
SmartDrivel is the podcast that promises the drivel and hopes for the smart in every episode. Listeners have described the podcast as funny, quirky, and secretly educational. Join co-hosts Kurt Schneider and Jon Ellenthal as they dig into a wide range of topics drawn from pop culture, history, word play, business, martinis, and more. If you want to impress your friends with your knowledge of the o... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 295 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | Society & Culture | |||

Learning, Ranting, and Laughing, our idiosyncratic hosts are back for another episode in season two of Smart Drivel. They discuss gender perspective, a time without a U.S. President, bad acoustics, the phenomenon of grade inflation for email/text res... more
The boys are back for the third episode in Season 2 of Learn, Rant, Laugh–A Smart Drivel Podcast. In this episode we learn how the term “Pan Am Smile” made it into the mainstream, how a horse named Fauvel would have sycophants groom him. These discus... more
Join Jon and Kurt as they excitedly discuss what they learned, what ticked them off, and what made them laugh since the last episode. This time they get into phone etiquette, cockiness vs. arrogance, the beauty of finishing third, and a whole host of... more
After 302 episodes, Smart Drivel is back with Season 2 – and a new structure. Jon and Kurt are still two allegedly grown‑up, definitely 60‑year‑old guys trying to make sense of the unusual things that grab their attention. What’s new? Every episode n... more
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Great entertainment, love the show!
Very entertaining podcast. I enjoy it and soon after hearing a couple of episodes I went to episode #1 and listen to them all.
I am however dropping one star: I have lived in several countries and in the US, although I am not US-born. Some of the facts presented about my culture and country, Europe in general, and other countries where I have lived or have visited are not so accurate, or just wrong. That make me wonder how accurate are the facts related to countries, cultures or historical perio... more
The miles go by quickly listening to these two smart fools…
I LOVE this podcast and the banter between Jon and Kurt. I truly appreciate how through 50 episodes, all during a pandemic, they’ve kept the time 100% positive and fun. It’s a welcome break from everything else going on in our lives. Highly recommended!
Love the banter!
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A witty duo explores a broad mix of topics—from language and etymology to history, pop culture, and everyday trivia—with a lighthearted, banter-driven style. Episodes feature playful quizzes, quirky facts, and humorous takes on cultural phrases, linguistics, and curious histories, often blending education with entertaining riffs. The format emphasizes curiosity, accessible learning, and banter between two knowledgeable hosts, making it appealing for listeners who enjoy smart talk with personality and bite-sized insights. A standout aspect is the show's knack for turning obscure facts into entertaining conversations without sacrificing humor or approachability.
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