Fart Facts

Ever wonder which silent-but-deadly farts deserve to be immortalized? We're inducting the greatest SBDs of all time into our Hall of Fame—from Benjamin Franklin's diplomatic masterpiece to NASA's elevator incident.

Why does your partner's gas seem worse than yours? Science explains the surprising role of olfactory adaptation, gut bacteria, and psychology in making their farts seem more pungent.

Ever released one so powerful people literally evacuated? Here's the science behind room-clearing farts—and why some are weapons-grade while others are harmless. The Instant Exodus We've all witnessed it. Someone…

You think modern taxes are absurd? Try living in medieval England, where passing gas could literally cost you. Welcome to the wild world of historical flatulence regulation.

Not all farts are created equal. We rank the 10 most common types of farts by smell intensity—from the innocent Phantom to the devastating Hot Ones. Science, humor, and survival tips included.

Ever wonder why you fart more on airplanes? It's not you—it's physics. Discover the fascinating science behind high-altitude flatulence and learn how to survive your next flight with dignity intact.