What's the Fact

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.

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

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

03-11
54:39

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

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

03-04
01:11:25

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

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

02-26
01:00:08

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

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 #facts #trivia #WhatstheFact

02-19
56:22

Whats the Fact Episode 51: Our Species

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

11-14
59:05

What's the Fact Episode 50: Shakespeare

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. #Shakespeare #Podcast #Trivia #Facts #QI #NoSuchThingAsAFish

11-07
01:12:23

What's The Fact Episode 49: Rivers

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. #spotify #music #youtube #applemusic #hiphop #newmusic #itunes #soundcloud #rap #podcast #artist #rapper #tidal #producer #deezer #love #spotifyplaylist #musician #explorepage #trap #beats #dj #musicproducer #singer #hiphopmusic #rapmusic #unsignedartist #art #follow #instagram

10-17
01:00:07

What's the Fact Episode 48: Cinema

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 #podcaster #explorepage #beats #dj #musicproducer #comedian #unsignedartist #art #follow #instagram

10-11
01:13:54

What's The Fact Episode 47: Time

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.

10-03
01:01:22

What's The Fact Episode 46: Art

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

09-30
01:18:04

What's The Fact Episode 45: Weapons

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

09-25
01:11:57

What's The Fact Episode 44: Mining

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.

09-18
52:43

What's The Fact Episode 43: Languages

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

09-12
01:21:14

What's The Fact Episode 42: Chemistry

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

09-05
01:16:29

What's The Fact Episode 41: Gone Too Soon

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

08-28
01:33:32

What's The Fact Episode 40: Ancient Entertainment

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

08-21
01:17:29

What's The Fact Episode 39: Controversial Science

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

08-19
01:24:15

What's The Fact Episode 38: Islands

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

08-14
01:25:24

What's The Fact Episode 37: Religion

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

08-13
01:25:02

What's The Fact Episode 36: Greatest Failures

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

07-14
01:32:09

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