
A weekly podcast about the history, science, lore and surprises that make everyday things secretly incredibly fascinating. Hosted by comedy writer, emoji creator, and ‘Jeopardy!‘ champion Alex Schmidt. Join Alex & his co-host Katie Goldin for a joyful deep dive into seeing the world a whole new way! (For research sources, bonus episodes, and how you can support the podcast, visit sifpod.fun.)
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 286 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Society & CultureComedy | |||

Alex Schmidt and Katie Goldin explore why the song "Yakety Sax" is secretly incredibly fascinating.
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Alex Schmidt and Katie Goldin explore why chopsticks are secretly incredibly fascinating.
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Alex Schmidt and Katie Goldin explore why pumpkins are secretly incredibly fascinating.
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We make a special bonus show EVERY WEEK for Maximum Fun members. Get them all by supporting the podcast at maximumfun.org/join/. And please enjoy this special public release of the bonus show for Episode 267 ("Lunch Atop A Skyscraper").
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Just a couple of sweeties goofin’ around, gabbin’ about neat stuff. 10/10.
I just opened this app to check out the new episodes for this week and I saw the Rootbeer episode and my life became complete
Both Katie and Alex are the best human beings whomsoever existed on this planet… don’t know about aliens, there maybe really good podcasters on Io or whatever, but I haven’t met them. Love the food episodes! Ciao!
Always fun, educational, and interesting!
This show gives me a lovely dose of facts, folly, and humor.
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Exploring the intersection of everyday topics and their surprising histories, this podcast presents a delightful blend of humor and education. Each episode tackles unique subjects ranging from popular foods like Neapolitan ice cream and root beer to intriguing concepts such as glow-in-the-dark materials and the significance of words like 'hello'. The hosts, known for their chemistry and entertaining banter, often incorporate personal anecdotes and guest insights, making complex ideas accessible and enjoyable. This unique approach not only invites listeners to learn but also to view familiar topics through a fresh lens, leaving them with fascinating facts and a sense of wonder about the world around them.
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Secretly Incredibly Fascinating launched 5 years ago and published 286 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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