93 episodes

The podcast about everything and nothing. Jason Hui is a maker and founder of Prometheus Lights. Ben Hardy is a writer, content marketer, and former editor of Bobvila.com. Join their deep dives into topics in which they have much interest ... and no expertise.

I'm No Expert Prometheus Lights

    • Society & Culture
    • 5.0 • 8 Ratings

The podcast about everything and nothing. Jason Hui is a maker and founder of Prometheus Lights. Ben Hardy is a writer, content marketer, and former editor of Bobvila.com. Join their deep dives into topics in which they have much interest ... and no expertise.

    Midlife Crisis

    Midlife Crisis

    The dreaded midlife crisis. Except, why is it dreaded? In this episode Ben & Jason explore society's (mis)perception of the middle ages, from the questionable "signs" one is having a midlife crisis to the overwhelmingly negative bent given to this strange phenomenon.
    Maker Minute: Click and Clack the Tappet Brothers AND the Mazda Miata

    • 52 min
    Top Gun: Maverick

    Top Gun: Maverick

    Part movie review, part paean to the original. Jason and Ben take on everyone's favorite 2022 summer blockbuster. Was it realistic, was it well-acted, does it matter? If you were (or weren't) a fan, you'll enjoy this hot take.
    Maker Minute: Tom Cruise (oh yes we did).

    • 56 min
    "Life Hacks" – The Last Grilling Utensil You'll Ever Need

    "Life Hacks" – The Last Grilling Utensil You'll Ever Need

    Jason and Ben breakdown the grilling utensil Jason swears by, which can replace your tongs, spatula, and fork AND elevate your status all at once. It might be end of summer, but a true pit boss cooks over fire 12 months of the year.
    Maker Minute: Jaccard Pigtail Food Flipper

    • 1 hr 6 min
    Should There Be Billionaires?

    Should There Be Billionaires?

    Jason and Ben tackle the existential and touch on economics, morality, fairness, and Jeff Bezos' super yacht. We tried to get Bernie Sanders as a guest but the WiFi on his private jet was down.
    Maker Minute: Warren Buffett

    • 50 min
    The Curious Case of the Counterfeit Kappa

    The Curious Case of the Counterfeit Kappa

    Jason is no stranger to having his products ripped off. But this latest incident is extra. The brazenness, the gall, the cheek of the people behind the Kappa counterfeiting operation is next level.
    Maker Minute: All Makers (especially those who have had their sh*t ripped off).

    • 47 min
    Who Wants to Live Forever?

    Who Wants to Live Forever?

    Jason and Ben explore the burgeoning science of and exploration into immortality – how close are we and who are the figures/companies pursuing it? Also, should we? Also, favorite vampire movie? Maker Minute: David Sinclair

    • 50 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
8 Ratings

8 Ratings

Tulane Josh ,

Fascinating Dudes Talking About Interesting Topics

Ben and Jason are funny, open, and entertaining. Not an over the top hype podcast. No Gary Vee yelling. Just a couple smart guys grinding it out and sharing interesting stories about business and life. Solid podcast. I’m a fan.

samraix ,

Love this podcast

Welcome back guys. We missed you.

I listen to every episode. It is informative and funny. It’s like hanging out with Jason and Ben in the shop taking about whatever comes to mind. Love the format. Keep up the great work. Keep up the interesting subjects coming.

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