Part-Time Genius

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Are you a knowledge junkie who loves when facts are stranger than fiction? Do you find yourself constantly tripping down Wikipedia rabbit holes (and delighting in the journey)? Have you ever been told you ask a lot of questions? If so, congrats! You’re one of us: a Part-Time Genius! Join Will, Mango, and the team as we scour the globe in search of obscure facts, offbeat locales, and hidden histories. Along the way, we’ll chat with experts, play some games, get in touch with our silly side, and celebrate the fine art of staying curious.

Are Pigeons Smarter Than They Look?
May 27, 2025 – 30:01
Did a Volcano Eruption Really Help Invent the Bicycle?
May 23, 2025 – 28:44
Why Do We Blow Out Birthday Candles?
May 20, 2025 – 32:10
What's the World's Most Ridiculous Video Game?
May 16, 2025 – 24:39
Let's Kiss the Cod in Newfoundland!
May 13, 2025 – 30:06
PTG Classic: 9 Surprising Facts about Moms
May 9, 2025 – 13:40
Why Chickens are Smarter Than You Think! with Sy Montgomery
May 6, 2025 – 35:02
PTG Classic: Who's the Greatest Pirate of All Time?
May 2, 2025 – 46:44
9 Super Catchy Facts About Theme Songs
Apr 29, 2025 – 18:18
Inside Baseball: Magic Mud, Torpedo Bats, and High-Altitude Homers
Apr 25, 2025 – 36:33
PTG Classic: How Did P. T. Barnum Trick the World Into Riding Elevators?
Apr 22, 2025 – 31:50
9 Extremely Valuable Facts About Pennies
Apr 18, 2025 – 20:13
PTG Classic: Why Are We So Fascinated By the Titanic?
Apr 15, 2025 – 42:13
PTG Classic: What Flavor Is Dr Pepper?
Apr 11, 2025 – 22:06
9 Page-Turning Secrets of the Library of Congress
Apr 8, 2025 – 20:56
PTG Classic: What's the Science Behind Introverts?
Apr 6, 2025 – 38:14
Drama Kings: Meet Emperor Norton, the Pickle King & other Self-Declared Royalty
Apr 2, 2025 – 32:25
PTG Classic: Why Are There So Many Cheese Crimes?
Mar 30, 2025 – 34:49
9 Extra-Spicy Facts About Atomic Fireballs
Mar 28, 2025 – 25:00
9 Surprising Tips for Visiting Bhutan
Mar 25, 2025 – 30:17
PTG Classic: What are the Craziest Applications for Lasers? (Including washing your dishes!)
Mar 23, 2025 – 30:59
Are Cow Burps Hurting the Environment?
Mar 21, 2025 – 28:40
Who is Pablo Eggs-cobar? (And why is he obsessed with bird eggs?!)
Mar 18, 2025 – 34:27
PTG Classic: How do Dollar Stores stay in Business?
Mar 16, 2025 – 21:33
SURPRISE! It's a Part-Time Genius Pop Quiz
Mar 14, 2025 – 30:41
9 Very Important Facts About Donuts
Mar 11, 2025 – 28:04
25 Greatest Science Ideas Countdown: Day 5
Mar 7, 2025 – 30:09
25 Greatest Science Ideas Countdown: Day 4
Mar 6, 2025 – 24:13
25 Greatest Science Ideas Countdown: Day 3
Mar 5, 2025 – 30:44
25 Greatest Science Ideas Countdown: Day 2
Mar 4, 2025 – 30:33
25 Greatest Science Ideas Countdown: Day 1
Mar 3, 2025 – 35:38
What Caused the Golden Age of Novelty Songs?
Mar 1, 2025 – 35:55
How did Thurgood Marshall become such an Incredible Lawyer?
Feb 25, 2025 – 34:12
Luddite Power! Why the Luddites were Smarter than you Think
Feb 21, 2025 – 44:18
What’s the World’s Greatest Tiny Museum?
Feb 18, 2025 – 39:20
9 Romantic Gestures That Went Horribly, Terribly Wrong
Feb 13, 2025 – 33:07
Who Built the First Swimming Pool?
Feb 7, 2025 – 34:22
9 Chomp-worthy facts about Alligators
Feb 4, 2025 – 19:24
How to Treasure Hunt in Denmark!
Jan 28, 2025 – 42:54
How to Spot a Lying Liar!
Jan 25, 2025 – 33:57
Should We Be Burying Our Food?
Jan 22, 2025 – 32:35
🏆 🏆 🏆 2024 PART-TIME GENIUS AWARDS! 🏆 🏆 🏆
Jan 16, 2025 – 28:45
FAN FAVORITE: How do Michelin Stars Work?
Jan 14, 2025 – 28:48
Where's the Beef? 9 of History's Greatest Feuds
Jan 10, 2025 – 38:09
What are the World's Oldest Board Games?
Jan 7, 2025 – 32:52
Fan Favorite: Easy Tricks to Improve Your Life this New Year!
Jan 3, 2025 – 39:44
Fan Favorite: 9 Snowy Facts to get you through your Snow Day
Dec 26, 2024 – 08:18
Riots, Donkeys and Pretty Lights: History's Most Memorable Holiday Parties!
Dec 23, 2024 – 37:42
Let's all go to... Indonesia!
Dec 20, 2024 – 31:49
The Latest Advances in Doggy Science
Dec 18, 2024 – 24:26