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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
Celebrity Culture
Music Industry
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.

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes323Founded8 years ago
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True CrimeHistory

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Latest Episodes

What happens when Santa trades his sleigh for a rocket ship? Christmas correspondent Sarah Archer tells Sarah about how the Cold War era affected the image of old Kris Kringle through the rampant consumerism and shiny new technology of a post-war eco... more

Remember being a teen and coming up with “cool” ways of spelling common words? Well, just like the teenager it was, the United States in the 18th century was annoying their mom, England, with the hip words that were being edited and added to their le... more

Listen now to the first episode of Sarah's new 8-part series with CBC Podcasts, The Devil You Know.

In the 1980s and 90s, Satan and his followers were accused of brainwashing children, sacrificing babies, and infiltrating North American society on a... more

What do you get when you combine a horror movie audience, a spiritualist séance, and a haunted house attraction? Beginning in the 1930s and lasting into the 1960s, midnight ghost shows were ghoulishly chaotic, wonderfully campy 4D theater performance... more

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Recent Guests

Sarah Archer
Journalist and author, known for her work on cultural topics.
Author
Episode: Cold War Santa with Sarah Archer
Gabe Henry
Author and expert on language history
Episode: The Dictionary Wars! with Gabe Henry
Maris Kreizman
Author of I Want to Burn This Place Down
Maris Kreizman
Episode: Samantha Smith vs. the Cold War with Maris Kreizman
Jamie Loftus
Comedian and podcaster, known for her work on various shows
16th Minute, Bechdel Cast, My Year in Mensa
Episode: Pee-wee Herman Part 1 with Jamie Loftus
Harmony Colangelo
Writer and podcaster discussing cultural topics, particularly media related to teenagers.
Co-host of This Ends at Prom
Episode: Inventing the Teenager with Harmony Colangelo
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
Miles Klee
Writer for Rolling Stone
Rolling Stone
Episode: Cola Wars with Miles Klee
Chelsey Weber-Smith
Friend of the show and co-host of American Hysteria
American Hysteria
Episode: Halloween History with Chelsey Weber-Smith

Host

Sarah Marshall
Host, journalist focusing on cultural narratives, and a fresh perspective on historical events.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 48.4k ratings
  • One of the best

    I’ve been listening to Sarah and the podcast for the past year and have just upgraded to the subscriber mode and I have no regrets. This is a throughly entertaining and educational podcast and I’m so excited to have access to even more episodes!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CaitlinFinn
    New Zealanda month ago
  • 😭

    Please lorde will you ever finish OJ

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jazpop999
    Canadaa month ago
  • My father created a ghost show!!!!

    My parents were magicians and we did a ghost show every year. I loved this episode as I used to perform in it with them!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    valrachelle
    United Statesa month ago
  • As much as I wanted to like this podcast it was neither informative or entertaining. When the bias of the "journalists" becomes the story rather than the information they try to present, you forget if there was a topic or if this is just a forum for the presenters to virtue signal and remind us that people who don't agree with them are "awful". Don't waste your time.

    Podcast Addict
    2
    jonathonbaker
    2 months ago
  • Hmmmm

    It’s wild how far the show has strayed from being a fact based show over the past few years. I completely understand Sarah Marshall’s unwillingness to push back against the guests (my social anxiety could never), but it now means we’re limited to the scope and opinion of the guest. Sometimes you get lucky and the guest IS an expert in their field, and sometimes the show becomes guilty of pushing the same stereotypes and narratives that its premise rallies against. At the end of the day the podca... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    AnnLisa90
    United States2 months ago

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Some express concern over the show's deviation from purely informational content, preferring more factual analysis.
The engaging style of the host is frequently praised, creating a sense of connection with the audience.
Listeners appreciate the deep dives into cultural narratives and history, often finding the insights refreshing and enlightening.
Overall, it's viewed as a comforting and thought-provoking listen, offering varied perspectives on commonly misunderstood subjects.

Chart Rankings

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

Spotify
#14
United States/History
Apple Podcasts
#23
United States/History
Spotify
#41
United Kingdom/History
Apple Podcasts
#32
Canada/History
Apple Podcasts
#59
United Kingdom/History
Spotify
#32
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 centers on reexamining historical events and personalities that have been misrepresented, urging listeners to reconsider misconceptions that have shaped societal narratives. Episodes frequently explore cultural phenomena, from historical hoaxes to significant figures, delving into the societal influences that affected public perception. This approach invites audiences to engage with a blend of true crime and history, often layered with thoughtful commentary on current societal issues, revealing how perspectives shift over time. The engaging style includes personal anecdotes and expert insights, making history accessible and relevant to today's listeners.

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3. American Hysteria
4. You Are Good
5. In Bed With The Right

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Recent guests on You're Wrong About include:

1. Sarah Archer
2. Gabe Henry
3. Maris Kreizman
4. Jamie Loftus
5. Harmony Colangelo
6. Ash Compton
7. Molly Aitken
8. Miles Klee

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