Go Fact Yourself

The trivia is ready to explode on Go Fact Yourself! Hrishikesh Hirway from the podcast Song Exploder battles Meaghan Rath from AMC’s “The Audacity” in a contest full of twists and turns where only one will be left standing… as champion!

Transcribed - Published: 3 July 2026

It’s trivia with some Very Important People on Go Fact Yourself! Timothy Simons from “Nobody Wants This” and “Veep” takes on Vic Michaelis from Dropout TV. Get ready for surprise experts and a competition that really comes down to the wire!

Transcribed - Published: 19 June 2026

Go Fact Yourself has a step-by-step plan for entertaining trivia! Stacy Keanan from “Step By Step” and “My Two Dads” competes against comedian Drew Lynch to answer questions about sports they watch and TV they don’t!

Transcribed - Published: 5 June 2026

Go Fact Yourself is ready to burst with trivia! Actor Erinn Hayes from “It’s Not Like That,” takes on writer Jordan Carlos to talk about the adventures of film and investments!

Transcribed - Published: 15 May 2026

It’s all about the 90s – but not the 1990s; this episode of Go Fact Yourself is all about experts over the AGE of 90! Guests like Bill Kurtis from Wait Wait… Don’t Tell Me! and Tim Russ from “Star Trek: Voyager” answer trivia before they’re paired with an older generation of experts.

Transcribed - Published: 8 May 2026

When you become a member at maximumfun.org/joingofact, you get access to the MaxFun BoCo Library – thousands of hours of content from every show on the network, including Go Fact Yourself! This is a special preview of GFY Extras, the BoCo we add every month.

Transcribed - Published: 1 May 2026

When you become a member at maximumfun.org/joingofact, you get access to the MaxFun BoCo Library – thousands of hours of content from every show on the network, including Go Fact Yourself! This is a special preview of some of the episodes you’ll get to hear.

Transcribed - Published: 28 April 2026

Happy MaxFunDrive! Let’s celebrate our listeners who support our show with the finals of the GFYT 2025(ish) Listener Tournament! MaxFun members Claire Tobin and Kyle Ostendorf entered the tournament last year and now get the full celebrity guest experience. Listen to learn how YOU could be a guest!

Transcribed - Published: 24 April 2026

Happy #MaxFunDrive! NOW is the time to go to Maximumfun.org/joingofact to become a MaxFun Member – or to boost or upgrade your membership!

Transcribed - Published: 20 April 2026

We’re so close to the 2026 MaxFun Drive! J. Keith gives you a special look at what you can expect for the most important time of the year, including a special preview of our supersized Bonus Content episode!

Transcribed - Published: 18 April 2026

It’s a show worth drinking to on Go Fact Yourself! Eric Winter from “The Rookie” joins Dree Hemingway from “Love Story” to learn about why trivia is ALWAYS the most important element to a good time.

Transcribed - Published: 3 April 2026

From New York City, it’s Go Fact Yourself! Broadway savant Seth Rudetsky and actor-writer Julie Klausner sing and dance through a trivia contest to meet their idols.

Transcribed - Published: 20 March 2026

This week, a massive reality TV crossover on Go Fact Yourself! Dorinda Medley from “The Traitors” faces Jackie Cox from “RuPaul’s Drag Race.” Plus, stories from even more TV shows that we can’t stop watching.

Transcribed - Published: 7 March 2026

It’s a knockout combination of trivia and HBO actors on Go Fact Yourself! Matt Walsh from “Veep” vs. boxer Kali Reis from “True Detective: Night Country.” They’ll answer questions about magical masks and punching peanuts!

Transcribed - Published: 21 February 2026

Triv, triv, triv, triv…! This episode of Go Fact Yourself will be stuck in your head for days! Chase Masterson from “Star Trek: Deep Space Nine” takes on Jay Mohr from “SNL” to answer questions about TV shows and all the ads in between them. Ep. 187: Jay Mohr & Chase Masterson

Transcribed - Published: 6 February 2026

Politics, high fashion, and trivia– it must be Go Fact Yourself! Al Madrigal from “The Daily Show” takes on Mary Lynn Rajskub from “North of North” to answer questions about the many forms of representation.

Transcribed - Published: 17 January 2026

Go Fact Yourself is coming to New York! J. Keith and Helen reveal the contestants – and provide a special preview of the upcoming podcast episode.

Transcribed - Published: 12 January 2026

Ring in the new year with trivia… on Go Fact Yourself! Director Paul Feig and actor Anjali Bhimani compete to answer questions that are fun for the whole blended family.

Transcribed - Published: 2 January 2026

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

It’s a bouquet of trivia on Go Fact Yourself! Podcaster Matt Rogers and actor Mimi Rogers share laughs, flowers and the same last name.

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