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Comedian Adam Conover talks to the most interesting experts and thinkers on Earth about today's most pressing topics. From the rise of AI to the fight for workers’ rights, from porn bans to microplastics, Adam and his guests reveal shocking truths and thought-provoking new perspectives. It’s an investigative comedy interview podcast for curious people who never stop asking questions.

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Life in America is becoming less and less affordable. Politicians tend to blame it on inflation and supply chain issues, but what if corporations are just...price gouging because they can? Today I'm joined by economic sociologist Lindsay Owens to dis... more

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Recent Guests

Lindsay Owens
PhD, president of The Groundwork Collaborative, author of Gouged
The Groundwork Collaborative
Episode: How Corporations Jack Up Prices with Lindsay Owens
Brooke Nichols
Associate Professor at Boston University School of Public Health, infectious disease modeler and health economist
Boston University
Episode: How Big is Elon’s DOGE Death Toll?
Paris Marx
Journalist and author of Hyperscale
Author of Hyperscale
Episode: Hyperscale: The Ambition and Excess of Big Tech's Data Empires with Paris Marx
Astra Taylor
Documentarian, writer and activist, co-author of End Times Fascism
Documentarian/Writer/Activist
Episode: End Times Fascism with Naomi Klein and Astra Taylor
Rob Zacny
Podcaster and game-industry commentator
Remap Radio
Episode: Is The Video Game Industry Collapsing?
Quill Kukla
Philosopher, professor of philosophy and disability studies at Georgetown University
Georgetown University
Episode: The Philosophy of Good Sex with Quill R. Kukla
Isabella Cueto
Health and science journalist at STAT
STAT News
Episode: Your Wine and Beer are Deadlier than Fentanyl with Isabella Cueto and Lev Facher
Lev Facher
Health and science journalist at STAT
STAT News
Episode: Your Wine and Beer are Deadlier than Fentanyl with Isabella Cueto and Lev Facher
Barry Walters
Music writer and author of Mighty Real
Author of Mighty Real, A History of LGBTQ Music 1969 through 2000
Episode: The Unsung Queer History of Pop Music with Barry Walters

Host

Adam Conover
Host of Factually!, lead interviewer and guide of conversations, known for investigative and comedic approach.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 4.2k ratings
  • Good stuff

    Wish he’d cover science topics more but really good show, the guests tend to be really interesting and Adam is good at grounding the conversation

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ka6247
    United States2 months ago
  • Someone being angry in my ear

    Originally the podcast introduced me to a lot of cool science work. Now Adam shoves his half baked political opinion down my throat.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Magacki
    United States4 months ago
  • Dissolving into Notjingness

    Always appreciated this podcast, but more and more it’s just repetitive and jingoistic. Last episode promised “science”….then proceeded to spend two hours with gender signifying and culture clash. It’s tedious and depending on the guest, completely boring. Sorry. i think I’m done.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Brosgolbabe
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • Great show

    I always like your show but I loved the new format in the most recent show! More shows with broad conversations with a handful of people you like talking to please 🙃

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sweet-potatie
    United States7 months ago
  • Keep the new format

    Leaving a 5 star review because I love the show but please keep the new format I really enjoyed it. I like trickle down news.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Casey_JL
    Canada7 months ago

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Fans appreciate the humor and accessible explanations of complex topics.

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#166
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How Big is Elon’s DOGE Death Toll?
Q: Could you introduce yourself and what you do?
Brooke Nichols describes her role as an infectious disease modeler and health economist at Boston University, explaining how she builds impact trackers to estimate mortality from aid cuts and to ground policy discussions in data.
Hyperscale: The Ambition and Excess of Big Tech's Data Empires with Paris Marx
Q: What is the precise difference between today's hyperscale data centers and those from a decade ago?
They are vastly larger and more resource-intensive, often built in clusters near communities, and driven by a business model that treats computation as a utility with massive power and water demands, far beyond earlier scales.
The Unsung Queer History of Pop Music with Barry Walters
Q: What's the first artist you cover in the book?
Barry Walters explains that The Velvet Underground is the starting point, showing how early queer and experimental influences seeded later pop genres.
Billionaires are Lying About Giving Away Their Wealth, with Glen Galaich
Q: What is the problem with philanthropy in America?
Philanthropy, especially through large foundations and donor-advised funds, tends to hoard wealth and under-distribute it, often driven by desires for perpetuity and donor prestige rather than immediate social impact.
The World According to the Chinese Internet, with Yi-Ling Liu
Q: What is the Chinese Internet actually like beyond the firewall?
It's a rich, parallel online ecosystem with its own platforms, norms, and subcultures that can be explored through local stories and individuals rather than generic stereotypes.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Factually!

What is Factually! about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A sharp, interview-driven show that blends investigative reporting with humor, frequently pairing comedian hosts with high-profile policy thinkers, journalists, and experts. Recent episodes skew toward AI policy, workers' rights, tech industries, and the politics of media and culture, often through bold political critiques, practical policy proposals, and grounded on-the-ground reporting. Listeners can expect brisk, provocative conversations that mix data points, personal stories, and satirical takes, with a notable emphasis on how power, policy, and technology intersect in everyday life. A standout quality is the willingness to challenge corporate and political narratives while remaining accessible and entertaining for curious listeners wh... more

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