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The Big Fib

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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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Kids & FamilyComedyLeisureGames

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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 Racecar Driving.

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Who is known as the first lady of racing? How long does a pit stop take? Can a racecar be a palindrome? Play along and see ... more

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

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

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Happy BIG FIBuary! We’re releasing two episodes a week all month long to celebrate!

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

How do weeds spread across land? Fact or Fib: Some ... more

Happy BIG FIBuary! We’ve been releasing two episodes a week all February to celebrate!

This week on The Big Fib we’re taking an exclusive episode of Wacky Khakis out from behind the GZM Family subscriber paywall to figure out who's a lunatic lying a... more

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Recent Guests

Donna Koretsky
paper expert, owner of Carriage House Paper, Brooklyn
Carriage House Paper
Episode: Which expert will fold under the pressure of all their lies about PAPER?
Bob Hinkle
Vice President of Strategic Communications at American Forest and Paper Association
American Forest and Paper Association
Episode: Which expert will fold under the pressure of all their lies about PAPER?
Howard Dorey
Co-host of a podcast about presidential history.
Plotting Through the Presidents
Episode: Will we impeach wisdom when telling fibs about US PRESIDENTS?
Allison Brownlow
A history professor at NYU.
NYU
Episode: Will we impeach wisdom when telling fibs about US PRESIDENTS?
Stella Wisham
An alpine researcher and conservationist with the International Climbing and Mountaineering Federation
International Climbing and Mountaineering Federation
Episode: Find out what facts peak your interest about MOUNTAINS?
Roger Fu
A geologist who studies rocks, especially those on mountains
Episode: Find out what facts peak your interest about MOUNTAINS?
Juliet Finern
A 10-year-old Lego fanatic
Episode: Can you find the liar who tells roo-markable fibs about KANGAROOS?
Simon Lesser
A 10-year-old who loves to bake and cook very fancy things.
Episode: Will you “like” the facts or will you “subscribe” to the fibs about YOUTUBE?
Rachel Ballinger
YouTuber and social media influencer with over two and a half million subscribers.
Episode: Will you “like” the facts or will you “subscribe” to the fibs about YOUTUBE?

Hosts

Deborah Goldstein
Host of the show, engaging with young contestants and experts in a fun, educational game format.
LISA
Sound effects robot that adds humor and an engaging atmosphere to the game show format.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 7.9k ratings
  • This is true

    I love the pod l.i.s.a is so funny! 😂 love it!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Fanofgzm!
    United Statesa month ago
  • Thank you

    I’m from China and I really like the

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    4
    天天向上的柠檬味饭团🍙🍋‍🟩🍄‍🟫🍧
    Chinaa month ago
  • LOLOLOLOLOL

    *pukes in ur gyatt*

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Slay queen eh.💅🏻🐺🙄💳✨
    Australiaa month ago
  • THE BEST SHOW EVER

    THE BEST SHOW EVER

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BIG FIB LOVER
    United Statesa month ago
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    =(^._.^)= meow yay 😀
    United Statesa month ago

Listeners Say

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Parents appreciate the focus on critical thinking skills embedded in an entertaining format, making learning enjoyable for children.
The interaction between contestants and experts is frequently highlighted, with many noting the fun and lively debates.
Listeners love the humorous and educational aspects of the show, praising its ability to keep kids engaged while teaching them how to discern fact from fiction.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#8
United States/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#46
United States/Leisure
Apple Podcasts
#122
United States/Kids & Family
Apple Podcasts
#5
Canada/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#27
United Kingdom/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#29
Canada/Leisure

Talking Points

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Wacky Khakis: Over the Moon
Q: So tell me, you guys are cousins. Is Lisa right about that?
They confirm they are cousins but admit they usually fight during the summer.
Wacky Khakis: Over the Moon
Q: What do you guys think of that story?
Ronit and Bella express doubts about the truth of both stories and relate them to what they know from history.
Can you find out which expert is a sweet fibber about SUGAR?
Q: What is something about sugar that most people don't know?
Craig shares that sugar can come from beets as well as sugar cane and discusses the different forms of sugar available, including granular sugar and sugar syrups.
Can you find out which expert is a sweet fibber about SUGAR?
Q: Describe a typical day at your job.
Brooke describes her day as a nutritionist working with basketball teams, checking emails to update dietary plans, observing practice to see how those plans affect player performance, and working to introduce healthier food options at the concession stand.
Will you get lost in the weeds with all the misinformation about WEEDS?
Q: What is the most common type of weed?
This depends on location; examples include speargrass in Nigeria and crabgrass or dandelions in the U.S.

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

This show centers around a lively game show format tailored for children, where young contestants engage with experts on various topics to uncover who is telling the truth and who is lying. Each episode is designed to entertain while encouraging critical thinking and analytical skills in kids, making it a fun educational experience. Topics range from science and history to pop culture, using humor and interactive storytelling to captivate young audiences. Unique for its focus on developing media literacy skills amid an environment filled with misinformation, the show provides children with tools to discern fact from fiction, which is especially relevant in today's world of 'fake news'.

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How many episodes of The Big Fib are there?

The Big Fib launched 8 years ago and published 332 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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Recent guests on The Big Fib include:

1. Donna Koretsky
2. Bob Hinkle
3. Howard Dorey
4. Allison Brownlow
5. Stella Wisham
6. Roger Fu
7. Juliet Finern
8. Simon Lesser

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