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Go Fact Yourself is a pop culture trivia show hosted by J. Keith van Straaten (Ask Me Another, Senior Writer) and Helen Hong (Wait Wait... Don't Tell Me, recurring panelist). Each week, van Straaten and Hong test celebrity guests on their self-proclaimed areas of pop culture expertise. Go Fact Yourself comes from LAist and the Maximum Fun Podcast Network (producers of NPR's Bullseye) and is recorded in front of a live audience at The Crawford, located at LAist in Pasadena, CA. For the podcast and additional episodes, go to GoFactYourPod.com.

Saturday 10-11 a.m. and 5-6 p.m. ; Sunday 8-9 p.m.
Upcoming tapings at The Crawford
  • Go Fact Yourself LIVE with Jon Lovett and Christine Lakin

    Sunday, September 7, 2025 from 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM

    On September 7, “Pod Save America” co-host and “Lovett or Leave it” host Jon Lovett (he/him) and actor/producer/choreographer Christine Lakin (she/her), plus other surprise guests, will join J. Keith and Helen for a trivia show like no other! Check back soon for more details.

  • Go Fact Yourself LIVE with Drew Lynch vs. TBD

    Saturday, October 11, 2025 from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM

    On October 11, comedian Drew Lynch (he/him), plus surprise guest experts will join J. Keith and Helen for a trivia show like no other!

  • Go Fact Yourself LIVE with Dermot Mulroney and Loni Love

    Sunday, October 26, 2025 from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM

    On October 26, actor Dermot Mulroney (he/him) and actor/comedian/host Loni Love (she/her), plus other surprise guests, will join J. Keith and Helen for a trivia show like no other! Check back soon for more details.

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  • For a complete schedule of Go Fact Yourself live tapings in all venues, please visit GoFactYourPod.com

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    August 30, 2025: Phil Rosenthal & Sarah Jones
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    August 23, 2025: Ann-Margret & Antonio Villaraigosa
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    August 16, 2025: Mimi Rogers & Matt Rogers
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    August 9, 2025: Andy Richter & Tonya Mosely
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    August 2, 2025: Brenden Hunt & Ashley Burch
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    July 25, 2025: Cameron Esposito & Chris Grace
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    July 19, 2025: Jodie Sweetin & Marc Evan Jackson
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    July 12, 2025: Ed Begley Jr & GloZell
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    July 6th, 2025: Georgia Hardstark & Tim Bagley
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    June 28 2025: Aida Rodriguez & Cory Doctorow
Previous quizzes
  • Our celebrity panelists Alec Mapa and Amy Hill go head to head this week on their knowledge of the musical 'Gypsy' and the TV show 'The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills.' Think you might know more than they do? Go Fact Yourself!
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  • Our celebrity panelists Josefina López and Bruce Vilanch go head to head this week on their knowledge of the musical 'Miss Saigon' and the SS Andrea Doria. Think you might know more than they do? Go Fact Yourself!
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  • Our celebrity panelists Tim Russ and Amber Nelson go head to head this week on their knowledge of World War II and the TV show 'The Twilight Zone.' Think you might know more than they do? Go Fact Yourself!
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  • Our celebrity panelists Cirroc Lofton and Betsy Brandt go head to head this week on their knowledge of Kobe Bryant-era Lakers championships and the plays of Anton Chekhov. Think you might know more than they do? Go Fact Yourself!
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  • Our celebrity panelists Jerry O'Connell and Mallory O'Meara go head to head this week on their knowledge of 80s music and werewolf movies. Think you might know more than they do? Go Fact Yourself!
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  • Our celebrity panelists Sarah Jones and Phil Rosenthal go head to head this week on their knowledge of 1990s East Coast hip-hop and the TV show 'The Odd Couple.' Think you might know more than they do? Go Fact Yourself!
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  • Our celebrity panelists Billy Gardell and Gina Yashere go head to head this week on their knowledge of the Pittsburgh Steelers and 1990s hip hop. Think you might know more than they do? Go Fact Yourself!
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  • Our celebrity panelists Jennifer Tilly and Adam Savage go head to head this week on their knowledge of The Beatles and Raymond Chandler. Think you might know more than they do? Go Fact Yourself!
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  • This week on Go Fact Yourself, it's our "Best of Football" special. Think you know your Super Bowl facts? Go Fact Yourself!
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  • Our celebrity panelists Drew Carey and Yesika Salgado go head to head this week on their knowledge of garage rock and the film 'Dirty Dancing.' Think you might know more than they do? Go Fact Yourself!
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  • Our celebrity panelists Larry Wilmore and Denise Crosby go head to head this week on their knowledge of music from across the pond and swimming down the pool. Think you might know more than they do? Go Fact Yourself!
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  • Our celebrity panelists Ann-Margret and Antonio Villaraigosa go head to head this week on their knowledge of the Raiders football team from the 1980s to the present and L.A. area restaurants. Think you might know more than they do? Go Fact Yourself!
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  • Our celebrity panelists Cameron Esposito and Chris Grace go head to head this week on their knowledge of the TV series 'The L Word' and the podcast 'Never Not Funny.' Think you might know more than they do? Go Fact Yourself!
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  • Our celebrity panelists Cory Doctorow and Aida Rodriguez go head to head this week on their knowledge of Disney's Haunted Mansion ride and Prince's album, 'Purple Rain.' Think you might know more than they do? Go Fact Yourself!
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  • Our celebrity panelists Marc Summers and Michaela Watkins go head to head this week on their knowledge of the talent competition TV show Star Search and pottery. Think you might know more than they do? Go Fact Yourself!
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  • Our celebrity panelists Greg Proops and Sherry Cola go head to head this week on their knowledge of the 1980s San Francisco Giants and the film The Sweetest Thing. Think you might know more than they do? Go Fact Yourself!
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  • Our celebrity panelists Barry Sonnefeld and Jackie Tohn go head to head this week on their knowledge of the Golden Oldies (or Olden Goldies) and Jewish food. Think you might know more than they do? Go Fact Yourself!
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  • Our celebrity panelists Josh McDermitt and Sierra Katow go head to head this week on their knowledge of Kirk Gibson’s game-winning home run from Game one of the 1988 World Series and Season 3 of the animated series Avatar: The Last Airbender. Think you might know more than they do? Go Fact Yourself!
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  • Our celebrity panelists Taran Killam and Jen Kober go head to head this week on their knowledge of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (the film) and the TV series Roseanne. Think you might know more than they do? Go Fact Yourself!
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  • Our celebrity panelists Lisa Ann Walter and Tre'vell Anderson go head to head this week on their knowledge of Sister Act 2 and ballroom dancing. Think you might know more than they do? Go Fact Yourself!
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