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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.)

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Latest Episodes:

Dogs Playing Poker May 16, 2022

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Alex Schmidt is joined by comedy writer/podcaster Katie Goldin ('Creature Feature' podcast, @ProBirdRights) for a look at why "Dogs Playing Poker" is secretly incredibly fascinating.

Visit http://sifpod.fun/ for research sources, handy links, and this week's bonus episode.

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Chocolate May 09, 2022

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Alex Schmidt is joined by comedy writer Lydia Bugg (1900HOTDOG, the ‘Trailer Park Boys’ comic anthology) and bestselling author Jason Pargin (‘John Dies At The End’ series, ‘Zoey Ashe’ series) for a look at why chocolate is secretly incredibly fascinating.

Visit http://sifpod.fun/ for research sources, handy links, and this week's bonus episode.

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Blood Types May 02, 2022

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Alex Schmidt is joined by comedians/podcasters Rivers Langley ('The Goods From The Woods' podcast) and Riley Silverman ('Troubled Waters' podcast, new book 'Star Wars: Exploring Tatooine') for a look at why blood types are secretly incredibly fascinating.

Visit http://sifpod.fun/ for research sources, handy links, and this week's bonus episode.

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Saturn Apr 25, 2022

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Alex Schmidt is joined by comedy writers/podcasters Soren Bowie (‘American Dad’ on TBS, ‘Quick Question with Soren and Daniel’ podcast) and Daniel O’Brien (same podcast, and ‘Last Week Tonight With John Oliver’ on HBO) for a look at why Saturn is secretly incredibly fascinating.

Visit http://sifpod.fun/ for research sources, handy links, and this week's bonus episode.

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Worcestershire Sauce Apr 18, 2022

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Alex Schmidt is joined by comedy podcasters/writers David Christopher Bell and Tom Reimann (Gamefully Unemployed, 'Fox Mulder Is A Maniac' podcast) for a look at why Worcestershire sauce is secretly incredibly fascinating.

Visit http://sifpod.fun/ for research sources, handy links, and this week's bonus episode.

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The Number Zero Apr 11, 2022

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Alex Schmidt is joined by writer/podcaster Dave Schilling (L.A. Times Image Magazine, The New Yorker) and podcaster/activist Bridget Todd ('There Are No Girls On The Internet' podcast) for a look at why the number zero is secretly incredibly fascinating.

Visit http://sifpod.fun/ for research sources, handy links, and this week's bonus episode.

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License Plates Apr 04, 2022

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Alex Schmidt is joined by writer Parker Molloy (‘The Present Age' Substack) and comedian/podcaster Blake Wexler (new stand-up album ‘A Lifetime Of Laughter') for a look at why license plates are secretly incredibly fascinating.

Visit http://sifpod.fun/ for research sources, handy links, and this week's bonus episode.

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The Color Orange Mar 28, 2022

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Alex Schmidt is joined by comedians/podcasters Adam Tod Brown (‘Unpopular Opinion’ podcast network) and Jeff May (‘Jeff Has Cool Friends’ podcast) for a look at why the color orange is secretly incredibly fascinating.

Visit http://sifpod.fun/ for research sources, handy links, and this week's bonus episode.

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Tuna! Mar 21, 2022

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Alex Schmidt is joined by writers/comedians Kandice Martellaro (Stan Against Evil, 'Hanging With Doctor Z') and Valerie Tosi (Conan, new stand-up album 'Beach Trash') for a look at why tuna are secretly incredibly fascinating.

Visit http://sifpod.fun/ for research sources, handy links, and this week's bonus episode.

(Alex's podcast hosting service requires a minimum of 5 characters per episode title, so that's why this episode's title has 1 exclamation point)

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Hockey Pucks Mar 14, 2022

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Alex Schmidt is joined by comedy writer Dan Hopper (Ranker, The New Yorker) and comedy podcaster Will "Kristi YamaGuccimane" ('JortsCenter' podcast, #Zeitgang) for a look at why hockey pucks are secretly incredibly fascinating.

Visit http://sifpod.fun/ for research sources, handy links, and this week's bonus episode.

Help support this show and unlock bonus content! Become a member at https://maximumfun.org/joinsifpod

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