Omnibus
OmnibusEvery week, Ken Jennings and John Roderick add a new entry to the OMNIBUS, an encyclopedic reference work of strange-but-true stories that they are compiling as a time capsule for future generations.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 701 | Founded | 8 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Society & CultureHistory | |||
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Apple Podcasts5Jimmijim
United Statesa month ago - Ken Jennings is my lord and savior
I love this show and getting to hear more from Ken makes my day everyday. Very unique variety of topics!
Apple Podcasts5Jules LinoUnited States2 months ago - I love Ken Jennings and my wife hates him
Now that he’s gone we can both enjoy!
Sorry that was a lie, she still won’t listen with me :(
Apple Podcasts5Robberino2001United States2 months ago - Jane
I like the new format. I feel like everybody’s learning something new about interesting people and topics. I guess I’m saying I don’t miss Ken! Sorry, Ken. John, you’re great!
Apple Podcasts5jag1152United States3 months ago - Pleasantly surprised
Long time fan of John, Ken, and the Omnibus. I was pleasantly surprised at how good the guest host episodes have been. Very good and John does a great job getting people comfortable and easing in to the show. That said, great to hear (and see) Ken back on Grit. Kudos on the transition.
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Apple Podcasts | #95 | United States/History |
Apple Podcasts | #123 |  Canada/History |
Apple Podcasts | #180 |  Australia/History |
Apple Podcasts | #88 |  Finland/History |
Apple Podcasts | #97 |  Argentina/History |
Apple Podcasts | #145 |  Mexico/History |
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What is Omnibus about and what kind of topics does it cover?
The episodes feature an eclectic mix of topics that explore historical and cultural narratives with both depth and humor. Key subjects include sports history, notably the impact of venues like Candlestick Park, intriguing theories such as the Phantom Time Hypothesis, and significant figures in history like Thomas-Alexandre Dumas. Additionally, episodes often include personal anecdotes from various guests, ranging from immigration lawyers to musicians, enriching the discussions with unique perspectives and expert commentary. The conversational style fosters a sense of camaraderie between the hosts, making complex themes engaging and accessible to a broad audience. Overall, the podcast offers listeners a delightful blend of learning and enter... more
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Omnibus launched 8 years ago and published 701 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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1. Bob Crawford
2. Saul Henry
3. Nabil Ayers
4. Linus Chan
5. Jeff Tiddle
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