#349 AJ Gentile - Grand Canyon Conspiracies, AI Extinction and Nuclear War on Mars
The Shawn Ryan Show · Shawn Ryan
Oct 19, 2026 · 2 h 45 min
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AJ Gentile is the creator and host of The Why Files, the hit series exploring mysteries, conspiracies, strange history, science, and the unexplained. Before launching the show, AJ worked in stand-up comedy and radio, including roles with MTV/VH1 and SiriusXM. The Why Files has since grown into a massive online community, known for presenting extraordinary stories and then breaking down what can - and can’t - be supported by the evidence. AJ has also expanded the brand with The Basement, where he sits down for longer-form conversations with researchers, witnesses, and others connected to the…
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