It’s All Wrong
Don’t get me wrong. I know you’ve got your own ideas about stuff, but I’ve got to get something off my chest. Humorous and nuanced opinions on politics, religion, sports, culture and anything else we can’t talk about in polite company. The show is hosted by Tim, a guy with a famous wealth of useless information and the intense burden of having to form an opinion on EVERYTHING. Someone is always wrong on the internet and it’s probably me.
Is it Magic
The Lovely Wendy makes a special appearance on the podcast to help me sort out what’s the best thing to say to kids about Santa Read More
Doofus Pirate Shipwreck
A couple of idiots plan to conquer Haiti, a dastardly a war crime and conspiracy that could only take place in Delaware. Here is a Read More
Growing Rift
The signs of a growing rift in the movement are obvious. Exactly how much antisemitism is allowable? Plus I take a well-deserved opportunity to say Read More
Eye on the Anti-Christ
There are a couple of different options floating around about people who might be the Anti-Christ. I break down the speculation and the fear. I’m Read More
Frog Out of the Box
Governor Gavin Newsom and the State of California are on the war path against President Trump. If voters need to be thrown under the bus Read More
The Four of Clubs
How magic can help us overcome cynicism and our jaded legacy. I dive in behind the scenes of a magic act with magician Danny Ray. Read More
Charlie’s Legacy
What can the government truly do about hate speech and why you should have your ears peeled every time they talk about it. Plus I Read More
Winners and Losers
We’re picking winners and losers, but are we qualified? Plus I’ve got a rule about amusement park behavior that really should be my lasting legacy.
Down with the Ship
I challenge the notion that I’m willing to ignore the evidence that J6 was a setup and nothing really happened of any concern. I also Read More
Look at the Shoes
Almost 20 years ago I was a guest on a major Los Angeles morning show to rant about a new policy the TSA was enacting Read More
The Truly Evil Artist
Should we cancel an artist and all of his work when we discover that he’s a scoundrel? What if he’s something worse and the best Read More
Crying Foul
The harrowing tale of an errant fly ball has The Lovely Wendy ready to fire off a rant. Plus I talk about a pair or demon haunted teenage girls that changed the world and the people who welcome the apocalypse for all the wrong reasons.
Sinning with Empathy
Matt Mikalatos joins me to talk about whether or not empathy is a sin and why people are so down on empathy lately. I also Read More
Field of Schemes
Why do we love baseball so much and why are we so quick to forgive even when someone isn’t asking for forgiveness? The two things Read More
It’s Official
What counts as official knowledge? How do we find it and who do we trust to deliver it? It’s become my belief that this is the largest area of political and cultural polarization in Western culture. I also tell the story of a true hero on the freeways of Los Angeles.
Garden of Spite
A listener asks why California’s minimum wage is higher for fast food workers than for other type of work and that allows me to give Read More
Deep Cover Tourism
I dive deep into some cutting edge research on the origins of the Book of Mormon. If you’re interested to hear more about the contributions Read More
Bad Judge, Woke Chili
How come no one whistles anymore? Think about it, when was the last time you heard someone whistle, much less while they worked? I dive Read More
Is It Our Turn?
Based on a listener recommendation I review a book with a bold prediction for the future. Does the past tell us what’s about to happen? Read More
Ukraine Matters to US
We witnessed a major inflection point in American history this past week. I’m here to break it down and explain why Ukraine matters to the United States. I also explore a plot to defraud Christians of their religious liberty through Bigfoot and explain why you don’t want to shake hands with Pete Hegseth or eat raw chicken.
Pardon My Musk
Tim discusses the long history and personal impact of ‘Saturday Night Live’ (SNL), its cast members, and memorable sketches. He then transitions into a critique Read More
Buzz Words
In this episode of The Wrong Podcast, Tim discusses various subjects such as a humorous personal story involving a bee in a woman’s hair while Read More
Flaming Blame Game
In this episode of ‘The Wrong Podcast,’ Tim discusses a range of contentious topics, from politics and religion to sports and culture. He starts with Read More
Don’t Snuggle the Orphans
There’s one rule I want you to follow if you ever visit an orphanage: Don’t Snuggle the Orphans. I explain why this loving act can Read More
It’s all Zombies
Everything is a zombie movie right now. Not just in entertainment but in real life, and that’s not a coincidence. Plus, I go through the top five news stories of 2024. You’re going to hate my list!
Father of the Brine
Come meet my new co-host! We talk through a new approach that doesn’t feel radical environmentalism is enough and suggests an even more extreme method Read More
Something Wicked
I think there’s a big reason most fans of “Wicked” should actually hate it. Plus I talk about the strangest “allergy” I’ve ever heard of. Listen here as an astronaut talks about the chaos of space on The Bible Project.
Eating Crow
A lot of people have some crow to eat after the Presidential election. I’m among them. Listen in as I talk street tacos, fruit salad, and my reactions to Donald’s Trump second election victory.
Gloves Off
I have REALLY got to get some stuff off my chest about the 2024 election. I take the gloves off on some arguments being made Read More
How Rude
The rules can be difficult to follow but simultaneously so important if you want to get ahead. How good manners can be used for exactly the opposite of what they’re intended for. Plus a clear lesson on why you shouldn’t feed the animals.
Audacious
The sheer audacity has to be respected. Plus, I dive into the disappearance of a popular brand mascot.
I mention an interview with Francis Collins where he discusses what he did wrong during the pandemic. You can listen to it here. Credit to David Mitchell for his rant on forts.
Pious Fraud
I don’t know if you know this, but Japan is a foreign country. I talk about my greatest fear and the worst thing I’ve ever smelled in my life. I also dive into several examples of pious fraud including Anthony Fauci and Al Sharpton.
Back Stabbing Flip-Flops
A candidate reverses course and the knives come out for anyone who has a problem with it. Plus I talk about the ethics or citizen journalism and what could be the most important decision of your lifetime.
It’s a Nasty Divorce
Have you ever seen a really nasty divorce? Well you have now. I explain the analogy and a terrible thing a celebrity accidentally jumped in on.
The Jackhole Paradox
It’s the gaslighting. The gaslighting is driving me crazy. It drove me to name the behavior “The Jackhole Paradox”. I explain in reference to the Read More
A Conspiracy of Cats
History is changed but not as changed as it could have been by less than an inch. Was it luck or something more? I think Read More
The Ides of July
If Donald Trump is an existential threat to our country it’s time Joe Biden and the Democratic Party act like it. I have no reason Read More
Episode 114 – Root Beer Float Religion
A lot of people prefer a fake root beer float kind of religion. I talk about Louisiana’s latest push to install the Ten Commandments into Read More
Episode 113 – Our Present Darkness
Is there a reason for a sudden spike in interest in demonic influence? I discuss some strange places where I’m seeing people take the real Read More
Episode 112 – Not My Kid
Everyone believes their kid is the exception. But it’s simply not true. Sugar doesn’t make kids hyper. Kids for sure get hyper, but it’s not Read More
Episode 111 – Citizen’s Arrest
Save yourself! They’re sting crazy! A wild story of police misconduct leaves me incredulous and it probably will do the same to you. Plus, what happened to all the bees?
Episode 110 – Joe’s Folly
There’s one thing that could spell certain doom for Joe Biden in his hopes to gain reelection. Bill Clinton has some advice for him on Read More
Episode 109 – Finely Tuned Machine
There’s a reason the ice cream machine at McDonald’s is always broken. I explain exactly what’s happening every time you’re denied the creamy goodness of Read More
Episode 108 – Total Eclipse of the Chard
A total solar eclipse isn’t just a rare event for humans. It’s a rare event in the universe. It allows us in to some unique Read More
Episode 107 – Frozen Florida Man Lawyer
Listeners take me to task for opinions on the use of medical technologies in my last episode. I respond to their questions and clarify some of the key issues. I also praise the creation of the Florida Man Games and wonder how no one knew anything about the biggest secret in sports.
Episode 106 – Mayoral Marmot Murder
I hit the ground running with the terrible story of how a mayor murdered a marmot and quickly divert to the Alabama Supreme Court ruling that human embryos are humans and what I expect might happen with the Apple Vision Pro technology.
Episode 105 – Falling into Tribal Traps
I dive into the tribal instincts that live inside all of us that have a good basis, but when embraced can hurt us and those closest to us. I also give a great example of the Socratic method.
Bonus – Bad Blood for the NFL
A special Swiftie bonus. The Superbowl is quickly upon us and you need me to clear up the biggest controversy; should we see Taylor Swift cheering for her boyfriend?
Episode 104 – Pay It Forward
It what might be my most controversial opinion, I take on “pay it forward” strings in drive thru lines. I also reminisce on my favorite urban legends and bemoan their evolution into something more sinister.
Episode 103 – The Beauty of Discovery
Did you know beauty plays a role in scientific discovery. I heard Nobel Laureate Frank Wilczek talking about how he uses beauty in his in his work as an astrophysicist. I talk about what he’s discovered and what I think it means.
Episode 102 – Not How This Works
Can anyone really say what caused the Civil War or who should be on the ballot? Things have somehow gotten complicated, but don’t worry, I’m Read More
Episode 101 – You Can’t Say That
What offensive things can you say at an elite university? Several university administrators are called to answer that question and it doesn’t go well. I Read More
Episode 100 – Live Recording
The podcast hits a big milestone in this episode. I invited an audience to a special studio for the recording of this episode. It features Read More
Episode 99 – Inside the Dome
There’s a hidden history about the Dome of the Rock that will blow your mind. Come for the general education, stay for graduate school. I Read More
Episode 98 – The Privileged Lie
The elite tell the poor a lie that keeps them in poverty. If you want to fix inequality you have to correct the lie. I tackle that issue and revel in a strongly worded letter.
Episode 97 – The Fog of Everything
The Israeli-Palestinian conflict has been a longstanding and deeply rooted issue in the Middle East. It’s a topic that has captured the world’s attention for Read More
Episode 96 – Chaos and Clutter
A political trend is sweeping the nation and I hate it. I take up the difficult task of defining it and pointing out it’s glaring weaknesses. Plus I talk about a personal weakness that always gets me in trouble and discuss why AI isn’t stealing anyone’s artwork any more than any other artist.
Episode 95 – Bridging the Gap to Godhood
There is a great deal that separates Mormonism from historical Christianity. I attempt to bridge the divide on the most important issue separating the two Read More
Episode 94 – Deceptive Bears
I have just ONE question for supporters of Joe Biden and it’s inspired by the ONE question I have for anyone planning on voting for Donald Trump. But before I get to any of that I am consumed by way TOO many questions about a gun shooting in Chicago. You should also watch out for bears.
Episode 93 – Too Tired for Bed
I clarify some song lyrics and fix the marketing efforts of a major brand all on the path to explaining why Diane Feinstein loves Mormonism.
Episode 92 – Sparkle Nation
A disturbing trend has the power to destroy our nation and weaken Christianity. Plus a woman in a unique situation has a strange answer to prayer and a subculture that defies explanation.
Episode 91 – The Sound of Money
Some stories are too good to be false. A get rich quick scheme that we’ve all considered backfires. A politician confesses their sins in the strangest way possible. And a grift off of one of the worst things happening in our world today.
Episode 90 – The Wrong Politics
In an era of politics defined by personal style and attitude I lay down my own political manifesto. But first I dive into the wildest political debate in recent years and my quick reactions to the recent Supreme Court rulings.
Episode 89 – Don’t Be Stupid
The events of the recent and distant past teach us one consistent lesson. I dive into the impulse that caused massive mistakes at CNN, Fox News and the Austrian-Hungarian Empire. Plus I share my experience of flying on Spirit Airlines.
Episode 88 – That’s Definitionally Woke
Some say it’s impossible to define Woke Ideology. I take on the task and tell you what’s good about it and what’s bad about it. Plus I pose two questions that have got me flummoxed; what to do with a million pennies and how to spend a billion dollars.
Episode 87 – Take Me Out
“Honor the trolls or bear the consequences.” It seems like a deal worth taking but that’s apparently not the case. In this episode I push back on the terms of the culture war itself. It seems the only path forward is a reinstatement of taboos. I also talk about the latest smuggling craze in Israel and legal follies in the age of Artificial Intelligence.
Episode 86 – The Reluctant Death of Me
Self indulgent in every way. How many of cups of coffee will kill you? I make the case and present the evidence that reluctant Trump voters should no longer remain reluctant. For those voters concerned about Woke ideology and the agenda of the Left, the choice has been made.
Episode 85 – Ooh, Snap
I explore the implications of legalized polygamy with a look at the past and the most important figures in the practice of plural marriage in America. Things might get awkward. I also talk about goats and pasta.
Episode 84 – Working On It
A Twitter account brought a new wrinkle to the Christian debate on the role of faith and works. And speaking of Twitter, Elon Musk brought a new wrinkle to social media. Plus a clarification about Muhammad Ali and a rant I’ve been dying to deliver.
Episode 83 – The Shame on You
Alexander Hamilton and professional wrestlers have a lot in common in the worst sorts of ways. I dive into the similarities and how they impact cultures around the world. I also give you good way to start a fight at a UFO convention and pass on a very important life lesson.
Episode 82 – Don’t Bank on It
The high profile disgrace of Sam Bankman-Fried evokes a lesser known story from Joseph Smith’s history and a striking comparison between the two individuals. Plus Read More
Episode 81 – Winsome, Lose Some
Ned Flanders can never win a culture war. Are Christians called to be nice or something more? I lean on Matt Walsh to help explore Read More
Episode 80 – Purely Goodness
The quest for purity can have destructive consequences. Have you ever wondered how you ended up on the wrong side of a power struggle? Plus I explore all the brouhaha from The Witches, and lead you on a quest to find a Lego head where you least want to find it. PLUS, I debut a new regular segment.
Episode 79 – Miss Marple and the Mystery of the Black Smoke
In this episode I discuss the seven cultural marks of American Evangelicalism that differ from the theological markers that unite it with Evangelicals around the world. I also explore how the passion to solve a mystery spills into our every day lives. Plus I get into how artificial intelligence has turned the best TV show of all time into the worst TV show of all time.
Episode 78 – The Fault in Our Divorce Laws
Find the recent but complex history of no-fault divorce laws. Also discover the strangest new tradition in New Zealand and the burden that Tim now bears in public.
Episode 77 – Wash Your Brain
Are you looking for a cool new party trick? I discuss the dynamics of brainwashing and mind control. You might have your closest friends eating out of your hand in no time at all.
Episode 76 – Legislate THIS Ezekiel Bulver
I solve the issue of when it’s appropriate to legislate morality. But first, I clear my throat and take some pet peeves to task.
Episode 75 – The Greatest Work of Art of All Time, or Something Similar
Nachos and Nazis have something in common that you should think through the next time you order a bowl of delicious gooey goodness. I discuss how a grocery store can change a culture and what to call artwork created by artificial intelligence.
Episode 74 – Free Will Swifty
What’s the true cost of a Taylor Swift ticket if you can get $4000 for them by scalping them? Is free will an illusion? Is it possible to have free will if God knows the future? And how is it possible that electric cars powered by coal fire power plants are better for the environment?
Episode 73 – The Wrong Designer
Being a graphic designer at times presents some ethical dilemmas. What to do when a client’s project conflicts with my own values. As it so Read More
Episode 72 – Dinosaurs of Biblical Proportion
Are dinosaurs mentioned in the Bible? If no, why not? I dive into the controversy and the mystery of dinosaurs and the Genesis account. Plus I talk about some impending federal indictments against Hunter Biden and Donald Trump.
Episode 71 – No, You’re a Fascist
The accusation of fascism is easily throw around. But what exactly is a Fascist? Is it just anyone on the political Right? Is it just something you know when you see it? I dive into the history of the movement and offer the actual markers of a Fascists. You might be surprised to know you’re just as likely to know a Fascist as you are a Socialist.
Episode 70 – Build it with Bricks
Why did God want to thwart the people of Babel in their quest to build a tower? The question has always hung over me. Well Read More
Episode 69 – Be a Man
Some solid talk on what it takes to be a man beyond a call to display strength and a willingness to fight. I also share a story of a mind-bending genius and what I really hate about politics.
Episode 68 – All or Something
You will never 100% solve the problem of the human heart or of gun violence in America. Does that mean there is nothing that can be done. . .at all? I offer some non-conventional solutions and do my best to fall into the ditches of the gun control debate. I also make the case why your political party is wrong and try to avoid the ghastly death of spontaneous human consumption.
Episode 67 – The Papaya Song
A short and simple parable about a tribe of people who loved their song about papaya to a fault.
Episode 66 – Cancel Them Chicks
Does Cancel Culture even really exist? Or is just a way to blame someone else for your own poor behavior? What’s the difference between criticizing someone and cancelling them? The Dixie Chicks represent a great test case from the ancient past when Twitter didn’t exist.
Episode 65 – Yard of Hypocrites
One of the craziest cult stories comes out of Thailand. Learn some boundaries, people! I also dive into why people want their kids to go to Harvard that has nothing to do with the education and why Harvard is wrong to let it happen. Have you seen “Inventing Anna” on Netflix? I break down why it’s actually good that this happens and what you can actually do about it.
Episode 64 – Accusations are Confessions
Sometimes accusations are confessions. I dive into what that means and what it has to do with Johnny Depp and Amber Heard.
There was a viral post about the difficult reasons why abortion is necessary and why we can’t choose which situations make it necessary. I dive into each of those scenarios and explain why none of them justify the current laws in the United States regarding abortion.
Episode 63 – Democratic Debt March
The Democratic Party is marching toward a significant defeat in the upcoming midterm elections and they’ve found a way to turn that march into a gallop. I explain what’s wrong with their plan to erase student debt, how it doesn’t match their own stated values, and why they’ll lose voters for a generation because of it. You’ll also hear the one reason I wish I lived in New York and some client interactions that have left me scratching my head.
Episode 62 – Florida, Man
Florida continues to find itself in the center of political controversy. Only Florida can be blamed. I break down all the reasons to hate everyone involved in Florida politics. In fact, it’s better stated that I break down in rage at all of the nonsense coming out of Florida. Make sure to find out why birds aren’t real.
Episode 61 – The Wrong Comparison
Our default historical analogy is almost always World War II, but the current situation feels a lot more like World War I. It’s worth figuring Read More
Episode 60 – Sharks Love Ice Cream
The Lovely Wendy joins me to share the (a) secret to our happy marriage and break down the secret life hack to charisma. Plus we explore the weird thing that causes sharks to attack people who have eaten ice cream and what that has to do with cigarettes and Daylight Saving Time.
The Five A’s that we learned from Roger Tirabassi are Appreciate, Affection, Apologize, Ask (what can I do for you?), and Amen (how can I pray for you?)
Episode 59 – A Face for Podcasting
A crazy story about the Unabomber and a mistaken identity leads to a slew of jokes regarding familiar faces, the reason you don’t want Daylight Saving Time to be permanently installed and the two types of creative talent.
Episode 58 – A Paradox of Stability
I’m angry enough to use the word “stupid”. I’ve got hot takes on the war in Ukraine and the MLB lockout.
Episode 57 – Fur-babies and Fundraisers
If you want to hear a rant about school fundraisers this is the time, this is the place, this is the podcast. While we’re at it why not knock down fur-babies, pet parents, and the personal politics of personal pronouns
Episode 56 – The Place the World Ends
Self-checkout is a sign that the Apocalypse is soon up on us. I dive into some end-times speculations and offer my own theory of the Mark of the Beast. I explain why many people think this grassy field is the exact place Jesus will return and where he’ll rule for the Millennium.
Episode 55 – How Whoopi Goldberg and the LDS Church Disagree About Race
Whoopi Goldberg stirred a lot of debate and discussion about the Nazi Holocaust of Jews with comments on The View. I attempt to bring light rather than heat to her confusion about race and the holocaust. This in many ways ties into the previous LDS ban on Black priesthood holders that was not revoked until 1978. I reveal the origins of that policy and what it took to revoke it.