Triggered Tuesdays

Have you ever been completely convinced a memory was real, only to discover the rest of the world remembers it differently? On this episode of Triggered Tuesdays, we're once again talking about Mandela Effects, false memories, and how modern technology might be altering our brain's timeline. From split-second gut instincts that saved lives to the shortest war in history, things get weird fast.

What We Talk About:

• The Life Remote: Would you rather rewind to fix past mistakes or fast-forward to see how your story ends?

• Split-Second Instincts: Crazy stories about trusting a sudden bad feeling right before disaster struck.

• The Mandela Effect: Shared false memories, iconic pop culture misquotes, and whether we're actually living in a glitching timeline.

• AI & Rewritten Memories: How endless scroll and artificial intelligence are quietly bending our perception of what actually happened.

• The Recluse Trap: Is modern convenience making it a little too easy for society to turn into hermits?

• The 38-Minute War: The wild historical showdown that started and finished faster than a standard podcast episode.

If you're into psychological phenomena, weird history trivia, or late-night rabbit holes about how human memory works, this episode is right up your alley.

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Are craft beer snobs taking things too far, or are we just uncultured? This week, we’re calling out the most overrated things in modern life, from overhyped TV shows and movies to London city burnout and the endless trap of streaming subscription tiers.

What we talk about in this episode:

• The Monochrome Life: Why wearing one single outfit colour forever sounds surprisingly tempting (or totally unhinged).

• Big City Stress vs. Fame: The quiet reality of London burnout and whether being famous is actually worth the headache.

• Subscription Fatigue & Sales: Breaking down Black Friday "deals" and how streaming services keep splitting into endless tiers.

• Pretentious Hype: Craft beer snobbery, movies everyone pretends to love, and calling time on fake hype.

• Switzerland’s Guinea Pig Law: The bizarre legal rule that makes owning just one guinea pig a criminal offence.

Whether you're currently wrestling with streaming subscription overload, arguing over overhyped media, or just wondering if big-city life is secretly overrated, this episode dives into the everyday trends and thoughts we ponder on.

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Would you stay in a relationship with zero sex, or is that an instant dealbreaker? This week, Josh & Tom tackle Reddit’s most controversial opinions, running through everything from the nightmare housing market to whether modern therapy actually fixes people or just slaps a plaster on the problem.

Here’s what we get into in this episode:

• Doomscrolling & Procrastination: The bizarre rituals we use to avoid adult responsibilities (and why we can't stop scrolling at 2 AM).

• Sniffing Petrol & Fake Cherries: Why do so many people secretly love weird smells and artificial flavors?

• The Vaping Epidemic: Is it a genuine tool to quit smoking, or just a fresh addiction wrapped in bright plastic?

• Is Therapy Broken? A candid chat on whether therapy addresses root causes or just manages daily symptoms.

• The Impossible Housing Market: Why buying a home feels like a fever dream for our generation compared to actual incomes.

• Sex vs. Intimacy: Is sex essential for a long-term loving relationship, or can emotional connection carry the entire load?

• Law & Double Standards: What happens when the people enforcing the rules act worse than the criminals?

• Where 'OMG' Actually Came From: The surprisingly ancient origin of the world's favourite abbreviation.

Whether you're looking for honest discussions on mental health and inflation, lighthearted debates on strange daily habits, or the harsh truth about modern living costs, Josh & Tom break down the internet's spiciest takes with openness and honesty.

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Have you ever sat through 18 holes of golf or forced down a slimy oyster just to fit in? This week, Josh and Tom are calling out all the things everyone pretends to like, from toxic LinkedIn hustle culture to pretentious wine tasting.

What we talk about:

• Lord Josh’s Royal Birthday: Introducing Lord Josh and whether Tom actually has to bow to him now.

• The Rewatch Debate: Is re-watching the exact same sitcom for the fifth time comforting or a sign of madness?

• The Fake-Likes Hall of Fame: Unmasking the truth behind oysters, golf, and social media posturing.

• Hustle Culture Needs to Stop: Calling out corporate LinkedIn virtue signaling and forced networking.

• Quick Takes & Close Calls: Spicy food, wine pretentiousness, and the shocking power of lightning strikes.

Whether you are trying to survive corporate social events, wondering if hustle culture is a total scam, or just looking for an honest take about everyday pet peeves, Josh and Tom have you covered.

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If you could hit a hard reset button on your brain right now, would you actually press it? On this week's Triggered Tuesdays, Josh & Tom test each other's lie detectors in a chaotic game of Fake or Fact trivia, featuring weird science facts, wild pop culture stories, and one truly horrific childhood memory.

What We Talk About:

• The Brain Reset Button: Would wiping your mental slate clean be a dream or a total disaster?

• Josh’s Grossest Secret: A stomach-turning childhood cup story that Tom will never let him live down.

• Tom’s Fact-Checking Quiz: World history, pop culture trivia, and bizarre science facts designed to trip Josh up.

• Josh Fights Back: Turning the tables with a round of tricky truths and sneaky lies to see if Tom really knows his stuff.

• The Quiz Results & A 'Jiffy': Crowned champions, final scores, and the mind-blowing truth about how long a 'jiffy' actually takes.

If you're looking for a hilarious trivia podcast filled with funny banter, mind-bending random facts, and friendly competition, this episode hits the mark.

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Ever said something so controversial that the whole room went dead silent? Josh and Tom are back for Season 4 with a fresh stack of unpopular opinions guaranteed to start a few friendly arguments. From the ultimate coffee vs tea debate to whether home ownership is even a goal worth chasing anymore, no opinion is too small to get weirdly passionate about.

What we talk about:

• Pineapple on pizza and the culinary rules Josh is desperate to rewrite.

• The great hot drink showdown: why Josh thinks coffee wipes the floor with tea.

• Is saying "y'all" okay now? Plus, why turning your passion into a full-time career might actually be a trap.

• The undeniable logic of eating dessert before dinner, and why phone calls are infinitely superior to text messages.

• Is buying a house still the ultimate adult milestone? Plus a moon fact from Tom that will bend your brain.

Whether you're here for petty arguments, spicy hot takes, or just want to hear two mates debate the weird logic of everyday life, this episode is packed with relatable chats and funny lifestyle debates.

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Where have we been for the last six months? We are back with recharged batteries, new ideas and a BIG ol' update on what's coming next for the show.

What we talk about in this bonus episode:

• Why we pulled the plug: The honest story behind our six-month podcast hiatus and what actually went on behind the scenes.

• Beating creator burnout: How Josh and Tom stepped away, reset, and finally found the spark to get back behind the mics.

• The fresh start: Unveiling our brand-new seasonal format and how our episode structure is evolving to keep things fresh.

• What’s coming up: A quick look at the rants, debates, and dynamic changes we’re most excited to bring you in this next chapter.

Whether you've missed our weekly chats or you're curious about the realities of creator burnout and launching a new podcast season, this comeback episode sets the stage for everything ahead.

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Celebrate 3 years of chaos, laughs, and wild conversations in this Triggered Tuesdays 3rd Year Anniversary Special! Josh and Tom look back on their funniest moments, biggest surprises, and the episodes that went completely off the rails. It’s a heartfelt, hilarious milestone celebration filled with nostalgia, banter, and plenty of trademark Triggered energy.

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Start questioning everything with this self-reflection-packed episode of Triggered Tuesdays! Josh and Tom dive into deep, thought-provoking prompts that uncover personal truths, awkward admissions, and plenty of unexpected laughs. It’s a mix of introspection, chaos, and classic Triggered Tuesdays energy—perfect for anyone who loves meaningful chats with a comedic twist.

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Think you know your movie quotes? 🎬 Another Josh vs Tom where Josh quizzes Tom in the ultimate Iconic Movie Quotes Quiz! From action classics to hilarious comedies, to see if Tom is the real film buff. Expect laughs, nostalgia, and maybe a few shocking wrong answers along the way!

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