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SNAFU with Ed Helms

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SNAFU with Ed Helms, America’s favorite podcast about history’s greatest screwups, returns for Season 4 with even more SNAFUs - one per episode, to be precise. And this time around, Ed ropes in a cavalcade of smart, hilarious guests to help unpack what these blunders, fiascos and faceplants say about who we are (spoiler: we’re basically just toddlers with nukes). Think of it as part history less... more

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Recent Guests

Sophia Bush
Actress, activist, producer, and podcaster known for her role in 'One Tree Hill' and her social activism.
Episode: S4E11: Sophia Bush and the Mona Lisa Heist
Rob Reiner
Creator and director of 'This is Spinal Tap'
Episode: Introducing Earsay hosted by Ed Helms and Kal Penn
Michael McKean
Actor in 'This is Spinal Tap' and comedic actor
Episode: Introducing Earsay hosted by Ed Helms and Kal Penn
Jake Tapper
Chief Washington Correspondent at CNN, host of The Lead and State of the Union, and author of Race Against Terror.
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Episode: S4E9: Jake Tapper and the Sinking of the Lusitania
Samantha Bee
Emmy-winning comedian, producer, and writer
Episode: S4E8: Live at 92NY with Samantha Bee
Richard Kreitner
Historian and journalist, author of 'Break It Up'
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Episode: S4E7: Kal Penn and the Republic of Rough and Ready
Mike Schur
A writing legend known for shows like SNL, The Office, and Parks and Recreation
Episode: S4E6: Mike Schur and Tammany Hall
Desi Lydic
Comedian and correspondent for The Daily Show
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Episode: S4E5: Desi Lydic and the 1977 NYC Blackout
Paul Scheer
Comedian, actor, and podcaster known for his work on shows like The League, Black Monday, and his podcasts How Did This Get Made and Unspooled.
Episode: S4E4: Paul Scheer and the Johnstown Flood

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Ed Helms
Host of the podcast, known for his engaging storytelling and comedic approach to historical narratives.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 2.5k ratings
  • From Top to Flop

    Season 1-3 are great! 5 Stars

    In Season 4 half of the time they talk about irrelevant BS.

    Get your old format back please

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Ninoevma
    Norway21 days ago
  • Season 4 is a let down

    Seasons 1-3 are brilliant. Great stories. Wonderful story telling. Excellent narrator. Season 4 is trying to be Greatest Escapes with Arturo Castro but with excessive commercial breaks.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    RDT1980
    United Statesa month ago
  • Original concept! Interesting content! Too many ads!

    I just listened to the episode about the lost nuclear weapons. It was really interesting! I would like to listen to more of this show, however, there are so many ad breaks and they’re so long. I seriously fast-forward 30 seconds six times and there’s still another ad. Jenna and Angela were great guests with funny quips. Ed is a great host -very engaging. I get you need to make money however you guys have a lot more ads than any other podcast. I listen to.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Satchiko-1
    United Statesa month ago
  • Miss the original format

    I loved the original deep dive into a SNAFU for a season. It takes a lot of time and research to create such a well produced topic. Not loving the new format this season. There’s so many podcasts out there where celebs talk with their celeb friends ad nauseum about whatever topic. Color me disappointed.

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    3
    buzyb33
    United Statesa month ago
  • Thank you

    I am so grateful for you and this podcast, in particular-so far- for season 2. This story needs telling. This podcast is a gift.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Longhairbarefeet
    United Statesa month ago

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Ed Helms is praised for his engaging storytelling and ability to weave comedy into factual discussions.
Many listeners have expressed disappointment with the recent format changes, specifically the introduction of celebrity guests, which they feel detracts from the historical narratives.
The podcast effectively blends humor with educational content, making history enjoyable and accessible.
Listeners appreciate the high production quality and the dynamic between guests, although some miss the previous storytelling format focusing on deep dives into historical events.

Chart Rankings

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#91
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#114
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#198
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#98
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#137
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S4E5: Desi Lydic and the 1977 NYC Blackout
Q: Do you think New York City is a good place or a bad place for a disaster?
Desi mentioned that it has the capacity for both good and bad outcomes due to the diverse population.
S4E5: Desi Lydic and the 1977 NYC Blackout
Q: What is a major SNAFU from your life?
Desi shared a story about taping over her cousin's graduation video with inappropriate Madonna footage.
Introducing Here We Go Again With Kal Penn
Q: What's changed in the space race now compared to original space race?
Bill Nye notes that while it's not just US versus Russia anymore, national pride plays a key role with countries like China stepping into the spotlight along with private billionaires.
Introducing Here We Go Again With Kal Penn
Q: What does the history of the original space race look like in a nutshell?
Bill Nye explains that the Soviet Union aimed to prove their system was superior by building the Sputnik spacecraft, prompting the US to create NASA, culminating in landing on the moon.
S4E1: Jenna Fischer, Angela Kinsey, and the Lost Nuke
Q: Is there a moment in your own life, a mishap, a misunderstanding, a full blown meltdown that that would qualify as a SNAFU?
Both Angela and Jenna shared personal anecdotes reflecting on embarrassing moments from their past, relating them to the overarching theme of the podcast.

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1. Sophia Bush
2. Rob Reiner
3. Michael McKean
4. Jake Tapper
5. Samantha Bee
6. Richard Kreitner
7. Mike Schur
8. Desi Lydic

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