Hard Sell
90 episodes - English - Latest episode: 10 days ago - ★★★★★ - 5 ratingsTwo friends take turns giving each other the Hard Sell on a piece of media they love - and judging the last episode's pitch.
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Episodes
Episode 38 - Liminal Spaces
July 29, 2022 05:06 - 2 hours - 122 MBThis is a meaty one! After a brief discussion of the pros and cons of a "digital detox," the gang takes a very deep dive into the world of Severance before Tim sells Cody on Control. Twitter - @hardsellshow Email - [email protected] Twitch - @hardsellshow
Episode 37 - Down the Rabbit Hole
July 15, 2022 11:30 - 1 hour - 108 MBAfter a long dive into the Star Wars legends canon, Cody gives his review of Exandria Unlimited: Calamity. Cozy goes on a rant about Jonathan Larson, and Cody gives next week's Hard Sell - Severance! Twitter - @hardsellshow Email - [email protected] Twitch - @hardsellshow
Episode 36 - Anime or Not-ime
July 01, 2022 04:55 - 1 hour - 94.1 MBKyle makes a special guest appearance for Tim's verdict of Netflix's Castlevania, and to lead Tim, Cody and Cozy in the unfortunately named middle segment, "Anime or Not-ime." Tim also sells Cody on Exandria Unlimited: Calamity, and the gang does some Canada Day trivia, for some reason. Twitter - @hardsellshow Email - [email protected] Twitch - @hardsellshow
Episode 35 - Kylo Ren's Summer Home
June 17, 2022 20:26 - 1 hour - 96.2 MBWhat do you think Pierre Gasly's dream home looks like? The gang discusses, along with Cody's review of last week's albums and his Hard Sell for Tim of Castlevania. Twitter - @hardsellshow Email - [email protected] Twitch - @hardsellshow
Episode 34 - The Take is a Lie
June 03, 2022 11:34 - 1 hour - 89.2 MBJoin the gang as they discuss terrible senses of direction, cake, AI, and everything Portal! After Tim gives his verdict, Cozy goes on not one, not two, but THREE rants, followed by Tim's Hard Sell to Cody of four, VERY different albums. Albums: Punisher - Phoebe Bridgers Her and All of My Friends - Ritt Momney Blonde - Frank Ocean good kid, m.A.A.d city - Kendrick Lamar Twitter - @hardsellshow Email - [email protected] Twitch - @hardsellshow Also discussed: Dr. Langeskov, The ...
Episode 33 - The Crank-ening
May 20, 2022 16:01 - 1 hour - 73.4 MBThis one is a doozy. Cody gives his review of Dead Eyes, and attempts to change Tim's mind on puzzle games through one of the G.O.A.Ts - Portal! The gang also discusses the controversial, challenging, crank-based handheld, the Playdate, and Cozy pitches some new Hard Sell spin-offs. Twitter - @hardsellshow Email - [email protected] Twitch - @hardsellshow
Episode 32 - Only Podcasts in the Building
May 06, 2022 05:42 - 1 hour - 75.7 MBOur first ever podcast-themed podcast! Tim reviews Only Murders in the Building and sells Cody on Dead Eyes, and Cozy provides some new podcast recommendations! The gang also has a spirited chat about Formula 1 on the eve of the Miami GP. Turns out, fast cars go vroom. Twitter - @hardsellshow Email - [email protected] Twitch - @hardsellshow
Episode 31 - Bobson Dugnutt
April 22, 2022 04:28 - 1 hour - 84.5 MBCW: Suicide, self harm Episode 31 is here! Listen to Cody's review of the heart wrenching, controversial podcast, S-Town, and his pitch to Tim of Only Murders in the Building! Cozy also gives her review of Apple Arcade, and Cody and Cozy try to determine whether "Ten Million," is the name of a real person. Twitter - @hardsellshow Email - [email protected] Twitch - @hardsellshow
Episode 30 - Remember Us
April 08, 2022 16:15 - 1 hour - 78.3 MBTim gives his review of Hilda, and sells Cody on a very controversial podcast - S-Town! The gang also tests Cozy's shocking lack of knowledge about famous actresses and discusses the weirdest super heroes. Twitter - @hardsellshow Email - [email protected] Twitch - @hardsellshow
Episode 29 - 100 Year-Old Reporter
March 25, 2022 11:00 - 1 hour - 65.4 MBCody gives his review of Her Story, and sells Tim on Netflix's Hilda! Cozy goes on a rant about radio dramas and the gang learns, once and for all, which Batman they are. Twitter - @hardsellshow Email - [email protected] Twitch - @hardsellshow
Episode 28 - This is Not a Business Podcast
March 11, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 96.7 MBTim gives his review of Shovel Knight and sells Cody on Her Story! The gang also shares their favorite and least favorite genres of different media, and they compare their relative wrist strength. Spoiler - Tim has little baby wrists. Twitter - @hardsellshow Email - [email protected] Twitch - @hardsellshow
Episode 27 - Lord of the Dog Star
February 25, 2022 04:44 - 1 hour - 87.4 MBCody gives his review of Pyre and sells Tim on Shovel Knight! The gang also debates which Olympic sport they could medal in, and they take a trip down a WILD rabbit hole of a Disney movie that could have been. Twitter - @hardsellshow Email - [email protected] Twitch - @hardsellshow
Episode 26 - The Secret Sauce
February 11, 2022 06:04 - 1 hour - 74.5 MBTim and Cozy give their review of Taskmaster, and Tim sells Cody on Pyre! Cody puts Tim and Cozy's relationship to the test, and Cozy build the guys custom sports documentary flowcharts! Twitter - @hardsellshow Email - [email protected] Twitch - @hardsellshow
Episode 25 - Smoothie Tale
January 28, 2022 01:47 - 1 hour - 83.4 MBCody reviews on Formula 1: Drive to Survive and sells Tim on Taskmaster. The gang also takes bets on season two of Love is Blind, and discusses the definition of a synonym! Twitter - @hardsellshow Email - [email protected] Twitch - @hardsellshow
Episode 24 - The Worst Member of the Jackson 5
January 14, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 94.4 MBTim gives his review of all four albums Cody pitched, and sells Cody on Formula 1: Drive to Survive! The gang also discusses what they're looking forward to in 2022, and gives the gang the Hard Sell on Dropout.tv! Albums: Carpenter Brut: Trilogy Ryo Fukui: Scenery First Aid Kit: Stay Gold Vulfpeck: The Beautiful Game Twitter - @hardsellshow Email - [email protected] Twitch - @hardsellshow
Episode 23 - New Year's Eve Traditions
December 31, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 107 MBCody gives his review of Total Forgiveness, and sells Tim on not one, but four different albums! The gang also discusses their favorite media from the past year, and the history of New Year's. Twitter - @hardsellshow Email - [email protected] Twitch - @hardsellshow
Episode 22 - The Hallmark Cinematic Universe
December 17, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 95.6 MBCody powers through a cold to host his first episode of Hard Sell! Tim & Cozy give their verdict on Wandavision, Tim gives The Hard Sell on Total Forgiveness and Cozy tries to cancel Christmas. Twitter - @hardsellshow Email - [email protected] Twitch - @hardsellshow
Episode 21 - The Worst Bird + Special Announcement
December 03, 2021 05:52 - 2 hours - 125 MBThe gang debates Thanksgiving foods, Kyle reviews Nier Automata, Tim reviews Dark, and there's a special announcement about the show. Don't miss this one! Twitter - @hardsellshow Email - [email protected] Twitch - @hardsellshow
Episode 20 - OUTER WILDS!!
November 19, 2021 13:00 - 2 hours - 113 MBIt's finally here! Join the crew - plus friend of the pod, Cody Morin - around the campfire for a spoiler-filled discussion about why this game about frog people flying around in space ships is the biggest "yah" of them all. Twitter - @hardsellshow Email - [email protected] Twitch - @hardsellshow
Episode 19 - I Want Off the Podcast
November 05, 2021 23:48 - 1 hour - 73.2 MBAfter another guessing game, Tim & Cozy both give their reviews of Unravel 2. Cozy then gives Tim & Kyle a bonus pitch, Tim sells Kyle on Nier Automata. Also, the gang makes a special, Outer Wilds-related announcement - don't miss it! Twitter - @hardsellshow Email - [email protected] Twitch - @hardsellshow
Episode 18 - Machamp's Forearms
October 22, 2021 15:28 - 1 hour - 86.1 MBThe gang starts the podcast by discussing the absurd relative weights of different Pokémon, before a WILD tonal shift to Kyle's review of Manchester by the Sea. Afterwards, the gang revisits previous Hard Sell verdicts, and Kyle sells both Tim and Cozy on Unravel Two.
Episode 17: One More Thing About Podcasts
October 09, 2021 00:05 - 1 hour - 102 MBTim gives his review of Outlast and sells Kyle on the heartbreaking movie, Manchester by the Sea! The gang has a prolonged discussion about podcasts and the folks who listen to them. Twitter - @hardsellshow Email - [email protected] Twitch - @hardsellshow
Episode 16: Pure Imagination
September 24, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 81 MBKyle gives his review of Snowpiercer, and gives Tim the Hard Sell on Outlast! Cozy reveals her complete and utter lack of knowledge about actors and the gang discusses conspiracy theories. Twitter - @hardsellshow Email - [email protected] Twitch - @hardsellshow
Episode 15: The Game Where Nobody Wins
September 10, 2021 15:12 - 1 hour - 56.6 MBBefore digging in to Tim's review of One Punch Man, Kyle tortures Tim and Cozy with an unwinnable game. Cozy pitches the brothers on a new game, and Tim gives Kyle the Hard Sell on Snowpiercer! Twitter - @hardsellshow Email - [email protected] Twitch - @hardsellshow
Episode 14: On What Barometer Scale?
August 27, 2021 16:21 - 1 hour - 58.5 MBWe're back! The gang returns with Kyle's early review of Hades and his Hard Sell for Tim on One-Punch Man. Cozy also delivers some hot takes on The Olympics WEEKS after that would have been topical. Are takes still hot if they come weeks late? Listen and find out! Twitter - @hardsellshow Email - [email protected] Twitch - @hardsellshow
Schedule Update
August 13, 2021 12:00 - 1 minute - 1.55 MBDue to some scheduling challenges, we're skipping a week! But we do have a stream planned for tonight (8/13) at 7:30 pst if you want some Hard Sell content that's totally different than our usual podcast but with the same hosts. Thanks for listening and we'll catch you on the flippity floppity!
Episode 13: Here's a Pack of Music People
July 30, 2021 15:30 - 1 hour - 58.7 MBTim beefs it. A few times. Also he reviews Invincible and pitches Hades to Kyle. But mostly beefs it. Twitter - @hardsellshow Email - [email protected] Twitch - @hardsellshow
Episode 12: The Jedi are Bad, Actually
July 16, 2021 05:32 - 1 hour - 54.1 MBIn this episode, Kyle gives his review of A More Civilized Age: A Clone Wars Podcast and sells Tim on Invincible, and Cozy quizzes the gang on their go-to TV shows! Twitter - @hardsellshow Email - [email protected] Twitch - @hardsellshow
Episode 11: Kyle's Nightmare
July 02, 2021 05:05 - 1 hour - 50 MBIn this episode, Tim gives his review on another Davey Wreden game about the nature of video games - The Stanley Parable. Cozy then pitches the gang on some new Hard Sell Spinoffs that break Kyle's brain, and Tim gives Kyle this episode's Hard Sell on A More Civilized Age: A Clone Wars Podcast.
Episode 10: Dragons, Baby!
June 18, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 94.8 MBKyle gives his review on the uneven, captivating first season of Game of Thrones and sells Tim on another Davey Wreden game - The Stanley Parable. The gang also puts out an invite for listeners to guest on the podcast and schedules their first Twitch stream! Twitter - @hardsellshow Email - [email protected]
Episode 9: A Medium-sized Prude
June 04, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 134 MBIn our longest episode to-date, the gang goes deep on Tim's review of Death Note. Cozy uses the middle segment to advocate for more TV mini-series and, for better or worse, Tim sells Kyle on Game of Thrones. There's also a long segment on acronyms. Who knows why. Twitter - @hardsellshow Email - [email protected]
Episode 8: Intellectual Warfare (Part II)
May 21, 2021 16:08 - 1 hour - 101 MBKyle gives his review of the beautiful, heartbreaking movie, Arrival. He also gives Tim this week's Hard Sell on our first anime - Death Note. Cozy uses the middle segment to give the gang a chance to talk about a game we can ALL agree is a "YAH." Twitter - @hardsellshow Email - [email protected]
Episode 7: The Most Intimate Greeting
May 07, 2021 14:33 - 1 hour - 82.6 MBCW: Suicide, illness, harm to animals Tim reviews wertpol's nihilistic, mind-numbing Exoptable Money and Presentable Liberty and sells Kyle on Arrival. Cozy airs a petty grievance at Tetris Effect and the gang debates the right way to introduce yourself, on a podcast or otherwise. Twitter - @hardsellshow Email - [email protected]
Episode 6: Lost the Plot
April 23, 2021 14:03 - 59 minutes - 55.2 MBCW: Suicide, self-harm This one goes off the rails. Kyle gives his verdict on the heartbreaking Life is Strange and gives Tim his next Hard Sell. The gang also has a protracted discussion about the 1904 Olympic marathon and Cozy debuts a new middle segment! Twitter - @hardsellshow Email - [email protected]
Episode 5: 20 Kinds of Hotdish
April 09, 2021 14:05 - 1 hour - 57.6 MBTim gives his verdict on I Am Mother and sells Kyle on Life is Strange! The gang also reviews In Strange Woods and demos the first song in their inevitable podcast musical spinoff podcast. Twitter - @hardsellshow Email - [email protected]
Episode 4: A Few More Time
March 26, 2021 12:00 - 57 minutes - 90.6 MBKyle gives his verdict on Tacoma and gives Tim the next Hard Sell. Cozy brings a bonus pitch to this week's middle segment, introducing the brothers to a challenging new medium - podcast musicals. Twitter - @hardsellshow Email - [email protected]
Episode 3: Untuck Your List
March 12, 2021 13:00 - 54 minutes - 77.1 MBTim gives his review of The Beginner's Guide and gives Kyle the Hard Sell on Tacoma, another visual novel-style game. Cozy experiments with a new segment wherein the phrase, "The Hard Shell," is brought up. Whatever you're thinking that might be in reference to, you're wrong.
Episode 2: 175 Hours in a Year
February 26, 2021 14:32 - 45 minutes - 39.9 MBKyle gives his verdict on six episodes of CBS' The Mentalist and gives Tim this episode's hard sell on a video game/visual novel. Cozy tries out a new, controversial segment and struggles with some basic math. Twitter - @hardsellshow Email - [email protected]
Episode 1: Intellectual Warfare
February 12, 2021 13:00 - 46 minutes - 58.9 MBIn our first full episode, Tim gives his verdict on the simultaneously compelling and repulsive Kindergarten 2 and he gives Kyle the hard sell on a serial crime drama that is totally unlike all other crime dramas with an identical premise. He promises. The crew also discusses flash games, debates the pros and cons of various tv genres and struggles with basic podcast production. Twitter - @hardsellshow Email - [email protected]
Episode 0: Welcome to Hard Sell!
January 29, 2021 22:30 - 10 minutes - 9.76 MBThanks for checking out episode 0 of the Hard Sell! We introduce the show and explain the premise - which goes horribly wrong almost immediately. Twitter - @hardsellshow Email - [email protected]