Comedian Adam Conover talks to exceptional experts, revealing shocking truths and thought-provoking new perspectives. It’s an investigative comedy podcast for curious people who never stop asking questions.
285 episodes transcribedThe history of the hot dog is the history of America. The humble hot dog bun holds not just a tube of delicious-yet-dubious meats, but a long...
Theme park rides stand as one of the few forms of popular entertainment that can vanish with no way to experience them once again. So, how ca...
The entertainment industry is frequently called out for posturing as politically enlightened and progressive, yet beneath this veneer lies a...
While we commonly credit genetics, fitness, and access to healthcare for our well-being, a more complex reality exists – our lives are influe...
We consider democracy a fundamental American value, but the reality is that we haven't been truly democratic for as long as our country has e...
It's hard to imagine life without smartphones, but it wasn't so long ago that the idea of a home computer was a novelty. When was the exact m...
Are Gen Z, Millennials, Gen X, and Baby Boomers truly distinct groups or just convenient labels? With millions of individuals in each categor...
Whether we like it or not, artificial intelligence is increasingly empowered to take control of various aspects of our lives. While some tech...
As implausible as it might sound, it's entirely possible that by this time next year, MDMA could be recognized as a medicine eligible for ins...
Our conception of time is a construct, so why does it have so much power over us? Adam and author Jenny Odell delve into the history of "time...
The United States is one of the wealthiest nations on the planet, so why is it that our poverty rates surpass those of so many other countrie...
Language changes, and that's not a bad thing! This week, Adam is joined by sociolinguist Valerie Fridland to uncover how language is much mor...
From the Metaverse to AI, tech giants continue lure us with false promises of "the next big thing." This week, Adam is joined by Dan Olson, a...
Is there such a thing as "too much justice"? This week, Adam explores the pressing issue of police violence and accountability with Professor...
For the first time in over 15 years, the Writers Guild of America is on strike. Your favorite shows and movies are at risk, but so is the liv...
In honor of the passing of the Judith Heumann, we’re re-airing Adam’s 2019 interview with the trailblazing disability rights activist and her...
So-called “artificial intelligence” is one of the most divisive topics of the year, with even those who understand it in total disagreement a...
Racism in the way America polices its communities is so deeply rooted, it often seems intractable. So how do we make progress? According to t...
What is the truth about the relationship between TikTok and the Chinese government, and would banning it help or hurt Americans? This week, T...
