I Need a Hobby
111 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 5 years ago - ★★★★★ - 50 ratingsThree recent college grads working the 9-5 and trying to make the most of the 5-9. Each week Alex, Chris, and Andrew pick a new hobby, challenge, or activity and tell you about it. New episode every Wednesday.
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Episodes
Episode 61: Breakfast of Champions
October 04, 2017 07:08 - 1 hour - 51.6 MBAlex, Chris, and Andrew are putting a new spin on what you should eat for the most important meal of the day with a can't miss fantasy draft! All confident that their breakfast is superior, the fans will decide which podcasting star has the true breakfast of champions. Also, Andrew wants opinions on cycling, only 2000s kids will understand Chris' whats on your mind, and Alex is dabbling with a record player.
Episode 60: Coffee
September 27, 2017 04:30 - 1 hour - 53.6 MBAmerica runs on podcasts. Grab your mug and pour yourself a nice steaming hot cup of joe for this week's episode on Coffee. Listen to Chris, Andrew, and Alex talk passionately about that sweet, wet, brown drink we all love! Cream, sugar, cold, hot, we talk about it all! Also, Alex shares a running story, Andrew finds world peace through Home Depot and Lowes, and Chris questions his old college ID.
Episode 59: Poker
September 20, 2017 04:00 - 1 hour - 49.1 MBThis week Andrew, Chris and Alex aka the Jack, Queen, and King of podcasting take on the game of poker. We go all in and cover everything about the popular card game including our most recent game. Who won? Tune in to find out! Also Alex has some beef with Chris, Andrew wants you to say Happy Birthday, and Chris wants to innovate the mail box game (kinda).
Episode 58: Rubik's Cubing
September 13, 2017 14:19 - 1 hour - 57.6 MBWas your morning significantly worse without a new episode? That's Andrew's fault! And welcome to Episode 58 Rubik's cubing. This week we speak with Mr. Moyu himself, creator of the world's best speedcube the Notorious Moyu Weilong gts v2. Alex and Andrew have a race in studio, and if that's not good enough for you, check our Instagram. Also, Chris is annoyed with the calorie count at restaurants, Andrew hates Summer Reading, and Alex loves KFC commercials.
Episode 57: Home Brewing
September 06, 2017 04:30 - 1 hour - 52.3 MBSit back, grab a cold one, and enjoy a new episode of I Need A Hobby. This week, after the usual Tom Bergeron talk, we talk about brewing our own beer courtesy of Chris's Uncle Mike! Also, we discuss the art of ding dong ditching, Alex tries to put an end to spoiler alerts, Andrew is sponsored by Texas Roadhouse, and Chris needs a class on bathroom etiquette.
Episode 56: College
August 30, 2017 04:30 - 1 hour - 56.3 MBGot a last minute essay to write? Late to a meeting with your RA? Well put it all aside and listen to this fresh podcast about college living! Andrew, Chris, and Alex talk about their fondest college memories in this riveting I Need A Hobby episode. This episode is all business... psych! Support your local podcast shirts available now! https://teespring.com/support-your-local-podcast#pid=2&cid=2122&sid=front
Episode 55: Snapchat
August 23, 2017 12:14 - 1 hour - 58.8 MBFollow us on Snapchat @ineedahobbypod. Also, this week we talked about our experiences with Snapchat and the status of Alex's eyes after the solar eclipse. Later, Chris follows up on his work lunches, Alex wants to make a game of 3-D pictionary, and Andre has had enough of worms.
Episode 54: Documentaries (Small is Beautiful, My Scientology Movie, Icarus)
August 16, 2017 04:00 - 1 hour - 91.3 MBTiny houses?! Scientology?! Steroids?! What do these things have in common? Very little, but this week we each watched a different documentary and came to the studio to tell you about them. If you're a fan of documentaries, but would rather hear three cool kids tell you an abbreviated version than watch the whole darn thing, this is the place to go. Small is Beautiful: A Tiny House Documentary My Scientology Movie Icarus
Episode 53: American Ninja Warrior
August 09, 2017 04:30 - 1 hour - 56.1 MBThis week we took on one of America's favorite TV shows, American Ninja Warrior aka obstacle training! See how Alex, Chris, and Andrew do tackling the warped wall, the famed salmon ladder, and the many more weird obstacles. Also, Chris discusses celebrity bar crawls, Andrew questions roman numerals, and Alex has a strange encounter while running.
Episode 52: Card Games
August 02, 2017 04:00 - 1 hour - 58.1 MBIf every INAH episode was a playing card, we could finally play a full card game! Complete with 2 jokers (Ghost pepper and power hour episodes). This week we talked about the great times we've had with a simple deck of playing cards. You like Kevin James as the King of Queens? This episode is the king of kings! Also, the fans question the daily struggle of the consistent 9-5, Chris is getting a sunburn on his scalp, Alex wants to discover the truth behind cookies, and Andrew is curious about...
Episode 51: Catch
July 26, 2017 04:00 - 1 hour - 80 MBCatch! This week we talk about a true classic. We're throwing and catching balls of all shapes and sizes and telling you about on this week's episode. And Andrew surprises us with another new section. What could be better than that?! Also, Alex tells us about WHCD, Chris has a game changing business idea, and Andrew wants to know if his meal is pareve.
Episode 50: Hobbies
July 19, 2017 04:30 - 1 hour - 103 MBGet ready for the I Need A Hobby 50th Episode Bonanza!! We did another classic INAH bracket to find out what the ultimate hobby is! County fairs, moving, magic tricks, it could be anything! Tune in to find out! A very sincere thank you for supporting us for 50 episodes!
Episode 49: Disc Golf (with Paul from Episode 19: Drunk Poop Man!)
July 12, 2017 06:24 - 1 hour - 61.5 MBWe bring on self proclaimed Disc Golf Extraordinaire and Andrew's roommate Paul to talk about Disc Golf. President of the UMass Disc Golf club for 3 years and a man with 8 aces to his name. Also, Paul is wondering if his friend is too old to hang out with him, Alex is checking in on the Harlem Shake, Chris questions a man playing a saxophone, and Andrew is sick of restaurant marketing gimmicks.
Episode 48: Summer Activities
July 05, 2017 04:00 - 1 hour - 67.4 MBIt's a scorcher out there in this episode as we talk about summer activities. We talk about some of the ways that we have fun in the sun and tackle the age old debate of which season is the best. Listen in to hear Chris's new segment "Season's Riddles". Critics are calling it the Winter of segments (hated by most, loved by few). Also Andrew talks about the man on all of our minds (Lavar Ball), Alex proposes Taco Bell as a potentially healthy alternative, and Chris doesn't want his coworkers ...
Episode 47: Ice Cream
June 28, 2017 05:00 - 1 hour - 51 MBGrab your popcorn, place your bets, and get ready for the first ever INAH Scooper Bowl. An exciting sweet sixteen tournament with ice cream flavors going at each other to decide the greatest flavor of them all. Also, stay tuned for a new segment!
Episode 46: Going to the gym
June 21, 2017 04:00 - 1 hour - 70.5 MBThis week we hit the gym. The three of us share our routines, talk about our first memories of "working out", our current routines, and get into some of the staples legends at every gym. Also Chris wants to drink Mountain Dew, Andrew questions a famous American question, and Alex is looking for the right masseuse. Leave a review and send us an email at [email protected] for a chance to win our Bob Ross Painting Giveaway!
Episode 45: Watching Movies (with Matt Hoff!)
June 19, 2017 06:59 - 1 hour - 56.6 MBAndrew's oldest friend and INAH stan joins the guys in this special bonus episode where we talk about all things film. Matt's Screening: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/and-the-boys-go-private-feature-film-screening-and-director-qa-tickets-33605232154 And The Boys Go Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SkYxUoTGI4c And The Boys Go IMDB: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt6744160/
Episode 44: Going to a Baseball Game
June 14, 2017 04:00 - 1 hour - 53.4 MBTake me out the ball game and welcome! This week we went to a Red Sox game and talk everything from grand slams to bland stans. Just kidding, Henry is not a bland guy you can tell by his voicemail! Also, Alex hates on Kevin from Home Alone, Andrew recalls a former speeding ticket, and Chris still hates the beach. Boston's finest listen for free!
Episode 43: Painting with Bob Ross
June 07, 2017 04:30 - 52 minutes - 46.3 MBGrab a brush, grab some paint, sit back, and relax while we talk about the soothing voice and incredible skill of Mr Bob Ross himself! Tune in to find out who the best painter of the INAH trio is (hint, it's DEFINITELY not Chris). Also, Chris wants to show off his calves, Alex ponders barbers, and Andrew revolutionizes the industry of coins.
Episode 42: Boda Borg (Escape Rooms)
May 31, 2017 05:00 - 1 hour - 48.8 MBAre you trapped in a room with no way of escaping?? Well you might as well just throw in the towel, whip out your headphones, and tune in to this all new episode of INAH and then maybe you'll learn how to escape. In this episode we talk about the new sensation of Boda Borg and (briefly touch on escape rooms as well). Also, Andrew finally grows up, Alex is sick of bad fashion trends, and Chris retires his clicker.
Episode 41: Moving
May 24, 2017 04:08 - 1 hour - 66.3 MBWelcome to season 2. We're moving back into your podcast queue with an episode about moving. We talk about it all from the apartment hunt to move in day and everything in between. Also Andrew wants to pick the perfect name, Chris is scared of darts, and Alex has beef with Betty White. Fill out our survey if you would like to give us any input on the pod. Any answers are appreciated! https://goo.gl/forms/6zOnvEM6gftJHnxu2
Episode 40: Conspiracy Theories 2 (OJ Simpson Trial, Moon Landing Hoax, Mandela Effect)
April 19, 2017 04:00 - 1 hour - 72.9 MBWas OJ Simpson responsible for the killing of Nicole Simpson and Ron Goldman or was there another party involved? Did the Apollo 11 moon landing occur as we were led to believe or was there some foul play by the government and/or Hollywood? Are they the Berenstain or Berenstein Bears or does the Mandela effect lead to proof that there are multiple universes? All that and more on the long awaited sequel of I Need A Hobby: Conspiracy Theories 2. Also we might think people can teleport.
Episode 39: Going to bars
April 12, 2017 04:30 - 1 hour - 58 MBYou must be at least 21 years of age to enjoy this episode. This week Chris really lets his freak flag fly when we discuss going out to bars. Also, Andrew has beef with cows, Chris ponders music genres, and Alex hates vowels. Enjoy responsibly.
Episode 38: Minecraft
April 05, 2017 07:52 - 58 minutes - 59.8 MBThis week we had a very frustrating time playing Minecraft but it was all worth it for the experiences we brought to this podcast. Never again will you break down the door to your own house if you follow the tips in this podcast. Email in if you want to join the realm! Also, Andrew faces an awkward situation on a bus, Alex wants drive thru pizza, and Chris is taking caffeine pills disguised as cold medicine.
Episode 37: Childhood TV Shows (Nickelodeon, Cartoon Network, Disney)
March 29, 2017 04:30 - 1 hour - 48.2 MBOnly 90s kids will get this episode, because we talk about all the hit shows from the 90s! Well, more specifically the early 00s. Looking for your favorite podcasters' opinions on hit shows like Spongebob, Cow and Chicken and Pelswick (yes, we said Pelswick) well look no further! Also, Alex creates a road race business around popular marathons, Chris has concerns with his general practitioner, and Andrew has a change of heart.
Episode 36: Kanye West Discography
March 22, 2017 06:00 - 1 hour - 72.4 MBIf this is your first time hearing this you are about to experience Alex losing his mind. This is a podcast for all the Kanye fans (and Stans) out there. When you're done with the episode the next time you hear a Kanye song you can't help but think no one else in the room knows the full story.
Episode 35: March Madness
March 13, 2017 04:00 - 54 minutes - 47.7 MBEarly episode this week so you guys have time to make your brackets! Follow guest host Billy's advice and see how your bracket does against ours. Follow the link to sign up for the bracket challenge. Winner gets a prize from the hosts! http://games.espn.com/tournament-challenge-bracket/2017/en/group?groupID=1582059&successType=join
Episode 34: Air Travel
March 08, 2017 05:00 - 1 hour - 61.8 MBIn the year 1903, Wilbur and Orville Wright invented the airplane and were the first humans to take to the sky. In the year 2017, the I Need A Hobby crew talks about in-flight movies, delayed flights, and their go-to on flight drink orders in this episode on our Air Travel. Whether your preparing for a trip, looking to block out the screaming child next to you, or just want to imagine the wonders of flight, this is a must listen. Also Andrew skips half-time interview, Chris talks money on t...
Episode 33: Bowling
March 01, 2017 05:30 - 56 minutes - 49.3 MBTune in to to hear us talk about bowling! Candle pin? Duck pin? Bowling For Soup? You name it, we talked about it! This is a real turkey of an episode so don't miss it! Also, Chris discusses athletic strategy, Andrew ponders infomercials, and Alex changes the grocery industry as we know it.
Episode 32: Skiing
February 22, 2017 05:00 - 1 hour - 63.5 MBThis week we took on one of the Winter's finest hobbies: Skiing. Tune in to listen to us talk about black diamonds, small talk on the ski lift, and perfecting the pizza french fry method. Also Andrew takes a stand on blonde jokes, Alex reminisces on a questionable television show, and Chris has some hot takes on writing utensils
Episode 31: Juggling
February 15, 2017 05:34 - 54 minutes - 42.3 MBThis week we tried juggling all the commitments in our lives, literally! We talk famous juggling styles, world records, and jogglers. If you think you can take a 3 ball shower than this is the podcast for you! Also, Chris wants to go off the grid, Alex attempts to debunk a staple of the deep south, and Andrew hates the Chainsmokers.
Episode 30: Fan Theories (Rugrats, Star Wars, Pixar)
February 08, 2017 05:30 - 1 hour - 62.7 MBHave you ever found yourself theorizing about nonexistent babies in Rugrats, the true power held by Jar Jar Binks, or the intertwined beauty that is the Pixar Universe? Well then you're in luck! This week Andrew, Chris, and Alex delve into three different wild but almost believable fan theories that will leave you in awe... when you see it!
Episode 29: Going Vegan
February 01, 2017 06:00 - 53 minutes - 41.3 MBTune in to this new episode of INAH to hear the trials and tribulations involved in the vegan diet. Is meat murder? Are eggs dairy? Is the falafel guy just hitting on Andrew? These questions and many more will be answered! Also, Alex takes up arms against Snapchat, Andrew is sick of forgetting his passwords, and Chris has a thing or two to say about bottled water.
Episode 28: Rock Climbing
January 25, 2017 05:00 - 57 minutes - 57.3 MBThis week we spent some time on the boulder and tried the popular hobby of rock climbing. Listen to hear if we were able to send it to the top and learn some cool rock climber lingo from Alex. Also Andrew reminisces on show and tell, Chris questions *67, and Alex wants an answer on door holding etiquette.
Episode 27: Disney World
January 18, 2017 05:00 - 1 hour - 55.1 MBWe took some time off of our 9-5 to go to Walt Disney World! Ever wonder what its like to be afraid on the Tower of Terror? To drink beers from Norway? To give the middle finger to Animal Kingdom? Then this is the episode for you! Also, Chris can't stop closing the bathroom door, Alex wants a better hand drying system, and Andrew is onto so-called "restaurant favorites".
Episode 26.2: Running a Marathon
January 11, 2017 06:00 - 1 hour - 63.1 MBGet your Vaseline ready because in this episode, we talk about our experience with the Walt Disney World Marathon! Also, we talk about Facebook statuses, Andrew looks for more dynamic duos, Alex has a beef with the Italian language, and Chris goes nuts! Enjoy
Episode 25: Hot Pepper Challenge
January 04, 2017 05:00 - 47 minutes - 46.1 MBVIDEO: https://youtube.com/watch?v=_vtC2hDrG7Y
Episode 24: 2016 Wrap Up
December 28, 2016 05:00 - 48 minutes - 37.1 MBWe talk about the big moments of the year 2016 as a year and look forward to a successful year of podcasting in 2017! Tune in to hear it all, including some unreleased podcast moments and a special announcement at the end
Episode 23: Cooking
December 21, 2016 06:00 - 56 minutes - 56.1 MBDo you smell what the pod is cooking? Well I hope not because it most likely smells like eggs! This week hosts Andrew, Chris, and Alex devoted their free time to the hobby of cooking. Watch out Guy Fieri, there's a few more slightly below average chefs in town. Also, Alex continues to struggle with his name, Andrew questions debit cards, and Chris goes to a Sonic.
Episode 22: Pop Music
December 14, 2016 06:00 - 58 minutes - 52.7 MBTune in for a commercial free hour of I Need A Hobby. This week, we talked about popular music! Also, Andrew thinks tall people need to warm up, Alex's name saga continues, and Chris thinks sports are weird jobs.
Episode 21: History of Memes
December 07, 2016 07:51 - 1 hour - 65.1 MBWhen it's Wednesday morning and you're listening to your favorite podcast but no one has seen you in weeks #JustToddThings. This week we talk about everyone's favorite guilty pleasure: memes. Specifically how they've changed over the years. I can haz memes? Yes you can in this episode. Think that meme is bad? Come on in they only get worse! Alright times up let's do this I NEEEEEEEEEED A HOBBBBBBBY
Episode 20: Marathon Training
December 01, 2016 06:00 - 1 hour - 65.2 MBStrap on your running shoes, grab your Vaseline, and make sure to hydrate because we're about to teach you a thing or two about this week's hobby, Marathon Training! This instant classic is packed full of enough marathon-based knowledge to get you prepared to PR! Also, the fans talk about psychopaths, Alex creates the first joint speaker, Chris questions the alcohol industry, and Andrew gets confused by the Hawaiian language.
Episode 18: Thanksgiving
November 23, 2016 06:38 - 50 minutes - 44.9 MBWe are thankful for a new episode of I Need a Hobby every Wednesday! This week we chatted about the best and worst parts of Thanksgiving and whether or not Chris can make Cranberry sauce, well done! Also the fans question whether attending a neighbor's yard sale is the right move, Andrew is thankful for remote controls, Chris is thankful for no longer using AIM, Alex is thankful Thanksgiving isn't celebrated with Italian Food.
Episode 17: Lockpicking
November 16, 2016 15:23 - 45 minutes - 44.4 MBThis week we tried to break into some of the worlds most secure locks: a combination Masterlock and a practice padlock. This hobby was so frustrating we had to listen to Episode 16: Wine Tasting again just to calm ourselves down. Also, we debate whether flying is better than driving (for a while), Alex wonders how many eggs we've eaten in our lives, Chris wants to make disposable suits, and Andrew is debates the which is the healthiest of the sodas.
Episode 16: Wine Tasting
November 09, 2016 15:59 - 46 minutes - 40.2 MBTired of hearing about the election? Sounds like you need a hobby! This week we went wine tasting. Look, smell, taste, and spit out this episode because its finer than a Pinot Noir! Also, Alex is perplexed by tap dancing, Andrew wants to do a spelling bee, and Chris is a fan of Cubs trivia.
Episode 15: Baseball Stories
November 02, 2016 04:17 - 42 minutes - 42.6 MBGame 7, tonight! Perfect time to release an episode where we talk about famous tales in the world of Major League Baseball. Will Steve Bartman come walk onto Wrigley field with a goat if the Cubs win the World Series? Find out here! Also, Chris keeps forgetting to Vas, Andrew doesn't understand busses and railroads, and Alex wonders which body parts are the best to compliment.
Episode 14: Halloween
October 26, 2016 13:11 - 42 minutes - 42.3 MBHello and welcome to a spooooooky episode of I Need a Hobby, a podcast. This week we talked all about the things that scare us the most and the wonders of the upcoming holiday that is Halloween. Also, Andrew doesn't understand Simon Cowell. Chris questions old people at parties, and Alex doesn't like when people put milk in his bag. Yeah we forgot to do ratings so get at us email in if you want to know!
Episode 13: Fall Activities
October 19, 2016 13:23 - 39 minutes - 35.5 MBThis we talked all about the hobbies to do in the great season that is fall (or autumn). Feel free to call Alex out for never having a cider donut! Also, Andrew wonders what happened to illegally downloading music with LimeWire, Alex has to sneeze, and Chris just found out what the next generation of I Need a Hobby listeners is doing these days.
Episode 12: Basketball
October 12, 2016 05:25 - 39 minutes - 39.8 MBThis week we were joined by special guest and NBA legend Charles Barkley! Also, Alex wonders if the former CEO of Blockbuster uses Netflix, Andrew is sick of brithday cards, and Chris got some hermit crabs (at the time of recording. RIP Prospect and Poncho).