Episodes
Ep. 100: Hari Kondabolu & Sofie Hagen
It’s time to celebrate love, both true and tragic, on a brand new Go Fact Yourself! Hari Kondabolu is a comedian. He got a lot of attention for his film The Problem with Apu, where he pointed out the issues he had with the character Apu on “The Simpsons.” Even though he also got a …Read More
Ep. 99: Kevin Allison & Parker Molloy
Vote YES for a brand new episode of Go Fact Yourself! Kevin Allison is best known as creator and host of the podcast “RISK!” The show is all about encouraging people to tell stories that they never thought they’d share in public. He’ll tell us why people want to share some of their biggest secrets …Read More
Ep. 98: Adam Ferrara & Alicia Coppola
Stand en pointe and tune up that guitar – it’s a high-art filled episode of Go Fact Yourself! Alicia Coppola is an actor, seen in shows like “Jericho” and “Why Women Kill.” But her career on camera actually began as part of a game show: MTV’s “Remote Control,” where she learned so much from people …Read More
Ep. 97: Jaret Reddick & Molly Ball
A 14-letter phrase for a trivia podcast: It’s a brand new episode of Go Fact Yourself! Jaret Reddick is best known as the lead singer and songwriter for the band Bowling for Soup. Between his band and the theme song for “Phineas & Ferb,” his music has been a fixture for children — but so …Read More
Ep. 96: Jackson Galaxy & Shalewa Sharpe
We’re on our way to where the air is sweet on a new episode of Go Fact Yourself! Jackson Galaxy is the host of the TV show “My Cat From Hell.” On the show, he showcases his skills as an expert on cat behavior to help people better understand their problematic kitties. These days he …Read More
Ep. 95: Saladin Ahmed & Talia Lavin
Practice that evil laugh — it’s a brand new episode of Go Fact Yourself! Saladin Ahmed is an Eisner Award-winning comic book writer who prides himself on showcasing truly lived-in worlds. He says that whether you’re writing a story set in the Marvel universe or Detroit, the little details matter. But he’s also helped affect …Read More
Meet the Neighbors: Go Fact Yourself x Depresh Mode with John Moe
Go Fact Yourself and Depresh Mode with John Moe got together to celebrate MaxFun Block Party! If you enjoyed this conversation we had with host John Moe, be sure to subscribe to Depresh Mode with John Moe on maximumfun.org.
Ep. 94: Roxane Gay & Ricky Duran
Listener beware, you’re in for a scare — It’s a brand new episode of Go Fact Yourself! Roxane Gay is an award-winning writer and culture critic. Her books and blogs feature tons of biting insight that’s endeared her to millions of readers. Her best advice for aspiring professional writers? Be relentless. She’ll explain that and …Read More
Ep. 93: Bridger Winegar & Ginny Hogan
You don’t have to go home, but you can’t stay here — It’s a new episode of Go Fact Yourself! Bridger Winegar is a writer and podcaster who’s worked on shows like “Jimmy Kimmel Live” and “Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt.” Since he started as a Production Assistant, he knows the early parts of show business are …Read More
Ep. 92: Nina West & Brandon Collins
Note: due to technical difficulties, J. Keith’s audio sounds worse than usual. We’ve taken steps to ensure this doesn’t happen again. Grab your Batmobiles and thingamabobs, it’s a new episode of Go Fact Yourself! Nina West is a drag performer who won Miss Congeniality on the TV’s “Rupaul’s Drag Race.” Since then, she’s focused on …Read More