
The Why Files covers mysteries, myths and legends. We tell stories and seek the truth in a fun and lighthearted way. Our content is heavily researched; we don't release an episode unless we're sure we can bring something new to a topic.
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 292 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | DocumentaryFictionScience FictionSociety & Culture | |||

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…especially the basement.
AJ and Corbell…need anyone say more.
I love all your episodes. My new favorites are the basement episodes. Love all the in depth talk and sometimes BS. Wondering when Don Hoffman will show up on there. I’m waiting
The show has definitely downgraded a little bit.
I feel like at least half of each episode is just ads, ads, and more ads.
The basement episodes, while not too bad, don’t get me wrong there are pros to them(like not as many ads), but the older episodes were a lot more interesting, entertaining, and overall more enjoyable.
I love hecklefish. I think you either love or hate him with a burning passion.
The first few years of this show and YouTube channel I watched/listened to every episode several times normally. Now I can't stand it. There are so many ads and the fish is so annoying to the point where I have to fast forward so much I have no idea what the podcast was even about at the end. It's a shame this content has deteriorated so much.
This used to be my favorite podcast. Now there are ads every few minutes and annoying songs. Why do they always have to ruin greatness! So disappointed.
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Episodes center on mysteries, science, and fringe topics explored through deep-dive interviews and narrative storytelling. Recently covered range includes high-tech surveillance and cyber security, paranormal and consciousness research, interstellar physics, UFO history, and historical conspiracies, all unpacked with rigorous sourcing and long-form conversations. The show often pairs expert testimony with accessible explanations, offering a thoughtful blend of skepticism and wonder that appeals to curious listeners who enjoy thorough research and provocative ideas. A standout trait is the commitment to bringing technical topics to life through personal journeys, archival research, and nuanced discussion rather than sensationalism.
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Recent guests on The Why Files: Operation Podcast include:
1. John Allen
2. John Alexander
3. Jeremy Corbell
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8. Joshua Cutchin
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