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The Big Fib is a weekly game show for kids and families where kids use their brains to tell what’s true from what’s false.

Each week, a kid interviews two experts in a particular topic, one of which is a genuine, credentialed expert, the other a liar. Hilarious and fast-paced, the show teaches kids to ask insightful questions, weigh the evidence before them, and trust their guts.

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PublishesWeeklyEpisodes332Founded8 years ago
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Latest Episodes

Happy BIG FIBuary! We’re releasing two episodes a week all month to celebrate!

This week on The Big Fib we’re taking an exclusive episode of Wacky Khakis out from behind the GZM Family subscriber paywall to figure out who's lying about Monopoly.

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This week on The Big Fib we find out if our child contestant can spot which adult expert is fibbing about VISION.

What vision do you have if your eye is shaped like a football? Why do we look upside down in the reflection of a spoon? What kind of ey... more

This week on The Big Fib we find out if our child contestant can spot which adult expert is fibbing about MOUNTAINS.

Who is the first woman to climb Mt. Everest? What is the longest mountain range on land? What is the name of the biggest mountain in... more

This week on The Big Fib we find out if our child contestant can spot which adult expert is fibbing about KANGAROOS.

Which type of Kangaroos is the most common in Australia? Fact or Fib: Kangaroos can not walk backwards. How high can a kangaroo jump... more

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Recent Guests

Stella Wisham
An alpine researcher and conservationist with the International Climbing and Mountaineering Federation
International Climbing and Mountaineering Federation
Episode: Find out what facts peak your interest about MOUNTAINS?
Roger Fu
A geologist who studies rocks, especially those on mountains
Episode: Find out what facts peak your interest about MOUNTAINS?
Juliet Finern
A 10-year-old Lego fanatic
Episode: Can you find the liar who tells roo-markable fibs about KANGAROOS?
Grace English
Men's clothing designer and personal tailor
Episode: Can you find the liar liar pants on fire who lies about PANTS?
Vincent DePaul
International model and former fit model for Tommy Hilfiger
Episode: Can you find the liar liar pants on fire who lies about PANTS?
Todd Salas
Hollywood reindeer wrangler
Mike's Movie Menagerie
Episode: Can you rein in all the lies about REINDEER?
Sarah Barkelo
Animal caretaker up in Alaska overseeing a herd of reindeer
University of Alaska Fairbanks
Episode: Can you rein in all the lies about REINDEER?
John Griffith
Science communicator who specializes in Arctic research education.
Cooperative Institute for Research and Environmental Sciences, University of Colorado Boulder
Episode: Can you find all the ice-cold lies about the ARCTIC?
Elise Haugen
Owner of an Arctic tour company based in Tromsø, Norway.
Unspecified Arctic tour company
Episode: Can you find all the ice-cold lies about the ARCTIC?

Host

Deborah Goldstein
Host of the game show, leading engaging discussions with contestants and experts while incorporating humor and educational content.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 7.8k ratings
  • Great

    I would probably rate this a 3 but I love Lisa PS come on guys Bob wants to explore but wasn't it jimmy so let's change it to jimmy 🤠also I liked it better when It was called pants on fire

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Thatoneguy6741
    United States21 days ago
  • 1M/10

    Best podcast ever.I pretty much have listened to every single one. I listen every night before bed. L.I.S.A can you find the sound of an airplane taking off? an episode about technology or something like that would be cool! Also why do you keep reposting😡

    (I solved the infinite madness level)

    ⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️

    Spot the difference

    Easy😃😃😃😃😃😃😃😃😃😃😃😃😃😃😃😃😃😃😃😃😃😃😃😃🙃😃😃😃😃😃😃😃😃😃😃😃

    Medium😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁�... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The account used to work
    United States23 days ago
  • Funny and Nice (FAN)

    Great podcast, and also I don’t know where the suggestions are, but could you do an episode on Pokémon? Or maybe Newspapers? Thanks!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    presidentstopsign
    Taiwan23 days ago
  • This is great!

    Honestly this is a great podcast before bed, background sounds, I love it! Lisa just makes my day sometimes! I shame anyone who writes one star reviews, or zero!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    L.A.P 😝
    United States24 days ago
  • The expert is wrong

    I just finished the Axolotl episode and I looked up what the closest relative is and google said it was a salamander not a frog HE IS Wrong he tricked her it’s not fair she said the CLOSEST RELATIVE NOT CLOSER THAN A MOUSE OR ANOTHER MAMAL NOT FAIR🤬🤬🤬🤬🤬😡😡😡😡😡😡😡😡😐😐😐😤😤😤😤😤😤🤨🤨🤨🤨🤨🤨☹️☹️☹️☹️☹️☹️👎🏻👎🏻👎🏻👎🏻👎🏻👎🏻👎🏻👎🏻👎🏻 But also I still love this show

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Brody 77888
    United States24 days ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners commend the show for its entertaining and educational format, praising the ability to engage young audiences while tackling serious topics with humor.
The interactive nature of the show is often highlighted positively, as it encourages kids to think critically and ask questions.
Some feedback mentions a desire for even more diverse topics and expert guests, as well as suggestions for specific episode themes.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#8
United States/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#48
United States/Leisure
Apple Podcasts
#9
Canada/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#49
United Kingdom/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#73
Canada/Leisure
Apple Podcasts
#165
United Kingdom/Leisure

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Can you find the liar who tells roo-markable fibs about KANGAROOS?
Q: What made you want to study or work with kangaroos?
Anya mentioned that kangaroos are often overpopulated and considered pests in Australia, and she wants to change the perception of them resulting from their intelligence.
Can you find the liar who tells roo-markable fibs about KANGAROOS?
Q: Can you describe a typical day at your job?
Nathan shared that his day includes preparing diets for the animals, inspecting their health, and cleaning their shelters.
Find out what facts peak your interest about MOUNTAINS?
Q: What is the scariest thing that happened at your job?
Stella shared a story about a moose charging into her camp, while Roger recounted a tense moment when a field assistant went missing.
Find out what facts peak your interest about MOUNTAINS?
Q: What does your normal workday look like?
Stella spends a lot of time doing outreach and research on mountain ecosystems, while Roger balances lab work and fieldwork to sample rocks.
Can you find the liar liar pants on fire who lies about PANTS?
Q: Can you describe a normal day at your job?
Grace describes her day working from home, focusing on sustainable clothing and special orders.

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What is The Big Fib about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Engaging and entertaining, this weekly game show is designed specifically for kids and families, showcasing a vibrant format where children play a crucial role in discerning truth from lies. Each episode features a young contestant interviewing two experts on a specific topic, one of whom is a genuine specialist while the other poses as an imposter. The lively discussions cover a wide range of subjects, from amusement parks and turkeys to eels and axolotls, blending humor and educational content. The format encourages critical thinking and fosters a fun atmosphere where children learn to question and decide what is true in a world full of misinformation.

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The Big Fib launched 8 years ago and published 332 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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What guests have appeared on The Big Fib?

Recent guests on The Big Fib include:

1. Stella Wisham
2. Roger Fu
3. Juliet Finern
4. Grace English
5. Vincent DePaul
6. Todd Salas
7. Sarah Barkelo
8. John Griffith

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