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    Bruce Vilanch was a guest on episode 124. Some guests struggle to give us three topics they love that they’re willing to be quizzed on. And then there’s Bruce. In this fun and wide-ranging conversation, Bruce tells us about the many other topics that we didn’t cover when he was a guest – including the Titanic, commercial passenger planes, and the divine Bette Midler.

    Hosts:

    J. Keith van Straaten

    Helen Hong

    Jim Newman

    Credits:

    Theme Song by Jonathan Green.

    Maximum Fun's Senior Producer is Laura Swisher.

    Co-Producer and Editor is Julian Burrell.

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  • This show is supported by our beloved MaxFun Members! To become one yourself as part of the #MaxFunDrive, go to maximumfun.org/join and set up a recurring monthly contribution (or an annual prepay) for as little as $5 a month. Help us make our goal to unlock even more gifts … for YOU!

    It’s only $1/month to BOOST your membership too – every little bit helps!

    Go Fact Yourself takes a lot of work to put together, including crafting the perfect quiz for our contestants. What would happen if we just took it easy and allowed AI to craft the questions, hints, and fun facts?

    We have J. Keith and Helen step into the contestant chairs to find out!

    Hosts:

    J. Keith van Straaten

    Helen Hong

    Jim Newman

    Credits:

    Theme Song by Jonathan Green.

    Maximum Fun's Senior Producer is Laura Swisher.

    Co-Producer and Editor is Julian Burrell.

    Seeing our next live-audience shows by YOU!

    And of course… maximumfun.org/join!!

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  • This show is supported by our beloved MaxFun Members! To become one yourself as part of the #MaxFunDrive, go to maximumfun.org/join and set up a recurring monthly contribution (or an annual prepay) for as little as $5 a month.

    That contribution goes directly into making this show possible. In this special mini episode, J. Keith speaks with show director and Go Fact Yourself co-creator Jim Newman.

    Jim does a lot of work behind the scenes before the show has even started – booking guests for the show is an intensive process. He’ll shine a light on the bookings that fell through and guests that have really delivered for this trivia podcast.

    Hosts:

    J. Keith van Straaten

    Credits:

    Theme Song by Jonathan Green.

    Maximum Fun's Senior Producer is Laura Swisher.

    Co-Producer and Editor is Julian Burrell.

    Seeing our next live-audience shows by YOU!

  • This show is supported by our beloved MaxFun Members! To become one yourself as part of the #MaxFunDrive, go to maximumfun.org/join and set up a recurring monthly contribution (or an annual prepay) for as little as $5 a month.

    No matter what level you join, every MaxFun Member gets access to the most popular gift of all: The Bonus Content Library.

    This is a bank of hundreds– maybe even thousands– of hours of bonus episodes from every show across the network. That includes Go Fact Yourself!

    In this special preview, you’ll hear clips from just a few of the GFY BoCo collection– including full episodes with MaxFunsters Brea Grant, Clint McElroy and more; GFY success stories where we interview past contestants whose dreams came true because of this show; and the original Go Fact Yourself pilot (which was just released this year!)

    Hosts:

    J. Keith van Straaten

    Helen Hong

    Credits:

    Theme Song by Jonathan Green.

    Maximum Fun's Senior Producer is Laura Swisher.

    Co-Producer and Editor is Julian Burrell.

    Seeing our next live-audience shows by YOU!

  • This show is supported by our beloved MaxFun Members! To become one yourself as part of the #MaxFunDrive, go to maximumfun.org/join and set up a recurring monthly contribution for as little as $5 a month.

    Happy #MaxFunDrive! It’s trivia so fine it’ll blow your mind on a brand new episode of Go Fact Yourself!

    In this episode…

    Guests:

    Jerry O’Connell got his start as a child actor in the film Stand By Me. His acting career blossomed from there and continued for decades – but now he’s had a second career as an Emmy-nominated TV host. He’ll tell us how that came about after some advice from Kelly Ripa, plus why his dad thought his first film would be a flop.

    Mallory O’Meara is an author and podcaster. She hosts the shows "Reading Glasses" and "Reading Smut" on the MaxFun Network. She’ll tell us all about how both podcasts celebrate book culture in very different ways. Her latest book, Daughter of Daring: The Trick-Riding, Train-Leaping, Road-Racing Life of Helen Gibson, Hollywood’s First Stuntwoman is out now.

    Areas of Expertise

    Jerry: 1980s music, 1980s movies, and 1990s Los Angeles news.

    Mallory: Haunted house books, werewolf movies, Washington Capitals Hockey from 2019 to the present.

    What’s the Difference: Break the Bank

    What’s the difference, in music, between a rest and a break?

    What’s the difference between a food bank and a food pantry?

    With Guest Experts:

    David Naughton: Actor and singer, who starred in the film An American Werewolf in London.

    Toni Basil: Award-winning singer, dancer, and choreographer behind the hit song “Oh Mickey.”

    Hosts:

    J. Keith van Straaten

    Helen Hong

    Credits:

    Theme Song by Jonathan Green.

    Maximum Fun's Senior Producer is Laura Swisher.

    Co-Producer and Editor is Julian Burrell.

    Seeing our next live-audience shows by YOU!

  • This show is supported by our beloved MaxFun Members! To become one yourself as part of the #MaxFunDrive, go to maximumfun.org/join and set up a recurring monthly contribution for as little as $5 a month. Or, prepay for the year and get a bonus reward!

    J. Keith and Helen share a few updates on the MaxFun Drive, including how to get an autographed baseball card featuring the hosts!

    Plus, Ben Lindbergh from the "Effectively Wild" podcast joins J. Keith's search for a deep dive into very specific baseball trivia that came out of one of our GFY quizzes.

    Hosts:

    J. Keith van Straaten

    Helen Hong

    Credits:

    Theme Song by Jonathan Green.

    Maximum Fun's Senior Producer is Laura Swisher.

    Co-Producer and Editor is Julian Burrell.

    Seeing our next live-audience shows by YOU!

  • It’s not MaxFunDrive without a wild kickoff spectacular! Former real-life VJ and host of MTV's Spring Break 1999, Dave Holmes, takes your favorite MaxFun hosts through some wacky ‘90s- and Spring Break-themed mini games!!

    Featuring: Dave Holmes, Jeremy Bent, Oscar Montoya, Dimitry Pompée, Tom Lum, Ellen Weatherford, Alex Schmidt, Brenda Snell, Drea Clark, Alonso Duralde, Dan McCoy, Jordan Morris, Manolo Moreno, Ella Hubber, Caroline Roper, Ella McLeod, John-Luke Roberts, Justin McElroy, Clint McElroy, Mike Cabellon, Sierra Katow, Hal Lublin, Danielle Radford, John Moe, Christian Dueñas, Christian Duguay.

  • This show is supported by our beloved MaxFun Members! To become one yourself as part of the #MaxFunDrive, go to maximumfun.org/join and set up a recurring monthly contribution for as little as $5 a month.

    Happy #MaxFunDrive! And we’ve got a couple of contestants who supported Go Fact Yourself in 2024!

    In this episode…

    Guests:

    Sam Gladston is a professional wrestler who performs for Superkick’d in Toronto. He’ll tell us how he got his start and how body building helped save his life.

    Noelle Sciarini is an email marketing specialist. She’ll tell us the secret to crafting the perfect email that people actually want to click on. Plus, we’ll hear more about how this is the FIRST podcast she’s ever been on!

    Both Sam and Noelle were two of the first 100 listeners to support Go Fact Yourself in the 2024 MaxFunDrive.

    Areas of Expertise

    Sam: The Krakoan era of X-Men, competitive bodybuilding from the late 90s and onwards, witches in media, the movie Labyrinth, and the TV show “Star Trek: Voyager.”

    Noelle: 1990s film adaptations of classic books, the TV show “The Great British Bake-off,” the musical The Secret Garden, cross-country running, and word games.

    What’s the difference: Rookie Mistake

    What’s the difference between a rookie and a beginner?

    What’s the difference between a mistake and an error?

    With Guest Experts:

    Lisa Klink: TV writer, known for her work in the “Star Trek” universe.

    Marsha Falco: Game inventor whose games include SET, Karma, and Quiddler.

    Hosts:

    J. Keith van Straaten

    Helen Hong

    Credits:

    Theme Song by Jonathan Green.

    Maximum Fun's Senior Producer is Laura Swisher.

    Co-Producer and Editor is Julian Burrell.

    Seeing our next live-audience shows by YOU!

  • J. Keith and Helen provide some early details for the MaxFun Drive! Look forward to lots of new episodes in the podcast feed along with tons of contests and giveaways exclusively for those who support Go Fact Yourself.

    Starting March 17th, go to Maximumfun.org/jointo become a MaxFun Member and support Go Fact Yourself.

  • We’re halfway to an EGOT on this brand new Go Fact Yourself!

    In this episode…

    Guests:

    Phil Rosenthal is an Emmy-winning writer and producer, who went from producing and writing “Everybody Loves Raymond” to hosting “Somebody Feed Phil” – the Netflix series where he samples cuisine from around the world. He’ll tell us about some of his most memorable dishes.

    Sarah Jones is a Tony-winning actor and writer, whose celebrated solo shows involve playing multiple characters – some of whom show up in this recording! Sarah and her characters can be heard on her acclaimed podcast, “America, Who Hurt You?”

    Areas of Expertise

    Phil: Stanley Kubrick, Hollywood restaurants, and the TV show “The Odd Couple.”

    Sarah: 1990s East Coast hip-hop, the origins of New York accents, and dating apps.

    What’s the difference: Better Safe than Sorry

    What’s the difference between a safe and a vault?

    What’s the difference between to repent and to atone?

    With Guest Experts:

    Lowell Ganz: Oscar-nominated writer, who’s responsible for more episodes of “The Odd Couple” than anyone else.

    Adam Klugman: Collaborator and son of Jack Klugman, star of “The Odd Couple.”

    Big Daddy Kane: Grammy-winning rapper and producer, known for his groundbreaking rhymes.

    Spinderella: Grammy-winning DJ, rapper and producer, known for her work as a member of the group Salt-N-Pepa.

    Hosts:

    J. Keith van Straaten

    Helen Hong

    Credits:

    Theme Song by Jonathan Green.

    Maximum Fun's Senior Producer is Laura Swisher.

    Co-Producer and Editor is Julian Burrell.

    Seeing our next live-audience shows by YOU!

    You can also hear a different version of our episodes – and play a corresponding trivia quiz – at laist.com/gofactyourself

    ***New Radio Stations Carrying GFY!***
    You can now hear the show LIVE on the radio on NPR stations LAist 89.3 in Southern California, WUTC 88.1 in Chattanooga, WUWM 89.7 in Milwaukee, and KODK 90.7 in Kodiak. Check their respective websites for details on how and when to listen.

    LAist Airtimes: Saturdays at 10am & 5pm. Sundays at 8pm. (All times Pacific)

    Ask YOUR local NPR station about picking up GFY in your area!

  • Real celebrity trivia is CONFIRMED for Go Fact Yourself!

    In this episode…

    Guests:

    Jennifer Tilly is an actor who’s dazzled in dozens of films, including her Oscar-nominated turn in Bullets Over Broadway. She’s also voiced characters in everything from the Chucky franchise to “Family Guy.” But the most difficult thing she’s ever done is appearing as herself on “The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills.” She’ll explain why, and tell us all about her championship poker skills.

    Adam Savage is best known as one of the hosts of “Mythbusters.” Along with his co-host Jamie Hyneman, Adam tested hundreds of myths to determine their plausibility. He’ll tell us about some of his favorite experiments and why the show was such an intense production. Catch Adam now on Tested.com.

    Areas of Expertise

    Jennifer: The Royal Family (especially Harry and Meghan), jewelry designers, and The Beatles.

    Adam: Raymond Chandler, juggling, and palindromes.

    What’s the difference: Dish the Dirt

    What’s the difference between a dish and a plate?

    What’s the difference between filth and grime?

    With Guest Experts:

    Eddie Muller: Author and founder of the Film Noir Foundation

    Tal Bachman: Award-winning musician who co-hosts “The Musical Mystery Tour” on The Beatles channel on Sirius XM.

    Hosts:

    J. Keith van Straaten

    Helen Hong

    Credits:

    Theme Song by Jonathan Green.

    Maximum Fun's Senior Producer is Laura Swisher.

    Co-Producer and Editor is Julian Burrell.

    Seeing our next live-audience shows by YOU!

    You can also hear a different version of our episodes – and play a corresponding trivia quiz – at laist.com/gofactyourself

    ***Listen to GFY on the radio!***
    You can now hear the show LIVE on the radio in the Los Angeles area on NPR station LAist 89.3 FM. You can also stream the show live around the world at LAist.com (Click the big “Listen” button at the top of the page.)

    Airtimes: Saturdays at 10am & 5pm. Sundays at 8pm. (All times Pacific)

  • It’s a touchdown for trivia on Go Fact Yourself!

    In this episode…

    Guests:

    Ryan Kalil and Yeardley Smith from episode 75.

    Heidi Gardner from episode 80.

    Meg Rowley and Moujan Zolfaghari from episode 99.

    Keegan-Michael Key from episode 136.

    Billy Gardell and Gina Yashere from episode 142.

    Bobby Massie from episode 151.

    Ann-Margret from episode 164.

    With Guest Experts:

    Glover Quin: Former Pro-Bowl defensive back for the Detroit Lions.

    James Farrior: All-Pro linebacker, two-time Super Bowl champion, and member of the Pittsburgh Steelers Hall of Honor.

    Jon Ryan: Super Bowl Champion punter for the Seattle Seahawks.

    Greg Townsend: Two-time NFL Pro-Bowler and Super Bowl champion with the Raiders.

    Hosts:

    J. Keith van Straaten

    Helen Hong

    Guest Co-host Moujan Zolfaghari

    Credits:

    Theme Song by Jonathan Green.

    Maximum Fun's Senior Producer is Laura Swisher.

    Co-Producer and Editor is Julian Burrell.

    Seeing our next live-audience shows by YOU!

    You can also hear a different version of our episodes – and play a corresponding trivia quiz – at laist.com/gofactyourself

    ***Listen to GFY on the radio!***
    You can now hear the show LIVE on the radio in the Los Angeles area on NPR station LAist 89.3 FM. You can also stream the show live around the world at LAist.com (Click the big “Listen” button at the top of the page.)

    Airtimes: Saturdays at 10am & 5pm. Sundays at 8pm. (All times Pacific)

  • It’s an X-tra special brand new episode of Go Fact Yourself!

    **Come see us in SF Sketchfest in San Francisco! Sunday 1/19 at 4pm! Tickets at bit.ly/GFYSketchfest

    In this episode…

    Guests:

    Paula Poundstone is a comedian who’s the creative voice behind the podcast “Nobody Listens to Paula Poundstone.” You can also find her on tour throughout the next few months. How does she have time to do so much? It turns out she has a lot of time on her hands thanks to some advice from a plumber.

    Open Mike Eagle is a rapper who’s known for some very clever rhyming and word play. Turns out that he's been working on that ever since he was a kid! You can hear Mike’s newest musical project, Previous Industries, and their debut album, Service Merchandise now.

    Areas of Expertise

    Paula: The TV show “Breaking Bad,” Drakes Cakes, and the desegregation of department store lunch counters in Nashville, Tennessee.

    Mike: The Attitude Era of professional wrestling, the Jonathan Hickman era of X-Men comics, and the anime “Jojo’s Bizarre Adventure.”

    What’s the Difference: Respect your Elders

    What’s the difference between to respect someone and to honor someone?

    What’s the difference between older and elder?

    With Guest Experts:

    Louise Simonson: Award-winning writer and editor who’s worked in comic books for more than 50 years.

    Betsy Brandt: Actor whose career includes five seasons of playing Marie on “Breaking Bad.”

    Hosts:

    J. Keith van Straaten

    Helen Hong

    Credits:

    Theme Song by Jonathan Green.

    Maximum Fun's Senior Producer is Laura Swisher.

    Co-Producer and Editor is Julian Burrell.

    Seeing our next live-audience shows by YOU!

    *Listen to Bonus Content from this episode*

    We make a monthly GFY Extras episode with BoCo from all of our episodes – just for Maximum Fun members! Info at: maximumfun.org/howtoboco

    You can also hear a different version of our episodes – and play a corresponding trivia quiz – at laist.com/gofactyourself

    ***Listen to GFY on the radio!***
    You can now hear the show LIVE on the radio in the Los Angeles area on NPR station LAist 89.3 FM. You can also stream the show live around the world at LAist.com (Click the big “Listen” button at the top of the page.)

    Airtimes: Saturdays at 10am & 5pm. Sundays at 8pm. (All times Pacific)

  • We’ve cooked up some great trivia on this brand new episode of Go Fact Yourself!

    *Listen to Bonus Content from this episode*

    We make a monthly GFY Extras episode with BoCo from all of our episodes – just for Maximum Fun members! Info at: maximumfun.org/howtoboco

    You can also hear a different version of our episodes – and play a corresponding trivia quiz – at laist.com/gofactyourself

    In this episode…

    Guests:

    Ann-Margret is a Hollywood legend. She’s appeared in everything from Bye Bye Birdie to Viva Las Vegas to Carnal Knowledge. Plus she’s won tons of awards, including an Emmy. But her proudest achievement is her marriage to her late husband, Roger Smith.

    Antonio Villaraigosa is the former mayor of Los Angeles. He’s been out of politics for some time, but now he’s running for California governor. He’ll tell us why he’s campaigning and what his favorite part of being mayor was.

    Areas of Expertise

    Ann-Margret: The TV show “Law & Order SVU,” the Raiders NFL team from the 1980s to the present, and musicals from the 1960s and 70s.

    Antonio: Mass transportation in Los Angeles, Los Angeles restaurants, and movies that take place in Los Angeles.

    What’s the Difference: Today’s Forecast

    What’s the difference between a prediction and a prophecy?

    What’s the difference between a weather forecast of “partly sunny” and “partly cloudy?”

    With Guest Experts:

    Susan Feniger: Award-winning chef, author, and restaurateur.

    Greg Townsend: Two-time NFL pro-bowler and Super Bowl champion with the Raiders.

    Hosts:

    J. Keith van Straaten

    Helen Hong

    Credits:

    Theme Song by Jonathan Green.

    Maximum Fun's Senior Producer is Laura Swisher.

    Co-Producer and Editor is Julian Burrell.

    Seeing our next live-audience shows in LA by YOU!

    ***Listen to GFY on the radio!***
    You can now hear the show LIVE on the radio in the Los Angeles area on NPR station LAist 89.3 FM. You can also stream the show live around the world at LAist.com (Click the big “Listen” button at the top of the page.)

    Airtimes: Saturdays at 10am & 5pm. Sundays at 8pm. (All times Pacific)

  • ***Listen to GFY on the radio!***
    You can now hear the show LIVE on the radio in the Los Angeles area on NPR station LAist 89.3 FM. You can also stream the show live around the world at LAist.com (Click the big “Listen” button at the top of the page.)

    Airtimes: Saturdays at 10am & 5pm. Sundays at 8pm. (All times Pacific)

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    Trivia is the “T” Word on this brand new episode of Go Fact Yourself!

    In this episode…

    Guests:

    Cameron Esposito is a comedian who had a major revelation during the pandemic: She found out she has bipolar disorder. She’ll tell us how she learned to embrace her diagnosis and why doing stand-up is so much better than writing a book.

    Chris Grace is perhaps best known for his role as Jerry in the show “Superstore.” The series always had a devoted following, but in recent years its audience has grown even larger. Chris will tell us about some of his favorite fan interactions and how he perfected the art of deadpan.

    Areas of Expertise

    Cameron: The TV show “The L Word,” women-led action movies, and catholicism.

    Chris: The podcast “Never Not Funny,” the film Everything Everywhere All At Once, and the poem “The Road Less Traveled.”

    What’s the Difference: Heart’s Desire

    What’s the difference between a cardiac arrest and a heart attack?

    What’s the difference between a desire and a craving?

    With guest experts:

    Jimmy Pardo: Comedian and creator of the podcast Never Not Funny. He was also a contestant on the very first episode of Go Fact Yourself.

    Daniel Sea: Actor known for the role of Max on the Showtime series “The L Word.”

    Hosts:

    J. Keith van Straaten

    Helen Hong

    Credits:

    Theme Song by Jonathan Green.

    Maximum Fun's Senior Producer is Laura Swisher.

    Co-Producer and Editor is Julian Burrell.

    Seeing our next live-audience shows in LA by YOU!

  • ***Listen to GFY on the radio!***
    You can now hear the show LIVE on the radio in the Los Angeles area on NPR station LAist 89.3 FM. You can also stream the show live around the world at LAist.com (Click the big “Listen” button at the top of the page.)

    Airtimes: Saturdays at 10am & 5pm. Sundays at 8pm. (All times Pacific)

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    We’re firing up some star-studded trivia on this brand new episode of Go Fact Yourself!

    In this episode…

    Guests:

    Marc Summers is the original host of Nickelodeon’s hit game show “Double Dare.” He’ll tell us what it was like hosting the messiest show on television… as he was getting diagnosed with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. You can see Marc in the upcoming Hallmark movie Hannukah on the Rocks.

    Michaela Watkins is an accomplished actor who’s expanded her talents into being an executive producer. What’s the biggest difference between the two crafts? The footwear! You can see Michaela in the upcoming film Suze.

    Areas of Expertise

    Marc: Johnny Carson, the TV show “Star Search,” and Comedy Magicians

    Michaela: The film Bugsy Malone, the TV show “Sex and the City,” and pottery.

    What’s the difference: Corn Flakes

    What’s the difference between an ear of corn and a cob of corn?

    What’s the difference between crispy and crunchy?

    With guest experts:

    Pam Aliaga: Exhibitions Manager for the American Museum of Ceramic Art

    Reniel Del Rosario: Artist in Residence at the American Museum of Ceramic Art.

    Sam Harris: Singer, theater actor, and original winner of “Star Search.”

    Hosts:

    J. Keith van Straaten

    Helen Hong

    Credits:

    Theme Song by Jonathan Green.

    Maximum Fun's Senior Producer is Laura Swisher.

    Co-Producer and Editor is Julian Burrell.

    Seeing our next live-audience shows in LA by YOU!

  • ***Listen to GFY on the radio!***
    You can now hear the show LIVE on the radio in the Los Angeles area on NPR station LAist 89.3 FM. You can also stream the show live around the world at LAist.com (Click the big “Listen” button at the top of the page.)

    Airtimes: Saturdays at 10am & 5pm. Sundays at 8pm. (All times Pacific)

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    Let's nosh on a brand new episode of Go Fact Yourself!

    In this episode…

    Guests:

    Barry Sonnenfeld is a legendary filmmaker, responsible for directing films like the Men in Black series. He’s also the author of the new book, Best Possible Place, Worst Possible Time. He’ll tell us a few stories from the book, including the iconic film that he passed up on and why sometimes success is all about having the right equipment.

    Jackie Tohn is an actor, whose newest show, “Nobody Wants This,” is a huge hit on Netflix. Jackie is longtime friends with the show’s lead, Kristen Bell. She’ll tell us about the special banter they’ve developed over the years.

    Areas of Expertise

    Barry: The film The Long Goodbye, Golden Oldies (or Olden Goldies), and Swanson TV dinners of the 60s and 70s

    Jackie: The film Little Shop of Horrors, “The Howard Stern Show,” and Jewish food.

    What’s the difference: Rookie Mistake

    What’s the difference between a rookie and a beginner?

    What’s the difference between a mistake and an error?

    With guest experts:

    Marc Canter: co-owner of the iconic LA restaurant Canter’s Deli.

    Robert and Paul Cowsill: Members of musical group The Cowsills, who had eight singles in the top 100 during the 1960s.

    Hosts:

    J. Keith van Straaten

    Helen Hong

    Credits:

    Theme Song by Jonathan Green.

    Maximum Fun's Senior Producer is Laura Swisher.

    Co-Producer and Editor is Julian Burrell.

    Seeing our next live-audience shows in LA by YOU!

  • ***Listen to GFY on the radio!***
    You can now hear the show LIVE on the radio in the Los Angeles area on NPR station LAist 89.3 FM. You can also stream the show live around the world at LAist.com (Click the big “Listen” button at the top of the page.)

    Airtimes: Saturdays at 10am & 5pm. Sundays at 8pm. (All times Pacific)

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    Walk off with a brand new episode of Go Fact Yourself!

    In this episode…

    Guests:

    Josh McDermitt is an actor best known for his time playing Eugene on “The Walking Dead.” The role endeared him to a massive fanbase; but he’ll tell us about a humbling experience when he went to buy his character’s figurine. Josh was also an expert on episode 145 of “Go Fact Yourself.”

    Sierra Katow is a comedian, who until recently was also a freelance coder because – surprise! – comedy isn’t always the most lucrative career. Sierra will tell us more about that, as well as her podcast on the MaxFun network, “TV Chef Fantasy League.”

    Areas of Expertise

    Josh: Country music from the 1990s, the 2010 Green Bay Packers who went on to win Super Bowl XLV, and Kirk Gibson’s game-winning home run from Game one of the 1988 World Series.

    Sierra: Season 3 of the animated series “Avatar: The Last Airbender,” the book The Grapes of Wrath, and famous English bulldogs.

    What’s the difference: Agree to Disagree

    What’s the difference between consent and assent?

    What’s the difference between a disagreement and a dispute?

    With guest experts:

    Steve Sax: Former Major League Baseball player and 2x World Series champion.

    Michaela Jill-Murphy: Voice actor known for voicing the character Toph in “Avatar: The Last Airbender.”

    Greg Baldwin: Voice actor known as the second voice of Uncle Iroh in “Avatar: The Last Airbender.”

    Hosts:

    J. Keith van Straaten

    Helen Hong

    Credits:

    Theme Song by Jonathan Green.

    Maximum Fun's Senior Producer is Laura Swisher.

    Co-Producer and Editor is Julian Burrell.

    Seeing our next live-audience shows in LA by YOU!

  • ***Listen to GFY on the radio!***
    You can now hear the show LIVE on the radio in the Los Angeles area on NPR station LAist 89.3 FM. You can also stream the show live around the world at LAist.com (Click the big “Listen” button at the top of the page.)

    Airtimes: Saturdays at 10am & 5pm. Sundays at 8pm. (All times Pacific)

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    Trivia is the sweetest thing on a brand new episode of Go Fact Yourself!

    In this episode…

    Guests:

    Sherry Cola has appeared in shows like “Good Trouble” on Netflix and films like Joy Ride. But she actually got her start on the radio, thanks to Carson Daly. She’ll tell us why it was a bit of a humbling, but important, experience and explain why she’s not a competitive person.

    Greg Proops is an actor and comedian, perhaps best known for his years on “Whose Line is it Anyway?” His new comedy album, Purple Shasta Raccoon, is available now. He’ll also tell us how he came up with the title for his last comedy album, French Drug Deal, and why he decided to improvise his entire set. You can hear Greg on his podcast “The Smartest Man in the World.”

    Areas of Expertise

    Sherry: The film A Walk to Remember, the film The Sweetest Thing, and the San Gabriel Valley.

    Greg: The San Francisco Giants of the 1980s, Keanu Reeves in the movie Point Break, and Alexander the Great as a tween.

    What’s the difference: Speak Freely

    What’s the difference between to speak and to talk?

    What’s the difference between something free and something on the house?

    With guest experts:

    Chili Davis: Three-time World Series Champion and member of the San Francisco Giants Wall of Fame.

    Roger Kumble: Screenwriter, playwright, and director of The Sweetest Thing

    Thomas Jane: Actor, known for films like Boogie Nights, The Punisher and The Sweetest Thing.

    Hosts:

    J. Keith van Straaten

    Helen Hong

    Credits:

    Theme Song by Jonathan Green.

    Maximum Fun's Senior Producer is Laura Swisher.

    Co-Producer and Editor is Julian Burrell.

    Seeing our next live-audience shows in LA by YOU!

  • At long last, the radio debut of Go Fact Yourself is upon us!

    On Saturday, October 12th at 10 a.m. Pacific, you can tune in to LAist 89.3 FM if you’re in the Los Angeles area; and if you’re anywhere else in the world, just go to LAist.com and click on the button at the top that says “Listen.”

    And while you’re listening, go to GoFactYourPod.com to chat along J. Keith, Helen, and other listeners to celebrate the big day.

    The episode will re-air Saturday at 5 p.m. Pacific and Sunday at 8 p.m. Pacific.

    Finally, be sure to keep an eye on

    GoFactYourPod.com/liveshows

    to find out more about our upcoming shows in Pasadena before the end of the year.