What Are We Talking About?

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What Are We Talking About?

We don't know what we're talking about until you do. Join entertainment industry vets Ben Raab, Mitch Graham and Paul Davidson weekly as they pull one of their own mystery topics from the popcorn bowl and improv their way through an episode together and sometimes with the help of surprise special guests. Come for the "seat of their pants" discussion and stay for this hilarious show covering everything from pop culture and family to their own left of center idiosyncratic obsessions.Listen every Monday wherever you get your podcasts, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon, Audible, iHeart Radio and more.Find us on Instagram at http://www.instagram.com/wawtacastFind us on Twitter/X at http://www.twitter.com/wawtacastSubmit your own mystery topic for a show at [email protected]

  1. 79

    Episode 302 - Matcha

    Mitch isn't responding to texts fast enough. Or e-mails. Paul discusses the Matcha Incident of 2025. Very few solutions are discussed.

  2. 78

    Episode 301 - Back in the Saddle

    After a two month hiatus, the boys are back with the premiere of their exciting, brand-new Season 3. There is reminiscing, bilingual banter and a discussion of a topic that will share everyone to their core. Check out Ben & Paul's new game Best Concert Ever at https://www.bestconcertevergame.com.

  3. 77

    The Self-Absorbed All-Nighter (7:00am)

    The guys wrap up The All-Nighter with their final thirteenth episode of the evening by bringing on psychiatrist Dr. Michael McGee to, once and for all, determine if the guys are self-absorbed. Then sleep. Lots of sleep. The boys WILL BE BACK for Season Three in April 2025.

  4. 76

    The All-Nighter T-Shirt Debate (6:00am)

    The sun has risen. The guys are still awake. What better time to discuss whether or not Ben is allowed to wear graphic tees to professional, career-minded events? Plus, de rigueur.

  5. 75

    The All-Nighter Cognitive Test (5:00am)

    Paul performs a cognitive test on Ben and Mitch to determine if sleep deprivation is having a negative effect on them. Math tests. Animal lists. Gibbons and vampires, oh my.

  6. 74

    The All-Nighter Playlist (4:00am)

    Ben gets out his music playlist for an idea he didn't come up with himself. Mitch is fading fast. Paul tries to keep it all together.

  7. 73

    The All-Nighter: Swedish Edition (3:00am)

    It's getting late. Or early. The fatigue sets in as the guys interview Susanne Andersson, the CEO of Sweden's Visit Sweden/Board of Tourism to determine just why Sweden loves the podcast so damn much.

  8. 72

    The All-Nighter Off The Rails (2:00am)

    Fatigue sets in. Mitch slurs his speech. And the guys look forward into 2025 in an attempt to reset their life expectations.

  9. 71

    The All-Nighter ASMR Episode (1:00am)

    The hour grows late. The guys have yet to sleep. But they continue on for the sake of the audience. Plus, running.

  10. 70

    The All-Nighter Explicit Content Episode (12:00am)

    The All-Nighter crosses the Midnight hour and Ben starts doing an awful lot of picking.

  11. 69

    The All-Nighter Speed Round (11:00pm)

    Back from their mobile episode, the guys sit down and settle in for the 11 o'clock hour with yet another edition of the WAWTA-cast Speed Round.

  12. 68

    The All-Nighter Mobile Episode (10:15pm)

    The guys take the All-Nighter on the road, for this all-mobile, all-supermarket extravaganza.

  13. 67

    The All-Nighter Urban Myth (9:30pm)

    The no-sleep, no-food experiment continues as Ben explores urban myths, Mitch explores his hankering for a late night snack, and Paul continues to recover from his near death experience.

  14. 66

    The All-Nighter Death Blow (9:00pm)

    The no-sleep, all-cat, full-cough All-Nighter continues with Ben disrupting a party, Mitch disrupting his own allergies, and Paul coming close to death.

  15. 65

    The All-Nighter Begins (8:20pm)

    A night of no sleep, and thirteen episodes in one evening begins with Ben, Mitch and Paul getting everything going with this 8:20pm episode.

  16. 64

    Re-Release Episode 201: Keith David Keith

    Before the Season Two Finale / All Nighter, revisit the Premiere of the Second Season with this special re-release of the iconic interview with Hollywood celebrities Keith David/David Keith. [Originally released 8/26/24.]

  17. 63

    Episode 226 - The Maneuver

    The guys gear up for the All-Nighter. Nurses are consulted. And Mitch picks Ben in case of an emergency.

  18. 62

    Episode 225 - The One Year Anniversary Special

    The guys reach their one year anniversary. The wives of WAWTAcast take over the show. Things will never be the same.

  19. 61

    Episode 224 - Pistachios

    Ben loves the U.S. Postal Service. Mitch doesn't love artichokes. And Paul questions the work required to eat a pistachio.

  20. 60

    Episode 223 - Sweden

    Mitch still hasn't had his body stretched. Erewhon makes another smoothie. And Sweden enters the conversation.

  21. 59

    Episode 222 - A Moment of Silence

    The guys experience a moment of silence. Ben advocates for charity. And someone puts a ring on Mitch's finger.

  22. 58

    Episode 221 - Jim Bagels of the Cincinnati Burrows

    Mitch talks about sports. Ben and Paul struggle through it. Plus, Wilford Brimley makes a posthumous appearance.

  23. 57

    WAWTA: An Audio Documentary Special

    A special audio documentary look back at 2024, focusing on the origins, laughter, successes and failures of the WAWTA podcast. Hosted by Bill Petersen.

  24. 56

    Episode 220 - The New Year's Episode

    The guys reflect on 2024, their hopes, their dreams, their futures, their successes, their failures and challenge each other to hold their breath the longest.

  25. 55

    Holding Their Breath

    The guys hold their breath. Coming 12/30.

  26. 54

    Episode 219 - The Holiday Episode

    Our first annual holiday episode brings good cheer, good tidings and not-so-good cheese. Plus, Ben gives gifts and Mitch gets one that he will never forget.

  27. 53

    Episode 218 - Scratch Back, Inc.

    Ben uncovers true evil. Mitch is full of maybes. And Paul comes up with a business concept that no one seems interested in.

  28. 52

    Episode 217 - The Greatest American William Katt

    The guys welcome pop culture legend William Katt (The Greatest American Hero, Carrie, Big Wednesday, House) to the show to discuss his storied career, superheroes, that time he auditioned for Star Wars, who he loves and hates in Hollywood and...yes...what he thinks of Ziploc bags. Plus, Paul's dream of finally meeting him comes true.

  29. 51

    Believe It or Not

    Coming Monday, December 9th -- the guys sit down with none other than pop culture legend, William Katt (The Greatest American Hero, Carrie, Big Wednesday).

  30. 50

    Episode 216 - Three Self Absorbed Guys

    The guys react to feedback. Then, the reveal a surprise upcoming guest that will have you walking on air and feeling free. Plus, burritos, sourdough bread bowls and chicken cordon bleu.

  31. 49

    Episode 215 - Offering Thanks

    The guys give thanks to strangers. Ben worships dogs. And indoor plumbing becomes the one topic that divides Ben, Mitch and Paul in a dramatic Thanksgiving Day debate.

  32. 48

    Episode 214 - Rotten Milk, Rotten Clues

    Cashews rule the day. Chocolate has a percentage. Milk goes bad. And the format of the show is completely thrown out due to familial feedback.

  33. 47

    Episode 213 - Two Truths and a Lie

    Mitch tells two truths and a lie. Paul tells two truths and a lie. Ben doesn't follow the rules. Also, they guys take a turn that could be illegal.

  34. 46

    Episode 212 - Five for Ten

    Paul gets Ben coffee. The guys want validation. And quarters are being stolen from cars and Mitch doesn't even care.

  35. 45

    Episode 211 - Our Non-Political Unpartisan Voting Week Episode

    The guys talk about the future, missing teeth, eye patches and the ultimate question all cogs in the wheel must ask themselves. Also: VOTE VOTE VOTE.

  36. 44

    Episode 210 - The 2nd Annual What-a Speed Round

    An exciting return to the fertile grounds of The What-a Speed Round brings dozens of blazingly-fast topics from the mysterious bowl for all to enjoy.

  37. 43

    Episode 209 - The Surprise

    Paul and Mitch surprise Ben. Ben is surprised, but not really. Plus, three topics come out of the bowl and each one has ulterior motives.

  38. 42

    Episode 208 - From Beyond

    After threatening to make it happen for weeks, the guys bring International celebrity psychic medium Colby Rebel to the show, contacting their loved ones from beyond.

  39. 41

    Episode 207 - Things Get Emotional

    There is emotional piano music for Paul. There is emotional piano music for Ben. There is also emotional piano music for Mitch. Then, an emotional master class discussion on just what an actor playing a detective might say when it was time to leave, sans piano music.

  40. 40

    Episode 206 - Airport Pad Mode

    Mitch changes his mind. Paul says Ben's wrongs actually now make a right. And a fictitious term that makes no logical sense becomes the centerpiece of a spirited risk assessment discussion.

  41. 39

    Episode 205 - Two Ply

    The age old question takes attention away from the "other" bowl. Plus, the boys go back and forth, up and down and round-and-round about a topic that makes no one green with envy.

  42. 38

    Episode 204 - De Minimis Mitch

    New listeners get their own glossary of terms, and Ben explains it all. Plus, BMWs, Elmo, bedtime stories and the personification of the road.

  43. 37

    Episode 203 - Reflections on the Highway of Life

    Two touching stories of familial connection. One not-so touching story of pure industrial curiosity. Also, Ben makes a drastic health decision that will have far reaching consequences.

  44. 36

    Episode 202 - Not So Gross

    The guys return on the shoulder of giants (or perhaps on the heels of greatness) while people are clearly searching for the guys. Mitch is back, Ben plays guitar and Paul is more than reliable. Plus, someone wants to have coffee with Bob.

  45. 35

    Episode 201 - Keith David Keith

    The Season Two Premiere. Iconic actor Keith David (They Live, The Thing, Armageddon, Rick & Morty) joins iconic actor David Keith (An Officer and a Gentleman, Daredevil, NCIS) for an iconic moment in entertainment history. Plus, the guys accuse audiobook "readers" of something evil and completely inappropriate. Sadly, this episode is NOT sponsored by Athletic Greens (AG1). Follow us on Instagram (http://www.instagram.com/wawtacast) Follow us on Twitter/X (http://www.twitter.com/wawtacast) E-mail us at [email protected]

  46. 34

    Bonus Clip - Toothpicks

    In honor of our epic Season 2 premiere, we present a classic flashback to a hilarious moment from Episode 119 ("Lean Cuisine") in which Ben and Paul argue about the true nature of toothpicks. Don't forget to tune in to our Season Two Premiere on August 26th, featuring special guest stars and iconic actors Keith David (The Thing, They Live, There's Something About Mary) and David Keith (An Officer and a Gentleman, Lords of Discipline, Daredevil) for the first time ever.

  47. 33

    Bonus Clip - Dead Raccoon Carcass

    In honor of our epic Season 2 premiere, we present a classic flashback to a hilarious moment from Episode 117 ("What-a Speed Round") in which the guys are forced to make a choice between a dead raccoon carcass or a missing limb. Don't forget to tune in to our Season Two Premiere on August 26th, featuring special guest stars and iconic actors Keith David (The Thing, They Live, There's Something About Mary) and David Keith (An Officer and a Gentleman, Lords of Discipline, Daredevil) for the first time ever.

  48. 32

    Bonus Clip - Garbage Eating

    In honor of our epic Season 2 premiere, we present a classic flashback to a hilarious moment from Episode 113 ("Coffee Grounds") in which the guys discuss just what it would take to get them to eat food out of the garbage. Don't forget to tune in to our Season Two Premiere on August 26th, featuring special guest stars and iconic actors Keith David (The Thing, They Live, There's Something About Mary) and David Keith (An Officer and a Gentleman, Lords of Discipline, Daredevil) for the first time ever.

  49. 31

    Bonus Clip - Grilled Cheese

    In honor of our epic Season 2 premiere, we present a classic flashback to a hilarious moment from Episode 111 ("A Significant Security Risk") in which the topic no one seems to remember putting into the bowl just happens to be "Grilled Cheese". Don't forget to tune in to our Season Two Premiere on August 26th, featuring special guest stars and iconic actors Keith David (The Thing, They Live, There's Something About Mary) and David Keith (An Officer and a Gentleman, Lords of Discipline, Daredevil) for the first time ever.

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    Bonus Clip - Baby Boy Ben

    In honor of our epic Season 2 premiere, we present a classic flashback to a hilarious moment from Episode 110 ("Tenth Anniversary Special") in which Ben recounts the childhood memory that tickles Mitch the most -- the day he was kidnapped by his babysitter. Don't forget to tune in to our Season Two Premiere on August 26th, featuring special guest stars and iconic actors Keith David (The Thing, They Live, There's Something About Mary) and David Keith (An Officer and a Gentleman, Lords of Discipline, Daredevil) for the first time ever.

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

We don't know what we're talking about until you do. Join entertainment industry vets Ben Raab, Mitch Graham and Paul Davidson weekly as they pull one of their own mystery topics from the popcorn bowl and improv their way through an episode together and sometimes with the help of surprise special guests. Come for the "seat of their pants" discussion and stay for this hilarious show covering everything from pop culture and family to their own left of center idiosyncratic obsessions.Listen every Monday wherever you get your podcasts, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon, Audible, iHeart Radio and more.Find us on Instagram at http://www.instagram.com/wawtacastFind us on Twitter/X at http://www.twitter.com/wawtacastSubmit your own mystery topic for a show at [email protected]

HOSTED BY

Ben Raab, Mitch Graham, Paul Davidson

Produced by WAWTA LLC

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