A very unexpected episode in which Vicki likes her chances with Ben’s mum, Ben discovers he’s attracted to attractive people and we reflect on how we’ve grown since we started podcasting. - Ben’s mum isn’t going to sext Vicki (unless she moves to Brazil). - Vicki has an interesting theory about having kids. - We discuss cachaça, orgies and running away to Brazil. - We revisit the jacket conundrum from the previous episode. - Ben outgrows rollercoasters. - Vicki no longer cares about her neighbours seeing her naked. - Vicki asks if a higher apartment makes it better. - We analyse how Vicki’s thoughts on the phrase ‘This is the life’ have evolved over the years. - Barely a Topic: Vicki discovers the wonders of mango cider. - Ben bravely admits that he’s attracted to the supermodel in Squid Game. - We affirm that being attracted to Eddie Redmayne is not at all helpful when trying to determine one’s sexuality. - Ben orders a pizza and gets denied a free ice-cream.

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Episode 246 - Diamonds In Our Discourse

Episode 246 - Diamonds In Our Discourse (Teaser)

A very hypocritical episode in which Ben sells his soul for some good chips, Vicki needs a new bed and we debate carrying your partners jacket. - Vicki objects to people taking a sip and saying ‘aaah’ or using the phrase ‘this is the life’. - Ben asks why reheated chips suck so bad and Vicki explains how chip shop owners sell their souls to the devil. - Ben tries to order Indian food and finds himself in a sitcom scenario. - Melbourne experiences an earthquake and Ben discovers he has a PA system in his bedroom. - Vicki finally admits she needs a new bed after it starts to infect her partners dreams. - Vicki devises a new life hack as she asks her enemies about her best qualities. - We advise the users of Reddit about jackets, walking bags of poop and cat girls.

Episode 245 - The Jacket Principle

A very envious episode in which Ben posts an incriminating video, Vicki is too busy to buy chairs and we discover two wrongs can make a right. - Ben insists he can smell vodka. - Ben can’t come out to play, as Melbourne’s lockdown continues. - Ben goes to see The Suicide Squad on the cusp of lockdown. - Ben posts an incriminating clip of his victory in Returnal to the group chat. - Vicki’s car windows are giving her grief and she’s too busy to buy chairs. - Ben avoids a return visit to the convenience store and instead toasts an ‘evil’ croissant. - We discuss the story of someone living in a woman’s ceiling. - We solve the internet’s biggest problems in a money themed advice segment.

Episode 244 - The Hitler/Croissant Loophole

A very batty episode in which Ben deals with the lockdown protestors, Vicki knows a good headline when she sees it and we remind everyone to watch a video all the way through before you forward it to your mum. - Ben asks what’s so crazy about bat sh*t? - Ben calls Vicki to hear about going outside. - Vicki asks if Ben would trade his PlayStation 5 for a COVID vaccine? - Ben comes up with a creative solution to handle the Melbourne lockdown protestors. - Vicki reveals her headline of the week and we discuss Sydney’s ‘big freedom’ and socially distancing via jetpacks. - Vicki’s boyfriend forwards an awkward video to his mum. - Reddit proves it could always be worse as we advise another unfortunate texter.

Episode 243 - The Out

A very anxious episode in which Ben advocates for a buff Australia, we critique the Tasmanian music scene and Vicki solves a mystery that has been plaguing her for a decade. - We debate whether tapping on the top of a soft drink can actually does anything. - Ben takes issue with a commercial promising to ease his ‘mild anxiety’. - Ben is back in lockdown and never going to be able to go to his favourite restaurant. - We implement a government mandated exercise regime for our new ‘Buff Australia’ policy. - Ben’s dreaming of being forced into stand-up comedy and debating. - Vicki’s dreaming about printing memes and sending them to her friend in the UK. - Vicki attends a ‘Dark Sky Party’ with a Nobel prize winner and weird musician. - Vicki finally solves the mystery of the woman named ‘Cab’. - We dispense some advice for anyone hoarding dad photos or dismissing Godzilla.

Episode 242 - Survivor's Guilt

A very displaced episode in which Ben moves into his new apartment, Vicki notices an odd requirement for joining the Olympic swim team and we discuss the first thing that comes to mind when we hear the name ‘Matt Shirvington’. - Ben experiments with Zoom’s ‘improve my appearance’ setting. - Ben employs some ‘contact free’ movers to help him move apartments during lockdown. - Ben discovers a lack of blinds or curtains in his new apartment and is forced to improvise. - Ben (unsuccessfully) attempts to leave a fridge at the old apartment. - Ben isn’t pleased with the flush on his new toilets. - Ben’s discovers some unwelcome guests in the garage, during his final apartment inspection. - Ben critiques the local convenience store and its strange selection of stock. - Vicki holds a grudge against a coconut entrepreneur, and we discuss The Celebrity Apprentice and Ross Noble’s cursed sand. - Ben discovers the hidden costs of moving and prays for his future children to be conjoined triplets. - Ben has a revelation about true crime shows while cleaning his apartment. - We discuss funny names in the Olympics and Matt Shirvington’s most famous attribute.

Episode 241 - The Man Sympathy Forgot

A very mystical episode in which Ben (unintentionally) turns someone’s life around, Vicki obtains carte blanche juice permission and we narrowly avert ‘death by misadventure’. - Ben’s Face ID doesn’t recognise him first thing in the morning. - Ben discovers he was catalyst for a life changing decision. - Ben convinces himself he accidentally bought the wrong apartment. - Vicki wants to discuss juice permission and we revisit the ‘breakfast sip’. - Ben’s sister has an amazing ability to accurately locate bellybuttons. - Vicki is now texting with her barista, who warns her about leaving her read receipts on. - Ben discovers he’s older than Bon Scott of AC/DC fame and is now worried about ‘death by misadventure’. - The alarm at Julian’s office is broken in a very bizarre way. - Vicki recalls the day she discovered she has tinnitus. - Vicki’s dad Rodney has super powered hearing and is our first inductee into ‘The Ordinary’. - We discuss video game glitches and growing up with bootleg games and movies.

Episode 240 - Gorillas In The Midst

A very ridiculous episode in which we remember the great Canadian saber-tooth tiger, chestnut war, Vicki undergoes a friendship audit and Ben offers up his favourite pie memory. - We ponder the origins of the phrase ‘that old chestnut’. - We remind everyone about the upcoming Activate Your Read Receipts Day. - Ben is ‘not really’ doing anything for his birthday but Vicki still wants an invite. - Vicki updates us on her and her boyfriend’s living situation. - Vicki is doing a friendship audit and wants a program to befriend middle aged people. - Ben offers up a ‘pie memory’ in a delicious new segment. - A Japanese maintains a relationship with thirty-five women to milk them for birthday presents.

Episode 239 - Whatever You Do, Eat All The Pies!

A very doughy episode in which Vicki does a friendship cull, Ben loves Jerry Bruckheimer and we rally against billionaires. - Ben’s UberEats delivery driver is still flirting with him. - Vicki’s boyfriend and father’s living situation has evolved to include a ‘conversation table’. - The Dark Mofo festival is forging ahead and burning giant beetles. - Vicki provides an update on her $1.50 armchairs. - Vicki is cutting her barista (and any new friends) out of her life. - Vicki reveals the origins of her latest catchphrase ‘But you love Jerry Bruckheimer!’ - We were right about Lady Gaga’s stolen dogs. - Cristiano Ronaldo’s aversion to Coca-Cola drastically affects the stock market. - Vicki discusses why she is aggressively anti-billionaire. - We provide some advice to a bean loving Redditor.

Episode 238 - I’ll Never Like Again

Insane Ramblings is a fortnightly Australian comedy podcast by the hilarious, attractive and humble Ben Moore and Vicki Smith.

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