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Secretly Incredibly Fascinating

Secretly Incredibly Fascinating

Written by: Alex Schmidt
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 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.)Copyright All rights reserved. Social Sciences World
Episodes
  • Bismuth

    Bismuth
    May 4 2026

    Alex Schmidt and Katie Goldin explore why bismuth 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

    Visit http://sifpod.store/ to get shirts and posters celebrating the show.

    Thanks to everyone who participated in this year's MaxFunDrive! Still want to get in on the action? Follow this link to support this show (and get in on our limited-time keychain sale to benefit the Center for Constitutional Rights): https://maximumfun.org/joinsifpod
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    1 hr and 5 mins
  • Prunes

    Prunes
    Apr 27 2026

    Alex Schmidt and Katie Goldin explore why prunes 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

    Visit http://sifpod.store/ to get shirts and posters celebrating the show.

    Thanks to everyone who participated in this year's MaxFunDrive! Still want to get in on the action? Follow this link to support this show (and get in on our limited-time keychain sale to benefit the Center for Constitutional Rights): https://maximumfun.org/joinsifpod
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    1 hr and 13 mins
  • 23 Skidoo

    23 Skidoo
    Apr 20 2026

    Alex Schmidt and special guests Ben Harrison and Adam Pranica explore why "23 skidoo" 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

    Visit http://sifpod.store/ to get shirts and posters celebrating the show.

    Thanks to everyone who participated in this year's MaxFunDrive! Still want to get in on the action? Follow this link to support this show (and get in on our limited-time keychain sale to benefit the Center for Constitutional Rights): https://maximumfun.org/joinsifpod
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    1 hr and 7 mins
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