Free Daily Podcast Summary
Higgenbaum's Mitzvah: Daily Summaries Delivered
by Scott Pinkmountain
A gleaner's garland, abraxas bop. With hallucinatory monologues, unreliable narratives, the laziest of journalistic inclinations, and occasional Artisanal Flarf™, host Scott Pinkmountain attempts to excavate the unconscious, tunneling through the superfund-grade dirt beneath the abandoned strip mall built upon the sacred burial ground, with nothing but his bare hands and a fading expectorant-green glowstick bracelet (stolen from his daughter's bedside) clutched between his teeth. Each episode stands alone unless otherwise noted. (Episodes 1 and 7 are recommended starters) Higgenbaum's Mitzvah is a eulogy for the hyacinth rainbow. The throttlebottom doo-dah at the flicker-flame's trial. Cattywampus yawp, ninnyhammer's neigh. Elegiac dirge of the Anthropocene's twilight, echoing through Shadow Gulch. Canceled event horizon. Extinction boogaloo, debacle bacchanal, hot mess hecatomb. The jitter-glitch shuffle fiasco at the last-gasp hosanna potluck. Warble.
Latest Episodes
The most recent episodes — sign up to get AI-powered summaries of each one.
- Oct 7, 202626 min
Presenting: Fearful Symmetry
Higgenbaum's Mitzvah is currently on break between seasons. We will be back in a couple months, but in the meantime, we'll be sharing some of our favorite shows with you. This month, it's Fearful Symmetry by Bob Paris. Fearful Symmetry is a very close cousin to Higgenbaum's Mitzvah. It's a safe bet that if you like what we do here, you're going to like Fearful Symmetry as well. Nick van der Kolk of Love and Radio – who's a big fan – calls it, "A mix of surreal monologues, conversations, and ephemera." Sound familiar? The episode we're presenting is the first episode of season 2. The entire season is dedicated to exploring one story. It's an extremely rewarding listen. The less known about what you're about to hear, the better, but the episode is titled, "The Hatchet Man Cometh." You can find out more about Fearful Symmetry at www.fearfulsymmetry.org Join the Higgenbaum's Mitzvah mailing list at www.higgenbaumsmitzvah.com Follow along on Instagram @higgenbaum On Bluesky @higgenbaum.bsky.social
- Sep 1, 202655 min
Presenting The Truth
Higgenbaum's Mitzvah is currently on break between seasons. In the meantime, we'll be sharing some of our favorite shows with you. This month, it's The Truth, by Jonathan Mitchell. The Truth is an award-winning dramatic fiction podcast that makes "movies for your ears." The episode you'll be hearing is called, "The Completist." I prefer to go into episodes of The Truth without knowing too much, and I'm going to encourage you to do the same. This one is a wild ride. Stick around after the episode for an interview with Jonathan Mitchell where he shares some insight into his background and his process. <span data-slate-fragment= "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
- Aug 5, 20261h 10m
S2 E20: The Jimmy Buffett Follow-Up Episode
A few months back, I made a documentary about Jimmy Buffett (Ep 17). There was some stuff that happened in the wake of that episode that I wanted to tell you about. This is that. You don't have to have listened to episode 17 before you listen to this. There might be a couple small spoilers, but this is effectively a stand-alone episode. Though if you're interested in learning the true story of the Trop-Rock bard, you'll definitely want to check out that show. Higgenbaum's Mitzvah is produced, written, performed and scored by Scott Pinkmountain Join the Higgenbaum's Mitzvah mailing list at www.higgenbaumsmitzvah.com Follow along on Instagram @higgenbaum On Bluesky @higgenbaum.bsky.social
- Jun 8, 202638 min
S2 E19: Indiana's #1 Yoga Show!
Thanks for joining us, here at Higgenbaum's Yoga Clearinghouse, for your premium yoga experience. Whether you've come for physical, mental, spiritual or congruent plasmatic dimensional health, we've got you covered. Just put your trust our army of rigorously trained yogis and we'll take care of the rest. *Higgenbaum's Mitzvah is not responsible for any injuries (psychic, moral or otherwise) incurred during the consumption of their Yogatic(TM) products. Anything bad that happens to you is because you deserved it from actions perpetrated in a previous or future life. All responsibility belongs to other parties. Except for good stuff, which is solely the property of Higgenbaum's Mitzvah PLC, registered in Turduckistan. Higgenbaum's Mitzvah is produced, written and performed by Scott Pinkmountain Music by: Brian Eno – Music for Airports Merzbow – Yellow Hyper Balls Vinyasa Boombatz performed by Donnie Lightning Join the Higgenbaum's Mitzvah mailing list at www.higgenbaumsmitzvah.com Follow along on Instagram @higgenbaum On Bluesky @higgenbaum.bsky.social
- May 1, 202658 min
S2 E18 Friend Indeed
When the going gets tough, it's important to seek love and support from your greater community of sympathetic friends and family. If the going is going to get much tougher than this, shelter in place. And yes, I call a simile a metaphor in this episode. I blame the writer. Higgenbaum's Mitzvah is produced, written and performed by Scott Pinkmountain Special thanks to Levi Fuller of Passenger Pigeon Music by: Yo La Tengo – Everyday Yo La Tengo – Sea Urchins Can – Fizz (Live) Can – Paris 73 Zwei Yo La Tengo – The Sea Horse Passenger Pigeon – Fucking Do Something Passenger Pigeon – At the Funeral, Someone Handed Me a Box Grateful Dead - New Speedway Boogie Join the Higgenbaum's Mitzvah mailing list at www.higgenbaumsmitzvah.com Follow along on Instagram @higgenbaum On Bluesky @higgenbaum.bsky.social
- Mar 19, 20261h 37m
S2 E17 Odd Ducks Aud Docs Presents: Jimmy Buffett
Odd Ducks Aud Docs Presents the Official Unofficial Audio Biography of Jimmy Buffett. We are proud to bring you this explosive, documentary story of the shocking, untold secret life of one the 20th centuries most beloved songsters. Higgenbaum's Mitzvah is produced, written, performed and scored by Scott Pinkmountain Cast in order of Appearance: Blart Hogglestench – Himself Wilber Wilber – Emmanuel Atalaphe Translator – Kelly Herbinson Pingu Ballrash – Himself Fezzle Freeley – Sam Amidon Mama Buffett – Patrice Zappa Porter Warren Buffett – Bob Marsh Dr. Bran Elt – Lesna Smada Countess Tippie Whippleworth – Katie Schmid Lunch Albert – George Chen Mervyn Worble – Gene Baker Brett Dennen – Himself Jordon Jardin – Himself El Noche – Himself Music by Gene Baker Original Buffett Song: Ben Lee – harmonica Steve Hogan – keyboards John Nuhn – bass Scott Pinkmountain – drums, guitar, voice Michael Zapruder – good guitar Additional Music: The Elephant Never Forgets – Jean-Jeaques Perrey Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas – Marcus Johnson This Christmas – Don Diego Join the Higgenbaum's Mitzvah mailing list at www.higgenbaumsmitzvah.com Follow along on Instagram @higgenbaum On Bluesky @higgenbaum.bsky.social
- Feb 24, 202632 min
Bonus Episode - A Conversation on Nonviolence with Blase Bonpane, III
In this bonus episode, I have a conversation with nonviolence expert (and longtime friend), Blase Martin Bonpane, III, about his reaction to something from episode 16, TV Guide. I had a few anti-ICE spots in there, one of which raised concerns from Blase when he heard it. I thought I'd take the opportunity to give broader voice to Blase's thoughts and share them with you all here. Please note, this is not a regular episode of the show – it's supplemental material. If you're looking for a dose of the "standard" material, please look elsewhere! If you are interested in hearing the conversation, but haven't listened to Episode 16, TV Guide yet, no fears. There's no real spoilers and I play the part we talk about, so you can dive in here without any preparation. Here's a link to the video that Blase and I discuss. https://www.youtube.com/shorts/CURm-PBBAzM Video by Jacopo Andreini Voiceover by Beth Lisick #nonviolence, #politicalcomedy
- Jan 12, 202648 min
S2 E16 TV Guide
Remember back when we all used to be woken at the exact same moment by nuclear synchronized neural strobe, unbuckle from our rejuvenation pods, remove our driplines and strap on our unigoggles to succumb to CHANNEL ONLY? I don't recall anyone complaining about lack of choice, but then again, those memories were likely erased in the #whiteout. But I do remember the pleasure of universal collective zany escapade rehashing that would occur during untethered time at the rehydrating zone. Ah, those where the chronometric sub-units! While the violent atomization of society has been exacerbated by the overwhelming proliferation of commercial manipulation falsely equivalated with free choice, at least it's diverting! Today's episode is here to help guide you through a single hour of television viewing options. This episode is especially made for listeners who either like or don't like TV. Higgenbaum's Mitzvah is produced, written, performed and scored by Scott Pinkmountain Additional Voice – Beth Lisick Additional Music: Dramatic Epic Background – Dmitry Taras Bright Inspiration and Calm Corporate – AleXZavesa Be Child – Steve Kaldes Join the Higgenbaum's Mitzvah mailing list at www.higgenbaumsmitzvah.comFollow along on Instagram @higgenbaumOn Bluesky @higgenbaum.bsky.social #television #tvguide #tv #channelsurfing #tvcritic #tvcritique #interdimensionalcable #tvchannels #tvhumor #fuckice #anitice #noice #meltice #mustseetv
About Higgenbaum's Mitzvah
A gleaner's garland, abraxas bop. With hallucinatory monologues, unreliable narratives, the laziest of journalistic inclinations, and occasional Artisanal Flarf™, host Scott Pinkmountain attempts to excavate the unconscious, tunneling through the superfund-grade dirt beneath the abandoned strip mall built upon the sacred burial ground, with nothing but his bare hands and a fading expectorant-green glowstick bracelet (stolen from his daughter's bedside) clutched between his teeth. Each episode stands alone unless otherwise noted. (Episodes 1 and 7 are recommended starters) Higgenbaum's Mitzvah is a eulogy for the hyacinth rainbow. The throttlebottom doo-dah at the flicker-flame's trial. Cattywampus yawp, ninnyhammer's neigh. Elegiac dirge of the Anthropocene's twilight, echoing through Shadow Gulch. Canceled event horizon. Extinction boogaloo, debacle bacchanal, hot mess hecatomb. The jitter-glitch shuffle fiasco at the last-gasp hosanna potluck. Warble.
Customized Recaps
AI-powered recaps with compact key takeaways, quotes, and insights.
Straight to Your Inbox
Get key takeaways from Higgenbaum's Mitzvah in a 5-minute read.
Save Hours Every Week
Stay current on your favorite podcasts without falling behind.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Podzilla's Higgenbaum's Mitzvah daily summary?
It's a free AI-powered email that summarizes new episodes of Higgenbaum's Mitzvah as soon as they're published. You get the key takeaways, notable quotes, and links & mentions — all in a quick read.
How does the Higgenbaum's Mitzvah podcast summary work?
When a new episode drops, our AI transcribes and analyzes it, then generates a personalized summary tailored to your interests and profession. It's delivered to your inbox every morning.
Is this an official Higgenbaum's Mitzvah product?
No. Podzilla is an independent service that summarizes publicly available podcast content. We're not affiliated with or endorsed by Scott Pinkmountain.
Can I get summaries of other podcasts too?
Absolutely! The free plan covers up to 3 podcasts, any in the catalog. Basic raises that to 15, Pro to 40 and Max to 100. Browse our full catalog at /podcasts.
How often does Higgenbaum's Mitzvah release new episodes?
Higgenbaum's Mitzvah publishes monthly. Our AI generates a summary within hours of each new episode.
What topics does Higgenbaum's Mitzvah cover?
Higgenbaum's Mitzvah covers topics including Comedy, Fiction. Our AI identifies the specific themes in each episode and highlights what matters most to you.
Start getting Higgenbaum's Mitzvah summaries tomorrow morning.
Free forever for up to 3 podcasts. No credit card required.
Free forever for up to 3 podcasts. No credit card required.