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Go Fact Yourself

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Go Fact Yourself
Maximum Fun
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Comedy
Star Trek
Olympics
Marvel Comics
DC Comics
Trivia
90s Hip-Hop
Groundhog Day
Baseball
Folk Music
Real Housewives Of New York City
Los Angeles
Breaking Bad
Spider-Man
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Twice a month, host J. Keith van Straaten and co-host Helen Hong quiz the smartest celebrities they know to find out why they love what they love! Recorded before a live audience in downtown Los Angeles, this game show features comedians, actors, and musicians answering arcane questions on topics they claim to be experts in. But don't worry; if they slip up, there are real experts on hand to give ... more

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It’s time to Go-Go Trivia with Go-Go Fact Yourself!

Nico Santos is an actor who appeared in movies like Crazy Rich Asians and Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3. His big break was a major role as Mateo on the show “Superstore.” He’ll tell us about how h... more

It’s some super trivia – on Go Fact Yourself!

Jay Chandrasekhar is an actor and director, known for his work in the Super Troopers movies. How does he get in character 25 years after the original film? He says it all comes down to facial hair. Super... more

Trivia is like sunshine on a cloudy day – on Go Fact Yourself!

William Stanford Davis is an actor who plays Mr. Johnson, the enigmatic janitor on “Abbott Elementary.” He’ll tell us how the role is a culmination of a lifetime of acting and how he got... more

The trivia is ready to explode on Go Fact Yourself!

Hrishikesh Hirway is a songwriter. He’s also known for the podcast Song Exploder. He started the show as a way to explore his peers’ creative process and get over his writer’s block. He’ll tell us ... more

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Recent Guests

Jemele Hill
Emmy-winning journalist, host of Flagrant and Funny and Spolitics
The Atlantic (contributor)
Episode: Ep. 199: Nico Santos & Jemele Hill
Nico Santos
Actor known for Superstore; has varied work in film/TV
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Episode: Ep. 199: Nico Santos & Jemele Hill
Charnele Brown
Singer, actress known for A Different World
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Episode: Ep. 199: Nico Santos & Jemele Hill
Shuki Levy
Composer and producer of many theme songs
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Episode: Ep. 199: Nico Santos & Jemele Hill
Trevor Cahill
All-star pitcher and World Series champion with the 2016 Chicago Cubs
Baseball, MLB
Episode: Ep. 198: Jay Chandrasekhar & Kira Kosarin
Jessica Bendinger
Writer/Director of Stick It
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Episode: Ep. 198: Jay Chandrasekhar & Kira Kosarin
Vanessa Lengies
Actress/Producer in Stick It; Joannes role
Stick It
Episode: Ep. 198: Jay Chandrasekhar & Kira Kosarin
Laura Dave
Author and Apple TV series co-creator
Author / The Last Thing He Told Me
Episode: Ep. 197: William Stanford Davis & Laura Dave
William Stanford Davis
Actor known for Abbott Elementary
Actor on Abbott Elementary
Episode: Ep. 197: William Stanford Davis & Laura Dave

Hosts

J. Keith van Straaten
Host of Go Fact Yourself; engages in playful banter, steers game rounds and prompts expert discussions.
Helen Hong
Co-host and moderator; guides rounds, introduces experts, and adds witty commentary.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.1k ratings
  • My go-to

    I adore this show. There are laughs and I always walk away having learned something. The guests are cool and the hosts are delightful. Seriously five stars.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wondercatr
    United States21 days ago
  • Episode 197 is the best podcast I have ever listened to... Funny, uplifting, and sincerely perfect!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Gamgee74
    a month ago
  • Fun and entertaining

    This show has great energy. J Keith and Helen have such a good back and forth, and the guests are always interesting

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Admiral Potato
    United States2 months ago
  • AMAZING

    Love love love this podcast! I have listened to it for years since the very beginning (back in the make them look dumb days)and look forward to each New show that makes my commute a whole lot more fun in Atlanta traffic! Keep up the amazing work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tnev nerd
    United States3 months ago
  • Love it!

    I love game shows. I love trivia. I love hearing people talk about what they love. It’s a win win win! Helen and J Keith are great hosts and I look forward to listening to the episodes as soon as they drop!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Liz Science Wiz
    United States4 months ago

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Some reviews note audio balance issues but still enjoy the content and guests.
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The show is described as fun, informative, and consistently entertaining with strong expert moments.
Several listeners wish for more frequent releases, showing strong audience engagement and devotion.
Fans appreciate the variety of topics and the live-audience feel that adds buzz to episodes.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Ep. 194: Stacy Keanan & Drew Lynch
Q: What nickname is used for the baseball-style positions of Hank Aaron and his brother?
Porkchops and T-Bone.
Ep. 194: Stacy Keanan & Drew Lynch
Q: What is the name of the podcast duo from Reality Gays that discussed love and/or a green card show focus?
Reality Gays focuses on 90-Day Fiancé and related shows.
Ep. 194: Stacy Keanan & Drew Lynch
Q: Which Dateline reporters were mentioned as on-air guests for the anniversary episode?
Josh Mankiewicz and Keith Morrison.
Ep. 194: Stacy Keanan & Drew Lynch
Q: Which national park names does not appear in a National Park After Dark episode title?
Arches is the park that does not appear in an episode title according to the audience-posed multiple choice.
Ep. 194: Stacy Keanan & Drew Lynch
Q: Drew, what is the difference between an astronaut and a cosmonaut?
A cosmonaut is the same as an astronaut but tied to training in Russia; astronauts are trained by NASA or NATO partners.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Go Fact Yourself

What is Go Fact Yourself about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Go Fact Yourself blends celebrity passion with trivia, pairing host J. Keith van Straaten and co-host Helen Hong as they explore what guests love—from sports, film, and music to niche hobbies—via a game-show format that balances personal storytelling with expert deep-dives. Across live-recorded episodes, listeners get rapid-fire rounds, themed expert clusters, and behind-the-scenes insights that reveal how talents from acting, writing, music, and sports think about their interests. The show's strength lies in its chemistry, the diverse roster of guests, and the way knowledgeable guests and on-stage experts illuminate topics with both humor and real facts, often creating memorable moments that feel accessible to a broad audience. Noteworthy ... more

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Recent guests on Go Fact Yourself include:

1. Jemele Hill
2. Nico Santos
3. Charnele Brown
4. Shuki Levy
5. Trevor Cahill
6. Jessica Bendinger
7. Vanessa Lengies
8. Laura Dave

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