The Absurdists Season 3 with Brandi Mastrud (the new one) and Marlo Anderson (still here). New co-host. Same nonsense.
Comedy podcast & YouTube show

Strange laws. Weird facts. Everyday nonsense.

Marlo Anderson and Brandi Mastrud dig into the strangest laws, facts and stories the world takes completely seriously, then laugh about them. Season 3 is streaming now on YouTube and wherever you get podcasts.

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The Absurdists

Two friends with a deeply suspicious enthusiasm for the world’s strangest stories. They dig up the laws, facts and oddities you didn’t know you needed.

Marlo AndersonMarlo AndersonStill here

Tech founder, strange-fact whisperer and the founder of National Day Calendar, so he knows a thing or two about the weird stuff people celebrate. Marlo has hosted The Absurdists since the very first episode in 2024.

Brandi MastrudBrandi MastrudThe new one

North Dakota content creator, small-business owner and professional oversharer. Brandi pulled up a chair in the Season 2 finale and co-hosts Season 3 with Marlo.

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