Podcasts by Splitting Hairs with Max & Nicky
SPLITTING HAIRS with Max & Nicky, a podcast in which the Weinbach twins pick apart, deconstruct, and overthink topics that interest them.
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Episode 72 - Online Dating: Part II from 2021-11-02T00:00
Did you partake in online dating during the pandemic? On this week's episode, we're joined by friend of the podcast Guydonna Nicius to discuss online dating sites and how our opinions have changed ...
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Episode 71 - Vegetables from 2021-08-30T00:00
What's your favorite vegetable? A couple of weeks ago, Max & Nicky tackled the subject of their favorite fruits, so this week, they thought it'd be fun to discuss vegetables with the same passion a...
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Episode 70 - Kids from 2021-08-23T00:00
Do you want to have kids when you grow up? This week, Max & Nicky are joined by friend of the podcast, Kevin Crooks, to talk about their experiences with kids, to dissect the recent events of each ...
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Episode 69 - Tales of Traveling from 2021-08-16T00:00
Max & Nicky recount some of their most exciting stories from traveling the world and decide whether or not they actually like traveling. Does traveling, in fact, suck? Tune in, and find out!
Episode 68 - Favorite Fruits from 2021-08-08T00:00
Max & Nicky talk about their favorite fruits of all time. Plus, a heated debate on the word "several" and other grammar-related tangents.
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Episode 67 - Roommates from 2021-08-02T00:00
Max & Nicky over-analyze the subject of roommates and talk about their own personal experiences from good to absolutely nightmarish roommates.
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Episode 66 - High School: Part II from 2021-07-26T00:00
Max & Nicky continue to analyze all aspects of high school from getting your drivers license to taking the SATs to getting acne to going to prom to finally graduating and more in this second half o...
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Episode 65 - High School: Part I from 2021-07-18T00:00
Max & Nicky analyze all aspects of high school from homework to sleep deprivation to crushes and dances and more in this first half of an in depth two-part discussion on those formative teenage yea...
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Episode 64 - Favorite Beatles Albums, Shakespeare, Musicals, and More! from 2021-07-10T00:00
Max & Nicky discuss their favorite Beatles albums, Shakespeare, musicals, and more! As usual, tangents are formed. Enjoy!
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Episode 63 - Literally from 2019-08-07T00:00
Max & Nicky are joined by comedian Myq Kaplan and returning guest Kevin Crooks to talk about and analyze the word “literally”.
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Episode 62 - Los Angeles Plays Itself from 2018-07-27T00:00
Max & Nicky are joined by Kevin Crooks for an in depth discussion on the documentary, Los Angeles Plays Itself. Plus, some Phantom of the Opera talk.
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Episode 61 - Soda from 2018-07-09T00:00
Max & Nicky discuss some of their favorite and not-so-favorite sodas and the major problems with diet sodas and aspartame.
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Episode 60 - Game Shows from 2018-06-16T00:00
Max & Nicky discuss game shows and their influence on modern culture. Also, some talk on Mr. Rogers and the new documentary about him.
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Episode 59 - YouTube from 2018-05-28T00:00
Max & Nicky discuss the impact YouTube has on the current media landscape. Plus, some talk about the Broadway shows they've seen in the past couple weeks.
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Episode 58 - Cobra Kai from 2018-05-07T00:00
Max & Nicky discuss all things 'Cobra Kai', the new 'Karate Kid' sequel YouTube series.
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Episode 57 - Chips from 2018-04-27T00:00
Max & Nicky talk about chips from potato to tortilla to the TV series (kidding about the last one).
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Episode 56 - Grocery Stores from 2018-04-11T00:00
Max & Nicky compare and contrast several grocery stores with special emphasis on Trader Joe's.
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Episode 55 - Shoes from 2018-04-02T00:00
Max & Nicky finally get around to discussing the extremely important topic of shoes.
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Episode 54 - Siskel And Ebert from 2018-03-27T00:00
Max & Nicky discuss why they enjoy watching 'At the Movies with Siskel & Ebert' despite their frequent disagreement with Siskel and Ebert’s film reviews.
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Episode 53 - Camp from 2018-03-13T00:00
Max & Nicky discuss the all-American tradition of going to summer camp. Plus, some post-Oscars talk.
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Episode 52 - Change from 2018-03-05T00:00
Max & Nicky discuss their feelings on life changes.
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Episode 51 - Gun Control Part II from 2018-02-26T00:00
Max & Nicky delve even deeper into the very contentious and very current topic of gun control.
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Episode 50 - Age from 2018-02-19T00:00
Splitting Hairs is one year old! And to herald this momentous event, Max & Nicky discuss the timeless topic of "age".
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Episode 49 - Contemporary Jazz from 2018-02-10T00:00
Max & Nicky discuss contemporary jazz and its relationship to jazz from the past.
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Episode 48 - World Music Appropriation In Pop Music from 2018-02-04T00:00
Max & Nicky discuss the overall benefit of world music appropriation in Western pop music. Plus, Oscar nominations talk!
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Episode 47 - Cereal from 2018-01-26T00:00
Max & Nicky discuss cereal. Plus, some Call Me By Your Name talk.
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Episode 46 - Seinfeld from 2018-01-14T00:00
Max & Nicky discuss their favorite TV show of all time, 'Seinfeld'.
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Episode 45 - Birthdays from 2017-12-18T00:00
Max & Nicky discuss birthdays, holidays, and more!
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Episode 44 - Holiday Music from 2017-12-08T00:00
Max & Nicky welcome back Dominic Mercurio to discuss their holiday music preferences. And, one final time this year, Curb Your Enthusiasm talk!
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Episode 43 - The Simpsons from 2017-12-04T00:00
Max & Nicky discuss the long-running TV series The Simpsons and how it evolved from one of the best television comedies of all time to something only mildly entertaining, at best. Plus, more Curb Y...
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Episode 42 - The Holidays from 2017-11-26T00:00
Max & Nicky discuss one of their favorite times of the year, the holidays. Pros, cons, and all that shnip. Plus, more 'Curb Your Enthusiasm' talk!
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Episode 41 - Digital Media Vs. Physical Media from 2017-11-19T00:00
Max & Nicky are joined by music aficionado and close friend Jeff Zamaria to discuss the merits of purchasing and owning physical media and digital media (e.g. vinyl vs. mp3 download). Plus, more 'C...
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Episode 40 - Superhero Movies and Rotten Tomatoes from 2017-11-12T00:00
Max & Nicky are joined by special guest Steve Sanders...no, not the guy from Beverly Hills: 90210... We're talking Stephen Sanders, close friend and comic book hero aficionado, to discuss the curre...
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Episode 39 - Fashion Trends from 2017-11-04T00:00
Max & Nicky are joined by accessory designer, Guydonna Nicius to talk about the latest trends in fashion. Plus, more Curb Your Enthusiasm talk.
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Episode 38 - Constipation vs. Diarrhea from 2017-10-29T00:00
This episode is not for the faint of heart…Max and Nicky are joined by their sister, Laura Weinbach, to discuss their opinions on the worse of two evils: diarrhea or constipation? Plus, more Curb Y...
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Episode 37 - Comedy Performance Vs. Music Performance from 2017-10-22T00:00
Max and Nicky contrast and compare performing comedy to performing music. Which is easier? Which is funner? Which is of Eastwick? And, once again, more Curb Your Enthusiasm talk!
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Episode 36 - Art Vs. The Artist from 2017-10-13T00:00
Max & Nicky welcome back Dominic Mercurio (via Skype) to discuss whether or not one should, or even could, separate the art from the artist. PLUS, more 'Curb Your Enthusiasm' talk!
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Episode 35 - Halloween from 2017-10-06T00:00
Max & Nicky discuss all things Halloween… and then some. Plus, long-awaited Curb Your Enthusiasm talk!
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Episode 34 - Public Restrooms from 2017-09-29T00:00
Max & Nicky discuss all things related to public restrooms, including ideal architecture and amenities, pet peeves, gender-specific and gender-neutral bathrooms, and more!
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Episode 33 - Stand-up Comedy from 2017-09-23T00:00
Max & Nicky are joined by special guest and comedy booker Jeff Zamaria to discuss what they look for in the world of stand-up comedy.
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Episode 32 - Cell Phones from 2017-09-15T00:00
Max & Nicky are joined by special guest Nickon Hemati to discuss their mobile phone preferences.
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Episode 31 - Twin Peaks: The Return from 2017-09-09T00:00
To honor the recent series end of Twin Peaks: The Return, Max & Nicky devote a whole episode to exploring and dissecting the strange, surreal dream world of Twin Peaks and the rather curious concei...
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Episode 30 - PDA from 2017-09-02T00:00
Max & Nicky are joined by special guest Dominic Mercurio (Foxtails Brigade and 'Totally Tell Me' podcast) to discuss their issues with PDA, public displays of affection. Informative listen, especia...
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Episode 29 - Toilet Paper from 2017-08-25T00:00
Max & Nicky discuss toilet paper preferences, from texture to color to amount of ply. AND, as usual, more Game of Thrones and Twin Peaks talk.
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Episode 28 - Boxers vs. Briefs vs. Boxer Briefs from 2017-08-17T00:00
Max & Nicky tackle the age-old question: boxers or briefs...or boxer briefs? AND, as usual, more Game of Thrones and Twin Peaks talk.
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Episode 27 - Online Dating from 2017-08-05T00:00
Max & Nicky bicker about their differing views on dating sites and apps. PLUS, even more Game of Thrones and Twin Peaks talk.
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Episode 26 - Cologne, Perfume, And Other Odours from 2017-07-29T00:00
Max & Nicky discuss how much they dislike the smell of cologne and most perfumes and examine alternative and natural odors they do enjoy. PLUS, more Game of Thrones talk.
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Episode 25 - The Music Business from 2017-07-21T00:00
Max & Nicky invite special guest and music marketing pro Mike Mehalick to discuss the ins and outs of the music business.
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Episode 24 - Awards Shows from 2017-07-15T00:00
Max & Nicky discuss the (very few) pros and (many) cons of awards shows in the arts.
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Episode 23 - Singing from 2017-07-07T00:00
Max & Nicky offer a mostly subjective outlook on what they think is bad and good singing and why they think it.
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Episode 22 - Gun Control, Game of Thrones, Candy, and Steak from 2017-06-30T00:00
Max & Nicky welcome special guests Laura Weinbach and Anton Patzner (from Oakland-based band Foxtails Brigade) to help them dissect some hard-hitting issues, including gun control, Game of Thrones,...
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Episode 21 - NY vs. LA from 2017-06-24T00:00
This past week marks a year since Max and Nicky moved to New York City, so the twins decided to celebrate by discussing how they feel about the Big Apple in contrast to their hometown of Los Angele...
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Episode 20 - Farting vs. Burping - Which Is Worse? from 2017-06-16T00:00
Which is worse: farting or burping? Max & Nicky contemplate the burning question on everyone’s mind.
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Episode 19 - Marriage from 2017-06-10T00:00
Max & Nicky analyze and discuss their opinions on marriage.
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Episode 18 - Binge Watching from 2017-06-03T00:00
Max & Nicky discuss the pros and cons of binge watching TV shows.
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Episode 17 - Dancing from 2017-06-02T00:00
Max & Nicky discuss what they think are they coolest and most appropriate approaches to dancing at parties.
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Episode 16 - College Athletes from 2017-05-19T00:00
Max & Nicky discuss their concerns with accepting athletes into reputable higher learning institutions, based almost solely on their athletic abilities.
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Episode 15 - Laugh Tracks from 2017-05-11T00:00
Max & Nicky discuss the pros and cons of laugh track usage in TV shows.
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Episode 14 - Social Media from 2017-05-03T00:00
Max & Nicky and special guest Jon Lavranos dissect positive and negative aspects of social media.
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Episode 13 - Animation from 2017-04-27T00:00
Max & Nicky and special guest Richard Toomer discuss why they think advancements in computer technology have ultimately led to the degradation of 2-D animation.
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Episode 12 - Overuse Of Music In Film And TV from 2017-04-18T00:00
Max & Nicky discuss their distaste for overuse of music in film, TV, and other entertainment media and their preferences for how the music should be utilized.
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Episode 11 - Alcohol and the Media from 2017-04-05T00:00
Max & Nicky and special guest Jon Lavranos attempt to offer a bilateral analysis of alcohol and alcoholism in and outside of the media.
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Episode 10 - Video Game Music from 2017-03-29T00:00
Max & Nicky discuss the evolution of video game music and why they prefer 8-bit and 16-bit video game music to most modern day vgm scores. With Special Guest Brent Weinbach.
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Episode 9 - Episodic TV vs. Serialized TV from 2017-03-23T00:00
Max & Nicky discuss the differences between episodic and serialized television and why, in general, they prefer episodic.
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Episode 8 - The Restaurant Industry from 2017-03-15T00:00
Max & Nicky discuss their biggest problems with working in the food and beverage industry.
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Episode 7 - Art Critics from 2017-03-08T00:00
Max & Nicky discuss the pros and cons of art criticism.
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Episode 6 - Syntax/Grammar from 2017-03-01T00:00
Max & Nicky discuss their biggest syntax and grammar pet peeves.
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Episode 5 - Poo v. Poop from 2017-02-23T00:00
Max & Nicky analyze why they prefer the word “poo” to the word “poop”.
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Episode 4 - TV Show Theme Songs from 2017-02-16T00:00
Max & Nicky talk about the evolution of TV show theme songs and attempt to understand why classic show songs are no longer produced.
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Episode 3 - Musicals from 2017-02-09T00:00
Max & Nicky talk about their passion for musicals and attempt to dissect the reason why certain people say they don’t like musicals.
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Episode 2 - Ties from 2017-02-08T00:00
Max and Nicky discuss their personal preferences and dislikes for tie width and length.
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Episode 1 - Scarves from 2017-02-07T00:00
Max and Nicky bicker about their personal approaches to “correctly” tying and wearing a scarf.
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