Rephonic
Artwork for Nonsense

Nonsense with cj little and Jeff Parker

cj little and Jeff Parker
Artificial Intelligence
Spacex
Google
Wildfires
Tesla
Public Health
Climate Change
China
Apple
California
Artificial Light
International Space Station
Measles
Openai
Tariffs
Misinformation
H5N1
Nvidia
Meat Consumption
Los Angeles

Nonsense desperately tries to make sense of today’s business, technology, and (sometimes) entertainment headlines. Not too serious and occasionally funny, join technologist cj little and leggy blonde Jeff Parker for their unique take on the past week. While we can’t promise you’ll laugh every week, we can promise you’ll learn something new (and maybe even interesting). New episodes drop every Tues... more

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes201Founded3 years ago
Number of ListenersCategories
NewsTech News

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for Nonsense

Latest Episodes

Is that video real, or is it just another LLM-generated nightmare designed to make you angry? Welcome to the post-authentic era, where the marginal cost of producing a convincing lie has dropped to zero. In this episode the boys peel back the curtain... more

(0:00) Pre-Show

(0:46) Open

(1:47) cj's week: Summer, Pool, BBQng!

(3:22) Jeff's Week: Phat Spiders, FIFA Scanning

(8:33) Headline: Why the US Government Just Pulled the Plug on Mythos 5 and Fable 5

(17:33) Headline: No Human Required: Inside Uk... more

(0:00) Open

(0:48) The Unknown Side of Mosquitos

(3:38) Good News: Mosquitos Don’t Bite

(5:45) But They Are War Heroes

(11:27) THAT Full Moon Fever

(12:59) ¡Pie Queso!

(14:56) They Gave Us Jurassic Park

(16:05) But It’s Only The Females…

(18:... more

(0:00) Pre-Show

(0:48) Open

(1:55) National Forklift Safety Day

(2:21) cj's week: Forklifts & Car Lifts

(5:10) Jeff's Week: AGM Car Batteries and EV Sticks

(6:41) Headline: Valuation Expert Sees Spacex Worth $1.3T, Below IPO Target

(14:00) Head... more

Key Facts

Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

The Vergecast
The VergecastThe Verge
Pivot
PivotNew York Magazine
Lovett or Leave It
Lovett or Leave ItLovett or Leave It
Pod Save America
Pod Save AmericaPod Save America

Hosts

Jeff Parker
Host of Nonsense with cj little and Jeff Parker; long-running tech commentator with a practical, skeptical angle.
CJ Little
Co-host of Nonsense with cj little and Jeff Parker; known for clear, data-informed commentary and quick banter.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 25 ratings
  • Brilliant, Hilarious Show!

    These phenomenal guys do an amazing job of breaking down the ins and outs of technological advances, along with the theoretical implications and practical applications. I learn a ton and bust out laughing AT LEAST ten times an episode!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Professor VCT
    United States2 years ago
  • An easy learn

    Hugely enjoyable and just the right side of the tech rubicon for me - the best bit is keeping CJ to an hour of talking, remarkable…..

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ben Englishman in wales
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • I liked it, but…

    I’m also in it, so I’m biased. Hopefully it falls somewhere between “the worse thing you’ve ever heard” and “white noise”.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ibcj
    United States3 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

A fun, accessible tech-inclined show with smart takes and humor.
The hosts have great chemistry and make complex topics approachable for a broad audience.
A few listeners feel one host dominates too much or the pace can feel uneven at times.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#56
Sweden/News/Tech News
Apple Podcasts
#69
New Zealand/News/Tech News

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

HEADLINES: Google’s Red Button, Leaky Tea, & Reweables FTW!
Q: Have you developed your App Store yet that you're going to put up on the Play Store?
The hosts jokingly discuss the idea of a fictitious Nonsense App Store that would humorously not work.
The Anti-Vax Backlash: Measles Makes a Comeback
Q: If you could send one clear message now to every parent, policymaker, and healthcare worker about Measles right now, what would it be?
Vaccinate, advocate and eliminate this thing. It is really so easy to do. We have the science, it's well trusted.
Ghost in the Sky: How the B-2 Redefined Air Power
Q: What challenges do B-2 pilots face on long missions?
Pilots face numerous challenges, including the absence of sufficient onboard accommodations and must adapt to extended missions of 30 hours or more.
Ghost in the Sky: How the B-2 Redefined Air Power
Q: What was the purpose of the B-2 and why did we need it?
The B-2 was developed to replace older bombers that couldn't meet new strategic needs, embodying advancements in stealth technology and providing a capability for long-range, heavy payload delivery.
When an AI Shuts Down, Does it Lose 21 Grams?
Q: At what point do you think you would consider your children transitioning from purely instinctive beings to being conscious individuals?
Consciousness begins in utero, and it develops over time.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About Nonsense

What is Nonsense about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show blends tech news, business trends, and lighthearted pop culture with a contrarian, skeptical bent. Across recent episodes, the hosts depth-dive into subjects like AI infrastructure, data footprints, the economics of prediction markets, car sales tactics, and the broader societal implications of technology and policy. The tone stays brisk and humorous, often anchoring arguments with concrete examples, practical takeaways, and memorable anecdotes. A standout quality is the duo's chemistry: they push each other on controversial takes while remaining accessible, making complex topics feel approachable for curious, tech-minded listeners who enjoy thoughtful banter as much as data-driven insight.

Where can I find podcast stats for Nonsense?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for Nonsense. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to Nonsense and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does Nonsense get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for Nonsense, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for Nonsense?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for Nonsense, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does Nonsense have?

To see how many followers or subscribers Nonsense has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to Nonsense?

These podcasts share a similar audience with Nonsense:

1. The Vergecast
2. Pivot
3. Lovett or Leave It
4. The Bulwark Podcast
5. Pod Save America

How many episodes of Nonsense are there?

Nonsense launched 3 years ago and published 201 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact Nonsense?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for Nonsense?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for Nonsense from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for Nonsense?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of Nonsense. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days