NO SUCH THING
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No Such Thing is a show where three best friends and journalists settle their dumb arguments — and yours — by actually doing the research.
Hosts Manny Fidel, Noah Friedman, and Devan Joseph, start each episode with an argument using just their gut feelings. Then they go out into the world, investigate, talk to experts, and conduct some experiments. Finally, the guys bring their findings back to the group to see if they can change minds, enlighten each other, and move past their emotional truths. New episodes come out on Wednesdays.
For more information, please subscribe to our newsletter at www.nosuchthing.show.
And if you have any questions you’d like us to get to the bottom of, email us at mannynoahdevan@gmail.com or leave a voicemail: (860) 325-0286.
Hosts Manny Fidel, Noah Friedman, and Devan Joseph, start each episode with an argument using just their gut feelings. Then they go out into the world, investigate, talk to experts, and conduct some experiments. Finally, the guys bring their findings back to the group to see if they can change minds, enlighten each other, and move past their emotional truths. New episodes come out on Wednesdays.
For more information, please subscribe to our newsletter at www.nosuchthing.show.
And if you have any questions you’d like us to get to the bottom of, email us at mannynoahdevan@gmail.com or leave a voicemail: (860) 325-0286.
Episodes
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Dec 3, 2024 • 33min
Why are slurs making a comeback?
Certain taboo words have recently crept back into common use across private conversation, on social media, and in mainstream entertainment, seemingly all along the political spectrum. In this episode, we explore why slurs are making a comeback, featuring Business Insider deputy executive editor Mia de Graaf. Business Insider: The return of the slur For more, please subscribe to our newsletter at www.nosuchthing.show. If you have any questions you’d like us to get to the bottom of, email us at mannynoahdevan@gmail.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nov 26, 2024 • 31min
Could you land a plane in an emergency?
Do you think you’d be able to successfully land a plane, with no prior pilot experience and relying only on air traffic control assistance? A YouGov survey found 13% of people are “very confident” that they could. In this episode, we explore why some people (like Manny) are prone to overconfidence, with help from social psychologist and professor David Dunning. Outro song is "Nothing Ever Happens" by Darryl Rahn For more, please subscribe to our newsletter at www.nosuchthing.show. If you have any questions you’d like us to get to the bottom of, email us at mannynoahdevan@gmail.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nov 26, 2024 • 31min
Do audiobooks count as reading?
The debate around audiobooks and traditional reading heats up with claims of deception and trickery. Experts explore how visual and auditory modalities affect comprehension and retention. Is listening really the same as reading? Personal anecdotes stem from societal perceptions and reveal that engagement is key, regardless of format. The podcast highlights the cognitive similarities between both methods, while advocating for flexible reading approaches in education. Ultimately, it promotes inclusivity in understanding diverse reading experiences.
Nov 18, 2024 • 2min
Introducing NO SUCH THING
This is the trailer for NO SUCH THING, a new podcast by Manny Fidel, Noah Friedman, and Devan Joseph. Our two-episode premiere drops on Tuesday, November 26.For more, please subscribe to our newsletter at www.nosuchthing.show.If you have any questions you’d like us to get to the bottom of, email us at mannynoahdevan@gmail.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
