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Troubled Waters

MaximumFun.org
Thanksgiving
Taylor Swift
Youtube
Pop Culture Trivia
International Waters
Sweet Potatoes
Apple Crisp
Maxfundrive
Hollywood Strikes
Christmas Movies
Baldur's Gate 3
Comedy Special: Wallpaper
Steamboat Willie
Ozempic
Oscars
Chateau Marmont
Dungeons and Daddies
Spiraling
Disney
Serendipity

Troubled Waters is the pop culture quiz show where comedians disagree to disagree. Twice a month, Dave will stoke pointless arguments between two teams of comedians and make them compete against each other in order to settle their meaningless debates once and for all. Winner takes home the right to be right.

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes305Founded14 years ago
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ImprovComedySociety & Culture

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Latest Episodes

This week our friend Mary Houlihan and Ben Katzner join Dave for some fun in the sun as we say goodbye to summer! 

Ben Katzner would like to plug Troll Hole and Supple Harlot and recommends Mike Lester, Kelsey Cook, and Sam Evans

Mary Houlihan woul... more

This week, our friends Jordan Morris and Meghan Fitzmartin join Dave for Riverdale musicals, New Yorker cartoon captioning, and some good ol fashioned comic book knowledge bidding.

Meghan Fitzmartin would like to plug Mary Sue and recommends Marian ... more

This week, our friends Mary Kate Wiles vs Sean Persaud join Dave for some comic strip theme songs, film adaptations, and memorable quotes from Agnes van Rhijn. 

Mary Kate Wiles would like to plug Shipwrecked Comedy and The Guy Who Didn't Like Musica... more

This week, our friends Denise Winkelman and Bobby Dolan join Dave for some half hearted apologies, body swapped trivia, and Weird Al polka covers.

Bobby Dolan would like to plug Could Be The Move and recommends @fauxtivational_speaker

Denise Winkel... more

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Recent Guests

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Denise Winkelman
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Host of Troubled Waters
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Jessica Lynn Verdi
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Teri Gamble
An actor who hosts the podcast Horror Movie Survival Guide.
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Amy Spalding
Author of the queer romantic comedy 'On Her Terms'
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Riley Silverman
Author and head writer of Troubled Waters, writer of 'Dark Watchers of California'
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Host

Dave Holmes
Host of a pop culture quiz show, engaging audiences with witty banter and humorous competitions.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 969 ratings
  • Happy June 10th

    I started this six months ago and for some reason decided it was really important to listen from start to finish. In the last episode I listened to there was a song about June 10th and today is June 10th so I have decided this is a sign to write a review about how much Ive enjoyed listening to pop culture news from ten years ago. Funny funny show!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    j.sherr
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Love to Play Along!

    I love this show and it’s various pre Covid variations! I love how no matter the amount of “contestants” playing there’s still enough time to play along and try to guess the wild answers. So much fun to play on speakers when friends are over great conversation starters and lots of easy laughs!!! Please keep up the amazing work!!!! We love you Dave!!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dust Bunny Mama
    United States3 years ago
  • Fun show!

    Really fun show! Dave is a great host.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gumbo111
    United States3 years ago
  • Delightful

    Just wanted to write a review to say I love this show and Dave Holmes is delightful.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    likeacactustree
    United States4 years ago
  • Better when it was troubled waters

    The show was much better when it was more of a trivia type game. Now it’s just weird and not as funny. I used to listen regularly when it was uk vs us comedians doing trivia. Now I only listen if I’ve listened to everything else.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    startswithaj
    United States4 years ago

Listeners Say

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Some have expressed nostalgia for earlier formats but maintain a fondness for the current discussions and wit.
Listeners appreciate the engaging format, often highlighting the humor and enjoyable interactions between guests.
Many enjoy the mix of competitive trivia and audience participation, finding it both entertaining and educational.
Positive feedback frequently mentions the charm and skill of the host, adding value to the experience of the show.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#159
United States/Comedy/Improv
Apple Podcasts
#232
United Kingdom/Comedy/Improv
Apple Podcasts
#197
Australia/Comedy/Improv
Apple Podcasts
#49
Sweden/Comedy/Improv
Apple Podcasts
#74
Finland/Comedy/Improv
Apple Podcasts
#82
South Africa/Comedy/Improv

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Dicey Waters: A Troubled Waters Special
Q: John-Luke, you have played a little bit before, correct?
I played on podcasts. I am a podcast-only Dungeons and Dragons player.
Dicey Waters: A Troubled Waters Special
Q: Christian, do you have any experience with D&D?
I saw the movie and besides that, honestly becoming more of a Warhammer 40K guy.
King vs Rebels
Q: What are you working on currently?
Mike Drucker promotes his book, "Good Game No Rematch," and shares details about an event in New York.
King vs Rebels
Q: How are you feeling about the Eurovision Song Contest 2025?
Oscar mentions he is still buzzing from a recent post about a song he recommended, indicating excitement and anticipation.
Peens vs Jeans
Q: Okay. So my story is about...
An Italian soccer club's falconer got fired for posting photos of his own penile implant online.

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

This podcast is a lively competition blending humor and pop culture, where comedians engage in spirited debates on various topics. Each episode features teams contrasting their knowledge and opinions on everything from comic book characters to recent entertainment trends. The lighthearted nature of the discussions allows for both comedic improvisation and insightful commentary, making it appealing for listeners who enjoy both humor and cultural insights. The format encourages participation and interaction, inviting listeners to play along with the pop culture trivia and absurd arguments presented.

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1. Go Fact Yourself
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Troubled Waters launched 14 years ago and published 305 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Troubled Waters include:

1. Bobby Dolan
2. Denise Winkelman
3. Christian Duguay
4. Austin Taylor
5. Dave Holmes
6. Jessica Lynn Verdi
7. Teri Gamble
8. Amy Spalding

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