Part-Time Genius

Hosts Mongus Shatigler, Mary Phillips Sandy, and Dylan Fagan explore history’s most dramatic feuds, from the literary clash between Langston Hughes…

Hosts Will Pearson and Mangesh Hatikater explore the history and cultural significance of time capsules, from the Clinton administration’s millennium…

Host Mangesh Hatikular and guest Mary Philip Sandy explore nine eclectic flute facts, ranging from medieval "shame flutes" to the recorder’s educational history.

Hosts Will Pearson and Mangesh Hatikater explore the intelligence, adaptability, and history of rats, highlighting their rapid reproduction and cooperative behaviors.

Hosts Will Pearson and Mangesh Hatikader explore innovative climate resilience strategies, from reducing cow burps with seaweed to painting roofs white.

Hosts Will Pearson and Mangesh Hatikader explore nine bizarre global championships, ranging from Australia’s Tuna Rama toss to Wales’ bog snorkeling.

Hosts Will Pearson and Mangesh Hatikater explore the science and psychology of invisibility, featuring astronomer Bob Berman on invisible light and quantum observation.

Hosts Will Pearson and Mangesh Hatikader explore the science behind spicy foods, explaining how capsaicin tricks heat receptors and why humans enjoy the burn.

Hosts Will Pearson and Mangesh Hatikater explore how humble items like Belgian Saison beer, lobster, and squash evolved into elite status symbols.

Hosts Will Pearson and Mangesh Hatikater explore the history and culture of surfing, from early European accounts to Mark Twain’s failed attempts.

Hosts Will Pearson and Mangesh Hatikater explore the history of swimming pools, from ancient Indus Valley baths to the Venetian Pool in Florida.