Omnibus

Omnibus

Every week, Ken Jennings and John Roderick add a new entry to the OMNIBUS, an encyclopedic reference work of strange-but-true stories that they are compiling as a time capsule for future generations.

  • 1 hour 10 minutes
    The World's Largest Drum (Entry 144.CO0807)
    In which giant university marching drums, mythic African war drums, and even a Salvadoran bronze masterpiece take center stage — guided by Futureling Natalie Hudson. Certificate #31992.
    7 April 2026, 8:02 pm
  • 57 minutes 45 seconds
    The Filibuster War (Entry 468.RE0602)
    In which Futureling Hugh Scott unpacks the saga of drifter, doctor, and self-declared president William Walker. Certificate #28903
    31 March 2026, 11:03 pm
  • 1 hour 14 minutes
    "Champagne" in New Mexico (Entry 205.DA0201)
    In which Futureling Katie Tarara uncovers the surprising rise of a symbol of French celebration in the American Southwest. Certificate #31308
    24 March 2026, 7:10 am
  • 1 hour 18 minutes
    The Pyramid of North Dakota (Entry 1014.IS1901)
    In which a lonely concrete pyramid in North Dakota uncovers the story of America’s ambitious—and short-lived—Cold War missile defense system, with guest Michael Milner. Certificate #1502
    17 March 2026, 7:00 am
  • 53 minutes 45 seconds
    Worcester Sauce (Entry 1442.NU1150)
    In which comedian Saul Henry discusses the global reach of Worcestershire sauce and regional British accents. Certificate #37300.
    12 March 2026, 10:00 am
  • 1 hour 12 minutes
    Eurowesterns (Entry 431.EZ0902)
    In which Futureling Robert educates John about Germany's all-time best-selling author—and fraudster—Karl May. Special appearance by Einstein. Certificate #23821.
    5 March 2026, 11:00 am
  • 1 hour 26 minutes
    Surrealist Prank Calls (Entry 1258.OB0102)
    In which Erin Dawson, a trans black metal musician who goes by the moniker Genital Shame, explores the nature of prank calls, their cultural significance, and Longmont Potion Castle. Certificate #50858.
    26 February 2026, 11:00 am
  • 1 hour 33 minutes
    Candlestick Park (Entry 179.EX3937)
    In which writer and podcaster Grant Brisbee reveals the history of baseball's worst stadium. Special appearance by Richard Nixon and The Beatles. Certificate #31484.
    19 February 2026, 11:00 am
  • 1 hour 39 minutes
    The Phantom Time Hypothesis (Entry 928.PR1027)
    In which various crackpots and Russians decide that three hundred years of the European "dark ages" simply didn't happen, and Ken doesn't want his eulogy to be vague. Certificate #22651.
    12 February 2026, 11:00 am
  • 1 hour 18 minutes
    Tama Bell Brass (Entry 1275.PR2225)
    In which author, music executive and host of the Identified podcast Nabil Ayers discusses selling used CDs, The Terminator, The Drum Doctor and more. Certificate #48391.
    5 February 2026, 11:00 am
  • 1 hour 29 minutes
    Second Missouri Compromise (Entry 1122.MA0624)
    In which Linus Chan explores American citizenship, the law, and the long shadow of the Missouri Compromise. Certificate #24581.
    29 January 2026, 11:00 am
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