251 Episodes

  1. Alex joins MFD Spring Break

    Published: 18/03/2025
  2. The Y2K Bug

    Published: 17/03/2025
  3. Six Degrees Of Kevin Bacon

    Published: 10/03/2025
  4. Esperanto

    Published: 03/03/2025
  5. Pangolins

    Published: 24/02/2025
  6. The Cool S

    Published: 17/02/2025
  7. programming note: no new episode this week, so Alex can recuperate

    Published: 10/02/2025
  8. Accordions

    Published: 03/02/2025
  9. Nighthawks (1942)

    Published: 27/01/2025
  10. Cheddar Cheese

    Published: 20/01/2025
  11. Computer Mice

    Published: 13/01/2025
  12. Road Atlases

    Published: 06/01/2025
  13. a holiday hello, and a live episode about weasels!

    Published: 30/12/2024
  14. Christmas Trees

    Published: 23/12/2024
  15. Antidisestablishmentarianism

    Published: 16/12/2024
  16. Limes

    Published: 09/12/2024
  17. Sign Languages

    Published: 02/12/2024
  18. presenting "The Inspectors Inspectors" Episodes 1-3

    Published: 25/11/2024
  19. Turkeys

    Published: 18/11/2024
  20. "O.K."

    Published: 11/11/2024

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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.)

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