
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.)
Latest episodes

Aug 31, 2020 • 51min
Going To The Beach
Alex Schmidt is joined by comedy writer Jenny Jaffe (Fox, Disney Channel, IFC) and comedy improviser/podcaster Moujan Zolfaghari (‘Mission To Zyxx’ podcast, 'At Home With Amy Sedaris') for a look at why going to the beach is secretly incredibly fascinating.
Visit http://sifpod.fun/ for research sources, handy links, and this week's bonus episode.

Aug 24, 2020 • 53min
Microwave Ovens
Alex Schmidt is joined by comedy writer Joey Clift (Netflix, Cartoon Network) and comedian/podcaster Eli Yudin (‘What A Time To Be Alive’) for a look at why microwave ovens are secretly incredibly fascinating.
Visit http://sifpod.fun/ for research sources, handy links, and this week's bonus episode.

Aug 17, 2020 • 1h 13min
Grocery Stores
Alex Schmidt is joined by bestselling author Jason Pargin (pen name David Wong) for a look at why grocery stores are secretly incredibly fascinating.
Pre-order Jason’s excellent new novel: https://us.macmillan.com/books/9781250195791
Visit http://sifpod.fun/ for research sources, handy links, and this week's bonus episode.

Aug 10, 2020 • 48min
The Color Gray
Alex Schmidt is joined by comedian/podcaster Adam Tod Brown (Unpopular Opinion) and comedian/podcaster Jeff May (Sideshow’s Side Show) for a look at why the color gray is secretly incredibly fascinating.
Visit http://sifpod.fun/ for research sources, handy links, and this week's bonus episode.

Aug 5, 2020 • 59min
Cattle
Alex Schmidt is joined by comedy podcaster, comedy writer, and secret bird Katie Goldin (Creature Feature, @ProBirdRights) for a look at why cattle are secretly incredibly fascinating.
This is one of two episodes released on our Super Double Premiere Day! Find the other episode (“U.S. Post Offices”) in this podcast feed.
Visit http://sifpod.fun/ for research sources, handy links, and this week's bonus episodes.

Aug 5, 2020 • 53min
U.S. Post Offices
Alex Schmidt is joined by comedian Caitlin Gill (TruTV, SF Punchline) and comedy podcaster/writer Andrew Ti (Yo Is This Racist?, 'mixed-ish') for a look at why U.S. Post Offices are secretly incredibly fascinating.
This is one of two episodes released on our Super Double Premiere Day! Find the other episode ("Cattle") in this podcast feed.
Visit http://sifpod.fun/ for research sources, handy links, and this week's bonus episodes.

Jul 21, 2020 • 58sec
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SECRETLY INCREDIBLY FASCINATING is a podcast for people who like history, science, comedy, and seeing their world a whole new way. Subscribe here for free weekly episodes! And discover bonus shows and more by visiting sifpod.fun (yes, a website URL can end in ".fun")
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