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Citation Needed

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The Great Gatsby
Julius Caesar
Howard Hughes
F. Scott Fitzgerald
Amish
Large Hadron Collider
New York City
Long Island
Sun Quan
Cao Cao
Terra Nova Expedition
American Culture
Alcohol Poisoning
Transit Of Venus
Yellow Turban Rebellion
CERN
Robert Falcon Scott
Capitalism
Eugenics
Moby Dick

The podcast where we choose a subject, read a single Wikipedia article about it, and pretend we're experts. Because this is the internet, and that's how it works now.

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Guy Fawkes (/fɔːks/; 13 April 1570 – 31 January 1606),[a] also known as Guido Fawkes while fighting for the Spanish, was a member of a group of provincial English Catholics involved in the failed Gunpowder Plot of 1605. He was born and educated in Yo... more

Enshit*ification, also known as crapification and platform decay, is a process in which two-sided online products and services decline in quality over time. Initially, vendors create high-quality offerings to attract users, then they degrade those of... more

Sputnik 1 (/ˈspʌtnɪk, ˈspʊtnɪk/, Russian: Спутник-1, Satellite 1), often referred to as simply Sputnik, was the first artificial Earth satellite. It was launched into an elliptical low Earth orbit by the Soviet Union on 4 October 1957 as part of the ... more

www.outsideonline.com/health/training-performance/maximum-speed/

Taken from this article from Outside Magazine.

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Recent Guests

Heath Enwright
Invited guest, contributor who discusses enshitification and related tech topics
Episode: Enshit*ification
Michael Marshall
World's leading Eli substitute from No Weather Experience and Skeptics with a K
Episode: Storm Chasers

Hosts

Eli Bosnick
Eli is a seasoned comedian and host known for his engaging style, often bringing a humorous take on a variety of topics. His contributions add depth and levity to discussions, making complex subjects accessible and entertaining.
Noah Lugeons
Noah is a co-host who contributes sharp wit and an insightful perspective, often steering discussions with a blend of humor and critical analysis. His expertise in varied subjects enhances the comedic value of the show.
Cecil
Cecil is a co-host who enhances the show's dynamic with his quirky humor and a knack for presenting unusual topics in an entertaining way. He balances laughter with insightful commentary.
Heath
Heath is a co-host known for his engaging storytelling and humorous anecdotes, making complex topics relatable. His contributions add a delightful charm to the show.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 5k ratings
  • This podcast sounds like a litmus test for friendship!

    They seriously outdid themselves in the Competitive Waterslide episode- I had the giggles cleaning my kitchen and making dinner! A big thanks to these guys’ amazing moms & wives for enabling positive and self aware male voices in the podcasting space! I miss my male family members who are lost to the toxic side of masculinity and I just really appreciate listening to normal non-gaslighting but still genuinely funny from a squishy-inner-center of marshmallowy goodness. I love the sister podcasts ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MellowD007
    United States23 days ago
  • Freedom House

    The podcast This Is Love did a fantastic episode about the Freedom House ambulance service a few years ago, interviewing one of the Freedom House EMTs.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    pilateskristen
    United Statesa month ago
  • Heath! Ya’ gonna finish that?

    😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

    Love it..

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    guz42
    United Statesa month ago
  • Unlistenable

    Very weak, very forced humor. Even more forced laughter. Painful and boring.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Rocket54
    Australia2 months ago
  • Laugh out loud funny!!!!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    tabs666
    2 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the unique blend of humor and factual history, often highlighting the show's ability to entertain while offering educational content.
Some fans love the irreverent style and find the hosts genuinely hilarious, forming a connection with their approach to various subjects.
Critics mention feeling that certain humor can be off-putting or too crude for their taste, indicating that the style may not cater to everyone's preferences.

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#236
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#103
India/Society & Culture
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#150
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#164
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#231
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#245
Singapore/Society & Culture

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Storm Chasers
Q: Cecil, what person, place, thing, concept, phenomenon or event will we be talking about today?
We're going to be talking about Storm Chasing.
Time travel claims and urban legends
Q: What are your thoughts on time travel?
It's generally seen as a fantastical concept lacking real evidence, as highlighted by the notion that if it were real, then time travelers would have prevented significant historical events like the rise of Hitler.
Charge of the Light Brigade
Q: This kind of communication nightmare would never happen to the US in a modern battle. Why?
We always make sure to use the right signal.
Charge of the Light Brigade
Q: What is the American politician contribution to fashion?
George W.'s mitten accomplished.
Charge of the Light Brigade
Q: What is the land version of a mutiny called?
It's actually still called a mutiny.

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