recorded back in February 2023, Josh and Mason are joined by Josh's former classmate—Sean English. Sean was a bartender at Brother's Bar & Grill on Purdue University's campus. He enlightens the guys on what it's like to be on the other side of the bar and tells several stories of drunk idiots. Together they discuss life in the midwest and complain about the addition of Pac-12 teams to the Big Ten.
New episodes posted every Monday! Subscribe to our YouTube channel to watch the episodes.
Visit our website: https://www.criticalsolutionspodcast.com/
Follow us on social media:
Instagram: @criticalsolutionspodcast
TikTok: @criticalsolutionspodcast
YouTube: @CriticalSolutions
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1h 2min
September 18, 2023 The Judicial System, Fantasy Football, & Social Media with Gavin O'Gara
In this episode recorded back in January 2023, Josh and Mason are joined by a lawyer—Gavin O'Gara. He enlightens the guys to different legal processes and talks about his encounters with judges. Together the three of them discuss a fantasy football dilemma, if social media is detrimental to our health, and whether the deceased should have the authority to determine the fate of their estate.
New episodes posted every Monday! Subscribe to our YouTube channel to watch the episodes.
Visit our website: https://www.criticalsolutionspodcast.com/
Follow us on social media:
Instagram: @criticalsolutionspodcast
TikTok: @criticalsolutionspodcast
YouTube: @CriticalSolutions
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1h 22min
May 29, 2023 Celebrity Interviews, Teaching, & Video Production with Toni DeAztlan-Smith
In this episode, Josh and Mason are joined by their first guest—Toni DeAztlan-Smith. Although she's a seasoned video producer and teacher, her most prestigious credential is being Josh and Mason's favorite instructor during their college career. Together the three of them discuss ways to navigate the workplace, their preferred teaching styles, and if Snoop Dogg listens to the podcast.
New episodes posted every Monday! Subscribe to our YouTube channel to watch the episodes.
Visit our website: https://www.criticalsolutionspodcast.com/
Follow us on social media:
Instagram: @criticalsolutionspodcast
TikTok: @criticalsolutionspodcast
YouTube: @CriticalSolutions
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58min
May 15, 2023Our Top 10 TV Shows
We're back! In the season two premiere, Josh and Mason announce their new video series, discuss The White Lotus, then scrutinize each other's top ten favorite TV shows.
WARNING: Spoilers will be discussed for most of the following shows

Josh's Top 10

The Sopranos

Mad Men

Better Call Saul

Seinfeld

Breaking Bad

Stranger Things

Band of Brothers

For All Mankind

Severance

Chernobyl

Mason's Top 10

Attack on Titan

Game of Thrones

Breaking Bad

Naruto

Better Call Saul

I Think You Should Leave

Peaky Blinders

Money Heist

Ozark

It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia

New episodes posted every Monday! Subscribe to our YouTube channel to watch the episodes.

Visit our website: https://www.criticalsolutionspodcast.com/
Follow us on social media:
Instagram: @criticalsolutionspodcast
TikTok: @criticalsolutionspodcast
YouTube: @CriticalSolutions
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1h 10min
December 05, 2022 Barbecue, Procrastination, & Robot Vacuums
Thanks to technical difficulties, this week's episode had to be completely scrapped. Now you all get to hear one we recorded almost exactly one year ago.

In this episode, Mason judges Indiana's barbecue restaurants, Josh proclaims his love for his air fryer, and they both discuss ways to overcome procrastination.
New episodes posted every Monday! Subscribe to our YouTube channel to watch the episodes.

Visit our website: https://www.criticalsolutionspodcast.com/
Follow us on social media:
Instagram: @criticalsolutionspodcast
TikTok: @criticalsolutionspodcast
YouTube: @CriticalSolutions
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58min
November 28, 2022 Ticketmaster, Interruptions, & Manners
In this episode, Josh complains about his struggle to buy blink-182 tickets, Mason gets interrupted, and they debate if it's necessary to bless someone after they sneeze.

John Oliver Ticketmaster video: https://youtu.be/-_Y7uqqEFnY

New episodes posted every Monday! Subscribe to our YouTube channel to watch the episodes.

Visit our website: https://www.criticalsolutionspodcast.com/
Follow us on social media:
Instagram: @criticalsolutionspodcast
TikTok: @criticalsolutionspodcast
YouTube: @CriticalSolutions
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59min
November 21, 2022 Gatekeeping, Concerts, & Forgetfulness
In this episode, Josh and Mason debate what makes a 'real' fan, discuss attending concerts with strangers, and discover they both notoriously forget to pack vital items when going on a trip.
New episodes posted every Monday! Subscribe to our YouTube channel to watch the episodes.

Visit our website: https://www.criticalsolutionspodcast.com/
Follow us on social media:
Instagram: @criticalsolutionspodcast
TikTok: @criticalsolutionspodcast
YouTube: @CriticalSolutions
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45min
November 14, 2022 Wasting Time, Ordering Food, & Road Rage
In this episode, Josh thinks sleeping and using the bathroom is a waste of time, Mason tells a story about a crazy driver, and they both discuss the overvalued NFL Combine.
New episodes posted every Monday! Subscribe to our YouTube channel to watch the episodes.

Visit our website: https://www.criticalsolutionspodcast.com/
Follow us on social media:
Instagram: @criticalsolutionspodcast
TikTok: @criticalsolutionspodcast
YouTube: @CriticalSolutions
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48min

FAQs about Critical Solutions:

How many episodes does Critical Solutions have?

The podcast currently has 15 episodes available.