Rephonic
Artwork for The Most Important Question

The Most Important Question

Important, Not Important
Climate Change
Brain
Coffee
Mental Health
Artificial Intelligence
Parenting
Vaccines
Supercomputers
Research Funding
Consumer Privacy
Attention Crisis
Video Games
Public Health
Gut Microbiome
Alzheimer's
Cars
Ethics
Climate Crisis
Childhood Development
Representation

Science for people who give a sh*t. Want to feel better AND unf*ck the world? The 6-time Webby nominee delivers deep conversations with the world's smartest people (scientists, doctors, CEO's, farmers, and more!), and digestible news updates every single week, to help you answer the world's most important question: What can I do? We're talkin' clean energy and coral reefs, COVID vaccines and pedia... more

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes435Founded8 years ago
Number of ListenersCategories
TechnologyScience

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for The Most Important Question

Latest Episodes

Turns out it's our 200th episode. It has been a journey.

The show is now called The Most Important Question, and I can't think of a better answer than just fucking run for something. What can I do about anything? Run for something.

And so obvious... more

Congress just jammed the brakes on America's clean energy boom, however short-lived it may have been.

The One Big Beautiful Bill Act was signed into law after a lot of debate in the House and the Senate and in public. It will wipe out most of the w... more

Imagine waking up to discover that the United States has just pulled $35 billion out of foreign aid overnight, and that hundreds of HIV clinics, and child malnutrition programs, and poverty graduation trials will shut their doors within days and week... more

Toilet paper. You use it. I use it. Sometimes, even my children use it. The point is, toilet paper is everywhere.

Almost everyone needs it, and so much of it still comes from actual forests, and yet 2 billion people don't have access to even basic ... more

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

Living on Earth
Living on EarthWorld Media Foundation
Hidden Brain
Hidden BrainHidden Brain, Shankar Vedantam
This American Life
This American LifeThis American Life
Radiolab
RadiolabWNYC Studios

Recent Guests

Dr. Daniel Stein
Economist and founder of Giving Green, focused on directing donations towards impactful climate solutions.
Giving Green
Episode: Making Your Climate Dollars Count When Government Won't
Rob Rosenbaum
Co-lead of Project Resource Optimization (PRO)
Episode: When Foreign Aid Gets Zeroed Out Overnight
Bernie Wiley
Sustainability Director at Who Gives a Crap
Who Gives a Crap
Episode: Taking Care of Business (Sustainably)
Marguerite Holloway
Author of 'Take To The Trees', professor at Columbia University and has written about climate change and environmental issues.
Columbia University
Episode: We Live In A World of Trees
Dr. Minal Pathak
Associate Professor at Ahmedabad University and former Senior Scientist with the IPCC
Ahmedabad University
Episode: Climate Solutions That Make Everything Better
Jackie Flynn Mogensen
Senior Reporter at Mother Jones focused on environmental issues
Mother Jones
Episode: How Saving Salamanders Could Save Us All
Sophie Nir
CEO of The Abortion Positivity Project, passionate about destigmatizing abortion and advocating for abortion positivity messaging.
The Abortion Positivity Project
Episode: Changing the Abortion Conversation
Anthony Myint
Executive Director of Zero Foodprint, award-winning chef
Zero Foodprint
Episode: Table To Farm
Edna Bonhomme
Historian, author, and public health expert
Author of 'A History of the World in Six Plagues'
Episode: History's "Viral" Lessons We Keep Ignoring

Host

Quinn Emmett
Host of the Most Important Question, dedicated to discussing science in an accessible way with a focus on societal issues.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 139 ratings
  • Essential listen for everyone

    Put simply: Important, Not Important makes you a better person and helps the world. What Quinn and team are doing with these exceptional conversations gets at the heart of how we can make an impact on the critical issues that we so often feel helpless to attack. The discussions are lively, heartfelt, funny, and informative. I love the science-based approach and the bigger picture view combined with individual actions that empower listeners to make change in their own lives while pushing for even... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Brock Benefiel
    United States3 years ago
  • Awesome Podcast!!!

    Quinn & Brian, hosts of the Important, Not Important Podcast, highlights all science and more in this can’t miss podcast! The host and expert guests offer insightful advice and information that is helpful to anyone that listens!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    roweereyes
    Philippines4 years ago
  • Great show!

    Quinn and Brian highlight all aspects of science and more in this can’t miss podcast! The hosts and expert guests offer insightful advice and information that is helpful to anyone that listens!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    malfoxley
    United States4 years ago
  • I’ll keep listening

    because the guests are interesting. However, listening to Zoom audio breaking up is not pleasant. Listening to the host interject “sure”. “uh huh” “right” “um” etc. is absolutely unpleasant. Artistically, this is practically unbearable.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    viila27
    United States4 years ago
  • Listen if you can

    The guests on each episode are knowledgeable in their fields, and the hosts know how to engage them, contextualize their knowledge, and importantly, make the podcast entertaining in the meantime. You’ll learn a lot, and be a better person for it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    "niceapp"
    United States5 years ago

Listeners Say

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

A strong emphasis on social responsibility and environmental stewardship resonates well with the audience, enhancing their connection to the podcast.
Listeners appreciate the engaging discussions and the emphasis on actionable solutions for pressing global issues.
The hosts are noted for their approachable style and ability to make complex topics accessible and entertaining.
Some listeners have pointed out technical audio issues that occasionally detract from the experience.

Top Science Podcasts

Radiolab
RadiolabWNYC Studios
Hidden Brain
Hidden BrainHidden Brain, Shankar Vedantam
Something You Should Know
Something You Should KnowMike Carruthers | OmniCast Media
StarTalk Radio
StarTalk RadioNeil deGrasse Tyson
Sasquatch Chronicles
Sasquatch ChroniclesSasquatch Chronicles - Bigfoot Encounters
The Observable Unknown
The Observable UnknownDr. Juan Carlos Rey
Science Vs
Science VsSpotify Studios
Science Friday
Science FridayScience Friday and WNYC Studios

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Answer is Always Run for Something
Q: How would a new leader or someone coming into an existing organization handle things?
A good leader regardless of founding status has the ability to shape the story they tell about themselves, emphasizing their human experience and allowing their personality to shine through.
Making Your Climate Dollars Count When Government Won't
Q: Was there a moment for you that convinced you to steer climate donations?
Dr. Stein described a gradual realization and validation of demand for strategic philanthropic efforts, highlighted by a significant anonymous donation to Giving Green.
Making Your Climate Dollars Count When Government Won't
Q: What is the simplest path you think to maximize impact today still?
Donate strategically through organizations that provide guidance on high-leverage opportunities for climate action, such as Giving Green's recommendations.
Taking Care of Business (Sustainably)
Q: What do you hope to do with your role at Who Gives a Crap?
We're working on projects that actively make a difference from a sustainability perspective.
Taking Care of Business (Sustainably)
Q: Why do you have to do this job?
I guess it's because it's such an important topic, right? Working in sustainability and looking at how businesses influence sustainability outcomes for our societies.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About The Most Important Question

What is The Most Important Question about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Content typically focuses on science and technology topics that intersect with social issues, aiming to empower listeners with actionable knowledge. Conversations often feature a diverse range of experts, including scientists, doctors, and advocates, who discuss pressing issues like climate change, public health, and community engagement. The podcast is distinguished by its blend of deep, meaningful discussions and engaging updates on science and societal challenges, helping listeners to navigate complex topics with an informed perspective. It emphasizes the importance of individual and collective action in addressing global issues, making it attractive for those seeking to enact positive change in their lives and communities.

Where can I find podcast stats for The Most Important Question?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for The Most Important Question. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to The Most Important Question and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does The Most Important Question get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for The Most Important Question, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for The Most Important Question?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for The Most Important Question, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does The Most Important Question have?

To see how many followers or subscribers The Most Important Question has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to The Most Important Question?

These podcasts share a similar audience with The Most Important Question:

1. Living on Earth
2. Hidden Brain
3. This American Life
4. Radiolab
5. Fresh Air

How many episodes of The Most Important Question are there?

The Most Important Question launched 8 years ago and published 435 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact The Most Important Question?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for The Most Important Question?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for The Most Important Question from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for The Most Important Question?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of The Most Important Question. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on The Most Important Question?

Recent guests on The Most Important Question include:

1. Dr. Daniel Stein
2. Rob Rosenbaum
3. Bernie Wiley
4. Marguerite Holloway
5. Dr. Minal Pathak
6. Jackie Flynn Mogensen
7. Sophie Nir
8. Anthony Myint

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days