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Mental Ventilation

Mental Ventilation is what happens when you give a microphone to unfiltered curiosity. No scripts, no boundaries—just raw thoughts, strange debates, and the kind of conversations that start one place and end somewhere completely unexpected.

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  1. 100

    Roll Credits...........Explain Nothing

    Today the merry trio discuss the movies they have watched that make absolutely no sense and beg the question......WTF!!! Want to share a comment or pic?  Have a question you are dying to ask us?  Join us at: https://x.com/MentalVent2026 https://www.instagram.com/mentalventilation1 https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61589425161525 Every little bit helps!  Become a supporter today and help us spread Intellectual Stupidity to the free world! https://www.buzzsprout.com/2245722/support  How to End the World (Cloud Brightening Article) https://www.cnn.com/2026/07/08/climate/super-el-ninos-extreme-weather-geoengineering-cloud-brightening?cid=ios_app  Check Out Our Amazing Sponsors https://www.etsy.com/shop/MozarkFirePits https://www.healthybalancechiropractic.com/ Support the show

  2. 99

    Cartoons, Chaos and Cocoa Puffs

    Today we take the way back time machine and take a trip back to our childhoods to discuss our favorite Saturday morning cartoons. Want to share a comment or pic?  Have a question you are dying to ask us?  Join us at: https://x.com/MentalVent2026 https://www.instagram.com/mentalventilation1 https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61589425161525 Every little bit helps!  Become a supporter today and help us spread Intellectual Stupidity to the free world! https://www.buzzsprout.com/2245722/support Every Saturday Morning Cartoon Ever Made on IMDB https://www.imdb.com/list/ls527061652/?sort=release_date%2Casc&page=2  Check Out Our Amazing Sponsors https://www.etsy.com/shop/MozarkFirePits https://www.healthybalancechiropractic.com/ Support the show

  3. 98

    The Pacific, the Porcelain & the Petri Dish

    Ed is away this week but don't worry!  Kelly and Nick sit down to discuss our thoughts on buying a used vintage pink toilet, Kelsey Pfendler's record breaking journey, little bugs causing "catastrophic" maladies and the newest scientific achievement to worry about.  Sit back and relax with your favorite beverage for this week's Mental Ventilation.Want to share a comment or pic?  Have a question you are dying to ask us?  Join us at: https://x.com/MentalVent2026 https://www.instagram.com/mentalventilation1 https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61589425161525 Every little bit helps!  Become a supporter today and help us spread Intellectual Stupidity to the free world! https://www.buzzsprout.com/2245722/support Links From Today's ShowWhale Foundation https://www.whalefoundation.org/ Kelsey Pfnedler’s Journey https://www.instagram.com/yourowkelsey/?hl=en https://yourowkelsey.com/ CNN Article on Cyclospora https://www.cnn.com/2026/07/09/health/prevent-parasite-cyclospora CNN Article on Artificial Cell https://www.cnn.com/2026/07/01/science/synthetic-cell-research?cid=ios_app Our Sponsors https://www.etsy.com/shop/MozarkFirePits https://www.healthybalancechiropractic.com/ Support the show

  4. 97

    Legends of the Living Room

     TV sitcoms have given us some of the most iconic characters of all time.  Today the merry trio share their favorites.  Are any on your list?  Want to share a comment or pic?  Have a question you are dying to ask us?  Join us at: https://x.com/MentalVent2026 https://www.instagram.com/mentalventilation1 https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61589425161525 Every little bit helps!  Become a supporter today and help us spread Intellectual Stupidity to the free world! https://www.buzzsprout.com/2245722/support IMDB list of top 100 TV sitcom characters: https://www.imdb.com/list/ls090017546/ Support the show

  5. 96

    Nothing to Fear Except... Well, Quite a Few Things

    Today we talk fears and phobias.  We take a look at the most common phobias we share and then we look at some phobias shared amongst the rich and famous.  We finish things off with a little discussion about our own fears and phobias.   All this a more on today's Mental Ventilation.Want to share a comment or pic?  Have a question you are dying to ask us?  Join us at:https://x.com/MentalVent2026https://www.instagram.com/mentalventilation1https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61589425161525Every little bit helps!  Become a supporter today and help us spread Intellectual Stupidity to the free world!https://www.buzzsprout.com/2245722/supportBanana Spiders?  https://a-z-animals.com/blog/are-banana-spiders-poisonous-or-dangerous/Celebrity phobias on IMDB:    https://www.imdb.com/list/ls004078454/10 Most Common Phobias:https://www.verywellmind.com/most-common-phobias-4136563Support the show

  6. 95

    The Hoard, the Holy and the Hazardous

    On today's episode we talk about stupid humans, strange collections and weird eating habits then we finish things off with a visit to Barcelona and the Sagrada Familia.  That and so much more on today's Mental Ventilation. Want to share a comment or pic?  Have a question you are dying to ask us?  Join us at: https://x.com/MentalVent2026 https://www.instagram.com/mentalventilation1 https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61589425161525 Every little bit helps!  Become a supporter today and help us spread Intellectual Stupidity to the free world! https://www.buzzsprout.com/2245722/support   Links:SUPERTREES (GARDENS BY THE BAY) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gardens_by_the_Bay MARINA BAY SANDS HOTEL https://www.safdiearchitects.com/projects/marina-bay-sands-hotel-and-skypark SAGRADA FAMILIA https://www.forbes.com/sites/ceciliarodriguez/2026/06/10/barcelonas-sagrada-familia-completed-after-144-years-celebrates-gauds-centenary/ ANTIQUARIAN STICKER BOOK https://www.amazon.com/Antiquarian-Sticker-Book-Illustrated-Compendium/dp/1250208149 Support the show

  7. 94

    It's My Pleasure

     Today we discuss the newest info on a permanent base on the moon, the overuse of "It's My Pleasure",  our thoughts on the final season of The Boys and we finish it off with another look at Ed's favorite piece of art.  It's this week's Mental Ventilation so grab a chair and a drink and enjoy!Want to share a comment or pic?  Have a question you are dying to ask us?  Join us at: https://x.com/MentalVent2026 https://www.instagram.com/mentalventilation1 https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61589425161525 Every little bit helps!  Become a supporter today and help us spread Intellectual Stupidity to the free world! https://www.buzzsprout.com/2245722/support Blue Origin Explosion  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1O90WZJALYc Moon Base article  https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/technology/nasa-reveals-new-details-on-plan-to-build-a-base-on-the-moon/ar-AA247Hzo?ocid=winp2fptaskbar&cvid=fcf9d6578f4e47e1829e4c0b5e2c9efd&ei=6 Support the show

  8. 93

    Far Out and Way Back

    The merry trio goes way out to discuss the newest UFO videos and then goes way back in the time machine to look at how different school was back in the day.  All that and so much more Intellectual Stupidity on this week's Mental Ventilation.Want to share a comment or pic?  Have a question you are dying to ask us?  Join us at:https://x.com/MentalVent2026https://www.instagram.com/mentalventilation1https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61589425161525Every little bit helps!  Become a supporter today and help us spread Intellectual Stupidity to the free world!https://www.buzzsprout.com/2245722/supportLook at the newest UFO videos:    war.gov/ufo Support the show

  9. 92

    Chew on This

    On this week's episode the merry trio discuss all things food.  Leftovers, foods you either love or hate and a whole bunch more..........And then we throw in a little Canada.  It's another week of Intellectual Stupidity on Mental Ventilation!!Want to share a comment or pic?  Have a question you are dying to ask us?  Join us at:https://x.com/MentalVent2026https://www.instagram.com/mentalventilation1https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61589425161525Every little bit helps!  Become a supporter today and help us spread Intellectual Stupidity to the free world!https://www.buzzsprout.com/2245722/supportSupport the show

  10. 91

    Everything and Nothing

    With Kelly out this week, Nick and Ed just let the conversation flow with conversations that range from William Shatner to Only Fans.  Grab your favorite beverage and your comfy chair for this week's Mental Ventilation.Want to share a comment or pic?  Have a question you are dying to ask us?  Join us at:https://x.com/MentalVent2026https://www.instagram.com/mentalventilation1https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61589425161525Every little bit helps!  Become a supporter today and help us spread Intellectual Stupidity to the free world!https://www.buzzsprout.com/2245722/supportSupport the show

  11. 90

    New Gen Dating, Fertility Rates and Wi-Fi Intercourse

    Nick returns this week and the trio rehash last week's episode and discuss fertility rates, hantavirus and a Wi-Fi device that will leave you speechless.  All that and more on this week's Mental Ventilation.Want to share a comment or pic?  Have a question you are dying to ask us?  Join us at:https://x.com/MentalVent2026https://www.instagram.com/mentalventilation1https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61589425161525Every little bit helps!  Become a supporter today and help us spread Intellectual Stupidity to the free world!https://www.buzzsprout.com/2245722/supportSupport the show

  12. 89

    “Nobody Knows How to Date Anymore

    Nick is away for one more week so Ed and Kelly are steering the ship.  Today they share their thoughts on the murky waters of dating in today's crazy world.  All that and all the Intellectual Stupidity a sane person can stand.Want to share a comment or pic?  Have a question you are dying to ask us?  Join us at:https://x.com/MentalVent2026https://www.instagram.com/mentalventilation1https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61589425161525Every little bit helps!  Become a supporter today and help us spread Intellectual Stupidity to the free world!https://www.buzzsprout.com/2245722/supportSupport the show

  13. 88

    Filling In, Speaking Out

    Nick is away so Ed and Kelly play.  It is the Ed and Kelly take over show today on Mental Ventilation.Support the show

  14. 87

    The Lottery, 24/7 Streaming and a Teleporting Politician

    Today Ed, Kelly and I have a bit of a row talking about the lottery.  We dive into the world of a 24/7 streamer and we look at politician who reportedly teleports and that is just the start of it.  All this and more on this week's Mental Ventilation.Support the show

  15. 86

    Criminally Ridiculous

    Today Ed, Kelly and Nick take you on a world tour to discuss some of the strange and bizarre laws we humans put into the books.  Support the show

  16. 85

    Not your Father's World Cup

    Today we talk about a major heist, the Artemis mission and Voyager 1 & 2.  Nick is stumped by something he just does not understand and you will not believe the newest sport coming to a home near you.  All this and more on today's Mental Ventilation.Support the show

  17. 84

    Reheated Popcorn

    Nick brings up some movies and TV show sequels and remakes that maybe we just don’t need. But first we bow our heads for the late and great Chuck Norris. May the heavens embrace you, you fantastic human being.Support the show

  18. 83

    Honey Sauce, Ravioli Moons and 14 Million Dollar Guitars

    Grab a seat for this week's journey into what's happening as we talk about guitars selling for ridiculous amount, the death of the Post Office, Ravioli Moons and more.  Taste that honey sauce with us today on this week's Mental Ventilation.Support the show

  19. 82

    Castaway Wish List

    We are stranded on a tropical island.  What are some of the things we would like to have with us?  Grab your favorite beverage and find out with us today on this week's Mental Ventilation.Support the show

  20. 81

    Fries, Farts, and a $10,000 Rhino

    With Kelly away AGAIN, I get some sweet redemption, we consider bidding on a movie prop from our youth and we talk about the state of the fast food industry.  All that and we look at a few gentleman who should have made some better choices all on today's Mental Ventilation.Support the show

  21. 80

    One Small Step for Man, One Giant Leap for WTF

    Today we share our thoughts on the current state of our space program, why female celebrities just can't win, a major supply crisis at the Olympics and a segment we are calling " To Each His Own"  Grab your favorite beverage and sit back for this week's Mental Ventilation.Support the show

  22. 79

    All Over the Map

    Kelly is under the weather this week so Ed and I are just rolling with it freestyle letting the topics come from where they may.  It is a veritable smorgasbord today on this week's Mental Ventilation.Support the show

  23. 78

    Bite Me: A Food Origin Story

    We hope you came hungry because today we are looking at the histories of some of our favorite foods and snacks.  From marshmallows to Doritos and more all on today's Mental Ventilation.Support the show

  24. 77

    Big Bucks, No Whammies and Our Favorite Game Shows

    Today Ed, Kelly and Nick talk about their favorite game shows and take a look at some of the greatest game shows of all time.  Stick around and see if any of your favorites are on our lists.  That's this week's MENTAL VENTILATION. Support the show

  25. 76

    Facts That Will Stay With You Forever (and you're welcome!!)

    We thought is was due time to get back to a fun list and today we are sharing 10 facts that you probably did not know!  Spend an hour with us and be the star of your next get together!!  Mental Ventilation at its finest so grab your favorite chair and your favorite beverage and enjoy!Support the show

  26. 75

    Mildly Structured Chaos

    I'm not going to lie!  We pay tribute to Thoughts from the Back Brain with a episode of random thoughts that take us from Clint Eastwood, Game of Thrones and porn stars.  It's this week's Mental Ventilation.Support the show

  27. 74

    All Things Stanger Things

    You waited 10 long years but Stranger Things season 5 has finally ended the saga of Eleven and all of her friends.  So we are going to talk about it today on this weeks Mental Ventilation.Support the show

  28. 73

    So Long 2025, Don't Text

    Welcome to Season 3!!!  On our first episode of the new season we look back at 2025 and take the way back machine to 2000.  We finish it off with a look ahead at 2026 and some of the events we are looking forward to.  New Year, Same Podcast all on today's Mental VentilationSupport the show

  29. 72

    Psyche Check Re-Release

    Ed, Kelly and I are finishing up our holiday break and can't wait to see you all for season 3 of Mental Ventilation on January, 9!!!  In the meantime, travel back to March of this year when Ed and I took a psychopath and a sociopath test and I got some rather interesting results.  See you all January 9!!!!Support the show

  30. 71

    Claus For Debate

    It's our HO HO show and the final episode of season 2!!  Grab some eggnog and get comfy by the fire as we debate all things Christmas.  It's one final holiday discussion to end the season on this week's Mental Ventilation!Support the show

  31. 70

    The Quote Strikes Back

    We're back with take two of our movie quote competition!!  Once again Kelly and Ed step into the ring to battle it out and see who will be the King or Queen of movie knowledge.  Will Ed retain the title or will Kelly snatch it away?  Find out next on Mental Ventilation.Support the show

  32. 69

    Bread, Lies and Mayo: The Great Sandwich Debate

    Today Ed, Kelly and I will put to rest all conversation about what is and what is not a sandwich.  Some extremely deep debate on this week's Mental Ventilation.Support the show

  33. 68

    Quote Me if You Can

    Today, I pit Kelly and Ed against each other to crown the King or Queen of movie quotes!  Grab yourself some popcorn and your favorite beverage and play along to see if you know more than our co-hosts.  Who comes out on top on today's Mental Ventilation?Support the show

  34. 67

    Listening to the Void

    Billions and trillions of galaxies with billions and trillions of stars and yet here we sit all alone in the vastness of space.  If there are so many possible worlds that could sustain life, then where the hell are they?  We are going to talk about some of the theories why we keep knocking but nobody is answering on today's Mental Ventilation.Support the show

  35. 66

    Walking With Angels and Demons

    Kelly joins us again today for a deep dive into our souls.  We are going to discuss several moral dilemmas to find out what choices we would make when the choices are impossible ones.  Grab your favorite beverage, pull up a comfy chair and join us for this week's Mental Ventilation.Support the show

  36. 65

    Halloween 2 the Booquel

    It's Halloween!!!  Grab your favorite beverage and several handfuls of candy then sit back as we share our favorite scary Halloween movies!  We will have that and tons more Intellectual Stupidity on our 2nd annual Halloween episode!Support the show

  37. 64

    Bet!!........Bruh.....What? Are We Sus?

    Kelly joins us today to see if Ed and I are hip with today's slang.  Who is on fleek???  No need for FOMO because cap or no cap it's this week's Mental Ventilation.  Support the show

  38. 63

    Don't F*** With These Docs

    Favorite movies?  Check!  Favorite TV shows?  Check?  We have touched on just about everything out there except the documentary.  Well we are going to change that today as we discuss some of my favorite documentaries on this week's Mental Ventilation.  Grab a chair and your favorite drink and enjoy!!Support the show

  39. 62

    Shopping in the Weird Aisle

    Let's go shopping!!  We are grabbing our credit cards and going shopping.  But not for you're everyday items.  Today Ed and me are looking at some of the bizarre items you can find to purchase on the internet.  Buckle up for a wild ride on this week's Mental Ventilation.Support the show

  40. 61

    Happy Little Accidents: The Product Edition

    Have you ever stopped to think about what are the origins of some of your most used and most loved products?  Well, we are going to explore the origins of 10 well know products today and talk about some of their bizarre beginnings.  Some may just leave you speechless!!Support the show

  41. 60

    Batteries Not Included, Sanity Not Guaranteed

    Doesn't it seem as more and more things are designed to be better, faster and smarter they all just get so much more complicated?  Well, we are going to talk about some of those things today!  We have Ed's choice and all the Intellectual Stupidity one brain can handle on today's episode!!Support the show

  42. 59

    Draftbusters

    The start of the NFL season is underway and we thought why not have a fantasy draft of our own but not with NFL players!  What is it that we are drafting?  Join Ed an I and our special guest as we hold the first Mental Ventilation Fantasy Draft!!Support the show

  43. 58

    The Buzzkill Effect

    Looking for some happy, happy thoughts?  Well today is not that episode!!  Today we explore some thoughts that may leave you sober at best but quite possibly sitting in a corner sucking your thumb.  We have some anger to through around with some Where's the Tylenol plus much, much more on today's Mental Ventilation.Support the show

  44. 57

    Hold My Guiness

    The Guiness Book of World Records is celebrating its 70th anniversary by releasing its list of 70 unclaimed records for the world to try and we are going to talk about those today as well as share our picks for the ones we most want to attempt.  We will also have Ed's choice and so much more Intellectual Stupidity on this week's Mental Ventilation!!Support the show

  45. 56

    The Return of Intellectual Stupidity (Oh, and the Whole Sad Story of our Absence)

    We are back!!  We are so excited to be back with you all!!  Today we will give you all there is to know on our hiatus (trust me we had a good reason)  Plus we will talk about what we have planned for the near future.Support the show

  46. 55

    This is My Hill, Get Your Own

    We all have that one opinion or belief that we will climb on top of the highest hill and defend until our last breath.  Well Ed and I our going to share some of ours on today's episode.  Ed has his choice, a rather personal one, and we will dive into this week's What the Facts.  Mental Ventilation is next!!Support the show

  47. 54

    The First Sip of Coffee and Other Spiritual Experiences

    The smell of flowers, the first bite of a good sandwich or maybe the smell of new clothes.  Simple pleasures are all around us.  Well today, Ed and I are going to share some of ours with you.  We will have our weekly W.T.F. and we will have a two for the price of one on Ed's choice.  Stick around for another week of Mental Ventilation.Support the show

  48. 53

    Happily NEVER After

    Remember your favorite fairy tales from your childhood?  Well not like this you didn't!!  Ed and I are going to look at the dark origins of some of the most beloved fairy tales.  We say goodbye to an old friend and introduce you to something new.  All that and more on this week's Mental Ventilation.Support the show

  49. 52

    Season One Rewind: Intergalactic Kegger

    Ed and I are on vacation this week so we are bringing you a blast from the past.  This episode aired May 8, 2024 and was one of our season one favorites.  We will be back with more Mental Ventilation next Friday we will see you then.Support the show

  50. 51

    Minor Inconveniences, Major Meltdowns

    Today we are going to talk about some or our pet peeves and give you a peek into our twisted minds.  Ed shares this week's libation and we will have a little discussion on why it's important not to drive expensive jets on ships.  All on today's Mental Ventilation.Support the show

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Mental Ventilation is what happens when you give a microphone to unfiltered curiosity. No scripts, no boundaries—just raw thoughts, strange debates, and the kind of conversations that start one place and end somewhere completely unexpected.

HOSTED BY

Nicholas and Edward

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Mental Ventilation is what happens when you give a microphone to unfiltered curiosity. No scripts, no boundaries—just raw thoughts, strange debates, and the kind of conversations that start one place and end somewhere completely unexpected.

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