Hoax!
iHeartPodcastsWhy do so many people believe things that aren’t true? In an era when claims of “fake news” come as natural as breathing, and social media allows lies to spread and multiply like viruses, the question feels more relevant than ever. From the teenage girls who convinced Sir Arthur Conan Doyle that fairies were real in the 19th century to “Balloon boy” in 2009, Hoax! will explore the most audacious a... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 25 | Founded | a year ago |
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This is a podcast of 2 girls tittering and giggling and snickering and chuckling through the info.They don't seem to take anything with a serious tone. Particularly galling was the Van Meegeren episode. Come on, this was one episode that had no room for levity, but you insisted on laughing right through it. Pass.
Apple Podcasts1manayunk wall
United States25 days ago - Delightful!
“Hoax!” Mondays are the best Mondays. These episodes are educational and funny, and the best part is the compassion. Dana and Lizzie care about the humans involved. Right from the beginning with the Cottingley Fairies episode, we get to look at hoaxes from a sensitive perspective. Love this season, hope for more!
Apple Podcasts5Amy FKUnited Statesa month ago - Really enjoying
I really enjoy the format of this podcast and the vibe between Dana and Lizzie!
Apple Podcasts5ScarlettSirenUnited Statesa month ago - My Favorite Podcast
My mom and I started listening at the first upload. We were hooked and wait every couple of weeks for an upload. I like the asides and tangents the hosts go on. It makes it so entertaining. The pop culture references are always funny and usually something I’m totally familiar with. I laugh every episode. And of course I learn something too. I feel like I’m listening to my friends talk.
Apple Podcasts5dislisUnited Statesa month ago - Stop with the politics
There are podcasts specifically for the echo chamber you so choose to be a part of. If you want that, follow those. I, myself, am tired of podcasts like this inserting their political thoughts into topics, when they don’t really understand the topic they’re commenting on. I listen to podcasts to ESCAPE the constant political pounding. So this kind of stuff makes me unfollow FAST. There’s lots of cool, history based podcasts that leave their uneducated political thoughts out of it, find those.
Apple Podcasts1Momomof4KYUnited Statesa month ago
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Apple Podcasts | #75 | United States/History |
Apple Podcasts | #149 |  United Kingdom/History |
Apple Podcasts | #164 |  Canada/History |
Apple Podcasts | #227 |  Australia/History |
Apple Podcasts | #55 |  Philippines/History |
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Hoax! explores why people believe improbable claims by diving into historic and modern hoaxes, pranks, and misinformation. Hosts Dana Schwartz and Lizzie Logan bring sharp research, witty banter, and critical context to stories ranging from early media sensationalism to contemporary scams. The show combines thorough historical sourcing with engaging storytelling, often reflecting on culture, media, and trust in information. A notable strength is the duo's dynamic balance—informative, funny, and thought-provoking—making complex topics accessible and entertaining for curious listeners who enjoy history with a modern lens.
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Hoax! launched a year ago and published 25 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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