Part-Time Genius

Part-Time Genius

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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Episoder(485)

What’s the Best Day of the Week?

What’s the Best Day of the Week?

We all know which day Garfield hates. But what’s the best day to avoid a bank robbery? And when can you get the freshest sushi? And why are there seven days in a week, anyway? Will and Mango dive into...

3 Okt 202539min

Was Tintin a Real Person?

Was Tintin a Real Person?

Millions of readers have been captivated by the adventures of Tintin, a swoopy-haired young journalist who races around the world with his little dog, Snowy. But it turns out the story behind the stor...

30 Sep 202541min

9 Facts to Get You in the Apple-Picking Mood

9 Facts to Get You in the Apple-Picking Mood

Which apple could also be a hair metal band? Why is New York City the Big Apple and not the New Orange? And how did Japanese farmers figure out the secret to the biggest, sweetest apples in the world?...

26 Sep 202514min

9 Sneaky Ways to Send a Message

9 Sneaky Ways to Send a Message

There are lots of ways we could tell you about the art of secret messaging: we could waggle a blanket, grab a bucket of gallnuts and iron supplements, flutter our fans, or tattoo some information on a...

23 Sep 202531min

Did Picasso Try to Steal the Mona Lisa?

Did Picasso Try to Steal the Mona Lisa?

How did the Mona Lisa get so famous? Why doesn't she have any eyebrows? And why was Picasso investigated for the painting's theft? Today, Will and Mango go deep on the mysterious beauty and discover w...

19 Sep 202530min

Why Is It So Hard to Get Rid of Lice?!

Why Is It So Hard to Get Rid of Lice?!

For a tiny insect, lice sure can cause big problems! Today Mango and producer Mary—both veterans of the head lice wars—dive into the ancient history of this itchy critter (including mummies with lice!...

16 Sep 202539min

Does Pizza Bring Out the Worst In People?

Does Pizza Bring Out the Worst In People?

Everyone says money is the root of all evil... but are you 100% certain it isn’t pizza? Will and Mango take a deep dive into a shallow dish (more of a pan, really) to discuss pizza wars, mafia ties, a...

12 Sep 202534min

What's the Worst Mascot of All Time? (And Who Invented Mascots, Anyway?)

What's the Worst Mascot of All Time? (And Who Invented Mascots, Anyway?)

Today Will and Mango are tipping their hats to the true MVPs of competitive sports: mascots! Find out how these costumed characters became a fixture of modern ballgames, and take a trip back to antiqu...

9 Sep 202532min

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