Unessential

Unessential

By Josh Morgan & Wes HamiltonComedyReligion & SpiritualityChristianityComedy Interviews
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Unessential episodes

  • They’re Putting Toilets in Car Seats

    Join us and guest Katy Tullos as we talk about celebrities and influencers who were homeschooled, how many people actually grow up to do what they dreamed of as kids, and some of the surprisingly strange technology that may be coming sooner than we think.

    45 min
  • When Nostalgia Was Considered a Disease

    Join us and guest Zac Morgan as we talk about how nostalgia was once considered a disease, what the Titanic can teach us about the everyday decisions that shape our lives, and the surprisingly interesting meanings behind surnames.

    54 min
  • Eliminating Distractions in the 1930s

    Join us and guest Austin Tullos as we talk about a 1930s invention designed to eliminate distractions, the idea of tipping points and exponential growth, and the story behind Eric Clapton’s famous guitar “Blackie.”

    46 min
  • TV Moms vs. Real Moms

    Join us and guests Faith and Lesley for a special Mother's Day Unessential. We talk about some of our favorite TV moms, and then dive into the real-life experiences of motherhood and what it’s actually like, what it teaches you, and what makes it so meaningful.

    43 min
  • It Looked Like Chaos... But It's Knot
    Join us and guest Faith Morgan as we talk about the Artemis II mission and its trip around the moon, why what looks like chaos in the world is actually carefully designed, and fun facts about The Golden Girls and what they showed us about being a friend.
    46 min
  • A Social Experiment That Had to Be Shut Down
    Join us and guest Lesley Hamilton as we talk about social experiments that went too far, the brain chemistry behind helping others, and the wild world of lightning strike survivors (yes, there’s a convention).
    45 min
  • The CIA Tried to Turn Cats Into Spies
    Join us and guest Taylor Wade as we talk about Michael Jordan and the rise of Air Jordans, the CIA’s failed attempt to turn cats into spies, and the surprisingly real world of mermaiding.
    It’s weird, it’s fun, and it’s exactly what you’d expect from Unessential.
    44 min
  • She Was Declared Dead… Then Knocked
    Join us and guest Jen Jilani as we talk about a woman declared dead… then knocking from inside the casket, a (very questionable) world flags quiz, and fun facts about Seinfeld.
    It’s random, it’s entertaining, and it’s exactly what you’d expect from Unessential.
    49 min
  • A Very Special Star-Spangled Episode

    In this special Independence Day episode, we’re talking all things freedom and fireworks—like the most “independenty” Independence Day movie ever, fun (and weird) facts about America’s birthday, and the foods that make this holiday so delicious to celebrate. Plus, hear the story of one clergyman who fought to keep virtue at the heart of America when it was just getting started. So grab a hot dog, kick back, and celebrate with us!

    45 min

About Unessential

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"Unessential" with Wes Hamilton and Josh Morgan is a delightful and relatable podcast that uncovers hidden gems in the seemingly unimportant aspects of our daily lives. Join Wes and Josh as they surprise each other with mystery discussion topics in each episode, leading to spontaneous and authentic conversations filled with laughter and new discoveries.