Hyperfixed
Alex Goldman & RadiotopiaMaybe it’s just a quiet annoyance you’ve grudgingly learned to put up with, or a life defining issue that makes it hard to move forward. Whatever it is, former Reply All co-host Alex Goldman — reporter, radio producer, and overconfident idiot — will get to the bottom of it (if there’s a bottom to be found. Results may vary). Follow Alex as he figures out not only the vast hidden mechanisms that cr... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 108 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | DocumentarySociety & CultureTechnology | |||
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This week, a story made in partnership with 99% Invisible and The BBC as part of their project A History of the United States in 100 Objects.
When Jan Brandt joined the marketing team of fledgling internet company America Online in 1993, she had to... more
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Sanderson's podcast feed has been stolen. And so has his voice. And we're not being figurative over here! Whoever took it has cloned his voice with AI and is using it to make him say things he would never say in his real life. But is there anything h... more
This week, we answer a question we have gotten quite a few times since the show began: Why does every microwave have a "Popcorn" button, but nearly every popcorn manufacturer warns you not to use it? The answers are wilder than you ever imagined.
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I absolutely love this show's commitment to deep diving about something that isn't that meaningful in the grand scheme of things just for the sake of curiosity and committing to the bit. Great storytelling, a very enjoyable listen.
Podchaser5a month agoSage Anastasia- Great Podcast
I got sucked in through the old episode that aired on 99 percent invisible. And love just everything about this podcasts.
Apple Podcasts5Stupidly Annoyed User
Hong Kong2 months ago - Alex is back!
Reply All is still one of my favorite podcasts. There aren’t any new episodes, but I still re-listen to my favorite episodes. When I found Hyperfixed, I was overjoyed. Alex is genuine and I appreciate his team’s drive to answer the weird questions. It’s quirky and fun and oddly wholesome.
Apple Podcasts5superstar incognito
United States2 months ago Awesome!!!
Podcast Addict52 months agoHarleyFirefly- Still love your work Alex but one note…
Alex, please find someone else to do your ad reads. Or ask them if you can alter them. They’re important to your income stream and frankly… no one believes you own anything from Quince etc. You’re a likeable, sweatshirt wearing everyman. And you come off as genuine. These ad reads sound like they are killing your soul. And I’d like to see this show survive
Apple Podcasts5SSDGM loves humorUnited States3 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #12 | United States/Society & Culture/Documentary |
Apple Podcasts | #106 | United States/Society & Culture |
Apple Podcasts | #15 |  Canada/Society & Culture/Documentary |
Apple Podcasts | #27 |  United Kingdom/Society & Culture/Documentary |
Apple Podcasts | #88 | Canada/Society & Culture |
Apple Podcasts | #152 | United Kingdom/Society & Culture |
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What is Hyperfixed about and what kind of topics does it cover?
A show driven by curiosity and investigative storytelling that tackles unusual problems, tech culture, media ethics, and real-world impact. Episodes span from on-site investigations of creative attribution, ad fraud, and digital deception, to explorations of medical mysteries, internet culture, and consumer rights in a connected world. The format blends interview-based deep dives with live exploration, data-driven sleuthing, and human-centered storytelling, often featuring expert guests from design, journalism, academia, and industry. A standout element is how the team foregrounds listener questions, turning obscure or complex topics into accessible narratives that illuminate everyday consequences and champion practical takeaways for audien... more
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Hyperfixed launched 2 years ago and published 108 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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Recent guests on Hyperfixed include:
1. Jan Brandt
2. Joe Rhodes
3. Jenny Phoenix
4. Alec Watson
5. Harry Hesson
6. Mike Hodgetts
7. Tracy Beaver
8. Kate Downey
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