Join Manny, Noah, and Devan — three best friends and journalists — as they settle dumb arguments by actually doing the research. Each week, they start with a debate or discussion. Why don’t men ask follow up questions? Should schools ban phones? Is dating an AI chatbot cheating? Then, they go out into the world, talk to experts, conduct experiments, and find the answer. NO SUCH THING is an explainer podcast about pop culture, the internet, and whatever weird thing your group chat can’t agree on. If you’ve ever had a take so strong you had to fact-check it, this show is for you. New episodes on Wednesdays. For more information, please subscribe to our newsletter at www.nosuchthing.show . And if you have any questions you’d like us to get to the bottom of, email us at [email protected] or leave a voicemail: (860) 325-0286.
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Super-Agers: Why do some old people age better than others?
May 20, 2026
On today's episode of NO SUCH THING, we’re talking about so-called “Super Agers,” the term used to describe people who are at least 80 years old, but are still sharp as a tack. Maury Povich. Joy…
Should we still circumcise babies?
May 13, 2026
New data shows that less than half of American newborn boys are circumcised , a major decrease from around 90% in the 1960s. But how and why did circumcision become so common here in the United…
Why did Taylor Swift stop singing in a country accent?
May 06, 2026
On today’s episode, we’re tackling a question from a listener named Joel: Why do singers lose their accents when they sing? Our guest this week is New Yorker writer Kelefa Sanneh . In this…
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Does micromanaging actually work?
Apr 29, 2026
This week’s topic came from a listener who asked if micromanaging is a more productive work-style than a more “free range” approach. We talk about our own work experiences, and answer a few other…
Is recycling a complete scam? (PART 2)
Apr 22, 2026
Growing up, we were told to always recycle plastic to save the planet. But does recycling actually do anything? In this special two-part investigation, we explore the history of recycling, the rise…
Is recycling a complete scam? (PART 1)
Apr 22, 2026
Growing up, we were told to always recycle plastic to save the planet. But does recycling actually do anything? In this special two-part investigation, we explore the history of recycling, the rise…
Kids can’t read anymore. Does it matter? (with author Jason Reynolds)
Apr 15, 2026
Are we in the midst of a reading crisis? News outlets are constantly reporting on the death of reading . School test scores by measures like the “Nation’s Report Card” say math and literacy levels…
Eggs in the fridge, expired meds, loud sneezes, and more (Mailbag)
Apr 08, 2026
On today's episode of NO SUCH THING, Manny, Noah, and Devan, jump into the mailbag. Should you keep your eggs in the fridge? Why do some people sneeze so loudly? Where did we get the 24 hour day…
TINY CAMERAS!?! We found out what those customer satisfaction buttons actually do
Apr 01, 2026
This week we’re answering a question from a listener named Emma: What do those smiley-face customer-satisfaction buttons you see in airport bathrooms actually do? We track down the Finland-based…
Should athletes be allowed to bet on themselves?
Mar 25, 2026
Manny wrote a book and you can check it out here! It's called Colored People Time: A Case for (Casual) Rebellion, and it's a collection of essays about the ways that time wraps itself around our most…
Was Benjamin Franklin a fraud?
Mar 18, 2026
We know Benjamin Franklin as a founding father, crucial in the establishment of the United States, discoverer of electricity, kooky writer of almanacs, and inventor of much, much more. But is it…
Are dentists scamming us? We investigate
Mar 11, 2026
On today’s episode, we tackle a question we’ve all wondered: Are dentists scamming us? We dive into the dark history of dentistry, find out why dental insurance sucks, hear from someone who uncovered…
Why are there so many twin films?
Mar 04, 2026
On this week's episode, the boys chat with Chris and Lizzie, the hosts of the What Went Wrong podcast about why Hollywood produces so many "twin films," movies that have very similar concepts and…
Should the internet be a public utility?
Feb 25, 2026
Why is it such a hassle to deal with internet service providers? Spotty service, hidden price increases, and only one company servicing my neighborhood. Am I up against a local monopoly? And what’s…
Will AI take our jobs?
Feb 18, 2026
Is AI actually coming for your job? This week, we take a peek under the hood of autonomous AI tools. What they do well, where they still fall short, and how much we can expect them to improve in the…
Why do divorced guys act like that?
Feb 11, 2026
What happens to our brains and bodies after a breakup? Semafor media reporter and Mixed Signals co-host Max Tani joins the pod to unpack “Divorced Guy Energy,” from Justin Trudeau and Kanye West to…
Are outdoor cats happier than indoor cats?
Feb 04, 2026
This week, Kate Lindsay— ICYMI host , Embedded author, and proud cat lover—sits in for Manny, and we go deep on everything you’ve ever wanted to know about cats. Our expert this week is Dr. Mikel…
Can humans be cloned?
Jan 28, 2026
Why are there so many celebrity clone conspiracy theories? Is there really a Melania Trump body double? Have scientists actually tried to clone humans? And, how does cloning actually work? We hear…
Presenting Mind Games | The Guru’s Guru
Jan 21, 2026
We’ll be back next week. In the meantime, check out the first episode of a show we’re super excited about. Listen to Mind Games Check out our newsletter . Have a question you want us to answer? Email…
Should politicians be funny? (with Mike Birbiglia)
Jan 07, 2026
On today's episode, Manny, Noah, and Devan chat about the use of humor in politics. Using Gavin Newsom's recent mocking of Donald Trump as a jumping off point, the boys assess how effective humor can…
NST Picks: The best of 2025 (and our best arguments)
Dec 31, 2025
2025 is coming to a close, which means it’s time for our second annual end-of-year wrap-up. Here are our favorite music, movies, TV shows, and NST moments of the year. Head to nosuchthing.show where…
Do horses actually hate running? (Remastered)
Dec 24, 2025
Today, we're throwing a NST classic back in your feed. This time remastered. What if this ONE thing we’ve always been told about horses isn’t true at all? What if it’s a lie we’ve told ourselves so…
Does religion make you happier?
Dec 17, 2025
This week, the boys grapple with the big questions: Is there a God? What happens after you die? Does bowling make you happier than Catholic Mass? We speak to a researcher who’s studied health…
NST Hotline: B-list wedding invites, hallway storage, and more
Dec 10, 2025
On today's episode of NO SUCH THING, it's the NST Hotline. Listeners have called in to the show asking for advice, and the boys hand out some sage wisdom. Is it bad to send B-list wedding invites?…
Why do Tesla door handles suck? (Devan Design Week)
Dec 03, 2025
Welcome to Devan Design Week, a one-episode celebration of the stuff Devan cannot stand the design of. From Tesla’s confusing door handles, to microwaves with too many buttons, and sad modern…
Why can’t men find anything?
Nov 26, 2025
Why do men have so much trouble finding everyday items in their own homes? It’s a common sitcom trope, but is there actually something to it. This week, for the sake of the women in our lives, we dig…
Could you get away with murder?
Nov 19, 2025
Nearly half of homicide cases go unsolved in the US, and in today's episode, the boys try and get to the bottom of why that is. Joining NO SUCH THING this week are criminologist Dr. Brian Forst and…
Are you doing your laundry wrong?
Nov 12, 2025
By popular demand, we answered all of your laundry questions: Do you really need to separate lights from darks? How much detergent should you use? Are front-loading machines better than top-loading?…
How did celebrity rumors spread before social media?
Nov 05, 2025
For this week’s episode, we collaborated with Ryan Broderick and Grant Irving from Panic World to go deep on three middle school rumors. We’ll investigate the false rumor that Ciara announced she was…
How often do you actually need to shower?
Oct 29, 2025
For this episode, we make our way back into the bathroom as we go deep on showering. How often should you actually shower? What’s the proper way to do it? Do you actually need to wash your legs every…
