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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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It's time to get real about raw fish! Will and Mango have their chopsticks ready and way too many questions on hand: Is bluefin really a delicacy? How do sushi chefs apply their soy sauce? And how California is the California roll? From the dish's Ch... more

How rude! After author Danny Wallace got the world's worst customer service (and possibly the world's worst hot dog), he decided to search for the root causes of rudeness. Danny joins Will and Mango to talk about snarky celebrity judges, why surgeons... more

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Recent Guests

Trevor Corson
Author of The Story of Sushi and The Secret Life of Lobsters
Episode: Are You Eating Sushi All Wrong? ft. Trevor Corson
Danny Wallace
Author of F You Very Much: Understanding the Culture of Rudeness and What We Can Do About It
Episode: Are We Living Through a Rudeness Epidemic? ft. Danny Wallace
Mary Phillips Sandy
Producer who collects crystals and researches their history and sourcing
Episode: Do Healing Crystals Really Work?
Nick Niarchos
Journalist referenced as part of Kaleidoscope project
Kaleidoscope (past work)
Episode: 9 Places You Can't Go
Costas Linos
Journalist/reporter referenced from Kaleidoscope project
Kaleidoscope (past work)
Episode: 9 Places You Can't Go
Simone Giertz
YouTube creator known for building intentionally goofy “useless machines”
Self-employed/YouTube
Episode: Will We Ever Live Without Sleep? Featuring Simone Giertz!
Mary Phillips-Sandy
Researcher and contributor, host extraordinaire of Let's Talk About Cats
Independent / freelance
Episode: Why Do Kids Play Recorders in School?
AJ Jacobs
Author and journalist known for Know It All and Twice Removed
Author and journalist
Episode: How Have Rats Outsmarted Us for So Long?
Peregrine Church
RainWorks artist
RainWorks
Episode: What's the Science of Invisibility?

Hosts

Will Pearson
Host of the show; long-running presenter with broad curiosity and history/science interests.
Mangesh Hattikudur
Co-host with broad knowledge across topics, adds context and commentary to conversations.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 2.7k ratings
  • Best thing ever

    Best thing since and including the invention of bread this show has taught me more than my parents and teachers put together

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    EleanMacp
    United Kingdom11 days ago
  • 10/10

    It a very interesting and fun podcast to listen to!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gabe Nolark
    France2 months ago
  • No

    Toooooooooooo long

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    I♥️this podcast
    United States3 months ago
  • Love this show!

    My favorite episode is the one about platypuses.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    peanuts superfan
    United States4 months ago
  • 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 States4 months ago

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Guests and topics provide a wide range of facts and stories that entertain and educate.
Hosts are funny and knowledgeable, delivering quirky history with engaging banter.
Production vibes are strong; some listeners want deeper insights but many enjoy the approachable style.

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Do Healing Crystals Really Work?
Q: Is there anything that consumers can do?
Consumers can ask sellers for specific mine or town origins and prefer sources with detailed supply-chain information. Rockhounding is another way to learn where collected minerals come from.
Do Healing Crystals Really Work?
Q: What is the difference between a crystal, a mineral, and a gemstone?
A crystal describes an ordered internal structure; minerals are naturally occurring, inorganic substances with a defined composition and structure. Gemstone is a value-based designation, and some gemstones are not crystals or minerals.
Are You Eating Sushi All Wrong? ft. Trevor Corson
Q: Can you talk a little bit about that change in what people consider valuable in sushi?
Corson says bluefin tuna, especially its fatty belly, is now treated as a pinnacle of sushi, but a century ago tuna was viewed as low-class. He describes how shifting markets and airline cargo technology helped make bluefin a prized, widely traded sushi ingredient.
Are You Eating Sushi All Wrong? ft. Trevor Corson
Q: What turned your interest towards sushi and writing this book?
Trevor Corson's early experiences living in Japan showed him how social and varied sushi-bar dining could be, unlike the sushi experience he later encountered in the United States. He wrote The Story of Sushi to explain that difference and the cuisine's history to American readers.
Are We Living Through a Rudeness Epidemic? ft. Danny Wallace
Q: How can rudeness actually be dangerous in a medical context?
Wallace describes research in which surgeons exposed to a rude observer performed substantially worse in a simulation, with poorer communication and errors that could have endangered a patient.

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A breezy, curiosity-driven show that swings from quirky history and science to surprising cultural stories. Episodes mix deep dives (longstanding myths, unusual traditions, and oddball records) with playful banter, guest experts, and practical takeaways for curious listeners. Notable traits include a strong focus on obscure facts, accessible explanations, and a signature humor that often centers on the hosts' dynamic and banter. This gear makes it appealing to listeners who enjoy learning through entertaining, fast-paced conversations and real-world examples from history, science, and culture.

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2. Danny Wallace
3. Mary Phillips Sandy
4. Nick Niarchos
5. Costas Linos
6. Simone Giertz
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8. AJ Jacobs

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