Secretly Incredibly Fascinating
A weekly podcast about the history, science, lore and surprises that make everyday things secretly incredibly fascinating. Hosted by comedy writer, emoji creator, and ‘Jeopardy!‘ champion Alex Schmidt. Join Alex & his co-host Katie Goldin for a joyful deep dive into seeing the world a whole new way! (For research sources, bonus episodes, and how you can support the podcast, visit sifpod.fun.)
Episodes
Alex Schmidt and Katie Goldin explore why pumpkins are secretly incredibly fascinating.
Visit http://sifpod.fun/ for research sources and for this week's bonus episode.
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We make a special bonus show EVERY WEEK for Maximum Fun members. Get them all by supporting the podcast at https://maximumfun.org/join/. And please enjoy this special public release of the bonus show for Episode 267 ("Lunch Atop A Skyscraper").
Alex Schmidt and Katie Goldin explore the obviously incredibly fascinating topic of Mohawk ironworkers who build (and rebuild) New York City, the Montreal bridge project that sparked their co...
Alex Schmidt and Katie Goldin explore why the photograph "Lunch Atop A Skyscraper" is secretly incredibly fascinating.
Visit http://sifpod.fun/ for research sources and for this week's bonus episode.
Come hang out with us on the SIF Discord: https://discord.gg/wbR96nsGg5
Alex Schmidt and Katie Goldin explore why speed bumps are secretly incredibly fascinating.
Visit http://sifpod.fun/ for research sources and for this week's bonus episode.
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Alex Schmidt and Katie Goldin explore why flamingos are secretly incredibly fascinating.
Visit http://sifpod.fun/ for research sources and for this week's bonus episode.
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Alex Schmidt and Katie Goldin explore why Bluetooth is secretly incredibly fascinating.
Visit http://sifpod.fun/ for research sources and for this week's bonus episode.
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Alex Schmidt and Katie Goldin explore why lint is secretly incredibly fascinating.
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(Alex’s old podcast hosting service required a minimum of 5 characters per episode title, and he's keeping that going for fun. So that’s why this episode’s title has an exclamation point)
Alex Schmidt and Katie Goldin explore why Neapolitan ice cream is secretly incredibly fascinating.
NOTE: there's a past episode of SIF about ice cream in general. You don't need to hear it to enjoy this. Also you'll give yourself a fun double feature if you do listen to it: https://maximumfun.org/episodes/secretly-incredibly-fascinating/secretly-incredibly-fascinating-ice-cream/
Visit http://sifpod.fun/ for research sources and for t...
Alex Schmidt and Katie Goldin explore why glow-in-the-dark stuff is secretly incredibly fascinating.
Visit http://sifpod.fun/ for research sources and for this week's bonus episode.
Come hang out with us on the SIF Discord: https://discord.gg/wbR96nsGg5
Alex Schmidt and Katie Goldin explore why the color red is secretly incredibly fascinating.
Visit http://sifpod.fun/ for research sources and for this week's bonus episode.
Come hang out with us on the SIF Discord: https://discord.gg/wbR96nsGg5
Alex Schmidt and Katie Goldin explore why root beer is secretly incredibly fascinating.
Visit http://sifpod.fun/ for research sources and for this week's bonus episode.
Come hang out with us on the SIF Discord: https://discord.gg/wbR96nsGg5
Alex Schmidt and Katie Goldin explore why cathode ray tubes are secretly incredibly fascinating.
Visit http://sifpod.fun/ for research sources and for this week's bonus episode.
Come hang out with us on the SIF Discord: https://discord.gg/wbR96nsGg5
Alex Schmidt and Katie Goldin explore why zoos are secretly incredibly fascinating.
Visit http://sifpod.fun/ for research sources and for this week's bonus episode.
Come hang out with us on the SIF Discord: https://discord.gg/wbR96nsGg5
(Alex’s old podcast hosting service required a minimum of 5 characters per episode title, and he's keeping that going for fun. So that’s why this episode’s title has an exclamation point)
Alex Schmidt and special guest Jason Pargin explore why "http www" is secretly incredibly fascinating.
Visit http://sifpod.fun/ for research sources and for this week's bonus episode.
Come hang out with us on the SIF Discord: https://discord.gg/wbR96nsGg5
Alex Schmidt and special guest Dan Hopper explore why escalators are secretly incredibly fascinating.
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Alex Schmidt and special guest Lydia Bugg explore why sunscreen is secretly incredibly fascinating.
Visit http://sifpod.fun/ for research sources and for this week's bonus episode.
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Alex Schmidt and special guest Dennard Dayle explore why "rock paper scissors" is secretly incredibly fascinating.
Visit http://sifpod.fun/ for research sources and for this week's bonus episode.
Come hang out with us on the SIF Discord: https://discord.gg/wbR96nsGg5
Alex Schmidt and special guest Tom Lum explore why Bastille Day is secretly incredibly fascinating.
Visit http://sifpod.fun/ for research sources and for this week's bonus episode.
Come hang out with us on the SIF Discord: https://discord.gg/wbR96nsGg5
Alex Schmidt and Katie Goldin explore why echidnas are secretly incredibly fascinating.
Visit http://sifpod.fun/ for research sources and for this week's bonus episode.
Come hang out with us on the SIF Discord: https://discord.gg/wbR96nsGg5
Alex Schmidt and Katie Goldin explore why the word "hello" is secretly incredibly fascinating.
Visit http://sifpod.fun/ for research sources and for this week's bonus episode.
Come hang out with us on the SIF Discord: https://discord.gg/wbR96nsGg5
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