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THRILLIST'S BEST: The Best Hidden Gems on Netflix
February 20, 2020 08:00 - 58 minutesAre you looking for something else to binge after watching The Office 500 times? Is there a better guilty pleasure watch than The Circle? Have you ever heard of a goth crafting show that involves puppet assistance? In this episode of Thrillist’s Best (and the Rest), host Wil Fulton is joined by Entertainment Editor Leanne Butkovic, Senior Writer Dan Jackson, and Staff Writer Emma Stefansky to detail the Netflix original series that we all should be watching. They sift through the crap to find...
The Best Hidden Gems on Netflix
February 20, 2020 08:00 - 56 minutesAre you looking for something else to binge after watching The Office 500 times? Is there a better guilty pleasure watch than The Circle? Have you ever heard of a goth crafting show that involves puppet assistance? In this episode of Thrillist’s Best (and the Rest), host Wil Fulton is joined by Entertainment Editor Leanne Butkovic, Senior Writer Dan Jackson, and Staff Writer Emma Stefansky to detail the Netflix original series that we all should be watching. They sift through the crap to find...
THRILLIST'S BEST: What’s the Perfect Fast Food Meal?
February 13, 2020 08:00 - 53 minutesWhat’s the ultimate fast food meal? What are the Thrillist Fast Food Awards? Does putting Cuban rum in a Frosty actually taste good? On this episode of Thrillist’s Best (and the Rest), Thrillist host Wil Fulton is joined by Senior Editor Tony Merevick, Writer-at-Large Kevin Alexander, and Staff Writer Kat Thompson. They give the details on the Thrillist Fast Food Awards (the Fasties!), play a quick fast food trivia drinking game, and then partake in a fast food fantasy draft. Come to hear our...
What’s the Perfect Fast Food Meal?
February 13, 2020 08:00 - 51 minutesWhat’s the ultimate fast food meal? What are the Thrillist Fast Food Awards? Does putting Cuban rum in a Frosty actually taste good? On this episode of Thrillist’s Best (and the Rest), Thrillist host Wil Fulton is joined by Senior Editor Tony Merevick, Writer-at-Large Kevin Alexander, and Staff Writer Kat Thompson. They give the details on the Thrillist Fast Food Awards (the Fasties!), play a quick fast food trivia drinking game, and then partake in a fast food fantasy draft. Come to hear our...
BONUS EPISODE: The New Definition of Fast Food
February 10, 2020 17:00 - 23 minutesIs Shake Shack fast food? What about Chipotle? In this very special BONUS EPISODE, Thrillist host Wil Fulton sits down with Senior Editor Tony Merevick, Staff Writer Kat Thompson, and Writer at Large Kevin Alexander to settle a debate that has raged in the Thrillist office for months: what actually counts as fast food in 2020? It's all in honor of the Thrillist's Fasties: our first ever fast food award show. Make sure to tune in February 19th when Thrillist announces this year's winners in ...
THRILLIST'S BEST: How to Travel Like an Expert (and the Mistakes You Don’t Want to Make)
February 06, 2020 08:00 - 1 hourWhat’s the biggest mistake most first-time solo travelers make? Where should you stay while traveling alone? Why is going on vacation with your partner sometimes harder than traveling with a big group? On this episode, Thrillist host Wil Fulton is joined by two experienced solo travelers, former Thrillist Travel editor Ryan Craggs and Video Editor Aaron Rubin, who share their stories, tips, and regrets from vacationing alone. In the back half of the episode, Wil talks with Cities Editor Alex ...
How to Travel Like an Expert (and the Mistakes You Don’t Want to Make)
February 06, 2020 08:00 - 1 hourWhat’s the biggest mistake most first-time solo travelers make? Where should you stay while traveling alone? Why is going on vacation with your partner sometimes harder than traveling with a big group? On this episode, Thrillist host Wil Fulton is joined by two experienced solo travelers, former Thrillist Travel editor Ryan Craggs and Video Editor Aaron Rubin, who share their stories, tips, and regrets from vacationing alone. In the back half of the episode, Wil talks with Cities Editor Alex ...
The State With The Most Brutal Winter (and How to Cope)
January 30, 2020 08:00 - 50 minutesHow can you upgrade your instant ramen without even trying? What’s the best winter beer to drink this season? Does the Midwest or New England have the more “brutal winter?” In this episode, Thrillist host Wil Fulton is joined by Food Writer Kat Thompson and beer writer Zach Mack to help us deal with the winter blues. Then, Senior Video Producer and New Englander Chas Truslow joins Senior Editor and proud Midwestern boy Andy Kryza to figure out what part of America has the worst winter. Come t...
Best Easy Ramen Hacks and Winter Beers
January 30, 2020 08:00 - 55 minutesHow can you upgrade your instant ramen without even trying? What’s the best winter beer to drink this season? Does the Midwest or New England have the more “brutal winter?” In this episode, Thrillist host Wil Fulton is joined by Food Writer Kat Thompson and beer writer Zach Mack to help us deal with the winter blues. Then, Senior Video Producer and New Englander Chas Truslow joins Senior Editor and proud Midwestern boy Andy Kryza to figure out what part of America has the worst winter. Come t...
THRILLIST'S BEST: Best Easy Ramen Hacks and Winter Beers
January 30, 2020 08:00 - 53 minutesHow can you upgrade your instant ramen without even trying? What’s the best winter beer to drink this season? Does the Midwest or New England have the more “brutal winter?” In this episode, Thrillist host Wil Fulton is joined by Food Writer Kat Thompson and beer writer Zach Mack to help us deal with the winter blues. Then, Senior Video Producer and New Englander Chas Truslow joins Senior Editor and proud Midwestern boy Andy Kryza to figure out what part of America has the worst winter. Come t...
2020 Oscar Predictions (Joker Won’t Win!)
January 23, 2020 08:00 - 52 minutesShould the Oscars add a “Best Stunts” category? Why did Adam Sandler, Awkwafina, and Greta Gerwig get snubbed? Is 1917 a good movie? On this episode of Thrillist's Best (and the Rest), host Wil Fulton talks Oscar predictions with Senior Writers Esther Zuckerman and Dan Jackson. Come to hear why Joe Pesci might upset Brad Pitt, stay to hear who Wil thinks should have really played Mr. Rogers (sorry, Tom Hanks!) in A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood. We would love to hear your thoughts! Pleas...
THRILLIST'S BEST: 2020 Oscar Predictions (Joker Won’t Win!)
January 23, 2020 08:00 - 53 minutesShould the Oscars add a “Best Stunts” category? Why did Adam Sandler, Awkwafina, and Greta Gerwig get snubbed? Is 1917 a good movie? On this episode of Thrillist's Best (and the Rest), host Wil Fulton talks Oscar predictions with Senior Writers Esther Zuckerman and Dan Jackson. Come to hear why Joe Pesci might upset Brad Pitt, stay to hear who Wil thinks should have really played Mr. Rogers (sorry, Tom Hanks!) in A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood. We would love to hear your thoughts! Pleas...
Thrillist’s Guide to Wellness (Lots of Water, Some Beer, No Keto)
January 16, 2020 08:00 - 52 minutesWhat happens to your body when you drink a gallon of water every day for a month? How can the keto diet ruin your life, if you’re not careful? What’s the best non-alcoholic beer to make your dry January not suck? In this week’s episode of Thrillist’s Best (and the Rest), Thrillist host Wil Fulton is joined by Executive Food Editor Nicole A. Taylor and Senior Food Editor Adriana Velez to go over simple things you can swap out of your diet to make your January a little healthier. Wil details hi...
THRILLIST'S BEST: Thrillist’s Guide to Wellness (Lots of Water, Some Beer, No Keto)
January 16, 2020 08:00 - 54 minutesWhat happens to your body when you drink a gallon of water every day for a month? How can the keto diet ruin your life, if you’re not careful? What’s the best non-alcoholic beer to make your dry January not suck? In this week’s episode of Thrillist’s Best (and the Rest), Thrillist host Wil Fulton is joined by Executive Food Editor Nicole A. Taylor and Senior Food Editor Adriana Velez to go over simple things you can swap out of your diet to make your January a little healthier. Wil details hi...
THRILLIST'S BEST: How to Find the Best Cheap Flight Deals Ever
January 09, 2020 08:00 - 52 minutesScott Keyes (founder of the wildly popular “Scott’s Cheap Flights” site) joins Thrillist host Wil Fulton and Executive Travel Editor Keller Powell to basically deliver every cheap flight hack he knows. What’s the best time of year to book a flight? Is there anyway to get free upgrades to first class? Which website should you be using to buy your plane tickets? Where should you be traveling in 2020? Come for the answers to these questions (and much, much more), stay to hear our opinions on whe...
How to Find the Best Cheap Flight Deals Ever
January 09, 2020 08:00 - 52 minutesScott Keyes (founder of the wildly popular “Scott’s Cheap Flights” site) joins Thrillist host Wil Fulton and Executive Travel Editor Keller Powell to basically deliver every cheap flight hack he knows. What’s the best time of year to book a flight? Is there anyway to get free upgrades to first class? Which website should you be using to buy your plane tickets? Where should you be traveling in 2020? Come for the answers to these questions (and much, much more), stay to hear our opinions on whe...
THRILLIST'S BEST: In 2020, It’s All About Simplicity
January 02, 2020 08:00 - 56 minutesOn this episode, Thrillist host Wil Fulton finds out what the food (and beer!) world will be like in the (new) year of our Lord, 2020. After Executive Food Editor Nicole A. Taylor discloses the holiday she hopes will vanish in 2020, Senior Editor Tony Merevick and Staff Writer Kat Thompson cover fast food trends, including McDonald's plan to take on Popeye's chicken sandwich. Jeremy Jacobowitz (aka Brunch Boys on Instagram) talks about social media's continued influence on the restaurant worl...
In 2020, It’s All About Simplicity
January 02, 2020 08:00 - 54 minutesOn this episode, Thrillist host Wil Fulton finds out what the food (and beer!) world will be like in the (new) year of our Lord, 2020. After Executive Food Editor Nicole A. Taylor discloses the holiday she hopes will vanish in 2020, Senior Editor Tony Merevick and Staff Writer Kat Thompson cover fast food trends, including McDonald's plan to take on Popeye's chicken sandwich. Jeremy Jacobowitz (aka Brunch Boys on Instagram) talks about social media's continued influence on the restaurant worl...
The Best Movie of the Decade is... Complicated
December 19, 2019 08:00 - 57 minutesWhat director owned the 2010s? Which actor had the best decade, overall? Why does TL Senior Writer Dan Jackson hate theaters with assigned seating? In this episode of Thrillist's Best (and the Rest), host Wil Fulton is joined by Senior Staff Writers Esther Zuckerman, Staff Writer Emma Stefansky, and the aforementioned Jackson to look back at a decade of "movie films," and ride eternal, shiny and chrome (and yes, that's a Mad Max reference) Come to find out what we think the best year for movi...
THRILLIST'S BEST: The Best Movie of the Decade is... Complicated
December 19, 2019 08:00 - 1 hourWhat director owned the 2010s? Which actor had the best decade, overall? Why does TL Senior Writer Dan Jackson hate theaters with assigned seating? In this episode of Thrillist's Best (and the Rest), host Wil Fulton is joined by Senior Staff Writers Esther Zuckerman, Staff Writer Emma Stefansky, and the aforementioned Jackson to look back at a decade of "movie films," and ride eternal, shiny and chrome (and yes, that's a Mad Max reference) Come to find out what we think the best year for movi...
What’s the Best Cure For a Hangover? (with Thrillist Founder Ben Lerer)
December 12, 2019 08:00 - 57 minutesIf you’ve ever had a hangover (and especially if you have one right now) this might be the most important podcast of your life. In this episode, Thrillist Host Wil Fulton undergoes an intravenous hangover hydration treatment from the IV Doc, and learns a little bit about the science behind hangovers. He also sits down for a conversation with Thrillist founder, investor, and Group Nine CEO Ben Lerer for insights about drinking, making big decisions, and Ben’s go-to hangover cure. At the end of...
THRILLIST'S BEST: What’s the Best Cure For a Hangover? (with Thrillist Founder Ben Lerer)
December 12, 2019 08:00 - 1 hourIf you’ve ever had a hangover (and especially if you have one right now) this might be the most important podcast of your life. In this episode, Thrillist Host Wil Fulton undergoes an intravenous hangover hydration treatment from the IV Doc, and learns a little bit about the science behind hangovers. He also sits down for a conversation with Thrillist founder, investor, and Group Nine CEO Ben Lerer for insights about drinking, making big decisions, and Ben’s go-to hangover cure. At the end of...
THRILLIST'S BEST: The Best Holiday Movies of All Time (and are the Netflix Christmas Movies Actually Good?)
December 05, 2019 08:00 - 53 minutesIs Batman Returns really a Christmas movie? Are there any great Hanukkah films? Does Love Actually actually suck? And perhaps most importantly, do all the Netflix Christmas movies exist in the same universe?! In this week’s episode of Thrillist's Best (and the Rest), host Wil Fulton, Senior Entertainment Writer Esther Zuckerman, and Entertainment Staff Writer Emma Stefansky dive into the yuletide-drenched world of Holiday movies. Come to hear us try to figure out why people like those crappy ...
The Best Holiday Movies of All Time (and are the Netflix Christmas Movies Actually Good?)
December 05, 2019 08:00 - 48 minutesIs Batman Returns really a Christmas movie? Are there any great Hanukkah films? Does Love Actually actually suck? And perhaps most importantly, do all the Netflix Christmas movies exist in the same universe?! In this week’s episode of Thrillist's Best (and the Rest), host Wil Fulton, Senior Entertainment Writer Esther Zuckerman, and Entertainment Staff Writer Emma Stefansky dive into the yuletide-drenched world of Holiday movies. Come to hear us try to figure out why people like those crappy ...
THRILLIST'S BEST: How We Found the Best New Restaurants in America (and How to Eat Like a Pro Food Writer)
November 26, 2019 08:00 - 51 minutesAfter taking three longtime food writers to lunch at one of New York’s best pizzerias (Scarr’s in the LES), we head back to our studio to talk about the biggest food trends of 2019 (natural wine, “fake” cocktails, lab-grown meat), Thrillist’s epic “Best New Restaurants” package, and advice on how everyone can dine out like a professional eater. Featuring Thrillist host Wil Fulton, Executive Food Editor Nicole Taylor, Senior Food Editor Adriana Velez, and Writer-at-Large Kevin Alexander. Check...
How We Found the Best New Restaurants in America (and How to Eat Like a Pro Food Writer)
November 26, 2019 08:00 - 54 minutesAfter taking three longtime food writers to lunch at one of New York’s best pizzerias (Scarr’s in the LES), we head back to our studio to talk about the biggest food trends of 2019 (natural wine, “fake” cocktails, lab-grown meat), Thrillist’s epic “Best New Restaurants” package, and advice on how everyone can dine out like a professional eater. Featuring Thrillist host Wil Fulton, Executive Food Editor Nicole Taylor, Senior Food Editor Adriana Velez, and Writer-at-Large Kevin Alexander. Check...
The Best Thanksgiving Side Ever, Holiday Horror Stories, and Wil’s Obsession with “Canberry” Sauce
November 21, 2019 08:00 - 52 minutesIs stuffing actually better when it isn’t cooked inside the turkey? Is Friendsgiving better than Thanksgiving? And perhaps most importantly, what the hell is “canberry” sauce? In this week’s episode, Thrillist host Wil Fulton, Executive Food Editor Nicole Taylor, Senior Food Editor Adriana Velez, and Senior News Editor Tony Merevick pop open a few bottles of wine, and dive deep into Thanksgiving culture. Come to hear us debate the best Thanksgiving side of all time, stay to find out what happ...
THRILLIST'S BEST: The Best Thanksgiving Side Ever, Holiday Horror Stories, and Wil’s Obsession with “Canberry” Sauce
November 21, 2019 08:00 - 56 minutesIs stuffing actually better when it isn’t cooked inside the turkey? Is Friendsgiving better than Thanksgiving? And perhaps most importantly, what the hell is “canberry” sauce? In this week’s episode, Thrillist host Wil Fulton, Executive Food Editor Nicole Taylor, Senior Food Editor Adriana Velez, and Senior News Editor Tony Merevick pop open a few bottles of wine, and dive deep into Thanksgiving culture. Come to hear us debate the best Thanksgiving side of all time, stay to find out what happ...
THRILLIST'S BEST: What’s the Best Pixar Movie Ever?
November 14, 2019 08:00 - 58 minutesWhich Pixar movie is the biggest tearjerker? What’s the definitive Toy Story power ranking? And most importantly: what’s the best Pixar movie of all time? In this episode of Thrillist’s Best (and the Rest), host Wil Fulton, Senior Entertainment Writer Esther Zuckerman, and Entertainment Staff Writer Emma Stefansky go to infinity and beyond to answer these (incredibly pressing) questions and dive deep into the world of Pixar. Come to find out what the best Pixar movie ever is, stay to discover...
What’s the Best Pixar Movie Ever?
November 14, 2019 08:00 - 54 minutesWhich Pixar movie is the biggest tearjerker? What’s the definitive Toy Story power ranking? And most importantly: what’s the best Pixar movie of all time? In this episode of Thrillist’s Best (and the Rest), host Wil Fulton, Senior Entertainment Writer Esther Zuckerman, and Entertainment Staff Writer Emma Stefansky go to infinity and beyond to answer these (incredibly pressing) questions and dive deep into the world of Pixar. Come to find out what the best Pixar movie ever is, stay to discover...
What’s the Best Craft Brewery in America?
November 07, 2019 08:00 - 53 minutesWhat state makes the best craft beer? What craft brewery has the best tour? What’s the most annoying craft beer trend of the past year (spoiler alert: it involves glitter). On this episode of Thrillist’s Best (and the Rest), host Wil Fulton is joined by certified Cicerone/beer writer Zach Mack and Thrillist Senior Editor Andy Kryza. Together, they’re diving deep into the hoppy depths of craft beer culture. Settle in, grab your favorite brew, and consider your stance on bull testicle beer (yes...
THRILLIST'S BEST: What’s the Best Craft Brewery in America?
November 07, 2019 08:00 - 50 minutesWhat state makes the best craft beer? What craft brewery has the best tour? What’s the most annoying craft beer trend of the past year (spoiler alert: it involves glitter). On this episode of Thrillist’s Best (and the Rest), host Wil Fulton is joined by certified Cicerone/beer writer Zach Mack and Thrillist Senior Editor Andy Kryza. Together, they’re diving deep into the hoppy depths of craft beer culture. Settle in, grab your favorite brew, and consider your stance on bull testicle beer (yes...
THRILLIST'S BEST: What’s the Best Scary Movie of All Time?
October 31, 2019 07:00 - 1 hourThis week’s episode of Thrillist’s Best (and the Rest) is all about the best scary movies of all time. Join host Wil Fulton, Senior Entertainment Writer Dan Jackson , Entertainment Staff Writer Emma Stefansky, and Entertainment Director John Sellers to hear their expert takes on all-things horror. We’re talking about blood. We’re drinking Bloody Marys. And we’re digging (very) deep into our scary movie repertoires. Listen with the lights on! Or off. It actually doesn’t really matter. And make...
What’s the Best Scary Movie of All Time?
October 31, 2019 07:00 - 57 minutesThis week’s episode of Thrillist’s Best (and the Rest) is all about the best scary movies of all time. Join host Wil Fulton, Senior Entertainment Writer Dan Jackson , Entertainment Staff Writer Emma Stefansky, and Entertainment Director John Sellers to hear their expert takes on all-things horror. We’re talking about blood. We’re drinking Bloody Marys. And we’re digging (very) deep into our scary movie repertoires. Listen with the lights on! Or off. It actually doesn’t really matter. And ma...
What’s the Best Thing to Order at Taco Bell?
October 24, 2019 07:00 - 1 hourAttention all Taco Bell fanatics: this is the podcast you’ve been waiting for. In this episode of Thrillist’s Best (and the Rest), host Wil Fulton is joined by Senior Editor Tony Merevick and Staff Writer Kat Thompson — two people who literally get paid to eat Taco Bell — for a hilarious (and totally serious) deep-dive into our favorite fast food Mexican chain. We'll end up delivering our definitive picks for "the best" thing on the menu, but along the way we'll cover topics varying from "the...
What’s the Best U.S. City For Bar Hopping?
October 17, 2019 08:00 - 1 hourIn our opinion, one of the best ways to get a crash course in a city’s history, culture, vibe, and ethos is by hitting up some of its most legendary watering holes. But -- and this is important -- not every great drinking city is a great bar hopping city. In this episode, host Wil Fulton is joined by Thrillist’s Executive Travel Editor Keller Powell and Senior Editor Andy Kryza: two folks who have traveled (and bar hopped) extensively. Ultimately, we’ll all give our picks for the best bar hop...
THRILLIST'S BEST: What’s the Best U.S. City For Bar Hopping?
October 17, 2019 08:00 - 1 hourIn our opinion, one of the best ways to get a crash course in a city’s history, culture, vibe, and ethos is by hitting up some of its most legendary watering holes. But -- and this is important -- not every great drinking city is a great bar hopping city. In this episode, host Wil Fulton is joined by Thrillist’s Executive Travel Editor Keller Powell and Senior Editor Andy Kryza: two folks who have traveled (and bar hopped) extensively. Ultimately, we’ll all give our picks for the best bar hop...
Introducing: Thrillist Explorers
October 10, 2019 02:46 - 2 minutesThrillist Explorers, The Best Travel Podcast in the World*, is back on October 28th! Listen to what we've been up to, and more importantly: where we're going next. *To be clear, this is just our own opinion (sorry) Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Introducing: Thrillist's Best (and the Rest)
October 10, 2019 02:46 - 2 minutesCalling something “the best” is definitely a bold move -- but at Thrillist, we kind of do it for a living. On this new podcast from iHeartRadio, Thrillist Senior Writer/Producer Wil Fulton is joined by a rotating cast of Thrillist editors, writers, and contributors who spend their days covering the best of the best in food, travel, and entertainment. Together, they’ll answer the big questions of our time: “What’s the Best Way to Kill a Hangover?” “What’s the Scariest Movie Ever?” “What’s the ...