Discussing Nothing

Discussing Nothing

Want to know the answer to some of life's biggest questions? Well move along, you won't find them here. Join the YouMore team for Discussing Nothing: where the one thing we don't do is discuss life's big questions. Inspired by the random, stupid thoughts that pop into our heads throughout the week, this podcast is all about getting to the bottom of the pointless questions we ask ourselves. Sound like your bag? Then come and dip your toes in our pool of pointless knowledge.

Episodes

June 20, 2025 21 mins
Ross, Aalyn and Alex tackle one of the most important food debates of our time: the top 5 ways to eat potatoes.

Alex makes a bold play with curly fries and a shout for McDonald’s hash browns (and yes—he calls lattice fries “cross cuts” like it’s normal). Aalyn keeps it classy with buttery smash and crispy wedges. Ross? He’s staying true to his Scottish roots with tattie scones and… just chips. Classic.

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Emma and Ben go head-to-head in the battle of the worst thing beginning with D and this one gets weird. Ben feels spooky and nominates demons, arguing they represent all things haunting and evil (even if they may or may not exist). Emma, on the other hand, goes for a very real, very daily struggle: doing the dishes. But here’s the twist... Ross is the judge, and doing the dishes is actually his favourite chore. Are demons just misu...
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This week on Discussing Nothing, Liam and Kelvin battle it out over the best thing beginning with ‘I’—and it’s a showdown of suits vs. six legs.

Liam makes a strong case for Iron Man—the genius billionaire playboy philanthropist who built a suit of armour in a cave... with a box of scraps! He's stylish, selfless, and saves the world on the side. What more could you want?

elvin, meanwhile, champions insects—nature’s tiny unsung heroes...
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In this episode of Discussing Nothing, Emma and Kelvin reveal their top 5 worst things to stand on—physically, emotionally, and spiritually. From black ice and crushed snails to the heartbreak of stepping on your dog’s paw, they cover the full spectrum of pain and guilt.

Kelvin shares his sneaky frustrations with creaky floorboards and rogue forest sticks (great for ruining stealth missions or sneaking home after a night out).
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April 25, 2025 16 mins
It’s time to get your snack on. In this episode of Discussing Nothing, Emma and Liam reveal their Top 5 Girl Dinners—those chaotic yet iconic meals that live somewhere between a picky tea and a fridge raid.

Emma (a certified girl) brings her expert-level girl dinner game to the table, while Liam does his best to channel his inner feminine snacker—with a little help from fellow women. From crisp plates to leftover mash-ups, nothing i...
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April 11, 2025 20 mins
In this cracking episode of Discussing Nothing, Liam, Ross, and Aalyn share their top 5 ways to eat eggs. From Liam hating those fancy Instagram poached eggs to his love for shakshuka, Ross talking about his obsession with scotch eggs at the cinema, and Aalyn’s passion for eggs benedict. They even debate the special egg used in McMuffins. It’s a scrambled mess of egg talk and a lot of laughs! Don’t miss it!
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Ever wondered which cartoon character would be your absolute worst roommate? Emma, Kelvin, and Ross dive into this nightmare scenario with some questionable picks. 

Emma is certain Patrick Star would turn her house into a smelly disaster zone, while Kelvin thinks living with Homer Simpson might actually get him killed (but hey, at least there’d be beers). And Ross? He’s got a personal vendetta against Jerry from Tom & Jerry. 

Wou...
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March 14, 2025 18 mins
Kelvin, Ross, and Liam go global in this culinary showdown, ranking their top 5 cuisines from around the world! 

From hearty British pies to sizzling Mexican nachos, this episode is a cultural melting pot of flavours and chaos. But what makes a cuisine truly great? Can Greek gyros beat Japanese teppanyaki? Will Thai curries take the crown, or is it all about Chinese takeaway classics? 

Tune in to find out—and maybe grab a snack becau...
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February 28, 2025 12 mins
What’s the worst thing starting with the letter C? Ben and Liam face off with their choices, and Ross has the final say on which gets banished forever. Ben makes a case against creepy clowns (and who can blame him?), while Liam dives into corruption on every level—political, moral, and personal.
It’s clowns vs. corruption in this battle of the C-words.
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February 14, 2025 12 mins
The ultimate transportation showdown is here! Bikes vs. Cars. Ben, the office cycling fanatic, takes on Emma, the queen of road rage, in a fiery debate about bikes versus cars.

From environmental impact to convenience (and those cyclists who move slower than molasses), they hash out the big issues while Ross does his best to mediate. Who wins? Let’s just say things get wheely intense.
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January 31, 2025 17 mins
The toast showdown you didn’t know you needed! Aalyn, Ross, and Emma go head-to-head with their top five toast toppings. From Nutella and peanut butter to the divisive vegemite, we cover the full spectrum of savoury, sweet, and straight-up controversial. Who has the best list? Who should never be allowed near a toaster again? 

Plus, Emma’s surprising number 3 choice comes with an unexpected sound effect that leaves everyone in stitc...
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January 17, 2025 14 mins
In this episode of Discussing Nothing, Ross is joined by Liam and Emma for a heated debate over the best thing starting with "H."

Liam saddles up with horse, making his case for humanity’s second-best friend. From their role in agriculture to their cultural significance, he’s galloping straight for the win.

Emma, on the other hand, takes us to church (literally) with Hozier. Describing him as the songbird of our generation, she argue...
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January 3, 2025 11 mins
We're back with another alphabetical showdown! Join us for this episode of your favourite podcast as we discuss the incredibly important topic - what is the worst thing in the whole world beginning with the letter B?

Discussing Nothing creator Jordan is back for another guest appearance today as he puts forth his arguments about why he believes bombs are the worst thing on planet Earth beginning with B. On the opposition, Liam uses ...
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December 20, 2024 20 mins
Welcome to the Christmas Special of Discussing Nothing! Ross, Aalyn, and Jordan are gearing up for the holiday season by ranking the top 5 main course items for a Christmas dinner.

But don’t expect a smooth ride—things get spicy when the classic turkey comes under fire. Is it time to swap it out for gammon? And then there's Skirlie... what even is that, and why is it so important? Oh, and don't get us started on whether Yorkshire pu...
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December 6, 2024 13 mins
This week, Ben makes his debut on Discussing Nothing, joining Kelvin and Ross to settle a truly life-altering debate: which two carbs would they choose to live with forever? Bread, rice, pasta, or potatoes—who reigns supreme?

Prepare for some hot takes and deep discussions, including; Is there actually a healthy way to eat potatoes? The geopolitical importance of rice and would Scottish chippies even survive without tatties?!

It’s ca...
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November 22, 2024 19 mins
This week, Kelvin, Ross, and Emma are serving up their steaming hot lists of the top 5 soups to find out who’s got the ultimate taste in broth-based cuisine. 

Expect some questionable choices, like Kelvin’s undying love for miso soup (or as Ross calls it, bathwater), a heated debate over whether ramen even counts as soup, and the mystery of Kelvin’s Gran’s turkey and parmesan soup—iconic or cursed?

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November 8, 2024 16 mins
In this episode of Discussing Nothing, Aalyn and Liam face off to decide which three modern items they’d bring back to caveman times!

From health books on botany and pocket knives to a deck of cards and guitars, they’re ready to impress (or confuse) the prehistoric crowd.Who will win over the ultimate judge—our resident Scottish chief caveman, Ross? Will it be practical survival tools or pure entertainment that claims the victory?

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October 25, 2024 17 mins
In this episode of Discussing Nothing, Alex, Liam, and Ross dive into the thrilling world of... household chores!

That's right, we're ranking the top 3 chores that actually get them excited. From vacuuming to tidying up, these guys find joy in the unexpected.

We also uncover some shocking revelations, like Ross admitting he doesn’t make his bed in the morning—could this be why his life’s in shambles? Meanwhile, Liam sparks a debate o...
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October 11, 2024 22 mins
In this episode of Discussing Nothing, Alex, Emma, and Ross dive into the ultimate nostalgia trip: ranking their top 3 childhood playground games! 

Expect heated debates and hilarious tangents as they cover some very pressing topics, like Alex's lifelong gripe with hoodies, Emma's undeniable P7 energy, and some classic throwbacks to their schoolyard glory days.

From toilet tag to cuppy, no game is left unplayed!
It's a fun-filled epis...
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September 27, 2024 17 mins
Discussing Nothing is BACK for Season 3, and we're kicking things off with a hilarious episode: Seducing Kelvin!

In this episode, Emma and Liam go head-to-head, each trying to woo Kelvin with their ideal date. Emma opts for the classic romantic vibe, with a scenic countryside drive, lunch in a park, fancy restaurant dining, and... a stop to visit her parents' dog?

Meanwhile, Liam cranks it up a notch with an epic, outlandish dream da...
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