Go Fact Yourself

This episode of Go Fact Yourself is a real thriller! Join comedian and TV host Loni Love and social media star (and “Your Korean Dad”) Nick Cho as they answer trivia about heroes and kings.

Transcribed - Published: 19 December 2025

Set sail for trivia on Go Fact Yourself! Christine Lakin (of “Step By Step”) takes on Crooked Media co-founder Jon Lovett for boatloads of questions, comedy, and surprises!

Transcribed - Published: 12 December 2025

J. Keith provides an update on when you can expect new episodes of Go Fact Yourself. Plus, a reminder of some of the great gifts available now at MaxFunStore.com.

Transcribed - Published: 5 December 2025

It’s a home box office of trivia with Go Fact Yourself! NPR’s A Martinez and actor Lilan Bowden answer trivia and meet some binge-worthy experts. Plus, the return of former contestant Ashly Burch as co-host.

Transcribed - Published: 21 November 2025

It’s time to go to the polls with Go Fact Yourself! It’s a collection of some of our favorite trivia segments that feature politicians as experts. Plus, contestants like Matt Rogers and Kitty Felde.

Transcribed - Published: 7 November 2025

It all comes down to this. After a monthslong gauntlet where dozens of our beloved MaxFun members solved puzzles, answered questions, and looked fabulous… only two remain. Their final challenge: this brand new episode of Go Fact Yourself, the finale of the 2024(ish) Listener Tournament. Listeners Khalil Goodman and Kristin Pilotte compete in trivia about the wonders of space and screen.

Transcribed - Published: 17 October 2025

The beat is fresh and so is the trivia on the Best of Hip-hop special of Go Fact Yourself! We’ve got a boxed set of our favorite rap trivia from over the years, including some amazing MCs and DJs as experts AND contestants!

Transcribed - Published: 3 October 2025

Consider yourself at home – with trivia on Go Fact Yourself! Stephen Tobolowsky (Ned from Groundhog Day!) takes on comedian Aparna Nancherla with questions about creatures living under the ground and in the streets.

Transcribed - Published: 19 September 2025

It’s a trivia dream come true on Go Fact Yourself! Actor Cooper Barnes and playwright Larissa FastHorse talk about toys, movies, music, and plays that make you never want to grow up.

Transcribed - Published: 5 September 2025

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Transcribed - Published: 15 August 2025

BELIEVE! In trivia! Emmy award-winning actors and producers Brendan Hunt and Ashley Burch answer questions about some beloved recreational activities.

Transcribed - Published: 1 August 2025

We ask the questions, you give the reply on a brand new episode of Go Fact Yourself! Actors Jodie Sweetin from "Full House" and Marc Evan Jackson from "The Good Place" answer trivia with experts they’re sure to treasure.

Transcribed - Published: 18 July 2025

Get lost in a world of trivia on a brand new episode of Go Fact Yourself! Podcaster Georgia Hardstark and actor Tim Bagley let us rock them with questions in their favorite topics – and geek out with surprise experts!

Transcribed - Published: 4 July 2025

Set a course for trivia! It’s time to boldly go… Fact Yourself! Actor Steven Weber and comedian Kiran Deol answer trivia about space and spirits.

Transcribed - Published: 20 June 2025

Kick off your shoes and play some trivia on a brand new episode of Go Fact Yourself! Actor Thomas Jane and singer and voice actor Grey DeLisle enjoy some close encounters with experts in the topics they love.

Transcribed - Published: 6 June 2025

It’s a silky-smooth new episode of Go Fact Yourself! Actor Rosalind Chao and comedian Tom Papa answer exotic trivia and meet a pair of experts you’ll be grateful to hear from.

Transcribed - Published: 16 May 2025

From Broadway to Beverly Hills, it’s a brand new episode of Go Fact Yourself! Actor Amy Hill and comedian Alec Mapa put their trivia prowess – and friendship – to the test!

Transcribed - Published: 2 May 2025

It’s a voyage of trivia on Go Fact Yourself! Tim Russ from “Star Trek: Voyager” takes on comedian Amber Nelson on a journey not only of sight and sound, but of mind!

Transcribed - Published: 19 April 2025

It’s a one-on-one trivia match between TV all-stars! Betsy Brandt from “Breaking Bad” takes on Cirroc Lofton from “Star Trek: Deep Space Nine” to answer questions about Russian plays and rushing the court!

Transcribed - Published: 11 April 2025

Thanks so much for your help during the #MaxFunDrive! J. Keith reminds you of some of the great things coming that YOU helped make happen. Plus, an explainer of our show, with some of our greatest moments, that you can share with a friend!

Transcribed - Published: 4 April 2025

The #MaxFunDrive is technically over – BUT you have one final weekend of amnesty to still support our goals and put us over the top (and get great thank-you gifts)! To help encourage you, we got Bruce! Comedy icon Bruce Vilanch joins us to tell us about all the other topics he was willing to be quizzed on when he appeared with us in 2023. And there are a LOT of topics. Support the efforts to make this show possible by going to maximumfun.org/join and selecting Go Fact Yourself as a show you listen to.

Transcribed - Published: 29 March 2025

Happy #MaxFunDrive! J. Keith and Helen are at last the contestants for a special quiz… sort of. Plus an update on our live shows and gifts YOU can get when you support GFY in the #MaxFunDrive. Support the efforts to make this show possible by going to maximumfun.org/join

Transcribed - Published: 28 March 2025

Happy #MaxFunDrive! J. Keith sits down with show cocreator and director Jim Newman to discuss what goes into booking great guests for Go Fact Yourself – plus an update on our live shows and gifts YOU can get when you support GFY in the the #MaxFunDrive.

Transcribed - Published: 27 March 2025

Happy #MaxFunDrive! J. Keith and Helen announce some new *rewards* for supporting GFY, and preview a sample of the bonus content that every MaxFun Member gets access to. Exclusive full episodes, GFY extras, the original GFY pilot and MORE! Get your BoCo at maximumfun.org/join

Transcribed - Published: 24 March 2025

Happy #MaxFunDrive! It’s trivia so fine it’ll blow your mind on a brand new episode of Go Fact Yourself! Actor and TV host Jerry O’Connell and author and MaxFun podcaster Mallory O’Meara compete in a howlin’ good contest.

Transcribed - Published: 21 March 2025

J. Keith and Helen share a few updates on the MaxFun Drive, including how to get a baseball card featuring the hosts! Plus, a deep dive into a massive piece of baseball trivia.

Transcribed - Published: 21 March 2025

It’s not MaxFunDrive without a wild kickoff spectacular! Former real-life VJ and host of MTV's Spring Break 1999, Dave Holmes, takes your favorite MaxFun hosts through some wacky ‘90s- and Spring Break-themed mini games!!

Transcribed - Published: 19 March 2025

Happy #MaxFunDrive! And we’ve got a couple of contestants who supported Go Fact Yourself in 2024! Professional wrestler and podcaster Sam Gladston competes against email marketing specialist Noelle Sciarini to play games and boldly go where no MaxFunMembers have gone before.

Transcribed - Published: 17 March 2025

J. Keith and Helen provide some early details for the MaxFun Drive!

Transcribed - Published: 14 March 2025

We’re halfway to an EGOT on this brand new Go Fact Yourself! Emmy-winner Phil Rosenthal and Tony-Winner Sarah Jones answer trivia questions about popular pairings on TV and in music.

Transcribed - Published: 7 March 2025

Real celebrity trivia is CONFIRMED for Go Fact Yourself – Live from Sketchfest in San Francisco! “Mythbusters” host Adam Savage competes against actor and professional poker player Jennifer Tilly to answer questions about the fab four and fab noir.

Transcribed - Published: 21 February 2025

It’s a touchdown for trivia on Go Fact Yourself! We’ve got a highlight reel of some of our favorite NFL trivia, guests, and experts from past shows – featuring an all-pro roster of contestants like Heidi Gardner, Ann-Margret and Keegan-Michael Key. Plus, huddle up with a bunch of surprise experts who are actual Super Bowl Champions.

Transcribed - Published: 7 February 2025

It’s an X-tra special brand new episode of Go Fact Yourself! Comedian Paula Poundstone and rapper Open Mike Eagle answer trivia questions about heroes and villains of all shapes and sizes.

Transcribed - Published: 17 January 2025

We’ve cooked up some great trivia on this brand new episode of Go Fact Yourself! Hollywood icon Ann-Margret and former Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa kick off the new year by tackling some intense questions.

Transcribed - Published: 3 January 2025

Trivia is the “T” Word on this brand new episode of Go Fact Yourself! Funny people Cameron Esposito and Chris Grace find out how it’s never not trivia when discussing your favorite shows.

Transcribed - Published: 20 December 2024

We’re firing up some hand-crafted trivia on this brand new episode of Go Fact Yourself! Original host of “Double Dare” Marc Summers and actor Michaela Watkins answer questions about shiny pots and shining stars!

Transcribed - Published: 6 December 2024

Let's nosh on a brand new episode of Go Fact Yourself! Legendary filmmaker Barry Sonnenfeld and actor Jackie Tohn answer trivia about cold cuts and hot hits!

Transcribed - Published: 15 November 2024

Walk off with a brand new episode of Go Fact Yourself! Josh McDermitt from the Walking Dead and comedian Sierra Katow join us for improbable trivia with impossibly great experts.

Transcribed - Published: 1 November 2024

Trivia is the sweetest thing on a brand new episode of Go Fact Yourself! Funny people Sherry Cola and Greg Proops compete to answer trivia about raunchy ladies and the 1980s!

Transcribed - Published: 18 October 2024

At long last, the radio debut of Go Fact Yourself is upon us! Find out how you can be a part of the show’s first day on LAist 89.3 on Saturday, October 12th.

Transcribed - Published: 11 October 2024

Welcome, foolish mortals, to a brand new episode of Go Fact Yourself! Comedian Aida Rodriguez and author Cory Doctorow answer trivia about soulful music and mansions filled with souls.

Transcribed - Published: 4 October 2024

It’s a brand new episode of Go Fact Yourself that’s totally bossa nova! Actors and comedians Taran Killam and Jen Kober compete to answer trivia questions full of ‘90s nostalgia.

Transcribed - Published: 20 September 2024

It’s a brand new joyful joyful episode of Go Fact Yourself! Actor Lisa Ann Walter and writer Tre’vell Anderson join us for questions about singing with your sisters and dancing with the stars.

Transcribed - Published: 13 September 2024

J. Keith shares an update on Go Fact Yourself's upcoming radio debut on NPR station LAist 89.3 -- plus a preview of our debut episode!

Transcribed - Published: 6 September 2024

It’s trivia for the whole family on this episode of Go Fact Yourself! Comedian Negin Farsad and journalist Shane O’Neil join us for questions about fictional families and modern legends.

Transcribed - Published: 16 August 2024

Go for gold with this Best of the Olympics special of Go Fact Yourself! This showcase of quizzes and questions all focus on the world games, and feature guests like Heidi Gardner, Denise Crosby, Erin Foley, Frank Turner, and more. Plus a full podium of female Olympians as experts!

Transcribed - Published: 2 August 2024

We’ve got some killer trivia on a brand new episode of Go Fact Yourself! Musician Frank Turner and comedian Rachel Feinstein answer questions about bloody good cities and bloody good self-care.

Transcribed - Published: 19 July 2024

We agree to rock! – Live from the inaugural Quiz Show Expo in Burbank, California, it’s a brand new episode of Go Fact Yourself! Actor Joyce Bulifant and TV host Todd Newton answer trivia questions about personal mettle and personal metal.

Transcribed - Published: 5 July 2024

Hey you guyyyyyyyys! It’s a brand new episode of Go Fact Yourself! Comedian Blair Socci joins author and MaxFun host Alonso Duralde to answer trivia about the best snacks to pair with your favorite shows.

Transcribed - Published: 21 June 2024

It’s Friday night and the lights are on bright for a brand new episode of Go Fact Yourself! Comedian Carmen Lynch and NFL vet Bobby Massie answer trivia about a town, a team, and a dream to perform.

Transcribed - Published: 7 June 2024