Best Quick Animal Facts Podcasts (2024)

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Superb Lyrebirds: Professional Chainsaw Mimics 32:02

21h ago32:02

32:02

Join me on a wildlife adventure to learn about the Superb Lyrebird—the bird that can perfectly mimic a camera shutter, chainsaw, or train. Put on your hiking shoes and prepare for a journey to a forest in Australia. Whether you're looking to sleep, feeling a little anxious about something, or simply curious about these amazing creatures, this episo…

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274) Olympic Sports with the Most U.S. Medal Winners 1:12:48

1d ago1:12:48

1:12:48

What are the most decorated sports for U.S. athletes at the Olympic Games? Join Dr. Buster and Nick Emel put their (non-existent) Olympic knowledge to the test as they count down the Top 15 Olympic Sports with the most U.S.-won Olympic Medals. PLUS… the history of the Olympics, the “Shadow Olympics,” fun facts and trivia about the Olympics, countri…

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You're The Reason Our Kids Are Ugly 1:07:44

3d ago1:07:44

1:07:44

The witches get you in stitches in this episode about funny songs with even funnier titles. Does country music take the crown for the silliest word play? Find out now with Shelley, Lysa and Darryl!

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THE TINY 10ISH #10: Companies That Spend the Most on Advertising 14:27

18m ago14:27

14:27

Welcome to THE TINY 10ISH, a new micropodcast by 10ish Podcast! The Tiny 10ish features Nick Emel going over a Top 10ish List in short order, along with fun facts and trivia—all in 10 minutes or less per episode. On this edition of The Tiny 10ish, Nick reveals the Top 10 Companies That Spend the Most Money on Advertising, according to a 2022 report…

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Spotted Salamander: Decorated and Dangerous 33:08

6d ago33:08

33:08

Join me on a wildlife adventure to learn about the Spotted Salamander—a decorated and fearsome predator. Put on your hiking shoes and prepare for a journey to a forest in Eastern Canada. Whether you're looking to sleep, feeling a little anxious about something, or simply curious about these amazing creatures, this episode is sure to provide a calmi…

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273) Most Corrupt Countries in the World 59:20

2d ago59:20

59:20

Which country’s government is the most corrupted of them all? Join Nick Emel and Alex Johns on this depressing yet fascinating global journey as we reveal the Corruption Perceptions Index’s Top 10 Most Corrupt Countries in the World (ranked by their perceived levels of public sector corruption). PLUS… what makes these countries so corrupt?, corrupt…

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What's My Age Again? 1:08:29

10d ago1:08:29

1:08:29

Boomers say the darndest things in this sincere and sweet episode about the 70 and older crowd. When given an (admittedly goofy) questionnaire, our sage elders spill the beans and share their hearts. And now, Shelley, Lysa, and Darryl!

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272) Funniest People of All Time 1:17:51

9d ago1:17:51

1:17:51

Who is the funniest person in modern history? Over 1.3 million votes were cast on Ranker.com to determine the Top 10 Funniest People of All Time. Join Nick Emel and his lifelong friend, Kent Smith, in counting down the list. PLUS… fun facts and trivia about each comedian/actor, the history of comedy, favorite comedy movies, old comedy vs. new comed…

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One Is The Loneliest Number 55:07

17d ago55:07

55:07

It is lonely at the top (ask the witches, they know). Find out a bunch of surprising number ones in this Bad Witch fueled quiz show! And now, Lysa, Shelley and Darryl!

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Horseshoe Crabs: Ancients Among Us 24:41

15d ago24:41

24:41

Join me on a wildlife adventure to learn about the Horseshoe Crab—an animal more related to spiders than to crabs. Put on your beach clothes and prepare for a journey to a beach on the Gulf Coast. Whether you're looking to sleep, feeling a little anxious about something, or simply curious about these amazing creatures, this episode is sure to provi…

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Mosquito: The Most Dangerous Animal on Earth 20:22

19d ago20:22

20:22

Join me on a wildlife adventure to learn about the Mosquito—the most dangerous animal (to humans) on earth. Put on a long sleeve shirt, and prepare for a journey to almost every backyard in the world. Whether you're looking to sleep, feeling a little anxious about something, or simply curious about these amazing creatures, this episode is sure to p…

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271) NASA's Most Expensive Programs 1:26:04

18d ago1:26:04

1:26:04

The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) is always working on something neat, from landing men on the moon, to looking back billions of years through space time with amazing telescopes. On this episode, Nick Emel invites fellow space nerd, Steven Clark, onto the show to discuss the Top 10 Most Expensive NASA Programs to date – inclu…

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It's My Life 1:11:47

24d ago1:11:47

1:11:47

Reality Shows generally have very little to do with reality, but the witches "what if" on which reality shows they would excel at, suck at, and surprise you with pitches for new shows! And now, Lysa, Shelley and Darryl!

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TONIGHT: 10ish Pod LIVE on YouTube 0:41

23d ago0:41

0:41

Join Nick Emel, Dr. Buster, Alex Johns, and Steven Clark for a special LIVE stream tonight on YouTube! Thursday, Aug. 8, 9 PM EST / 8 PM CST / 6 PM PST https://youtube.com/live/hexsUHaSce4 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy 10ish Podcast

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Oarfish: Giant ”Sea Serpents” 20:44

28d ago20:44

20:44

Join me on a wildlife adventure to learn about the Oarfish—the likely inspiration to stories of dreaded sea serpents. Strap on some flippers and a wet suit, and prepare for a journey to the Atlantic Ocean. Whether you're looking to sleep, feeling a little anxious about something, or simply curious about these amazing creatures, this episode is sure…

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270) Most Visited National Parks in America 1:08:34

25d ago1:08:34

1:08:34

Yellowstone. Grand Canyon. Arches. Which national park has more visitors per year than any other? Join Nick Emel and Dr. Buster on a road trip through the U.S.A. to marvel at the beauty and wonder of the Top 10 Most Visited National Parks in America, according to the National Park Service. PLUS… the history of national parks in America, fun facts a…

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Misunderstanding 50:37

1M ago50:37

50:37

There must be some kind of mistake! Surely you didn't mean...well, let's enjoy some bloopers with some well-meaning boneheads on this silly episode about misunderstandings. And now, Shelley, Lysa and Darryl!

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THE TINY 10ISH #9: Countries With the Highest Life Expectancy 15:08

26d ago15:08

15:08

Welcome to THE TINY 10ISH, a new micropodcast by 10ish Podcast! The Tiny 10ish features Nick Emel going over a Top 10ish List in short order, along with fun facts and trivia—all in 10 minutes or less per episode. On this edition of The Tiny 10ish, Nick reveals the Top 10 Countries With the Highest Life Expectancy, according to a 2023 report by the …

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Chimera (Patreon Episode — On Vacation) 11:19

1M ago11:19

11:19

I hope you enjoy one of the many exclusive episodes available on Patreon—the Chimera. I'm just wrapping up a vacation so was not able to record a completely new episode, that will resume as normal on the next episode. I hope you enjoy this little episode about the lion-goat-serpent from Greek mythology. New episodes every Tuesday and Friday!…

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“BEST OF” 2-PACK: Most Popular Fruits + Most Consumed Animal Meats 2:19:20

1M ago2:19:20

2:19:20

We hope you’re hungry! It’s time to set the table for this new “BEST OF” 2-PACK! First, Nick and the late great Brandon Coffman get fruity as they reveal and discuss the Top 10 Most Popular Fruits Worldwide (Episode 134). Then, immediately following that, Nick and the meaty Dr. Buster break down the Top 10 Most Consumed Animal Meats (Episode 173). …

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Good Day Sunshine 1:07:23

1M ago1:07:23

1:07:23

Open your eyes, ears and pretty little hearts to this happy episode about positivity. It's so sweet, you might lose a tooth. And now, filled with love and light, Shelley, Lysa and Darryl!

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Pygmy Marmoset: Earth’s Smallest Primate 23:18

1M ago23:18

23:18

Join me on a wildlife adventure to learn about the Pygmy Marmoset—the smallest primate on planet earth. Strap on some hiking shoes, and prepare for a journey to a South American Jungle. Whether you're looking to sleep, feeling a little anxious about something, or simply curious about these amazing creatures, this episode is sure to provide a calmin…

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“BEST OF” 2-PACK: Most Disaster-Prone States + Upcoming Natural Disasters 2:27:56

1M ago2:27:56

2:27:56

In this 10ish Podcast "BEST OF" 2-Pack, join Nick Emel and the disastrous Brad Choma on this trip down death-and-dismemberment memory lane as they relive (re-die?) two of our most downloaded episodes from the archives. First, Nick guesses the Top 10 Most Disaster-Prone States in America (Episode 164). Then, immediately following that, Brad guesses …

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Think Twice 51:14

2M ago51:14

51:14

Sometimes you are faced with two unsavory choices - gross and grosser. Join the witches in this disgusting game show episode where the stakes are high and the level of dignity and class are low. And now, Lysa, Shelley, and Darryl!

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Bombardier Beetles: Insect Chemists 19:27

2M ago19:27

19:27

Join me on a wildlife adventure to learn about the Bombardier Beetle—the chemists of the animal world. Strap on some hiking shoes, and prepare for a journey to a damp forest in Australia. Whether you're looking to sleep, feeling a little anxious about something, or simply curious about these amazing creatures, this episode is sure to provide a calm…

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269) Most Populous Animals on Earth 1:34:56

2M ago1:34:56

1:34:56

Have you ever wondered which type of animal is most plentiful on Earth? Well, wonder no more, nerd! On this episode, animal expert Ellen Weatherford returns to guess the Top 10 Most Populous Animals on Earth, ranked by latest population estimates. PLUS...fun facts and trivia about each animal, what leads to huge populations, animal industrializatio…

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That's Life 1:15:14

2M ago1:15:14

1:15:14

Who taught you how to be a functional adult and how? Some of you may still have some work to do. Join the wacky witches as they ruminate on the topic of life skills and how to acquire them. And now, Shelley, Lysa, and Darryl!

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Naked Mole Rat: Neither Mole Nor Rat 28:38

2M ago28:38

28:38

Join me on a wildlife adventure to learn about the Naked Mole Rat—an animal that is neither mole nor rat. Strap on some shoes you don't mind getting dirty, and prepare for a journey to an East African Desert. Whether you're looking to sleep, feeling a little anxious about something, or simply curious about these amazing creatures, this episode is s…

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268) Most Sugary Chocolate Candy Bars 1:11:29

2M ago1:11:29

1:11:29

Hershey. Snickers. Twix. Which chocolate bar has the most sugar? On this episode, candy expert Daniel Zafran returns to test Nick Emel’s chocolate candy knowledge with the Top 10 Most Sugary Chocolate Candy Bars, ranked by total grams of sugar in a single serving. PLUS... the history behind each candy bar, chocolate vs. non-chocolate candy, how sug…

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Turning Japanese Re-Run 51:17

2M ago51:17

51:17

The witches are on a summer sabbatical, so please enjoy this often requested throwback and buckle up for a new episode filled with hi-jinx next week. And now, Lysa, Darryl and Shelley!

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Volcano Snail: The Most Metal Snail 27:54

2M ago27:54

27:54

Join me on a wildlife adventure to learn about the Volcano Snail—the scaly-foot gastropod. Strap on some volcano-resistant shoes(?), and prepare for a journey to a hydrothermal vent field in the Indian Ocean. Whether you're looking to sleep, feeling a little anxious about something, or simply curious about these amazing creatures, this episode is s…

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267) Most Common Slang Words & Phrases Today 51:51

2M ago51:51

51:51

If you’re ready for a bussin’ new episode of 10ish Podcast, look no further. This one is straight fire, no cap. Returning guest Sidekick Host, Josh Schell from Reddit on Wiki, is finna’ put his Gen-Z pants on to guess what slang words and phrases American teens use most today, according to a survey of thousands of American parents. PLUS... the orig…

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We Didn't Start The Fire 1:17:21

2M ago1:17:21

1:17:21

A film or a video based on facts Can sometimes tell lies Well, I guess that tracks This is how we learn now But it ain't always history Talking documentaries Help unpack the mystery And now, Shelley, Lysa and Darryl!

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THE TINY 10ISH #8: Most Forgettable States in America 15:00

2M ago15:00

15:00

Welcome to THE TINY 10ISH, a new micropodcast by 10ish Podcast! The Tiny 10ish features Nick Emel going over a Top 10ish List in short order, along with fun facts and trivia—all in 10 minutes or less per episode. On this edition of The Tiny 10ish, Nick reveals the Top 10 Most Forgettable States in America, as determined by Sporcle's "Can You Name A…

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266) Careers Most Likely to be Replaced by A.I. 57:02

2M ago57:02

57:02

Is your career safe from the A.I. revolution? Find out on this episode, where Nick Emel and Alex Johns reveal and discuss the Top 10 Careers Most Likely to be Replaced by Artificial Intelligence.... according to A.I.! PLUS... what makes each job expendable, a future society where humans are no longer needed to work, economic impacts of A.I., self-c…

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Smooth Criminal 1:23:00

2M ago1:23:00

1:23:00

Fans of true crime, it doesn't get any truer than this: a very special interview episode with Criminal Justice professor Stacey Hervey! Some of you may know her from Colorado True Crime Book Club and Trivia at Spirit Hound. Give it up for this fascinating lady who has true tales to tell! And now, Shelley, Lysa and Darryl!…

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Kākāpō: The Strangest Parrot on Earth 37:11

2M ago37:11

37:11

Join me on a wildlife adventure to learn about the Kākāpō—the world's heaviest, flightless, nocturnal, jumping parrot. What. Strap on some hiking shoes, and prepare for a journey to a forest in New Zealand. Whether you're looking to sleep, feeling a little anxious about something, or simply curious about these amazing creatures, this episode is sur…

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By-the-Wind Sailor: Forbidden Jello 26:08

3M ago26:08

26:08

Join me on a wildlife adventure to learn about the By-the-Wind Sailor—the forbidden jello. Strap on shoes you don't mind getting wet, and prepare for a journey to the Pacific Ocean. Whether you're looking to sleep, feeling a little anxious about something, or simply curious about these amazing creatures, this episode is sure to provide a calming es…

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