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Well... That’s Interesting

Jill ChaCha
Climate Change
Australia
Evolution
Black Holes
Woolly Mammoths
Neuroscience
Horror Films
Psychology
Saturn
Sperm Whales
Turkey
Milky Way
TED Talks
Cocaine
Personal Growth
Dark Matter
Ants
Pando
Evolutionary Biology
Camels

Welcome to Well… That’s Interesting, a comedy sciencey podcast for weird people who like learning about weird sh*t, like can hair grow between your teeth or could we ever lose our moon? (Sadly, yes to both.) WTI tells the story behind the facts and, turns out, those stories are funny. Join Jill ChaCha every week as they take The Flock on a journalistic, storytelling adventure into new, bizarre, of... more

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Trust me, these are actually Feel Good stories.

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Recent Guests

Peter McDonald Sr.
Navajo Code Talker, chairman of the National Code Talkers Museum
National Code Talkers Museum
Episode: Let’s Take A Minute To Celebrate National Navajo Code Talkers Day
Karl Kruszelnicki
Australian physician, science communicator
University of Sydney
Episode: Ep. 289: Let’s Talk About A Lake Filled With 5 Million Jellyfish (And Poisonous Gas) + The Time Researchers Farted Into Petri Dishes (For Science)
Luke Tennant
Biologist
Canberra
Episode: Ep. 289: Let’s Talk About A Lake Filled With 5 Million Jellyfish (And Poisonous Gas) + The Time Researchers Farted Into Petri Dishes (For Science)
Dr. Jacob Bongers
Archaeologist, University of Sydney; co-author on Monte Sirpe study
University of Sydney
Episode: Ep. 285: We May Know What These 5,200 Holes Are In The Peruvian Andes + One Of The Oldest Supernovas Has Been Discovered (Using A New Method)
Jacob Wise
PhD student, Liverpool John Moores University; co-lead on SN 2025 WNY study
Liverpool John Moores University
Episode: Ep. 285: We May Know What These 5,200 Holes Are In The Peruvian Andes + One Of The Oldest Supernovas Has Been Discovered (Using A New Method)
Juan Carlos
Nature interpreter guide; tour guide in Tambopata National Reserve
Tambopata National Reserve / local tourism
Episode: Ep. 282: These Tropical Spiders Build Giant Doppelgängers As Decoys + These Spiders ‘Fish’ For Prey Using Fireflies As Bait
Haruka Osaki
Biology student and entomology researcher featured in Japan segment
Kyushu University / Yambaru National Park field work
Episode: Ep. 277: These Paired Roaches Show Commitment Through Cannibalism And Aggression + In This Parasitic Species, Every Ant Is A Queen
Margaret Levy
Political economist
University/academic focus on labor economics
Episode: Encore Presentation: WTF Is International Workers' Day And Why Should We Care?
Jenny Dew
Engineer and chemist focused on plant-based coatings for produce
Appeal Sciences
Episode: Eat This! The Science Of Making Fruits And Veggies Last Longer

Host

Jill ChaCha
Host of Well... That's Interesting

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 508 ratings
  • F bombs, why?

    Very good, but I deducted a star for the unnecessary F bombs!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    jjenm9
    Canada6 months ago
  • stunning…

    came for the council of leeches, stayed for the giant spiderweb; deeply appreciate the gratuitous profanity.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    strange lil monsters
    United States6 months ago
  • Interesting, but …

    There is certainly some informative content there, but the constant gratuitous F-bombs caused me to unfollow.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Rod LGK
    Australia10 months ago
  • Internal Monologue

    Two episodes in and I’ve realized this is my favorite podcast. Jill is who I have been hearing in my head providing my internal monologue (spicy language included) my entire life and I just now found this podcast. Happy to flock with you friends.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    the inimical mr. e
    United Statesa year ago
  • Perfect Wind-down Podcast

    If you like trivia and the dulcet tones of quality public radio, I think you’ll like Well… That’s Interesting as much as I do. I’m a new listener but it’s now my go-to backdrop for my elaborate sleepytime routine.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PizzaPastaProzac
    United Kingdoma year ago

Listeners Say

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

Production quality and guest-driven insights receive frequent positive notes.
Fans praise the hosts' engaging, humorous delivery and accessible science storytelling.
Prolific profanity is polarizing; some listeners love it, others unfollow for it.

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Ep. 289: Let’s Talk About A Lake Filled With 5 Million Jellyfish (And Poisonous Gas) + The Time Researchers Farted Into Petri Dishes (For Science)
Q: Would a patient on the operating table be at risk of developing an infection as a result of her flatulence?
Yes, the host explains the experiment and findings showing naked exposure transferred gut bacteria to a Petri dish, indicating potential infection risk, while clothed exposure did not; the practical advice is to avoid farting naked near patients to minimize contamination.
Eat This! The Science Of Making Fruits And Veggies Last Longer
Q: In your experience, how much could an avocado shelf life realistically be extended, and what does that mean for everyday consumers?
Extending from roughly a day and a half of peak freshness to around four days could give people a real chance to use avocados before they spoil, significantly reducing waste.
Ep. 266: The Anthropology Of Farting With Dr Kirsten Bell
Q: Are there gender differences in how farts are perceived?
Dr. Bell explains that female farts tend to be judged more harshly than male farts, reflecting broader social norms regarding female bodies and behavior.
Ep. 266: The Anthropology Of Farting With Dr Kirsten Bell
Q: When did farting become offensive in Western culture?
Dr. Bell discusses how historical shifts in cultural norms around civilization and bodily functions have led to increased embarrassment surrounding farting.
Ep. 266: The Anthropology Of Farting With Dr Kirsten Bell
Q: How does one find themselves as the leading expert on farts, anthropologically speaking?
Dr. Bell explains that her interest began from a young age and peaked during her fieldwork in South Korea when she noticed cultural significance placed on bodily odors, leading her to study farting more deeply.

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A humorous science chat that covers a wide range of curious, research-driven topics. Episodes blend quirky case studies, archival science, and contemporary discoveries—from jellyfish lake ecosystems and ancient DNA to cutting-edge medical tech and animal behavior—delivered with storytelling flair and playful banter. The show tends to spotlight researchers and fieldwork, making complex topics approachable and entertaining, with a penchant for cheeky humor and vivid narration. Notable for mixing nerdy rigor with broad accessibility, it's likely to appeal to listeners who enjoy science explained through entertaining storytelling and a dash of irreverence while still taking edges of the topic seriously.

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7. Haruka Osaki
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