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Stuff To Blow Your Mind

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Deep in the back of your mind, you’ve always had the feeling that there’s something strange about reality. There is. Join Robert Lamb and Joe McCormick as they examine neurological quandaries, cosmic mysteries, evolutionary marvels and our transhuman future.

Episodes

The Monstrefact: Count Orlok

In this episode of STBYM’s The Monstrefact, Robert discusses the monstrous villain from the 2024 film “Nosferatu,” directed by Robert Eggers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 26, 20256 min

Weirdhouse Cinema Rewind: The Green Slime

In this classic episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe discuss 1968’s “The Green Slime,” a surprisingly procedural sci-fi film full of rubbery monsters, serious men, model rockets and more than a little bit of green slime. (originally published 08/18/2023) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 24, 20251 hr 24 min

From the Vault: Strange Ice, Part 1

In this classic episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe discuss a handful of novel ice formations and how scientists believe they form. (originally published 1/30/2024, part 1 of 2) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 22, 202547 min

Weirdhouse Cinema Rewind: The Viewing

In this classic episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe discuss Panos Cosmatos’ “The Viewing,'' a delightfully psychotronic 2022 short film featured on Guillermo del Toro's Cabinet of Curiosities. There's no smoking in the Obelisk Chamber. (originally published 08/11/2023) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 21, 20251 hr 10 min

From the Vault: The Illusion of Control, Part 3

In this classic episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe discuss our psychological tendency to overestimate our control over events, with implications for everything from gambling and paranormal beliefs to our movements through everyday life. (originally published 2/13/2024, part 3 of 3) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 20, 202556 min

The Monstrefact Redux: Aliens of the Planet of Doubt

In this classic episode of STBYM’s The Monstrefact, Robert discusses a fictional denizen of the planet Uranus, as brought to life in Stanley G. Weinbaum’s 1935 short story “The Planet of Doubt.” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 19, 20256 min

From the Vault: The Illusion of Control, Part 2

In this classic episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe discuss our psychological tendency to overestimate our control over events, with implications for everything from gambling and paranormal beliefs to our movements through everyday life. (originally published 2/10/2024, part 2 of 3) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 18, 202550 min

Weirdhouse Cinema Rewind: Blacula

In this classic episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe discuss the 1972 horror film “Blacula” directed by William Crain and starring William Marshall as Prince Mamuwalde. (originally published 2/2/2024) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 17, 20251 hr 20 min

From the Vault: The Illusion of Control, Part 1

In this classic episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe discuss our psychological tendency to overestimate our control over events, with implications for everything from gambling and paranormal beliefs to our movements through everyday life. (originally published 2/8/2024, part 1 of 3) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 15, 202541 min

Weirdhouse Cinema: The Hunger

In this special Valentine’s Day episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe discuss the 1983 goth LGBTQ vampire horror film “The Hunger,” directed by Tony Scott and starring Catherine Deneuve, David Bowie and Susan Sarandon. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 14, 20252 hr 38 min

The Burning Mountains of Io, Part 3

In this episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe return once more to the Jovian moon of Io, to discuss more recent findings about its volcanism and geology, as well as a look at the mythology behind its name. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 13, 202549 min

The Artifact: Claude Glass

In this episode of STBYM’s The Artifact, Robert discusses the Claude Glass, a black mirror for viewing landscapes during the 19th century… See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 12, 20256 min

The Burning Mountains of Io, Part 2

In this episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe return once more to the Jovian moon of Io, to discuss more recent findings about its volcanism and geology, as well as a look at the mythology behind its name. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 11, 202547 min

Weirdhouse Cinema Rewind: The Dunwich Horror

Today's Weirdhouse Cinema rewind is a love story, as well as a hippie necronomicon extravaganza. Join Rob and Joe as they crack open 1970’s “The Dunwich Horror,” starring the late, great Dean Stockwell, Sandra Dee and Ed Begley Sr. (originally published 11/19/2021) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 10, 20251 hr 9 min

From the Vault: The Nature of the Diamond, Part 4

In this episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe explore various historical interpretations of the diamond, from divine tears to both a potent medicine and a deadly poison. (part 4 of 4) (originally published 1/25/2024) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 08, 202539 min

Weirdhouse Cinema: The Brainiac

In this episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe discuss the 1962 Mexican monster movie “The Brainiac,” directed by Chano Urueta and starring Abel Salazar as the evil Baron Vitelius d'Estera. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 07, 20252 hr 30 min

The Burning Mountains of Io, Part 1

In this episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe return once more to the Jovian moon of Io, to discuss more recent findings about its volcanism and geology, as well as a look at the mythology behind its name. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 06, 202547 min

The Monstrefact: The Crimson Mist of Dungeons and Dragons

In this episode of STBYM’s The Monstrefact, Robert discusses the Crimson Mist entity from the world of Dungeons and Dragons, as well as its folkloric relatives… See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 05, 20255 min

The Invention of Cotton Candy, Part 2

So what exactly IS cotton candy and how does this curious confectionary concoction tie into other culinary traditions, including China’s Dragon’s beard candy? Find out in this episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 04, 202540 min

Weirdhouse Cinema Rewind: Creature with the Atom Brain

Why is he acting so strange? Do you think he's one of them? In this classic episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe experience 1955's "Creature with the Atom Brain," starring Richard Denning and Angela Stevens. (originally published 07/07/2023) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 03, 20251 hr 19 min

From the Vault: The Nature of the Diamond, Part 3

In this episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe explore various historical interpretations of the diamond, from divine tears to both a potent medicine and a deadly poison. (part 3 of 4) (originally published 1/23/2024) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 01, 202550 min

Weirdhouse Cinema: Dracula (1931)

In this episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe discuss the iconic 1931 Universal Pictures adaptation of “Dracula,” directed by Tod Browning and starring Bela Lugosi in his most iconic performance. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 31, 20252 hr 35 min

The Invention of Cotton Candy, Part 1

So what exactly IS cotton candy and how does this curious confectionary concoction tie into other culinary traditions, including China’s Dragon’s beard candy? Find out in this episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 30, 20251 hr 2 min

Smart Talks with IBM: How Infrastructure is Powering the Age of AI

In this episode of Smart Talks with IBM , Malcolm Gladwell speaks with Ric Lewis, IBM’s Senior Vice President of Infrastructure.  They discuss how hardware capability has enabled the matrix math required to run large language models. Furthermore, they delve into some creative examples of how to put AI to work: from your bank to your local coffee shop.  Ric underscores the importance of infrastructure in unlocking the potential of AI, helping businesses harness their data to drive...

Jan 29, 202556 min

Listener Mail: The Memory of Trees

Once more, it's time for a dose of Stuff to Blow Your Mind and Weirdhouse Cinema listener mail... See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 28, 202555 min

Weirdhouse Cinema Rewind: A Chinese Ghost Story

In this classic episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe discuss the 1987 Hong Kong supernatural romance comedy “A Chinese Ghost Story,” featuring screaming skulls, a seductive ghost and an evil tree demon. It’s a cult classic! (originally published 6/17/2022) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 27, 20251 hr 9 min

From the Vault: The Nature of the Diamond, Part 2

In this episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe explore various historical interpretations of the diamond, from divine tears to both a potent medicine and a deadly poison. (part 2 of 4) (originally published 1/18/2024) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 25, 202543 min

Weirdhouse Cinema: Footprints on the Moon

In this episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe tap into the January Giallo spirit of things with 1975’s “Footprints on the Moon,” a beautifully-shot surreal mystery starring Florinda Bolkan, Peter McEnery, Nicoletta Elmi and Klaus Kinski -- with cinematography by Oscar-winner Vittorio Storaro. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 24, 20252 hr 31 min