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True Stories #446 - Chit Chat

2026/01/21

AI is a billions-of-dollars business, but without realizing it, everyday users are making ChatGPT even more expensive! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-stories-with-seth-andrews--5621867/support.

True Stories #445 - Maxed Out

2026/01/19

The 1970s and 80s saw rise of two home video giants: Sony Betamax and VHS. Why did one side win as the other waned? Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-stories-with-seth-andrews--5621867/support.

True Stories #444 - The Sniff Test

2025/12/31

Explosives-detection dogs save lives. But on a March day in 2016, a dog training exercise failed the sniff test. (Relax. The dogs are fine.) Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-stories-with-seth-andrews--5621867/support.

True Stories #443 - Sergeant Stubby

2025/12/29

Stubby was a brave guy with a funny name. During the first world war, he would save lives and make history. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-stories-with-seth-andrews--5621867/support.

True Stories #442 - Make Me a Sandwich!

2025/12/26

Young arctic skier Jade Hameister was insulted by online sexists after her 2016 trek to the North Pole. Her response to the bigots was legendary. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-stories-with-seth-andrews--5621867/support.

True Stories #441 - Let's Do Lunch

2025/12/24

In the 1940s, the United States government began its public school lunch program. But were its motives all that noble? Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-stories-with-seth-andrews--5621867/support.

True Stories #440 - A Pug's Life

2025/12/22

In the 18th Century, a secret group of masons created a society themed around one of the planet's most popular dogs. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-stories-with-seth-andrews--5621867/support.

True Stories #439 - The Wrestler

2025/12/19

A 22-year-old scrapper in New Salem, Illinois was known as "The Grand Wrestler." His story became a famous piece of history. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-stories-with-seth-andrews--5621867/support.

True Stories #438 - "Abnormal"

2025/12/17

For centuries, the Catholic Church (and others) were terrified of a human attribute that's about as threatening as a pet kitten. Here's the story. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-stories-with-seth-andrews--5621867/support.

True Stories #437 - The Sleeping Giant

2025/12/15

Jean Ferré suffered from gigantism. When he died, his wish to be cremated became a logistical nightmare. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-stories-with-seth-andrews--5621867/support.

True Stories #436 - Quick Release

2025/12/10

Peter Roberts invented a quick-release socket wrench. He then went to war with Sears over his creation. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-stories-with-seth-andrews--5621867/support.

True Stories #435 - Sawing Logs

2025/12/08

Tab Babbitt watched lumbermen literally breaking their backs on the whipsaw and thought, "There must be a better way." Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-stories-with-seth-andrews--5621867/support.

True Stories #434 - A Stranger in the Night

2025/12/03

For decades, every January 19th, a mysterious figure walked the Westminster Hall and Burying Ground in Baltimore, Maryland. Who was this person? Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-stories-with-seth-andrews--5621867/support.

True Stories #433 - A "Bright Kid"

2025/12/01

Sabrina Gonzalez Pasterski was smart. Yet MIT almost blocked her at the door. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-stories-with-seth-andrews--5621867/support.

True Stories #432 - The Tempermental Musician

2025/11/24

John's talent got him a job. His temper got him jailed. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-stories-with-seth-andrews--5621867/support.

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4.8 out of 5

232 reviews

Anjadoodle 2025/06/22

One of the best short podcasts in existence

I am listening to the latest (last will & testament) episode. I recently photocopied a color image of an ouija board to send to my (fundamentalist Chr...

85040311b1/4 2025/07/20

Jewish

This guy sounds like the typical Satan worshipping jew.

Randal 1951 2025/05/16

Miss the program

What happened? Was hoping just a hiatus, but I’m seeing no new episodes. Please come back.

Dr George 2024/05/13

A must listen

A fan of Seth’s for many years. This is a very informative and entertaining podcast. I look forward to each episode. I recommend giving it a try, I su...

Kool Rain 2024/03/30

True Stories

We listen to podcast when going on drives. Sadly I hear charges per story. Decision to make. Thank you for research and authenticity

nickanderhoey 2024/01/12

Wonderful!

Great podcast, Seth!

Sunshine Scribe 2023/12/23

Perfect length

I love that this podcast does not over-tell the story, keeping it short and sweet.

Na'ilarey 2023/12/13

A walk down memoy lane

When I was a kid, I spent a lot of time with my dad. I rode along with my dad on his side job as a handyman in his truck. We listened to a lot of radi...

T Leighton 2023/09/05

This is the Truth!

This show will be a hit for many years to come. It has filled the void left after Paul Harvey’s “Rest of the Story”.

Vanoel21 2023/08/15

Fascinating Stories I Look Forward To

I really enjoy your stories and your style. If you take requests, can you tell about when Sweden switched driving sides of the road? I heard about thi...

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