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Part-Time Genius

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.

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  • 9 Bizarre Areas of Expertise

    9 Bizarre Areas of Expertise
    Jul 8 2025

    Have you ever met a pharologist? Neither have we, but we know Princess Anne is one—she’s a lighthouse expert! Also, apparently there are lighthouse experts! Today Will and Mango explore nine weird and wonderfully specific fields of study, from bell-ringing to bats to the end of the world.

    Got a question you’d like us to answer? A rabbit hole you think we should explore? Send an email or voice memo to higeniuses@gmail.com, and we might use it in an upcoming episode.

    Follow us on Instagram @parttimegenius and Bluesky @parttimegenius.bsky.social!

    Photo by Joshua Hibbert via Unsplash. Thanks, Joshua!

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    23 mins
  • What's the Most American Place in the World?

    What's the Most American Place in the World?
    Jul 4 2025

    We all know the American places in America (Cleveland is one). But where should a U.S. citizen go to feel at home abroad? Will and Mango visit a wee America in Brazil (?!), tour the territories, and look for the Kentucky in Japan’s KFCs. Featuring our pal and Snack Stack author Doug Mack.

    This episode originally aired on July 14, 2017.

    Photo of a KFC in Toyohashi, Japan by Huu Huynh via Pexels. Thanks, Huu!

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    40 mins
  • Debunking Muscle Myths with Casey Johnston!

    Debunking Muscle Myths with Casey Johnston!
    Jul 1 2025

    Should men and women work out differently? Are rest days really necessary? And how did a group of 19th century German gymnastics enthusiasts transform America? Casey Johnston, author of the She’s a Beast newsletter and the new book A Physical Education, stops by to share some fitness facts that will really pump you up. Plus: The importance of strength training for cat owners.

    Casey's links: caseyjohnston.website and shesabeast.co!

    Got a question you’d like us to answer? A rabbit hole you think we should explore? Send an email or voice memo to higeniuses@gmail.com, and we might use it in an upcoming episode.

    Photo via the Library of Congress. Check out our episode “9 Page-Turning Secrets of the Library of Congress” to learn more about this incredible institution!

    We're on Instagram @parttimegenius and Bluesky @parttimegenius.bsky.social!

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    29 mins
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the questions are so random that they cater to every interest. great for kids. amazing podcast overall. also as a recommendation for mango for an episode, the origins of common phrases.

amazing podcast

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Amazing podcast for when you’re bored very entertaining and enjoyable would recommend for work sleep or other needs

Great podcast

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