Synopsis
Need distracting? Comedians Brian O'Sullivan and Jamie Pierce are here to entertain, educate and enlighten (among other alliterative verbs). When all the horrible news of the world leaves an unpleasant taste in your mouth, cleanse your palate with this soothing sorbet of a podcast. Play games, sing songs, learn new things! Join Brian and Jamie as they focus on trivial matters made to seem significant so you'll forget, at least temporarily, our daily slow trek into the newly opened portal to hell. Enjoy!
Episodes
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![Best of Necessary Distraction]()
Best of Necessary Distraction
07/02/2019 Duration: 27minNecessaryDistraction.com facebook.com/NecessaryDistraction twitter.com/NeedDistracting instagram.com/NeedDistracting
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![Distracted by Homing Pigeons]()
Distracted by Homing Pigeons
09/08/2018 Duration: 31minThis week on Necessary Distraction, Brian and Jamie let Jesus take the wheel - assuming he's available.
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![Distracted by Flight Attendants]()
Distracted by Flight Attendants
26/07/2018 Duration: 39minThis week on Necessary Distraction, Brian writes the songs that make the whole world laugh while Jamie dines with some carnivorous Catholics.
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![Distracted by Bigfoot]()
Distracted by Bigfoot
12/07/2018 Duration: 39minThis week on Necessary Distraction, Brian's Cup runneth over while Jamie's mem'ries light the corners of his mind (and his TV).
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![Distracted by the Village People]()
Distracted by the Village People
28/06/2018 Duration: 39minThis week on Necessary Distraction, Brian speaks the 7 words you can say on a podcast while Jamie tells of a paddle sport career cut short.
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![Distracted by Budgets and Headshots]()
Distracted by Budgets and Headshots
14/06/2018 Duration: 38minThis week on Necessary Distraction, Brian is going for broke while Jamie puts his best face forward.
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![Distracted by Arrested Development and Fad Diets]()
Distracted by Arrested Development and Fad Diets
24/05/2018 Duration: 43minThis week on Necessary Distraction, Brian reboots his love for classic TV while Jamie is hungry for less.
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![Distracted by Huey Lewis (with special guest Joey Christopoulos)]()
Distracted by Huey Lewis (with special guest Joey Christopoulos)
17/05/2018 Duration: 38minThis week on Necessary Distraction, Brian and Jamie welcome comedian Joey Christopoulos to discuss everything on this YouTube playlist
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![Distracted by Mom]()
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![Distracted by Seasonal Allergies and LA Traffic]()
Distracted by Seasonal Allergies and LA Traffic
03/05/2018 Duration: 35minThis week on Necessary Distraction, Brian's symptoms are nothing to sneeze at while Jamie is stuck on his fellow commuters.
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![Distracted by Line Memorization and Dental Exams]()
Distracted by Line Memorization and Dental Exams
26/04/2018 Duration: 38minThis week on Necessary Distraction, Brian brags about his large part while Jamie opens wide but keeps his mouth shut.
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![Distracted by Las Vegas!]()
Distracted by Las Vegas!
12/04/2018 Duration: 30minThis week on Necessary Distraction, Brian and Jamie are on location at the Bellagio Hotel and Casino to bring you a special Vegas-themed episode!
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![BONUS: Distracted by Rory OMalley]()
BONUS: Distracted by Rory O'Malley
05/04/2018 Duration: 40minThis week on Necessary Distraction, Brian and Jamie welcome Tony Award-nominated actor and Broadway star of The Book of Mormon and Hamilton, Rory O'Malley to discuss green jello (among other things).
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![Distracted by St. Patricks Day and Paper Towels]()
Distracted by St. Patrick's Day and Paper Towels
22/03/2018 Duration: 33minThis week on Necessary Distraction, Brian considers his heritage an unlucky charm while Jamie finds a certain household product very absorbing.
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![Distracted by Used Cars and Time Changes]()
Distracted by Used Cars and Time Changes
15/03/2018 Duration: 39minThis week on Necessary Distraction, Brian commercializes his talent while Jamie exposes the dark side of saving daylight.
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![Distracted by Celebrity Drop-Ins and Building Permits]()
Distracted by Celebrity Drop-Ins and Building Permits
07/03/2018 Duration: 39minThis week on Necessary Distraction, Brian's famous opening act tell-tales some jokes while Jamie tries to crack the municipal code.
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![Distracted by Golf Balls and Algorithms]()
Distracted by Golf Balls and Algorithms
28/02/2018 Duration: 38minThis week on Necessary Distraction, Brian learns to appreciate his life as a single swinger while Jamie warns that the algorithm is gonna get you.
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![Distracted by Breakups and Nose Jobs]()
Distracted by Breakups and Nose Jobs
22/02/2018 Duration: 32minThis week on Necessary Distraction, Brian learns that breaking up is hard to do (unless it’s February) while Jamie is waiting to exhale (through his right nostril).
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![Distracted by Ski Trips and Queer Eyes]()
Distracted by Ski Trips and Queer Eyes
14/02/2018 Duration: 30minThis week on Necessary Distraction, Brian argues the slippery slope while Jamie uses all 5 of his gay senses.
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![Necessary Distraction LIVE!]()
Necessary Distraction LIVE!
08/02/2018 Duration: 36minRecorded live at Three Clubs in Los Angeles February 2, 2018.
