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The Big Fib is a weekly game show for kids and families where kids use their brains to tell what’s true from what’s false.

Each week, a kid interviews two experts in a particular topic, one of which is a genuine, credentialed expert, the other a liar. Hilarious and fast-paced, the show teaches kids to ask insightful questions, weigh the evidence before them, and trust their guts.

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This week on The Big Fib we find out if our child contestant can spot which adult expert is fibbing about BRAINS

What is the brain made of? How much oxygen does the brain use? How many pain receptors does the brain have? Play along and see if you ca... more

This week on a brand new episode of The Big Fib we find out if our child contestant can spot which adult expert is fibbing about WOLVES

What is it called when a wolf’s tail spins around? How much can a wolf eat in one sitting? How long does the aver... more

This week on The Big Fib we find out if our child contestant can spot which adult expert is fibbing about PINBALL?

Play along and see if you can guess who is telling the truth on The Big Fib gameshow.

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Recent Guests

Mina Persad
Biologist and research scientist working on the Yellowstone Wolf Project
Yellowstone Wolf Project
Episode: Can you find the wolf in sheep’s clothing fibbing about WOLVES?
Chris Espiritu
Program lead, wolf care assistant, and stewardship coordinator for Wolf Connection
Wolf Connection
Episode: Can you find the wolf in sheep’s clothing fibbing about WOLVES?
Jamie Sobol
pinball enthusiast and host of a pinball podcast
pinball community
Episode: Who crashes after telling lies about the PINBALL?
Karen Kaiser
pinball champion and director for the International Flipper Pinball Association
IFPA
Episode: Who crashes after telling lies about the PINBALL?
Jasmine Taylor
Contestant, child participant
Contestant on The Big Fib
Episode: Wacky Khaki “Flightless Birds”
Charles Bergman
Writer, photographer, penguin expert
Penguin researcher and author
Episode: It’s not all black or white when someone fibs about PENGUINS.
Francine Chen
Ornithologist with penguin focus
Penguinologist
Episode: It’s not all black or white when someone fibs about PENGUINS.
Earth Ranger Emma
Earth Ranger Emma, guest contestant on the show
Earth Rangers
Episode: Introducing EARTH RANGERS
Anthony Abado
Baseball instructor; former minor leaguer with Rio Grande Valley White Wings
Baseball instruction; Rio Grande Valley White Wings
Episode: Who’s got pants on fire telling lies about BASEBALL?

Hosts

Deborah Goldstein
Host of The Big Fib; operates as a central host with playful, knowledgeable banter and question-led interviews.
Lisa
Robot-sidekick and co-host providing sound effects and quick prompts to drive segments.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 8.2k ratings
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Listeners Say

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

Positive reactions often center on educational value and family-friendly humor.
Listeners appreciate the quick pace and kid-friendly approach to critical thinking.
Some feedback notes repetitiveness; audiences respond well to guest variety and clear fact-checking moments.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#127
United States/Kids & Family
Apple Podcasts
#121
United Kingdom/Kids & Family
Apple Podcasts
#141
Canada/Kids & Family
Apple Podcasts
#123
Australia/Kids & Family
Apple Podcasts
#39
Ukraine/Kids & Family
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#42
Hong Kong/Kids & Family

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Can you find the wolf in sheep’s clothing fibbing about WOLVES?
Q: Which fact about wolves is true?
The discussion included several true facts about wolf behavior and ecology, such as crepuscular activity and domestication history, contrasted with Mina's incorrect assertions.
Can you find the wolf in sheep’s clothing fibbing about WOLVES?
Q: Do the wolves bite humans often?
The expert Chris explained that bites are rare and dangerous, with specific data on bite force, helping Lucy assess the truth behind the claims.
Can you find the wolf in sheep’s clothing fibbing about WOLVES?
Q: What fibs did you hear?
Mina claimed 'cornerstone species' as a fact, which turned out to be incorrect; Lucy and the audience are guided to recognize 'keystone species' as the true term.
Who crashes after telling lies about the PINBALL?
Q: What is your strategy in pinball?
Strategies vary by table, but a common approach is to cradle the ball on a flipper to minimize flips, while others study table-specific aspects like bumpers and multi-ball sequences to maximize control and scoring.
Who crashes after telling lies about the PINBALL?
Q: What is your favorite pinball game?
Karen Kaiser cites Tron Legacy (2011) as a favorite due to its multi-balls and approachable yet engaging design for learning the craft, while Jamie Sobol discusses a similar appreciation for skill and table variety.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Big Fib

What is The Big Fib about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A fast-paced family game show where kids drive the action by interviewing two experts on a rotating topic, one credentialed and one liar. The format hinges on rapid-fire questions, crowd-pleasing banter, and a robot sidekick that adds humor to the process of separating truth from fiction. Episodes regularly explore science, history, sports, food, and everyday trivia through Two Truths and a Lie style rounds, with a focus on critical-thinking, evidence, and encouraging kids to ask thoughtful questions. Noteworthy is the consistent emphasis on making complex topics approachable for youngsters and the evident mix of real expertise with entertaining misdirections that keeps both kids and parents engaged.

Potential listeners include families se... more

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Recent guests on The Big Fib include:

1. Mina Persad
2. Chris Espiritu
3. Jamie Sobol
4. Karen Kaiser
5. Jasmine Taylor
6. Charles Bergman
7. Francine Chen
8. Earth Ranger Emma

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