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What does one say after listening to two old friends discuss a haphazard mix of topics with their rotating panel of guests? We'd say, "that was disappointing," but you might think differently. Each week, Art and Lex, friends from school and masters of nothing notable, sit down to talk with a guest or two about any and all topics — with jokes and ball-busting winning the day. We cannot promise you'll learn something worthwhile, but you will learn something new about us each week. And ain't learnin' about the human condition just the bee's knees? Check us out and you won't be disappointed. Well... Maybe just a little...Copyright 2025 That Was Disappointing Art Social Sciences
Episodes
  • Episode 042: The Oscars
    Apr 19 2021

    Episode 042 of That Was Disappointing is Live.

    We’re a bigger disaster than Crash.

    Today’s Theme: The Oscars. Better get ready to play us off...

    Our first topic is whether award shows are even necessary. Art’s Hollywood dream must be fading as he’s sick of the drama. Pun intended. At the very least they’re not handing out participation trophies... yet.

    Our second topic is if we’d be tempted to “sell out” if nominated for an Academy Award. Props to Mike who’s going to be steadfast in his convictions (and stick it to the man!) and never sellout. Meanwhile, Producer Kenny would sell his soul for an eclair.

    Our third topic is why it always seems the Academy of Motion Pictures ignores the obvious choices. We thought Lex was talking about Avengers: Endgame, but he’s still smarting from the fact Drop Dead Fred didn’t receive a single nomination in 1991. womp womp

    Our final topic is controversial Oscars hosts. Seth MacFarlane sang a song about boobs a few years ago, so we’ve probably hit the bottom of the barrel, right? Not so says Al, who wants to know just how awkward this star-studded event can get. Can’t we just hire Bobcat Goldthwait and move on?

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    52 mins
  • Episode 043: Nostalgia
    Apr 26 2021

    Episode 043 of That Was Disappointing is Live.

    We’re now less than 600 shows away from catching up with The Simpsons. Huzzah!

    Today’s Theme: Nostalgia. Like sands through the hourglass, so are the dregs of our lives...

    Our first topic is what food stuffs we’re nostalgic for. Kate, it’s probably best not to ask the crew this question when we’re operating on an empty stomach, just an FYI. Did someone mention Hostess Fruit Pies? For the live of God, please tell me someone mentioned Hostess Fruit Pies!?

    Our second topic is related to anemoia. That is, nostalgia for a time you’ve never known. Apparently, Art is sick of us teasing him about his film topics, so he’s making us pull out a f*cking Webster’s, just to figure out what he’s even asking about. Producer Kenny, don’t make us jettison you as well...

    Our third topic is something you loved in your youth... only to realize it sucks now. We all look back on the way things used to be with rose-tinted glasses, be it prior relationships or memories from our youth. For example, Lex’s love of Picture Pages, Fat Albert and The Cosby Show, have definitely taken a wrong turn. Jinkees!

    Our final topic is your go-to nostalgia that raises your spirits. So, Todd saw the name of our podcast, correct? Ain’t nothing out there that can rescue us from the doldrums of this dreary existence. That us, nothing other than Hostess Fruit Pies. Seriously though, does anyone know if those massive/delicious f*ckers are still around?

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    57 mins
  • Episode 044: Star Wars (Below The Belt Show Crossover)
    May 3 2021

    Episode 044 of That Was Disappointing is Live.

    A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away... we sought out new life and new civilizations. To boldly go where no one has gone before!

    Today’s Theme: Star Wars. “I’d fuck a Wookiee.”

    It’s a crossover episode. Huzzah! And for the week of May the 4th to boot! Everything’s coming up That was Disappointing.

    Join Art, Lex, and Kenny as they tango with their better half’s from the Below the Belt (Shit) Show, Al and Chachi, on all things Mitochondria-related.

    What’s the shittiest film that still holds a place in your heart?

    What character would you bang?

    Best/Worst places to live in this galaxy far, far away?

    What would you use a Jedi mind trick on?

    How have we not been canceled yet?

    All of these questions and more will be answered in this very special episode. *swoons*

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    57 mins
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