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Horses
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Kanye West
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Great Replacement Theory
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Join Manny, Noah, and Devan — three best friends and journalists — as they settle dumb arguments by actually doing the research.

Each week, they start with a debate or discussion. Why don’t men ask follow up questions? Should schools ban phones? Is dating an AI chatbot cheating? Then, they go out into the world, talk to experts, conduct experiments, and find the answer.

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This week, we present a remixed and remastered version of our third ever episode. Do you think you’d be able to successfully land a plane, with no prior pilot experience and relying only on air traffic control assistance? A YouGov survey found 13% of... more

This week, we unpack the moral chaos of air travel. When flying, is it ever acceptable to recline your seat and claim those precious extra inches of space? Is there an ethical argument for reclining? Ergonomically, what is the most comfortable positi... more

For this edition of Devan Design Week, Devan Design Week II, we're going deep on bathrooms. We'll explore why hotels are getting rid of bathroom doors and walls, the movement to Bring Back Doors, whether bathroom sensors are actually racist, and if t... more

This week, we unpack what makes a generation. From the Silent Generation to the Zoomers and beyond, are these groupings only useful to stir up competition and resentment? How did Gen Z become more conservative, more pessimistic AND more empathetic th... more

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Recent Guests

David Dunning
Psychology professor at University of Michigan, known for the Dunning-Kruger Effect
University of Michigan
Episode: Could you land a plane in an emergency? (Remastered)
Taylor Loosley
Pilot at Manhattan Flight Club, facilitator of the flight simulator session
Manhattan Flight Club
Episode: Could you land a plane in an emergency? (Remastered)
Josh Rothman
Staff writer at The New Yorker
The New Yorker
Episode: Should you recline your airplane seat?
Katie Deighton
Reporter at The Wall Street Journal covering marketing, advertising and design
The Wall Street Journal
Episode: Why are public bathrooms designed so poorly? (Devan Design Week)
Charlotte Gartenberg
Host of Welcome to the Bathroom, researching social dimensions behind bathroom doors
Welcome to the Bathroom (upcoming podcast)
Episode: Why are public bathrooms designed so poorly? (Devan Design Week)
Julia Lindsay
Guest discussing lock mechanisms and personal experiences with bathroom doors
Independent guest, bar/apt commentary
Episode: Why are public bathrooms designed so poorly? (Devan Design Week)
Elizabeth Dworak
Assistant Professor at Northwestern University, cognitive ability researcher
Northwestern University
Episode: Are millennials the elite generation? (And are people actually getting dumber?)
Jean Twenge
Author of Generations, professor of psychology
San Diego State University
Episode: Are millennials the elite generation? (And are people actually getting dumber?)
Virginia Clinton-Lisell
Associate professor of Educational Foundations and Research at the University of North Dakota; specializes in digital reading and flexible reading modalities
University of North Dakota
Episode: Do audiobooks count as reading? (Remastered)

Hosts

Devan Joseph
Host with deep involvement in No Such Thing-related projects; long-running collaborator with the other hosts.
Noah Friedman
Co-hosts across multiple series; central to the show's investigative and conversational style.
Manny Fidel
Co-host on multiple No Such Thing projects; central to the show's dynamic and guest integration.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.3k ratings
  • Quality & easy listening

    A show that’s light and casual, but also includes some interesting research and interviews. The hosts seem like solid dudes. It’s been my go-to podcast lately.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Matt & Co.
    Sweden2 months ago
  • Five stars

    A reliably good listen. Manny, Devan, and Noah are smart without being pretentious, funny without trying too hard, and their subjects are always interesting. Love their dynamic and the good vibes their show brings to my day.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SummerOfLuv
    United States2 months ago
  • Really one of the best!

    I hope they get more attention! Because they deserve it! This is honestly my favorite podcast I just with there was more! Gotta keep sharing and getting them good reviews! I want this show to have all the success. Seem like genuinely good dudes and an incredibly well produced show as well!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    willywildbilly
    United States2 months ago
  • No one’s doing it like NST

    I just finished the accents episode. One of the best yet! I loved all the footnotes with the cassette tape sound effect. And how the central question opened up into so many interesting conversations about race and geography and history of music - which all fed back into the question. Five stars!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mdg999
    United States3 months ago
  • Great Topics; Disappointing Analysis

    I listened to a few of these after it was recommended by Wiser World. The hosts are engaging, the topics are neat, but the actual thinking around some of these topics seems to miss obvious considerations.

    I noticed a lack of thoughtfulness in the episodes on outdoor clothes on the bed and whether recycling works, and those were two of my first three episodes I listened to, so I’ve decided to give the rest a pass.

    It’s too bad though! I love the idea behind the podcast, but execution falters…

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    M.literovich
    Canada3 months ago

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Do audiobooks count as reading? (Remastered)
Q: What did the experiment between Devan and Noah reveal about retention across modalities?
Devan and Noah scored similarly, with Devan marginally higher on a short quiz, indicating that retention can be close across reading and listening depending on engagement and focus.
Do audiobooks count as reading? (Remastered)
Q: Do audiobooks count as reading, or are they simply listening?
The host and expert discuss that listening to an audiobook can yield comparable comprehension to reading a printed page, suggesting the distinction is more about presentation than actual understanding.
Is soccer a form of human trafficking? (and more World Cup questions)
Q: Why do Americans call the game soccer, and how did the term originate?
The term soccer comes from the English, who coined it in the late 19th century, and Americans adopted it from that usage, a point highlighted by the guests to illustrate linguistic and cultural exchange.
Is Diet Coke killing you… or is it fine?
Q: Are you a diet Coke drinker?
Adam Chandler indicates he used to drink diet Coke but now prefers Coke Zero, sharing neutrality in the debate but leaning away from diet versions.
Can YouTubers actually hold police accountable?
Q: What are some of the biggest legal issues or reforms discussed in this space?
Key reforms include abolishing or narrowing qualified immunity, debates over indemnification, and tensions around 25-foot buffer laws that restrict filming near officers during enforcement.

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A witty explainer show where three journalist hosts settle disagreements by researching with experts, field reporting, and experiments. Episodes span pop culture, internet phenomena, and everyday tech or social quirks, often pairing humorous banter with data-driven takes from guests across academia, media, and industry. Noteworthy strengths include a consistent trio dynamic, hands-on demonstrations (e.g., field trips, live tests), and a knack for turning wide-ranging debates into accessible, cited conclusions. This mix of curiosity, rigorous guest perspectives, and entertainment makes it appealing to listeners who want thoughtful, well-researched breakdowns of modern culture and technology without heavy-handed seriousness.

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