Stuff They Don't Want You To Know

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From UFOs to psychic powers and government cover-ups, history is riddled with unexplained events. You can turn back now or learn the Stuff They Don't Want You To Know ... an audio podcast from iHeartRadio.

2D AGO

Big Chicken: A Fowl Conspiracy

Chicken! It's one of the world's most popular food stuffs, and nowadays it's a global, multibillion dollar industry. But a dark side comes with all that success -- including problems that, one day, may threaten civilization as we know it. Join Ben, Matt and Noel as they explore the Stuff They Don't Want You To Know about Big Chicken. They don't want you to read our book.: https://static.macmillan.com/static/fib/stuff-you-should-read/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

1h 20m
3D AGO

CLASSIC: The Far-out World of Deep Fakes

For centuries, it was often understood that "seeing was believing" -- while people might embellish a story, and write whatever falsehoods they wished, visually witnessing an event was solid proof of what actually happened in any given situation. Yet this no longer holds true in the modern age. Photographs have been faked since, well, the invention of photography, and video followed shortly thereafter. However, new technology is enabling the creation of fake video with an unprecedented level of sophistication and believability. So what happens when we can no longer believe our own eyes? How will the world react to the rise of the Deep Fake? They don't want you to read our book.: https://static.macmillan.com/static/fib/stuff-you-should-read/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

1h 7m
4D AGO

What is the Disposition Matrix?

It's no secret that all powerful countries have used assassination as an aspect of statecraft. Yet in the wake of 9/11, the United States sought to bend — and, later, break — foundational principles of democracy in pursuit of a "Greater Good." In tonight's episode, Ben, Matt and Noel explore a conspiracy institutionalizing the practice of state-sponsored, targeted murder, asking: What is the Disposition Matrix?Would you know if you were on the list? They don't want you to read our book.: https://static.macmillan.com/static/fib/stuff-you-should-read/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

1h 8m
6D AGO

CLASSIC: What really happened to Amelia Earhart?

Amelia Earhart was a living legend -- this high-flying aviation pioneer garnered international acclaim and accolades for her daring flights across the planet. On July 2nd, 1937, midway through a flight around the world, Earhart's plane disappeared. Although she was declared legally dead on January 5th, 1939, theories about the true story of her disappearance linger in the public consciousness today. So what really happened to Amelia Earhart? Why do some people believe she didn't actually die on that fateful flight? They don't want you to read our book.: https://static.macmillan.com/static/fib/stuff-you-should-read/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

39 min
6D AGO

Strange News: Signal Leaks Worse than 23andMe, Bird Jokes, Japan Bans Moonies

Birds are fighting. A pilot loses a passport. Boeing scores a big win with a contract that will surely work out great. Let's hang out on Signal. All this and more in this week's strange news segment. They don't want you to read our book.: https://static.macmillan.com/static/fib/stuff-you-should-read/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

54 min
MAR 28

Interview: OBSCURUM, with Gabe Lenners

Beginning in 2019, locals in rural areas of Nebraska and Colorado were astonished to witness multiple mysterious lights and objects in the sky. Everyone agreed something was up there, but no one seemed to know what this stuff could be. In this interview segment, Ben, Matt and Noel welcome Gabe Lenners, the creator of OBSCURUM, to learn more about his continuing investigation into a "circus in the sky." They don't want you to read our book.: https://static.macmillan.com/static/fib/stuff-you-should-read/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

1h 8m
MAR 27

Listener Mail: The Piasa Bird, Bots and the Post Office, and Horoscopes for AI

The guys explore the legend of the mysterious Piasa Bird. A Conspiracy Realist at the US Post Office inspires an exploration of post-human automation. Uncle Sam writes in with thoughts on discovering a possible scientific basis behind astrology. The guys crack up reading infamous Australian town names. All this and more in this week's listener mail segment. They don't want you to read our book.: https://static.macmillan.com/static/fib/stuff-you-should-read/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

56 min
MAR 26

Why are so many spies getting busted?

Forget pretty much everything you've heard about James Bond. While loosely based on espionage tactics of yesteryear, actual human-based tradecraft is far less glamorous -- around the globe, intelligence organizations make long-term investments in games that run for decades, carefully cultivating assets with such secrecy that, true story, some folks genuinely don't know who they're working for. In recent years, an extraordinary amount of these individuals have been arrested, tortured, murdered, or simply... disappeared. So what's going on? Why are so many spies getting busted? Tonight, Ben, Matt and Noel aim to find out. They don't want you to read our book.: https://static.macmillan.com/static/fib/stuff-you-should-read/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

1h 10m

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Love the Show hate the ads

Mar 12

Utkstudent419

I really love this show and I find it to be lighthearted, but very informative. They take a balance approach when talking about a subject, and don’t fear into far off theories.. However, the intuit ad with the girl is very weird , slightly sexual, and extremely annoying. It’s very annoying when dozing off to sleep or enjoying the podcast to hear a loud family girl type voice suggesting you should use into it so that you can get more of her. Bizarre and very off putting.
Shame on you! Rape descriptions need a warning. What happened to yall? Disappointed.

Mar 26

EKBSOS

Long time listener- You CAN NOT give a graphic rape description without disclosing it. It made me so upset to hear about this form of rape AND as I’m falling asleep. I didn’t even know that was possible. Gross. Inappropriate and not expected from you. Shame on you for telling me about how these graphic rapes are performed - with the cuts and stds and aids. That’s what these guys shared. I’m not okay with this. So disappointed.
Disappointed

Mar 26

KCM79G

We’ve been listening to this podcast for a long time. In the beginning we really enjoyed it however recently a lot of random banter and the topic is barely touched. May try again down the road. Hopefully it turns around.
The drug ads

Mar 17

We_hate_roundabouts

If sure there’s a reason but not gonna lie, very off putting for long time listeners. Sorry guys
Authenticity questioned.

Mar 15

jaybiiih

I’ve been listening for years now and gotta say, these guys doing ozempic ads makes me think of them and their opinions differently
Astrology

Mar 13

Humhoney

Fun fact, the Regan admin relied heavy on it too!
Exceptional Podcast

Mar 11

Marcusjwells

Intelligent conversation around compelling stories from funnier-than-they-have-any-right-to-be gentlemen. The episodes never seem as long as the ticker.
Classic: Weather

Mar 12

toddkummer

SAD is not delightful to speak-it’s insensitive. You guys really should try practicing and spend less time searching for poor/choice words.
Long time listener

Mar 5

SPF76

I have listened to the podcast since 2017 but this is my first written review. I enjoy the banter along with the topics. Keep it up and thank you for your interested content!
I really want to like it

Mar 7

sarahgw3256

I just found your podcast. I really liked the topics. However, the episode I’m listening to now is insufferable. Why do we need a bunch of statistics and lists.I don’t need to know what % of India lives in large cities. I also don’t need you to explain to me that Europe and Asia are big vans diverse. Get over yourselves and talk about the topic you promised. The topic of the podcast is amazing and timely… but it’s done so much better on other podcasts

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iHeartPodcasts
Years Active

2013 - 2025
Episodes

1.8K
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Clean
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Stuff They Don't Want You To Know
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