Why people recommend it
The Guinness Book of World Records by Unknown is an annual reference book compiling authenticated world records of human achievements and natural extremes. On an episode of Stuff You Should Know, Chuck recommended that listeners purchase a copy of the book every year when the new edition comes out. During the same episode, Josh Clark discussed the fascinating origins of the publication, explaining its surprising historical connection to the famous Guinness beer company. He noted that the individual who served as the managing director of Arthur Guinness Son and Company Limited was directly responsible for coming up with the concept that eventually led to the creation of the world-famous record-keeping franchise. The hosts explored how a promotional idea cooked up by a brewing company executive evolved into an iconic global institution that captures the imagination of readers of all ages. Through their engaging conversation, they highlighted both the practical appeal of collecting the annual editions and the quirky corporate history behind how the reference staple came to be, providing listeners with a deeper appreciation for the famous compendium of human feats and planetary wonders.
Who recommended it
- Josh Clark Discussed
Josh Clark — 1 mention
“if you've ever wondered if the Guinness Book of World Records is actually connected to the Guinness beer company my friend yes they absolutely are the guy who was the managing director of Guinness son and Company Limited the Guinness beer company was also the guy responsible for coming up with the Guinness Book of World Records”
Mentioned on the show without a named speaker — 1
“or even better go buy a copy of the Guinness Book of World Records comes out every year”
Also mentioned in the same episodes
Other mentions (8: passing, ad reads, own books)
“There's a great Guinness Book of World Records book joke. Oh no. Where's this go? Went to the library and I found that my dick was in the Guinness Book of World Records and then unfortunately someone asked me to remove it.”
“one of um one of the most amazing books when I was a kid was the Guinness Book of World Records and he'd always look for the fattest guy”
“let's give a shout out to listener mallerie Stafford who's the one who suggested that we do an episode on the Guinness Book of World Records so thanks a lot mallerie”
“the guinness book of world records will let you jump a rocket car across the grand canyon”
“the guinness book of world records will let you jump a rocket car across the grand canyon”
“uh i was so embarrassed about the mistake so i could barely talk about it and it was in the guinness book of worlds records and it was the fastest processor on the planet”
“you might have eleven or nine you know eleven or nine Asian dudes you know some vietze or some laotians you know popping off given to that you know that um what's a call when they prick your skin with all those needles at one time like one of those bicycles in the Guinness Book of World Records”
“the Guinness Book of World Records the saltwater crocodile caught in Australia as the largest crocodile in captivity measures 17 feet 11.75 inches”