Weird Little Guys

Summary

Weird Little Guys is a deep dive into the fringes of the American extreme, hosted by independent journalist Molly Conger. Each week, the show peels back the layers of the people and movements actively working to undermine democracy, exposing the pathetic, bizarre, and often dangerous realities hiding behind extremist rhetoric. Rather than simply reacting to headlines, Conger applies rigorous investigative journalism to track the lineages of white supremacist groups, analyze the propaganda of the far-right, and examine the political machinations that threaten our historical memory. The podcast excels at humanizing the monsters of history and current events by framing them exactly as they are: weird little guys. Whether Conger is deconstructing a poorly made extremist film, tracing the psychological roots of historical assassins, or investigating the state-sponsored erasure of uncomfortable truths at our national monuments, her approach is consistently sharp, cynical, and deeply researched. You will find a blend of long-form historical narrative and sharp-witted critique of contemporary radicalization. By stripping away the masks of these figures and ideologies, Weird Little Guys offers a necessary, unflinching look at the mechanics of hate in America. It is a show for those who want to understand the grim reality of extremist threats without losing their sense of perspective on the absurdity that often fuels them.

Updated Jul 2, 2026