Pull My Leg

Fast food in America is a $300 billion industry—and every day, we all make the same choice: cook or drive-thru.This week on Pull My Leg, we’re diving into fast food and asking the real questions:Why does “no onions” always mean extra onions?Why are entire meals just different shades of brown?And is Grimace somehow behind everything?We break down:* Our go-to orders and forgotten chains* Totally real stats* The psychology of the drive-thru* Why the bag check never works* And whether the ice cream machine is ever actually workingPlus, we introduce some little known fast food spots like No Forkin’ Way.If you’ve ever panic-ordered at a drive-thru, this episode is for you.ABOUT THE SHOW:Pull My Leg is a comedy podcast where everything is made up on the spot—but the audience is always in on the joke.

We’ve all had dreams…But are they trying to tell us something or are they just nonsense?This week on Pull My Leg, Miles and Mark sit down with Dr. Phillip Cincinnati. Dr. Cincinnati is a leading expert in recreational neuropsychology (and proud holder of a “Dream License” issued by the state of New Jersey) to uncover the hidden meaning of dreams.According to Dr. Cincinnati, 87% of dreams are “emotional leftovers,” while the remaining 13% are your brain “freestyling.” Which raises the question: should we be taking any of this seriously?We cover it all:* Do dreams actually have meaning?* If two people have the same dream, who is to blame?* Is déjà vu just a dream trying to reload?* If you dream about work, should you be paid overtime?* If you fall asleep on a plane and dream you’re flying, are you flying twice?Plus, we hear from totally real callers with totally real dream questions, including:* Recurring anxiety dreams* Showing up completely unprepared (and somehow naked?)* Fighting someone with arms made of cooked spaghettiWhether your dreams are meaningful or just your brain doing improv, we’re here to figure it out. Watch now and decide for yourself.ABOUT THE SHOW:Pull My Leg is a comedy podcast where everything is made up on the spot—but the audience is always in on the joke. Each episode features ridiculous guests, fake expertise, and just enough truth to keep things interesting.

What if board game weren’t actually games?Welcome back to Pull My Leg — the podcast where we investigate the questions nobody asked yet somehow make them worse.This week, we’re diving into the world of board games — those wholesome little boxes that showed up at family gatherings, long car rides, and nights where someone inevitably flipped the table and stormed off.But what if they weren’t created for fun?What if they were designed to shape how we think?Think about it:Monopoly teaches us that the rich get richer while everyone else slowly goes bankruptCandy Land trains kids to follow instructions without asking questionsRisk prepares you for global domination  or at least surviving Thanksgiving dinnerCoincidence? Or were board games the earliest tools of psychological conditioning?In this episode, we break down the hidden agendas behind the games we grew up with, explore completely made-up conspiracy theories, and ask the question no one was brave enough to ask:Who really created these games and why?Because somewhere out there…there’s a person who invented Chutes and Ladders…and they’ve been quietly manipulating our emotions for over a century.Let’s roll the dice and learn more.

Today on Pull My Leg, we sit down with Harry Woller — self-described buffet historian, wannabe competitive eater, and lifelong student of abundance.By day, Harry is a Logistics Operations Analyst optimizing large-scale systems. By night (and weekends and holidays), he optimizes shrimp placement, carving station flow, and soft-serve structural integrity at buffets across America.With an estimated 400–600 all-you-can-eat establishments under his belt (and waistband), Harry argues that buffets aren’t just restaurants — they’re social experiments. They test patience. Hygiene. Strategy. Elastic.We talk about:The psychology of the buffet lineWhy crispy General Tso’s chicken is non-negotiableThe engineering marvel of the carving stationWhether buffet dining is about hunger or victoryIs a buffet chaos? Or is it freedom? Is it indulgence? Or logistics?Grab a plate. Pace yourself. And remember — abundance is a mindset.Subscribe, like, and tell us your go-to buffet strategy in the comments.#PullMyLegPodcast #BuffetLife #AllYouCanEat #FoodComedy #PodcastLife #GeneralTsosChicken #MidwestCulture #ComedyPodcast #FoodCulture #CompetitiveEating

Technology in America was supposed to make life easier. Buttons instead of levers. Convenience instead of effort. A future where everything just works.And yet… here we are.Grown adults yelling at remotes. Restarting routers. Asking Alexa one question and getting three unrelated opinions.On today’s episode of Pull My Leg, there’s no guest—just Mark and Miles, sitting down to have a calm, intelligent, deeply reasonable conversation about one of the biggest issues dominating our news cycle: Technology.We look at real research about productivity, burnout, and attention…Then we examine research that absolutely exists about WiFi acting out of spite and Alexa listening more closely when couples whisper.We’re not experts.  We’re victims.Topics include:Password fatigue and wizard-level requirementsPrinters, ink prices, and spiritual warfareSmart devices that aren’t that smartPhones, autocorrect betrayals, and other stuffPull My Leg.Technology in America. Nothing is taken seriously. Everything feels personal.

What if small towns didn’t need mayors… they needed vibes?In this episode of Pull My Leg, Mark and Miles welcome Diedre O’Neil, a Municipal Vibe Consultant who travels across North America answering one critical question: Does this town feel right… or deeply off?From her early days as the internet-famous “Bozo Baby” to scraping bubble gum into sailor sculptures, Diedre’s path to vibe mastery was anything but traditional. After advising dorm rooms on furniture placement, color schemes, and smell management, she dropped out of college to bring her talents to struggling towns everywhere.Together, we explore:What makes a town’s energy “on” or “aggressively wrong”Why sign colors matter more than tax policyHow a single bench can ruin an entire downtownAnd whether vibes can truly be fixed… or only gently judgedIt’s civic planning. It’s emotional architecture. It’s completely unnecessary.

Season 1… what a ride.Joy. Wonder. Confusion. A little terror. On this final episode of Pull My Leg, let’s relive the Season 1 moments that made us laugh, scratch our heads, and say wait… what just happened?No guests. Just memories.#PullMyLeg #SeasonOne #PodcastRetrospective #BestMoments #WhatARide

This week on Pull My Leg, Mark and Miles welcome Benjamin' Mahholife, founder of Horns, Strings & Musical Things — a retirement home for overworked, out-of-tune, and emotionally exhausted musical instruments.Despite having absolutely no musical talent, Benjamin' has dedicated years of life to giving trumpets, violins, and cymbals the dignity they never knew they needed. In this episode, we explore the origins of the instrument retreat, meet some of its most dramatic residents, and learn why music education trauma affects instruments just as much as humans.It’s heartfelt. It’s ridiculous. It’s Pull My Leg.

Can you love Star Wars and still live a normal human life?This week on Pull My Leg, we meet Derek—Star Wars superfan, cosplayer, trivia champion, and possibly unemployed (details pending).Lightsabers, life choices, and one man’s ongoing obsession with a Wookie…it’s all here.Listen / Watch:YouTube • Spotify • Apple Podcasts(Links in bio!)#MayTheForceBeWithYou #starwarsnerd #starwars #conan

This week, we go inside the glove. Lead curator at the Fits Like a Glove Museum in Washington D.C., Tilden Snubblebooth, joins us to reveal the untold story of Lefty — the Hamburger Helper mascot you grew up with but never really knew. From secret relationships to a mysterious falling out with the Pillsbury Doughboy, no casserole is left unturned.🎧 Listen now wherever you get your podcasts.@pullmylegpodcast | YouTube | Spotify | Apple Podcasts#PullMyLegPodcast #fitslikeaglove #ImprovComedy #FoodMascots #Lefty #HamburgerHelper #MadeUpJournalism

This week on Pull My Leg, Mark and Miles get sentimental. They each share what they’re thankful for and at the top of that list is you, the Pull My Leg listener.  Perfect for your holiday drive, your kitchen prep, or avoiding relatives. Looking for a  podcast that will change your life?  This is not the one, but it's still pretty good. Youtube: https://tinyurl.com/pullmylegSpotify: https://tinyurl.com/2e7pfhdhApple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/naxrptbcWebsite: www.pullmylegpodcast.com#thanksgiving #turkey #football #gratitude #holidays

How many podcasts take the time to reflect honestly on their own season? Not many. But we do — partly because we care, and partly because our guest accidentally fell into a well and couldn’t make the Zoom call.This week, Mark and Miles look back on the first half of the season, share what’s coming next, and reveal what life is like when the microphones are off (spoiler: quieter, but not by much).🎧 Listen wherever you get your podcasts. 👉 @pullmylegpodcast | YouTube | Spotify | Apple Podcasts#PullMyLegPodcast #ComedyPodcast #ImprovComedy #PodcastHumor #FakeExperts #AbsurdComedy #BehindTheScenes #PodcastLife

On today’s show, Mark and Miles welcome one of Hollywood’s most celebrated stars — the one and only Brad Pitt.From Fight Club to Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, Brad’s performances have captivated audiences worldwide. He’s an Oscar winner, a producer, a humanitarian, and — some say — the most handsome man ever to forget his lines mid-interview.We’ll talk to Brad about his journey from small-town dreamer to global icon, his approach to choosing roles, and what it’s really like to live in the Hollywood spotlight.Get ready for an unforgettable conversation with the man who has done it all… or has he? 👀👉 Join the conversation:Instagram: @pullmylegpodcastYouTube: @pullmylegpodcast#PullMyLegPodcast #ComedyPodcast #TotallyRealGuests #BradPitt #CelebrityInterview #ParodyPodcast #AbsurdComedy

Ever wonder if your toaster has legal rights? Or if your Roomba could sue for emotional distress? Meet Stanley P. Farnsworth, Esq. — the nation’s leading Object Lawyer — as he joins us to explore the fascinating world of Object Law. Justice… for things.🎧 Listen now wherever you get your podcasts. 👉 @pullmylegpodcast | YouTube | Spotify | Apple Podcasts#PullMyLegPodcast #ComedyPodcast #FakeExperts #ImprovComedy #ObjectLaw #HouseholdRights #AbsurdComedy #celebrities

This week on Pull My Leg, we explore the surprising origins of Taco Tuesday with Dr. Jeff Delgado — world expert in Applied Taco Anthropology and former Taco Bell insider. Crunch into the truth (or something like it).👉 Like, follow, subscribe: Instagram: @pullmylegpodcastYouTube: @pullmylegpodcastWeb: www.PullMyLegPodcast.com#PullMyLegPodcast #ImprovComedy #TacoTuesday #FakeExperts #AbsurdComedy

On today’s episode, we welcome the incomparable Jimmy LaFeef from the prestigious-sounding (and totally real) Center of Bodily Studies. A self-proclaimed Head-to-Toeologist and official Body Promoter, Jimmy spends his days touring Georgia’s middle schools, thrilling students with the wonders of anatomy — a subject he calls “equal parts miracle and mystery meat.”By night, Jimmy continues his research into every organ, system, and smell our bodies produce. Between his love of swimming, competitive baking, and attending over 200 New Kids on the Block concerts, Jimmy somehow finds time to answer life’s most pressing biological questions — whether you want the answers or not.👉 Join the conversation: Instagram: @pullmylegpodcast YouTube: @pullmylegpodcast#PullMyLegPodcast #ImprovComedy #ComedyPodcast #FakeExperts #AbsurdComedy #HumanBody #MadeUpScience #HeadToToeology #BodyPromoter #TotallyRealInstitute #PodcastHumor #EducationalNonsense #ComedyInterview #PullMyLegScience

Meet Your Hosts: Mark & Miles – The Legends Behind the MicOn this very special episode of Pull My Leg, the spotlight finally turns where it belongs—on your hosts, Mark and Miles. By overwhelming demand (and several suspiciously similar fan letters), they open up about their humble beginnings, questionable teenage years, and winding journey to podcast greatness.And if that’s not enough, Mark’s mom stops by for an unforgettable interview that will leave you wondering why she doesn’t host the show instead.👉 Join the conversation: Instagram: @pullmylegpodcast YouTube: @pullmylegpodcast#PullMyLegPodcast #ImprovComedy #ComedyPodcast #MeetTheHosts #PodcastHumor #FakeExperts #AbsurdComedy

Meet Dr. Petunia Halloway — Professional Nighttime Narrator, Amateur Creepologist, and part-time menace to baristas everywhere. From the haunting origins of “Rock-a-Bye Baby” (spoiler: that cradle was never OSHA-approved) to the questionable life choices of Mother Goose, Dr. Halloway pulls back the nursery curtain to reveal the dark underbelly of children’s songs and stories.Raised by shadow puppeteers and armed with a PhD in Subtle Terror in Nursery Rhymes, she’s here to prove that bedtime has always been just a little terrifying.👉 If you’ve ever wondered whether lullabies were written to comfort kids or just quietly spook them into obedience, this episode of Pull My Leg is for you.Instagram: @pullmylegpodcastYouTube: @pullmylegpodcast#PullMyLegPodcast #ImprovComedy #ComedyPodcast #FakeExperts #CreepyLullabies #MadeUpHistory #AbsurdComedy

The history and future of Bubble Wrap — #PullMyLegPodcast #ImprovComedy #PackagingHistoryMeet Bernice Hargrove — tactile packaging historian, survivor of a childhood haunted by duct tape, and sworn nemesis of a rival bubble wrap baron. From Skagway to Vassar (wherever that is), Bernice has made packaging her life’s work. She’s even consulting with NASA on a classified project to bubble wrap the moon — for “safety reasons,” of course.In this episode, Bernice unpacks it all: childhood trauma, her industry rivalry, and a freestyle rap performance that can only be described as… deranged glee.If you’ve ever torn open a box and felt joy, regret, or static cling, this is the Pull My Leg episode you can’t miss.👉 Join the conversation: Instagram: @pullmylegpodcast YouTube: @pullmylegpodcast#PullMyLegPodcast #ImprovComedy #ComedyPodcast #ParodyPodcast #FakeExperts #AbsurdComedy #PackagingHistory #BubbleWrapLore #MadeUpHistory

Meet Dr. Reginald “Hanzy” Hanzo — the world’s foremost authority on competitive hand gestures and the undisputed historian of Rock, Paper, Scissors. Sure, he can outplay anyone, but his real legacy? Advising the United Nations on whether global disputes should be settled best-of-three or best-of-five.If you’ve ever thrown down a game of RPS, this is the episode of Pull My Leg you can’t miss.👉 Join the conversation:Instagram: @pullmylegpodcastYouTube: @pullmylegpodcast#PullMyLegPodcast #ImprovComedy #ComedyPodcast #RockPaperScissors #ParodyPodcast #MadeUpHistory #FakeExperts #AbsurdComedy

Swiss cheese has mystified humans for generations.  But there has always been one question that remains a mystery - how did swiss cheese get its holes?  On this episode of Pull My Leg, Mark and Miles talk with Dr, Alonzo Montclair, Vice Chair of Dairy Anomalies with the Federation of Cheese Farmers. Dr. Montclair brings his expertise and passion for cheese to this week’s episode.  Thanks for listening and be sure to join the conversation on Instagram @pullmylegpodcast and YouTube @pullmylegpodcast.