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Burnout isn’t just a personal struggle, it’s a structural failure.
In today’s episode, Red & Del unpack staffing gaps, market strain, and why teachers & doctors are collapsing under the system.
Listen now!: linktr.ee/distractiond...
In today’s episode, Red & Del unpack staffing gaps, market strain, and why teachers & doctors are collapsing under the system.
Listen now!: linktr.ee/distractiond...
`Searching for a fresh podcast?
Prefer a purely audio experience?
Want to dive into topics ranging from debunking pseudoscience to lively anime debates?
Check out Distraction Dive today!
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Prefer a purely audio experience?
Want to dive into topics ranging from debunking pseudoscience to lively anime debates?
Check out Distraction Dive today!
[https://linktr.ee/distractiondive]
January 30, 2026 at 11:21 PM
`Searching for a fresh podcast?
Prefer a purely audio experience?
Want to dive into topics ranging from debunking pseudoscience to lively anime debates?
Check out Distraction Dive today!
[https://linktr.ee/distractiondive]
Prefer a purely audio experience?
Want to dive into topics ranging from debunking pseudoscience to lively anime debates?
Check out Distraction Dive today!
[https://linktr.ee/distractiondive]
To gear up for this week's brand new episode of Distraction Dive, Red & Del strongly suggest tuning into last week's show, "Burnout is a Structural Failure."
It will give you essential context for the NEW Distraction Dive episode coming out this Wednesday!
Catch it here:
It will give you essential context for the NEW Distraction Dive episode coming out this Wednesday!
Catch it here:
Burnout is a Structural Failure - Distraction Dive
Red & Del discuss and reframe burnout as structural failure with heavy stats and personal anecdotes. This dense episode covers everything from staffing shortages, to the job market, to why teachers…
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January 26, 2026 at 11:16 PM
To gear up for this week's brand new episode of Distraction Dive, Red & Del strongly suggest tuning into last week's show, "Burnout is a Structural Failure."
It will give you essential context for the NEW Distraction Dive episode coming out this Wednesday!
Catch it here:
It will give you essential context for the NEW Distraction Dive episode coming out this Wednesday!
Catch it here:
Did you miss last week's episode on Remote Viewing?
(possibly because we forgot to share it here 👀)
We dive into the mix of government policies, scientific claims, and cultural myths, perfect for Ghostbusters fans! Discover how pseudoscience sneaks into culture with a side of humor.
Listen here:
(possibly because we forgot to share it here 👀)
We dive into the mix of government policies, scientific claims, and cultural myths, perfect for Ghostbusters fans! Discover how pseudoscience sneaks into culture with a side of humor.
Listen here:
Remote Viewing - Distraction Dive
Red & Del cut through the fog around remote viewing, the Stargate Project and the surprising number of credible names that once vouched for psychic research. We trace the history (mostly through…
www.buzzsprout.com
January 24, 2026 at 7:48 PM
Did you miss last week's episode on Remote Viewing?
(possibly because we forgot to share it here 👀)
We dive into the mix of government policies, scientific claims, and cultural myths, perfect for Ghostbusters fans! Discover how pseudoscience sneaks into culture with a side of humor.
Listen here:
(possibly because we forgot to share it here 👀)
We dive into the mix of government policies, scientific claims, and cultural myths, perfect for Ghostbusters fans! Discover how pseudoscience sneaks into culture with a side of humor.
Listen here:
Burnout isn’t just a personal struggle, it’s a structural failure.
In today’s episode, Red & Del unpack staffing gaps, market strain, and why teachers & doctors are collapsing under the system.
Listen now!: linktr.ee/distractiond...
In today’s episode, Red & Del unpack staffing gaps, market strain, and why teachers & doctors are collapsing under the system.
Listen now!: linktr.ee/distractiond...
January 21, 2026 at 3:16 PM
Burnout isn’t just a personal struggle, it’s a structural failure.
In today’s episode, Red & Del unpack staffing gaps, market strain, and why teachers & doctors are collapsing under the system.
Listen now!: linktr.ee/distractiond...
In today’s episode, Red & Del unpack staffing gaps, market strain, and why teachers & doctors are collapsing under the system.
Listen now!: linktr.ee/distractiond...
Most recently on Dec 17, 2025, we dropped our Season 1 finale where we unpack IQ & IQ testing.
We discuss its origins, and how scores are weaponized for exclusion, the grifts & the gatekeeping, and the real human cost for kids & communities of color.
Be educated: linktr.ee/distractiond...
We discuss its origins, and how scores are weaponized for exclusion, the grifts & the gatekeeping, and the real human cost for kids & communities of color.
Be educated: linktr.ee/distractiond...
January 10, 2026 at 2:08 PM
Most recently on Dec 17, 2025, we dropped our Season 1 finale where we unpack IQ & IQ testing.
We discuss its origins, and how scores are weaponized for exclusion, the grifts & the gatekeeping, and the real human cost for kids & communities of color.
Be educated: linktr.ee/distractiond...
We discuss its origins, and how scores are weaponized for exclusion, the grifts & the gatekeeping, and the real human cost for kids & communities of color.
Be educated: linktr.ee/distractiond...
Oh! How could we forget to talk about the Green Flags episode that was posted on May 30, 2025?
Meant to be a counterpart to their ICKS list episode, Red & Del name what makes someone a keeper in friendship, work, and love.
Healthy connections >>> drama : linktr.ee/distractiond...
Meant to be a counterpart to their ICKS list episode, Red & Del name what makes someone a keeper in friendship, work, and love.
Healthy connections >>> drama : linktr.ee/distractiond...
January 10, 2026 at 1:21 AM
Oh! How could we forget to talk about the Green Flags episode that was posted on May 30, 2025?
Meant to be a counterpart to their ICKS list episode, Red & Del name what makes someone a keeper in friendship, work, and love.
Healthy connections >>> drama : linktr.ee/distractiond...
Meant to be a counterpart to their ICKS list episode, Red & Del name what makes someone a keeper in friendship, work, and love.
Healthy connections >>> drama : linktr.ee/distractiond...
On Jun 6, 2025 Red & Del asked themselves: "what if you could erase your mind to relive iconic media?"
From TV, games, and music, and also why first listens/watches land harder.
No spoilers, just pure nostalgia: linktr.ee/distractiond...
From TV, games, and music, and also why first listens/watches land harder.
No spoilers, just pure nostalgia: linktr.ee/distractiond...
January 9, 2026 at 1:15 AM
On Jun 6, 2025 Red & Del asked themselves: "what if you could erase your mind to relive iconic media?"
From TV, games, and music, and also why first listens/watches land harder.
No spoilers, just pure nostalgia: linktr.ee/distractiond...
From TV, games, and music, and also why first listens/watches land harder.
No spoilers, just pure nostalgia: linktr.ee/distractiond...
🚨 Content Warning! 🚨
This episode of Distraction Dive delves into heavy themes like suicide and depression. We share real talk about vulnerability and personal growth.
Join Red & Del in this SEASON 2 PREMIERE as they explore gratitude and self-acceptance. 🎉🎉🎉
New episodes drop every Wednesday!
This episode of Distraction Dive delves into heavy themes like suicide and depression. We share real talk about vulnerability and personal growth.
Join Red & Del in this SEASON 2 PREMIERE as they explore gratitude and self-acceptance. 🎉🎉🎉
New episodes drop every Wednesday!
Multiverse II: Being Grateful for the *Now* - Distraction Dive
🚨 WARNING! 🚨 This episode of Distraction Dive deals with heavy themes like suicide and depression. If you or a loved one need help, please use this website to find the phone number to call.WELCOME…
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January 7, 2026 at 2:15 PM
🚨 Content Warning! 🚨
This episode of Distraction Dive delves into heavy themes like suicide and depression. We share real talk about vulnerability and personal growth.
Join Red & Del in this SEASON 2 PREMIERE as they explore gratitude and self-acceptance. 🎉🎉🎉
New episodes drop every Wednesday!
This episode of Distraction Dive delves into heavy themes like suicide and depression. We share real talk about vulnerability and personal growth.
Join Red & Del in this SEASON 2 PREMIERE as they explore gratitude and self-acceptance. 🎉🎉🎉
New episodes drop every Wednesday!
We dropped our first ever Cseudoscience Cunday (pronounced "Pseudoscience Sunday) on June 2, 2025!
In this one, Red & Del dive into phrenology — Victorian skull‑bump nonsense, its ties to racism (hello, Django Unchained), and how grifters keep it alive.
Listen here: linktr.ee/distractiond...
In this one, Red & Del dive into phrenology — Victorian skull‑bump nonsense, its ties to racism (hello, Django Unchained), and how grifters keep it alive.
Listen here: linktr.ee/distractiond...
January 7, 2026 at 12:01 AM
We dropped our first ever Cseudoscience Cunday (pronounced "Pseudoscience Sunday) on June 2, 2025!
In this one, Red & Del dive into phrenology — Victorian skull‑bump nonsense, its ties to racism (hello, Django Unchained), and how grifters keep it alive.
Listen here: linktr.ee/distractiond...
In this one, Red & Del dive into phrenology — Victorian skull‑bump nonsense, its ties to racism (hello, Django Unchained), and how grifters keep it alive.
Listen here: linktr.ee/distractiond...
On May 26, 2025, we dug into the 5 Love Languages.
We traced Gary Chapman’s origins, his evangelical roots, and why millions buy the framework despite shaky science.
Check it out here: linktr.ee/distractiond...
We traced Gary Chapman’s origins, his evangelical roots, and why millions buy the framework despite shaky science.
Check it out here: linktr.ee/distractiond...
January 5, 2026 at 11:16 PM
On May 26, 2025, we dug into the 5 Love Languages.
We traced Gary Chapman’s origins, his evangelical roots, and why millions buy the framework despite shaky science.
Check it out here: linktr.ee/distractiond...
We traced Gary Chapman’s origins, his evangelical roots, and why millions buy the framework despite shaky science.
Check it out here: linktr.ee/distractiond...
🚨 POPULAR ANIME SPOILERS AHEAD 🚨
On April 18th, 2025, Red & Del decided to rank their all‑time favorite anime in a brutal, hilarious (cursed) tier list.
With only 3 S‑Tier slots — where do your favorites land?
Listen: linktr.ee/distractiond...
(maybe it was designed to make you mad)
On April 18th, 2025, Red & Del decided to rank their all‑time favorite anime in a brutal, hilarious (cursed) tier list.
With only 3 S‑Tier slots — where do your favorites land?
Listen: linktr.ee/distractiond...
(maybe it was designed to make you mad)
January 4, 2026 at 9:59 PM
🚨 POPULAR ANIME SPOILERS AHEAD 🚨
On April 18th, 2025, Red & Del decided to rank their all‑time favorite anime in a brutal, hilarious (cursed) tier list.
With only 3 S‑Tier slots — where do your favorites land?
Listen: linktr.ee/distractiond...
(maybe it was designed to make you mad)
On April 18th, 2025, Red & Del decided to rank their all‑time favorite anime in a brutal, hilarious (cursed) tier list.
With only 3 S‑Tier slots — where do your favorites land?
Listen: linktr.ee/distractiond...
(maybe it was designed to make you mad)
While we didn't know how these episodes would shape up, we revisited our own Neurodivergence on March 21, 2025.
We talk about what early diagnosis was like for Del, and what it meant for Red to receive his diagnosis at 28. It's funny, solemn, and real.
See if you relate: linktr.ee/distractiond...
We talk about what early diagnosis was like for Del, and what it meant for Red to receive his diagnosis at 28. It's funny, solemn, and real.
See if you relate: linktr.ee/distractiond...
January 3, 2026 at 9:08 PM
While we didn't know how these episodes would shape up, we revisited our own Neurodivergence on March 21, 2025.
We talk about what early diagnosis was like for Del, and what it meant for Red to receive his diagnosis at 28. It's funny, solemn, and real.
See if you relate: linktr.ee/distractiond...
We talk about what early diagnosis was like for Del, and what it meant for Red to receive his diagnosis at 28. It's funny, solemn, and real.
See if you relate: linktr.ee/distractiond...
Red decides to take a detour into Snopes on April 7, 2025.
From cheating‑spouse, urban‑legend roots to today’s fact‑check battleground.
We also unpack why debunking sparks rage, the absurd history of fact‑checking, and whether truth stands a chance.
Learn more!: linktr.ee/distractiond...
From cheating‑spouse, urban‑legend roots to today’s fact‑check battleground.
We also unpack why debunking sparks rage, the absurd history of fact‑checking, and whether truth stands a chance.
Learn more!: linktr.ee/distractiond...
December 24, 2025 at 3:11 PM
Red decides to take a detour into Snopes on April 7, 2025.
From cheating‑spouse, urban‑legend roots to today’s fact‑check battleground.
We also unpack why debunking sparks rage, the absurd history of fact‑checking, and whether truth stands a chance.
Learn more!: linktr.ee/distractiond...
From cheating‑spouse, urban‑legend roots to today’s fact‑check battleground.
We also unpack why debunking sparks rage, the absurd history of fact‑checking, and whether truth stands a chance.
Learn more!: linktr.ee/distractiond...
You guys keep the good news coming here at the end of 2025. 😭😭😭
18 episodes this year, but 500 downloads? That’s INSANE!
Thank you!
Here’s to Season 2 in 2026 🥂
- Red & Del
18 episodes this year, but 500 downloads? That’s INSANE!
Thank you!
Here’s to Season 2 in 2026 🥂
- Red & Del
December 23, 2025 at 6:03 PM
You guys keep the good news coming here at the end of 2025. 😭😭😭
18 episodes this year, but 500 downloads? That’s INSANE!
Thank you!
Here’s to Season 2 in 2026 🥂
- Red & Del
18 episodes this year, but 500 downloads? That’s INSANE!
Thank you!
Here’s to Season 2 in 2026 🥂
- Red & Del
Because we were so GROSSED out by our Harry Harlow episode, on Mar 14, 2025 we talked about our ultimate "ICKS" when it comes to all sorts of people and relationships.
Many relatable rants came from this one: linktr.ee/distractiond...
Many relatable rants came from this one: linktr.ee/distractiond...
December 23, 2025 at 4:12 PM
Because we were so GROSSED out by our Harry Harlow episode, on Mar 14, 2025 we talked about our ultimate "ICKS" when it comes to all sorts of people and relationships.
Many relatable rants came from this one: linktr.ee/distractiond...
Many relatable rants came from this one: linktr.ee/distractiond...
On Feb 10, 2025 we released our darkest episode yet: a deep, difficult convo on Harry Harlow & the Twin Moms experiments.
Behind-the-scenes, this ep changed how we pick topics to protect our mental health.
We didn’t even make cover art for this one.
Discretion advised: linktr.ee/distractiond...
Behind-the-scenes, this ep changed how we pick topics to protect our mental health.
We didn’t even make cover art for this one.
Discretion advised: linktr.ee/distractiond...
December 23, 2025 at 12:16 AM
On Feb 10, 2025 we released our darkest episode yet: a deep, difficult convo on Harry Harlow & the Twin Moms experiments.
Behind-the-scenes, this ep changed how we pick topics to protect our mental health.
We didn’t even make cover art for this one.
Discretion advised: linktr.ee/distractiond...
Behind-the-scenes, this ep changed how we pick topics to protect our mental health.
We didn’t even make cover art for this one.
Discretion advised: linktr.ee/distractiond...
On Mar 7, 2025 we dropped our first "Multiverse" episode.
An unscripted, existential convo we call "A Love Letter to Life and the People We Love."
Discussing alternate paths and contrasting it with our realities brought emotional surprises.
Feel the love: linktr.ee/distractiond...
An unscripted, existential convo we call "A Love Letter to Life and the People We Love."
Discussing alternate paths and contrasting it with our realities brought emotional surprises.
Feel the love: linktr.ee/distractiond...
December 22, 2025 at 2:10 PM
On Mar 7, 2025 we dropped our first "Multiverse" episode.
An unscripted, existential convo we call "A Love Letter to Life and the People We Love."
Discussing alternate paths and contrasting it with our realities brought emotional surprises.
Feel the love: linktr.ee/distractiond...
An unscripted, existential convo we call "A Love Letter to Life and the People We Love."
Discussing alternate paths and contrasting it with our realities brought emotional surprises.
Feel the love: linktr.ee/distractiond...
The fun didn't last long though, because on Feb 24, 2025 we dropped Part 2 of our Myers‑Briggs deep dive.
In Part 2, Del exposes the shaky science and how it morphed into modern MLM‑style use.
Tough lesson, essential convo.
Listen: linktr.ee/distractiond...
In Part 2, Del exposes the shaky science and how it morphed into modern MLM‑style use.
Tough lesson, essential convo.
Listen: linktr.ee/distractiond...
December 21, 2025 at 9:59 PM
The fun didn't last long though, because on Feb 24, 2025 we dropped Part 2 of our Myers‑Briggs deep dive.
In Part 2, Del exposes the shaky science and how it morphed into modern MLM‑style use.
Tough lesson, essential convo.
Listen: linktr.ee/distractiond...
In Part 2, Del exposes the shaky science and how it morphed into modern MLM‑style use.
Tough lesson, essential convo.
Listen: linktr.ee/distractiond...
On Feb 21, 2025, before we dropped our second part of our Myers‑Briggs dive, we decided to rate Theater Candy. It became our most controversial episode yet.
Listeners still argue our takes (I guess our opinions were bad).
Decide for yourself!: linktr.ee/distractiond...
Listeners still argue our takes (I guess our opinions were bad).
Decide for yourself!: linktr.ee/distractiond...
December 21, 2025 at 5:59 PM
On Feb 21, 2025, before we dropped our second part of our Myers‑Briggs dive, we decided to rate Theater Candy. It became our most controversial episode yet.
Listeners still argue our takes (I guess our opinions were bad).
Decide for yourself!: linktr.ee/distractiond...
Listeners still argue our takes (I guess our opinions were bad).
Decide for yourself!: linktr.ee/distractiond...
Thank You!
Your love turned our tiny two‑man podcast global??
We’re now streaming in the US, Canada, Sweden, Belgium & Australia and snagging a couple of 2025 shout‑outs on Spotify.
Here’s to an even bigger 2026!
Your love turned our tiny two‑man podcast global??
We’re now streaming in the US, Canada, Sweden, Belgium & Australia and snagging a couple of 2025 shout‑outs on Spotify.
Here’s to an even bigger 2026!
December 21, 2025 at 4:19 PM
Thank You!
Your love turned our tiny two‑man podcast global??
We’re now streaming in the US, Canada, Sweden, Belgium & Australia and snagging a couple of 2025 shout‑outs on Spotify.
Here’s to an even bigger 2026!
Your love turned our tiny two‑man podcast global??
We’re now streaming in the US, Canada, Sweden, Belgium & Australia and snagging a couple of 2025 shout‑outs on Spotify.
Here’s to an even bigger 2026!
Pseudoscience, grifting, and bad intentions always bothered us.
So on Feb 17, 2025 we began a 2‑part dive into Myers‑Briggs. In this episode we look at the origins, the creators, and its intentions.
Start here!: linktr.ee/distractiond...
So on Feb 17, 2025 we began a 2‑part dive into Myers‑Briggs. In this episode we look at the origins, the creators, and its intentions.
Start here!: linktr.ee/distractiond...
December 20, 2025 at 9:08 PM
Pseudoscience, grifting, and bad intentions always bothered us.
So on Feb 17, 2025 we began a 2‑part dive into Myers‑Briggs. In this episode we look at the origins, the creators, and its intentions.
Start here!: linktr.ee/distractiond...
So on Feb 17, 2025 we began a 2‑part dive into Myers‑Briggs. In this episode we look at the origins, the creators, and its intentions.
Start here!: linktr.ee/distractiond...
To follow up the heavy episode on neurodivergence, on Feb 14 of 2025, the boys decided to play “Who You Got in a Fight?”
They put everyone and everything they could think of against one another: Fictional vs. real, anime heroes & billionaires alike.
Listen now!: linktr.ee/distractiond...
They put everyone and everything they could think of against one another: Fictional vs. real, anime heroes & billionaires alike.
Listen now!: linktr.ee/distractiond...
December 20, 2025 at 2:08 PM
To follow up the heavy episode on neurodivergence, on Feb 14 of 2025, the boys decided to play “Who You Got in a Fight?”
They put everyone and everything they could think of against one another: Fictional vs. real, anime heroes & billionaires alike.
Listen now!: linktr.ee/distractiond...
They put everyone and everything they could think of against one another: Fictional vs. real, anime heroes & billionaires alike.
Listen now!: linktr.ee/distractiond...
After Red’s late ADHD diagnosis, Del’s mentorship pushed both hosts to dive even deeper.
That is why on Feb 10, 2025 we released a deep episode on neurodivergence where we discussed the moral, medical, social models and U.S. accessibility gaps.
Listen here!: linktr.ee/distractiond...
That is why on Feb 10, 2025 we released a deep episode on neurodivergence where we discussed the moral, medical, social models and U.S. accessibility gaps.
Listen here!: linktr.ee/distractiond...
December 19, 2025 at 11:21 PM
After Red’s late ADHD diagnosis, Del’s mentorship pushed both hosts to dive even deeper.
That is why on Feb 10, 2025 we released a deep episode on neurodivergence where we discussed the moral, medical, social models and U.S. accessibility gaps.
Listen here!: linktr.ee/distractiond...
That is why on Feb 10, 2025 we released a deep episode on neurodivergence where we discussed the moral, medical, social models and U.S. accessibility gaps.
Listen here!: linktr.ee/distractiond...
Initially, we wanted every Friday episode to be lighter, funnier, and not researched.
So, on Feb 7, 2025 we played a hilarious yet surprisingly deep game of “Would You Rather”, which turned into one of our favorites to this day.
Laugh, think, listen here: linktr.ee/distractiond...
So, on Feb 7, 2025 we played a hilarious yet surprisingly deep game of “Would You Rather”, which turned into one of our favorites to this day.
Laugh, think, listen here: linktr.ee/distractiond...
December 19, 2025 at 3:11 PM
Initially, we wanted every Friday episode to be lighter, funnier, and not researched.
So, on Feb 7, 2025 we played a hilarious yet surprisingly deep game of “Would You Rather”, which turned into one of our favorites to this day.
Laugh, think, listen here: linktr.ee/distractiond...
So, on Feb 7, 2025 we played a hilarious yet surprisingly deep game of “Would You Rather”, which turned into one of our favorites to this day.
Laugh, think, listen here: linktr.ee/distractiond...
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This is Distraction Dive, from the mind of @trueredrevenge.bsky.social.
It’s a privilege to be here.
Join us for the dive 👇
We read books and macrodose Wikipedia so you don’t have to and we’re damn proud of it.
This is Distraction Dive, from the mind of @trueredrevenge.bsky.social.
It’s a privilege to be here.
Join us for the dive 👇
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We read books and macrodose Wikipedia so you don’t have to and we’re damn proud of it.
This is Distraction Dive, from the mind of @trueredrevenge.bsky.social.
It’s a privilege to be here.
Join us for the dive 👇
We read books and macrodose Wikipedia so you don’t have to and we’re damn proud of it.
This is Distraction Dive, from the mind of @trueredrevenge.bsky.social.
It’s a privilege to be here.
Join us for the dive 👇