| Hyperfixed | |
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| Presentation | |
| Hosted by | Alex Goldman |
| Genre | Documentary |
| Language | English |
| Updates | Biweekly |
| Publication | |
| Original release | October 2, 2024 |
| Provider | Radiotopia (PRX) |
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| Website | hyperfixedpod |
Hyperfixed is a documentary problem-solving podcast created and hosted by journalist and audio producer Alex Goldman. Produced in partnership with Radiotopia from PRX, the show debuted on October 2, 2024. [1] [2]
Listeners submit dilemmas ranging from minor annoyances to life decisions; Goldman reports out the question, interviewing experts and participants and tracing the systems behind the problem and often aiming for a practical resolution or satisfying explanation. [2] The show typically runs 30–60 minutes and releases on a roughly biweekly schedule. [3]
Hyperfixed is independently owned by Goldman and distributed in partnership with Radiotopia from PRX. [2] Early production staff included producers Emma Courtland and Amor Yates. [4] The show also offers a premium tier via Supporting Cast with ad-free and bonus episodes. [5]
The series received positive reviews in major outlets. The Financial Times praised Goldman's solo hosting and the show's “straightforward” investigative format, highlighting episodes that range from supermarket energy efficiency to whether one should have children in the face of global challenges. [6] In The Times , critic James Marriott called Hyperfixed “just wonderful,” noting its return to the inquisitive spirit of Reply All and singling out episodes on supermarket fridges and measurement systems for their curiosity and humor. [7] Radio New Zealand’s podcast segment also reviewed the show, describing it as Goldman's new listener-problem format following Reply All. [8] TechCrunch profiled Goldman’s production approach and setup for Hyperfixed as part of its “How I Podcast” series. [9]
Jeff spoke to Alex on October 2, the launch date of the show.
Documentary Podcast · Updated Biweekly