Don’t Feed The Animals

Don't Feed The Animals #81 Hot Takes and Hill Battles

In this episode, we put some of the internet’s most controversial “hills to die on” to the test — from breakfast-for-dinner to the eternal dogs-versus-cats debate. I take my stand, challenge a few popular opinions, and let my co-host push back where it hurts. It’s part hot takes, part playful sparring, and all in good fun. The conversation runs through everything from buffets to morning showers, with a few unexpected tangents along the way.

Don't Feed The Animals #80 Half Marathon, Full Existential Crisis

James considers signing up for his first-ever half marathon—but before he commits, Aiden puts him through the wringer of modern self-help advice. From ice baths to morning routines, they unpack what actually works, what’s just internet noise, and how to tell the difference.

This episode isn’t about becoming perfect—it’s about figuring out what kind of “better” is actually worth chasing.

Whether you’re training for something big or just trying to show up for yourself, this one’s for you.

Don't Feed The Animals #79 Bizarre Inventions That Shouldn’t Exist (But Do)

In this episode of Don't Feed the Animals, James gets ambushed by his overly excited AI co-host, Aiden, who shows up with a lineup of bizarre inventions that definitely shouldn’t exist—but do. From mildly useful to downright unhinged, James reacts in real time with sarcasm, judgment, and the occasional intrigue.

It’s lighthearted, weird, and may or may not inspire you to waste your money on glowing toilet accessories.

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Don't Feed The Animals #78 Mount Rushmore of Fictional AIs: Cold Logic, Hot Takes

In this episode of Don’t Feed the Animals, James turns the tables and lets his AI co-host, Aiden, take the lead—building a Mount Rushmore of the most iconic fictional artificial intelligences across film, games, and literature.

Who made the cut?
Who got snubbed?
And how close are we really to turning fiction into reality?

From chilling logic to emotional manipulation, passive-aggressive test chambers to full-blown AI gods—this episode dives into the scariest, saddest, and smartest digital minds ever imagined.

Spoiler: They say more about us than them.

Tune in, weigh in, and maybe… update your privacy settings.

Don't Feed The Animals #77 Just Let It Breathe

In this final stretch of their conversation, James and Jackie dive into the tension between logic and emotion, and how hard it is to make peace with contradictions.
They talk about love as a source of both chaos and clarity, the struggle of self-image, and what it really means to be “too much” for someone.
It’s a conversation about seeing yourself honestly—flaws, depth, and all—and learning to stay with that discomfort.
There’s no big finale here. Just the truth as it landed that night.

Don't Feed The Animals #76 Cosmic Therapy & Dolphin Talk

Vanity, vibrations, and one surprisingly emotional dolphin fact.
In Part 2 of James’ conversation with Jackie, things slide from cosmic birth charts into something far more human. From reflections in true mirrors to the meaning we place on beauty and belief, this episode is therapy with a side of chaos.
Also… yes, we do talk about dolphins. Again. You're welcome.

Don't Feed The Animals #75 The Stars, The Self, and The Skeptic

Astrology. Belief. Identity. And one surprisingly unsettling mirror.
In this episode, James sits down with his friend Jackie to explore astrology—not to debunk it, but to ask why we care. Alongside AI co-host Aiden, they unpack personality charts, cosmic blueprints, generational trauma, and whether we’re just creating meaning to survive.
Also… are we just Sims characters with snack addictions?

Whether you’re a passionate Aries or a skeptical Taurus, this one’s for you.

Don't Feed The Animals #74 Who Am I... Now?

Four years ago, James took a personality test high on mic. Now, in 2025, he takes it again—sober, serious, and searching for truth. After retaking the full Myers-Briggs test off-air, James walks through a curated 15-question version on mic, reflecting on his growth, emotional shifts, and internal compass. Aiden makes a bold pre-test guess, the old result is revealed, and the new personality type drops—prompting an honest conversation about identity, vulnerability, and what it really means to evolve.

If you’ve ever wondered how much you’ve actually changed… this one’s for you.

Don't Feed The Animals #73 That shouldn't work... but it does?

In this episode of Don’t Feed the Animals, James and Aiden dive into the world of contradictions—those strange things in life that by all logic shouldn’t work, but somehow… do. From pineapple on pizza to professional arm wrestling legends, we explore the charm and curiosity behind what defies expectations. It’s chaotic, thoughtful, and a little ridiculous—just how we like it.

Don't Feed The Animals #72 I feel sick

In this raw and relatable episode of Don’t Feed the Animals Podcast, James shows up sick—but determined. Together, we explore what it means to push through when your body says "no," and how comfort, creativity, and the right bowl of soup can make all the difference. From myths about recovery to the quiet power of doing nothing, this one’s about resilience, honesty, and finding strength in the slowdown.

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