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We try to make sense of the world, one question at a time. No question too big, no question too small. Hosted by PJ Vogt, edited by Sruthi Pinnamaneni.***Named one of the best podcasts by Vulture, Time, The Economist, & Vogue. (OK, in 2023, but still...)***

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  • Angryrugbyman
    My favorite podcast
    I was so sad when reply all ended. But search engine fills the void. It’s funny, intelligent and a joy to listen. So glad this is here.
  • Tiff2344
    Favorite show of mine
    This is honestly my favorite podcast. PJ reports like my brain works.
  • MrPink468
    Journalism at its best
    This show and particularly PJ Vogt reminds us all why journalism is important, can be interesting, and bring us together while still being incredibly fun. If you like thorough answers to peculiar but important questions there is nothing better.
  • oldzeb22
    I love it!!
    This is a great podcast, I recommend it all the time. PJ covers questions from the mundane, to the profound. His guests are funny, thoughtful, and always interesting. Love it!
  • Doria N.
    Yay! You’re Back!!!!
    I’m so glad I found you again…I was an avid listener of Reply All and was disheartened by the programming changes that were made to that show- I stopped listening as soon as you departed. Welcome back to my airwaves- I missed you and this show is like a return home to the great pioneering podcasts of yore❤️
  • Zach Rating Man
    5 Stars!
    Great show where every topic is interesting and you always learn something about something!
  • Tyrael320
    Love this podcast
    I am not very big into podcasts overall, but Search Engine is one of the few that I am always looking forward to listening to as new episodes are released. I loved Reply All and I like that this show can be a bit similar in ways, while still having its own identity. Definitely recommend checking it out, if you’re not already a listener.
  • pizzuh1
    PJ is the goat
    Long time listener of Reply All, and glad he’s back with Search Engine. Great stories and great journalism
  • Lizzyfc
    My go to
    When I get in the car and have a drive ahead of me the absolute first thing I do is open Podcasts and look for a new episode of Search Engine. It’s my go to for light, funny, informative and smart. More episodes please PJ and team! More Berghain!
  • Elleshyman
    Love it
    Great podcast - especially love the episodes where they focus on solving a specific mystery
  • EffMayson
    Love this show!
    I listen to a lot of podcasts every week but I always seem to be mentioning whatever story of the week is on Search Engine to my friends more than any other show. Keep up the great work!
  • mi mi the great
    very well informed
    love the topics
  • ruthieroars125
    so much fun
    my fiance and i listen while we clean the house
  • CERollings
    The best
    Honestly, my favourite podcast on the internet.
  • pease porridge
    Great show
    Great show and host
  • get refund$
    Long time, first time
    I’ve been listening to PJ for over a decade and I put his tech/pop/culture journalistic storytelling against anybody’s. Cannot rec high enough
  • Nonetobefound
    Excellent!
    Thought provoking and always interesting. Well researched.
  • Fuzzyfrankx
    Great stuff!
    I love going down rabbit holes. This show scratches that itch so well!
  • Willbobagginses
    The rabbit hole
    This show sends you down the rabbit hole on almost always interesting topics. Often times it’s even topics that you wouldn’t think about but the story telling of the always draws ya. Mr PJ and crew always delight with their thoughts that they share.
  • Openappled1
    Great Show!
    Interesting topics, informed reporting and an excellent host. Who could want more? Search Engine is a must listen Podcast for me.
  • Angi10
    Thoughtful and Entertaining
    I appreciate PJ and search enjoyment team’s thoughtful research and entertaining production. The episode on chicken bone litter was eye opening for me, as I had thought lazy people weren’t blame for the chicken bones littering the streets of Hampton, Virginia. Now I will suspect rats. Thanks for your hard work.
  • bookreader200
    Amazing pod
    Love PJ
  • Vmleo
    Love
    Love love love
  • Nomadgirl777
    One of its kind!
    I love the show, it is so unique and covers such a vast variety of topics. If nothing else, listen to it for PJ’s laugh he has the greatest laugh you’ll ever hear, it is contagious.
  • Cassius Longinus
    Excellent General Interest Show
    Great production value, great variety of topics, fun music. I’ve been a fan of the host since discovering him on Reply All and he continues to deliver great narrative audio.
  • CupOfTea82
    Entertaining
    Glad to have PJ back with another question answering podcast. I enjoy each episode.
  • Ms Mary contrary
    Great listen
    I love PJ and I love this show, it is a great “general” listen it is not topical, which is fantastic because I’m weaning myself off a new addiction. Keep up the great work Search Engine team!
  • ajm263
    10/10
    PJs cringe but endearing laugh will have me listening for as long as he’s making episodes. Love it
  • D-Thomp
    Love the show
    This show is such a delight. With so many things to listen to that make me feel sad or angry or small, this show is fun and engaging without being trivial. Keep up the great work!
  • SflyL
    Great show.
    Thought provoking and proactive. Big fan.
  • Rolfwiggum
    Great follow up to reply all
    Wonderfully produced and informative podcast
  • rinaabadi
    PJ is such a good storyteller!
    This podcast is my current fave. I wait each week for new episodes. PJ Vogt is a great storyteller. The Berghain episodes are so engaging and I was so into them, even when I’m not in the techno scene. Kudos. I used to listen to reply all too and that’s how I learned about this one. Listen ;-)
  • Johntopoftheworld
    Such a great show!
    This show helps answer questions I didn’t even know I had. It’s really wonderful.
  • j712638457393826375
    I love this show!
    This show is a delightful combination of mystery and internet culture; it’s unafraid to tackle bizarre, overlooked, and even (seemingly) mundane questions that keep me on the edge of my seat. Every episode has a good laugh, a strange twist, and a peak into the daunting complexity of the modern world. Worth catching every episode!
  • cdog327
    My favourite podcast
    Quality journalism, incredibly entertaining, authentic and fun. A must listen.
  • Dcz89
    Great podcast
    This is a human generated podcast saying this podcast is great in order to feed the algorithm because this podcast really actually is pretty fun to listen to thanks for making it and hope a lot more people get to listen to it
  • Julia Boas
    Every episode is a win
    I recommend this podcast to my friends all the time. I love every episode but particularly the ones for big systemic questions about turning office buildings to housing or explaining inflation or the national debt. Thank you PJ and team.
  • inelliecity
    giggling and kicking my feet
    i love that every time a new episode pops up on my feed i have no idea what to expect—this show is truly always a surprise and a delight!! it also inspired me to buy red socks so mine stop disappearing—
  • mskinner752
    Search engine cooks
    Fairly new listener. Absolute convert. I eagerly await each episode drop — thanks for bringing delight into my week, a smile to my face, and fodder for dinner conversation 👏🏼
  • Tt19932013
    Great Podcast
    Stories are well researched and told in an entertaining way. The production value is high quality. Absolutely worth trying out regardless of who you are.
  • milastie78
    best podcast
    this is one of the best podcasts out there - interesting topics, well researched and reported, great guests. PJ vogt is awesome
  • elisa8195
    So good!
    One of my fave podcasts to listen to. The perfect mix of silly and serious.
  • JesseSherwood
    Solid
    Solid
  • Riata1234
    uniquely wonderful
    just give it a listen. pick whichever title sounds most interesting to you. fall in love…
  • Z_Mack
    PJ is one of the greats
    Worth your time
  • Man Show Boy
    Always interesting
    Always interesting stories with good humor and amazing production
  • Barnabythenothing
    Just a really solid podcast
    If you a curious person, this is a great thing to put in your earholes.
  • dfrankel33
    best podcast
    best podcast currently in production
  • kevwebdev
    My Favorite Podcast
    PJ continues to to peak my curiosity with questions I didn't know I needed answer to. Every episode is a delight.
  • DevWearsPrada
    The best
    Recommend an ep from this podcast almost every week. Really few people still executing something at this level nowadays.
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