Got Questions? Good.
At Fifty Questions, we believe curiosity isn’t a distraction—it’s a superpower. Here, the little things you wonder about become sparks that light up bigger conversations.
In Case You Were Wondering…
What’s the fastest way to peel a boiled egg? Why does your brain replay awkward memories at 2 a.m.? How come the word “monosyllabic” isn’t monosyllabic?
These are the kinds of things we have to know. Not because they’re urgent—but because they’re itchy. Questions that stick in your mind until you finally scratch at them.
At Fifty Questions, we chase those itches with curiosity, research, and a dash of humor. Every answer is crafted to be clear, engaging, and backed by credible sources—so you can trust what you’re reading as much as you enjoy it.
We Don’t Just Answer—We Ignite Curiosity
Knowledge should be clear, surprising, and worth remembering. Every piece we publish is fact-checked, thoughtfully explained, and told the way a sharp friend would share it—smart, simple, and just a little cheeky.
How We Pick the Questions
There’s a method to the madness. (Well, sort of.)
When we choose what to explore, we ask ourselves:
- Is this something people really wonder about?
- Can we explain it clearly without dumbing it down?
- Does it have an unexpected twist or fun angle?
- Will it spark more questions—and better conversations?
Some questions are weird. Some are serious. Some seem simple, but lead us somewhere surprising. Whatever the path, we make sure the answer is both enjoyable and reliable.
Meet the Questioneers
We’re not know-it-alls—we’re know-more-ers. Our team is made up of educators, researchers, journalists, and everyday explorers who share one thing: a love of learning.
From etymology and folklore to science and psychology, each contributor brings their own spark. Together, we turn your “Hmm…” into “Aha!” with stories that stick and facts you can trust.
Sloane Vega
Science Sleuth & Wonder Hunter
Sloane makes the odd make sense—from black holes to brain freeze. With a background in physics and a love of explaining the “un-Googleable,” she digs into weird facts and mind-bending science with style.
Sloane makes the odd make sense—from black holes to brain freeze. With a background in physics and a love of explaining the “un-Googleable,” she digs into weird facts and mind-bending science with style.
Miles Yoon
Behavior Decoder & Everyday Logic Guy
Miles is fascinated by why we do what we do. He blends behavioral science and habit design to answer the “Should I actually...?” kind of questions we all think but rarely ask out loud.
Miles is fascinated by why we do what we do. He blends behavioral science and habit design to answer the “Should I actually...?” kind of questions we all think but rarely ask out loud.
Zora Blake
Culture Critic & Social Curiosity Collector
Zora follows the strange signals of modern life—rituals, emojis, side-eyes, you name it. With a lens on language, behavior, and digital culture, she makes the abstract feel surprisingly personal.
Zora follows the strange signals of modern life—rituals, emojis, side-eyes, you name it. With a lens on language, behavior, and digital culture, she makes the abstract feel surprisingly personal.
Felix Rowe
Curiosity Generalist & Idea Explorer
Felix chases the questions that don’t fit in neat categories. With a background in storytelling and a brain wired for connections, he dives into anything that sparks wonder—from ancient myths to modern memes.
Felix chases the questions that don’t fit in neat categories. With a background in storytelling and a brain wired for connections, he dives into anything that sparks wonder—from ancient myths to modern memes.
Answers You Can Take for a Walk
Some answers are fun to know. Ours are fun to think about. They stick with you on the bus ride, at the dinner table, or mid-shower when your brain starts connecting dots. Around here, the best answers don’t end the conversation—they start fifty more.