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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The Cool S

Episode Date: February 17, 2025

Alex Schmidt, Katie Goldin, and special guest Sequoia Holmes explore why "the cool S" is secretly incredibly fascinating.Visit http://sifpod.fun/ for...

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Accordions

Episode Date: February 3, 2025

Alex Schmidt and Katie Goldin explore why accordions are secretly incredibly fascinating.Visit http://sifpod.fun/ for research sources and for this we...

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Nighthawks (1942)

Episode Date: January 27, 2025

Alex Schmidt and Katie Goldin explore why the painting "Nighthawks" by Edward Hopper is secretly incredibly fascinating. (Here's a direct link to see...

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Cheddar Cheese

Episode Date: January 20, 2025

Alex Schmidt, Katie Goldin, and special guest Ben Partridge explore why cheddar cheese is secretly incredibly fascinating.Visit http://sifpod.fun/ for...

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Computer Mice

Episode Date: January 13, 2025

Alex Schmidt and Katie Goldin explore why computer mice are secretly incredibly fascinating.Visit http://sifpod.fun/ for research sources and for this...

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Road Atlases

Episode Date: January 6, 2025

Alex Schmidt and Katie Goldin explore why road atlases are secretly incredibly fascinating.Visit http://sifpod.fun/ for research sources and for this...

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Christmas Trees

Episode Date: December 23, 2024

Alex Schmidt and Katie Goldin explore why Christmas trees are secretly incredibly fascinating.Visit http://sifpod.fun/ for research sources and for th...

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Limes

Episode Date: December 9, 2024

Alex Schmidt and Katie Goldin explore why limes are secretly incredibly fascinating.Visit http://sifpod.fun/ for research sources and for this week's...

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Sign Languages

Episode Date: December 2, 2024

Alex Schmidt and Katie Goldin explore why sign languages are secretly incredibly fascinating.Visit http://sifpod.fun/ for research sources and for thi...

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Turkeys

Episode Date: November 18, 2024

Alex Schmidt and Katie Goldin explore why turkeys are secretly incredibly fascinating.Visit http://sifpod.fun/ for research sources and for this week'...

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"O.K."

Episode Date: November 11, 2024

Alex Schmidt and Katie Goldin explore why "O.K." is secretly incredibly fascinating.Visit http://sifpod.fun/ for research sources and for this week's...

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Apollo 17

Episode Date: November 4, 2024

Alex Schmidt and Katie Goldin explore why Apollo 17 is secretly incredibly fascinating.Visit http://sifpod.fun/ for research sources and for this week...

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Burritos

Episode Date: October 28, 2024

Alex Schmidt and Katie Goldin explore why burritos are secretly incredibly fascinating.Visit http://sifpod.fun/ for research sources and for this week...

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Diabetes

Episode Date: October 21, 2024

Alex Schmidt, Katie Goldin, and special guests Dave Holmes and Craig Stubing explore why diabetes is secretly incredibly fascinating.Visit http://sifp...

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The Mona Lisa

Episode Date: October 7, 2024

Alex Schmidt, Katie Goldin, and special guests Brea Grant and Mallory O'Meara explore why The Mona Lisa is secretly incredibly fascinating.Visit http:...