Mermaids vs Bigfoot: A fan favorite encore

About this episode

This episode features a debate between mermaids and Bigfoot, exploring the characteristics of both mythical creatures.

Two marvelous, mythical legends make an appearance in this week's episode. It's mermaids vs Bigfoot! Which elusive creature will win this smash boom battle? Mermaids, the mysterious sirens that haunt our oceans? Or Bigfoot, the sneaky creature that lurks in forests aound the world? Comedian Joy Dolo and "Adult ISH" podcast host Merk Nguyen go foot-to-fin in this knock-down, drag-out debate. Who do you think won? Cast your vote at smashboom.org.Want to see Brains On live?!? We are probably coming to a city near you. For a complete list of shows and links to tickets ⁠head to our events page⁠. More shows announced soon!May 30 - Electric City, Buffalo, NYMay 31 - Royal Theatre, Toronto, ON (2nd show added!)June 6 - Michigan Theater, Ann Arbor, MIJune 20 - Southern Theater, Columbus, OHJune 21 - Turner Hall Ballroom, Milwaukee, WIClick ⁠here⁠ for a transcript of this episode. Want to support the show? Join Smarty Pass to listen to ad-free episodes or donate!

People in this episode

Host: Brains On

Guests: Joy Dolo, Merk Nguyen

Topics covered

• mythical creatures
• debate
• comedy
• family entertainment
• ocean
• forests

Keywords

• mermaids
• Bigfoot
• debate
• mythical legends
• comedy
• family show
• podcast

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Brains On

Places: Electric City, Buffalo, NY, Royal Theatre, Toronto, ON, Michigan Theater, Ann Arbor, MI, Southern Theater, Columbus, OH, Turner Hall Ballroom, Milwaukee, WI

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