Much Ado About Everything
50 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 6 years ago - ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsA podcast starring four American guys in their 20s with diverse backgrounds and perspectives. We realized there is a severe lack of our unique perspectives being reflected in the mass media, podcasts, internet blogs - you name it. We aim to fix that! So join us and enjoy our friendly banter on sports, politics, pop culture, and everything else. BYOB ;)
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Facebook Is The New McDonald's
February 18, 2018 07:31 - 1 hour - 84.1 MBWe recorded this podcast on February 10, 2018. Since then, Wired has published their scathing article on Facebook's hellish two years, and Eminem has released a music video that heavily references the modern Facebook experience as the backdrop to the current social and political crises in USA. Hopefully we are not as critical, although I must say myself that we come close. Facebook, being near and dear to my heart as probably the company I have been the most intimate with, plays the represe...
Looking For A Leader
January 21, 2018 08:09 - 1 hour - 113 MBMuch Ado About Everything is back after a very long hiatus. Shan joins me as we discuss the lack of true leadership in current American society.
Dating Vs Marriage
December 18, 2015 06:36 - 44 minutes - 41.1 MBDating Vs Marriage! Do you look for the same things in people you date that you want in the person you see yourself marrying? Why or Why Not?? Join us and our female panel from last week's slut shaming episode as we give you our take.
Why Do We Still Slut Shame Women?
December 05, 2015 08:32 - 36 minutes - 33.4 MBIt's 2015. Gender Equality is celebrated and encouraged. People are expected to take active ownership of their own dating and sex lives. Tinder and a million other dating apps are dominating the dating scene. So why do some still slut shame women? And women specifically? What do we mean by a slut anyways? Who slut shames more - men or women? Join us this week along with our three special guests who bring their female perspectives to this lively discussion/debate. You don't want to miss this...
Our Very Own Thanksgiving Special
December 01, 2015 04:22 - 40 minutes - 37.1 MBOur cousin, Naina Singh, joins us for our very own Thanksgiving special. Join us as Shan, Saharsh, and Naina spend their post-Thanksgiving food coma with deep conversation about.. well.. everything. We talk about Thanksgiving itself, partying, dating, and Saharsh's magnificent beard. Great episode to extend that Thanksgiving vibe while you wait for Christmas.
Is America Still The Greatest Nation On Earth?
November 27, 2015 19:40 - 46 minutes - 42.7 MBA lot of us, especially Americans, often ask this question. Is America still the greatest nation on the planet? Was it ever? Oh, undoubtedly so at one point. But what does it even mean to be the greatest nation on the planet? Join the Much Ado team this week as we take on these questions and much more.
Greg Hardy Revisited
November 19, 2015 06:13 - 36 minutes - 33 MBGreg Hardy has been alleged to have assaulted an ex-girlfriend by grabbing her, throwing her into furniture, strangling her, and threatening to kill her. Despite protests of many, Jerry Jones and the Dallas Cowboys continue to play him. Who is right? Join us this week as we revisit the Greg Hardy situation and give you our take.
Much Ado About Kobe Bryant
November 07, 2015 17:55 - 33 minutes - 30.8 MBThe Black Mamba starts his 20th year in the NBA, and it will most likely be his final year. We take the time this week to discuss his place and legacy in the league. Don't miss this one!
Much Ado About Priyanka Chopra
October 30, 2015 07:00 - 33 minutes - 30.6 MBPriyanka Chopra has officially invaded the American Popular Culture psyche with her lead role on the new hit show Quantico. Join us this week as we discuss Ms Chopra herself, what she and Quantico mean for Indian Americans today, and much more.
Much Ado About Technology
October 25, 2015 15:33 - 34 minutes - 32 MBHas technology transformed our lives for the better? Or is it slowly turning the human race into socially awkward, physically impotent, depressed idiots? Where is this all headed? Join us this week for a fascinating discussion as we tackle technology and its impacts on current and future society head on.
Is College Still Relevant?
October 17, 2015 07:33 - 34 minutes - 31.5 MBThis week we turn the focus of our no-bullshit biting social commentary towards college. What purpose does college serve American Society in 2015? Is it still relevant? What can even replace it? All this and much more in this week's episode all about college.
Who Are They Now?
September 26, 2015 13:51 - 50 minutes - 46.4 MBWho today reminds you the most of Frank Sinatra? How about Marilyn Monroe? This week, the guys play a fun game called "Who Are They Now?" with many classic American celebrity icons. Some of the answers will surprise you!
Meaningless Relationships
September 19, 2015 07:34 - 36 minutes - 33.5 MB"Oh she's not Ms. Right, she's just Ms. Right Now". "Oh I'm with him, but I really don't see myself marrying him". Why do some people find themselves spending way too long in these meaningless relationships stringing the other person along? We sit down with special guest Varun Jindal and take a deep dive into this topic. Join us for another fascinating Much Ado relationship segment!
Much Ado About NYC
September 19, 2015 05:18 - 36 minutes - 33.4 MBThe Singh find themselves together in NYC and start musing about the city's good, bad, and the ugly. An episode completely dedicated to the Big Apple!
The Boys Are Back In Town
September 02, 2015 05:18 - 26 minutes - 24.2 MBShan is back in Dallas for the weekend. We start by wrapping up our Straight out of compton discussion and quickly move on to the Dallas Cowboys. We especially touch on the explosive new Dez Bryant article. We also discuss the potential for the Cowboys as well as the NFL as large as the new season kicks off.
Straight Outta Compton Pt 1
August 24, 2015 05:39 - 32 minutes - 29.6 MBStraight Outta Compton is one of the biggest movies of this year. Back from our summer hiatus, we discuss the movie, especially the stuff about N.W.A. you did not see. We only scratch the surface and will be back again to discuss the movie fully next week.
Dallas Cowboys Are Still America's Team
July 24, 2015 04:37 - 35 minutes - 32.7 MBAh them Cowboys! Yes, Dallas Cowboys are still America's team. This week, we get into exactly why they are still America's team, and how, quite possibly, they may no longer be so very soon.
Much Ado About Men
July 15, 2015 03:52 - 34 minutes - 31.6 MBIn this episode, we talk about the modern man and society's expectations of him.
Jay Z vs Eminem : Who is the GOAT?
July 01, 2015 04:49 - 44 minutes - 40.6 MBAll right. This is it. The final, conclusive answer to the age old question - who is the greatest rapper of all time? Jay Z or Eminem? We go in on this and come up with an indisputable, conclusive answer. Join us as we apply the criteria of 'popularity, industry contribution, timelessness, technical craft, and the golden moment' to finally put this debate to rest. Instant classic.
NBA End Of Year Report
June 24, 2015 05:08 - 42 minutes - 38.6 MBNBA Finals are over and it's time we delivered our report. So join us as we - recap the finals - discuss the viability of the Warriors being a dynasty in the coming years - muse over the legacy of Lebron - talk Soccer (cuz why the hell not) - discuss who is a bigger global star - Lebron or Messi - talk about American arrogance, especially when it comes to our sports. Don't miss this one ;)
The Female Perspective
June 18, 2015 05:41 - 47 minutes - 43.7 MBWe bring in our friend Liz to provide the female perspective as we talk dating and relationships. Join us for a fun, light hearted, sometimes off the wall, but ultimately thought provoking conversation.
Much Ado About Friends
June 18, 2015 05:24 - 34 minutes - 31.2 MBJoin the boys this week as we tackle everything about friendship.
Much Ado About Comedians
June 11, 2015 04:19 - 31 minutes - 29.1 MBWe start with trading names of our favorite comedians and end with a deep discussion of, well, just about everything about comedy. What makes a comedian funny? What makes a comedian great? What value, besides entertainment, can a comedian provide to society? What if Shaq has a really small penis? All this and much more on this very funny segment about comedians.
Much Ado About Work
June 11, 2015 03:37 - 38 minutes - 34.9 MBDo you work too much? Do you feel like America is a little too work obsessed? Would you like to have 4 day work weeks? Do you want to work more from home? Well you are just a lazy bastard aren't you?? Don't worry, you are not alone. Join the crew this week as we go all in on work.
Dream Teams All Day Homie
June 03, 2015 05:24 - 49 minutes - 45.1 MBAll the NBA superstars talk got us all excited about making dream teams. So we go in and we go hard. Join us as each of us presents our dream teams in NBA, NFL, and movies. Yes, movies. This one gets a little out of control.
Much Ado About Lebron
June 03, 2015 05:14 - 34 minutes - 31.7 MB2015 NBA Finals are upon us, and it doesn't get much better than this. The undisputed number one star of NBA will square off against everyone's favorite underdog of the year. It's the Prodigal Son vs the Golden Boy. It's King James vs the Baby Faced Assasin. It's freaking Lebron James vs Steph Curry! In preparation for this momentous occasion, we discuss the crap out of Lebron. We discuss his legacy. Where he stands today. What the future might hold for him. We compare him against Steph Cur...
Buzzed For 60 Minutes
May 27, 2015 04:15 - 1 hour - 63.1 MBTexas is literally being flooded off the map. So what do we do for safety and comfort? We bunker down in our recording room with alcohol and record our hearts out. In the spirit of our original episode - 'Drunk in 30 minutes' - Chika and Saharsh grab the mic and some booze, and then proceed to talk about pretty much everything for an hour. You don't want to miss this one.
Much Ado About Wingwomen
May 20, 2015 03:56 - 37 minutes - 33.9 MBAlright. Get ready as we deep dive into all that is to talk about wingwomen. Yes, we are talking about a man and woman going out together to pick up. Is is better for a man to have a girl wing when trying to pick up? I think we know the answer to that one. But is it better for the girl too? All this and much more in this week's episode - Much Ado About Wingwomen.
Much Ado About "Avengers : The Age Of Ultron"
May 12, 2015 04:32 - 36 minutes - 33 MBWe break down the new Avengers movie and use it as a jump off point to discuss the current and future state of superhero movies.
Much Ado About Brady's Balls
May 12, 2015 04:32 - 35 minutes - 32.3 MBWhile avoiding an overwhelming amout of innuendos about testicles, we bravely disect Bradygate. - Was what Brady did wrong? - What impact will this have on the legacy of Tom Brady and New England Patriots? - What grinds Saharsh's gears about Lebron James? - Trust us! You want to stick around till the very end on this one.
Minority Report
May 05, 2015 06:44 - 48 minutes - 44 MBA complaint in the Baltimore protests has been lack of support from other minority groups. Why is there a lack of unity among the different minority groups in America? Can there be common links to bring these groups together? Join us as we use the Baltimore riots to take a hard look at race relations in the US of A, a supposed melting pot.
The Banter of the Century
May 05, 2015 06:16 - 27 minutes - 24.9 MBPacquiao vs Mayweather! "The Fight of the Century"? Or more like "The Snoozefest of the Century"? - Was the fight a disappointment? - Did this fight bring boxing back into the mainstream again? - Which celebrities got the biggest cheers in the New York bars? Join us for all this and much more as we discuss our experiences of watching the much hyped boxing match from New York, Washington D.C. and Dallas.
Interview - Mystic, Ted Cruz's Shady Campaign Manager
April 30, 2015 05:56 - 12 minutes - 11.7 MBMuch Ado About Everything is now expanding into faux journalism as we interview Mystic. Mystic is a friend of the show who also has emerged as a major behind the scenes figure in American Politics. Currently he has taken on the job of running Ted Cruz's campaign. Previously he has been involved in such dealings as providing discreet email services to major US political figures like Hillary Clinton. You don't want to miss this interview!
Topic - The Widespread Epidemic of Flakiness
April 30, 2015 05:39 - 34 minutes - 31.2 MB- Do you see acquaintances constantly running late or sometime not showing up at all to events and appointments? - Do you find yourself getting last minute texts from friends cancelling on you frequently? - Do you feel like people just don't commit to things wholeheartedly anymore? Well obviously you are an unlikable loser that nobody wants to hang out with. Just kidding. You're not alone. Join the crew this week as we discuss a severe epidemic in modern society - flakiness.
Banter - Who Flipped Me Off Dude?
April 30, 2015 05:24 - 33 minutes - 31 MBBanter. Free flowing conversation. This is the reason we got into this the first place. To share our amazing conversations with the world. Conversations that go off on random, unpredictable tangents. Conversations that analyze the bajezzus out of the mundane. Conversations that can only take place between true friends that each happen to be smart, funny, immature, and insanely attractive in equal parts. Join the guys for another one of these!
Topic - Much Ado About Bond. James Bond.
April 23, 2015 04:52 - 33 minutes - 30.8 MB- Who is the best actor to play Bond? - Can a black or non-white actor do justice as Bond? Bollywood actor? - Who is the hottest Bollywood actress? Sorry, once we went Bollywood, we had to discuss this. Join us for all this and much more in this week's segment all about Bond. James Bond.
Banter - Playoffs, Rejection, Dry Sevai
April 23, 2015 04:46 - 35 minutes - 32.5 MBThis week the banter segment takes a wild ride through NBA playoffs, mormon women, and eventually has Saharsh and Chika trading stories of rejection from women. Entertaining, personal, and illuminating.
Banter - J@#$& Tits
April 15, 2015 02:39 - 28 minutes - 25.9 MBJoin us for another off the wall banter segment as we muse about Fast 7, Wrestling, boobs, and much more. Comedy gold is made here.
Topic - Much Ado About Marriage
April 15, 2015 02:38 - 29 minutes - 26.9 MB- Why do people get married? - Why is the divorce rate so high? - Does marriage still make sense in our society? In this episode, we dig deep into one of the most important topics for most - marriage.
Banter - 'Browns vs Blacks' and Asian Masseuses
April 13, 2015 06:04 - 31 minutes - 29 MBA rambunctious banter segment recapping last weekend's epic basketball showdown and Shan and Saharsh dabbling in intimate massages from Asian women.
Topic - How black is To Pimp A Butterfly?
March 31, 2015 05:44 - 35 minutes - 32.9 MB- How black is Kendrick Lamar's 'To Pimp A Butterfly'? - Is Kendrick's brand of hip hop better than Drake and Lil Wayne hip hop? - Who is the face of hip hop? - How do you pimp a butterfly? Is it different than pimping a goat or a snake? All this and much more on this 'all about hip hop' segment!
Topic - Ted Cruz and Barack Obama
March 31, 2015 05:19 - 34 minutes - 31.4 MB- Is Ted Cruz a serious presidential candidate? - Obviously not, but then why is he running? - What will be Barack Obama's legacy as he finishes his final term as president? All this and much more in this politically charged topic segment.
Banter - Lake Chika, A Miracle Of Evolution
March 31, 2015 05:14 - 18 minutes - 17 MBThis week's banter segment brings the heat, and some sweat. We discuss how Chika and Saharsh are evolved humans with a built in temperature control system. Shan, Saharsh, and Chika turn up the trash talk as the big basketball showdown comes closer.
Topic - Greg Hardy
March 24, 2015 06:13 - 28 minutes - 26.3 MB- Are Cowboys right in signing Greg Hardy? - Should NFL teams hire ex-felons and players with bad "off-the-field" character? - Is a pro-athlete obligated to be a role model for society? All this and much more in this lively topic segment. NOTE: Starting this week, we will split up each episode into two to three 20-30 minute segments. The first segment will typically be random banter while each of the rest will focus on a specific topic.
Banter - Burned Waffles For A Depressed Duck
March 24, 2015 06:10 - 24 minutes - 22.2 MBStarting this week, we will split up each episode into two to three 20-30 minute segments. The first segment will typically be random banter while each of the rest will focus on a specific topic. This week's banter segment explores an upcoming basketball showdown, a Facebook faux pas, and Waffle House whores.
Tostidos Fiesta Presents Saharsh's Existential Crisis
March 18, 2015 09:16 - 1 hour - 71.4 MBA packed (read: hungover) St. Patty's weekend means a delayed mid-week podcast. Join us as we muse about consumerism sucking out the soul of everything including holidays, college sports, and Saharsh's St. Patty's weekend.
Save America By Dating Your Black Friends
March 09, 2015 07:08 - 1 hour - 63.6 MBCan a man and woman be platonic best friends? Why do people still get weird about interracial reliationships with black people? Is America still a racist country? Has House of Cards jumped the Shark? All this and much more on this week of Much Ado About Everything.
Don't Fart On My Nuts, Cuz!
March 02, 2015 08:25 - 1 hour - 63.9 MBJoin us this week for another episode of Much Ado About Everything. Our discussion this week starts with annoying laws regarding drinking and quickly evolves into a large discussion about politics today in USA. The discussion climaxes discussing Chris Christie's disgusting display of excitement over a Cowboys win. The conversation eventually de-evolves back to analysing a comedic failure of an old new years eve we spent. All that much more! Yes, we have mastered tangents...
Smash and Bang
February 23, 2015 20:55 - 1 hour - 59.9 MBJoin us this week as we discuss Kardashians, Mayweather, troubled NFL athletes, and so much more. We talk about: - Chika's new low carb diet - Amber Rose vs Kardashians - Troubled NFL athletes - Ray Rice, Adrian Peterson, Michael Vick - Jamies Winston vs Marcus Mariotta - Floyd Mayweather vs Manny Pacquiao
Episode 0 : Drunk in 30 Minutes
February 23, 2015 20:46 - 59 minutes - 54.9 MBA discussion about alcoholic shots with controversial names turns into an analysis of the impact of social media on our current society. This is the unofficial first episode of our new podcast 'Much Ado About Everything'.