The Extraordinarians

For the final episode, Tony, Matt, and Kristen look back on their podcasting journey, reminisce about this season’s extraordinary guests and close things out with a record-setting game of their own.Watch the video of this episode on YouTube here!This is a Headgum podcast. Follow Headgum on Twitter, Instagram, and Tiktok. Advertiser on The Extraordinarians via Gumball.fm  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Kristen, Tony, and Matt dive into how they handle rejection, why protecting your energy matters, and play another round of World’s Greatest Trivia, this time with a personal twist!Watch the video of this episode on YouTube here!This is a Headgum podcast. Follow Headgum on Twitter, Instagram, and Tiktok. Advertiser on The Extraordinarians via Gumball.fm  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Kristen, Matt, and Tony talk nighttime routines, tattoos, and play World’s Greatest Trivia! Watch the video of this episode on YouTube here!This is a Headgum podcast. Follow Headgum on Twitter, Instagram, and Tiktok. Advertiser on The Extraordinarians via Gumball.fm  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Tony and Matt chat with food creators Oli and Phoenix about their world-record-breaking scotch egg, their inventive cooking content, and what’s on the menu for the future. Watch the video of this episode on YouTube here!Want to nominate someone in your life to be the World’s Best or World’s Worst? Email us at worldsgreatestpod@gmail.com and we’ll call them on the show!This is a Headgum podcast. Follow Headgum on Twitter, Instagram, and Tiktok. Advertiser on The Extraordinarians via Gumball.fm  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Kristen, Tony, and Matt talk about building friendships through different stages of life, unpack love languages, and take on another round of World’s Greatest Trivia.Watch the video of this episode on YouTube here!Want to nominate someone in your life to be the World’s Best or World’s Worst? Email us at worldsgreatestpod@gmail.com and we’ll call them on the show!This is a Headgum podcast. Follow Headgum on Twitter, Instagram, and Tiktok. Advertiser on The Extraordinarians via Gumball.fm  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matt, Kristen, and Tony chat about their latest projects, life during and after college, memorable Disney experiences and vacations, and close with more World’s Greatest Trivia questions.Watch the video of this episode on YouTube here!Want to nominate someone in your life to be the World’s Best or World’s Worst? Email us at worldsgreatestpod@gmail.com and we’ll call them on the show!This is a Headgum podcast. Follow Headgum on Twitter, Instagram, and Tiktok. Advertiser on The Extraordinarians via Gumball.fm  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matt, Tony, and Kristen chat with JD, proud owner of the world’s largest collection of Titanic on VHS! He shares the origin story behind his passion project, how he built the collection, and his favorite moments from the film.Watch the video of this episode on YouTube here!Want to nominate someone in your life to be the World’s Best or World’s Worst? Email us at worldsgreatestpod@gmail.com and we’ll call them on the show!This is a Headgum podcast. Follow Headgum on Twitter, Instagram, and Tiktok. Advertiser on The Extraordinarians via Gumball.fm  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Kristen, Matt, and Tony chat with Andrea Hulamyhoop, a 14-time hula hoop world record breaker! She opens up about her career pivot from scientist to performer, her tricks for overcoming shyness and nerves, and the technique to hooping on every part of the body.Watch the video of this episode on YouTube here!Want to nominate someone in your life to be the World’s Best or World’s Worst? Email us at worldsgreatestpod@gmail.com and we’ll call them on the show!This is a Headgum podcast. Follow Headgum on Twitter, Instagram, and Tiktok. Advertiser on The Extraordinarians via Gumball.fm  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Tony, Matt, and Kristen close out our two-part summer series with legendary discussions on facial hair, bodily cleanses and changes, and the crowning of our trivia champion! Watch the video of this episode on YouTube here!Want to nominate someone in your life to be the World’s Best or World’s Worst? Email us at worldsgreatestpod@gmail.com and we’ll call them on the show!This is a Headgum podcast. Follow Headgum on Twitter, Instagram, and Tiktok. Advertiser on The Extraordinarians via Gumball.fm  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Kristen, Tony, and Matt catch up on their record breaking summers and kick off World Record Trivia! Hear about Kristen’s favorite artists, Kevin’s big family news, and who takes the crown in part one of our trivia showdown.Watch the video of this episode on YouTube here!Want to nominate someone in your life to be the World’s Best or World’s Worst? Email us at worldsgreatestpod@gmail.com and we’ll call them on the show!This is a Headgum podcast. Follow Headgum on Twitter, Instagram, and Tiktok. Advertiser on The Extraordinarians via Gumball.fm  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Tony, Kristen, and Matt sit down with Dan Feyer, record-holder for the most wins at the American Crossword Puzzle Tournament. Dan shares how he made his mark in the world of competitive puzzling, the strategies behind his success, and what a crossword tournament actually looks like.Watch the video of this episode on YouTube here!Want to nominate someone in your life to be the World’s Best or World’s Worst? Email us at worldsgreatestpod@gmail.com and we’ll call them on the show!This is a Headgum podcast. Follow Headgum on Twitter, Instagram, and Tiktok. Advertiser on The Extraordinarians via Gumball.fm  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Kristen, Matt, and Tony chat with BJ Scott about how he broke the world record as the fastest person to scuba dive on all seven continents (19 days, 19 hours, and 40 minutes). He shares how he discovered his passion for scuba diving, the most fascinating things he has seen underwater, and the details of his record-breaking journey. Watch the video of this episode on YouTube here!Want to nominate someone in your life to be the World’s Best or World’s Worst? Email us at worldsgreatestpod@gmail.com and we’ll call them on the show!This is a Headgum podcast. Follow Headgum on Twitter, Instagram, and Tiktok. Advertiser on The Extraordinarians via Gumball.fm  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Kristen, Matt, and Tony chat with Kanya Sesser, world record holder for the longest handstand on a skateboard (19.65 seconds)! Kanya shares her incredible journey as an adaptive athlete, how she stays positive and energized, and even reveals her latest world record. Want to nominate someone in your life to be the World’s Best or World’s Worst? Email us at worldsgreatestpod@gmail.com and we’ll call them on the show!This is a Headgum podcast. Follow Headgum on Twitter, Instagram, and Tiktok. Advertiser on The Extraordinarians via Gumball.fm  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Kristen, Matt, and Tony chat with world record-breaking legend April Choi, who has shattered over 40 records. She breaks down the science and mathematics behind her stunts like catching arrows with one hand and breaking the sound barrier with a whip. April shares how understanding the mechanics helps reduce fear and avoid injury.Want to nominate someone in your life to be the World’s Best or World’s Worst? Email us at worldsgreatestpod@gmail.com and we’ll call them on the show!This is a Headgum podcast. Follow Headgum on Twitter, Instagram, and Tiktok. Advertiser on The Extraordinarians via Gumball.fm  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matt, Tony and Kristen chat with world-record-holding slackliner Friedi Kühne, who recently walked a line between two hot air balloons over 8,000 feet in the air. Friedi breaks down the intense prep behind his sky-high achievements, how the slackline community drew him in and what inspired his new book.Want to nominate someone in your life to be the World’s Best or World’s Worst? Email us at worldsgreatestpod@gmail.com and we’ll call them on the show!This is a Headgum podcast. Follow Headgum on Twitter, Instagram, and Tiktok. Advertiser on The Extraordinarians via Gumball.fm  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Tony, Matt, and Kristen sit down with Mike Pick, an engineer, inventor, and YouTuber who created the largest Nerf gun ever made (over 12 feet long and 200 pounds)! He shares how his passion for engineering and creativity helped him turn wild ideas into internet-breaking builds.Want to nominate someone in your life to be the World’s Best or World’s Worst? Email us at worldsgreatestpod@gmail.com and we’ll call them on the show!This is a Headgum podcast. Follow Headgum on Twitter, Instagram, and Tiktok. Advertiser on The Extraordinarians via Gumball.fm  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matt, Kristen, and Tony chat with Hunter Ewen, who took on his biggest fear and walked away with not one, but two mind-blowing Guinness World Records. Hunter shares how he took on the massive challenges of 910 balloons in one hour and 18 in one minute.Want to nominate someone in your life to be the World’s Best or World’s Worst? Email us at worldsgreatestpod@gmail.com and we’ll call them on the show!This is a Headgum podcast. Follow Headgum on Twitter, Instagram, and Tiktok. Advertiser on The Extraordinarians via Gumball.fm See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Kristen, Tony and Matt chat with David Rush, the man who’s shattered over 350 Guinness World Records, and still holds 190 (the most in history!). He reveals the most fun records he’s tackled, the science of grit and how his family fuels the “Guinness grind.” Later, listener Brent shouts out his friend Trenton Lee Stewart: author, martini master, and all-around great guy.Want to nominate someone in your life to be the World’s Best or World’s Worst? Email us at worldsgreatestpod@gmail.com and we’ll call them on the show!This is a Headgum podcast. Follow Headgum on Twitter, Instagram, and Tiktok. Advertiser on The Extraordinarians via Gumball.fm  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matt, Tony, and Kristen chat with Leila Noone about her Guinness World Record for hanging by her hair for 25 minutes and 11 seconds! She shares her journey as a contortionist, how she wraps her hair to stay suspended and her tips for maintaining a positive headspace.Watch the video episode here!This is a Headgum podcast. Follow Headgum on Twitter, Instagram, and Tiktok. Advertise on The Extraordinarians via Gumball.fm.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Tony, Kristen and Matt chat with record-holding beard-haver Joel Strasser! They discuss how does one put hundreds of barbecue skewers in their beard, attempting 456 pencils in your beard on live television and his love of Pepsi. Later, listener Shawna nominates her student Keller aka Sunny Layers for World’s Most Wonderful Weatherman. Watch the video of this episode on YouTube here!Want to nominate someone in your life to be the World’s Best or World’s Worst? Email us at worldsgreatestpod@gmail.com and we’ll call them on the show!Like the show? Rate The Extraordinarians 5-Stars on Apple Podcasts and Spotify This is a Headgum podcast. Follow Headgum on Twitter, Instagram, and Tiktok. Advertise on The Extraordinarians via Gumball.fm.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.