Mall Walking and Unexpected Wisdom: A Nate Knows Nothing Adventure
Nate Knows Nothing with Nate Armbruster
Release Date: 12/20/2023
HBO Maxed Out, TikTok Ruined Caviar, and I Bought Pizza
Nate Knows Nothing with Nate Armbruster
This week on Nate Knows Nothing, I bought a stranger a slice of pizza and accidentally had my most wholesome moment of 2025. Meanwhile, my fake owl has become a pigeon magnet, and the new pope just reignited Chicago’s crosstown baseball beef. Turns out he’s a lifelong White Sox fan, and yes, the Cubs tried to claim him anyway. Over in corporate clownery, HBO Max rebranded back to HBO Max, officially making it the most indecisive streaming service since whatever Quibi was. In Norway, a fruit company opened a banana shipment and found 40 million dollars worth of cocaine, which honestly...
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Teens Are Setting Laptops on Fire and Other Dumb News
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This week on Nate Knows Nothing, I recap a Mother’s Day weekend that included my mom and my mother-in-law watching me do stand-up, so, no pressure there. Meanwhile, teenagers are lighting Chromebooks on fire in school bathrooms as part of the viral , because nothing says “future leaders” like burning laptops for clout. Over in the sports world, Chelsea’s thinks 100 versions of himself could beat up a gorilla if enough of them die first. Makes sense. One guy discovered grass growing out of his bedroom carpet, thanks to some birdseed, a space heater, and what I can only assume is...
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Pope Drops, Mountain Flops, and Cruise Ship Bomb Plots
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This week on Nate Knows Nothing: I got a haircut and instantly regretted it, there’s a new pope from Chicago (allegedly), and a college student tried to climb Mt. Fuji like it was a treadmill at Planet Fitness. We’re talking robot waiters in Havana, a cruise ship bomb threat that somehow made Florida more Florida, and why no one should ever trust me with scissors or plans. Plus: I’m live at The Den Theatre in Chicago this Saturday — don’t miss it (and please don’t call in fake threats if you’re running late).
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Basketball Is Weird and So Am I
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This week, I talk about how much of an idiot I am, which, honestly, could be the theme every week. Then I get into the NBA playoffs and how basketball, while fun to watch, is kind of a ridiculous sport when you really think about it. It’s a mix of personal rambling, light sports commentary, and the usual amount of unnecessary overthinking. If you like jokes with a side of existential dread and hot takes that are more lukewarm, this episode’s for you. Listen now on , , or wherever you get your podcasts—and hit that follow button so I can keep yelling into the void.
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Happy New Year
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I fumble through last-minute shopping, packing fails, and the chaos of a New Year’s Eve wedding, all while pretending to enjoy the holidays. And hey, don’t miss out on the fun – join my for updates on upcoming shows and be the first to know where I’m headed next.
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Too Many Christmas Cookies and a Corporate Gig
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This week, I'm talking about the people who dress up as Santa, why cookie exchanges are just a sneaky way to make you eat 1,000 calories in one sitting, and the rare joy of having nice neighbors. Oh, and I'll fill you in on a corporate gig I did recently because nothing says Christmas like telling jokes in a conference room. Tune in! And hey, don’t miss out on the good stuff – join my to get updates on upcoming shows. Sign up now, and you’ll be the first to know where I'm headed next.
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Gas Money, Random Thoughts, and Everything in Between
Nate Knows Nothing with Nate Armbruster
In this slightly late post-Thanksgiving episode, I share a mix of stories and thoughts, including the time I gave gas money to a stranger and other random musings. It’s a little rambling, a little reflective, and totally unscripted. And hey, don’t miss out on the good stuff – join my to get updates on upcoming shows. Sign up now, and you’ll be the first to know where I'm headed next.
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Coughing in Public and Other Modern Annoyances
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In this episode, Nate shares his thoughts on dealing with public coughing, the frustrations of self-checkout, and the experience of buying a new washer and dryer at Lowe’s. And hey, don’t miss out on the good stuff – join to get updates on his upcoming shows. Sign up now, and you’ll be the first to know where he's headed next.
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Election Stuff and Fruitcake Sucks
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This week, Nate shares funny stories from his life, takes a look at the Election Day aftermath, and wraps things up with a royal twist—the bizarre tale of Queen Elizabeth’s wedding cake, still mysteriously intact after all these years. And hey, don’t miss out on the good stuff – join Nate's to get updates on his upcoming shows. Sign up now, and you’ll be the first to know where he's headed next.
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Healthy Choices, Halloween & Election Jitters
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This week on Nate Knows Nothing, I’m ditching midweek drinks for oatmeal and somehow feeling ancient. Between attempts at eating healthy, Halloween, and the real horror—election season—I’m navigating it all with a bit of humor and a lot of confusion. Join me! And hey, don’t miss out on the good stuff – join my to get updates on my upcoming shows. Sign up now, and you’ll be the first to know where I’m headed next.
info_outlineGet ready for a hilarious and unexpectedly insightful episode of "Nate Knows Nothing," where Nate delves into the world of mall walking after a recent trip to the local shopping center. This episode is a delightful mix of comedy and reflection, as Nate shares his observations on everything from kiosk vendors to the zen-like focus of seasoned mall walkers, and more.
Tune in for an episode that's as entertaining as it is enlightening, and who knows, you might just find yourself lacing up your walking shoes for your next trip to the mall.