Judging Things

Li'l Judgies

It’s the season one finale, and we’re going out with a rapid-fire round of “Li’l Judgies”—quick takes on some random things we secretly judge. No topic is too trivial to tackle, from long toenails and flat sheets to checkout charities and clapping at movies. and the chaos of tipping culture. Between the laughs, we also touch on bigger ideas like how we celebrate love, why certain dates matter, and the difference between having opinions and being a jerk about them. It’s messy, funny, a little unhinged—and the perfect send-off to season one. P.S. We swear. A lot. Listener discretion advised. Links: Visit www.judgingthingspod.com [http://www.judgingthingspod.com] for show links. 🌐https://judgingthingspod.com/ [https://judgingthingspod.com/] Leave us a review and share with your friends! Got a question for us or a topic we should judge? Email us at judgingthingspod@gmail.com [judgingthingspod@gmail.com]. Follow Us! youtube.com/@JudgingThingsPod [https://www.youtube.com/@JudgingThingsPod] facebook.com/JudgingThingsPod [https://www.facebook.com/JudgingThingsPod] instagram.com/judgingthingspod [https://www.instagram.com/judgingthingspod] x.com/Judging_Things [https://x.com/Judging_Things] tiktok.com/@judgingthingspod [http://www.tiktok.com/@judgingthingspod] Hosts/Producers/Editors: Jeanne Hafner, Jessica Griffith, & Joanna Hafner Original Music by Lundstroem

Judging Restaurant Experiences

Restaurants aren’t just about food anymore—they’re a full-blown performance. In this episode of Judging Things,we spill the tea on over-the-top dining experiences—from hibachi theatrics (flying shrimp = chaos) to tableside guac that should wow but sometimes just… doesn’t. We dive into birthday song cringe, weirdly intimate singing waiters, and the emotional damage of being forced onto a Texas Roadhouse saddle. Expect hot takes on immersive dining, Rainforest Café nostalgia, robot servers, and the true MVPs: free donuts, pup cups, and surprise snacks. If you’ve ever asked, “Is this dinner or a Broadway audition?”—this one’s for you. P.S. We swear. A lot. Listener discretion advised. Key Takeaways: * Tableside food = high risk, high drama. If there’s no flair, we will judge. * Hibachi is elite… until someone tries to launch shrimp into your eyeball. * Birthday attention at restaurants? Equal parts spotlight and social nightmare. * Immersive dining (murder mystery, themed spots, cooking your own food) = fun… if you’re not doing unpaid labor. * Freebies (Krispy Kreme hot donuts, pup cups, bakery cookies) > overpriced gimmicks. Always. * Singing servers + eye contact = absolutely not. Please perform over there. 🌐https://judgingthingspod.com/ [https://judgingthingspod.com/] Leave us a review and share with your friends! Got a question for us or a topic we should judge? Email us at judgingthingspod@gmail.com [judgingthingspod@gmail.com]. Follow Us! youtube.com/@JudgingThingsPod [https://www.youtube.com/@JudgingThingsPod] facebook.com/JudgingThingsPod [https://www.facebook.com/JudgingThingsPod] instagram.com/judgingthingspod [https://www.instagram.com/judgingthingspod] x.com/Judging_Things [https://x.com/Judging_Things] tiktok.com/@judgingthingspod [http://www.tiktok.com/@judgingthingspod] Hosts/Producers/Editors: Jeanne Hafner, Jessica Griffith, & Joanna Hafner Original Music by Lundstroem

Judging Concerts

Concerts: magical, overpriced chaos where vibes matter more than vocals and someone might ruin your night by sitting. In this episode of Judging Things, we dive into everything from three-hour legends (hi, Rod Stewart) to one-hour letdowns, jam bands that drift into “deep space,” and the eternal war of sitters vs. standers. We’re sharing bathroom line heists, tailgating triumphs, merch guilt, and the shocking reality of concert ticket prices. Sprinkle in mosh pits, lawn seats, and questionable porta-potty decisions, and you’ve got the ultimate concert survival guide…or cautionary tale. P.S. We swear. A lot. Listener discretion advised. Key Takeaways: * Concert energy is EVERYTHING—if the crowd’s dead, so is the show. * Sitting at concerts? Controversial. Front-row sitters = public enemy #1. * Jam bands: spiritual journey or glorified elevator music? You decide. * Ticket prices are out of control—blame venues, not just artists. * Tailgating = peak concert culture (and budget strategy…in theory). * Bathroom lines separate the weak from the wildly strategic. * The right concert crew can make or break your entire experience. * Filming the whole show? Congrats, no one will watch it (including you). Links: Visit www.judgingthingspod.com [http://www.judgingthingspod.com] for show links. 🌐https://judgingthingspod.com/ [https://judgingthingspod.com/] Leave us a review and share with your friends! Got a question for us or a topic we should judge? Email us at judgingthingspod@gmail.com [judgingthingspod@gmail.com]. Follow Us! youtube.com/@JudgingThingsPod [https://www.youtube.com/@JudgingThingsPod] facebook.com/JudgingThingsPod [https://www.facebook.com/JudgingThingsPod] instagram.com/judgingthingspod [https://www.instagram.com/judgingthingspod] x.com/Judging_Things [https://x.com/Judging_Things] tiktok.com/@judgingthingspod [http://www.tiktok.com/@judgingthingspod] Hosts/Producers/Editors: Jeanne Hafner, Jessica Griffith, & Joanna Hafner Original Music by Lundstroem

Judging Weird Toys

In this episode of Judging Things Podcast, we dive headfirst into the chaotic world of weird toys—from nightmare-fuel Furbies to high-maintenance Tamagotchis and the inexplicably iconic troll dolls. Expect unfiltered nostalgia, cursed toy lore, and one VERY questionable Furby awakening. If you’ve ever wondered why ‘90s toys felt alive (and slightly possessed), this episode delivers laughs, trauma, and a side of “why did our parents allow this?” Perfect for fans of retro toys, bizarre trends, and comedy podcasts that don’t take anything seriously. P.S. We swear. A lot. Listener discretion advised. Key Takeaways: * Furbies weren’t toys—they were emotional support demons with batteries. * Tamagotchis taught us responsibility… then immediately overwhelmed us with 20 needy pixel babies. * Troll dolls: zero function, 100% chaotic good (plus questionable fashion choices). * ‘90s toy trends = interactive, addictive, and mildly threatening. * Parents in the ‘90s really said, “Yeah, this creepy blinking thing seems fine.” * If it talks, moves, or has a cassette deck… maybe don’t trust it. Links: Visit www.judgingthingspod.com [http://www.judgingthingspod.com] for show links. 🌐https://judgingthingspod.com/ [https://judgingthingspod.com/] Leave us a review and share with your friends! Got a question for us or a topic we should judge? Email us at judgingthingspod@gmail.com [judgingthingspod@gmail.com]. Follow Us! youtube.com/@JudgingThingsPod [https://www.youtube.com/@JudgingThingsPod] facebook.com/JudgingThingsPod [https://www.facebook.com/JudgingThingsPod] instagram.com/judgingthingspod [https://www.instagram.com/judgingthingspod] x.com/Judging_Things [https://x.com/Judging_Things] tiktok.com/@judgingthingspod [http://www.tiktok.com/@judgingthingspod] Hosts/Producers/Editors: Jeanne Hafner, Jessica Griffith, & Joanna Hafner Original Music by Lundstroem

Judging Bingo

This week, we’re diving headfirst into the chaotic, snack-filled, emotionally volatile world of Bingo. From its humble beginnings as Beano to full-blown party events like Bingo Loco, we cover it all—and judge it hard. Expect passionate rants about bingo table strategy, lucky tchotchkes, and the social hierarchy of bingo halls—where vibes matter, snacks are currency, and winning twice makes you public enemy #1. Whether you’re a seasoned bingo queen, a casual dabbler, or someone who just enjoys judging strangers for yelling “BINGO” prematurely, this episode delivers laugh-out-loud commentary on everything from bingo lingo and gameplay tactics to the emotional rollercoaster of almost winning. P.S. We swear. A lot. Listener discretion advised. Key Takeaways: * Bingo is NOT just for grandmas anymore. * From Drag Bingo to Bingo Loco, this game has evolved into a full-on social event. * Your bingo setup says everything about you. * Troll dolls, crystals, Buddha statues—Lucky charms are serious business. * The bingo caller can make or break your night. * Premature bingo = public humiliation * Winning twice is a personality flaw. * Win once? Congrats. Twice? Suspicious. Three times? We’re launching an investigation. * Pizza is chaos. Grazing boards are elite. Monitor risers? Game-changing innovation. * Bingo lingo is unhinged and we love it Links: * From Beano to Bingo: A Brief History [https://blog.arrowinternational.com/how-to-play-bingo-21] * The E S Lowe Toy Company, Timing, and Chess, By Duncan Pohl [https://thebiggamehunter.com/company-histories/e-s-lowe-toy-company/] * Hugh J. Ward [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hugh_J._Ward] * Largest Game of Bingo [https://www.guinnessworldrecords.com/world-records/largest-game-of-bingo] * Largest Online Game of Bingo [https://www.guinnessworldrecords.com/world-records/largest-online-bingo-game] * Bingo Loco [https://www.youtube.com/@bingo-loco] * How Drag Queens Took Over Bingo [https://time.com/archive/6908244/how-drag-queens-took-over-bingo/] * Bingo Dauber [https://www.amazon.com/bingo-daubers/b?ie=UTF8&node=7427870011] * Magnetic bingo chips & wands [https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Bingo+magnetic+chips&rh=n%3A7427870011&ref=nb_sb_noss]  * Troll doll [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Troll_doll] 🌐https://judgingthingspod.com/ [https://judgingthingspod.com/] Leave us a review and share with your friends! Got a question for us or a topic we should judge? Email us at judgingthingspod@gmail.com [judgingthingspod@gmail.com]. Follow Us! youtube.com/@JudgingThingsPod [https://www.youtube.com/@JudgingThingsPod] facebook.com/JudgingThingsPod [https://www.facebook.com/JudgingThingsPod] instagram.com/judgingthingspod [https://www.instagram.com/judgingthingspod] x.com/Judging_Things [https://x.com/Judging_Things] tiktok.com/@judgingthingspod [http://www.tiktok.com/@judgingthingspod] Hosts/Producers/Editors: Jeanne Hafner, Jessica Griffith, & Joanna Hafner Original Music by Lundstroem