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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’s topic came from a listener who asked if micromanaging is a more productive work-style than a more “free range” approach. We talk about our own work experiences, and answer a few other miscellaneous work questions about performance improve... more

Growing up, we were told to always recycle plastic to save the planet. But does recycling actually do anything? In this special two-part investigation, we explore the history of recycling, the rise of “disposable” plastics, and find out how effective... more

Growing up, we were told to always recycle plastic to save the planet. But does recycling actually do anything? In this special two-part investigation, we explore the history of recycling, the rise of “disposable” plastics, and find out how effective... more

Are we in the midst of a reading crisis? News outlets are constantly reporting on the death of reading. School test scores by measures like the “Nation’s Report Card” say math and literacy levels are down to their lowest rates since the early 1990s. ... more

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Recent Guests

Kara Napolitano
Education Director for Circular Services at Sunset Park Materials Recovery Facility
Circular Services, Sunset Park MERF
Episode: Is recycling a complete scam? (PART 2)
Nayeema Raza
Co-hosting guest, Smart Girl Dumb Questions
Smart Girl Dumb Questions
Episode: Is recycling a complete scam? (PART 1)
Davis Allen
Environmental historian, investigative researcher at the Center for Climate Integrity
Center for Climate Integrity
Episode: Is recycling a complete scam? (PART 1)
Jason Reynolds
Author of Long Way Down, Ghost; author of Soundtrack (audio-first project)
Newbery Honor, NAACP Image Award recipient; author
Episode: Kids can’t read anymore. Does it matter? (with author Jason Reynolds)
Kelsey Clodfelter
English teacher focused on kids today; TikTok educator
Miss C (TikTok)
Episode: Kids can’t read anymore. Does it matter? (with author Jason Reynolds)
Paul Thomas
Professor of Education
Furman University
Episode: Kids can’t read anymore. Does it matter? (with author Jason Reynolds)
Scott Erickson
VP of US sales and global channels at HappyOrNot, device industry executive
HappyOrNot
Episode: TINY CAMERAS!?! We found out what those customer satisfaction buttons actually do
Danny Funt
Author of Everybody Loses, The Tumultuous Rise of American Sports Gambling
Episode: Should athletes be allowed to bet on themselves?
Lilly Kaplan
Licensed therapist and writer of Reality Test newsletter
Reality Test / Independent
Episode: Are dentists scamming us? We investigate

Hosts

Noah Friedman
Co-host who engages in lively discussions and research.
Devan Joseph
Co-host who brings a thoughtful approach to discussions.
Manny Fidel
Co-host known for his engaging and humorous take on topics.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 1.2k ratings
  • Easy listen

    This is one of those rare podcasts that I’ll listen to even if the week’s topic isn’t that relevant for me. It’s both informative and entertaining, the perfect combination!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    💜cgarbs
    United States2 months ago
  • Like the show but screen guests!

    Is it just me or did the internet guest sound like a 19-year-old drunk valley girl? Ugh.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    A listener32
    United States2 months ago
  • Such a consistently great show

    I’ve been listening to No Such Thing for about a year now and it’s a really cool little part of my week hearing these three friends talk about “stuff”. I’m normally mostly into science podcasts so this one is different - super interesting and well researched whilst also being mostly calming and relaxing, something I think Podcasts as a medium can do really well. Where else could you get episodes like “Will AI take our jobs” alongside “How long should we spend in the shower” and “Do horses really... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    gelondon
    Germany3 months ago
  • The podcast I didn’t know I needed

    Came here from Search Engine almost a year ago and very happy I did. Every episode is just thought provoking enough to want to tune in but not so heady that I’m overwhelmed. It feels like I’m one of the guys just sitting in on a well thought out but casual discussion about a question I didn’t know I wanted to know the answer to. It’s a breath of fresh air after being bombarded by the news cycle - although I like the political takes too. Keep it up. You’ve got a good thing going.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Salinick
    United States3 months ago
  • My new favorite show

    The pacing, conversation, interviews, and questions are all interesting and well presented. My question: management styles - micromanaging vs free range - who gets better results? Great show, look forward to future episodes!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MyDog'sNameIsKiedis
    United States3 months ago

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The podcast effectively balances light-heartedness with important societal discussions, making it appealing to a wide audience.
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The dynamic among the hosts is engaging and relatable, often making listeners feel like they're part of the conversation.
Some have expressed a desire for more consistency in episode releases and content diversity.

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Kids can’t read anymore. Does it matter? (with author Jason Reynolds)
Q: What would you suggest to improve literacy inside and outside the classroom?
The panelists emphasize a combination of systemic changes—recalibrating reading expectations to meet students where they are, investing in access to books, reducing over-reliance on scripted curricula, and addressing broader social determinants like health and housing—along with valuing long-form reading and offering diverse formats.
Kids can’t read anymore. Does it matter? (with author Jason Reynolds)
Q: Do you believe we're in a reading crisis?
Jason Reynolds argues that globally there is a reading issue driven by hyperstimulation and cultural shifts, but cautions against labeling it a true crisis; instead, the data should be interpreted in context to understand long-term patterns and the role of literacy in society.
Is recycling a complete scam? (PART 2)
Q: Kara, can you explain what the 9% recycling rate actually describes?
The 9% figure describes the share of all plastics manufactured in a year that U.S. residents actually put into recycling bins, not the share that is ultimately recycled; sorting facilities recover a much higher percentage of materials once in the system, but the statistic reflects consumer input into bins.
Should athletes be allowed to bet on themselves?
Q: First, could you briefly walk us through the history of sports betting in the US?
Danny explains a long arc from the mob-influenced era to Nevada's legal sportsbooks, the 1992 federal ban on outside Nevada, and the 2018 reversal that unleashed a wave of state-by-state legalization, with ongoing debates about regulation and consumer protection.
Why are there so many twin films?
Q: Is there evidence of intellectual property theft in the twin film cases you discuss?
There are anecdotes and allegations about conversations that may have influenced ideas, but more broadly the phenomenon likely results from a mix of zeitgeist, technological constraints, and a shared cultural imagination rather than simple theft.

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