Factoid Podcast
Chris Umphryes and Payton Gessel
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Recent Episodes
Saxophone Warfare/Medical Quackery
Payton discovers the violent life behind the inventor of the saxophone. Chris unlocks a new fear when going to the doctor. They also discuss recent developments in dog cloning technology.
Extreme Ironing/Kentucky Meat Shower
Chris searches for new ways to intensify his household chores. Payton wishes meat would rain down in his backyard. They also discuss a performance from a miniature horse music therapist.
Solar Voting/Double Rainbow Guy
Payton uncovers how the sun interfered with a Belgian election. Chris honors the continued legacy of a famous meme. They also discuss a new Rubik's Cube world record.
North Oaks Street View/Banana Railroad Fraud
Chris finds the hardest town to document on Google Maps. Payton uncovers the elaborate schemes of New York City's strangest criminals. They also discuss Montenegro's Lazy Olympics.Check out the full…
Guy Goma BBC Interview/Madman Marcum
Payton discovers the limits of “faking it until you make it.” Chris hears a compelling argument for the existence of time travel. They also discuss the Josh Fight.
Government Cheese/Free State of Bottleneck
Chris learns about the absurd surplus of cheese sitting in American caves. Payton visits a micronation. They also discuss a scientific explanation for grandmas.
The Return
We are returning from our hiatus and will start releasing episodes on a regular schedule beginning Monday, January 12. We're excited to be back!
Birth of Hip Hop/Operation Flagship/T24 Festival
Chris is out this week, so Payton is joined by guests Kenton Steiner and Mark Artrip. Mark names his Mount Rushmore of Hip Hop. Kenton finds a sweepstakes too good to be true. Payton discovers the…
Saturnalia/Figgy Pudding
Payton looks to Ancient Rome for new Christmas traditions. Chris struggles to understand the appeal of figgy pudding. They also discuss misleading thermometers on store-bought turkeys.
Jon Breaks Bad News/Space Jam Website
Chris brainstorms ideas for a new side gig. Payton explores ambitious web design trends from the 90s. They also discuss Denmark’s unorthodox use of cinnamon.
Blue LED Invention/Radio Man
Payton discovers why lighting technology took so long to evolve. Chris dreams of becoming a background actor after studying one man’s unlikely path to stardom. They also discuss a cologne that smells…
Audi Lease Hack/New Zealand Airport Hugs
Chris finds a loophole for saving money on electric vehicles. Payton sets the record straight on the science behind hugs. They also discuss a prison guarded by geese.
Kevinismus/Got2Go NYC
Payton discovers the baggage associated with being named Kevin in Germany. Chris finds a map of New York’s best free toilets. They also discuss the merits of being considered unremarkable.
The Snowplow Game/Fritz-Kola
Chris learns about an extremely unfair football game. Payton reports on the state of the German soda industry. They also discuss how Spanish grocery stores became the newest dating craze.
Excel Esports/Speed Golf
Payton decides if competitive spreadsheets are greater than the =SUM of their parts. Chris debates if his love for golf is strong enough to make him tolerate running. They also discuss a secret cause…
Phreaking/Democracy Sausages
Chris learns how to hack old phones using a box of Captain Crunch cereal. Payton eats too many hot dogs and learns why they are considered patriotic in Australia. They also discuss the best ways to…
The Factoid Lightning Round
Today, we deliver 20 factoids to you with speed and efficiency! Find out who loses the competition and has to wear their clothes inside-out for a day.
Chechen BPM Ban/Sailing Songbird
Payton falls in love with Eurovision and learns how Chechnya censors music based on tempo. Chris tracks the progress of a music teacher trying to circumnavigate the globe. They also discuss fixing…
Huy Fong Sriracha/Hobby Horsing
Chris recounts the fight that led to a change in his favorite hot sauce. Payton finds a new alternative to Olympic Equestrian. They also discuss the etymology of Chips Ahoy! cookies.
The Running of the Interns/The Shed at Dulwich
Payton chronicles the annual race to deliver Supreme Court rulings. Chris finds the fanciest fake restaurant in London. They also discuss the snowboard's original (and much worse) name.
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Factoid Podcast has published 57 episodes since March 2023, covering topics in Society & Culture.
Factoid Podcast is currently highly active with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 37m.
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