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Stuff You Should Know

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Jonestown
Yogurt
Las Vegas
PERC
Jim Jones
Mob Influence
Korean Immigrants
People's Temple
Esperanto
Wainscoting
Bugsy Siegel
Gambling
Sustainability
Environmental Impact
Guyana
Probiotics
Ken Rex Mcelroy
Home Decor
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If you've ever wanted to know about champagne, satanism, the Stonewall Uprising, chaos theory, LSD, El Nino, true crime and Rosa Parks, then look no further. Josh and Chuck have you covered.

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Hosts

Josh Clark
Co-host with a knack for presenting complex subjects in an engaging and approachable way, often infusing humor and personality into discussions.
Chuck Bryant
Co-host known for his insightful commentary and comedic timing, making educational topics entertaining for a wide audience.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 130.2k ratings
  • Stuff

    I find most episodes interesting and enjoyable, too many ads, enjoy some of the banter but it can lead the hosts down rabbit trails and away from topic

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    logic&humor
    United Statesa month ago
  • Love It!

    Great Podcast! Knowledge never killed anyone.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Shu44
    United Statesa month ago
  • Listen and open your heart and mind

    Stuff you should know is an incredible podcast where you learn things you didn’t know you wanted to know, things you wanted to know, and things you wish you had known sooner. The host Chuck and Josh have an incredible friendship and camaraderie that builds over the years. This podcast is great for educational purposes as well as personal. I can’t go a day without listening to Chuck and Josh.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Meagans7
    United Statesa month ago
  • Me sleep

    Helps me sleep and very interesting and informative

    I met w/ Josh and Chuck irl once they’re super nice and funny I took a photo with them they’re rly cool guys

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ben36D
    United Statesa month ago
  • Anacondas Not the Movie

    The lamest episode they’ve yet to do. Buncha of garbaldy goop.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    marketpop
    United Statesa month ago

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Listeners appreciate the engaging and humorous approach to learning about diverse topics.
The camaraderie between hosts Josh and Chuck is frequently praised, seen as a distinctive feature of the series.
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Critics point out an overabundance of advertisements in the episodes.

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A variety of fascinating topics are explored, ranging from historical events and cultural norms to scientific concepts and social issues. The informative discussions not only educate listeners on subjects such as famous crimes, unique occurrences in history, and scientific phenomena, but also present them with a blend of humor and personality that makes the content engaging. Particularly unique is how each episode often combines in-depth research with the hosts' lighthearted banter, appealing to a broad audience seeking both entertainment and insight. This approach allows for a casual, enjoyable learning experience that transcends traditional educational formats.

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Stuff You Should Know launched 17 years ago and published 2586 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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