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“It felt like I was eavesdropping on a pair of high school boys. Don’t waste your time.”
Suisanvdv via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/29/24
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“Most of the books tackled are easy targets. Some (eg The Secret) are so obviously stupid that no one in the audience for this podcast would even consider taking them seriously; others, (eg Rich Dad, Poor Dad, Hillbilly Elegy) are already old hat for takedowns; and the conservative policy books...”Read full review »
Josh in Westchester via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/28/24
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“I’m sure the irony would be completely lost in these two: their podcast belongs in the same genre as the books they like to make fun of.
The books they criticize had their moment but have since kind of fallen out of favor and have been widely panned. Currently in favor: reaction content. ...”Read full review »
Vigilance100 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/23/24
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“These guys are hilarious and so enjoyable to listen to. The dry humor and attacks on these not-exactly-sacred-but-buzzworthy books make me laugh out loud and provide a painless way to engage with wrong-headed and sometimes dangerous “thinkers.””
stoutbr via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/18/24
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“Love the pod. I had a Mandela effect moment thinking you did an episode about “how to make friends and influence people”, but I don’t see that so now I suggest it…. Good luck, sounds terrible, but that’s why I want you to read it for me”
minibarryred via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/18/24
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“The hosts make a lot of jokes about the idea that as two men maybe they aren’t the best ones to discuss women’s issues and feminist theory, but the awkward truth is that they’re right. Their episode on The Game was ultimately a discussion of a book about predatory behavior where the hosts...”Read full review »
Varlis via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/16/24
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“This podcast is perfect. Intelligent and well-researched, but also hilarious. Love Peter and Michael, they balance each other out nicely and have great chemistry.”
pkcrawford via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/13/24
“Before you retire to the “one book” conclusion; please tackle Bjorn Lomborg!!
So glad they tackled Pinker’s Better Angels - I always remembered that graph and thinking “really?” In all honesty; back in the 90s, I thought “Rich Dad, Poor Dad” was a play on rich people lacking morals; so when I...”Read full review »
M@rtym via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
04/12/24
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“Love the show, listen to every new episode. However, would definitely have included a TW in the new “better angels” ep for rape content. Thanks fellas.”
1JAB88 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/12/24
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“I adore you two men so much!!!! I can hardly wait for each episode.
You are both so incredibly intelligent and rational in how you present each of your opinions; and you are both hilarious 😂!
Thank you 😊 for this show!!!”
winterspringsummerautumn via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/11/24
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“Michael - I LOVE (and I mean love) you and everything about this show, equally as much as I dislike other-dude host. Please: do this show on your own with guests as topics warrant/are enhanced by. “You’re wrong about style” #allhailsarahmarshall”
Tivoli420 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/07/24
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“Hilarious, on point, top notch! Love these guys.”
Emilie Jacobson via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/04/24
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“I don’t always agree with every last thing they say, but I think the logic and research is very interesting; and the hosts very funny. Thought provoking”
C_Lo30 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/04/24
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“You guys are fun! Plus, I don’t have anyone in my real life who tears things to shreds without any ill will - and I love that balance.”
Truth_is_hope via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/02/24
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“I recently came across this podcast and have been listening to back episodes. They often mention feedback about toning down the language, to which I say, please don’t! It’s part of the show’s character and it’s refreshing. This is a snarky podcast about adult books and the show is labeled clearly...”Read full review »
Dj artwork via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/31/24
“Any educator knows that a slower delivery aids comprehension.
Except, apparently, for the younger generation.
What they think is cool style or a demonstration of intelligence leaves the listeners wanting. Come on, now. Level up & slow down.
It is not cute or trendy.
It’s evident that you are...”Read full review »
leonuria via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/31/24
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“The hosts offer some funny criticisms of obviously bad books like The Secret but come up very short against books written by academics, often using the lazy thinking these scholarly books criticise. It’s a shame because the hosts and warm and funny, but they miss (or dismiss) crucial data...”Read full review »
pedromacfan via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
03/30/24
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“Listened to your David Brooks episode on a rec, then a few more, and always found them somehow both insightful and fun. The Identity Trap discussion was one of the best podcasts I’ve ever heard!”
Im 60, 60, 60 years old!! via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/30/24
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“Really love your podcast. I am enjoying it and learning and being educated. Smart and accessible. I do want to give feedback on the Atomic Habits book. I never read it but I did do a boot camp on behavior design with BJ Fogg. I recall they mentioned this book with some disdain. I recommend you...”Read full review »
50in2023! via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/30/24
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“I have many left-leaning podcasts I listen to but never subscribe. These guys are so entertaining and smart I couldn’t help it.
Dangit”
JFC I don't want a nickname via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/29/24
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“These two! Hilarious, irreverent, and yet also deeply important to understanding the way that “knowledge” is packaged and sold in our culture. Whenever a new episode comes out I drop everything else to listen. This is my third Michael Hobbes podcast and it is my favorite yet.”
sevenbends via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/28/24
“Love the show but the Argentinian horse sidebar that you actually left in was great, not for the story itself, but because of Michael’s reaction.
Keep up the good work.”
NYtimes home via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/28/24
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“It was the Lean In show and after talking to my wife about the show that I fully realized the series is mostly meh and there isn't too much to this podcast.
Let me explain.
Before listening, I liked both hosts. They are both funny and I like the hosts independently from previous...”Read full review »
topher wright via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
03/28/24
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“Either one star or five stars, depending on what you feel about groan-inducing liberal snarkiness.”
Buckley0006 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/25/24
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“Please do “12 Rules for Life”!”
seehowshegoes via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
03/25/24
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“I found the “Coddling of the American Mind” episode unfinished in my podcast app. I decided to give it another go, and now I remember why I left it unfinished. :/ I like snark as much as the next guy, but the way these two twist everything to give it ultra-libera flavor is just gross. I was...”Read full review »
sbfaninwy via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/23/24
“I laughed and I listened”
JPdodge1 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
03/19/24
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“You two make me want to be as good of a reader and as good of a researcher as you are. Your critical thought and analysis (on top of fire jokes) brings me joy with every episode. This is my 3rd Michael podcast but I am also now a devoted Peter fan. Please continue!”
megcre19 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/17/24
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“Do I listen to every episode pretty soon after it drops? Yes
Do I think they can be condescending and sound sorta like jerks? Yes
It sorta felt like there was an air of “hey, we know this podcast is new, but both hosts feel like they are famous so before really any credibility in the show was...”Read full review »
Dldlse via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/16/24
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“Pls do design thinking!!”
hvlgcutcutjhgfvjh via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
03/16/24
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“Love it! Super entertaining and funny. And I love that y’all can add caveats when discussing topics on different identities (like when the book focus on women, people of color, etc.).
You got to have Aubrey on for an episode! Especially with a book from her diet book collection!! And I am dying...”Read full review »
Janet?Marty?WhoAreYouPeople!? via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/15/24
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“I love this podcast, it gives me so much to think about!”
kikilc83 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/15/24
“The one book theory is hilarious & incredibly apt”
MaddieC1997 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/15/24
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“Love these guys, but I’m not sure why I joined the Patreon as the episodes are not available before they are available on Apple Podcasts. And I’m certainly not seeing any extra bonus content.”
Barb McMurderino via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/14/24
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“The idea that this podcast promotes critical thinking is … quite a stretch. Instead it blares out the least reflective, most groupthinky possible take on every issue it examines, without exception. Every criticism offered of any progressive left position is a ‘moral panic’ by ‘the right wing’...”Read full review »
Audrain via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/10/24
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“Cannot wait until they get to Factfulness. And maybe we’ll see Guns, Germs and Steel too?”
MGrantD via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
03/10/24
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“These are two intelligent guys who have knowledge, education, and insight. However, many times they sound like sophomoric morning DJs cracking themselves up, being slightly mean. It wouldn’t be so bad if they weren’t making glib generalizations and questionable conclusions of the sort they’re...”Read full review »
Songs&Stories via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/09/24
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“The fifth star is for Mike Hobbes’ 90s references. You had me at “Duke Nukem Freeware”. Kiss.”
_everynicknameistaken_ via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/08/24
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“This pod is so good. Michael Hobbs - I will listen to anything you put out. Hope the carpal tunnel/virus thing gets better soon. The other guy is pretty good too. Thanks for reading all these books so we don’t have to. Huge nostalgia vibes.”
daPoc78 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
03/07/24
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“We love to see it”
43579$ via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/07/24
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“Is the primary intent of the podcast to illuminate and inform listeners? And if so, couldn’t that be accomplished with at least a bit of humility and maturity? I could be wrong but it feels that the hosts appear to be the type of people who tend to derive their worthiness and sense of...”Read full review »
Temsalet S. via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/06/24
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“My critical thinking has leveled up thanks to this podcast. I've always valued it in principle, but this is exactly how and where we should be applying it to our paradigms and social norms today. Must-listen episodes: Freakonomics, Laws of Power, Nudge, the Secret, NY Times coverage of Trans...”Read full review »
ChartheMonk42 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/03/24
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“I think it’s well researched and very funny”
humaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaan via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/03/24
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“The material they cover varies in terms of my interest level but overall it’s a very well researched, thoughtful podcast and their episode about the NYT coverage of trans youth is a must-listen!”
theamazingcareyb via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/01/24
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“Michael Hobbes is 110% a centrist democrat. I really wish he would stop referring to himself as a leftist.”
CRR1988 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/29/24
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“Your latest episode clarifies your stance on the ongoing *e*o*i*e in G*z*. I stand with others boycotting your podcast.”
Star man 2 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/29/24
“The ignorance here is willfull and gross.”
Ashelianderson via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/29/24
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“Just discovered this podcast a few days ago and binging all the current episodes. Really enjoy it! Would love to see a review of any of the books by Nassim Nicholas Taleb. I think his most popular is “The Black Swan: The Impact of the Highly Improbable” from 2007 (2nd Ed 2010), but he has a few...”Read full review »
PGNBS via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/28/24
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“[UPDATE 28/02/2024 Like other reviewers, it also really stood out to me that there was not even a small acknowledgment of Palestine in an episode covering genocide. With Michael and Aubrey’s backgrounds, I thought for sure this podcast too would be clued in to decolonisation and solidarity. I...”Read full review »
Marion Honey via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/28/24
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