Reviews
Rate ShowNew top podcast for me
This podcast tickles the curious part of my brain. Super interesting and random topics (like my search engine queries), and stories researched and told really well. 100% recommend. I found it in a random Reddit comment, and my god I wish I could find the redditor who recommended it so I could thank them.
- Burwell88
- Jan. 13, 2026
I missed Reply All and found this
I always loved Reply All and think PJ Vogt has interesting stories and insights. I’m so tired of true crime, politics, cocky pundits, bro podcasts.
I want to LEARN things. I want to know how things work. It’s so hard to find a really good, interesting podcast like this one.
- Generic
- Jan. 10, 2026
Another engaging pod by PJ Vogt
I learned of this Pod from Heavyweight, and I have missed hearing PJ Vogt’s perspective on things. This podcast is engaging and different each week, and PJ shares his whole self in his work. PJ’s newest pod does not disappoint!
I first heard PJ on his former podcast Reply All. It was a polished production that disappeared after the Gimlet/Spotify merger. When that happened , I found the precursor to Reply All; TL|DR. At this point I have listened to all three of PJ’s historical shows and I’m so excited to have found his newest project.
If you’re all caught up on the Search Engine content - be sure to check out PJ’s other content too!
- Tax Able
- Jan. 9, 2026
Incredible pod!
I wish every podcast had this level of research, commentary and insights! A work of ART. The Berghain episode is forever etched into my brain (and btw - I got in a few weeks later — the ep really helped lol).
Excited for more!
- Chelssizzle
- Dec. 31, 2025
My favorite podcast
This is the podcast that got me into podcasts! It’s also the only podcast that I listen to consistently. It’s refreshing, informative, and thought-provoking. I love the deep dives into niche topics and internet mysteries, and the interviews are always great. I recommend it to people all the time.
- erialc999
- Dec. 28, 2025
Great info with humorous presentation
Thank you for this great info. I love Jonathon Goldstein and you are a close second. No wonder the two of you get along. Great topics and interesting answers.
- Ki leen
- Dec. 27, 2025
Gay-dar and the female body
So longtime listen first time caller (so to speak) - PJ we go back a couple podcasts ❤️
I jumped off midway into the first third of the Body Scanner episode to chime in that I am a (gay) female that has been setting off the same scanners in the EXACT SAME WAYs for as long as they have been in use (and as routinely. I am cracking up over here! Fascinating stuff!
- UniverseofYes
- Dec. 20, 2025
Excellent
I don’t write many reviews, but felt compelled to for this one. I love search engine it’s my favorite podcast by far. If you’re looking for something relatable, thought provoking, and entertaining give it a shot.
- AzBoles
- Dec. 20, 2025
Beautiful
The obituary episode was beautiful, and the end portion was very tastefully done. Thank you for giving Whitney’s family a voice.
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- Dec. 9, 2025
Outstanding!
I’m so happy to have found this podcast. It’s the perfect balance between pure entertainment (ex: the episode about “Berghain”) and educational (“Cuddly Killers”). Love the work! Thanks so much for enlightening us on so many fascinating subjects.
- llswartz3
- Dec. 9, 2025
Great storytelling and explainers
This is my favorite podcast. Their approach to storytelling keeps me engaged and they do a great job explaining concepts and bringing in interesting experts who I sometimes end up following (Matt Levine of Money Stuff and Joseph from 404 media). Keep up the great work!
- Idontevenwatchsoccer
- Dec. 5, 2025
I needed this!
I didn’t realize how much I missed PJ’s laugh until I was checking in on my favorite podcast, Heavyweight, and heard the best laugh I haven’t heard since PJ’s last show. So happy to have that back in my laugh.
- Jacigeorge
- Dec. 5, 2025
Solid-to-banger
Great topics, great interviews. Only let down by bringing Ezra Klein on - he’s such a hack and it brings this neolib elite intellectual vibe that is so white and out of touch
- Deeeeeedubya
- Nov. 27, 2025
Born for this
The gift of storytelling with words and music that creates an image in each listener’s mind without any visual display by the presenter is rare indeed. PJ & Sruthi produce episodes that conjure those images as though they have been doing this their entire working lives, and it shows . Search Engine is the perfect template of podcast production.
- Juanwhoknows
- Nov. 27, 2025
A Love Letter To Curiosity
Search Engine took some time to find its stride, but has solidified itself into the standards of my podcasts for about 2 years now. The way the stories are written and told connects topics like technology to a very human attribute of curiosity. The search engine team, and PJ in particular are doing an excellent job and hope we continue to see them thrive.
- Daniel J Garcia
- Nov. 25, 2025
Favorite Podcast
Incredible storytelling. PJ has a worldview that feels familiar and honest. The types of stories he tells are fascinating. Huge fan!
- tab.smith
- Nov. 8, 2025
China vs America
Great insightful interview by PJ with Oliver Letwin, writer of China vs America. Enlightening description of fundamental differences between the two countries and how these differences impact the quality of life and advancement of public infrastructure.
- RacquetLady
- Nov. 3, 2025
- f1-fan not taken
- Oct. 31, 2025
- Nicolevk11
- Oct. 31, 2025
One of my podcasts
I was a replyAll listener and recently found out PJ created Search Engine. PJ and his team found a way to create a new formula that keeps you engaged. He dives deeper into topics that he finds interesting or compelling while putting his two cents. It’s more personal yet still has a bit for everyone. Been binging episodes and am almost caught up. 10/10 would recommend and I recommend to all my friends. Keep up the great work y’all 🤘
(Side note: I don’t even use Apple Podcasts, I use Spotify but wanted to give y’all your flowers)
- @jzarate_17 (follow yah boi)
- Oct. 30, 2025
Infinitely listenable
Search engine is a very enjoyable and bingeable show. It spans all kinds of topics and questions, and the team finds ways to keep it interesting. I find myself going back for a re-listen on some of the more concrete questions (that episode on inflation from 2024 was really insightful). Even with the more existential questions, the host makes sure the listener ends the ep with some degree of closure.
- aroskere
- Oct. 22, 2025
- Vincent K
- Oct. 19, 2025
Can’t get enough
Not only do I love Search Engine and the interesting and thoughtful questions that PJ asks of the world and of his guests, but I have also been introduced to some of my favorite podcasts through this show. Thank you guys!
- Vedder lover
- Oct. 4, 2025
Listen to this guy.
He’s young enough to still be hip, and old enough to be authoritative. Every episode seems like it should have taken MONTHS to produce. And they just keep comin’. Listen to all the episodes for free, then get incognito. You’ll want to.
- S.Tooth
- Oct. 4, 2025