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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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Recent Guests

Nathan Hale
Best-selling author of Nathan Hale's Hazardous Tales (Lafayette)
Abrams Books / Nathan Hale's Hazardous Tales
Episode: Did Lafayette Save America? with Nathan Hale!
Sarah Wassberg Johnson
Food historian
Food historian
Episode: We Got Milk… But Why?
Dan Rollman
Founder/CEO of Record Setter, platform for world records
Record Setter
Episode: Why Are We Obsessed with World Records?
Yasser Saleem
Competitive eater and record-holder, former marketer at Mental Floss
Record Setter / competitive eating circuits
Episode: Why Are We Obsessed with World Records?
Danny Bate
Linguist and author of Why Q Needs U, A History of Our Letters and How We Use Them
University of York (discussed)
Episode: Where Did the Alphabet Come From? with Danny Bate!
Dr. Vijay Sethi Narayan
Tantric astrologer interviewed in Chennai
Independent practitioner
Episode: Skyline Drive: Homecoming
George Ebelotis
Comedian, actor, Nightmare LA multi-hyphenate
Self/Guest
Episode: Skyline Drive: George and the Experience Treadmill
Nancy Pope
Head curator of the history department at the National Postal Museum
National Postal Museum
Episode: Secrets of the Post Office! with Nancy Pope
Sarah Hofferbert
Mail carrier (Rochester, NY) who participated in a quiz
USPS (as a mail carrier)
Episode: Secrets of the Post Office! with Nancy Pope

Hosts

Will Pearson
Host of Part-Time Genius with a long-running collaboration, often driving conversations with curiosity and humor.
Mangesh Hattikudur
Co-host and researcher; drives the show's exploratory angle and hosts conversations with a mix of guests.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 2.7k ratings
  • Love Mangos laughing 😆

    I was reading some of the old reviews and they say how bad Mangos laughing is but I think it makes the podcast really enjoyable and fun love the show.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Your biggest fan Miles 
    United States2 months ago
  • Funny and informative

    Backed up with interviews, examples and history. I’ll be a regular listener.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nnk shopper
    United States2 months ago
  • Good info. But, i think you were referring to flavinoids not flavonol. I might b rong.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    gibblephribbitz
    4 months ago
  • Best show ever

    Amazing show can’t get enough

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Andia 😊
    United States4 months ago
  • Amazing podcast

    It puts me to sleep every night in a good way

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    pasta 88 🏒🥅🫠🚨
    United States4 months ago

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A subset criticizes inconsistencies or tangents, but overall enthusiasm remains high and loyal.
Listeners appreciate the playful, trivia-forward approach and broad range of topics.
Many enjoy the hosts' chemistry and humor, making complex facts approachable.

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#107
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Apple Podcasts
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Did Lafayette Save America? with Nathan Hale!
Q: How do you choose which stories to turn into books and balance humor with serious topics?
I chase stories that spark my own curiosity, prefer ones that can carry both drama and humor, and rely on careful research and a strong narrator to weave in the lighter moments without losing the gravity of history.
Why Are We Obsessed with World Records?
Q: What was the moment Burning Man inspired you to create an official world records camp?
Dan describes launching the Playa Book of Records at Burning Man in 2004, creating a space where participants could attempt and be recognized for their own world records, which then evolved into a digital, open platform.
Why Are We Obsessed with World Records?
Q: Tell us about your early obsession with records?
Dan Rollman explains he grew up with the Guinness Book of World Records, was inspired by iconic images, and secretly dreamed of becoming the world's best at something, which motivated his later work with Record Setter.
Where Did the Alphabet Come From? with Danny Bate!
Q: Do you think the alphabet will keep changing, or is it fixed?
Danny argues the alphabet will continue to evolve as it encounters new languages and technologies, and that there is no definitive end to changes in orthography or the sounds they represent.
Where Did the Alphabet Come From? with Danny Bate!
Q: What exactly is the Great Vowel Shift and why does it matter?
The shift restructured long vowels in early modern English, radically altering pronunciation and shaping today's spelling-to-sound relationships, making it a key dividing line between medieval and modern English.

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A curiosity-driven show that mixes broad trivia, history, science, and culture through lively banter between two hosts who chase obscure facts and quirky narratives. Episodes cover everything from potatoes and ergonomics to astrology, pop culture icons, and unusual art, often featuring expert guests or topical tangents. The format blends playful storytelling with accessible science and history, making it easy for curious listeners to learn something surprising in a breezy, entertaining way. Noteworthy traits include a long-running duo dynamic, cross-disciplinary guest appearances, and sponsorships that thread into the conversation without overpowering the curiosity-driven vibe.

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1. Nathan Hale
2. Sarah Wassberg Johnson
3. Dan Rollman
4. Yasser Saleem
5. Danny Bate
6. Dr. Vijay Sethi Narayan
7. George Ebelotis
8. Nancy Pope

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