x

75% of people globally want unbiased news (Pew Research) but are concerned they're not getting that.

Get balanced coverage with Symby. See how stories are covered across diverse outlets and spot when one side covers a story the other skips.

PODCAST

How Cool Is This?

How Cool Is This?

How Cool Is This? is a 5-minute podcast about what’s cool. Each short podcast episode explores a new idea. Bingeable and perfect for a short commute from the bedroom to the kitchen, How Cool Is This? is like Shark Tank meets This American Life meets Humans of New York, except anyone can participate. Visit howcoolisthis.show to learn more. By Nick Holder and Brian Reitz

society & culture

All Episodes

00:04:59

(103) Steve Christensen: Neuwly App for Live Streams

How Cool Is This? ·

2021/10/08

Steve created an app that helps you discover live streams from around the world. Can live streams help you discover something new from the comfort of your couch? And more importantly, is that cool? “We're creating a really cool, unique live stream and social discovery feature on our app that we think is pretty amazing.” Check out Neuwly here. Have a cool idea you think should be on the show? Leave us a voicemail at (848) 863-9917. howcoolisthis.show

en

00:04:56

(102) Matt Franklin: Pretending To Be In China

How Cool Is This? ·

2021/09/03

An entrepreneur for more than 15 years, Matt has recently begun experiencing issues with the responsiveness of suppliers in China. Can a new strategy that Matt stumbled upon increase the efficiency of your supply chain? And more importantly, is that cool? “It's really hard to get these suppliers and manufacturers to take you seriously.” Get more tips from Matt and listen to his own podcast at rogueretirementlounge.com. Have a cool idea you think should be on the show? Leave us a voicemail at (848)

en

00:04:49

(101) Allison Whitaker: Climate Fresk Game

How Cool Is This? ·

2021/09/03

Allison's facilitates an educational game designed to combat the climate crisis. Will their innovative approach lead to a cooler globe? And more importantly, is that cool? “Imagine if you could take a complex scientific report that defines the problem of climate change and turn it into a game that makes the science easy to understand.” Learn more about the game, developed by Cedric Ringenbach, at climatefresk.org. Have a cool idea you think should be on the show? Leave us a voicemail at (848)

en

00:04:58

(99) Trenton Hudson: KORMA Date Coffee

How Cool Is This? ·

2021/09/03

Trenton loves the taste and smell of coffee but has to think twice before drinking caffeine. Can the coffee he makes from date sees provide a healthier alternative? And more importantly, is that cool? “I actually had a heart attack when I was 20 years old, and caffeine gives me chest pain.” Learn more about KORMA Date Coffee at kormacafe.com. Have a cool idea you think should be on the show? Leave us a voicemail at (848) 863-9917. howcoolisthis.show

en

00:04:56

(100) How Cool Is “How Cool Is This?”

How Cool Is This? ·

2021/09/03

Brian and Nick have spent the better part of the last two years sourcing unique ideas and judging them on how cool they are. Have they figured out what it means to be cool, and more importantly, is that cool? “For episode 100 we are getting a taste of our own medicine. We invited our girlfriends, who have been with us for all these episodes, to answer an extremely important question…how cool is How Cool Is This?” Want to be on the show? Leave us a voicemail at (848) 863-9917. howcoolisthis.show

en

00:04:58

(97) Ryan Manganelli: Melt Problematic Statues to...

How Cool Is This? ·

2021/07/01

Ryan thinks we should melt down statues of problematic historical figures and turn those raw materials into products you can buy. Is that the “win-win-win” that will satisfy all sides of the statue debate? And more importantly, is that cool? “We should melt the statues rather than have them take up space and make everyone angry and use the space for something else.” Have a cool idea you think should be on the show? Leave us a voicemail at (848) 863-9917. howcoolisthis.show

en

00:04:58

(98) Heather Li: It’s Nice To Hear You

How Cool Is This? ·

2021/07/01

Heather started a voice only dating service to help lonely people connect during the pandemic. Can trading only voicemails lead to a love connection? And more importantly, is that cool? “I was just so amazed by the power of voice and the acceleration of intimacy that happened through my experiment.” Listen to Heather’s podcast chronicling the experience, It’s Nice To Hear You, wherever you listen to podcasts. Have a cool idea you think should be on the show? Leave us a voicemail at (848)

en

00:04:59

This Week in Cool presented by Roomkey (June 24)

How Cool Is This? ·

2021/06/25

This Week in Cool is a weekly look into what’s cool, what’s not, and nothing in between. This 5 minute recap of the June 24 season finale covers: Chaos at ‘Redneck Rave’ Fake Tuna at Subway BDSM Positive City Council Candidates and more We’re taking a short break from TWIC, but we’ll be back later this summer with more. Stay up to date with the show at howcoolisthis.show. Music: "Le Hustle", Unknown Artist courtesy of Free Music Archive

en

00:04:59

This Week in Cool (June 17)

How Cool Is This? ·

2021/06/18

This Week in Cool is a weekly look into what’s cool, what’s not, and nothing in between. This 5 minute recap of the June 17 show covers: Man Swallowed By Whale Juneteenth MacKenzie Scott Donates Billions and more Join the season finale of This Week in Cool live in Roomkey on Thursday, June 24, at 8:00 pm EST at howcoolisthis.show/watch Music: "Le Hustle", Unknown Artist courtesy of Free Music Archive

en

00:04:53

REBUTTALS: Kyle Clement on (56) Hire-A-Karen

How Cool Is This? ·

2021/06/11

Kyle, winner of a 2020 Coolio, returns to the show to talk about episode 56, Hire-A-Karen. “I’m trying to gauge interest, not necessarily for people to use the service, but are there people who self-identify as Karens that would be willing to be a part of this service plan?” This episode was recorded live in Roomkey on April 27, 2021. Visit howcoolisthis.show/watch to catch the next Roomkey show.

en

00:04:59

REBUTTALS: Ian Pauley on (52) Cardens

How Cool Is This? ·

2021/06/11

Ian returns to the show to talk about episode 52, Cardens. “We should look to expand this idea to more than just cars and trucks, and maybe think about… if you have a basket on your bike or scooter.” This rebuttal, which also touches on Episode 79, Pauley’s Pockets, was recorded live in Roomkey on April 27, 2021. Get your own custom pocket tee from Pauley’s Pockets at pauleyspockets.com. Visit howcoolisthis.show/watch to catch the next Roomkey show.

en

00:04:59

REBUTTALS: Dani Zoldan on (48) Illegal Comedy

How Cool Is This? ·

2021/06/11

Dani, winner of a 2020 Coolio, returns to the show with a response to episode 48, Illegal Comedy. “I’m not an anti-masker, but in my specific case, I believed you could produce shows in a safe way, which I believe we did.” While comedy venues in New York have reopened, Dani says a few pandemic innovations like Standup NY in the Park will remain. Catch a show at standupny.com. This episode was recorded live in Roomkey on April 27, 2021. Visit howcoolisthis.show/watch to catch the next Roomkey

en

00:04:52

REBUTTALS: Kay Neal on (80) Kids Should Get To Learn...

How Cool Is This? ·

2021/06/11

Kay returns to the show with more information about episode 80, Kids Should Get To Learn Latin. “The people who love classics… they’re not marketers. They’re not thinking like marketers. They’re thinking ‘because this has so much value, there is no need to market it to anyone.” Kay has a Master’s in Latin from the University of Illinois and has developed a free resource for getting started with the language at latinforlife.com/whyyouareright. This episode was recorded live in Roomkey on April 27,

en

00:04:52

This Week in Cool presented by Roomkey (June 3)

How Cool Is This? ·

2021/06/04

This Week in Cool is a weekly look into what’s cool, what’s not, and nothing in between. The full 30 minute show happens live in Roomkey Thursdays at 8:00 pm EDT. This 5 minute recap of the June 3 show covers: Meat Plant Hacked London Sky Pool Donald Trump Shuts Down Blog and more Guest appearances by Judy Reitz & Dana Ferruzzi. Learn more about This Week in Cool and Roomkey at howcoolisthis.show/watch Music: "Le Hustle", Unknown Artist courtesy of Free Music Archive

en

00:04:58

This Week in Cool ft. Molly Barrett (Roomkey, May 27)

How Cool Is This? ·

2021/05/28

This Week in Cool is a weekly look into what’s cool, what’s not, and nothing in between. The full 30 minute show happens live in Roomkey Thursdays at 8:00 pm EDT. Nick was out this week but guest host and cool NYC comedian Molly Barrett joined in his place. This 5 minute recap of the May 27 show covers: CDC tells people not to kiss chickens Tinder adds new feature 'Unathletic' alligator escapes zoo and more Additional contributions come from Judy Reitz, Hannah VanderPoel & Anne Harada

en

00:04:56

(93) Gary Phipps: Pragmatic Prepping

How Cool Is This? ·

2021/05/21

Gary thinks prepping seems harder and more expensive than it needs to be. Will his advice help more people be ready for an emergency situation? And more importantly, is that cool? “If you make it a habit, it can pay off in the long run.” Connect with Gary at http://www.gary-phipps.com/ Have a cool idea you think should be on the show? Leave us a voicemail at (848) 863-9917. howcoolisthis.show

en

00:04:57

(94) Amy Giddon: Daily Haloha

How Cool Is This? ·

2021/05/21

Amy is a tech entrepreneur who built a social and mindfulness app inspired by Post-It Notes. Can Daily Haloha inspire empathy and connect the globe? And more importantly, is that cool? “We ask a single thought-provoking question to the world every day. Everyone reflects on the question, answers it, gives it a mood color, and then sends it off into the world to be delivered randomly and anonymously to one other human.” “3 minutes per day, promise,” said Amy in an email… that’s less time than this

en

00:04:59

(95) Fiona Kong: Home Sweet Homes Co-parenting...

How Cool Is This? ·

2021/05/21

Fiona developed a resource for children of separated parents. Will her new co-parenting journal and planner help keep things cool in potentially uncool situations? And more importantly, is that cool? “It's a physical book that combines the benefits of a planner and journal that always stays with the child as they go back and forth between houses.” See what Home Sweet Homes looks like and get more information about Fiona’s story here. Have a cool idea you think should be on the show? Leave us a

en

00:04:59

(96) Charlie Holtz & Sam Beck: ShlinkedIn

How Cool Is This? ·

2021/05/21

Charlie and Sam think LinkedIn can be improved. Can their new website ShlinkedIn.com provide a better networking experience? And more importantly, is that cool? “ShlinkedIn is a special place where you become an alter ego. You can become a Titan of Industry or a Thought Leader or a Disruptor.” Visit shlinkedin.com to start disrupting. Have a cool idea you think should be on the show? Leave us a voicemail at (848) 863-9917. howcoolisthis.show

en

00:04:52

This Week in Cool presented by Roomkey (May 13)

How Cool Is This? ·

2021/05/14

This Week in Cool is a weekly look into what’s cool, what’s not, and nothing in between. The full 30 minute show happens live in Roomkey Thursdays at 8:00 pm EDT. This 5 minute recap of the May 13 show covers: Jeff Bezos has a new yacht so big it needs a support yacht (ft. Kristian Mundahl) Million dollar lottery for people with COVID vaccinations Woman sneaks into high school for Instagram followers and more The next Roomkey show is May 27 and features a guest host. Learn more at

en

250 results

Similar Podcasts

Voices of Life

APG Mannheim

Promo Estereo Podcast

Promo Estereo

Talking Timelines Podcast

Talkingtimelines

גיקונומי

ראם שרמן ודורון ניר

Drømmefanger

Drømmefanger