
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 | 296 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Society & CultureComedy | |||

Alex Schmidt and Katie Goldin explore why baby bottles are secretly incredibly fascinating.
Visit sifpod.fun/ for research sources and for this week's bonus episode.
Come hang out with us on the SIF Discord: discord.gg/wbR96nsGg5
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Alex Schmidt and Katie Goldin explore why sliced bread is secretly incredibly fascinating.
Visit sifpod.fun/ for research sources and for this week's bonus episode.
Come hang out with us on the SIF Discord: discord.gg/wbR96nsGg5
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Alex Schmidt and Katie Goldin explore why toilet paper is secretly incredibly fascinating.
Visit sifpod.fun/ for research sources and for this week's bonus episode.
Come hang out with us on the SIF Discord: discord.gg/wbR96nsGg5
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Happy holidays from us (Alex and Katie)! Please enjoy this holiday hello. Please also enjoy a new "The Inspectors Inspectors" episode in MaxFun bonus feeds. And see you in 2026!
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Unsubscribed because of Katie’s casual blood libel. Being “half Jewish” doesn’t absolve you, sorry.
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!
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The show features a blend of history, science, and amusing anecdotes that unveil the hidden stories behind mundane topics and everyday items. With episodes spanning a variety of subjects—from punctuation marks to culinary histories and cultural phenomena—the hosts aim to transform listeners' perceptions of the world around them. The engaging and comedic approach adds an entertaining layer to factual discussions, creating a whimsical experience for those curious about the lesser-known aspects of daily life. Additionally, the show's unique combination of humor and learning allows for a delightful exploration that appeals to both casual listeners and trivia enthusiasts alike.
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Secretly Incredibly Fascinating launched 5 years ago and published 296 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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