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You're Wrong About

Sarah Marshall
Satanic Panic
George Michael
Lawrence V. Texas
Supreme Court
Civil Rights Movement
Mental Health
Cattle Mutilation
Black Resistance
Robert Opel
Amy Winehouse
Britney Spears
Hoax Memoirs
Free Willy
The Exorcist
Women In Sports
Social Justice
The Oscars
Constitution
Pee-Wee Herman
Paul Reubens

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 monthlyEpisodes350Founded8 years ago
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HistoryTrue Crime

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Latest Episodes

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If your four-year-old told you about a trip to heaven, would you believe them? For a pastor named Todd Burpo, the answer was yes. In 2010, his book Heaven Is For Real—co-authored by Lynn Vincent—became a runaway bestseller. This week, Sarah tells In ... more

Send your submissions for our Halloween Listener Spectacular (scary stories or Halloween nostalgia) to sloppyandalive@gmail.com before August 31st!

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Recent Guests

Mackenzie Joy Brennan
Guest expert on Kennedy assassination discourse
Episode: The JFK Assassination Part 2 with Mackenzie Joy Brennan
Mackenzie Brennan
Law-talking correspondent with interests in history and ethics of crime
Episode: The JFK Assassination Part 1 with Mackenzie Joy Brennan
Lulu Miller
Journalist and author; guest discussing rainbows and science
Episode: Rainbows with Lulu Miller
Blair Braverman
Survival correspondent and host of What to Carry, What to Burn
What to Carry, What to Burn
Episode: What to Carry, What to Burn with Blair Braverman
Paul Scheer
Guest from Unspooled, actor/comedian and film critic
Unspooled
Episode: The Worst Movie Ever Made? with Paul Scheer and Amy Nicholson
Amy Nicholson
Guest from Unspooled, film critic and writer
Unspooled
Episode: The Worst Movie Ever Made? with Paul Scheer and Amy Nicholson
Brianna Bowman
Co-host and contributor to the discussion
Episode: Keiko Part 3 with Brianna Bowman
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

Hosts

Sarah Marshall
Host and primary conversation guide, steering the discussion and querying guests about history, memory, and misperceptions.
Brianna Bowman
Science communicator and journalist with background in fishery biology; contributes scientific and conservation perspectives.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 49.1k ratings
  • Downhill in quality

    this might seem nitpicky but i was really disappointed in the JFK episode pt. 1 that Sarah just glossed over the fact that there WAS a recent assassination caught entirely on video!! Charlie Kirk!! I feel like that was a huge piece of conversation vis a vis the public reacting to it, and i was just so disappointed that when mackenzie brought it up sarah just glossed over it. this show has definitely not got the same sparkle. love the older eps!

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    sneezeball
    United States22 days ago
  • The thoughtful Sarah Marshall brings on experts to delve into popular ideas to overturn the misconceptions surrounding common thinking. All this with some cleverness, humor, and a touch of snark. Mind you, only a touch.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Pastronaut
    23 days ago
  • Terrible since Michael left

    Research quality and format have taken a nose dive. Sarah seems like a lovely person.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    193848473829
    United Statesa month ago
  • Seems to be running out of topics

    During the pandemic I listened to a lot of episodes of this show and really enjoyed it but as of late it seems like so many episodes are just non episodes. I have no sense of if I’m in the minority on this, but I don’t really care about audience submission episodes or episodes that aren’t exploring a specific topic. Right now, of the last 5 episodes, only 2 seem to be actual episodes. I get the impression that the show is running out of topics of interest to explore or perhaps the host has lost ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    smam96
    United Statesa month ago
  • Not great first impression

    JFK episode is just laughably inaccurate lol

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Deathlike_Silence
    United Statesa month ago

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Insightful history with sharp analysis and engaging guests.
A few episodes feel lighter or off-topic, but deep dives remain strong.
High-quality research and storytelling; occasionally critiques about pacing or guest balance.

Chart Rankings

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

Spotify
#11
United States/History
Apple Podcasts
#21
United States/History
Spotify
#33
United Kingdom/History
Apple Podcasts
#30
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Apple Podcasts
#49
United Kingdom/History
Spotify
#30
Australia/History

Talking Points

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The JFK Assassination Part 1 with Mackenzie Joy Brennan
Q: What is the Warren Commission and why was it formed?
The Warren Commission was established to investigate the assassination, determine bullet trajectories, assess liability, and restore public confidence; its 1964 report concluded three shots, one missed, and emphasized a thorough, multi-agency, evidence-based process to resolve rampant speculation.
The JFK Assassination Part 1 with Mackenzie Joy Brennan
Q: So what do you know about the assassination and the context that it lives in in your brain?
Mackenzie Brennan outlines the basic scene, the public shock, the open-car parade, and the immediate questions about forensics and leadership that shaped early interpretations, while noting how media and political dynamics amplified competing narratives.
The Bluebelle with Blair Braverman
Q: Terry Jo, what state is she in? What happened?
She is suffering severe dehydration and shock, floating on a cork life raft after her family perished, and she endures multiple days at sea until rescue.
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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What is You're Wrong About about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Listeners tend to be intrigued by how public narratives are shaped and misremembered, with episodes that reassess famous events, cultural myths, and historical curiosities. The show blends rigorous research with witty banter, using deep dives into topics like presidential conspiracy theories, mid-century culture, and remarkable real-life stories to illuminate how memory, media, and context influence our understanding of history. A standout quality is the willingness to tackle controversial or quirky subjects—from JFK to survival tales—while keeping the tone accessible and entertaining for curious, educated audiences. Potential listeners who enjoy meticulous storytelling, critical thinking, and multidisciplinary angles will likely find this ... more

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