In this episode of Stop It, Zach and Brad spiral from a Reddit CO2 hallucination story into a full-on baked beans controversy that could anger an entire community. What starts as a casual riff turns into a passionate anti–bean slop manifesto, and things only get weirder from there.

They debate the most relatable Batman villain, argue over Ninja Turtle loyalty, swap haunted comedy club stories (including an alleged ghost named Pork Pie), and discuss whether anyone should ever willingly enter a submarine again. There’s also a deep dive into underrated cities for stand-up and an unsettling exploration of what chairs would look like if our knees bent the wrong way.

It’s absurd, conversational, and exactly what happens when two comics follow every tangent to its logical (and illogical) conclusion.

Brad Wenzel is one of the sharpest joke writers working today. Check out his stand-up on YouTube and join his mailing list at bradwenzelcomedy.com.

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Comedian Logan Nielsen joins the show and we pull questions straight from the bucket! Both comics talk rock climbing, movie monsters, first concerts, natural disasters, weird art, Stanley Kubrick movies, and whether anyone should actually watch the Transformers films.

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Comedian Neeraj Srinivasan joins the show for an honest, hilarious, and occasionally existential conversation that somehow covers everything from EPCOT food festivals and AI paranoia to the meaning of selflessness and what actually makes someone a “good” person. Along the way, the infamous Bucket delivers another round of chaotic questions—including extra rooms, camping habits, and the dumb hills we’d absolutely die on.

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Comedian Rachel Ware joins Zach Peterson for a wildly funny episode of Stop It, covering everything from sauce etiquette disasters and hating mashed potatoes, to astrology skepticism, killing Sims characters, and what actually counts as “partying” in your 30s. Plus, Rachel talks about opening Warehouse Comedy Theater in Omaha and why low-lighting gatherings are the superior party.

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Zach Peterson is joined by comedians James Stanley and Tido Maldonado for a beautifully unhinged conversation that starts with weird body noises and somehow spirals into Batman rankings, Walmart parking-lot hygiene, life-in-prison survival strategies, mall culture, thrill crimes, and the ethics of stealing socks from Target.

Along the way, they debate the best Batman (animated truthers rise up), imagine becoming dangerously religious in prison, relive Mall of America therapy sessions, rank Coen Brothers movies, invent new Spice Girls, and discover that sleeping in a Prius might actually be the American Dream.

There is no structure. There are no lessons. But there are tongue tricks, mall nostalgia, pop music obsessions, trophy lore, and at least one story that absolutely should not have been told on a podcast.

You’ve been warned. Now stop it.

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Fan favorite and musician Craig Fort joins the pod for a wildly unhinged conversation that somehow covers wakeboarding Santa Claus, therapy goats, bucket questions, classic rock radio fantasies, and the worst radio station ever created. Craig also talks about Lightning Stills’ upcoming record (out February 20), including the limited-edition whiskey pint vinyl and release show details.

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Dan Maxwell of Max Trax Records stops by Stop It! What starts as a conversation about running an independent record label quickly turns into deep thoughts about vinyl obsession, touring life, Midwest kindness, assless chaps, skate injuries, underground living, and whether trash will eventually become the foundation of society.

Along the way, Dan talks about building Max Trax Records, releasing music from bands like Lightning Stills and Leafblower, why physical media still rules, and how years of touring eventually turn you into a basement-based label dad (in the best way). There are strong opinions about albums, cities, Dakota rankings, saying “you know” too much, and why Omaha is secretly one of the nicest places on earth.

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Comedian Noe Ramirez joins Stop It for a wildly unhinged and surprisingly thoughtful conversation that covers everything from chocolate trees and cappuccino monkeys to dream cars, Fast & Furious denial, and why mayonnaise gets such a bad rap. Zach and Noe dive into car culture, physical media nostalgia, underrated movies, social media burnout, and whether soulmates actually exist—or if relationships are just good communication and mutual effort. Along the way, they tackle philosophy, vulnerability, Lego Batman, DVDs, conversion vans, and the eternal question: what is the deal with Jerry Seinfeld?

Equal parts absurd, introspective, and laugh-out-loud funny—this episode has a little bit of everything.

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In this episode, Zach welcomes the talented comedian Lauren Vana for a lively and humorous exchange that covers everything from the nuances of stand-up comedy to the intricacies of personal interests. Lauren shares her journey in the world of comedy, film, and her recent short film, "Cry Night," while also diving into the absurdities of pop culture, including the last season of Game of Thrones.

This is another Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network by going to HurrdatMedia.com or the Hurrdat Media YouTube channel!

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In this episode of Stop It!, Zach Peterson rises with the sun to kick off an ambitious morning edition of the podcast, joined by Denver comedian Jared Chandler. Jared opens up about his roots in Greeley, his weekly show at Stella's Pinball, and his creative ventures with Raspberry Cat Productions. As they draw from a bucket of questions, the conversation takes unexpected turns, exploring everything from goth phases and urban exploration to the challenges of adolescence and the complexities of emotional manipulation in art.

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