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Truthless

The Ringer
Lies
New York City
Society
Death and Identity
American Society
Career
Lehman Brothers
Video Rental Industry
Malcolm Gladwell
Stone Temple Pilots
Dante
Lie
Broadway
Masculinity
Motherhood
Lying
Detroit
The Moth
Journalism
Rob Harvilla

This is a podcast about the lies people tell. Science says that 60% of people can’t get through a 10-minute conversation without telling at least one lie. (Ten minutes!) These lies, told by normal people, provide the backbone of this show. Truthless is a curiosity-driven storytelling show, featuring one central interview in each episode. Together, Brian and the guest will retell the story of a lie... more

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When Claire was in her late 30s, she found herself telling strangers on airplanes stories about her kids—which is a pretty normal thing to do, except that Claire didn’t have any kids. She also didn’t know why she was doing it. Why would a successful,... more

The Strokes. The Yeah Yeah Yeahs. Interpol. New York’s indie rock scene of the early 2000s was a hive of creativity, and Simon was one of the most gifted young bassists in Manhattan. But when his new band signed up to play his high school talent show... more

Tyler was the biggest, baddest slugger on his small-town Little League team—until the day he realized he was scared of the ball. To get out of facing an intimidating pitcher, 8-year-old Tyler told a lie that made him feel guilty for decades to come. ... more

Before he was a star on the smash sitcom ‘Modern Family,’ Jesse was a young actor struggling to make it in New York. When he landed an audition for a role that could change his life, he was ecstatic—until he realized he was going to have to forge his... more

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Recent Guests

Tyler Parker
Oklahoma City Thunder superfan, podcaster, and novelist
The Ringer
Episode: 8. The Big Stick, With Tyler Parker
Rob Harvilla
One of the best music critics alive and host of 60 Songs That Explain the 90s
The Ringer
Episode: 5. The Wicked Garden, With Rob Harvilla
Zito Madu
A gifted young writer and essayist, known for his intricate storytelling and commentary on societal issues, particularly around his experiences as a Nigerian immigrant in America.
Episode: 3. The Land of the Dead, With Zito Madu
Kid Mero
Comedian and host, known for his humor and engaging storytelling
7PM in Brooklyn podcast
Episode: 2. Flying High, With The Kid Mero
Katie Baker
Writer focusing on sports culture and internet culture
Formerly of Goldman Sachs, now a writer
Episode: 1. The New Coat, With Katie Baker

Host

Brian Phillips
Host and storyteller, Brian Phillips engages in conversations that explore the multifaceted nature of lies, weaving personal stories with broader societal themes.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 136 ratings
  • Great…

    Great… if you enjoy leftist political identitarian garbage. DEI at its finest.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    LobePDX
    United States7 days ago
  • Love it - PLEASE MAKE MORE!!!!

    I absolutely love this! It’s one of my favorite podcasts and I have listened to every single episode. I would be thrilled if you made more!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lula Lou 0609
    United States7 months ago
  • Ok…

    This podcast isn’t bad to listen to, but could be better. The history tends to repeat himself quite a bit to drag out episodes. He makes the same joke over and over again (like in the video store episode, “and he did that, as any normal person would…”). These stories are sometimes fun to listen to but it also feels like 3 minutes of story dragged out into a half hour.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Ricky R Richard
    United States7 months ago
  • Poignant and entertaining

    From the best writer at theringer and honestly one of the best writers out there comes a truly interesting, clever, and entertaining pod that is absolutely worth a listen! Podcast voice doesn’t quite live up to the writing voice, but that’s an incredibly high bar to reach. At times a bit too sympathetic to lying or liars, but that contributes to how interesting it is - after all, how many people who at their core are good and trustworthy people lie, frequently, and for no noble reason?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DietPepsiMachine
    United States8 months ago
  • Inauthentic

    Don’t understand why the Narrator’s narration is dripping with sarcasm at every turn. In addition he seems to fail to draw the obvious conclusion. The second episode suggests some sort of metaphor around someone or something growing too big and throwing caution to the wind. It ends by letting everyone including Icarus off the hook. Such a good idea presented so poorly.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    mc d-ren
    United States9 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Some find the host's delivery style a bit off-putting or overly dramatic at times.
Listeners appreciate the variety of guests and the personal nature of their stories.
The content is thought-provoking and encourages introspection about honesty in everyday life.

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1. The New Coat, With Katie Baker
Q: How did it feel when you realized Arrevoir knew the truth?
It was a mix of panic and relief that my long-running deception was unraveling.
1. The New Coat, With Katie Baker
Q: What motivated you to create a new online persona?
I wanted to belong and be accepted by the forum's older male members.
1. The New Coat, With Katie Baker
Q: What was the moment eWorld shut down like for you?
It felt like the end of an era where we all gathered in the cartoon village to say goodbye.
2. Flying High, With The Kid Mero
Q: What was the environment like at Lehman Brothers before the crash?
The atmosphere was incredibly high stakes, chaotic, and characterized by lavish excess, like lavish cafeterias and employees more preoccupied with smoke breaks than their work.
2. Flying High, With The Kid Mero
Q: Can you just like tell our younger audience, like what was Lehman Brothers?
Lehman Brothers was one of the biggest investment banks in New York, a cautionary tale of greed and excess, which ultimately collapsed during the financial crisis.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Truthless

What is Truthless about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This storytelling show captivates listeners by exploring the lies that individuals tell and the motivations behind them. Each episode features a central interview where the host and a guest recount personal stories of deception, ranging from lighthearted fabrications to profound distortions of identity. Narratives touch on various themes such as societal expectations, identity conflicts, and the complexities of human relationships. With a diverse array of guests, including notable personalities and everyday people, the show highlights the universal nature of lying and encourages reflection on the insecurities and desires that lead individuals to fabricate their realities. Audiences are likely to find the combination of humor and vulnerabili... more

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2. Rob Harvilla
3. Zito Madu
4. Kid Mero
5. Katie Baker

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