Wit Without Wisdom
Exploring the artful confusion of being human as seen through the eyes of storytellers. In each episode, we bring you snarky discussions of today's hottest life hacks, studies, and advice—as found on the internet and your neighbor's social media feed.
Episodes
October 7, 2019 • 21 mins
Horror movies are a lot like roller coasters. Some people love them, and other people don’t. The one thing we can all agree on, however, is that horror movie characters are just kind of dumb.
Other than the films’ sole survivor, almost always a female, the rest of the characters make deadly errors we, the audience, are certain that we would not make.
Except, if you were actually in a horror movie, you’re not going to be as smart as ...
Other than the films’ sole survivor, almost always a female, the rest of the characters make deadly errors we, the audience, are certain that we would not make.
Except, if you were actually in a horror movie, you’re not going to be as smart as ...
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September 30, 2019 • 27 mins
We’re all afraid of something. Fear is, after all, a core emotion in the human experience. Some of the things we fear are big, dangerous, or important. And some of the things that frighten us can be rather small and inconsequential . . . To others, at least.
In this episode, in honor of the Halloween season, we examine fear and phobias. From the rational to the irrational, and from the terror of phobias, to the joyful exhilaration o...
In this episode, in honor of the Halloween season, we examine fear and phobias. From the rational to the irrational, and from the terror of phobias, to the joyful exhilaration o...
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September 23, 2019 • 25 mins
As natural as socializing is for humans, often interactions with strangers and new acquaintances isn’t the easiest thing to master. And, let’s face it, we live in a world where we have to be extra cautious not to offend. It’s helpful to have some social life, life hacks to help improve interactions, and create better and more positive communications.
In this episode, we’re sharing some time-proven techniques to:
•Improve likeabilit...
In this episode, we’re sharing some time-proven techniques to:
•Improve likeabilit...
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September 16, 2019 • 36 mins
One in four Americans believes in astrology, which is a little more than half of the number who believe in UFOs. But even if we’re not true believer knowing the things written in the stars about you is fun, entertaining, and can often be alarmingly insightful.
After all, what harm is there in recognizing the potentially best aspects of our personalities?
In this episode, for believers, non-believers, and those who want to laugh a...
After all, what harm is there in recognizing the potentially best aspects of our personalities?
In this episode, for believers, non-believers, and those who want to laugh a...
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September 9, 2019 • 25 mins
Well, we put off the episode on procrastination for as long as we could. After all, of all the demons we face, the ugliest is the one who keeps records on everything we haven’t yet completed. If there is a person in the world who never procrastinates, they are probably an intolerable sort who silently judges the rest of us with their sanctimonious looks.
Okay, that may be a little harsh. If you are the type of person who gets everyt...
Okay, that may be a little harsh. If you are the type of person who gets everyt...
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July 15, 2019 • 19 mins
In this episode, we explore some of the most common and yet least usable advice that is out on the internet.
Advice today is like opinions—everyone has some. It truly is a great thing to be able to read so much information on ways to improve everything from your productivity to your peace of mind, to your finances. And although the advice is well intended and may even be helpful, a lot of what you read just isn’t usable.
So, we’re ...
Advice today is like opinions—everyone has some. It truly is a great thing to be able to read so much information on ways to improve everything from your productivity to your peace of mind, to your finances. And although the advice is well intended and may even be helpful, a lot of what you read just isn’t usable.
So, we’re ...
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July 8, 2019 • 37 mins
Alcohol is that amazing substance that has been the source of the most memorable nights and those best forgotten. It’s incredible the feats we can perform with a little inhibition reducing poison. And whether you’re the occasional drinker or a black-out drunk partier, we’ve got some life-changing alcohol facts (that won’t actually change your life).
Now, as you know, here at Wit Without Wisdom, we are all about the “show don’t tell”...
Now, as you know, here at Wit Without Wisdom, we are all about the “show don’t tell”...
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June 17, 2019 • 19 mins
In an age where we must be cautious as to what we say, for one group it is open season for criticism and attacks. That group is Men. The reason is that today’s narrative is the belief that the male species has enjoyed centuries of unfettered privilege and consequently deserve all the criticism they receive. But is that true?
In this episode, we explore the topic of men and all their faults. But rather than settling on a blanket agre...
In this episode, we explore the topic of men and all their faults. But rather than settling on a blanket agre...
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June 10, 2019 • 24 mins
The Medieval Age, those 1000 years of technological and intellectual darkness when superstition was the source of humankind’s explanation of the world.
Looking back today, many of the insane things people believed in medieval times seem funny. But in that age of faith, evil spirits, demons, and crazy remedies were wholeheartedly embraced.
In this episode, we take a tour of the fantastical medieval beliefs, including:
* Burial practic...
Looking back today, many of the insane things people believed in medieval times seem funny. But in that age of faith, evil spirits, demons, and crazy remedies were wholeheartedly embraced.
In this episode, we take a tour of the fantastical medieval beliefs, including:
* Burial practic...
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June 3, 2019 • 23 mins
Hey, if you’re living life correctly, you’re gonna feel a little dirty once in a while. But setting aside your inherent naughtiness, the idea of cleaning our insides has become a focus of better health advocates. And as the words suggest, diet processes promoting detox and cleanses have enjoyed great popularity over the past decade. The questions remain, however, as to whether these proposed solutions do what they say they do.
In th...
In th...
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May 20, 2019 • 36 mins
Language is a fantastic tool for expressing our ideas, describing our world, and communicating our intentions. The English language is far from static as we add thousands of new words each year. Many of those new words get their start as slang. And in this episode, we take you on a journey through some of the most interesting slang of today and yesteryear.
For any wordsmith, parent, or modern communicator, slang has some fascinating...
For any wordsmith, parent, or modern communicator, slang has some fascinating...
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