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Secretly Incredibly Fascinating

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Alex Schmidt

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.)

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Toothpicks

Alex Schmidt and Katie Goldin explore why toothpicks are secretly incredibly fascinating. ... more

2 hrs Ago

1 HR 15 MINS

1:15:11

2 hrs Ago

#290

Interrobangs

Alex Schmidt and Katie Goldin explore why interrobangs are secretly incredibly fascinating... more

08 Dec 2025

1 HR 11 MINS

1:11:28

08 Dec 2025

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The United Nations

Alex Schmidt, Katie Goldin, and special guest Jason Pargin explore why The United Nations ... more

01 Dec 2025

1 HR 40 MINS

1:40:52

01 Dec 2025

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Spurs

Alex Schmidt and Katie Goldin explore why spurs are secretly incredibly fascinating. Visit... more

24 Nov 2025

1 HR 11 MINS

1:11:24

24 Nov 2025

#287

Credit Scores

Alex Schmidt and Katie Goldin explore why credit scores are secretly incredibly fascinatin... more

17 Nov 2025

1 HR 20 MINS

1:20:04

17 Nov 2025

#286

"Yakety Sax"

Alex Schmidt and Katie Goldin explore why the song "Yakety Sax" is secretly incredibly fas... more

10 Nov 2025

1 HR 05 MINS

1:05:55

10 Nov 2025

#285

Chopsticks

Alex Schmidt and Katie Goldin explore why chopsticks are secretly incredibly fascinating. ... more

03 Nov 2025

1 HR 15 MINS

1:15:34

03 Nov 2025

#284

Pumpkins

Alex Schmidt and Katie Goldin explore why pumpkins are secretly incredibly fascinating. Vi... more

27 Oct 2025

1 HR 14 MINS

1:14:33

27 Oct 2025

#283

Bonus Show: "The Mohawk Skywalkers Who Build New York City -- And The Former Mohawk Neighborhood In ...

We make a special bonus show EVERY WEEK for Maximum Fun members. Get them all by supportin... more

23 Oct 2025

24 MINS

24:05

23 Oct 2025

#282

"Lunch Atop A Skyscraper"

Alex Schmidt and Katie Goldin explore why the photograph "Lunch Atop A Skyscraper" is secr... more

20 Oct 2025

1 HR 13 MINS

1:13:13

20 Oct 2025

#281

Speed Bumps

Alex Schmidt and Katie Goldin explore why speed bumps are secretly incredibly fascinating.... more

13 Oct 2025

56 MINS

56:08

13 Oct 2025

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