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Hey Riddle Riddle

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Riddles
Comedy
Improv Comedy
Improv
Chicago
Improvisation
Rocket Money
Christmas
Squarespace
Podcasting
King Mumbles
Patreon
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Friendship
Halloween
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Nirvana, the Band, the Show, the Movie
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Riddles! Puzzles! WhoDunnits! Adal Rifai, Erin Keif and John Patrick Coan, three of Chicago's most overrated improvisers, are on the case to solve every riddle, puzzle, brain-teaser, and head-scratcher known to humanity. Some riddles are almost impossible, some are absolutely improbable, and some simply have not aged well. And if you don't like riddles, don't worry! This podcast is barely about th... more

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Latest Episodes

Are you a lonely puppeteer who loves musical theater? This may be the episode for you!

Starring:

Adal Rifai

John Patrick Coan

Erin Keif

Editing by:

Casey Toney

Theme by:

Arne Parrott

Logo by:

Emily Kardamis & Emmaline Morris

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Sometimes you record an episode and you land on an all time favorite character classic. Sometimes you record the Amish Venom ep.

Starring:

Adal Rifai

John Patrick Coan

Erin Keif

Editing by:

Casey Toney

Theme by:

Arne Parrott

Logo by:

Em... more

Listen to the rest with a 7 day free trial at our Patreon!

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Recent Guests

Sterling K. Brown
Actor known for This Is Us; guest in promo segment
That Was Us / This Is Us
Episode: Patreon Preview #373: Chatterbox 33
Chris Sullivan
Actor known for This Is Us; host of That Was Us promo segment
That Was Us / This Is Us
Episode: Patreon Preview #373: Chatterbox 33
Mandy Moore
Actor known for This Is Us and host of That Was Us promo segment on the episode
That Was Us / This Is Us
Episode: Patreon Preview #373: Chatterbox 33
Casey Stoney
Guest listed as a participant in the episode's game prompts
Unknown (guest appearance)
Episode: #406: The Omelette Dilemma
Sandy Weisz
Guest brought on for riddles and games segment, referenced as a friend and puzzle creator.
The Mystery League / riddle-focused contributions
Episode: #406: The Omelette Dilemma
Adal Rifai
Guest on Patreon preview episode
Hey Riddle Riddle
Episode: Patreon Preview #366: The Apocalypse Draft
Glenn Livner
Host of the show Keeping Company who guides conversations at dinner parties.
Keeping Company
Episode: Patreon Preview #364: Public Access 15
Hannah Simone
Actress and co-host of The Mess Around podcast
The Mess Around
Episode: Patreon Preview #347: King Mumbles pt. 5 w/ Allison Reese
Lamorne Morris
Actor and co-host of The Mess Around podcast
The Mess Around
Episode: Patreon Preview #347: King Mumbles pt. 5 w/ Allison Reese

Hosts

Adal Rifai
Host of the show; long-running member with a strong background in improv and puzzle-oriented banter.
Erin Keif
Co-host known for quick wit, enthusiastic persona, and collaborative improv energy.
John Patrick Coan
Co-host with strong stage presence; contributes to riddle-centric banter and improvisational scenes.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 7.4k ratings
  • Lots of laughs but I just couldn’t do it anymore

    Stopped listening in the 200s after starting from the beginning, but Adal’s violent atheism was a little too much. Every time religion is mentioned, it was a huge turn off to hear how much he didn’t believe in it. One more “Hand to God- who doesn’t exist” and I was over it.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Supercats893
    United States17 days ago
  • Amazing ice cream and show recs!

    Jeni's brambleberry crisp IS the best ice cream ever. Find This, and other such recommendations, interwoven with occasional riddles and improvised scenes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Brambleberry Cripes!
    United States20 days ago
  • My husband says this isn’t normal but I disagree

    I started listening to this podcast before I met my husband. I was on my way to a weird hike and thought I’d "exercise my brain. It’s several years later, and I’ve dabbled so deep into riddles, improvisation and the DnD lifestyle the hosts have advertised, I can no longer open doors without answering three riddles or open packages without making it a lateral thinking problem. My husband says I need to let go, he says “you can just open the door, the kids need to go to daycare!” in frustration, b... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Herstorical Salamander
    Finland22 days ago
  • Pavloved Myself

    Accidentally pavloved myself and now I can’t fall asleep with out these three screaming in my ears. My girlfriend is less than thrilled but I warned her before we moved in together what the deal was. Anyways fantastic podcast but be careful this show might fundamentally rewire your brain.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TinyNobel
    United States23 days ago
  • Season 3

    Can't wait for season 3! 204 episodes a season seems long but if you go back to episode one and listen all the way through you can really tell they came into this with a detailed road map

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JesseDylan1991
    Canadaa month ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners praise quick banter, clever riddles, and strong chemistry among the trio.
Guests and improv bits are highlighted as a major draw, with recurring fans appreciating Patreon bonus content.
A number of reviews note long ad breaks or promotional segments as a friction point, but still rate the show highly for humor and consistency.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#16
United States/Leisure
Apple Podcasts
#27
Canada/Leisure
Apple Podcasts
#170
United Kingdom/Leisure
Apple Podcasts
#91
Australia/Leisure
Apple Podcasts
#18
Finland/Leisure
Apple Podcasts
#24
Philippines/Leisure

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Patreon Preview #364: Public Access 15
Q: What are your thoughts on specific dinner party topics?
The guests share amusing and quirky animal facts, reflecting on appropriate dinner conversation and social dynamics.
Patreon Preview #362: Summer on Scorn Mountain
Q: How many fires have you watched?
I've been up here for 41 seasons, so...
Patreon Preview #362: Summer on Scorn Mountain
Q: Is this the movie that Variety called "It's Insane That It Exists" and Fandom said "Gives No Fucks, a movie you absolutely must see to believe"?
Yes, you have to see this.
#391: Kind of a Friendship Vibe Here
Q: What are some good Chicago area escape rooms to take newbies to?
The Escape Room in Chicago, especially the Cabin in the Woods game and the Museum Art Heist, are recommended as having good quality layout and mechanisms for beginners.
Patreon Preview #356: Chatterbox 31
Q: What's the first thing that you would do if you woke up with nice handwriting?
I would start writing letters and postcards and stuff to my loved ones.

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This show blends improv, pop culture, and brainteasers into a fast-paced, personality-driven format. Three Chicago-based improvisers host playful banter, solve riddles, and stage quick character-driven scenes, frequently weaving in guests, fan-submitted bits, and light commentary on movies, TV, and everyday life. The mix of witty wordplay, audience participation via riddles, and recurring ads/promotions creates a reliably entertaining if sometimes chaotic listening experience that rewards attention to detail and a sense of humor about the hosts' own dynamics. A standout aspect is the long-running, collaborative chemistry among the trio, plus the habit of bringing in guests and topical tangents, which keeps episodes feeling fresh even when r... more

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Recent guests on Hey Riddle Riddle include:

1. Sterling K. Brown
2. Chris Sullivan
3. Mandy Moore
4. Casey Stoney
5. Sandy Weisz
6. Adal Rifai
7. Glenn Livner
8. Hannah Simone

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