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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

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30:17

9 Surprising Tips for Visiting Bhutan

Part-Time Genius ·

2025/03/25

So, it turns out there are a LOT of rules for visiting Bhutan. DON'T climb the mountains (it's illegal!).DO buy a stamp (especially one you can play on your record player!). DON'T ask anyone about their birthday. DO make yourself happier-- by thinking about death three times a day?! This episode, Will and Mango learn what makes the Himalayan kingdom just so special... while trying to grab a jar of fresh mountain air in the process! Have you visited Bhutan? Or flown into their tiny airport? Drop us a

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30:59

PTG Classic: What are the Craziest Applications for...

Part-Time Genius ·

2025/03/23

Forget Dr. Evil and his ridiculously evil plans... lasers are so much more practical than that! In this episode, Will and Mango discover why lasers are perfect for precision-cooking your bacon, how they can be used as chopsticks, why washing dishes is so much better when it's done by laser, and a simple laser trick for keeping pesky pirates at bay. Plus, we take a look at the very strange way Texas tried to educate aliens about queso. (Spoiler: It involved a laser.) Got a tip? Question? Comment

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28:40

Are Cow Burps Hurting the Environment?

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2025/03/21

From making cows a little less gassy, to seasoning your clouds with salt, to creating floating pastures and hospitals, communities and scientists have come up with a whole lot of ingenious solutions to deal with climate change. Dig in as Will and Mango explore the sunnier side of climate resilience. Got a fact to share? Want to drop us a line? Hit us up on our Insta @parttimegenius Photo via Pexels by Julie Aagaard. (Thanks Julie!) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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34:27

Who is Pablo Eggs-cobar? (And why is he obsessed with...

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2025/03/18

From climbing a tree under gunfire to dangling out of helicopters, people have gone to incredible lengths to steal wild bird eggs—risking arrest, fines, and even jail time. Why? And more importantly, who's doing this? Will and Mango discover some of the craziest stories in egg theft history, including a British club that ran a-fowl of the law by hiding 11,000 illegal eggs and the man known as Pablo Egg-scobar, a naturalist who spent decades supplying the rare egg black market. Plus: A peek

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21:33

PTG Classic: How do Dollar Stores stay in Business?

Part-Time Genius ·

2025/03/16

Will and Mango have so many questions about the dollar store business: Why have so many more of these stores cropped up recently? How do you make a profit when everything in your store sells for under a buck? Is a $1 steak a good deal? Plus: the tea on why dollar store employees hate Hot Wheels so much! Got a comment? Question? Drop us a line on our Insta @parttimegenius! Photo by Liza Lova via Pexels. (Thanks Liza!)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Introducing: ScienceStuff

Part-Time Genius ·

2025/03/15

Ever wonder if your pet is lying to you, what's inside a black hole, or whether you'd survive being cryogenically frozen? With infectious curiosity, cartoonist and former roboticist Jorge Cham makes science fun and accessible as he answers your biggest questions. Listen here and subscribe to ScienceStuff on the iHeartRadio app or wherever you get your podcasts!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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30:41

SURPRISE! It's a Part-Time Genius Pop Quiz

Part-Time Genius ·

2025/03/14

With Will out of town, Mango tries out a *brand new* quiz show format with his buddies Mary and Gabe. Like the Pop Quiz? Hate it? Drop us a line on our Insta @parttimegenius and let us know what you think... Photo via Pexels by Leeloo The First (Thanks Leeloo!) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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28:04

9 Very Important Facts About Donuts

Part-Time Genius ·

2025/03/11

In the words of Homer Simpson: "Donuts... is there anything they can't do?" From curing scurvy, to bringing religions together, to explaining the universe, Will and Mango dig into 9 incredible donut facts... plus, Emily Post gives us a workaround for dunking your donuts the polite way. Got a fact to share about donuts? Something we missed? Drop us a line on our insta @parttimegenius Photo by Cottonbro Studio. (Thank you Cottonbros!)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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30:09

25 Greatest Science Ideas Countdown: Day 5

Part-Time Genius ·

2025/03/07

It’s the grand finale! Our last four greatest science ideas of the past 25 years include a very hungry super fungus, a chemical-free (but not dubstep-free) insect repellent, a poignant story of agricultural polymers and wet books, and a cure for sleep apnea that may require some negotiations with your neighbors. We’re giving away great prizes every day this week! Head over to our Instagram@parttimegenius to find out how you can win. Check out the Zorbixwebsite and YouTube channel! Learn

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24:13

25 Greatest Science Ideas Countdown: Day 4

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2025/03/06

It’s the home stretch! Buckle up for ideas 8 through 5, which include some magical molecules, a sea creature that helped reinvent plywood, a medical treatment with terrifying origins, and a discovery that practically upended the world of classical music. We’re giving away great prizes every day this week! Head over to our Instagram@parttimegenius to find out how you can win. Learn more about your ad choices athttps://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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30:44

25 Greatest Science Ideas Countdown: Day 3

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2025/03/05

Today we’re covering ideas 13 through 9! These include a fascinating discovery about NASCAR and psychology, a clock that’s so accurate it’s reshaping our understanding of time, a tasty way to make concrete stronger (and more environmentally friendly), and some truly delightful revelations about dinosaurs. Plus: We explain particle physics through song. We’re giving away great prizes every day this week! Head over to our Instagram@parttimegenius to find out how you can win

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30:33

25 Greatest Science Ideas Countdown: Day 2

Part-Time Genius ·

2025/03/04

Our countdown continues with ideas 19 through 14! Today we’re talking virtual dolphins, a bike helmet you’ll actually want to wear, glass that un-breaks itself, unusual diet tips from the Amazon, personal germ clouds, and a high-tech approach to eating lobster. We’re giving away great prizes every day this week! Head over to our Instagram@parttimegenius to find out how you can win. Check out Shucks Maine Lobsterhere! Learn more about your ad choices at

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35:38

25 Greatest Science Ideas Countdown: Day 1

Part-Time Genius ·

2025/03/03

We’re kicking off this series with a breakthrough for jetlagged hamsters, a hot tub that’ll take you on a journey, a better ketchup bottle, a solution for one of the world’s most common tech annoyances, and some very bad news: chickens are definitely judging you. Plus, we meet the man who brought the smell of outer space to earth. We’re giving away great prizes every day this week! Head over to our Instagram@parttimegenius to find out how you can win. Discover Steve

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35:55

Why was there a Golden Age of Novelty Songs?

Part-Time Genius ·

2025/03/01

Will and Mango get serious about novelty songs, learning: why there was a Golden Age of this unique music; how the Monster Mash got invented; who was really doing the kung-fu when "everyone" was kung fu fighting; and why a song about Itsy-Bitsy, Teeny-Weeny, Yellow Polka Dot Bikinis isn't what you think it is. Plus: Will and Mango reveal two shocking truths about The Purple People Eater.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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How did Thurgood Marshall become such an Incredible...

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2025/02/25

Maybe it was his dad? Or all the punishments he got as a naughty high schooler? Or perhaps it was inspired by watching so many Soap Operas? Whatever the cause, Thurgood Marshall's life story is remarkable. From watching trials as a child to almost getting lynched for trying cases in the deep South, Will and Mango look back at the life and legacy of one of America's greatest legal minds. Got notes for us? Questions? Visit our Instagram @parttimegenius.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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38:17

Introducing Leading By Example: Will Pearson -...

Part-Time Genius ·

2025/02/23

In our premiere episode, Farnoosh Torabi sits down with Will Pearson, President of the iHeart Podcast Network, to uncover how his personal journey and core beliefs guided his path from college entrepreneur to podcast industry pioneer. Pearson reveals how his early experiences—launching a company from his Duke University dorm room—instilled leadership principles that still drive his decision-making today as he oversees the world's largest podcast network. Through candid conversation, he

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44:18

Luddite Power! Why the Luddites were Smarter than you...

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2025/02/21

It’s a crossover episode with our pals at TechStuff! Mango and Oz Woloshyn sit down with author Brian Merchant to discuss his incredible (and incredibly timely) book, Blood in the Machine: The Origins of the Rebellion Against Big Tech. Did you know the Luddites were pro-worker, not anti-progress? Neither did we! Brian explains how industrial automation in the 19th century threatened workers’ livelihoods and dignity—and what happened when a decentralized movement rose up to fight

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39:20

What’s the World’s Greatest Tiny Museum?

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2025/02/18

From the Museum of Mollusks crammed into a hospital kiosk, to the supercool collection housed in a New York City elevator shaft, Mango and Gabe visit some of the tiniest, most delightful, and absolutely strangest museums worth your time. Plus, we dig into why every good host needs to invest in this after-dinner furniture piece. To see a few of the museums we referenced or hit us up for questions, visit our Instagram @parttimegenius. Photo by Alina Vilchenko. Thanks Alina!See omnystudio.com/listener

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33:07

9 Romantic Gestures That Went Horribly, Terribly Wrong

Part-Time Genius ·

2025/02/13

Looking for a last-minute idea to impress your valentine? Don’t follow the lead of anyone in this episode! Today we’re celebrating nine of history’s most over-the-top expressions of love… and the epic ways they failed. Raise a glass to the man who surprised his wife with an ancient monument, the legendary political figure whose way with words didn’t prevent him from getting rejected, the Hollywood stars with big diamonds and even bigger problems, and more. If you have

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34:22

Who Built the First Swimming Pool?

Part-Time Genius ·

2025/02/07

Want to know what makes the only swimming pool on the National Registry of Historic Places so special? Or who actually built the first pool specifically for swimming? Or the strange reason Boston invested in an indoor public pool? From the secret swimming pool hiding in the White House to New York's zaniest swim team, Will and Mango dip into the surprisingly refreshing history of pools. (Jump in, already! The water's fine.) If you have a question or comment for the show, hit us up on Instagram at

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