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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
Terra Nova Expedition
American Culture
Alcohol Poisoning
Transit Of Venus
Romance Of the Three Kingdoms
CERN
Robert Falcon Scott
Capitalism
Eugenics
Moby Dick
Diethylene Glycol
Arsenic

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.

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes446Founded8 years ago
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George Edward "Rube" Waddell (October 13, 1876 – April 1, 1914) was an American pitcher in Major League Baseball (MLB). A left-hander, he played for 13 years, with the Louisville Colonels, Pittsburgh Pirates, and Chicago Orphans in the National Leagu... more

The 2,500-year celebration of the Persian Empire,[1] officially known as the 2,500-year celebration of the Empire of Iran (Persian: جشن‌های ۲۵۰۰ ساله شاهنشاهی ایران, romanized: Jašn-hây-e 2500 sale’ šâhanšâhi Irân), was hosted by the Pahlavi dynasty ... more

Over 21 days of talking with ChatGPT, an otherwise perfectly sane man became convinced that he was a real-life superhero. We analyzed the conversation.

www.nytimes.com/2025/08/08/technology/ai-chatbots-delusions-chatgpt.html

Mummia, mumia, or originally mummy referred to several different preparations in the history of medicine, from "mineral pitch" to "powdered human mummies". It originated from Arabic mūmiyā "a type of resinous bitumen found in Western Asia and used cu... more

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Hosts

Eli Bosnick
Co-host and central figure; known for comedic style and engaging storytelling.
Cecil
Co-host known for humor and insight; frequently emphasizes cultural critiques.
Heath
Co-host bringing witty commentary and analysis; often integrates humor into discussions.
Noah Lugeons
Co-host known for sharp wit and engaging narratives; often adds humor to serious subjects.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 4.9k ratings
  • the hosts can make otherwise boring topics entertaining and comedic. I thought this podcast would be a dry and boring discussion of Wikipedia articles. I was very much mistaken.

    Audible
    5
    anon
    United States2 months ago
  • Fantastic. But I do kinda miss the pre-show skits that Eli did. Really padded out the podcastiverse lore...

    Podcast Addict
    5
    curufea
    3 months ago
  • Discrimination 6 Minutes In

    If you’re drawn to this podcast because the title made you think they’re going to dig deep and find the truth behind these subjects, I’m sorry to tell you it’s not that even a little. Just another podcast of loud men punching down and laughing too hard at their own jokes. Not thoughtful, nuanced, funny, or anything beyond a surface-level misogyny and discrimination. Only 6 minutes in and they’ve already made me wince with the misogyny and body-shaming.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    shellythewest
    United States3 months ago
  • Such a funny podcast! Tom, Eli, Noah, Cecil and Heath are so smart and witty with their silly comments.

    Audible
    5
    Anonymous
    United States3 months ago
  • Hilarious and very interesting topics

    Such a funny podcast! Tom, Eli, Noah, Cecil and Heath are so smart and witty with their silly comments.

    Audible
    5
    Anonymous User
    United States3 months ago

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Apple Podcasts
#187
Colombia/Society & Culture
Apple Podcasts
#189
New Zealand/Society & Culture
Apple Podcasts
#190
India/Society & Culture
Apple Podcasts
#218
Norway/Society & Culture

Talking Points

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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.
Charge of the Light Brigade
Q: What person, place, thing, concept, phenomenon or event are we gonna be talking about today?
The Charge of the Light Brigade.
Fax Machines - RERELEASE
Q: Cecil, if you had to summarize what you've learned in one sentence, what would it be?
Anything without editorial control is trash.

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What is Citation Needed about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The content showcases a playful blend of humor and information, as the hosts explore a wide range of topics, often with layers of absurdity that underscore the complexity of each subject. Episodes range from historical events and cultural phenomena to bizarre scientific studies, with an inclination towards uncovering the quirky and the macabre in society's past. This intriguing mix is married with a comedic style that keeps listeners engaged, making even the most outlandish subjects accessible and entertaining.

Notably, the podcast's unique format of relying on Wikipedia articles as springboards for discussion likely adds an element of spontaneity and unpredictability, allowing for humorous anecdotes and lively banter among the hosts. This... more

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