Go Fact Yourself

Twice a month, host J. Keith van Straaten and co-host Helen Hong quiz the smartest celebrities they know to find out why they love what they love! Recorded before a live audience in downtown Los Angeles, this game show features comedians, actors, and musicians answering arcane questions on topics they claim to be experts in. But don't worry; if they slip up, there are real experts on hand to give us the facts!

Go Fact Yourself is a comedy podcast hosted by MaximumFun.org, with 247 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

MaximumFun.org hosts Go Fact Yourself, a comedy show with 247 episodes published.

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  Episode #202

  Ep. 202: Laci Mosely & Adam Arkin

  Oct 2, 20261h 8m

  This trivia is no rip-off on Go Fact Yourself ! Laci Mosely is the creator of “ Scam Goddess ” where she breaks down various cons and grifts from over the years. It started as an audio podcast and has now become a book, a TV show and a YouTube series. She’ll tell us about the expansion of her work and why she believes some scams can actually be good. Adam Arkin is a director and actor, perhaps best known for his years as a doctor on “Chicago Med.” He’ll tell us how shooting on-location led to some really cool Chicago-based opportunities. Adam’s latest work “American Hostage” is available now.  Areas of Expertise: Laci: “Love Island USA” season 8, Beyoncé, and all the ways AI has tricked consumers, business, celebrities, venture capitalists and investors.  Adam: Stanley Kubrick movies, Japanese foods (especially sushi), and drums and percussion.  What’s the Difference: Comic Con What’s the difference between a comic book and a graphic novel? What’s the difference between a conference and a convention? With Guest Experts: Dr. Safiya Noble : Director of the Center on Resilience & Digital Justice and Co-Director of the Minderoo Initiative on Tech & Power at UCLA   Chef Derek Wilcox : First and only westerner to finish a seven-year apprenticeship at a traditional Japanese Kaiseke Restaurant. Hosts:  J. Keith van Straaten Helen Hong Credits: Theme Song by Jonathan Green. Co-Producer and Editor is Julian Burrell . Additional editing by Valerie Moffat . Seeing our next live-audience shows by YOU! It’s always a good time to go to maximumfun.org/joingofact to support this show and get monthly bonus episodes. Help support this show and unlock bonus content! Become a member at https://maximumfun.org/joingofact

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  Episode #201

  Ep. 201: Maitreyi Ramakrishnan & Allan Havey

  Sep 18, 20261h 6m

  The titans of trivia attack on Go Fact Yourself ! Maitreyi Ramakrishnan earned a lot of fans for her starring role as Devi in the Netflix series “Never Have I Ever.” But it took her years before she finally got to hear from those fans. She’ll explain that, plus how she trained for her new Netflix movie, Best of the Best .  Allan Havey is known for his roles as a tough boss on “Mad Men” and “The Paper.” In real life, he’s someone who cares deeply about helping the next generation of show business. He demonstrates that in his YouTube series that provides advice for stand-up comedians. Areas of Expertise: Allan: The Beatles’ White Album, the movie The 39 Steps, and the NFL Miami Dolphins. Maitreyi: The Animal Crossing videogame series, the TV show “Attack on Titan” (the American Dub), and crocheting.  What’s the Difference: Keep It in Your Pants What’s the difference between pants and trousers? What’s the difference between being abstinent and celibate? With Guest Experts: Jessie James Grelle , Bryce Papenbrook , and Lauren Landa : Voice actors whose careers include voicing lead characters in the anime “Attack on Titan.” Marv Fleming and Larry Little : NFL legends and members of the 1972 Miami Dolphins who were undefeated Super Bowl Champions. Hosts:  J. Keith van Straaten Helen Hong Credits: Theme Song by Jonathan Green. Co-Producer and Editor is Julian Burrell . Additional editing by Valerie Moffat . Seeing our next live-audience shows by YOU! It’s always a good time to go to maximumfun.org/joingofact to support this show and get monthly bonus episodes. Help support this show and unlock bonus content! Become a member at https://maximumfun.org/joingofact

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  Episode #200

  Ep. 200: Dana Gould & Roz Hernandez

  Sep 4, 20261h 9m

  Launch into a planet of trivia on Go Fact Yourself ! Dana Gould is the creator of “Stan Against Evil,” a show known for its colorful dialogue. He’ll tell us how he pulled some of that dialogue directly from his family. Roz Hernandez is a comedian who explores allegedly-haunted locations for her YouTube channel. She’s even found a way to integrate that into her dating life. She’ll explain. Areas of Expertise: Dana: The 1960s, the TV show “Twin Peaks”, and all things Planet of the Apes Roz: The movie Showgirls, John Waters movies, and the Byron Noem Crossdressing scandal. What’s the Difference: Freedom of the Press What’s the difference between free diving and skin diving? What’s the difference between pressing and ironing? With Guest Experts: Lou Wagner : Award-winning actor, whose film work includes playing Lucius in Planet of the Apes. Mink Stole : Award-winning actor whose career includes appearances in every feature film by John Waters.  Hosts:  J. Keith van Straaten Helen Hong Credits: Theme Song by Jonathan Green. Co-Producer and Editor is Julian Burrell . Additional editing by Valerie Moffat . Seeing our next live-audience shows by YOU! It’s always a good time to go to maximumfun.org/joingofact to support this show and get monthly bonus episodes. Help support this show and unlock bonus content! Become a member at https://maximumfun.org/joingofact

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  Episode #199

  Ep. 199: Nico Santos & Jemele Hill

  Aug 21, 20261h 4m

  It’s time to Go-Go Trivia with Go- Go Fact Yourself ! Nico Santos is an actor who appeared in movies like Crazy Rich Asians and Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3. His big break was a major role as Mateo on the show “Superstore.” He’ll tell us about how his first time on set made him realize that he had a lot to learn. Jemele Hill is an Emmy-winning journalist who’s a contributing writer to The Atlantic . A former host on ESPN, she continues to talk sports in her current work. And when it comes time to be a fan, she has a unique way of choosing who to root for. She’ll explain. Areas of Expertise: Nico: 1980s cartoon theme songs, the movie The Birdcage, and designer hand bags. Jemele: 1990s R&B, the TV show “A Different World” (the Debbie Allen years), and Detroit history. What’s the Difference: Pipes What’s the difference between a pipe and tube? What’s the difference between a plumber and pipefitter? With Guest Experts: Charnele Brown : Producer and actor who played Kimberly on “A Different World.” Shuki Levy : Musician and songwriter, whose hundreds of theme songs include “Inspector Gadget,” “He-Man,” and “Power Rangers.” Hosts: J. Keith van Straaten Helen Hong Credits: Theme Song by Jonathan Green. Maximum Fun's Senior Producer is Laura Swisher. Co-Producer and Editor is Julian Burrell . Additional editing by Valerie Moffat . Seeing our next live-audience shows by YOU! It’s always a good time to go to maximumfun.org/joingofact to support this show and get monthly bonus episodes. Help support this show and unlock bonus content! Become a member at https://maximumfun.org/joingofact

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  Episode #198

  Ep. 198: Jay Chandrasekhar & Kira Kosarin

  Aug 7, 20261h 12m

  It’s some super trivia – on Go Fact Yourself ! Jay Chandrasekhar is an actor and director, known for his work in the Super Troopers movies. How does he get in character 25 years after the original film? He says it all comes down to facial hair. Super Troopers 3 is now in theaters. Kira Kosarin has been part of Nickelodeon’s “The Thundermans” since she was 14 years old. Now the series is back with a reboot, which means she’s playing the grown-up version of the character she played years ago. Areas of Expertise: Jay: Golf movies, the perfect golf putt, and the history of the Chicago Cubs Kira: Body building terminology, pop music girlies of the 2010s, and the 2006 gymnastics movie Stick It. What’s the Difference: Gerry Springer What’s the difference between gerrymandering and redistricting? What’s the difference between a spring roll and an egg roll? With Guest Experts: Trevor Cahill : Retired MLB player who won a championship with the Chicago Cubs in 2016. Jessica Bendinger : Writer and director whose career includes the movie Stick It. Vanessa Lengies : Actor who played the role of Joanne in Stick It. Hosts: J. Keith van Straaten Helen Hong Credits: Theme Song by Jonathan Green. Maximum Fun's Senior Producer is Laura Swisher. Co-Producer and Editor is Julian Burrell . Additional editing by Valerie Moffat . Seeing our next live-audience shows by YOU! It’s always a good time to go to maximumfun.org/joingofact to support this show and get monthly bonus episodes. Help support this show and unlock bonus content! Become a member at https://maximumfun.org/joingofact

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