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Endless Thread

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Untold histories, unsolved mysteries, and other jaw-dropping stories online and IRL. Hosted by Ben Brock Johnson & Amory Sivertson.

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The brand Fruit of the Loom is almost ubiquitous in the world of underwear and casual wear. You have likely seen its logo, if not on your own body, on store racks or at least in ads. Now, in your mind's eye, picture it. What do you see?

For years, c... more

This week on Endless Thread it's a producer takeover with Grace Tatter and Kalyani Saxena serving up some delicious online stories. First, Kalyani digs into why the internet is so hungry for perpetual stews (a stew that is simmered and added on to in... more

Long before TikTok dances, there was the Dougie.

In 2010, Cali Swag District’s “Teach Me How to Dougie” went worldwide, and for the decade-plus since, people have been trying to learn the viral moves.

More than 15 years later, a Korean TikTok creat... more

Kurt Gödel was a genius mathematician and logician, considered by many scholars to be as influential as Aristotle. He was also buddies with fellow geniuses Albert Einstein and Oskar Morgenstern, the co-creator of Game Theory.

In 1947, Gödel told Mor... more

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Recent Guests

Randall Moore
Individual encountered during field trip to Goodwill; provided memories about the logo
Unspecified retailer encounter in Boston
Episode: Fruit of the Loom: Horn of Lies
Annie Roberta
Creator of a viral Bushwick perpetual stew; involved in 'Depths of Wikipedia'
Independent project; Depths of Wikipedia
Episode: The internet is a perpetual stew
JP Star
Dance figure featured in the Dougie trend, based in Korea
Individual dancer featured in episode
Episode: Teach us how to Dougie
Rebecca Newberger Goldstein
Philosopher, author of Incompleteness; Gödel biographer
Professor of Philosophy (authoring Gödel-related works)
Episode: The Lost Loophole
Max Kricker
German manuscripts expert, translator
Independent scholar/translator
Episode: The Lost Loophole
John Dawson
Mathematician, Gödel papers biographer
Mathematician and Gödel biographer
Episode: The Lost Loophole
Gary Hughes
Longtime environmental activist, Geoengineering Monitor
Geoengineering Monitor
Episode: How to Dim the Sun, from Marketplace's How We Survive
Dell Cameron
Investigative Reporter, Privacy and National Security
Wired
Episode: Socials for Sale
Leon Neyfakh
Creator and host of Slow Burn, Fiasco and Backfired; co-host of Only Fantasy podcast
Audible / Slow Burn etc.
Episode: Endless Thread on OnlyFans

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Ben Brock Johnson and Amory Sivertson
Co-hosts producing and presenting, with recurring involvement from producer/hosts across Endless Thread.

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 4.1k ratings
  • Shepherds Pie with Lentils?!

    Used to listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    djcookout
    United States2 months ago
  • Adore

    I adore Amory and Ben, love their chemistry, love the research put into the show, and I always walk away learning something new!

    There was an episode where they went to a haunted hayride that was particularly delightful.

    Dunno what’s up with some of these reviews, their complaints don’t even match topics discussed on the show or things anyone has ever even said. This podcast IS still about reddit threads and internet mysteries, there is NO mansplaining, NO gleeful promotion of genocide, and ab... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    j_a_x_
    United States3 months ago
  • Former redditor

    I deleted my reddit account years ago and just lurk occasionally now, your podcast is a nice trip down memory lane

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Zero0Maru0
    United States3 months ago
  • great show

    I'm so glad to hear more episodes with both Amory and Ben - their cohost chemistry really makes the show for me, even/especially when they're just bringing each other interesting Reddit threads to discuss. Scrolling through these comments, it's wild to see so many complaints about the politics from both right *and* left wing listeners. If so many are sure they're seeing the opposite bias, I think it says more about the political climate than the show.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HandDrawnFoxes
    United States4 months ago
  • USED TO BE GOOD

    Till it got political!!! Now they’re saying that it should be mandatory that all kids get a sex change operation! If all boys are girls then all girls are boys, then… well that’s what the liberals want!!!! TRUMP TRUMP TRUMP

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    EvanWagnerATL
    United States5 months ago

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Strong guest variety keeps topics fresh and relevant to current digital trends.
Insightful analysis of online culture and tech policy for curious listeners.
Hosts have strong chemistry and bring thoughtful perspectives, making complex topics accessible.
Occasional episodes polarize some listeners but generally deliver high-quality reporting.
Long-running show that pairs storytelling with rigorous context on internet phenomena.

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Teach us how to Dougie
Q: When did the Dougie begin to capture public attention and when did the song and trend crystallize it?
The trend crystallized around 2010 with the song Teach Me How to Dougie, which popularized the specific dance moves named after Doug E. Fresh, and the associated choreography became widely recognized in the early 2010s.
Leave a message after the beep
Q: How did the two-week experiment affect his dating life and social interactions?
Without constant texting and apps, he relied on voicemails and planned in-person meetings, which altered dating dynamics by introducing more deliberate, slower-paced interactions and a focus on real-life encounters.
Leave a message after the beep
Q: What sparked Jeremy to start living with a landline and fewer smartphone dependencies?
A Verizon outage that left many users without service led him to reflect on life offline and inspired the experiment to reduce interruptions and find intentionality in communication.
Endless Thread on OnlyFans
Q: Does the platform rely on algorithms or a traditional discovery feed?
There isn't a robust recommendation engine, so discovery relies on creators promoting themselves and direct outreach rather than a personalized feed.
Endless Egg
Q: Whose recipe is this, and who benefits from its viral spread?
The discussion centers on attribution, the role of the algorithm in spreading content, and whether profits or recognition should accrue to the cultural community of origin rather than a single influencer.

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The show covers online culture, technology, and the real-world impacts of internet-driven phenomena. Episodes frequently unpack Reddit threads, memes, digital governance, and emerging tech stories through reporting, interviews, and thoughtful analysis. Notable strengths include first-hand field reporting, a measured tone that blends curiosity with skepticism, and guests who provide expert or on-the-ground perspectives on topics from food lore and internet folklore to privacy, AI, and geoengineering. The program often ties digital behavior to broader social, political, and cultural themes, making it useful for listeners who want context on how online ideas become real-world events. A standout aspect is its willingness to archive and interrog... more

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