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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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  • What's the Secret to Nintendo's Success?

    What's the Secret to Nintendo's Success?
    Jun 6 2025

    From Nintendo's history with the Yakuza to its dabbling in the seedy motel business, the House of Mario has a much longer and stranger history than you might guess. Find out what happened when the company tried to make knitting popular, how America's obsession with robots helped them nudge their way into retailers, and why a grabber called the Ultra Hand was the breakthrough the company needed. Featuring Ramsey Yount.

    This episode originally aired on December 20, 2017.

    Photo by Cláudio Luiz Castro via Unsplash. Thanks, Cláudio!

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    42 m
  • 9 Prime-Time Secrets of TV Guide

    9 Prime-Time Secrets of TV Guide
    Jun 3 2025

    What do TV listings have to do with the arc of American history? Quite a lot, it turns out! From hard-hitting journalism that exposed fake news, to billion-dollar business deals, to a photo manipulation scandal that made Oprah very angry, Will and Mango uncover the many ways this little magazine has made a big impact on our lives.

    Got a question you’d like us to answer? An obscure 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.

    TV photo by Diego González via Unsplash. Thanks, Diego!

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    23 m
  • Thanks, Canada! 9 Great Inventions from the Great White North

    Thanks, Canada! 9 Great Inventions from the Great White North
    May 30 2025

    If you’ve ever taken out the trash, bought eggs, or gotten immersed in Avatar, you have Canada to thank for it. Pop on your toques and join Will and Mango for a deep dive into some fascinating Canadian inventions—and yes, hockey is mentioned. Twice.

    Got a question you’d like us to answer? An obscure 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 by Maxime Doré via Unsplash. Merci, Maxime!

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    25 m
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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.

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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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