
Every week, Ken Jennings and John Roderick add a new entry to the OMNIBUS, an encyclopedic reference work of strange-but-true stories that they are compiling as a time capsule for future generations.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 693 | Founded | 8 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Society & CultureHistory | |||

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Long time fan of John, Ken, and the Omnibus. I was pleasantly surprised at how good the guest host episodes have been. Very good and John does a great job getting people comfortable and easing in to the show. That said, great to hear (and see) Ken back on Grit. Kudos on the transition.
Generally a good listen, but less live episodes please, not a fan of them for any podcast
Learn something fun by very smart people via a conversation and they have fun. Ken and John are awesome🤙
The diversions on this show are sometimes more fun than the stated topic of the show.
It’s definitely 5 stars but I just wish that at some point they would talk about my real interests: unique transportation vehicles, religious cults from the 1800s (preferably in upstate NY) or backpacking across Europe.
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A unique blend of humor and education is central to the content, as the hosts explore a wide range of topics that often touch on obscure historical events, cultural phenomena, and fascinating trivia. Each episode invites listeners to an exploratory journey through strange and true stories, sometimes merging anecdotes from the hosts' lives with wider societal reflections. Notable themes include examinations of figures like Jack Kirby, lighter takes on historical events, and discussions surrounding everyday topics such as marketing phenomena and technological innovations. This format not only informs but also entertains, making it likely appealing to those who appreciate both comedy and knowledge.
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