Whats the fact

What's the Fact

Comedy EN ↓ 57 episodes

South African comedians Ryan Whittal and Warren Robertson try to pay off an ill-advised purchase of The Mona Lisa (yes the real one) by trying to remember trivia and their lives and faking it when they can't. It's the podcast where good facts are rewarded and lies are punished, but can they spot the difference.

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Whats the fact

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Latest episode

Mar 11, 2024

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Episodes

What's The Fact: AUDIO ONLY Episode 5: Scandinavia 11.03.2024

Scandinavia is a region. In Europe. What could two South Africans know about it? Turns out, there are some pretty weird things in their brains. #Norway #Sweden #Denmark #Scandinavia #Podcast #Trivia #Facts #RyanWhittal #WarrenRobertson

What's The Fact: AUDIO ONLY Episode 4: Mountains 04.03.2024

Mountains have defined human history, their peaks separate cultures, prevent wars and fascinate adventurers. Warren and Ryan take a trip through the earth's history and into some rather strange stories centred on these life-defining natural wonders. #Podcast #WhatsTheFact #Trivia #Facts #lies #RyanWhittal #WarrenRobertson

What's The Fact AUDIO ONLY: Episode 3: Dreams 26.02.2024

Many people have studied dreams, and yet we still know so little about them. Society is nontheless filled with odd theories and twisted beliefs - perfect for Warren and Ryan to work out - what's the fact? #FYP #Podcast #RyanWhittal #WarrenRobertson #Dreams #Freud #Psychology #Music

What's The Fact: Episode 52: Christmas 2: The Squeakquel 19.02.2024

It's Christmas time again and to celebrate the relaunch of What's the fact in a brand new studio, Warren and Ryan are once again talking about all things Christmas - including Rudolph the red-nosed reindeer, historical events that occurred on Christmas day and whether Ryan can handle this year's presents. Watch for the bit in the middle where we almost die. #youtubers #FYP #trending #f...

Whats the Fact Episode 51: Our Species 14.11.2023

Humanity is odd. No doubt about it, but there is also something truly special about us that has made us the second most dominant species on the planet after bacteria. This is the biology, the history, the culture and the geography that makes humanity just so special. #Facts #Trivia #QI #NoSuchThingAsAFish #Podcast #Comedy #SouthAfrica

What's the Fact Episode 50: Shakespeare 07.11.2023

We know Shakespeare is something you thought you left behind at school, but history swirls about Shakespeare. From the contents of his plays to the times he was living in and the language he invented, William Shakespeare has had an enormous impact on Western culture. Warren and Ryan look into his life to uncover some unknown facts, banish urban myths and find out just why he was so good. #Shakespe...

What's The Fact Episode 49: Rivers 17.10.2023

Rivers have been at the heart of human civilisation ever since we crawled out of them millions of years ago. They determined where we built our cities, where our borders were and how we worshipped our Gods. People have been named after them, wars won because of them and entire civilisations lost, because they dried up. Here are the stories, facts, and lies connected to these amazing features. #spo...

What's the Fact Episode 48: Cinema 11.10.2023

The phrase classic movies means different things to different people, but to us it means films that have stood the test of time and are at least a bit old. These are the facts, urban myths, stories and lies from the golden age of cinema, and beyond. #spotify #podcast #youtube #applemusic #triva #facts #itunes #soundcloud #rap #podcast #artist #rapper #tidal #producer #comedy #love #spotifyplaylist...

What's The Fact Episode 47: Time 03.10.2023

Time. As one of the driving forces of much of the universe, it affects every aspect of human life. Warren and Ryan take a trip through time examining every aspect of this incredible phenomenon.

What's The Fact Episode 46: Art 30.09.2023

Ryan Whittal and Warren Robertson get in touch with their creative sides and examine everything about art from its history to the people that make it. #Facts #Trivia #SouthAfrica #Podcast #Comedy #History #Science #Geography #Finance

What's The Fact Episode 45: Weapons 25.09.2023

Weaponry and fighting have been a massive part of human culture since our first apelike ancestors learnt to chuck rocks. The money, time and dedication to killing each other has made this a subject full of fascinating, horrifying and surprising stories and facts. #Trivia #Weapons #Guns #Facts #factsyoudidntknow #FYP #viral

What's The Fact Episode 44: Mining 18.09.2023

Along with farming, mining is one of those industries that have changed the way we live. Under fire for the damage it does to the environment, it remains vital to the success of our species and our planet. These stories and facts will hopefully give you a deeper understanding.

What's The Fact Episode 43: Languages 12.09.2023

Unlocking the world, one word at a time: Ryan and Warren look into what makes language unique from the words, to the influences and origins, while using words - mindblowing. #Facts #Trivia #SouthAfrica #Podcast #Comedy #History #Science #Geography #Finance

What's The Fact Episode 42: Chemistry 05.09.2023

RyanWhittal and Warren Robertson geek out over chemistry, finding it both thrilling and beautiful, like a mad scientist's journey through vibrant colours and crystal formations. #Facts #Trivia #SouthAfrica #Podcast #Comedy #History #Science #Geography #Finance

What's The Fact Episode 41: Gone Too Soon 28.08.2023

History is full of stories of the people who peaked early and never made it to retirement. These are their stories and facts, and occasionally some lies. #Facts #Trivia #SouthAfrica #Podcast #Comedy #History #Science #Geography #Finance

What's The Fact Episode 40: Ancient Entertainment 21.08.2023

For as long as humans have been on planet Earth, we have been in search of entertainment. Without podcasts and streaming channels some of the entertainment throughout history has been a little unorthodox. Ryan and Warren try to convince each other the outlandish things they are saying, really aren't real. #Facts #Trivia #SouthAfrica #Podcast #Comedy #History #Science #Geography #Finance

What's The Fact Episode 39: Controversial Science 19.08.2023

Science should hold no controversy. Through rigorous testing and peer review studies are conducted to prove theorums and yet the modern internet is littered with arguments over established science. Ryan and Warren take a look at the most contentious issues to separate the facts from the lies. #southafrica #southafricanyoutuber #trivia #facts #comedypodcast

What's The Fact Episode 38: Islands 14.08.2023

From islands in the ocean to "Islands in the stream", Ryan Whittal and Warren Robertson are out of their "depth" and can't be "shore" the facts aren't lies "atoll". #Facts #Trivia #SouthAfrica #Podcast #Comedy #History #Science #Geography #Finance

What's The Fact Episode 37: Religion 13.08.2023

With Ryan Whittal a devout Christian and Warren Robertson an atheist, the lines become blurred as to what each considers to be a fact. Fortunately, they don't limit themselves to these two philosophies as they delve into the unknown stories and little known facts from the history of spirituality. #Facts #Trivia #SouthAfrica #Podcast #Comedy #History #Science #Geography #Finance

What's The Fact Episode 36: Greatest Failures 14.07.2023

History remembers and celebrates the heroes, but this episode doesn't celebrate them. If you are feeling a little sad, join Warren Robertson and Ryan Whittal to discuss the greatest failures in history and get some perspective on just how well you are doing. #Facts #Trivia #SouthAfrica #Podcast #Comedy #History #Science #Geography #Finance

What's The Fact Episode 35: Pretoria 10.07.2023

One of three South African capital cities, Pretoria seldom gets any love these days. Despite this, it's a fascinating place with a conflicted history. These are the fascinating stories and facts from the Jacaranda city. #Facts #Trivia #SouthAfrica #Podcast #Comedy #History #Science #Geography #Finance

What's The Fact Episode 34: Farming 30.06.2023

Farming is the thing historians say that separated man from the animals and the profession that's still keeping us alive to this day. As a result, there are thousands of years of history, science and geography relating to this topic. #Facts #Trivia #SouthAfrica #Podcast #Comedy #History #Science #Geography #Finance

What's the Fact Podcast Episode 33: Assassinations 01.05.2023

Assassins and the assassinated are so much more than just the moment of their death/brutal and unnecessary killings. These are the stories, facts and jokes about the people from history who were destined to meet this grisly fate. #Facts #Trivia #SouthAfrica #Podcast #Comedy #History #Science #Geography #Finance

What's the Fact Episode 32 - 80's Music 24.04.2023

We take you back 30 years to learn about the greatest facts from the 80s music era. Please be warned that there is singing from Ryan Whittal in this episode. #Facts #Trivia #SouthAfrica #Podcast #Comedy #History #Science #Geography #Finance

What's the Fact Podcast Episode 31 - Conspiracies 14.04.2023

From the flat earth to vaccine shedding, these are the biggest conspiracy theories that have gripped the planet. Can Warren Robertson and Ryan Whittal separate the facts from the nonsense in this episode, which proves that just cause it's a conspiracy, doesn't mean it's not true. #Facts #Trivia #SouthAfrica #Podcast #Comedy #History #Science #Geography #Finance

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