My New Thing with Dan and Zach
Episodes
Calvin Cato - Fighting Games
01 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Hadouken! Watch out for this episode because it's going to kick you in the teeth! Today in the Hobby Hole, Zach and Dan talk to the hilarious Calvin ...
BONUS - Kingpin (1996)
01 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
You kids remember the 90s? Well, even if you don't listen to this! Today on the bonus episode, Zach and Dan watch the 1996 comedy Kingpin because we ...
Sean Donnelly - Skateboarding and JFK
24 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Open your eyes and your ears because we've got all the facts The Man doesn't want you to know! Today in the Hobby Hole, we're joined by our dear frie...
BONUS - Untold: Chess Mates
24 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Checkmate, listeners! We're back with another bonus episode! Today on the show, Zach and Dan discuss the Netflix documentary Untold: Chess Mates. It'...
Dave Ross - Civilization VI
17 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Just...one more...turn! We're back again and can't stop talking about Civilization games! Today in the Hobby Hole, Zach and Dan talk to comedian Dave...
BONUS - Born To Bowl Finale Recap
16 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We're keeping it 300 on this podcast! It's another bonus episode of My New Thing! On today's show, Dan and Zach discuss the finale of HBO's docuserie...
Subhah Agarwal - Comedy
10 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Dying is easy, it's comedy that's hard! On today's episode, we invite actor/comedian/writer Subhah Agarwal (HBO, Netflix, Comedy Central) to talk to ...
BONUS - Born To Bowl, Ep 4 Recap
08 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We keep on rolling along! It's another bonus episode! This week, Dan and Zach continue their deep dive into the world of professional bowling by watc...
Lauren Hope Krass - Thrifting
03 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Going once... going twice... sold to you, dear listener! It's another fun episode of My New Thing! Today in the Hobby Hole, Zach and Dan talk to the ...
BONUS - Born To Bowl, Episodes 1-3
01 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Set 'em up and knock 'em down. Unlike famous bowlers like Daniel Plainview... we're never finished! It's a brand new bonus episode of the show. This ...
Anthony DeVito - Basketball
27 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Shut up and dribble? More like shut up and giggle! It's a new episode of the show! Today in the Hobby Hole, we welcome Anthony DeVito (Colbert, Comed...
BONUS - The Smothers Brothers
25 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We're exercising our First Amendment rights once again by delivering another podcast episode to you! They'll never cancel us!! On today's bonus episo...
Abe Gatling - Chess and David Blaine
20 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Move over, Bobby Fischer! We've got a new chessmaster in the studio! Today, we're joined by the hilarious Abe Gatling (Comedy Central), who tells us ...
BONUS - Oscars Recap and One Battle After Another
16 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
And the award goes to...us! For the best recap of the 2026 Oscars! Zach and Dan continue to explore their obsession with movies and their bodies on t...
Charles Star - Wrestling And Weight Loss
13 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Hop on the scale, and let us tell you a tale... of how we lost all the weight! It's another episode of My New Thing! Today, Zach and Dan talk to Char...
BONUS - 21st Century Oscar Snubs
11 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Roll out the red carpet because we're once again talking about the most important story of this month... The Oscars! This week, Dan leads Zach into t...
Kenice Mobley - Hot Guys!
06 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Man, it's a hot one... this show, that is! The hilarious Kenice Mobley (The Tonight Show, Netflix) joins Zach and Dan to discuss everyone's favorite ...
BONUS - Best Oscar Moments
04 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
First off, I would like to thank the Academy for this bonus episode of My New Thing! Today's episode is a little loose, but it's about one of Zach an...
Marcus Parks - History, Music, The Macabre
28 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Strap in and strap on... it's another episode of My New Thing! Today, we welcome the man of many obsessions, Marcus Parks (from Last Podcast On The L...
BONUS - Traitors Finale Recap
27 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome, faithfuls... to the last Traitors recap! Zach and Dan recap the finale that felt like a foregone conclusion! We had a great time watching th...
Joe Kwaczala - Rock And Roll Hall of Fame
21 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What do we wanna do with our lives? We wanna rock! Today in the Hobby Hole, Zach and Dan talk to comedian, filmmaker, and Rock Hall voter Joe Kwaczal...
BONUS - Traitors, Episode 10 Recap
20 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Let's get busy by getting dizzy. It's another bonus episode of My New Thing! Zach and Dan continue their in-depth analysis of Traitors season 4 on Pe...
Rob Cantrell - Tai Chi
14 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Take a deep breath, and get ready to relax into a brand new episode of the show! Today, Zach and Dan talk to the legendary Rob Cantrell (Marvelous Mr...
BONUS - Traitors Recap, Episode 9
13 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Crank the wheel, and stop the steal... it's another episode of My New Thing! On this bonus episode, Zach and Dan think outside the box while recappin...
Jordan Doll - Warhammer 40,000
07 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
For The Emperor of Mankind... it's another episode of My New Thing! Today in the Hobby Hole, we welcome the very funny and multitalented Jordan Doll ...
BONUS - Traitors Recap, Episode 8
07 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Faithfuls! We're making our best move in this game called life by sticking to our plan to recap another episode of The Traitors! This week, Dan and Z...
Soul Khan - Battle Rap and Happiness
31 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Warm up those vocal chords, and watch out for zombie hordes... it's another episode of My New Thing! Today in the Hobby Hole, we welcome battle rap l...
BONUS - Traitors Recap, Episode 7
30 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome, faithfuls, to the most intense episode yet! Zach and Dan continue their dark journey through reality TV with another funny recap of The Trai...
Molly Ruben-Long - New Dog and New Orleans
23 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
New dog, who dis? We're back with a great episode about pets! Today in the Hobby Hole, we talk to comedian Molly Ruben-Long (Viceland, Just For Laugh...
BONUS - Traitors Recap, Episode 6
23 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Devastating news! We're releasing another bonus episode! Also, a lot of sad and thrilling moments happened on this episode of The Traitors. Zach and ...
BONUS - Traitors Recap, Episodes 4 & 5
17 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Faithfuls! We're back with another recap of The Traitors! This month's round of bonus episodes follows the hit Peacock reality competition/Alan Cummi...
Doug Smith - Plants and Cheryl Ladd Posters
16 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Good morning, angels! It's time for another episode! Today in the Hobby Hole, we talk to comedian Doug Smith (Conan, Comedy Central) about his waning...
BONUS - Recap - The Traitors, Season 4, episodes 1-3
10 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We are here to make friends! A new bonus episode is here! The show we watched was fun, but the recap is...murder! We're talking about the new season...
Isabel Hagen - Screenwriting
09 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Spread your wings, and pluck those strings... it's time for a new episode of My New Thing. Today in the Hobby Lobby, we talk to comedian Isabel Hage...
BONUS - The Celebrity Traitors UK
07 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Secrete yourselves, and listen to this thrilling bonus episode recapping the entirety of the most recent season of The Celebrity Traitors UK! In anti...
Matt McCarthy - VHS Tapes
02 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Be kind, rewind! This is the podcast you'll want to listen to over and over again! Today in the Hobby Hole, we welcome comedian, actor, and viral col...
BONUS - 2025 Recap
31 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's not about the destination, it's about the friends you made parasocially along the way! On this bonus episode of My New Thing, Zach and Dan discu...
Jill Weiner - Vinyl Records
26 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Before you watch the ball drop, listen to this needle drop! We're talking vinyl records! Today in the hobby hole, we welcome the hilarious Jill Weine...
BONUS - Scrooged (1988)
24 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's a Christmas miracle! We're still spitting out episodes! On this week's bonus episode, Zach and Dan continue their fascination with Christmas mov...
Nat Towsen - Holiday Comics
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Set your phasers to "stunned" because we have another nerdy episode for you! Writer and comedian Nat Towsen (The Tonight Show, The Onion) joins us in...
BONUS - It's A Wonderful Life (1946)
17 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Every time you listen to this podcast, an angel gets its wings! Get ready for another bonus episode! Zach and Dan continue their obsession with Chris...
Eli Yudin - Cartooning
12 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This one is bound to put some lead in your pencil! Zach and Dan talk to the hilarious comedian/podcaster/artist Eli Yudin (What A Time To Be Alive, ...
BONUS - Jingle All The Way (1996)
10 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Christmas came early and so did we! It's time for another bonus episode! Zach and Dan are spending this month getting into the holiday mood by seeing...
Brandt Andersen - I Was A Stranger
05 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Break out the popcorn because Zach and Dan are all buttered up and ready to go back to the movies! Today on the show, we talk to activist and directo...
Bonus - Squid Game: The Challenge Finale!
03 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
All the lights are green, so hang on to your spleen... it's another bonus episode! This episode is brought to you by Quince! Go to quince.co...
Danny Solomon - Professional Cooking
28 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Yes, Chef! We have another episode for you! Right when you thought cooking for Thanksgiving was over, we're coming at you with a very funny and very ...
BONUS - Squid Game: The Challenge, eps 4-7
26 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Wrap your little tentacles around this bonus episode! We're talking about Squid Game: The Challenge again! On today's bonus episode, Dan and Zach get...
Alison Leiby - Soup
21 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From soup to nuts, this show is a hit! Zach and Dan invite the hilarious Alison Leiby (Broad City, Marvelous Mrs. Maisel) into the old podcast cauldr...
BONUS - Squid Game: The Challenge, 1-3
20 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Players! Welcome to the most intense podcast yet! Zach and Dan continue their month of trying to enjoy reality TV, and this week, they're all in on S...
Matt Koff - Stationery
14 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Let's get ready to crank it (the next episode, that is)! Zach and Dan invite the multi-talented comedian Matt Koff (The Daily Show) into the Hobby Ho...
Bonus - Love Is Blind Brazil
12 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's time to reapply the creams and start living your dreams! Zach and Dan are back with another bonus episode to talk about Season 5, episodes 1 and...
Ariel Elias - Welcome To Plathville
07 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
That's me in the corner, that's me in the spotlight, releasing a new episode! Today in the Hobby Hole, Zach and Dan welcome the hilarious Ariel Elias...
BONUS - Love Is Blind
05 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Let's tear down the walls and open up our hearts! It's time for another bonus episode. This week, in honor of our previous episode about Big Brother ...
The Boo Boys - Scary Stories
31 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Boo! That's what you'll be saying after hearing this episode! On this very special and spooky Halloween edition of the podcast, Zach and Dan invite T...
BONUS - Superbad (2007)
29 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
"We could be that mistake!" Zach and Dan end their obsession with the NY Times 100 Best Movies of the 21st Century by discussing #100 on the list, Su...
Caitlin Reese - Vegetarianism
24 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We hope you're ready for another healthy portion of us telling you how to live your life! Today on the show, the very funny Caitlin Reese (The Onion,...
BONUS - Children of Men (2006)
22 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We're back at it with another bonus episode about -- what else? -- movies! Zach and Dan remain obsessed with validating the New York Times list of the...
Peter Grosz - Trendy Restaurant Videos
17 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We hope you're hungry...for another episode! Today, Zach and Dan talk to actor, comedian, and improvisor Peter Grosz (The Menu, Veep, The President S...
BONUS - Parasite (2019)
15 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The saga continues! Zach and Dan are still discussing the NY Times list of the 100 Best Movies of The 21st Century since "watching stuff" seems to be ...
Natasha Vaynblat - Lucid Dreaming
10 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We must be the new Taylor Swifts because here we are appearing in your wildest dreams! Today in the Hobby Hole, Zach and Dan talk to the very funny N...
BONUS - All The President's Men
08 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today, Dan and Zach present their very first bonus episode! We're talking about the important and enduring film All The President's Men (1976). We tal...
Carmen Lagala - Abandoned Places
03 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We hope you're in your happy place now because this week, we're going to the dark side! Comedian Carmen Lagala (from The Late Show with Stephen Colbe...
James Hamilton - Cat TV
26 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Meeeow! Get those kitties out and take a listen to this! Today in the Cat Cafe, Zach and Dan talk to Emmy-award winning writer and comedian James Hami...
Sam Wiles - Beach Reads
20 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Look out, nerds! It's an episode about reading! Today in the Hobby Hole, we welcome the very funny Sam Wiles to talk about his love of bad books. Sam ...
J-L Cauvin - Hockey
12 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Check it out... (checking is a hockey term)... another episode is here! Today in the Pastime Penalty Box, we talk to the great comedian and Trump impr...
Ashley Brooke Roberts - Big Brother
05 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Turn on those dashcams, folks! We're back to talk about a brand new thing! This week in the sequestered studio, we talk to comedian Ashley Brooke Robe...
Alice Wetterlund - Twitch Streaming
29 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's time to pay the price! Today in the strange and wonderful world of the Hobby Forest, Zach and Dan talk to comedian, actress, and dear friend Alic...
Shalewa Sharpe - Andrew Bird
22 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Wow, wow, wow. It's time for the show. Today, we're touching ears and touching hearts because our guest is the hilarious Shalewa Sharpe (from The Toni...
Ophira Eisenberg - Wine and Parenting
15 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Holy moly, watch the goalie! Today, we welcome the very funny Ophira Eisenberg (from NPR and Comedy Central) into the Obsession OR to chat about medic...
Nick Maritato - Graffiti
08 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
My, oh, my. Here comes the next guy. Today in the Hobby Lobby, comedian and vandal Nick Maritato joins us after spending years underground tagging sub...
Christian Finnegan - New Music For Olds
01 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Holy heck, it's another ep! And what a great piece of ep it is. Today in the Ol' Hobby Hole, we welcome Christian Finnegan, a comedian/writer/actor wh...
Kath Barbadoro - Weightlifting
25 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Wow, friends. It's the first day of the rest of your life. Today in the Hobby Sweat Lodge, Zach and Dan talk to the hilarious Kath Barbadoro about h...
Orli Matlow - War
18 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Wow, oh, wow! Our podcast about hobbies is suddenly setting out to solve every social ill! Comedian Orli Matlow joins us at the UN of podcast studios....
Gabe Pacheco - Movies
11 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
You kids wanna see something... weird? Well, here's another episode of the show! Riding the Hobby Horse this week is our dear friend Gabe Pacheco, a c...
Myq Kaplan - Advice Columns
04 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
My, oh, my. It's another episode. Buy the ticket, take the ride! This week, The Hob Slobs welcome the funny and brilliant Myq Kaplan into the ring to ...
Josh Gondelman - They Might Be Giants
27 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Do you believe in miracles? We've got another episode of the show! This week in the Hobby Dungeon, we're joined by the hilarious and kind Josh Gondelm...
Kevin McCaffrey - Tottenham Hotspur
20 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Boy, oh, boy. Can you believe this? We're still alive and doing our comedy podcast. Rain or shine! (There was a thunderstorm while we recorded the int...
Negin Farsad - The Rich
13 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hey now! It's another episode of the show. This week, Negin Farsad (host of Fake The Nation and frequent panelist on NPR's Wait Wait...Don't Tell Me...
Mike Drucker - Video Games
06 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Oh, wow, hey... It's our first episode! Comedian Mike Drucker (The Tonight Show starring Jimmy Fallon, Nintendo) joins the hobby squad this week to ta...
Listen to "My New Thing" - Trailer
04 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Oh, wow. Dan and Zach have a podcast now! My New Thing is a comedy podcast featuring interviews with the funniest people on the planet discussing thei...