A Podcast Called Least Important Things
If you’re here, it’s probably because you stumbled onto a podcast called Least Important Things, or more likely, you’re a former high school classmate curiously wondering what the hell Luke Ferris is doing these days.
No matter how you got here, welcome.
Whether you realize it or not, you’ve participated in a community of like-minded fans, supporters, and inner-nerds celebrating the most important of the least important things in pop culture and entertainment.
Here’s what the Least Important Podcast is all about and where we’re headed.
What’s the Least Important Things Podcast?
Least Important Things is a podcast about celebrating the most important of the least important things in pop culture and entertainment. In a world that’s increasingly divided, the seemingly insignificant things in our lives are what give us connection and purpose.
From characters on the big screen to the colors of our favorite team, we are determined by what we love—no matter how trivial it seems.
This show is an exploration of who we are through the least important things that give us purpose.
You can learn more about our mission and values here.
What Type of Podcast is Least Important Things?
If This American Life, Imaginary Worlds, and The Big Picture created a Weird Science podcast robot, it would be called Least Important Things. In layman's terms, the podcast is filled with essays, interviews, and conversations about the seemingly insignificant things in pop culture and entertainment that give us connection and purpose. Here’s an idea of what type of stories you’ll get from Least Important Things.
Specific>general
Questions>answers
Curiosity>opinions
Deep cut>trendy
Evergreen>gotcha headlines
Low key>hype
Click here to listen to the latest episode of Least Important Things.
How Can I Contribute to Least Important Things?
We’re more than a podcast. We have articles and a community of supporters seeking to celebrate, inspire, and delight in the least important things that give us purpose. And guess what? We’re looking for contributors.
If you have an idea for a podcast but don’t have time to set one up, why not join me as a miniseries producer? I’ll handle the tech side, and you bring the idea and conversation.
Do you have thoughts about a new album and need to get them on paper? Do you have a crazy celebrity story you’re dying to share? Are you a student or young professional looking to build your resume? I’m looking for submissions. Check out our articles to get the tone and feel.
Or do you just need to vent about the latest DC movie? Leave a voicemail, send me an email, or DM.
Click here to contribute to Least Important Things.
Who’s the Host of Least Important Things?
Luke Ferris is the host of a podcast called Least Important Things.
“Now, that's a name I've not heard in a long time. A long time […]
Of course, I know him. He’s me.”
I’m quoting Obi-Wan Kenobi here, one because it’s a classic line, and second, because I’m the creator, voice, and name behind Least Important Things.
But I’m not interested in keeping it that way. The podcast is independent and listener-driven. I’m looking for people to join me on this quest to find cultural significance in everything from 90s action movies to the legacy of 1960s pop art.
Together, I hope we can create Least Important Things into a community with little to do with ME and everything to do with WE.
Expect new faces and voices to join the LIT family. In the meantime, here’s the team so far:
Luke Ferris is the creator, host, and producer.
Jay Ferris is the executive producer.
Curtis Felten created the branding and design.
YOU the listeners and community
What Does Least Important Things Mean?
Three quotes inspired the title of Least Important Things. I hope they give you a glimpse of what we’re all about here.
“Football is the most important of the least important things in life.”
-Arrigo Sacchi
“Why else
Are we here if not
To live with unreasonable
Passion for things.”
-Butterflies Rising
“We’re gonna sit at our desks and keep typing while the walls fall down around us because we’re creative. The least important most important thing there is.”
-Don Draper, Mad Men
Now that you know what Least Important Things is all about, why not join us?
P.S. Hi to all my fellow high school classmates. Yes, I’m still the same nerd you watched on our TV news channel every day. Sorry to disappoint.
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