The Best Things

The Best Things

Craig Woodson, Aaron Brooks

Episodes 175
Avg. Duration 1h 15m
Activity Declining
Apple Rating 4.6 (18)
Since Aug 2019
Latest Episode May 2026

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Schedule
Weekly
Format
Episodic
Consistency
62%
Hosting
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About This Podcast

Two guys searching for the best things in food, culture and entertainment. Each week, Craig and Aaron discuss and debate topics like "What is the Best Pizza Topping?", "Who was the best Batman?" and "Who is the best celebrity named Will?". Once they've narrowed it down, we throw them in a bracket style competition to determine which one is... The Best Thing! Send us your thoughts, email us at [email protected] or find us on all the socials @bestthingspod

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Recent Episodes

King of the Grill

May 13, 2026 52m

Today we’re firing up the grill and asking one of the most important questions in backyard cookout history: what is the best meat to grill?Is it the classic hamburger? The dependable hot dog? A…

Who Drafted the Better Superhero Team?

Apr 29, 2026 47m

This week, it’s Craig vs Aaron in the ultimate superhero team draft.We each built a full team across 9 categories like Leader, Fast, Strong, Moral Compass, Specialist, Non-Human, Smart, Wildcard, and…

Houston, We Have Opinions

Apr 15, 2026 45m

This week, we’re going to space.With Artemis II laying groundwork to send humans to the Moon again, we figured it was the perfect time to dive into one of our favorite movie categories… space…

What's the Best Water?

Apr 01, 2026 45m

Not all water is created equal.In this episode of The Best Things, we break down everything you didn’t know you needed to know about water. From bottled vs tap, to ice vs no ice, to the vessels that…

This Changes Everything (It Really Doesn’t)

Mar 30, 2026 8m Bonus

Big news. Huge, honestly. Groundbreaking stuff.We’re moving our episode release day from Monday to Wednesday.Yes, we know. Take a second. Sit down if you need to.In this very important,…

Mad About March Madness!

Mar 16, 2026 1h 14m

March Madness is back, and so are we.In this episode, Craig and Aaron revisit one of the most exciting times in sports and break down all the things that make the NCAA Tournament so great. From…

Old School vs New School: Was It Actually Better Back Then?

Feb 23, 2026 1h 35m

Was old school stuff better… or are we just nostalgic?In this episode, Craig and Aaron dive into the great debate: old school vs new school. From technology and entertainment to games, food, and…

Fast Food Chicken Nuggets

Feb 16, 2026 1h 20m

This week on The Best Things with Craig and Aaron, we tackle one of the most important culinary debates of our time…Who has the best fast food chicken nuggets?We grabbed nuggets from the biggest…

Winter Olympics Explained (Sort Of)

Feb 09, 2026 1h 20m

The Winter Olympics are back, and we could not resist digging in. From the sports that make total sense to the ones that feel like someone invented them on a dare, we talk through what’s actually…

Cold Outside. Comfort Food Inside.

Jan 26, 2026 1h 30m

Snow days have a way of slowing everything down. School gets canceled, schedules disappear, and suddenly all you want is something warm, familiar, and incredibly comforting.So that’s exactly what we…

We're Feeling Blue...

Jan 19, 2026 1h 18m

What do Smurfs, blueberries, blue jeans, and the Detroit Lions all have in common? They’re blue. But which blue thing reigns supreme?In this episode, we dive headfirst into the color blue. We debate…

The Most Delicious Time of the Year

Dec 22, 2025 1h 29m

It’s the most delicious time of the year. This week, we’re breaking down the best Christmas foods and asking the questions that really matter. Sweet or savory. Nostalgic or overrated. The dishes that…

Ranking the Best Christmas Characters

Dec 15, 2025 1h 19m Bonus

It’s a Christmas themed episode of The Best Things Podcast as Craig and Aaron break down the most memorable characters from Christmas movies and TV specials, debate the heavy hitters, and bracket it…

The Greatest Christmas Movie Is...

Dec 09, 2025 1h 18m

Christmas movies are not just movies, they are a whole vibe. In this episode of The Best Things, Craig and Aaron dive into the snow globe of holiday cinema and talk about the films that make…

Streaming Wars 3: Return of the Stream

Nov 17, 2025 1h 20m

Craig and Aaron are back with part three of their multi-year journey through the wild world of TV and movie streaming. A lot has changed since the last time they opened up this can of digital worms,…

We tried MORE Pumpkin Spice Snacks

Oct 27, 2025 1h 3m

Pumpkin spice round two! Craig and Aaron continue their snack-tasting marathon as the pumpkin takeover gets even weirder. Will pumpkin spice live up to the hype, or have we finally hit the limit?…

We Ate EVERY Pumpkin Spice Snack

Oct 20, 2025 1h 5m

It’s officially pumpkin spice season — and we’re going all in. Craig and Aaron hit up Walmart and grabbed every pumpkin spice snack they could find. From breakfast foods to desserts and everything in…

Weird Origins of Common Phrases

Oct 06, 2025 1h 16m

Ever wonder why we say things like “raining cats and dogs” or “break the ice”? In this episode, Craig and Aaron dig into the wild, weird, and sometimes downright hilarious origins behind everyday…

NFL Stadium Foods

Sep 22, 2025 1h 12m Bonus

This one has been sitting in the vault for a while… and for good reason. A while back, we recorded an episode all about the best NFL stadium foods, but let’s just say it didn’t quite live up to our…

The Great Pizza Chain Race

Sep 15, 2025 1h 17m

Which pizza chain really takes the crown? In this episode of The Best Things, Craig and Aaron dig into the top pizza chains, ranking them on flavor, quality, and overall experience. But there’s a…

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