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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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Jake Johnson is an off-the-cuff kinda guy, form-fit for this week's SNAFU when Ed and Jake meet a man who loved taking off his cuffs...and tunic, and trousers. He also happened to be one of the preeminent scientific minds during the French Revolution... more

Welcome to another Bonus Episode of SNAFU! Today, sit back and enjoy Ed's conversation with a real, genuine former KGB Spy! Jack Barsky was a Soviet operative who defected, risking his life, and family, to remain in the United States. His story is fu... more

Adam Grant is a thinker. The kind of thinking that makes you think twice. Which is precisely what the victims of a certain financial fraud deployment have been told throughout history. But today, Ed and Adam head to the top of this pyramid, to unveil... more

Kelly Corrigan is all class. As an award-winning journalist, podcaster, and author, her insights are a breath of fresh air. Today, Ed and Kelly cover Operation Cottage, a screwy attempt by American and Canadian forces to recapture the Aleutian Island... more

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Jack Barsky
Former KGB spy who infiltrated the US and later became a US citizen.
Episode: S4E19: Former KGB Spy Jack Barsky
Kelly Corrigan
A four-time New York Times bestselling author and host of Tell Me More on PBS.
Episode: S4E17: Kelly Corrigan and Operation Cottage
Jenny Slate
An actress, writer, and comedian known for her roles in Obvious Child, Zootopia, and Marcel the Shell with Shoes On, as well as her podcast I Need You Guys.
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Episode: S4E15: Jenny Slate and the Flight to Varennes
Sarah Spain
Emmy and Peabody award-winning journalist, host of the IHeartPodcast Good Game, all around sports fanatic
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Episode: S4E14: Sarah Spain and Napoleon's Russian Blunder
Jon Lovett
Former Obama speechwriter, co-host of Pod Save America
Crooked Media
Episode: S4E13: Jon Lovett and the Donner Party
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.
CNN
Episode: S4E9: Jake Tapper and the Sinking of the Lusitania

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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
  • This is bad

    Listened only to Jenna fisher and Angela episode but wow that was bad, were they in a massive rush, it’s ed helms being like I googled lost nuclear weapons and dint do any more research then what the google AI said at the very top

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    gabriel.iocco
    United States13 days ago
  • Sinking fast :-(

    What happened? Early seasons had me hooked, but season 4 is a full-stop. Get rid of the consultant that is steering this ship- asap! I’ve tried to be open to the guest/ chit-chat format change, but I’ve come to realize it’s now neither funny nor informative.. Please go back to what was working.

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    2
    luvvagoodstory
    United States24 days ago
  • Has become too political. No longer fun.

    This podcast was good. There are great stories, but Ed has decided to start throwing in politics. The Jake Tapper episode shows how Tapper is very biased for a journalist. Each episode has gotten worse. I asked myself why am I continuing to subscribe to this? Hopefully you drop the politics from the podcast. Many people come for escapism, but this podcast is no longer fun.

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    Theelborn
    United Statesa month ago
  • It was one of the best

    I’m still listening hoping that this season ends up being just a fluke and this goes back to being one of the best podcasts ever. 1-3 are fantastic and feel like important storytelling. This season is a copy paste of so very many podcasts it’s hard to pay attention. Partially because he’s not that good at it yet. I know if it continues in this form it will get better because the season has gotten better as he goes along. But I listen to two different versions of this podcast already and they are... more

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    222rv
    United Statesa month ago
  • Episode titles

    Love the show, new to it so was looking for interesting episodes but there’s no way of knowing what each episode is about in a lot of cases or whether there is more than one part to the particular SNAFU

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Larliloo
    Australia2 months 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

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#60
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#62
Canada/History
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#244
United Kingdom/History
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#89
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#135
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#34
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S4E13: Jon Lovett and the Donner Party
Q: What are your reflections on the lessons from the Donner Party's story?
It's a reminder that we should keep moving and not wait for help, that we must take responsibility for our situations and act to save ourselves.
S4E13: Jon Lovett and the Donner Party
Q: What do you think is going through James Reid's head after being banished?
James Reid might feel shocked and bewildered, possibly regretting the circumstances that led to his banishment while also trying to compute the dire situation ahead of them.
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.

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Recent guests on SNAFU with Ed Helms include:

1. Jack Barsky
2. Kelly Corrigan
3. Jenny Slate
4. Sarah Spain
5. Jon Lovett
6. Sophia Bush
7. Rob Reiner
8. Michael McKean

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