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Are you a knowledge junkie who loves when facts are stranger than fiction? Do you find yourself constantly tripping down Wikipedia rabbit holes (and delighting in the journey)? Have you ever been told you ask a lot of questions? If so, congrats! You’re one of us: a Part-Time Genius! Join Will, Mango, and the team as we scour the globe in search of obscure facts, offbeat locales, and hidden histori... more

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Is our obsession with cleanliness keeping us from peak health? Also, can hookworm cure allergies? Will harvesting panda poop make you rich? Plus: Why Amish dust is superior to other dust (seriously!). Featuring Penny Sarchet.

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Why is it so hard to stop oversleeping and eating candy? Why is it equally hard to start going to the gym and preparing healthy snacks? If you’ve been struggling with New Year’s resolutions, you’re not alone—turns out humans have wrestled with habits... more

We have ZERO intention of eating less food! But if you had to pare down your pantry to the bare minimum, what are the only foods you'd need to survive? Is an all-potato diet healthy? And did Steve Jobs' strange diet affect his business decisions? Plu... more

We honk at them in the street and shoo them away from our trash cans, but opossums are so much more than nocturnal nuisances. In today’s episode, Mango and Gabe get better acquainted with America’s only native marsupials, including the truth behind t... more

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Recent Guests

Penny Sarchet
Biomedical news editor for New Scientist
New Scientist
Episode: How Clean Should We Be?
Katy Milkman
Professor at the Wharton School and author of 'How to Change'
University of Pennsylvania
Episode: What’s the Best Way to Break a Bad Habit?
Andrew Taylor
An Australian who ate only potatoes for 366 days as part of an experiment.
Author of The DIY Spud Fit Challenge
Episode: What Are the Only 10 Foods You'd Need to Survive?
Dave Bergart
Competitive archer and ski archery participant
Episode: How Did the Winter Olympics Change Sports?
Daniel Whiteson
Particle physicist and author
Episode: How Close Are We to Teleporting?
Sarah Fiddler
Flavor guru at Ben & Jerry's
Ben & Jerry's
Episode: Is Flavor Really All In Your Brain?
Bob Holmes
Author of Flavor and science writer
Episode: Is Flavor Really All In Your Brain?
Tom Freston
Co-founder of MTV and media executive
Viacom
Episode: Taking Risks and Traveling the World, with Tom Freston!
Erin McCarthy
Editor-in-chief of Mental Floss
Mental Floss
Episode: What Did Teddy Roosevelt Do to Dr. Seuss?!

Hosts

Will Pearson
Co-host known for engaging storytelling and humorous insights on various topics related to culture and science.
Mangesh Hattikudur
Co-host and researcher who adds a light-hearted twist and comedic flair to insightful discussions on a wide array of subjects.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 2.7k ratings
  • I love all the interesting fact!! If there weren't like 10 adds in each episode I would give it all 5 stars.

    Podcast Addict
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    spnb
    a month ago
  • Garbage show with hosts who hate cats

    The show is really loose with facts, presenting outright wrong claims as scientific certainty, and then there’s a weird fascination with proudly announcing hatred for cats.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    PalmtreeKiwi
    Denmark2 months ago
  • Decklan 56789

    The pirate one is my favorite I’ve been listening to it for like six months (as in I’ve been relistening to it)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Decklan 5678
    United States3 months ago
  • I listen to the guest Danial’s podcast

    From the podcast that Will an Mangesh helped create Daniel and Jorge explain the universe the co host Jorge left and started working on science stuff that Will and Mangesh also helped create.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Beep boop34
    Canada4 months ago
  • Esperanto

    So initially, I was really excited to see this episode because I’ve always wanted to learn Esperanto, but I haven’t been able to find a place that can teach it simply. It was a really good episode, but it never explained or offered the best way to learn the language Like who offers it.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    AnonyCrat
    United States4 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the engaging and humorous conversational style of the hosts, making complex topics accessible and fun.
Many value the diverse range of topics, from historical anecdotes to scientific explorations, allowing for a well-rounded learning experience.
The podcast is often recommended to others for its entertaining delivery and ability to satisfy curiosity.
Some listeners have expressed concerns regarding the level of detail and accuracy in discussions, desiring more depth in certain topics.

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What Are the Only 10 Foods You'd Need to Survive?
Q: Were you consulting a nutritionist during your diet?
No, I consulted my personal doctor, who is a qualified dietitian, after doing my research.
What Are the Only 10 Foods You'd Need to Survive?
Q: Andrew, why did you decide on the potato?
I wanted to see if dealing with my food addiction through abstinence would be helpful, so I chose potatoes for their nutritional value.
What’s the Best Way to Break a Bad Habit?
Q: How long does it actually take to form a habit?
There is no magic number; it's widely variable but depends on the frequency of the behavior and habit.
What’s the Best Way to Break a Bad Habit?
Q: Is there any magic to picking a date, like January 1st, as a time to make or break a habit?
There is a 'fresh start effect' where these moments help create motivation and awareness for change.
Does Listening to Music Make You Healthier? with Daisy Fancourt
Q: What is psychoneuroimmunology?
It examines the interaction between psychological processes and biological functions, showing how they mutually influence each other.

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The show paints an engaging picture of curiosity and discovery, appealing to knowledge seekers and trivia enthusiasts. Each episode is filled with fascinating topics that range from the science behind cleanliness to cultural explorations of food and historical anecdotes about winter sports. The hosts, known for their lighthearted style, often invite guests who share their expertise on subjects like habit change and the peculiarities of opossums, creating a blend of humor and information that's both entertaining and educational. Listeners can expect a variety of quirky facts and thought-provoking discussions that challenge conventional perspectives, all presented in an approachable and enjoyable manner.

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