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The BrainFood Show

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In this show, the team behind the wildly popular TodayIFoundOut YouTube channel do deep dives into a variety of fascinating topics to help you feed your brain with interesting knowledge.

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Recent Guests

Lily Kaplan
Licensed therapist and writer of Reality Test newsletter
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Episode: Introducing: No Such Thing
AJ Jacobs
Journalist and author, history writer
Mental Floss (historical columnist)
Episode: Introducing: No Such Thing
Joe Messier
Tesla Enthusiast, research master and engineer
Independent researcher/YouTube content creator
Episode: Tesla vs Edison- Debunking the Myth of the War of the Currents
Max Miller
Host of Tasting History channel
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Episode: What was Being a Ninja Really Like
Yüji Yamada
Professor of ninja studies
MIA University
Episode: What was Being a Ninja Really Like
Gilles Messier
Professor joining for the deep dive into Edison's life
Unspecified university
Episode: The Truth About the Incredible Childhood of Thomas Edison
Herb Peterson
Franchisee and creator of the Egg McMuffin
McDonald's
Episode: Who Invented the Egg McMuffin?
Eric Mason
CFO of Quincy, Massachusetts and TED Talk speaker
City of Quincy
Episode: How Government Works, When Does the U.S. Government Debt Become Unsustainable, And Much More

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 2.4k ratings
  • Great podcast!

    Excellent talking voice, humor and research, if they make mistakes they make up for them. You should do

    Another flight attendant episode, it has changed since Covid.

    Omg I’m listening to the last episode, only one Mexican review?! Here goes mine! I ve been watching the simonverse even before Romulus and Remus were born! And It keeps getting better.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Charles$$
    Mexico22 days ago
  • No 1 podcast

    I liked side projects but I love the podcast and listen in bed every night I like the new format but would like more car and space stuff wonderful podcast no 1

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Roux the poo
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Good content. It's the heavy accent and vocal fry that's hard to listen to

    Podcast Addict
    2
    Ksdtoday
    a month ago
  • So glad the Boys are back!

    Very happy to see this podcast revived! I had previously listened to every episode and enjoyed the well researched topics and tangents. The boys are back and I’m enjoying the introduction of themes across multiple episodes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GrapheneOxygen
    Germany3 months ago
  • Love the banter

    I love the information you guys give. The banter and chemistry you two have is entertaining and keeps me invested.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Champ08
    United States3 months ago

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Back-from-hiatus energy is appreciated and motivating for fans.
High-quality storytelling makes complex topics approachable.
Consistent depth and variety keep you coming back episode after episode.
Listeners love the engaging banter and the sense hosts are learning with you.

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#208
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How Ancient Romans Made Perfectly Straight & Durable Roads, Concrete Better Than Ours, & Much More
Q: How did the Ancient Romans manage to build perfectly straight roads hundreds of miles long?
Surveyors first plotted the route, then used a gromer with weighted plumb lines to align markers and rods, ensuring straight sections; roads were laid out with careful slope, drainage, and standardized widths, with miles marked by Malaria markers along the route.
Caesar Part 4: In Which We Discuss All Things Tangentially Related
Q: What was the original intention behind the Caesar salad?
The original Caesar salad was not meant to be eaten with forks, but rather using the romaine lettuce leaves like spoons to scoop up the ingredients.
Caesar Part 4: In Which We Discuss All Things Tangentially Related
Q: What's the connection between John Wilkes Booth and Lincoln?
John Wilkes Booth was a famous actor who assassinated Abraham Lincoln, making his brother Edwin Booth's act of saving Lincoln's son particularly significant and ironic.
The Truth About the 12 Days of Christmas
Q: What is the story behind the 12 Days of Christmas?
It was originally a children's memory forfeit game and had many different lyric variations.
How Government Works, When Does the U.S. Government Debt Become Unsustainable, And Much More
Q: At what point does U.S. national debt become unsustainable?
If GDP growth is greater than debt growth, we're generally fine; but as debt increases without corresponding tax growth, we have a problem.

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A wide-ranging show that covers history, science, technology, and culture through accessible storytelling and deep dives. Episodes blend historical narratives with curious case studies, delivering clear explanations, vivid anecdotes, and plentiful banter between hosts. Listeners tend to rate the show highly for its engaging pace, fun atmosphere, and willingness to explore niche topics with a teachable feel. Noteworthy is the consistent versatility—from ancient infrastructure to modern inventions—often paired with sponsor integrations that keep the storytelling tight without derailing the education-focused angle.

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2. AJ Jacobs
3. Joe Messier
4. Max Miller
5. Yüji Yamada
6. Gilles Messier
7. Herb Peterson
8. Eric Mason

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