Factoid Podcast

Chris Umphryes and Payton Gessel

Join Chris Umphryes and Payton Gessel as they share all of their useless knowledge with you every other Monday.

  1. MAR 23

    Saxophone Warfare/Medical Quackery

    Payton discovers the violent life behind the inventor of the saxophone. Chris unlocks a new fear when going to the doctor. They also discuss recent developments in dog cloning technology.

    31 min

  2. MAR 9

    Extreme Ironing/Kentucky Meat Shower

    Chris searches for new ways to intensify his household chores. Payton wishes meat would rain down in his backyard. They also discuss a performance from a miniature horse music therapist.

    31 min

  3. FEB 23

    Solar Voting/Double Rainbow Guy

    Payton uncovers how the sun interfered with a Belgian election. Chris honors the continued legacy of a famous meme. They also discuss a new Rubik's Cube world record.

    40 min

  4. FEB 9

    North Oaks Street View/Banana Railroad Fraud

    Chris finds the hardest town to document on Google Maps. Payton uncovers the elaborate schemes of New York City's strangest criminals. They also discuss Montenegro's Lazy Olympics. Check out the full video here⁠ from Chris The Producer about mapping North Oaks on Google Street View.

    56 min

  5. JAN 26

    Guy Goma BBC Interview/Madman Marcum

    Payton discovers the limits of “faking it until you make it.” Chris hears a compelling argument for the existence of time travel. They also discuss the Josh Fight.

    29 min

  6. JAN 12

    Government Cheese/Free State of Bottleneck

    Chris learns about the absurd surplus of cheese sitting in American caves. Payton visits a micronation. They also discuss a scientific explanation for grandmas.

    45 min

  7. JAN 5 ·  BONUS

    The Return

    We are returning from our hiatus and will start releasing episodes on a regular schedule beginning Monday, January 12. We're excited to be back!

    2 min

  8. 02/03/2025

    Birth of Hip Hop/Operation Flagship/T24 Festival

    Chris is out this week, so Payton is joined by guests Kenton Steiner and Mark Artrip. Mark names his Mount Rushmore of Hip Hop. Kenton finds a sweepstakes too good to be true. Payton discovers the master of tent-pitching. They also discuss the surprising origins of Wayne County, Ohio. Billboard's 50 Greatest Rappers of All Time The Best Rapper Alive, Every Year Since 1979

    1 hr
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Join Chris Umphryes and Payton Gessel as they share all of their useless knowledge with you every other Monday.

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  • Creator
    Chris Umphryes and Payton Gessel
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    57
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Chris Umphryes and Payton Gessel
  • Show Website
    Factoid Podcast