Why Does This Exist?

Why Does This Exist?
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Why Does This Exist explores the very weirdest in pop culture ranging from bad TV shows to recalled toys, failed products, strange ideas that turned out to be huge success stories, and more. Help support the show and discover articles and more by heading on over to our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/whydoesthisexist. Buy us Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/whydoesthisexist Like, Dislike, Comment and Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCY23JJcBuc904cgAZpnDOiQ Know of any other weird happenings in pop culture? Let us know at whydoesthisexistshow@gmail.com. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/why-does-this-exist--5418632/support.

  1. Episode 165: John Wick

    MAR 16

    Episode 165: John Wick

    Chris and Rob talk about John Wick: the film that revived Keanu Reeves' career, creating a new action hero - and franchise - in the prcoess! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/why-does-this-exist--5418632/support. Help support the show and discover articles and more by heading on over to our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/whydoesthisexist. Buy us Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/whydoesthisexist Support us on Spreaker: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/why-does-this-exist--5418632/support Follow us on Twitter https://twitter.com/wdtepod Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/whydoesthisexist Like, Dislike, Comment and Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCY23JJcBuc904cgAZpnDOiQ Know of any other weird happenings in pop culture? Let us know at whydoesthisexistshow@gmail.com.

    1h 5m
  2. Episode 164: John Cena's Retirement Tour

    MAR 3

    Episode 164: John Cena's Retirement Tour

    Chris and Rob reunite with Spaceman Frank to discuss John Cena's retirement tour, and how WWE/TKO managed to botch it! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/why-does-this-exist--5418632/support. Help support the show and discover articles and more by heading on over to our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/whydoesthisexist. Buy us Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/whydoesthisexist Support us on Spreaker: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/why-does-this-exist--5418632/support Follow us on Twitter https://twitter.com/wdtepod Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/whydoesthisexist Like, Dislike, Comment and Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCY23JJcBuc904cgAZpnDOiQ Know of any other weird happenings in pop culture? Let us know at whydoesthisexistshow@gmail.com.

    45 min
  3. Episode 163: Voivod

    FEB 2

    Episode 163: Voivod

    Chris and Rob talk about an incredibly underrated thrash metal band that blends prog, punk, and mayhem: Voivod! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/why-does-this-exist--5418632/support. Help support the show and discover articles and more by heading on over to our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/whydoesthisexist. Buy us Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/whydoesthisexist Support us on Spreaker: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/why-does-this-exist--5418632/support Follow us on Twitter https://twitter.com/wdtepod Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/whydoesthisexist Like, Dislike, Comment and Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCY23JJcBuc904cgAZpnDOiQ Know of any other weird happenings in pop culture? Let us know at whydoesthisexistshow@gmail.com.

    54 min
  4. Episode 162: Devil May Cry

    JAN 21

    Episode 162: Devil May Cry

    Chris and Rob discuss one of the sickest video game franchises that took the PS2 era by storm: Devil May Cry! Help support the show and discover articles and more by heading on over to our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/whydoesthisexist. Buy us Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/whydoesthisexist Support us on Spreaker: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/why-does-this-exist--5418632/support Follow us on Twitter https://twitter.com/wdtepod Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/whydoesthisexist Like, Dislike, Comment and Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCY23JJcBuc904cgAZpnDOiQ Know of any other weird happenings in pop culture? Let us know at whydoesthisexistshow@gmail.com. Help support the show and discover articles and more by heading on over to our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/whydoesthisexist. Buy us Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/whydoesthisexist Support us on Spreaker: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/why-does-this-exist--5418632/support Follow us on Twitter https://twitter.com/wdtepod Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/whydoesthisexist Like, Dislike, Comment and Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCY23JJcBuc904cgAZpnDOiQ Know of any other weird happenings in pop culture? Let us know at whydoesthisexistshow@gmail.com.

    48 min
  5. Episode 161: The Awful Donkey Kong Country Cartoon

    JAN 12

    Episode 161: The Awful Donkey Kong Country Cartoon

    Chris and Rob talk about the cringetastic uncanny valley Nintendo abomination known as the Donkey Cong Country cartoon! Help support the show and discover articles and more by heading on over to our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/whydoesthisexist. Buy us Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/whydoesthisexist Support us on Spreaker: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/why-does-this-exist--5418632/support Follow us on Twitter https://twitter.com/wdtepod Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/whydoesthisexist Like, Dislike, Comment and Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCY23JJcBuc904cgAZpnDOiQ Know of any other weird happenings in pop culture? Let us know at whydoesthisexistshow@gmail.com. Help support the show and discover articles and more by heading on over to our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/whydoesthisexist. Buy us Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/whydoesthisexist Support us on Spreaker: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/why-does-this-exist--5418632/support Follow us on Twitter https://twitter.com/wdtepod Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/whydoesthisexist Like, Dislike, Comment and Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCY23JJcBuc904cgAZpnDOiQ Know of any other weird happenings in pop culture? Let us know at whydoesthisexistshow@gmail.com.

    45 min
  6. Episode 160: How the Grinch Stole Christmas

    12/24/2025

    Episode 160: How the Grinch Stole Christmas

    (00:00:00) Welcome to Why Does This Exist? (00:00:46) Festivus Airing of Grievances (00:03:24) Introducing the Grinch Movie (00:05:15) The Making of a Christmas Classic (00:10:15) Jim Carrey's Iconic Performance (00:27:53) Behind the Scenes of Grinch's Makeup (00:36:25) The Impact and Legacy of the Grinch (00:37:02) The Grinch's Cinematic Triumph (00:37:52) Anthony Hopkins: A Hidden Gem (00:39:31) The Power of Narration in Storytelling Chris and Rob talk about the incredible performance of Jim Carrey, as well as the the holiday magic of Director Ron Howard in How the Grinch Stole Christmas! Help support the show and discover articles and more by heading on over to our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/whydoesthisexist. Buy us Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/whydoesthisexist Support us on Spreaker: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/why-does-this-exist--5418632/support Follow us on Twitter https://twitter.com/wdtepod Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/whydoesthisexist Like, Dislike, Comment and Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCY23JJcBuc904cgAZpnDOiQ Know of any other weird happenings in pop culture? Let us know at whydoesthisexistshow@gmail.com. Help support the show and discover articles and more by heading on over to our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/whydoesthisexist. Buy us Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/whydoesthisexist Support us on Spreaker: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/why-does-this-exist--5418632/support Follow us on Twitter https://twitter.com/wdtepod Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/whydoesthisexist Like, Dislike, Comment and Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCY23JJcBuc904cgAZpnDOiQ Know of any other weird happenings in pop culture? Let us know at whydoesthisexistshow@gmail.com.

    56 min
  7. Episode 159: The Muppet Christmas Carol

    12/18/2025

    Episode 159: The Muppet Christmas Carol

    (00:00:00) Welcome to Why Does This Exist? (00:00:43) Christmas Carol in the Hood - A Muppet Masterpiece (00:03:48) Michael Caine's Iconic Scrooge (00:10:05) The Making of a Christmas Classic (00:21:36) Scrooge's Transformation (00:25:22) The Scariest Ghosts of Christmas (00:31:38) Disney's Risk-Taking Era (00:35:20) The Marvel Cinematic Universe's Overproduction (00:39:52) Casting Scrooge in Different Worlds (00:40:18) Hip-Hop Holiday Adaptations Chris and Rob discuss and share praise for one of the greatest renditions of the Charles Dickens Holiday Classic: The Muppet Christmas Carol!   Help support the show and discover articles and more by heading on over to our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/whydoesthisexist. Buy us Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/whydoesthisexist Support us on Spreaker: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/why-does-this-exist--5418632/support Follow us on Twitter https://twitter.com/wdtepod Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/whydoesthisexist Like, Dislike, Comment and Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCY23JJcBuc904cgAZpnDOiQ Know of any other weird happenings in pop culture? Let us know at whydoesthisexistshow@gmail.com. Help support the show and discover articles and more by heading on over to our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/whydoesthisexist. Buy us Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/whydoesthisexist Support us on Spreaker: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/why-does-this-exist--5418632/support Follow us on Twitter https://twitter.com/wdtepod Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/whydoesthisexist Like, Dislike, Comment and Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCY23JJcBuc904cgAZpnDOiQ Know of any other weird happenings in pop culture? Let us know at whydoesthisexistshow@gmail.com.

    1 hr
  8. Episode 158: N.W.A.

    12/08/2025

    Episode 158: N.W.A.

    (00:00:00) Welcome to Why Does This Exist? (00:03:06) NWA's Formation and Early Days (00:07:07) The Birth of Gangster Rap (00:11:03) NWA's Impact and Controversy (00:29:05) The Breakup and Solo Careers (00:37:54) Easy's Tragic Death and Suge Knight's Involvement (00:44:08) NWA's Legacy and Reunion (00:44:42) The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Controversy (00:44:58) Motown Museum: A Musical Treasure Trove (00:49:47) NWA's Impact on Hip-Hop Chris and Rob talk about one of the greatest rap groups of all time: N.W.A!   Help support the show and discover articles and more by heading on over to our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/whydoesthisexist. Buy us Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/whydoesthisexist Support us on Spreaker: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/why-does-this-exist--5418632/support Follow us on Twitter https://twitter.com/wdtepod Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/whydoesthisexist Like, Dislike, Comment and Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCY23JJcBuc904cgAZpnDOiQ Know of any other weird happenings in pop culture? Let us know at whydoesthisexistshow@gmail.com. Help support the show and discover articles and more by heading on over to our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/whydoesthisexist. Buy us Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/whydoesthisexist Support us on Spreaker: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/why-does-this-exist--5418632/support Follow us on Twitter https://twitter.com/wdtepod Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/whydoesthisexist Like, Dislike, Comment and Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCY23JJcBuc904cgAZpnDOiQ Know of any other weird happenings in pop culture? Let us know at whydoesthisexistshow@gmail.com.

    54 min
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Why Does This Exist explores the very weirdest in pop culture ranging from bad TV shows to recalled toys, failed products, strange ideas that turned out to be huge success stories, and more. Help support the show and discover articles and more by heading on over to our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/whydoesthisexist. Buy us Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/whydoesthisexist Like, Dislike, Comment and Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCY23JJcBuc904cgAZpnDOiQ Know of any other weird happenings in pop culture? Let us know at whydoesthisexistshow@gmail.com. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/why-does-this-exist--5418632/support.

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  • Creator
    Why Does This Exist?
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    165
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Why Does This Exist?
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