THE NEVERDAILY PODCAST

Supplement talk opens the show: Sam doses up on methylene blue (blue teeth, blue pee, Windex taste) while Katie prescribes myoinositol for hormone regulation and heavy flows. Katie tracks Brady's improbable flip from six years of failed school Spanish to functional Portuguese, eight months into his mission in Brazil. Sam cracks Zipf's Law — the unsolicited mathematical ratio governing word...

Season 13 kicks off with a new era for The Neverdaily. Co-host Chase has relocated to Texas, and stepping into the chair is Sam's sister, Katie — a veteran listener, a 12-year autodidact personal trainer, and a certified master mobility coach. Welcome, K-Dog (as the backdoor affectionately called her)!Katie rolls out a deep-dive on fascia — the connective spider-web tissue most people have nev...

Sam lays out a full round of famous quotes that got cut in half: "seeing is believing," "great minds think alike," "blood is thicker than water," "Jack of all trades," and more, revealing what the original phrases actually said and why the missing half changes everything. Chase digs up the Jack Hughes coincidence: the last man cut from the 1980 U.S. gold-med...

Chase recounts the story of Vincent Coleman, the Halifax railway dispatcher who sent one final telegraph—"Goodbye"—before the largest non-nuclear man-made explosion in history leveled half a city in 1917, triggering a massive cross-border relief response that Nova Scotia still honors with a Christmas tree to Boston every year. Chase rolls up his sleeve for the story of James Harrison, th...

In this episode, Sam and Chase discuss one of the strangest things ever broadcast on television: a Soviet psychologist who claimed he could heal millions of people through hypnosis… over national TV. Viewers across the USSR sat in front of their televisions trying to cure illnesses while hospitals simultaneously reported spikes in panic attacks and medical emergencies. Was it mass placebo, mass hy...

If a podcast episode could cover everything, it'd be this episode: Bigfoot sightings, BFRO's outdated website, AI-generated Bigfoot videos, cryptid enthusiasts' backgrounds, Idaho's missing expeditions, Oregon's annual Bigfoot hunt, raccoon liquor store break-ins, penny discontinuation, podcast reviews, negative review revenge stories, restaurant owner harassment, bookstore clu...

On this episode, Sam and Chase get into the weeds, stand on ice, and get covered in rabbit parts and human skin. How one woman’s claims led to a national spectacle and a lynch mob-style conspiracy that exposed the absurdity of medical science in the 1700s. Involving rabbit parts, eel spines, and... lady parts. The political and social implications of enforcing laws when local governments actively...

Moon landing skepticism persists despite photographic evidence from multiple countries. Satellite images from China, India, and Austria confirm the presence of lunar landers. Critics question the authenticity of the human footprints. NASA's upcoming moon mission may provide high-resolution proof. SpaceX's potential role in lunar exploration is discussed. Greenland's strategic importanc...

Sam and Chase set a new record by starting New Music Tuesday on Thursday within the first 5 minutes of the show. Chase brings the song "Reaching" by Good Terms, exploring its themes of self-improvement and resilience. Sam brings the song "Slow and Steady Wins the Race" by Pedro the Lion. Chase covers the peculiar story of Lady Wonder, a horse that allegedly predicted the future...

Chase quizzes Sam on witches and brews up the tale of Helen Duncan's story, as Britain's last witch, and her fraudulent mediumship trial is explored. Sam uncovers the first confirmed murder in history through the discovery of Ötzi the Iceman and the investigation into his ancient murder. And they discuss their opinions on British and American TV show adaptations. They cover every continent...

Sam and Chase discuss the latest season of Stranger Things. Sam uncovers one of the most ancient musical instruments ever discovered - the Bone flutes from Jiahu. Amelia Earhart's impact on fashion is explored. Venezuela's political upheaval analyzed. And they undertake an entire journey through time and culture without missing a thing. It's impressive. You'll be impressed. Send th...

Chase and Sam explore the eccentric lifestyle of a man who defies health trends and builds his own gym. The conversation shifts to the Birmingham garbage collectors' strike and the implications of temporary workers joining the picket line. The hosts recount personal stories of foreign exchange students and cultural exchanges, including a humorous tale of a Japanese student excelling in basebal...

Luther appears for a very unique Music Tuesday on Thursday, where he kicks it off with feline-themed tracks. The discussion is prompted by AI's role in music production, sparking debate on creativity and job markets. Subscription models in technology are scrutinized. Crime stories feature grand theft geology and a SWAT encounter. Chase dreams of mythical creatures, and historical hominids are...

Sam and Chase investigate the eerie connections between missing person cases and the absurdities of celebrity life. Chase applies some historical perspective to jobs that were so bad that nobody wanted them, but everybody had to do them. Including the tragic stories of the radium girls and the harsh realities faced by child laborers in cotton mills and coal mines. They also touch on the scandal su...

Chase and Kevin (from the History Goon podcast) take the wheel for this episode. The conversation covers the Civil War, family history, myths about quicksand, and the unfortunate incident of a man swallowing a Fabergé egg. The discussion takes an unexpected drop with the story of Tsutomu Yamaguchi, the only person to survive both atomic bombings in Japan, and reflections on the impact of war. And...

Sam comes in hot with a cringeworthy Pina Colada song. As it is always a natural transition, the conversation switches to scam ads and fraud on social media, the impact of AI on content moderation, legal and ethical issues in social media, cultural appropriation, and misinformation. Chase steers the conversation toward the real-world consequences of unfortunate names and their impact on individual...

Chase and Sam explore humorous hotel pranks to the complexities of political corruption, birthdays, fast food experiences, and unique culinary combinations. The conversation also explores the influence of food on social gatherings and personal identity. Sam shares the captivating story about Olga of Kiev, highlighting her fierce vengeance and transformation into a legendary figure. Get ad-free epi...

Chase and Sam explore societal moral questions about air travel and dreams. They delve into the complexities of insurance dynamics, healthcare costs, and the intriguing theories surrounding extraterrestrial life. Then they deftly pivot into the basic topic of time dilation and its implications for space travel. They discuss tech blunders and accidental drug deliveries. The conversation also delves...

Chase and Sam explore parenting, spirituality, health, and the complexities of human nature. They discuss the importance of connection with teens, the challenges of navigating conversations, and the balance needed in parenting. The conversation shifts to weight loss journeys, emphasizing the significance of caloric deficits and the role of nutrition and exercise. The hosts also delve into the psyc...

Sam and Chase explore humorous wildlife encounters and personal stories of injury, the intelligence of animals, and the emotional power of documentaries. The conversation also touches on personal growth, changes in appearance, and the heroic acts of children. This conversation explores the remarkable stories of children who displayed extraordinary bravery and quick thinking in life-threatening sit...

Chase and Sam cover the jarring silence of podcast intros to the hilarity of birthday shout-outs, they explore the quirks of holiday preferences, the mystery of the Hebridean Hum, and the eerie tales of the Bermuda Triangle. They also tackle AI's uncanny valley, the ethics of digital manipulation, and the bizarre story of the Eight-Day Bride. Plus, get ready for a deep dive into the world of v...

In this episode, Chase and Sam explore the ancient manuscripts that changed history. The conversation takes a lighter turn with a look at bizarre laws from around the world, including Switzerland's guinea pig regulations and Mexico's ban on noble titles. They dig into some movies and TV shows, and discuss the intricacies of modern algorithms and social media.

Chase and Sam dive into a whirlwind of topics that range from historical narratives, examining the chilling events of Mao's China and the implications of modern-day socialism. As the episode unfolds, Chase shares eerie tales of supernatural encounters. Sam shares the origins of Halloween traditions, including jack-o'-lanterns, trick-or-treating, and All Hallows' Eve.

Chase and Sam opine on the intricacies of movie ratings, the unexpected history of presidential assassination attempts, and the curious lives of a disparate group of people who share one nagging thing in common. They also explore the magic of mentalist tricks and share personal injury stories.

Chase and Sam take poke their noses into science, humor, music, and the strange corners of human (and animal) behavior. Sam reveals two new segments that are bound to become fan faves. Are they inappropriate? Does a tit fly high in the sky? Things shift to size when they discuss sci-fi ships of all shapes, girths, and lengths. Music Tuesday on Thursday will melt your face off. Chase gets dark when...