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This week on Hardly Working, things get… weird.We’re talking:👉 Major casting drama on The White Lotus👉 A funeral featuring a FULL hologram of the deceased 😳👉 And one of the creepiest tech stories we’ve seen in a while…Let’s get into it—🌴 White Lotus ShakeupsSeason 4 is already messy and we’re here for it:Laura Dern joins the cast after a last-minute replacementFilming moves to a luxury castle in FranceAnd the theme? Lonely, tortured artists… so basically everyone in LA👻 Casper Is Getting a Dark RebootYes, Casper the Friendly Ghost is coming back…But this time it’s edgy, creepy, and apparently inspired by Wednesday💀 Hologram Funeral??A woman brought her late husband “back” using AI and a hologram that answered questions during the service.Is this touching… or are we officially in a Black Mirror episode?🕶️ Meta Ray-Ban ScandalMeta is under fire after reports that AI trainers were reviewing extremely private footage captured by smart glasses…We’re talking bathrooms, personal moments, financial info…Yeah… it’s bad.Then we hit Unpopular Opinions like:🔥 People who are hot should control the thermostat (fair??)🔥 Making your bed is a waste of time🔥 Fast food should prioritize in-person orders🔥 Movies were better BEFORE reserved seatingThis episode is a mix of:Hollywood dramaTech that feels a little too advancedAnd the kind of conversations that make you question everythingStay connected with us:Instagram: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kellie.mcgillicuddyTikTok: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kelliemcgillicuddySpotify: https://rb.gy/sgqahApple Podcasts: https://rb.gy/u2xi4YouTube: https://rb.gy/3yi5kEmail: [email protected] us Fan Mail

This week on Hardly Working, we’ve got chaos, crime, and a little bit of “wait… people actually believe that??”We kick things off with some of the BEST questions:What’s a relationship misconception people still believe? (hint: love isn’t mind-reading 👀)What’s a subtle green flag that tells you someone is actually a great human?And… what’s the dumbest thing a REALLY smart person believes? (this one gets wild)Then we get into the stories…🧱 A man pulled off one of the most unhinged scams ever — buying LEGO sets, swapping the pieces with pasta, and returning them for full refunds. Yes… pasta.📺 QVC files for bankruptcy — but don’t worry, your late-night impulse buys are safe (for now).🎟️ HUGE ruling against Live Nation and Ticketmaster — and it could completely change how concerts are priced forever.🛒 And Amazon is in hot water with California over alleged price-fixing tactics that could be quietly raising prices everywhere online.Plus:The quiet behaviors that reveal someone’s true characterWhy relationships fail (and it’s not what you think)And the habits, beliefs, and systems we’ve all just… acceptedThis episode is a mix of:👉 Deep relationship insight👉 Wild real-life stories👉 And the kind of conversations that make you go “wait… that’s actually true”Stay connected with us:Instagram: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kellie.mcgillicuddyTikTok: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kelliemcgillicuddySpotify: https://rb.gy/sgqahApple Podcasts: https://rb.gy/u2xi4YouTube: https://rb.gy/3yi5kEmail: [email protected] us Fan Mail

This week on Hardly Working, we’re asking a very important question…Did Hollywood just give up on original ideas?Because the lineup this week is INSANE.Let’s start with food — because apparently everything is a subscription now.Subway already rolled out their sandwich subscriptionAnd now rumors are swirling that Chipotle might be nextUnlimited burritos?? Sounds dangerous.Now into movie chaos…🎮 The live-action The Legend of Zelda Live-Action Movie has officially wrapped filming and is coming in 2027 — with Shigeru Miyamoto involved.🎭 Lin-Manuel Miranda is bringing Octet to the big screen — a full a cappella movie about digital addiction.🐉 A new Game of Thrones movie is coming… focused on Aegon’s conquest.💰 An Ocean’s 11 Prequel starring Margot Robbie and Bradley Cooper is on the way.🧙‍♂️ And yes… another The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum is happening.At this point, Hollywood isn’t making movies… they’re just continuing them.Even Warner Bros. is planning to pump out 18 movies in 2027 alone.Meanwhile, Disney said “hold my mouse ears” and dropped a lineup including:Toy Story 5Frozen 3Incredibles 3Coco 2…just in case you thought childhood was safe.PLUS:A Hallmark x Disney World Christmas movie crossoverA Netflix reboot of Little House on the PrairieAnd a mysterious new film from J.J. AbramsSo yeah… originality might be on vacation.This episode is packed with:Wild movie announcementsSubscription fatigueAnd the question we can’t stop asking…Are we excited… or just nostalgic?Stay connected with us:Instagram: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kellie.mcgillicuddyTikTok: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kelliemcgillicuddySpotify: https://rb.gy/sgqahApple Podcasts: https://rb.gy/u2xi4YouTube: https://rb.gy/3yi5kEmail: [email protected] us Fan Mail

This week on Hardly Working, we’ve got massive box office numbers, major celebrity headlines, and some wild Hollywood updates.Let’s start with the biggest story in entertainment right now — the Super Mario Galaxy Movie is absolutely DOMINATING the box office.$372.5 million global opening$190.8 million in 5 days domesticallySecond biggest opening ever for IlluminationCritics? Mixed.Fans? Obsessed.Then we shift to a much heavier story.Jasveen Sangha, known as the “Ketamine Queen,” has been sentenced to 15 years in prison for her role in the death of Matthew Perry.Prosecutors revealed she supplied the fatal dose — and continued selling drugs even after his death. The court cited her lack of remorse as a key factor in the sentencing.In movie news… Hollywood is still allergic to original ideas:A new Cinderella twist called Steps focuses on the stepsisters instead of CinderellaThe Devil Wears Prada 2 is officially in the works, bringing back Anne Hathaway and Meryl StreepIn celebrity news:Aubrey Plaza is expecting her first child after a very emotional yearTaylor Frankie Paul has been granted limited supervised visitation with her sonPlus:A new behind-the-scenes look at the upcoming Harry Potter dropped on HBO MaxAnd of course… Unpopular Opinions:Culinary compatibility is one of the most important factors in a relationshipCupcakes and muffins need to lose the linerMotivation is unreliable — discipline matters moreMassive wins, heavy losses, and Hollywood doing what Hollywood does best — all in one episode.Stay connected with us:Instagram: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kellie.mcgillicuddyTikTok: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kelliemcgillicuddySpotify: https://rb.gy/sgqahApple Podcasts: https://rb.gy/u2xi4YouTube: https://rb.gy/3yi5kEmail: [email protected] us Fan Mail

This week on Hardly Working, we start with a question that will emotionally ruin you:What discontinued snack or drink would you pay $20 to taste one more time?Then things get… criminal.In what sounds like a rejected Fast & Furious plot, Nestlé confirmed that over 400,000 KitKat bars — yes, 12 TONS of chocolate — were stolen in transit across Europe.The internet thought it was a joke. It wasn’t.There’s now a full-on “Stolen KitKat Tracker” and somewhere out there… a black market chocolate operation is thriving.Then we talk about one of the wildest fake news stories of the week — the reported death of Jonathan the tortoise, the 193-year-old legend who has lived through:The invention of the lightbulbThe TitanicThe Moon LandingThe internetTikTok…and turns out… he’s still alive. Absolute icon behavior.We also get into the latest update on Tiger Woods, whose recent arrest is being viewed as another chapter in a long cycle of public scandal, injury, and comeback attempts. From the 2009 fallout to the 2017 DUI to now — we break down how we got here and what this could mean for his future.And of course, Unpopular Opinions:“Burnout” is actually poor boundariesOver-editing content is ruining attention spansLittle Free Libraries are performativeBring back 90-minute moviesTwo kitchens > multiple bathroomsChaos, nostalgia, crime, and a global chocolate mystery — all in one episode.Stay connected with us:Instagram: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kellie.mcgillicuddyTikTok: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kelliemcgillicuddySpotify: https://rb.gy/sgqahApple Podcasts: https://rb.gy/u2xi4YouTube: https://rb.gy/3yi5kEmail: [email protected] us Fan Mail

This week on Hardly Working, it’s a packed episode with major casting news, nostalgic reboots, and one legendary goodbye.We kick things off with a huge moment in entertainment history — the passing of Chuck Norris at age 86. A true icon whose legacy somehow includes both martial arts dominance and the internet’s greatest one-liners of all time.In Disney news, a powerhouse group of legends were honored, including:Anne HathawayDwayne JohnsonLin-Manuel MirandaThe Jonas BrothersAnd Bob Iger, whose leadership shaped modern Disney as we know itPlus legends behind the scenes like Eric Goldberg and Jerry Bruckheimer getting their flowers.In reboot news… yes, they’re doing it again.A 13 Going on 30 remake is officially happening on Netflix, starring Emily Bader and Logan Lerman, with Jennifer Garner returning as an executive producer — and a modern twist on Jenna’s family dynamic.Meanwhile, the first teaser for the new Harry Potter series has dropped, confirming:A Christmas Day 2026 premiereA brand new trio (Dominic McLaughlin, Alastair Stout, Arabella Stanton)And a stacked supporting cast including John Lithgow, Nick Frost, and Paapa EssieduIn Netflix news, a live-action Scooby-Doo prequel has officially cast its full Mystery Inc. team — and it’s giving origin story summer camp chaos.Reality TV took a hit this week as The Bachelorette was abruptly canceled just days before its premiere following controversy around its lead.And in prestige TV, Bridgerton Season 4 is moving forward with a new love story centered on Benedict Bridgerton.Also somehow happening:Stephen Colbert is co-writing a new The Lord of the Rings movieAnd yes… it’s based on storylines that were cut from the original trilogyAnd of course, Unpopular Opinions:Nausea is worse than actually throwing upSkiing is more inconvenience than funLive TV with ads > streaming adsPotluck complainers are the worstMulti-day weddings are exhaustingHolidays would be better without gift stressReboots, nostalgia, chaos, and Chuck Norris jokes that will outlive all of us — all in one episode.Stay connected with us:Instagram: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kellie.mcgillicuddyTikTok: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kelliemcgillicuddySpotify: https://rb.gy/sgqahApple Podcasts: https://rb.gy/u2xi4YouTube: https://rb.gy/3yi5kEmail: [email protected] us Fan Mail

This week on Hardly Working, we’re diving into some of the biggest casting news, reboots, and hot takes that might actually offend you.We break down everything happening with Spider-Man: Brand New Day, including:Tom Holland and Zendaya returningSadie Sink joining in a mystery roleJon Bernthal as PunisherMark Ruffalo back as HulkWe also debate the 3 most likely roles Sadie could be playing — and why this movie might be setting up the next era of the MCU. Then… the beach is back.A new Baywatch is in the works starring:Stephen AmellShay MitchellTikTok star Noah BeckAthlete/influencer Livvy DunneWe talk about whether this is a true reboot… or just another “Gen Z vibe show” built for aesthetics and social media reach.Also in TV news, The White Lotus Season 4 is shaping up to be STACKED with names like:Helena Bonham CarterKumail NanjianiMax GreenfieldChloe BennetVincent CasselAnd yes — we explain why this cast feels so random… and why that’s exactly the point.Plus:Madonna is returning to acting for the first time in 20+ yearsA bigger conversation about how casting is shifting toward influencers + built-in audiencesWhy reboots are starting to feel more like brand extensions than actual storytellingAnd of course… Unpopular Opinions:Morning showers make no senseMost people don’t actually like traveling — they like having traveledInconveniencing yourself is part of life (and we’ve stopped doing it)TV intros should be under 10 secondsRestaurant vibes don’t matter — the food doesCasting chaos, reboot fatigue, and a little existential travel crisis — all in one episode.Stay connected with us:Instagram: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kellie.mcgillicuddyTikTok: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kelliemcgillicuddySpotify: https://rb.gy/sgqahApple Podcasts: https://rb.gy/u2xi4YouTube: https://rb.gy/3yi5kEmail: [email protected] us Fan Mail

This week on Hardly Working, it’s a rollercoaster of casting news, celebrity chaos, and one of the strangest shoplifting schemes we’ve ever heard.In movie news, Kathryn Hahn has officially been cast as Mother Gothel in the upcoming Tangled, which is very exciting… unless you’re Rapunzel.Meanwhile, it’s been a rough week for Britney Spears, who was reportedly pulled over for a DUI after police received a call about erratic driving.While we were away, we may have also missed a superhero wedding — rumors say Tom Holland and Zendaya have already tied the knot, though the couple hasn’t officially confirmed it yet.In fast food news:Burger King has released a Biscoff-filled soft serve conePizza Hut is bringing back its Hot Honey PizzaAnd yes, we discuss the very strange viral moment involving the McDonald's CEO’s extremely human bite of his new product.Sports fans might enjoy this one: Cristo Fernández, best known as Dani Rojas on Ted Lasso, is actually becoming a professional soccer player at 35.In Harry Potter-adjacent news:Emma Watson reportedly has a new boyfriendAnd Paul Bettany is rumored to be the top choice to play Voldemort in the upcoming Harry Potter.Meanwhile in media shakeups, the rumored acquisition of Warner Bros. by Paramount could put Nickelodeon and Cartoon Network under the same company for the first time ever.And the best news of the week:A brand-new Scary Movie is coming back starring Marlon Wayans, Shawn Wayans, Anna Faris, and Regina Hall.Plus, we break down one of the most bizarre crimes of the week — a Florida man allegedly stole thousands of dollars in trading cards from Target by scanning taco seasoning packets at self-checkout.And of course, Unpopular Opinions:If daylight savings started at noon on a Friday no one would complainMost podcasts would be better at 20 minutes instead of 2 hoursTimid drivers are worse than aggressive onesLego games are lazy cash grabsPop culture chaos, fast food drama, and taco seasoning crime — all in one episode.Stay connected with us:Instagram: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kellie.mcgillicuddyTikTok: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kelliemcgillicuddySpotify: https://rb.gy/sgqahApple Podcasts: https://rb.gy/u2xi4YouTube: https://rb.gy/3yi5kEmail: [email protected] us Fan Mail

This week on Hardly Working, we’ve got prehistoric creatures, Disney nostalgia, and a possible cultural shift in masculinity — just a normal week.Scientists have announced the discovery of a new dinosaur species in the Sahara Desert: Spinosaurus mirabilis. Roughly the size of a T-Rex, 95 million years old, with a brightly colored scimitar-shaped crest and fish-catching teeth. Not aquatic. Not a diver. Just out here confusing everyone.In Harry Potter-adjacent news, Daniel Radcliffe revealed he was once pitched a remake of The Wizard of Oz where he would’ve played a karate-kicking Cowardly Lion and Emma Watson would’ve been Dorothy. He called it one of the worst ideas ever. Naturally, we cast it anyway.And speaking of Disney nostalgia — the Hannah Montana 20-year anniversary special is officially coming to Disney+. It’ll feature Miley Cyrus, recreated sets, unseen footage, and a live audience taping hosted by Alex Cooper. Yes, she’s back in the wig.In theater news, AMC Theatres reported declining attendance and revenue, even with major films like Avatar: Fire & Ash, Zootopia 2, and Wicked: For Good. Moviegoing still hasn’t fully bounced back — and AMC posted another quarterly loss.But maybe the industry shift is bigger than ticket prices. A new survey suggests teens are less interested in traditional superhero “tough guy” tropes and more interested in emotionally connected, vulnerable portrayals of masculinity. Less stoic alpha. More present father.Plus, Unpopular Opinions that may divide households:Early birds need to relax about night-owl noiseHollywood isn’t out of ideas — we trained themBlockbuster Video is remembered a little too fondlyGoblet of Fire is actually one of the best Harry Potter filmsDinosaurs, Disney wigs, struggling theaters, and emotional reinvention — all in one episode.Stay connected with us:Instagram: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kellie.mcgillicuddyTikTok: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kelliemcgillicuddySpotify: https://rb.gy/sgqahApple Podcasts: https://rb.gy/u2xi4YouTube: https://rb.gy/3yi5kEmail: [email protected] us Fan Mail

This week on Hardly Working, we’re asking the big question:If you’re 40+, what actually mattered in the long run… and what didn’t?From sleep, saying no, and showing up — to realizing the scoreboard at 40 looks nothing like it did at 25 — this episode hits different. We talk about:Why spending time with family matters more than milestone checklistsGetting off the wrong train early (relationships included)Why impressing a boss rarely pays offThe power of rest, nature, and just showing upAnd why it is later than you thinkThen in stories…Treasure hunters rejoice — National Treasure 3 is officially moving forward. Producer Jerry Bruckheimer confirms Nicolas Cage is expected to return as Ben Gates, with director Jon Turteltaub reportedly involved.In food news, it was a rough week for Trader Joe's.3.4 million pounds of frozen chicken fried rice were recalled after reports of glass found in multiple packages. Four confirmed incidents so far. Yes, we checked our freezer.The Hogwarts Express is picking up speed — casting has begun for additional characters in the upcoming Harry Potteradaptation. Meanwhile, John Lithgow openly wondered if he’ll survive long enough to attend the wrap party, citing heavy costuming, makeup, and fan backlash.And in sequel news, Bullet Train 2 is officially in the works, with Brad Pitt and Sandra Bullock expected to return.Plus, Unpopular Opinions:The Olympics are mostly hype and borderline unwatchableBeing jealous of your friends is more normal than people admitReflection, recalls, treasure maps, and midlife clarity — all in one episode.Stay connected with us:Instagram: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kellie.mcgillicuddyTikTok: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kelliemcgillicuddySpotify: https://rb.gy/sgqahApple Podcasts: https://rb.gy/u2xi4YouTube: https://rb.gy/3yi5kEmail: [email protected] us Fan Mail

This week on Hardly Working, the food industry, Hollywood, and Shia LaBeouf all decided to spiral at the same time.In food news, Subway may be testing a $45/month subscription that allegedly gets you unlimited footlong sandwiches. With the median footlong price hovering around $12, we break down whether four sandwiches a month makes you financially responsible… or deeply concerning.Meanwhile, Wendy's is preparing to close 5–6% of its locations, and value menus are back in focus across the fast-food world.In movie news:A new The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum is set for December 17, 2027, with Andy Serkis, Elijah Wood, and Ian McKellen returning.Ben Stiller announces his new sports comedy The Dink, premiering July 26 on Apple TV+ — and yes, it’s about pickleball.We have new cast confirmations and the official title for the next The Mummy, arriving May 19, 2027.And then… Shia LaBeouf was arrested during Mardi Gras in New Orleans after a chaotic incident caught on video. Days later, he was reportedly church-hopping on Ash Wednesday. We talk about it with real concern.In music news, Spotify is raising its subscription price again — now $19/month. That’s $228 a year to stream music.Also: Mazda finally admits its infotainment system is terrible. Progress?Plus, Unpopular Opinions that might divide households:Caramel popcorn should not dominate the holiday tinTamales are the worst form of Mexican foodKetchup could be fine dining if it weren’t everywhereFast food math, sequel culture, subscription fatigue, and pickleball cinema — all in one episode.Stay connected with us:Instagram: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kellie.mcgillicuddyTikTok: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kelliemcgillicuddySpotify: https://rb.gy/sgqahApple Podcasts: https://rb.gy/u2xi4YouTube: https://rb.gy/3yi5kEmail: [email protected] us Fan Mail

It was a BUSY week for SP & Kellie — events for L'Oréal, NBC, awards shows, and photo ops for The Burbs. BMBL season is officially in full swing.In That Happened Today?! (February 13) we’re covering:Abraham Lincoln officially declared presidentThe Chariots of Fire theme running its way to #1Lady Gaga arriving at the Grammys… in an eggThe Harlem Shake taking over the internetToy Story hitting home videoWikipedia quietly changing the worldIn movie news… the new The Mummy finally has a release date.Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz are officially returning in 2028 — and yes, we’re already planning our outfits.We also say goodbye to Catherine O'Hara, as more details about her passing were released this week.In music news, Britney Spears reportedly sold her music catalog for a number comparable to Justin Bieber’s $200 million deal — and the paperwork story is… very Britney.Florida is once again under attack by falling iguanas.And in food chaos:Yum! Brands may sell Pizza Hut and close 250 storesHook Up, Marry, Kill: KFC, Taco Bell, Pizza Hut, The HabitA North Carolina man broke into a Little Caesars, made pizzas, sold them… and kept the moneyUnpopular Opinions?We’ve got plenty.Corporate drama, falling reptiles, pizza crimes, and Brendan Fraser resurrection energy — all in one episode.Stay connected with us:Instagram: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kellie.mcgillicuddyTikTok: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kelliemcgillicuddySpotify: https://rb.gy/sgqahApple Podcasts: https://rb.gy/u2xi4YouTube: https://rb.gy/3yi5kEmail: [email protected] us Fan Mail

and why nothing feels safe anymore.In Harry Potter news, **John Lithgow has reportedly been told to walk away from his role in the new Harry Potterseries — and yes, we have thoughts.Over in Disney world, **Josh D'Amaro has officially been tapped as the next CEO of Disney, setting the stage for a massive shift in the future of theme parks, movies, and franchises.And because nostalgia never dies: a brand-new Air Bud movie has been announced. We’re asking the important questions — how many rules are left to break, and what sport is the dog playing this time?To get ready for the big game, we kick off Super Bowl trivia to warm everyone up ahead of this year’s showdown — consider this your pre-party brain workout.Plus, Unpopular Opinions that might ruin dinner conversations:Eating in the bathtub should be illegal (emotionally, at least)Dogs age in human years, not dog yearsThe idea that real love should feel “easy” might actually be wrongPop culture shakeups, corporate drama, sports trivia, and relationship truths — all in one episode.Stay connected with us:Instagram: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kellie.mcgillicuddyTikTok: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kelliemcgillicuddySpotify: https://rb.gy/sgqahApple Podcasts: https://rb.gy/u2xi4YouTube: https://rb.gy/3yi5kEmail: [email protected] us Fan Mail

This week on Hardly Working, the news refused to wait until we finished recording — so naturally, everything broke immediately after.We’re breaking down the fallout from TikTok’s new American ownership and why it’s already causing major problems, plus the shocking Oscar snub no one saw coming: “Wicked: For Good” received ZERO nominations at the 2026 Oscars.Speaking of awards, Taylor Swift is officially making history yet again — this time as the youngest woman ever inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame at just 36, becoming the second-youngest inductee of all time. Records? Broken. Again.In rare good-news energy, the giant panda is no longer endangered after a decade of population growth. We’ll take the win.Harry Potter fans might want to sit down, because Ralph Fiennes may have accidentally spoiled the casting of the new Voldemort, casually suggesting Cillian Murphy might already be locked in.Meanwhile, it’s another rough week for food and retail:Fatburger’s parent company files for Chapter 11 bankruptcyAmazon shuts down multiple Amazon Fresh and Go stores, pivoting back toward Whole FoodsMcDonald’s enters its Hot Honey era, rolling out four brand-new menu items (including a Hot Honey Snack Wrap 👀)And for pure millennial joy, nostalgia is back on the menu with a new horror-comedy in the works:Kenan & Kel Meet Frankenstein — yes, that’s real, and yes, we’re excited.Plus, Unpopular Opinions that will absolutely cause discourse:People who only like music from their era don’t like music — they like memoriesThe honeymoon phase shouldn’t end if you actually like your partnerMugshots shouldn’t be public until convictionCable TV might have been better than streamingPop culture whiplash, food news overload, and elder millennial commentary — all in one episode.Stay connected with us:Instagram: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kellie.mcgillicuddyTikTok: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kelliemcgillicuddySpotify: https://rb.gy/sgqahApple Podcasts: https://rb.gy/u2xi4YouTube: https://rb.gy/3yi5kEmail: [email protected] us Fan Mail

Welcome back to Hardly Working, the show about life, love, and labor — hosted by the couple that works, plays, and somehow keeps topping themselves.This week, SP takes Vegas international with a 1,500-person DJ set at KAOS Las Vegas, while Kellie kicks off BMBL’s 2026 in a big way — starting with her first event of the year at NBC, followed by a brand-new custom trading card activation at Dodger Stadium.In pop culture news, it’s a massive anniversary week:The Harry Potter movies turn 25, with global celebrations planned — butterbeer trucks, Back to Hogwarts events, and theatrical screenings featuring never-before-seen footage.High School Musical somehow turns 20 years old, forcing millennials everywhere to confront time itself.We also break down the still-unfolding Warner Bros. situation as Netflix reportedly ups its offer to $83 billion in cash, raising some uncomfortable questions about streaming money, residuals, and what “there’s no money” really means.Plus, Unpopular Opinions that will absolutely start fights:Being “easy to work with” beats being talentedThighs are the worst part of the chickenWatching movies at home is boringSteak is wildly overratedAnd success doesn’t expire at 30 (please stop acting like it does)It’s pop culture, industry chaos, and elder-millennial coping all rolled into one.Stay connected with us:Instagram: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kellie.mcgillicuddyTikTok: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kelliemcgillicuddySpotify: https://rb.gy/sgqahApple Podcasts: https://rb.gy/u2xi4YouTube: https://rb.gy/3yi5kEmail: [email protected] us Fan Mail

This week, SP and Kellie ask the most important question of all: what’s the most embarassing thing you’ve ever consumed because you were hungry? From unhinged late-night meals to decisions fueled entirely by desperation, this one gets delicious.How did an 44 minute early showing of Bridgerton Season 4 turn into a 5 hour disaster? It was so bad that Netflix had to apologize via email!In That Happened Today?!, we rewind to January 16 and talk about:The Blair Witch Project changing horror (and marketing) foreverRide Along becoming a surprise box office hitThe chaotic debut of The Jerry Springer ShowIconic birthdays including Aaliyah and Kate MossWe also say goodbye to composer Guy Moon, the musical genius behind My Shiny Teeth and Me and Icky Vicky — a massive loss for TV music nostalgia.Plus in the news:Taco Bell launches a new Luxe Value Menu in an expensive worldCalifornia forces delivery apps to issue full refunds when orders are wrongZoë Saldaña officially becomes the highest-grossing actor of all timeCasting updates, podcast wins, and Amy Poehler making history at the Golden GlobesAnd of course, we wrap it all up with Unpopular Opinions that will start arguments — including cats, sleep supremacy, and why you shouldn’t buy a ring before the proposal.Stay connected with us:Instagram: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kellie.mcgillicuddy TikTok: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kelliemcgillicuddy Spotify: https://rb.gy/sgqah Apple Podcasts: https://rb.gy/u2xi4 YouTube: https://rb.gy/3yi5k Email: [email protected] us Fan Mail

This week, SP and Kellie recap a wild start to the year: SP DJs New Year’s Eve at Universal Studios Hollywood… in the pouring rain, Kellie hits the red carpet for Netflix’s People We Met on Vacation, and somehow things only get more unhinged from there.We break down everything that happened today in history, from Steve Jobs unveiling the iPhone to the rise of Malcolm in the Middle, Bob’s Burgers, and Shark Tank. Then we spiral into knighted celebrities, Idris Elba’s Bond legacy, and why Callum Turner might be our next 007 (with Dua Lipa potentially along for the ride).Plus:The most disturbing list the U.S. government never meant us to readWhy new TV shows are dying and comfort shows are winningThe most anticipated TV shows of 2026Cinemark’s “bring your own bucket” popcorn chaosZootopia 2 breaking Disney recordsAnd a heated debate over bananas… with mustardAll that, plus a fresh batch of unpopular opinions that may or may not ruin dinner conversations forever.Stay connected with us:Instagram: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kellie.mcgillicuddyTikTok: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kelliemcgillicuddySpotify: https://rb.gy/sgqahApple Podcasts: https://rb.gy/u2xi4YouTube: https://rb.gy/3yi5kEmail: [email protected] us Fan Mail

Day 10 — the finale of Hardly Holidays 2025.We made it. Barely. 🥂To close out 10 episodes in 10 days, SP and Kellie go all in with their Top-Nots — a countdown of the Top 10 BEST and Bottom 10 WORST things that happened in their lives this year.The wins, the messes, the surprises, the regrets, the moments that changed everything, and the ones they’d happily erase if given the chance. It’s honest, reflective, funny, and a little unhinged — exactly how this year felt.Whether 2025 was the best year of your life, the hardest, or something confusing in between, this episode is about closing the chapter together and heading into the new year with clarity, gratitude, and a little less baggage.Thanks for spending Hardly Holidays with us — we couldn’t do this without you. 💛📲 Stay connected with us:Instagram: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kellie.mcgillicuddyTikTok: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kelliemcgillicuddySpotify: https://rb.gy/sgqahApple Podcasts: https://rb.gy/u2xi4YouTube: https://rb.gy/3yi5kEmail: [email protected] us Fan Mail

Day 9 of Hardly Holidays is all about celebration.SP and Kellie dedicate the entire episode to the Hardly Working Family by building their metaphorical Accomplishment Cake — a layered celebration made up of the wins, growth, healing, and survival moments YOU experienced in 2025.From getting debt-free, promotions, weight loss, sobriety, and degrees… to becoming parents, healing trauma, setting boundaries, surviving hard seasons, and simply staying — this episode honors every kind of progress, not just the loud ones.If you need a reminder that you actually did a lot this year — even if it didn’t feel like it — this one’s for you.📲 Stay connected with us:Instagram: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kellie.mcgillicuddyTikTok: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kelliemcgillicuddySpotify: https://rb.gy/sgqahApple Podcasts: https://rb.gy/u2xi4YouTube: https://rb.gy/3yi5kEmail: [email protected] us Fan Mail

Day 8 of Hardly Holidays is all about curiosity, chaos, and the internet telling on itself.SP and Kellie look back at what the entire world couldn’t stop Googling in 2025 — the people, movies, music, tech, and random cultural moments that dominated search bars all year long.From breakout stars and unexpected scandals to viral collectibles and pop culture obsessions, this episode answers one simple question:👉 What were we all obsessed with… and why?🧠 Most Googled of 2025 (U.S.)Actor: Pedro PascalTopped search charts thanks to The Last of Us Season 2 and Fantastic Four: First Steps.Actress: Mikey MadisonA massive spike in searches following her first Oscar win.Singer: d4vd (David Anthony Burke)The year’s most searched musician — driven largely by a high-profile criminal investigation involving his vehicle.Band: KATSEYEThe global girl group became the most Googled musical group in the U.S.Movie: KPop Demon HuntersNetflix’s animated musical became the #1 searched movie of the year.TV Show: The Hunting WivesThe mystery thriller that quietly became everyone’s obsession.🔍 Other Top Trending Google Categories of 2025Athlete: Shedeur SandersSearches exploded after his standout rookie season with the Cleveland Browns.Song: “Wood” — Taylor SwiftThe lead single from The Life of a Showgirl became the most searched track of the year.Consumer Tech: iPhone 17Specifically the ultra-thin “Air” model released in September 2025.Viral Product: LabubuThe ugly-cute monster dolls from Pop Mart officially took over the internet.Podcast: New HeightsJason & Travis Kelce stayed firmly on top of podcast search charts.Video Game: Clair Obscur: Expedition 33The breakout RPG that dominated gamer searches.Book: Regretting You — Colleen HooverOnce again proving Hoover’s grip on the fiction charts is unstoppable.This episode is a perfect snapshot of the year — what shocked us, entertained us, confused us, and completely hijacked our attention spans.Because if everyone Googled it…It probably mattered.🎧 HARDLY HOLIDAYS SERIESThis is Day 8 of 10 in our Hardly Holidays event — ten episodes in ten days to get you through the weirdest, loudest, coziest time of year.Two more to go.📲 Stay connected with us:Instagram: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kellie.mcgillicuddyTikTok: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kelliemcgillicuddySpotify: https://rb.gy/sgqahApple Podcasts: https://rb.gy/u2xi4YouTube: https://rb.gy/3yi5kEmail: [email protected] us Fan Mail

Day 7 of Hardly Holidays takes a more reflective turn.Today, SP and Kellie pause the chaos and look back at the artists, icons, and cultural figures who passed away in 2025— people whose work shaped movies, music, television, sports, science, and pop culture as we know it.We’re honoring the lives and legacies of:Val Kilmer — from Top Gun to Tombstone to his haunting final chapter in ValRobert Redford — Hollywood legend, filmmaker, and founder of SundanceMichelle Trachtenberg — childhood icon to cult-TV favoriteDiane Keaton — Oscar winner and accidental fashion revolutionaryOzzy Osbourne — heavy metal pioneer and reality-TV chaos agentGene Hackman — one of the most commanding actors of his generationJane Goodall — a woman who rewrote what we know about humanity itselfHulk Hogan — the face of wrestling’s global explosionGeorge Foreman — heavyweight champion turned cultural phenomenonAnthony Geary — daytime TV royalty whose impact spanned decadesWe share not just what they were known for — but the unexpected facts, strange details, and human moments that made them unforgettable.It’s a quieter episode, but an important one.A reminder that while people leave us, what they gave the world doesn’t.🎄 SEGMENTS IN THIS EPISODE🕯️ In Memoriam: 2025A respectful look at the lives and legacies of those we lost.🎭 The Stories Behind the IconsInteresting facts and lesser-known details that make their impact even bigger.🎧 LISTEN & WATCHThis is Day 7 of 10 in our Hardly Holidays daily series.New episodes drop every day, covering joy, chaos, nostalgia, and reflection — just like the holidays themselves.📲 Stay connected with us:Instagram: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kellie.mcgillicuddyTikTok: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kelliemcgillicuddySpotify: https://rb.gy/sgqahApple Podcasts: https://rb.gy/u2xi4YouTube: https://rb.gy/3yi5kEmail: [email protected] us Fan Mail

Day 6 of Hardly Holidays is all about looking back before we move forward.Today, SP and Kellie dive into the most popular TV shows and movies of 2025, breaking down the Top 10 in each category and reliving the moments that had everyone glued to their screens this year.And because Kellie always comes prepared… We’re adding a bonus round featuring Kellie’s personal top picks of the year across her favorite streaming platforms.From emotional dramas to binge-worthy hits, we’re talking shows like:The PittHigh PotentialMy Life with the Walter BoysWednesday…and plenty more that defined our watch history in 2025.Whether you’re catching up on what you missed or looking for something new to binge during that weird post-holiday downtime, this episode has you covered.🎄 SEGMENTS IN THIS EPISODE📺 Top 10 TV Shows of 2025The series everyone was talking about (and arguing over).🎬 Top 10 Movies of 2025Blockbusters, surprises, and the ones that lived rent-free in our heads.⭐ Bonus: Kellie’s PicksHer favorite shows across streaming platforms — emotional damage optional.🎧 LISTEN & WATCHThis is Day 6 of 10 in our Hardly Holidays daily holiday series. New episodes drop every day, because apparently we hate free time.📲 Stay connected with us:Instagram: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kellie.mcgillicuddy TikTok: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kelliemcgillicuddy Spotify: https://rb.gy/sgqah Apple Podcasts: https://rb.gy/u2xi4 YouTube: https://rb.gy/3yi5k Email: [email protected] us Fan Mail

On Day 5 of Hardly Holidays, SP and Kellie’s livers remain fully committed to the bit as they find out whether another holiday-inspired shot is in their future. (Spoiler: odds are never in SP’s favor.)Today’s challenge? A brutal round of “Would You Rather” scenarios designed specifically for New Year’s resolutions.We’re talking impossible choices, painful trade-offs, and decisions that force you to ask: What would I actually be willing to give up in 2026… and what am I absolutely not letting go of?Play along at home, argue with us in your head (or out loud), and see where your priorities really land as we stumble our way toward the new year.🎄 SEGMENTS IN THIS EPISODE🎅 Kellie’s Crazy Christmas — Day 5The holiday game that refuses to die… much like our dignity.🎆 Game: New Year’s “Would You Rather”Painful resolutions, impossible choices, and no backing out once you answer.🎧 LISTEN & WATCHThis is Day 5 of 10 in our Hardly Holidays daily holiday series. New episodes drop every day, because rest is for January.📲 Stay connected with us:Instagram: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kellie.mcgillicuddy TikTok: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kelliemcgillicuddy Spotify: https://rb.gy/sgqah Apple Podcasts: https://rb.gy/u2xi4 YouTube: https://rb.gy/3yi5k  Email: [email protected] us Fan Mail

Day 4 of Hardly Holidays is a full-blown internet time capsule.Today, SP and Kellie rewind the clock and revisit the most unhinged, unforgettable, and impossible-to-escape viral moments of 2025. The ones that took over group chats, dominated timelines, and made us all ask, “How did this even happen?”We’re talking about:The Coldplay Kiss Cam Couple that launched a thousand think piecesKaty Perry going to space (yes… that happened)The absolute Labubu domination of the internetThe Louvre Heist that felt like a movie plotThe bizarre rise of The 67 TrendAnd plenty more moments that defined the chaos of 2025It’s nostalgic. It’s ridiculous. It’s proof that the internet remains undefeated.If you forgot how wild this year actually was, this episode will gently (or aggressively) remind you.🎄 SEGMENTS IN THIS EPISODE📱 Viral Moments of 2025The trends, scandals, and moments you couldn’t scroll past.🌪️ Internet Chaos RecapWhy 2025 felt like ten years packed into one timeline.🎧 LISTEN & WATCHThis is Day 4 of 10 in our Hardly Holidays daily holiday series.New episodes drop every single day, because peace and quiet is overrated.📲 Stay connected with us:Instagram: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kellie.mcgillicuddyTikTok: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @seanpatrickdj, @kelliemcgillicuddySpotify: https://rb.gy/sgqahApple Podcasts: https://rb.gy/u2xi4YouTube: https://rb.gy/3yi5kEmail: [email protected] us Fan Mail

The holiday games continue, and today we’re getting serious about toys.On Day 3 of Hardly Holidays, SP and Kellie dive into the 10 official Toy Hall of Fame nominees for 2025 and argue (passionately) over which ones actually deserve a coveted spot in the Hall.From Rubik’s Cubes and Scooters to Slime, Connect Four, and more, we break down the toys that shaped childhoods, sparked creativity, and survived generations of living-room chaos.Spoiler alert:Our picks didn’t make it… and yes, we’re still processing that.Join us as we debate, reminisce, and ultimately reveal which three toys officially made it into the Toy Hall of Fame this year — and whether we agree with the decision.🎄 SEGMENTS IN THIS EPISODE🎅 Kellie’s Crazy Christmas — Day 3The holiday challenge rolls on, and SP is learning that every episode is a gamble.🧸 Game: Toy Hall of Fame ShowdownTen nominees enter. Three toys leave immortalized forever.🎧 LISTEN & WATCHThis is Day 3 of 10 in our Hardly Holidays series.New festive episodes drop daily, so stick with us through the holidays.📲 Stay connected with us:Instagram: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kellie.mcgillicuddyTikTok: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kelliemcgillicuddySpotify: https://rb.gy/sgqahApple Podcasts: https://rb.gy/u2xi4YouTube: https://rb.gy/3yi5kEmail: [email protected] us Fan Mail

Kellie’s Crazy Christmas continues… and so does SP’s slow realization that this was a terrible idea.On Day 2 of Hardly Holidays, the duo keeps the festive chaos rolling with a nostalgic game where they try to guess the most popular Christmas toys from the last 60+ years.We’re talking:🧸 Teddy Ruxpin🔊 Bop It🤖 Transformers🦄 My Little Pony🎮 Nintendo…and plenty more toys that absolutely defined childhoods.It’s a full-blown trip through Christmas Present Past, filled with nostalgia, generational debates, and moments that will have you saying, “Wait… I had that.”Play along, argue with us in your car, and give yourself something to talk about at family gatherings this year that isn’t politics or your life choices.Hardly Holidays rolls on 🎄🎄 SEGMENTS IN THIS EPISODE🎅 Kellie’s Crazy Christmas — Day 2The holiday games continue, and SP’s fate is still on the line.🎁 Game: Christmas Presents PastCan SP and Kellie guess the most iconic toys year by year — or will nostalgia betray them?🎧 LISTEN & WATCHThis is Day 2 of 10 in our Hardly Holidays series.New holiday episodes drop daily, so make sure you’re subscribed and ready.📲 Stay connected with us:Instagram: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kellie.mcgillicuddyTikTok: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kelliemcgillicuddySpotify: https://rb.gy/sgqahApple Podcasts: https://rb.gy/u2xi4YouTube: https://rb.gy/3yi5kEmail: [email protected] us Fan Mail

Welcome to Hardly Holidays 🎁For the next 10 days, we’re dropping 10 special holiday episodes to give you something comforting, chaotic, and familiar to hang onto during the season.Day 1 officially kicks off “Kellie’s Crazy Christmas.”Kellie quizzes SP on moments from Hardly Working throughout the year.✔️ Get it right? He earns a treat.❌ Get it wrong? He takes a holiday-inspired shot.What SP doesn’t know yet…👉 this game continues across all 10 episodes.Things are about to get sloppy.To start things off, SP and Kellie play a festive game called “Where Did It Come From?” — breaking down classic Christmas traditions and guessing what part of the world they originated from.It’s cozy.It’s nostalgic.It’s already a terrible idea.Welcome to Hardly Holidays 🎄🍷🎄 SEGMENTS IN THIS EPISODE🎅 Kellie’s Crazy Christmas — Day 1SP is tested on Hardly Working moments from this year.Treats vs. holiday shots are officially on the table.🌍 Game: Where Did It Come From?Christmas traditions from around the world —Can SP and Kellie guess their origins, or will history humble them?🎧 LISTEN & WATCHNew Hardly Holidays episodes drop daily for 10 days.Make sure you’re subscribed so you don’t miss how unhinged this gets.📲 Stay connected with us:Instagram: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kellie.mcgillicuddyTikTok: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kelliemcgillicuddySpotify: https://rb.gy/sgqahApple Podcasts: https://rb.gy/u2xi4YouTube: https://rb.gy/3yi5kEmail: [email protected] us Fan Mail

This week on Hardly Working Podcast, we’re asking the big questions that quietly run your life.What subscriptions are 100% not worth it anymore?What random foods hit way harder than they have any right to?And what “harmless” habits slowly ruin people’s lives while nobody notices?Plus, December 19 is an absolute movie-history powerhouse — from Titanic becoming a cultural phenomenon to the entire Lord of the Rings trilogy basically claiming this date as its own.We also talk:Why DVDs and CDs are somehow becoming cool againNetflix quietly losing over 100 OriginalsThe Oscars ditching ABC and moving to YouTubeA couple who won the lottery twiceAnd yes… what’s being called “Viagra for women”It’s reflective, unhinged, nostalgic, and exactly what your brain needs right now.💬 QUESTIONS WE DISCUSSWhat subscription is 100% not worth it anymore?What random food hits harder than it should?What’s a habit that looks harmless but slowly ruins people’s lives?📆 THAT HAPPENED TODAY?! — DECEMBER 19🎬 MOVIE HISTORY MOMENTSTitanic (1997)Expanded wide release on Dec 19Became the highest-grossing film of all timeWon 11 OscarsPermanently rewired pop cultureThe Lord of the Rings TrilogyFellowship of the Ring (2001)The Two Towers (2002)The Return of the King (2003)All released on December 19 — with ROTK tying Titanic for 11 Academy AwardsDecember 19 = officially LOTR Day🕯️ CELEBRITY PASSINGS (Dec 19)Rob Reiner & Michele ReinerThis Is Spinal Tap, Stand By Me, The Princess Bride, When Harry Met SallyJeff GarciaVoice roles including Jimmy Neutron and BarnyardJim WardVoices of Chet Ubetcha and Doug Dimmadome (Fairly OddParents)🎂 CELEBRITY BIRTHDAYSJake Gyllenhaal (1980)Alyssa Milano (1972)📰 STORIESThe Oscars are moving from ABC to YouTube, streaming free worldwideOscar shortlists are outhttps://www.goldderby.com/film/2025/2026-oscars-shortlists-announced-in-12-categories/DVDs & CDs are becoming cool againGen Z is collecting physical media for nostalgia, ownership, and escaping algorithmsOver 100 Netflix Originals are leaving Netflix in 2026, including:Arrested DevelopmentShe-RaThe End of the F**ing World*Mob Psycho 100A Welsh couple won the lottery twiceOdds: roughly 24 trillion to oneA so-called “Viagra for women” hits shelves(Cream version… yes, really)🔥 UNPOPULAR OPINIONSSoup should be normalized as a savory everyday drinkBeing alone is way better than people admitRoad work should happen 24/7 until finishedElderly drivers should have their own platesSpeeding punishments should be community service, not fines🔗 STAY CONNECTED WITH USStay connected with us:Instagram: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kellie.mcgillicuddyTikTok: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kelliemcgillicuddySpotify: https://rb.gy/sgqahApple Podcasts: https:/Send us Fan Mail

This week on Hardly Working, SP and Kellie recap one of BMBL’s busiest seasons ever — 10 gigs in 8 days — including major activations for NBC, HBO’s I Love LA, and L’Oréal.It’s also Kellie’s birthday, and she shares the words of wisdom she wishes she’d known in her 20s — the stuff you only learn by living it.🗓️ That Happened Today?! — December 12🎬 New Film Releases (Dec 12, 2025)Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out MysteryBenoit Blanc returns in a brand-new holiday-set whodunit starring Daniel Craig, releasing in theaters and on Netflix.📺 Streaming & Pop Culture PremieresTaylor Swift | The Eras Tour | The End of an EraA six-part docuseries chronicling Taylor Swift’s historic tour debuts on Disney+, with the first two episodes dropping December 12.Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour | The Final ShowA full concert film capturing the final Eras Tour performance also premieres on Disney+.Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas (25th Anniversary)A special theatrical re-release celebrating the holiday classic.🎂 Celebrity Birthdays — December 12Frank Sinatra (1915) — Legendary singer and actorBob Barker (1923) — Iconic game show hostDionne Warwick (1940) — Grammy-winning singer“I Say a Little Prayer,” “What the World Needs Now”Jennifer Connelly (1970) — ActressLabyrinth, Requiem for a Dream, A Beautiful Mind, Top Gun📰 Stories🎬 It’s Official: Netflix to Acquire Warner Bros. ($82.7 Billion)Major Movie Franchises & StudiosWarner Bros. Pictures & New Line CinemaHarry Potter universeDC Universe (Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman)The Lord of the Rings / The HobbitThe Matrix, Mad Max, Conjuring Universe, MonsterVerseClassic Warner films (Casablanca, Citizen Kane, The Wizard of Oz)TV Shows & Series LibrariesHBO / HBO Max programming (Game of Thrones, Succession, The Last of Us)Friends, The Big Bang Theory, and moreGames & Interactive EntertainmentWizarding World / Hogwarts Legacy-style titlesMortal Kombat (NetherRealm Studios)Batman: Arkham seriesLEGO games, Scooby-Doo, TT Games catalogNot Included (At Least Initially)CNNTNT, TBS, Cartoon Network, Adult SwimDiscovery / HGTV / Discovery+🍔 Fast Food NewsIn-N-Out has officially removed the numbers 67 and 69 from their order call-out system.For once… not great In-N-Out news.🥪 Japan Meets AmericaU.S. 7-Eleven locations are starting to roll out a Japanese-style egg salad sandwich.Price: $5.19Reaction: Looks… questionable.Stay connected with us:Instagram: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kellie.mcgillicuddyTikTok: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kelliemcgillicuddySpotify: https://rb.gy/sgqahApple Podcasts: https://rb.gy/u2xi4YouTube: https://rb.gy/3yi5kEmail: [email protected] us Fan Mail

This week on Hardly Working Podcast, SP and Kellie are back with a cozy, chaotic, post-Thanksgiving breakdown — and we’re starting with a simple, universal truth:Some foods look incredible… until you eat them.Yep. We’re talking about the biggest food disappointments of all time — the ones that tricked us with their golden crusts, perfect grill marks, and Instagram lighting, only to betray us on the first bite.Then we jump into a Harry Potter deep dive:What were the most awkward or uncomfortable moments in the movies?You guys submitted your top contenders, and honestly… you nailed it.Including:Harry’s bath scene with Moaning Myrtle (WHY was this approved?)Ginny tying Harry’s shoelaces like a Victorian caretakerVoldemort’s limp-noodle hug for DracoRon just… inserting himself between Harry and Ginny like a confused camp counselorWe also crack open this week’s That Happened Today?! — December 5 Edition, featuring:🛳️ The Ghost Ship Mary Celeste — the original unsolved mystery🍔 The Mariah Carey x McDonald’s Collab — the most diva holiday promo ever☃️ Frosty the Snowman’s first appearance🍻 The wild end of Prohibition✈️ Flight 19 vanishes in the Bermuda Triangle😷 The Great Smog of London🪂 A man survives a 10,000-foot fall WITHOUT a parachute🎉 Walt Disney, Little Richard & Frankie Muniz birthdaysThen in Stories, the week gets even more unhinged:Oxford’s Word of the Year: “Rage-bait” (the most accurate term of 2025)Zootopia 2 dominates Thanksgiving box officeWicked: For Good pulls in another $92MStranger Things 5 sets Netflix records with 59.6 million viewsThe series finale will be 2 hours and 5 minutes, playing in AMC theatersMartha Stewart replaces Sydney Sweeney in the controversial American Eagle denim campaigniPhone Foldable rumors heat up — supposedly creaseless… for $2,400It’s a wild week, and yes — SP gives a strong speech about the foldable iPhone that nobody asked for.Send us Fan Mail

This week on Hardly Working Podcast, SP and Kellie kick off the holiday season with two very special guests — Kellie’s brothers, Shawn and Ryan!It’s a full sibling takeover episode, which means absolute chaos, zero filter, and way too much laughing.We start with the big story that split the room immediately:🎥 AMC’s New “Popcorn Pass”For $30 a year you get half-off popcorn and soda.Is it worth it?Kellie says no.Ryan says maybe.Shawn says he wants nachos.SP is just happy to be invited to the movies.Then we jump into some record-breaking collectible news:💥 A New World Record for a Comic BookA first-edition Superman comic from 1939 just sold for…$9.1 MILLION.That makes it the most expensive comic ever sold.(For comparison, Action Comics #1 from 1938 — the first appearance of Superman — sold for $6 million.)The siblings spend a shocking amount of time deciding which one of them would make the worst superhero.From there, we go from superpowers to super nostalgia:🕹️ Remember Burt Meyer?Maybe not his name — but definitely his work.This week the toy and game creator passed away, leaving behind an iconic childhood résumé:• Lite-Brite• Gooey Louie• Mouse Trap• Rock ‘Em Sock ‘Em Robots• Catch Phrase (SP’s personal favorite — and the siblings immediately start arguing over who cheats the most.)And in more wholesome news:🎨 John Oliver Raises Over $1 Million for Public TVAfter Bob Ross paintings sold for $600K a few weeks ago, John Oliver hosted “John Oliver’s Stuff” — selling a single Ross painting (“Cabin at Sunset”) for $1,044,000 to support public broadcasting.Imagine spending a million dollars and not even getting a “happy little tree” in the deal.Finally… it wouldn’t be a family episode without the most sibling-specific segment ever:🔥 UNPOPULAR OPINIONS (SIBLING EDITION)Specifically curated for SP, Kellie, Shawn & Ryan:The oldest sibling is not the “natural leader,” they’re just tired.Middle children actually have the best personalities — because they HAD to.Youngest siblings aren’t “spoiled,” they’re strategic.Siblings absolutely DO keep score… even when they swear they don’t.You can love your siblings and still hide your best snacks from them.Group texts with siblings are elite — unless one of them sends 40 voice notes.Every family has one sibling who thinks they’re the funny one... and one who actually IS.Borrowing clothes without asking is not theft — it’s tradition.At least one sibling will retell childhood stories completely wrong on purpose.There is ALWAYS a “parent favorite,” and everyone knows who it is.It’s a warm, chaotic, holiday-season sibling episode — and we had way too much fun making it.Stay connected with us:Instagram: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kellie.mcgillicuddyTikTok: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kelliemcgillicuddySpotify: https://rb.gy/sgqahApple Podcasts: https://rb.gy/u2xi4YouTube: https://rb.gy/3yi5kEmail: [email protected] us Fan Mail

This week on Hardly Working Podcast, SP and Kellie dive into the weirdest, wildest, and most wonderfully unhinged mix of news, questions, and unpopular opinions the internet has to offer.We kick things off with your questions:✨ Questions of the Week• What’s something you didn’t realize was optional in life until someone just… didn’t do it?• What’s the girl code you absolutely will NOT break?From there, we jump into a That Happened Today?! — November 21 Edition, featuring:• 1942 – Tweety Bird’s on-screen debut in A Tale of Two Kitties• 1976 – Rocky premieres in New York• 1983 – Michael Jackson’s Thriller (the 14-minute short film!) premieres• 1997 – Anastasia arrives in theaters• 1931 – Universal’s Frankenstein first hits the big screenThen we get into the stories lighting up the week:🎬 Wicked is taking over our lives.Someone jumped the barricade at the Wicked premiere to get to Ariana Grande… and he’s officially spending 9 days in jail for it.🧙 Harry Potter NewsDaniel Radcliffe wrote a heartfelt letter to the new Harry Potter, Dominic McLaughlin, wishing him an even better experience than his own. A clip surfaced of Dominic reading part of the letter, and it’s ridiculously wholesome.👻 AI App Lets You Talk to Dead RelativesA new app called 2Wai lets you upload a 3-minute video to create a digital version of a deceased loved one.Yes, it’s basically Black Mirror.No, we’re not ready.🖤 Wakanda Forever… AgainBlack Panther 3 is officially moving into production!Letitia Wright returns as Shuri.Denzel Washington joins the cast.Rumored title: Shadows of Wakanda.🎥 Box Office Rollercoaster• Now You See Me 3 pulls in $75M• Glen Powell’s The Running Man makes just $17M domestically on a $110M budget (yikes)We love Powell & Edgar Wright, but not even that combo is pulling everyone into a theater right now.And of course…🔥 Unpopular Opinions of the Week• Men’s suits should be as varied as women’s dresses• Cold water is overrated — room temp water supremacy• Prince’s music hasn’t aged well (FIGHTING WORDS)• Shaking hands should die as a tradition• Carry-ons belong on the opposite side overhead• Red onions should be called purple onions• Wedding speeches? Cringe factories• Green bean casserole & sweet potatoes-with-marshmallows? No thank youStay connected with us:Instagram: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kellie.mcgillicuddyTikTok: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kelliemcgillicuddySpotify: https://rb.gy/sgqahApple Podcasts: https://rb.gy/u2xi4YouTube: https://rb.gy/3yi5kEmail: [email protected] us Fan Mail

It’s the season of gratitude (and chaos), and SP and Kellie are giving thanks… in true Hardly Working fashion. 🦃 From kitchen slang gone wild to nude bowling in Pittsburgh, this episode has everything you didn’t know you needed.SP tests Kellie on a round of “Kitchen Terms” — a game that proves ordering breakfast in diner slang should be an Olympic event:☕ “Blonde with sand” = coffee with cream and sugar🍳 “Wreck ’em” = scrambled eggs🌭 “Paint a bow-wow red” = hot dog with ketchup🥤 And “M.D.” = Dr. Pepper (because “Do you want a Sprite?” No, gimme an M.D.”)In this week’s stories:⭐ Chadwick Boseman is finally getting his star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.💸 Funko might be done-zo by next year — the toy empire is on the brink.🎨 Bob Ross saves PBS from funding cuts, as three of his paintings sell for $600,000 to support public broadcasting.🪙 Farewell, penny. The U.S. just pressed its last one, saving taxpayers $56 million a year — but say goodbye to those souvenir coin machines.🎳 And of course… “Balls Out Bowling” is back in Pittsburgh. Yep, an all-nude, body-positive bowling night for adults where you’re encouraged to bring a towel, not pants.Questions this week explore gratitude and modern nonsense:💭 What’s a luxury that’s only impressive to people who don’t have it?🧗 What are you glad you tried once but will never do again?📱 What’s the biggest “we all just accepted this nonsense” thing in modern life?🔥 Unpopular Opinions🦃 If turkey’s so great, why do we only eat it once or twice a year?🚗 Special parking spots have gotten out of hand.🧠 Emotional intelligence > IQ — and it’s still underrated.🪙 The worst part of losing pennies is losing the souvenir machines.🧁 Cupcakes are an ineffectual, dissatisfying dessert.🥨 The rye chips in Chex Mix? Overrated.Stay connected with us:Instagram: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kellie.mcgillicuddyTikTok: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kelliemcgillicuddySpotify: https://rb.gy/sgqahApple Podcasts: https://rb.gy/u2xi4YouTube: https://rb.gy/3yi5kEmail: [email protected] us Fan Mail

This week on Hardly Working Podcast, SP and Kellie are back from another wild week — full of movie news, fast food confessions, and one very important announcement: the Dodgers baby has arrived! ⚾️💙Elizabeth Olsen says becoming a Dodgers superfan helped her finally understand Marvel fans (“I wasn’t judging it… but now I get it”).Meanwhile, People Magazine just revealed their Sexiest Man Alive — and yes, Kellie’s pick, Jonathan Bailey, officially took the crown. SP runs through the list of winners from the last 25 years (from Chris Evans to The Rock to Ryan Reynolds) and they debate who really deserved it.🎬 Movie Headlines:– A new Mummy movie has been confirmed — starring Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz.– Kpop Demon Hunters 2 officially announced for 2029.– Sydney Sweeney (28) is dating Scooter Braun (44)… after meeting at Jeff Bezos’ wedding. Yikes.– France bans Shein, citing the sale of “Class A weapons” and illegal adult items found on the app.– Tom Brady’s dog is a clone — seriously. His new dog Junie is cloned from his late dog Lua.⚡ Plus, SP and Kellie ask the big questions:– What’s your favorite fast food sandwich of all time?(SP votes Firehouse’s Italian. Fight him.)– Would you ever clone your pet if you could?🗓️ That Happened Today?! (November 7)📜 1944 – Franklin D. Roosevelt wins a historic fourth presidential term.📜 1989 – L. Douglas Wilder becomes the first elected Black governor in U.S. history.🎬 Elf (2003) premieres — officially kicking off Christmas movie season.🎂 Birthdays: Joni Mitchell (82), David Petraeus (73), Christopher Knight (68), Lorde (29), Johnny Rivers (83)🕯️ Deaths: Eleanor Roosevelt (1884–1962)🔥 Unpopular Opinions💍 Both partners should propose.☕ “Paying it Forward” is passive-aggressive — stop forcing strangers to spend money.🎃 Halloween isn’t dying — your neighborhood is.🚲 Bikes belong on the sidewalk, not the road.🍔 McDonald’s would be elite if it were served on airplanes.Stay connected with us:Instagram: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kellie.mcgillicuddyTikTok: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kelliemcgillicuddySpotify: https://rb.gy/sgqahApple Podcasts: https://rb.gy/u2xi4YouTube: https://rb.gy/3yi5kEmail: [email protected] us Fan Mail

It’s the Hardly Working Podcast Halloween Special! 🎃SP and Kellie are diving headfirst into spooky season with a Trader Joe’s Fall Taste Test, hot takes on Halloween traditions, and a look back at the weirdest, wildest moments from Halloween throughout history.💀 Halloween Unpopular Opinions:From pumpkin spice slander to the tragedy of sexy Shrek — SP and Kellie share and debate the most controversial takes of spooky season:Pumpkin spice doesn’t actually taste good — we just like the nostalgia.Trick-or-treating should be for all ages — adults deserve candy too.Haunted houses aren’t scary, they’re just loud and sweaty.Candy corn is better than people admit (especially with peanuts).Hocus Pocus 2 wasn’t that bad — childhood nostalgia just hits different.Horror movie fans forgive anything if the kills are creative.Costume contests? More popularity than creativity.Halloween should always fall on the last Saturday of October.Apple bobbing is one of the worst party games ever invented.“Sexy” versions of literally everything have gone too far.🧠 Rapid-Fire Round:– Is carving pumpkins actually fun or just a huge mess?– Do adults ruin Halloween or make it better?🦇 That Happened Today?! (October 31 Through History)From the Protestant Reformation to record-breaking zombies, here are the spookiest and strangest events ever to fall on Halloween:📜 1517 – Martin Luther nails his 95 Theses to a church door.🧙 1926 – Harry Houdini dies after a stomach punch in Detroit.⛰️ 1941 – Mount Rushmore is completed.🪦 1961 – Stalin’s body removed from Lenin’s Mausoleum.🏄 2003 – Bethany Hamilton survives her famous shark attack.🍔 Fast Food History:– 2018: Burger King’s “Nightmare King” green bun burger debuts.– 2021: McDonald’s brings back the McRib for Halloween week.– 2022: Chipotle’s “Boorito” $6 promo crashes the app.🌍 World Records & Weird History:– 1999: World’s largest pumpkin pie (3,699 lbs).– 2004: Most Jack-O’-Lanterns carved in 24 hours (109).– 2011: Largest gathering of zombies (15,458 in New Jersey).– 2022: World’s largest inflatable pumpkin (118 ft tall).📺 Pop Culture & TV Moments:– 1993: The Nightmare Before Christmas releases.– 2001: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone premieres in London.– 2007: Saw IV hits theaters.– 2010: The Walking Dead debuts on AMC.– 2016: Stranger Things cast’s viral Ghostbusters costumes.🎂 Born on October 31:Vanilla Ice (1967) | Peter Jackson (1961) | Piper Perabo (1976) | Rob Schneider (1963) | Willow Smith (2000)⚰️ Celebrity Deaths:1926 – Harry Houdini2020 – Sean ConneryStay connected with us:Instagram: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kellie.mcgillicuddyTikTok: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kelliemcgillicuddySpotify: https://rb.gy/sgqahApple Podcasts: https://rb.gy/u2xi4YouTube: https://rb.gy/3yi5kEmail: [email protected] us Fan Mail

This week on Hardly Working Podcast, Kellie and SP taste their way through Trader Joe’s fall lineup — from pumpkin everything to snacks that should’ve stayed in summer.Meanwhile, chaos reigns in the headlines:💎 The Crown Jewels have been stolen from the Louvre Museum in Paris! Thieves used a lift, broke through a window, smashed display cases, and escaped in seven minutes with €88 million worth of treasure — though one crown was later found dropped outside.🪄 New leaked photos from the set of Harry Potter: Diagon Alley reveal the stunning magical marketplace in HBO’s upcoming series.🚫 Sorry, Tom Holland fans — looks like he won’t be the next James Bond after all.🎬 Stranger Things final season will get a theatrical release — a 2-hour finale playing in AMC Theaters on New Year’s Eve.🚀 Jim Carrey is officially in talks to star in a live-action Jetsons movie, directed by Colin Trevorrow.💉 Cameron Diaz opens up about regretting Botox, saying she “no longer recognized her reflection.”🎥 Elizabeth Olsen says she’s done with studio movies that skip theaters: “I don’t want streaming to be the end-all.”🎲 Netflix acquires the rights to Settlers of Catan, planning multiple film and TV adaptations.🎢 Travis Kelce invests in Six Flags to help “make it special for the next generation.”Plus, listener questions this week:What non-scary thing are you really scared of?What’s the most overrated food trend right now?For those who didn’t grow up privileged — what did you think was a luxury as a kid?And of course, this week’s Unpopular Opinions:🪪 Middle names should be chosen by ourselves at 18.🐾 Putting “service dog” on untrained animals should be a felony.🥣 Cereal at night > cereal in the morning.🚿 Rainshower heads are overrated.🥗 Most salads don’t need dressing.Stay connected with us:Instagram: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kellie.mcgillicuddyTikTok: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kelliemcgillicuddySpotify: https://rb.gy/sgqahApple Podcasts: https://rb.gy/u2xi4YouTube: https://rb.gy/3yi5kEmail: [email protected] us Fan Mail

🎬 Taylor Swift announces a new documentary releasing on Kellie’s birthday, while rumors swirl about Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau.🪄 New leaked photos from the Harry Potter set show off scenes from Lustleigh — and we’re asking: was Halloween actually mentioned in the first book?💔 Rough week for both Tom Cruise and Nicole Kidman — separate breakups, shocking details, and a few “wait, what?” moments.🍔 Wendy’s launches “Project Refresh” with former Taco Bell execs and a 52-week stock low… time for collabs!🚗 The 25th Annual Drive-Thru Study crowns the champs: Chick-Fil-A and Dutch Bros for satisfaction, Taco Bell and Arby’s for speed (but not friendliness).🥩 Speaking of Arby’s — they’ve introduced steak nuggets… with 27 grams of fat in 5 pieces.🐸 A Chinese woman swallows eight live frogs to “cure back pain.” (Spoiler: it didn’t work.)🎧 Netflix and Spotify team up — starting 2026, Spotify’s biggest video podcasts will stream exclusively on Netflix.Plus this week’s questions:What can you not believe we still have to deal with in 2025?What’s something you thought was a luxury when you were a kid?And this week’s Unpopular Opinions:💍 If you’re married, you should generally want to bring your spouse everywhere.🍗 Thick chicken sandwiches look better than they taste.🍪 Half-stuffed OREOs > Double-stuffed.🍨 Ice cream should be hard as ice.Stay connected with us:Instagram: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kellie.mcgillicuddyTikTok: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kelliemcgillicuddySpotify: https://rb.gy/sgqahApple Podcasts: https://rb.gy/u2xi4YouTube: https://rb.gy/3yi5kEmail: [email protected] us Fan Mail

This week on Hardly Working Podcast, SP and Kellie are back after a wild stretch — SP gave away $1 million in Las Vegas for Kia, while Kellie brought the ✈️ vibes to Seattle for a custom Delta Airlines postcard activation.In the headlines this week:🎥 For the first time in a decade, no superhero movie cracks the top 5 box office!💃 Taylor Swift’s Release Party of a Showgirl opens with $33M, but she loses over 1 million Instagram followers after an AI-generated promo video backlash.🪄 First on-set photos from HBO’s Harry Potter show John Lithgow as Dumbledore and the Dursleys prepping to hide at sea.☕ Happy 25th Anniversary to Gilmore Girls! Congrats to Lauren Graham on her star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.📺 California bans loud ads on streaming platforms like Netflix and YouTube.🎮 Xbox Game Pass subscription jumps from $20 → $30 per month.🚁 Flying taxis make their U.S. debut as two companies race toward commercial passenger service.🌍 Remembering Jane Goodall, who passed away at 91 — and her iconic last words might be her most savage yet.Plus this week’s listener questions:What’s a common “fact” that science has already debunked — but people still believe?Which word or phrase did you misunderstand as a kid?Men in happy marriages: what skill would you teach others to have better relationships?And of course, our Unpopular Opinions:💰 Making money off real estate is unethical.🪑 Everyone should sit on the floor once in a while.🎃 “Halloween Adults” are just as cringey as “Disney Adults.”Stay connected with us:Instagram: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kellie.mcgillicuddyTikTok: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kelliemcgillicuddySpotify: https://rb.gy/sgqahApple Podcasts: https://rb.gy/u2xi4YouTube: https://rb.gy/3yi5kEmail: [email protected] us Fan Mail

This week on Hardly Working Podcast, SP and Kellie cover the wild mix of headlines you didn’t know you needed:🍟 McDonald’s Monopoly is officially BACK, with over $200M in prizes (and hopefully no scandals this time). ☕ Starbucks lays off 900 employees while trying to reinvent itself as a comfy “third space.” 🎥 A brand-new Super Mario Galaxy movie is announced, and Harry Potter gets a full-cast audiobook makeover. 💍 First look at Selena Gomez & Benny Blanco’s wedding. 💚 Scooby-Doo teams up with Lush for a new collab. 🎤 Theo Von’s Netflix special taping goes off the rails. 🚽 China’s public toilets now make you watch ads before giving you toilet paper.Plus, this week’s big questions:What’s a red flag you secretly find attractive?Men in happy marriages: what’s one skill you’d teach other men?And in That Happened Today?! (October 3rd edition): 🎬 Movie anniversaries like School of Rock, Gone Girl, and Annabelle 🎂 Celebrity birthdays including Gwen Stefani, Ashlee Simpson, Tommy Lee, and Clive Owen 🎉 And yes, it’s officially Mean Girls Day — “It’s October 3rd.”Finally, we close it out with some unpopular opinions: 👎 Meal prep ruins food. 👎 Wireless charging is overrated. 👎 Couples never fighting isn’t a red flag. 👎 Holidays start way too early in stores. ☔ Seattle actually has the best weather in the U.S.Stay connected with us:Instagram: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kellie.mcgillicuddyTikTok: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kelliemcgillicuddySpotify: https://rb.gy/sgqahApple Podcasts: https://rb.gy/u2xi4YouTube: https://rb.gy/3yi5kEmail: [email protected] us Fan Mail

This week, it’s a big one for BMBL! Kellie captured the magic at events for L'Oréal and the Hollywood premiere of FX’s brand-new series The Lowdown with Ethan Hawk.We dive into your questions:🍪 What’s the best cookie you’ve ever made or eaten?🥣 What cereal do you wish would come back?🛠️ What skills from your childhood are now totally useless?In That Happened Today?! (Sept 26) we revisit history, from Typhoon Vera to the premiere of Jeepers Creepers, plus birthdays for Serena Williams, Lilly Singh, and Christina Milian.Stories this week include:MTV officially cancels Catfish: The TV Show after nine seasonsThe Rapture might’ve happened… and we’re still herePope Leo draws the line at an AI PopeLottery winners give back in Virginia & an entire Quebec town cashes in on $50MBill Nye gets his star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame 🌟And of course, we wrap it up with Unpopular Opinions like:Cooking every day is a waste of timeLive albums are trashEvery cake is better after being refrigerated overnightChicken & waffles don’t actually elevate each otherStay connected with us:Instagram: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kellie.mcgillicuddyTikTok: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kelliemcgillicuddySpotify: https://rb.gy/sgqahApple Podcasts: https://rb.gy/u2xi4YouTube: https://rb.gy/3yi5kEmail: [email protected] us Fan Mail

It’s our 150th episode! 🎉 Big thank you to everyone who’s been listening, supporting, and sending in questions for this milestone moment.This week, Kellie and SP:Celebrate 150 episodes with YOUR listener questions (from balancing busy lives to favorite podcast memories)Talk about BMBL capturing the magic at an exclusive screening of FX’s Alien EarthCover the launch of Jollibee x KATSEYE’s new Korean BBQ fried chicken collabBreak down the heartbreaking roller coaster incident at Universal’s Epic Universe in OrlandoShake our heads at Samsung for putting ads on your fridge now 🤦‍♂️Plus, in That Happened Today?!:Movies like The Maze Runner, Moneyball, and Goodfellas premiered on this dateRemembering Queen Elizabeth II’s state funeral (Sept 19, 2022)Celebrating Jimmy Fallon’s birthday 🎂And of course, some 🔥 Unpopular Opinions:Most people actually do have life figured outLeaving your partner in economy after an upgrade doesn’t make you evilAnd why “being kind costs nothing” is more complicated than it soundsStay connected with us:Instagram: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kellie.mcgillicuddyTikTok: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kelliemcgillicuddySpotify: https://rb.gy/sgqahApple Podcasts: https://rb.gy/u2xi4YouTube: https://rb.gy/3yi5kEmail: [email protected] us Fan Mail

This week on HWP, SP and Kellie are talking about how you know you’re getting old (spoiler: it’s not just the back pain). Plus:The weird little phase you’re in right now (and why it might not be so weird)Why Starbucks is changing again — and wants to be your new “third place”The drop in Wednesday Season 2’s numbersShould adults normalize sleepovers again?The prenup conversation that actually makes senseAnd some hot takes you didn’t ask for (but definitely have opinions about)Also, in That Happened Today?! we’re looking at:The Battle of MarathonNASA crashing things on the moonThe discovery of ancient cave paintingsVoyager 1 and Mae Jemison making historyAnd shoutouts to Sydney Sweeney and Paul Walker on their birthdayAnd don't forget: today is Video Games Day, Chocolate Milkshake Day, and the Day of Encouragement — so drink up and be kind, nerds.Send us Fan Mail

This week, SP and Kellie brought NBC’s new show The Paper to life with a full-blown photo activation experience. And now that the exclusive is out in People Magazine, they can finally talk about BMBL capturing unforgettable memories at the wedding of Dancing With The Stars pro Britt Stewart and actor Daniel Durant.We also unpack:What grocery items don’t need refrigeration but most people chill anywayThe world’s most overrated citiesMcDonald’s Extra Value Meals returningA first birthday present from Rian Johnson: Knives Out 3 in DecemberThe Welcome to Derry series terrifying HBO in reverseScrubs revival bringing back CarlaWarwick Davis returning as Professor Flitwick in the new Harry Potter seriesPlus our takes on:Butterfly releases at weddingsWhy we don’t call countries by their native namesSmall talk with strangers (and why you might be the problem)🎤 Unpopular opinions are back and strong this week. Let’s get into it.Stay connected with us:Instagram: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kellie.mcgillicuddyTikTok: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kelliemcgillicuddySpotify: https://rb.gy/sgqahApple Podcasts: https://rb.gy/u2xi4YouTube: https://rb.gy/3yi5kEmail: [email protected] us Fan Mail

This week on Hardly Working Podcast, SP and Kellie are back from not one but TWO influencer events—one for Love Island and another for a Hot Topic x celebrity wedding collab. From chaotic premieres to unexpected moments of affirmation, they’ve got a lot to talk about.Also this week:💥 That Happened Today?! – August 27 Edition • A volcano literally exploded with the force of a nuke—Krakatoa (1883) • The world’s first jet plane took flight (1939) • The first Guinness Book of Records was published (1955) • Iconic movie drops: Mary Poppins, Roman Holiday, Candyman, He’s All That, Hamlet 2, and Super Buddies🎥 In Entertainment News: • Taylor Swift is engaged—and the internet can’t stop screaming • Millie Bobby Brown is a mom now, and yes, we all feel 147 years old • Kpop Demon Hunters broke records and the internet—despite being misunderstood as a kids’ movie🧠 Reddit Questions This Week: • What was supposed to be the next big thing... and flopped hard? • What’s a weird fact about the human body most people don’t know? • What’s the most unforgettable compliment you’ve ever received?🍳 Unpopular Opinion of the Week: “Most grandma cooking isn’t actually that good…” 💬 Wait, what? Let’s talk about it.🎉 Plus: Just Because Day is real, and we’re celebrating it just because.Stay connected with us:Instagram: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kellie.mcgillicuddyTikTok: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kelliemcgillicuddySpotify: https://rb.gy/sgqahApple Podcasts: https://rb.gy/u2xi4YouTube: https://rb.gy/3yi5kEmail: [email protected] us Fan Mail

This week on HWP, SP dives into a week full of nostalgic comebacks, sweet surprises, and a few hard truths:Harry Potter overload! From a new Butterscotch ICEE at Regal to a Krispy Kreme x Hogwarts donut collab—are we falling under a snack-based spell?Bones turns 20 and the cast reunites for a retrospective—plus we break down David Boreanaz’s absolutely unhinged 27-year run on primetime TV.Taylor Swift’s viral “We match so well” moment gives the Kelce podcast a boost...but did Spotify’s new album countdown just give us the most Gen Z Billboard replacement ever?YouTube’s new AI age detection tool might mistake you for a kid (again), and SP has thoughts.Reddit delivers again with answers to:→ What RomCom could you watch forever?→ What’s the most underrated fat loss tip?→ What old-school computer game lives in your head rent-free?→ What screams “I’m pretending to be rich”?All that, plus:🎬 Paw Patrol, Garden State, and The Switch dropped on this day🎂 Birthdays galore—Amy Adams, Andrew Garfield, Demi Lovato, Robert Plant🪦 We remember Jerry Lewis and Phyllis Diller🥧 And yes, it’s Chocolate Pecan Pie DayIt’s weird, it’s nostalgic, it’s slightly frosted with golden shimmer sugar. Welcome to Episode 721.📌 Featured Links:Reddit Threads:• RomComs Rewatchable Forever: r/RomComs• Memorable Computer Games: r/AskReddit• Fat Loss Tips: r/AskReddit• Pretending to Be Rich: r/ProductivityCafe• Bones Reunion: r/PopCultureChatStay connected with us:Instagram: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kellie.mcgillicuddyTikTok: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kelliemcgillicuddySpotify: https://rb.gy/sgqahApple Podcasts: https://rb.gy/u2xi4YouTube: https://rb.gy/3yi5kEmail: [email protected] us Fan Mail

This week on Hardly Working, we’re celebrating two years of podcasting and our very first episode in the new studio! SP and Kellie recap their Orlando adventure (Disney World and Universal), seeing Ben Schwartz live, and then dive headfirst into chaos with stories that include…A $7,000 Labubu heist in LA (what even is a Labubu?)Disney fully absorbing Hulu (RIP separate streaming apps)A new Buffy reboot pilot at Hulu—with Sarah Michelle Gellar involved 👀The return of Moviefone after 10 years—with Peter Dinklage as the new voice?!AOL officially shutting down dial-up internet—let’s play the connection noise in fullWhales saving seals from orcas like real-life ocean vigilantesFlorida fighting pythons with solar-powered robo-bunniesPlus: Kellie’s take on why coffee breath is worse than nicotine 😬We also play a round of “Weird YouTube Trends We’re Actually Into” and dive into Unpopular Opinions, including the shocking case for the Big Mac with no meat.Stay connected with us:Instagram: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kellie.mcgillicuddyTikTok: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kelliemcgillicuddySpotify: https://rb.gy/sgqahApple Podcasts: https://rb.gy/u2xi4YouTube: https://rb.gy/3yi5kEmail: [email protected] us Fan Mail

This week on Hardly Working, Kellie and Sean Patrick dive into what it means to grow up, grow wise, and grow suspicious of people pretending to be rich. They break down the newest trailer posters (👀 “Thursday Murder Club” coming to Netflix with Helen Mirren & Pierce Brosnan?!), reveal how turbulence is about to get way worse, and ask: Is Italian food just mid?Plus:Justin Timberlake’s health updatePanera’s bakery betrayalPeacemaker Season 2 dropping the same day as Thursday Murder Club?!New details about the Harry Potter HBO rebootA new stick bug gets discovered (Australia, never change)ChatGPT adds Study Mode to help kids learn better🎬 Movie anniversaries, history deep-dives, and spicy unpopular opinions included (Arby’s defenders, rise up).Stay connected with us:Instagram: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kellie.mcgillicuddyTikTok: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kelliemcgillicuddySpotify: https://rb.gy/sgqahApple Podcasts: https://rb.gy/u2xi4YouTube: https://rb.gy/3yi5kEmail: [email protected] us Fan Mail

This week on HWP, Sean Patrick and Kellie are still riding the Comic Con high and gearing up for their 2-year anniversary! They break down wild SDCC announcements, roast some overhyped tourist traps, and weigh in on the scams millennials keep falling for. Also in the mix: a Pink Panther reboot with Eddie Murphy, South Park’s uncancellable chaos, and Elvis Presley’s first-ever live performance.And of course—it's not an HWP without some ✨heated✨ unpopular opinions. Tex-Mex vs. Mexican food? Multiple careers? Massages aren’t relaxing? LET’S GO.Stay connected with us:Instagram: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kellie.mcgillicuddyTikTok: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kelliemcgillicuddySpotify: https://rb.gy/sgqahApple Podcasts: https://rb.gy/u2xi4YouTube: https://rb.gy/3yi5kEmail: [email protected] us Fan Mail

Description:This week on Hardly Working, Kellie and SP recap some big (and bizarre) highlights from the week:🎬 SP DJ’ed the World Premiere of Fantastic Four: First Steps and got to intro the cast and filmmakers on stage!💪 Kellie started personal training (someone’s getting jacked).🍽️ And we celebrated our friend Scott’s birthday at The Local Peasant. Fancy AND fun.Then it's time to play:🔥 What’s the actual superpower you wish you had—no boring answers allowed🎥 What movie is so good, you’ll rewatch it every single time💡 What life advice did you ignore for years, only to realize it was pure genius?🫠 And of course: signs a couple isn’t going to last vs. signs they’re in it for the long haul.🗓️ That Happened Today?! – July 23🚗 1903 – Ford sold its first car: the Model A, for $850☄️ 1995 – Comet Hale-Bopp was discovered⚾ 1962 – Jackie Robinson became the first Black inductee in the National Baseball Hall of Fame🎤 2010 – One Direction was formed on The X Factor auditions📰 Stories– CBS CANCELS The Late Show with Stephen Colbert amid Paramount’s merger drama– Emma Watson banned from driving after speeding violations (she says it’s fine—she’ll ride Draco’s broom)– New Harry Potter set photos show Nick Frost as Hagrid—fans are divided– Ted Lasso Season 4: Some major cast shake-ups (goodbye, Jamie Tartt 😢)– USA Today crowns Del Taco the #1 fast food chain in America 🥇– Hollywood Auction chaos:• Indiana Jones’ whip → $525K• Citizen Kane’s sled “Rosebud” → $14.75 million– The most cursed vintage food combos: Tuna Jell-O Pie, Ham & Banana Hollandaise, and Hot Dr. Pepper with Lemon– But America still ships: PB&J, Chicken & Waffles, Chips & Salsa, and Mac & Cheese ❤️Stay connected with us:Instagram: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kellie.mcgillicuddyTikTok: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kelliemcgillicuddySpotify: https://rb.gy/sgqahApple Podcasts: https://rb.gy/u2xi4YouTube: https://rb.gy/3yi5kEmail: [email protected] us Fan Mail

This week on Hardly Working, SP and Kellie recap the wildest bits from last week—including the Zombies 4 premiere, SP’s mom’s birthday (!!), and the dino-sized debut of Jurassic World Rebirth. 🧟‍♀️🦖Game time kicks off with juicy questions like:🎬 What movie is so good you’ll rewatch it every time it’s on?💡 What life tip did you ignore for years… until it changed everything?🐶 And couples—what’s the dead giveaway that they aren’t gonna last? Or that they’re actually built to go the distance?PLUS:– 🚀 Apollo 11 launched today in 1969!– 🎲 Las Vegas now has a real casino UNO game– 🧙 First look at HBO’s new Harry Potter series– 🦫 Bear-sized giant beavers once roamed North America—and Minnesota just made them their official state fossilAlso… Will Ferrell turns 69 (nice), Hocus Pocus premiered today in ‘93, and someone on Reddit is mad about gift-giving holidays. Same, honestly.And don’t forget the Unpopular Opinions this week:“Work clothes are a scam.”“Movies shouldn’t be longer than 3 hours.”“It’s fine to dislike food you’ve never tasted.”“Gift-giving holidays are all stress and no fun.”It’s a cozy, chaotic, highly quotable week—so jump in!Stay connected with us:Instagram: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kellie.mcgillicuddyTikTok: @itshardlyworking, @seanpatrickdj, @kelliemcgillicuddySpotify: https://rb.gy/sgqahApple Podcasts: https://rb.gy/u2xi4YouTube: https://rb.gy/3yi5kEmail: [email protected] us Fan Mail