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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 Best Passport to Carry? (And Why Do We Carry Passports?)

    What’s the Best Passport to Carry? (And Why Do We Carry Passports?)
    Mar 10 2026

    Travel identification has taken many forms over the years, from stone tablets to an exhausting process that involved posting your itinerary on a church door. But how did we arrive at the standardized booklets many of us carry today? How do different countries use art and technology to distinguish their passports? And what’s the best (and worst) passport in the world, according to experts? Plus: Why you can blame a German spy for your embarrassing passport photo.

    Got a question or idea for the show? Call our hotline at (302) 405-5925 or email higeniuses@gmail.com.

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

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    35 m
  • Is Recycling Worth the Hassle?

    Is Recycling Worth the Hassle?
    Mar 6 2026

    Why does Germany use five different bins for recycling? Can you trick people into being greener by putting wolves on packaging? And is recycling a good business to be in? Plus, why Totes McGoats is one of the worst phrases of all time... but also perhaps the best recycling mascot ever. Featuring Christopher Hassiotis from HowStuffWorks.

    This episode originally aired on January 24, 2018.

    Got a question or idea for the show? Call our hotline at (302) 405-5925 or email higeniuses@gmail.com.

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    43 m
  • 9 Nutty Facts About Hard-Shelled Fruit

    9 Nutty Facts About Hard-Shelled Fruit
    Mar 3 2026

    Why did people start (and stop) dyeing pistachios red? How do thieves pull off high-stakes nut heists? What’s up with the coconut that looks like a butt? And why do so many members of the PTG team have beef with pine nuts? Today, we’re cracking the delicious mysteries of nuts (and, yes, things that aren’t technically nuts).

    Got a question or idea for the show? Call our hotline at (302) 405-5925 or email higeniuses@gmail.com.

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    28 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.

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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