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Best friends Jason Alexander and Peter Tilden are joined by experts, newsmakers and celebrities in an attempt to find answers to the things that make us go…"Really? no, Really?” We invite you to join us, subscribe and even suggest topics, as we search for the answers to life’s most baffling, intriguing, confusing and annoying questions. New episodes drop weekly.

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Latest Episodes

Steven Cyr, long time Las Vegas casino host, Vegas Insider, and a man who spent decades standing at the intersection of money, addiction, psychology, ego, luxury, and absolute human madness. That's a six way intersection, by the way. On this episode ... more

Chad Maisel and Neale Mahoney, authors of the report, Taking On The Annoyance Economy, explain why every app, website, airline, pharmacy, streaming service, grocery store and parking meter now feels like it's determined to break you on this episode o... more

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Jason had an emergency this week and could make this episode but Peter held down the fort. With the Olympics heading to Los Angeles in 2028, the issue on how cities bid to hold the Olympics is one that drives Peter crazy. On this episode of Really? n... more

Gary Gulman is one of the sharpest and the most respected stand up comedians working today. Known for his brilliantly detailed observational comedy, Gary has built a career turning the smallest human anxieties into epic philosophical events. Whether ... more

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Recent Guests

Steve Cyr
Longtime Las Vegas casino host, Vegas Insider
Las Vegas casinos / Ellis Island / Caesars / Venetian etc.
Episode: Steven Cyr On Wooing High Rollers At The Casinos | Really? no Really? Podcast
Neale Mahoney
Stanford economist
Stanford University
Episode: The $165 Billion Annoyance Economy Is Here To Break You | Really? no Really?
Chad Maisel
Policy researcher
Groundwork Collaborative
Episode: The $165 Billion Annoyance Economy Is Here To Break You | Really? no Really?
Andrew Zimbalist
American economist, author of Circus Maximus
Smith College or related affiliations as mentioned in episode (author of Circus Maximus)
Episode: Is The Economic Gamble Behind Hosting the Olympics Worth It? | Really? no Really? Podcast
Gary Gulman
Comedian known for The Great Depression HBO special and extensive stand‑up
Episode: Gary Gulman Can Turn Small Anxieties Into Epic Philosophical Events | Really? no Really? Podcast
Weird Al Yankovic
Legendary parody musician and guest on the episode
Musician, Weird Al Yankovic
Episode: "Weird Al" Yankovic's Parody Hit Songs Will Outlive the Originals | Really? no Really? Podcast
Doug Melville
Corporate strategist, advisor, author of Invisible Generals
Forbes contributor
Episode: Here's Why The Liquor Industry is Losing Billions in Revenue | Really? no, Really?
Ander Monson
Guest, writer and interviewer with insight into slap fighting culture
Author/Writer
Episode: Power Slap Fighting | Really? no, Really?
Barry Sonnenfeld
Director and cinematographer discussed in interview
Episode: Director Barry Sonnenfeld | Really? no, Really?

Hosts

Jason Alexander
Host of the show; co-host with Peter Tilden, known for humor and broad curiosity.
Peter Tilden
Co-host known for interviewing guests and driving conversational energy.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 720 ratings
  • Audio

    Podcast is great. Audio volume is really uneven.

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    4
    D-Cincy
    United States2 months ago
  • meh

    decent guests, stupidest least memorable podcast name.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    emaildaniels
    United States3 months ago
  • Really no really

    Very entertaining as well as informative. Keep up the good work.!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Debd024
    United States4 months ago
  • Glad You’re Back

    Love the show. So glad you have returned for another season.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    UtahPowderMantra
    United States4 months ago
  • Love this podcast

    Too good to waste! The process I save until the day is done, I can lie in bed and truly listen. Not only warm and funny but always intelligent banter. A real treat

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Agubffhibb
    Australia4 months ago

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Would You Trust ChatGPT With Your Money? | Really? no, Really?
Q: Would you trust AI like ChatGPT to give you financial investment advice?
The guest explains that while AI can perform extensive research and assemble a portfolio, humans should remain cautious and consider risk, diversify, and monitor decisions; the AI should act as a tool rather than a replacement for human judgment.
Here's Why Prediction Markets & Sports Betting Are So Addictive | Really? no, Really?
Q: Is there a way to balance access to legal gambling with reducing harm?
The panel discusses mandatory safeguards, better regulation, and policy action as necessary steps to prevent exploitation while preserving legitimate entertainment.
Here's Why Prediction Markets & Sports Betting Are So Addictive | Really? no, Really?
Q: What sparked your interest in gambling policy and the lottery as a public health issue?
The guest explains that the lottery and sports gambling intersect with American ideas about the 'American dream' and policy choices, which motivated him to document the potential public health impacts and push for safer, regulated approaches.
Here's Why Credit Card Churning Isn't Illegal | Really? no, Really?
Q: Is it better to have two or three credit cards?
Yes, but what's more important is how you manage your use of credit, keeping balances low and paying on time.
Here's Why Credit Card Churning Isn't Illegal | Really? no, Really?
Q: How many credit cards can you realistically have?
It varies, but people often have several, sometimes opening 30-40 accounts a year to maximize offers.

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The show features a candid, humorous exchange between two hosts and a rotating cast of guests that spans technology, science, entertainment, culture, and current events. Episodes commonly explore big ideas through accessible conversations, mixing expert insight with personal stories and provocative questions. Listeners often get practical takeaways, memorable anecdotes, and occasional critiques of hype around AI, gambling, self-driving technology, art security, and pop culture phenomena. A notable strength is the pair's ability to blend curiosity with humor, creating approachable discussions that still surface nuanced viewpoints. The format tends to attract curious, media-savvy adults who enjoy thoughtful analysis wrapped in entertaining ba... more

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2. Neale Mahoney
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4. Andrew Zimbalist
5. Gary Gulman
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7. Doug Melville
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