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You're Wrong About

Sarah Marshall
George Michael
Satanic Panic
Amy Winehouse
Cattle Mutilation
Robert Opel
Britney Spears
The Exorcist
The Oscars
Addiction
Ufo Sightings
Gender Equality In Sports
Pop Culture
Music Industry
Celebrity Culture
Paranoia
Cultural Phenomenon
Demonic Possession
The Battle Of the Sexes
Women In Sports
Tiny Tim

Sarah is a journalist obsessed with the past. Every week she reconsiders a person or event that's been miscast in the public imagination.

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Latest Episodes

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This week, flim flam correspondent and certified April Fool Chelsey Weber-Smith is here to talk about a fistful of fake memoirs, featuring girls raised by wolves; the chicken pox of James Frey; what poetry can give us that memoir can't; and Eugene, O... more

At the end of our last episode, we asked you to call in and tell us what has been bringing you joy, connecting you to your community, and where you’ve been finding hope in these last few months. These are some of the responses we wanted to share in h... more

What do Lily Tomlin, Snow White, and Kenny Ortega have in common? They were all part of the 61st Academy Awards, a broadcast now remembered as the worst of all time, and masterminded by Allan Carr (lover of spectacle and producer of Grease). But awar... more

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Recent Guests

Ash Compton
Psychotherapist and host of Bad Therapist
Bad Therapist
Episode: Emotional Labor with Rachel Monroe and Ash Compton of Bad Therapist
Molly Aitken
Author of Bright I Burn, a novel about Alice Kyteler
Episode: Alice Kyteler and the First Witchcraft Trial in Ireland with Molly Aitken
Princess Weekes
Writer, YouTuber, and returning guest
Episode: Elizabeth Báthory with Princess Weekes
Chelsey Weber-Smith
Friend of the show and co-host of American Hysteria
American Hysteria
Episode: Halloween History with Chelsey Weber-Smith
Kellie Carter Jackson
Associate Professor and Chair of Africana Studies at Wellesley College, author of 'We Refuse: A Forceful History of Black Resistance.'
Wellesley College
Episode: Revolutions and Resistance with Kellie Carter Jackson
Marcus McCann
Author of 'Park Cruising, What Happens When We Wander Off the Path'
Episode: Lawrence v. Texas Part 2 with Marcus McCann
Moira Donegan
Historian, columnist at The Guardian, and co-host of In Bed with the Right podcast
The Guardian
Episode: The Jane Collective with Moira Donegan
Adrian Daub
Co-host of Embed with the Right and a literary scholar
Stanford University
Episode: Dungeons & Dragons & The Satanic Panic with Adrian Daub
Maggie Mertens
Author of Better Faster Farther, How Running Changed Everything We Know About Women
Episode: Rosie Ruiz and the Marathon Women with Maggie Mertens

Host

Sarah Marshall
Host and journalist passionate about redefining histories and challenging public misconceptions about significant events and personalities.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 47.1k ratings
  • Time to retire this

    Check out the podcast If Books Could Kill if you’re looking for a podcast that stands for what this podcast used to.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    jeg2216
    United States18 days ago
  • The Best

    I’ve more or less had a spiritual experience with this show in the last 5 years. Sarah is a people’s philosopher of radical empathy.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    VirginMaryonToast
    Canada21 days ago
  • Terrible

    Thought this could be an interesting podcast and listen to the Wayfair episode.

    My god I am appalled. Never heard people deny child predators has much as these 2.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Jfenwick94
    Australia22 days ago
  • Back to basics please

    I absolutely loved the early episodes of this show when they actually talked about stuff we were wrong about. I wish they would get back to that.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    80s_cajun
    United Statesa month ago
  • Unlistenable

    Tried an episode but the host seems unable to convey serious information in an sincere manner, defaulting to inappropriate humor and just a level of detatchment that completely undermines the subject matter. I think this is a problem with "professional" podcasting in general, where the show gets successful and the hosts begin to get complacent-- confident instead of questioning, detatched instead of relatable, making the always-fatal mistake of caring about the material less than the audience do... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Winston Rowntree
    Canadaa month ago

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While some express concern over the recent changes in hosting chemistry, others appreciate the thoughtful approach to revisiting misunderstood topics.
Weaving humor and historical insight, the show is a beloved companion to many listeners during their daily activities or while commuting.
Many listeners commend the mix of personal anecdotes with historical analysis, making the content both entertaining and enlightening.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Spotify
#24
United States/History
Apple Podcasts
#23
United States/History
Spotify
#43
United Kingdom/History
Apple Podcasts
#34
Canada/History
Apple Podcasts
#43
United Kingdom/History
Spotify
#27
Australia/History

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Alice Kyteler and the First Witchcraft Trial in Ireland with Molly Aitken
Q: Tell me about the book and what topics you've been working on previously?
It's about the first woman who was ever accused of witchcraft in Ireland, Alice Kytler.
Dungeons & Dragons & The Satanic Panic with Adrian Daub
Q: What is Dungeons & Dragons?
It's a fantasy role-playing game that allows players to create characters and tell a story collaboratively in a flexible setting, blending tactical combat and storytelling elements.

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The content focuses on re-examining historical events and figures that have been misrepresented or misunderstood over time. Through a blend of humor and in-depth storytelling, the discussions often touch on themes such as societal misconceptions, cultural narratives, and the historical context surrounding various topics. Noteworthy episodes have included detailed explorations of events like the 1989 Academy Awards and figures like Elizabeth Báthory, revealing deeper insights into societal norms and biases. The podcast likely appeals to those who enjoy thoughtful analysis of past events from contemporary viewpoints, often combining elements of history and popular culture in a unique way.

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Recent guests on You're Wrong About include:

1. Ash Compton
2. Molly Aitken
3. Princess Weekes
4. Chelsey Weber-Smith
5. Kellie Carter Jackson
6. Marcus McCann
7. Moira Donegan
8. Adrian Daub

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