Go Fact Yourself

Jeff B. Davis, Vella Lovell, drinking, bar, Fernet-Branca, Beyoncé, Whose Line is it Anyway, Animal Control, Fox, Jason Hamilton, Buck Harder, Ashley Everett, J. Keith van Straaten, Helen Hong, Trivia, Game Show, Go Fact Yourself, Jim Newman, LAist, radio, 

Get in formation – and get information – on Go Fact Yourself! 

Vella Lovell has a big role on FOX’s “Animal Control.” She’ll tell us about what it’s like to work with Joel McHale and why having so many trained animals on the show might be a scam.

Jeff B. Davis is part of the improv comedy show “Whose Line is it Anyway?” He’s helped translate it into a live-stage experience called “Whose Live Anyway?” Jeff tells us about why it’s such a joy to create spontaneous songs with Wayne Brady.

Areas of Expertise:

Jeff: The film Cabaret, the beverage Fernet-Branca, and potash mining

Vella: The Baby-Sitters Club book series, breakfast burritos in Los Angeles, and Beyoncé.

What’s the Difference: Spaghetti Westerns

What’s the difference between pasta and noodles?

What’s the difference between a cowboy and a wrangler?

With guest experts:

Jason Hamilton: The key account manager for Fernet-Branca for all of Los Angeles.

Buck Harder: A bartender for a decade at The Drawing Room in Los Angeles. 

Ashley Everett: Dancer and content creator, who worked with Beyoncé as her dance captain and in the “Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It)” music video.

Hosts: 

J. Keith van Straaten

Helen Hong

Credits:

Theme Song by Jonathan Green.

Co-Producer and Editor is Julian Burrell.

Additional editing by Valerie Moffat.

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Trick or Trivia, ghosts, ghouls, and goblins! It’s the Best of Spooky Segments on Go Fact Yourself!

Just in time for Halloween, we’ve scared up a gaggle of actors, authors, and musicians to answer questions about their favorite haunting subjects. That includes singer-songwriter Ricky Duran and his love of slasher movies; and author Mallory O’Meara and her obsession with werewolves.

Plus, a creepy collection of experts that’s sure to bring chills! 

Listener beware: you’re in for a scare!

In this episode:

Laraine Newman and Louis Virtel from episode 17.

Ricky Duran and Roxane Gay from episode 91.

Alex Goldman and Liz Miele from episode 110.

Cory Doctorow and Aida Rodriguez  from episode 158.

Mallory O’Meara and Jerry O’Connell from episode 168.

Loni Love from episode 184.

With guest experts:

Donnie Dunagan: U.S. Marine Corp Drill instructor, child actor in Universal horror movies, and the voice of Bambi. 

Heather Langenkamp: Award-winning actor and producer, whose many credits include playing the lead character in A Nightmare on Elm Street. 

Kat Cressida: Voice artist who’s worked on video games, movies, and TV shows … and in Disney’s The Haunted Mansion ride. 

Bruce Campbell: Prolific actor, author, and producer who played Ash in the Evil Dead franchise. 

David Naughton: Actor and singer, who starred in the film An American Werewolf in London. 

Hosts: 

J. Keith van Straaten

Helen Hong

Credits:

Theme Song by Jonathan Green.

Co-Producer and Editor is Julian Burrell.

Additional editing by Valerie Moffat.

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There’s no Go Fact Yourself today – but don’t panic!

We have a really fun episode coming later this month – plus a bunch of live shows happening across the country that you can look forward to.

Find them all at gofactyourself.net!

Hosts: 

J. Keith van Straaten

Credits:

Theme Song by Jonathan Green.

Co-Producer and Editor is Julian Burrell.

Additional editing by Valerie Moffat.

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This trivia is no rip-off on Go Fact Yourself!

Laci Mosley is the creator of “Scam Goddess” where she breaks down various cons and grifts from over the years. It started as an audio podcast and has now become a book, a TV show and a YouTube series. She’ll tell us about the expansion of her work and why she believes some scams can actually be good.

Adam Arkin is a director and actor, perhaps best known for his years as a doctor on “Chicago Med.” He’ll tell us how shooting on-location led to some really cool Chicago-based opportunities. Adam’s latest work “American Hostage” is available now. 

Areas of Expertise:

Laci: “Love Island USA” season 8, Beyoncé, and all the ways AI has tricked consumers, business, celebrities, venture capitalists and investors. 

Adam: Stanley Kubrick movies, Japanese foods (especially sushi), and drums and percussion. 

What’s the Difference: Comic Con

What’s the difference between a comic book and a graphic novel?

What’s the difference between a conference and a convention?

With Guest Experts:

Dr. Safiya Noble: Director of the Center on Resilience & Digital Justice and Co-Director of the Minderoo Initiative on Tech & Power at UCLA 

Chef Derek Wilcox: First and only westerner to finish a seven-year apprenticeship at a traditional Japanese Kaiseke Restaurant and Executive Chef at Miura Beverly Hills.

Hosts: 

J. Keith van Straaten

Helen Hong

Credits:

Theme Song by Jonathan Green.

Co-Producer and Editor is Julian Burrell.

Additional editing by Valerie Moffat.

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The titans of trivia attack on Go Fact Yourself!

Maitreyi Ramakrishnan earned a lot of fans for her starring role as Devi in the Netflix series “Never Have I Ever.” But it took her years before she finally got to hear from those fans. She’ll explain that, plus how she trained for her new Netflix movie, Best of the Best. 

Allan Havey is known for his roles as a tough boss on “Mad Men” and “The Paper.” In real life, he’s someone who cares deeply about helping the next generation of show business. He demonstrates that in his YouTube series that provides advice for stand-up comedians.

Areas of Expertise:

Allan: The Beatles’ White Album, the movie The 39 Steps, and the NFL Miami Dolphins.

Maitreyi: The Animal Crossing videogame series, the TV show “Attack on Titan” (the American Dub), and crocheting. 

What’s the Difference: Keep It in Your Pants

What’s the difference between pants and trousers?

What’s the difference between being abstinent and celibate?

With Guest Experts:

Jessie James Grelle, Bryce Papenbrook, and Lauren Landa: Voice actors whose careers include voicing lead characters in the anime “Attack on Titan.”

Marv Fleming and Larry Little: NFL legends and members of the 1972 Miami Dolphins who were undefeated Super Bowl Champions.

Hosts: 

J. Keith van Straaten

Helen Hong

Credits:

Theme Song by Jonathan Green.

Co-Producer and Editor is Julian Burrell.

Additional editing by Valerie Moffat.

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Launch into a planet of trivia on Go Fact Yourself!

Dana Gould is the creator of “Stan Against Evil,” a show known for its colorful dialogue. He’ll tell us how he pulled some of that dialogue directly from his family.

Roz Hernandez is a comedian who explores allegedly-haunted locations for her YouTube channel. She’s even found a way to integrate that into her dating life. She’ll explain.

Areas of Expertise:

Dana: The 1960s, the TV show “Twin Peaks”, and all things Planet of the Apes

Roz: The movie Showgirls, John Waters movies, and the Byron Noem Crossdressing scandal.

What’s the Difference: Freedom of the Press

What’s the difference between free diving and skin diving?

What’s the difference between pressing and ironing?

With Guest Experts:

Lou Wagner: Award-winning actor, whose film work includes playing Lucius in Planet of the Apes.

Mink Stole: Award-winning actor whose career includes appearances in every feature film by John Waters. 

Hosts: 

J. Keith van Straaten

Helen Hong

Credits:

Theme Song by Jonathan Green.

Co-Producer and Editor is Julian Burrell.

Additional editing by Valerie Moffat.

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It’s time to Go-Go Trivia with Go-Go Fact Yourself!

Nico Santos is an actor who appeared in movies like Crazy Rich Asians and Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3. His big break was a major role as Mateo on the show “Superstore.” He’ll tell us about how his first time on set made him realize that he had a lot to learn.

Jemele Hill is an Emmy-winning journalist who’s a contributing writer to The Atlantic. A former host on ESPN, she continues to talk sports in her current work. And when it comes time to be a fan, she has a unique way of choosing who to root for. She’ll explain.

Areas of Expertise:

Nico: 1980s cartoon theme songs, the movie The Birdcage, and designer hand bags.

Jemele: 1990s R&B, the TV show “A Different World” (the Debbie Allen years), and Detroit history.

What’s the Difference: Pipes

What’s the difference between a pipe and tube?

What’s the difference between a plumber and pipefitter?

With Guest Experts:

Charnele Brown: Producer and actor who played Kimberly on “A Different World.”

Shuki Levy: Musician and songwriter, whose hundreds of theme songs include “Inspector Gadget,” “He-Man,” and “Power Rangers.”

Hosts: 

J. Keith van Straaten

Helen Hong

Credits:

Theme Song by Jonathan Green.

Maximum Fun's Senior Producer is Laura Swisher.

Co-Producer and Editor is Julian Burrell.

Additional editing by Valerie Moffat.

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It’s some super trivia – on Go Fact Yourself!

Jay Chandrasekhar is an actor and director, known for his work in the Super Troopers movies. How does he get in character 25 years after the original film? He says it all comes down to facial hair. Super Troopers 3 is now in theaters.

Kira Kosarin has been part of Nickelodeon’s “The Thundermans” since she was 14 years old. Now the series is back with a reboot, which means she’s playing the grown-up version of the character she played years ago.

Areas of Expertise:

Jay: Golf movies, the perfect golf putt, and the history of the Chicago Cubs

Kira: Body building terminology, pop music girlies of the 2010s, and the 2006 gymnastics movie Stick It.

What’s the Difference: Gerry Springer

What’s the difference between gerrymandering and redistricting?

What’s the difference between a spring roll and an egg roll?

With Guest Experts:

Trevor Cahill: Retired MLB player who won a championship with the Chicago Cubs in 2016.

Jessica Bendinger: Writer and director whose career includes the movie Stick It.

Vanessa Lengies: Actor who played the role of Joanne in Stick It.

Hosts: 

J. Keith van Straaten

Helen Hong

Credits:

Theme Song by Jonathan Green.

Maximum Fun's Senior Producer is Laura Swisher.

Co-Producer and Editor is Julian Burrell.

Additional editing by Valerie Moffat.

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Trivia is like sunshine on a cloudy day – on Go Fact Yourself!

William Stanford Davis is an actor who plays Mr. Johnson, the enigmatic janitor on “Abbott Elementary.” He’ll tell us how the role is a culmination of a lifetime of acting and how he got the part by … dancing?

Laura Dave is the author of the book The Last Thing He Told Me. When it became a New York Times bestseller, she literally did not believe it. Now she’s adapted the book (and its sequel) into a series on Apple TV. She’ll tell us how casting Jennifer Garner in the lead role wasn’t nearly as difficult as you might think.

Areas of Expertise:

Laura: Bruce Springsteen songs, Philadelphia Eagles football, and the movie Sleepless in Seattle.

Stan: 1960s to 1980s R&B music, the movie Do the Right Thing, and St. Louis Cardinals baseball from the Lou Brock/Bob Gibson era.

What’s the Difference: The Metric System

What’s the difference between a measure and a metric?

What’s the difference between the justice system and the judicial system?

With Guest Experts:

Jon Dorenbos: Magician, motivational speaker, and record-breaking member of the Philadelphia Eagles.

Otis Williams: Rock & Roll Hall of Famer and founding member of The Temptations.

Hosts: 

J. Keith van Straaten

Helen Hong

Credits:

Theme Song by Jonathan Green.

Maximum Fun's Senior Producer is Laura Swisher.

Co-Producer and Editor is Julian Burrell.

Additional editing by Valerie Moffat.

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The trivia is ready to explode on Go Fact Yourself!

Hrishikesh Hirway is a songwriter. He’s also known for the podcast Song Exploder. He started the show as a way to explore his peers’ creative process and get over his writer’s block. He’ll tell us how years of conversations on the podcast led him to releasing his new album “In the Last Hour of Light.”

Meaghan Rath is an actor who can be seen on the AMC show “The Audacity” as the Chief Ethics Officer. She’ll tell us about how her husband has helped her develop her performance… and why she’s gotten married to him three times.

Areas of Expertise:

Hrishikesh: The 1985-86 Boston Celtics, the best ice cream in Los Angeles, and 1985 caper movies adapted from Elmore Leonard novels. 

Meaghan: The movie The Little Mermaid, the TV show “Survivor,” and training a Labradoodle.

What’s the Difference: Deep Fake

What’s the difference between a gorge and a canyon?

What’s the difference between a forgery and a counterfeit?

With Guest Experts:

LisaGay Hamilton: Peabody award-winning actor and director who’s starred in several productions across Broadway, TV and film – including the Elmore Leonard caper movie Jackie Brown.

Zeke Smith: Writer, comedian, and activist who's a two-time contestant on “Survivor.” 

Hosts: 

J. Keith van Straaten

Helen Hong

Credits:

It’s always a good time to go to maximumfun.org/joingofact to support this show and get monthly bonus episodes.

Theme Song by Jonathan Green.

Maximum Fun's Senior Producer is Laura Swisher.

Co-Producer and Editor is Julian Burrell.

Additional editing by Valerie Moffat.

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