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The Thing Is...

GaS Digital Network
Comedy
Relationships
Paranormal Experiences
Dating Apps
Ayahuasca
Kratom
Ghosts
Substance Abuse Recovery
Bar Fights
Power Hour
Personal Trauma
Threesomes
LGBTQ+
Kraken
Alcohol Consumption
Dating Stories
Bad Dates
Trauma
Grief
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Shannon Lee and Mike Figs get together weekly with interesting guests in comedy, reality TV, porn and every other walk of life to find out about their nightmare date stories, paranormal experiences and street fight stories! It gets crazy, hysterical, scary and shocking as they uncover stories you won't hear on other podcasts only here on The Thing Is...(ding!)

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Comedian Joe List joins Shannon And Figs! They discuss Shannon's history with Joe/YKWD, Fig's invention, Joe's story about ejaculation and pleasuring a partner, Joe and Fig's formative 3rd grade memories, a funny bodycam video, and so much more!

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Comedians Dan St. Germain and Sean Donnelly join Shannon and Figs and discuss Figs' foreclosed business debts, how Sean ruined Dan's life, Doormen vs Cab Drivers, Dan and Sean's bad date, fight and paranormal stories, and so much more.

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Shannon and Figs celebrate New Year's Eve by talking about goals, favorite moments and highlights of the year, and discuss Shannon's Christmas flu story, the Jersey Shore, Fig's sniffing controversy so much more!

Air Date: 12/30/25

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(Replay for Christmas 2025.) Shannon and Figs decided to celebrate Christmas time by drinking as much hard seltzer as they can handle with a full power hour plus drinking every minute while telling stories about Shannon working a cop party instead of... more

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Recent Guests

Sean Donnelly
Comedian and co-host of Burbs Bros Podcast
Burbs Bros Podcast
Episode: 466: Hard Justice (Dan St. Germain & Sean Donnelly)
Dan St. Germain
Comedian and co-host of Burbs Bros Podcast
Burbs Bros Podcast
Episode: 466: Hard Justice (Dan St. Germain & Sean Donnelly)
Priya Blunts
Comedian and first-time guest on the show, recognized from various GaS Digital shows
GaS Digital
Episode: TTI 464: Serial Spitter (Priya Blunts)
Ian Fidance
Comedian and host of Be An Ian With Jordan
Episode: 461: Skankfest Haunting (Ian Fidance & Sidney Gantt)
John Gualtieri
New Orleans ghost hunter
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Episode: 460: Live From Skankfest 2025 (New Orleans Ghost Hunter)
Shane Gillis
Stand-up comedian and podcaster, co-host of Matt and Shane's Secret Podcast
Matt and Shane's Secret Podcast
Episode: 99 - Carp Sushi (Shane Gillis) - Classic Episode
KP Burke
Comedian and host of the American Loser podcast
American Loser podcast
Episode: 459: Irish Milkshakes (KP & Larry Burke)
Larry Burke
Father of KP Burke
Episode: 459: Irish Milkshakes (KP & Larry Burke)
Tristan Bowling
Comedian and Podcaster
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Episode: 457: Banging On Hoods (Tristan Bowling)

Hosts

Shannon Lee
Co-host known for her engaging storytelling and humor, often sharing personal anecdotes and facilitating lively discussions.
Mike Figs
Co-host renowned for his comedic perspective and engaging personality, often bringing lively energy to discussions with guests.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 561 ratings
  • Chill cast

    Chill podcast great to listen to when looking to relax and forget about the world.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    s20milla
    Canada4 months ago
  • Shannon and mike

    Good casual podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    threeloons
    Canada8 months ago
  • Ding

    The most underrated show on the network it’s incredible how funny this show is and Shannon is very relatable and insightful. Figgs when he’s on a roll is one of the funniest guys on the planet. P.S ghosts are real

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Moshman666
    United States9 months ago
  • Leah Lamarr never again.

    Listened to this show for years. Never had a worse guest than Leah Lamarr. Stuck-up, rich, crazy lady. She just tried to subtle brag about her money and her husband. Miserable listen

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    podreviewquy
    United States9 months ago
  • Ding!

    Love to listen to Shannon, Figs and guests!! Thanks to Tracey and Noelle for turning me on.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Erin Mac76
    United States10 months ago

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Many reviews emphasize the entertaining nature of the stories shared, especially those pertaining to dating and paranormal experiences.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

466: Hard Justice (Dan St. Germain & Sean Donnelly)
Q: Do you have any nightmares or scary experiences to share?
Sean describes a dream involving his deceased grandmother that felt very real.
466: Hard Justice (Dan St. Germain & Sean Donnelly)
Q: Did you see any movies recently?
Yes, they discuss the movie 'Begonia' and 'Age of Disclosure'.
467: Not a Nerd (Joe List)
Q: What's a story about your worst date experience or weirdest sexual experience?
Joe List recounts a date where he struggled with nerves and had to deal with an outbreak of herpes while dating a woman, making for a humorous but awkward experience.
462: Eating The Demon (Ian Lara & Josh Adam Meyers)
Q: Did that cousin go back to jail again since then?
No, he never went back. He's been good.
99 - Carp Sushi (Shane Gillis) - Classic Episode
Q: So you guys are serious, exclusive now?
I fucking hope.

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A dynamic and entertaining exploration of life from a comedic perspective, featuring hosts Shannon Lee and Mike Figs. The content revolves around humorous anecdotes, particularly focusing on nightmare date stories, paranormal experiences, and bizarre encounters, all layered with comedic insights. Listeners can expect an engaging mix of personal tales related to dating mishaps, spooky incidents, and lively discussions with a variety of guests from diverse backgrounds including comedy, reality TV, and beyond. This podcast stands out by offering a distinctive blend of humor and human experiences that invite laughter while exploring the sometimes darker side of life, making it particularly relatable for a broad audience.

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1. Sean Donnelly
2. Dan St. Germain
3. Priya Blunts
4. Ian Fidance
5. John Gualtieri
6. Shane Gillis
7. KP Burke
8. Larry Burke

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