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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.
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Episodes

The Monstrefact: The Werewolf Ozzy Osbourne

In this episode of STBYM’s The Monstrefact, Robert discusses the werewolf persona of late heavy metal icon Ozzy Osbourne, from his 1983 album “Bark at the Moon.” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 23, 20255 min

Food Storage Mad Science, Part 1

In this two-part series of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Joe is joined by guests Anney Reese and Lauren Vogelbaum of the Savor podcast to talk about a collection of fascinating and bizarre transformations that food can undergo when stored in the right (or wrong) conditions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 22, 20251 hr 7 min

Weirdhouse Cinema Rewind: Legend

In this classic episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe discuss Ridley Scott’s dark fairy tale “Legend,” starring Tom Cruise, Mia Sara and Tim Curry. (originally published 8/30/2024) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 21, 20251 hr 32 min

From the Vault: The Ninja, Part 2

In this four-part series from Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe discuss the history, science and legend of the ninja or shinobi. Feudal Japan’s espionage specialists might not have resembled the characters in your favorite action movie, but they’ve become fictionalized staples of global popular culture while keeping to the shadows of history. (originally published 7/30/2024) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 19, 202544 min

Weirdhouse Cinema: Deerskin

In this episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Joe and guest host J.J. discuss Quentin Dupieux's 2019 film "Deerskin," starring Jean Dujardin and Adèle Haenel. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 18, 20251 hr 18 min

From the Vault: The Ninja, Part 1

In this four-part series from Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe discuss the history, science and legend of the ninja or shinobi. Feudal Japan’s espionage specialists might not have resembled the characters in your favorite action movie, but they’ve become fictionalized staples of global popular culture while keeping to the shadows of history. (originally published 7/25/2024) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 17, 202552 min

Smart Talks with IBM: L’Oréal and IBM: AI-Powered Beauty

This week, the show takes you behind the scenes at L'Oréal’s research center in New Jersey. Malcolm Gladwell delves into the complexities of cosmetic formulation and the AI partnership with IBM. Learn how AI is poised to revolutionize the creation of beauty products, to make them even more sustainable and innovative. This is a paid advertisement from IBM. The conversations on this podcast don't necessarily represent IBM's positions, strategies or opinions. Visit us at https://www.ibm.com/think/p...

Jul 16, 202527 min

STBYM Listener Mail: The Bog

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.

Jul 15, 202550 min

Weirdhouse Cinema Rewind: The Warriors

In this classic episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe take a street gang odyssey across New York City with 1979’s “The Warriors.” (originally published 8/23/2024) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 14, 20251 hr 31 min

From the Vault: Hair on Fire, Part 2

In this classic two-parter from Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe discuss the chemistry, space science and mythology of burning hair. So strap in for a discussion of everything from pirates and barbecue mishaps to Latin literature and science fiction. (originally published 7/23/2024) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 12, 202544 min

Weirdhouse Cinema: The White Reindeer

In this episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe discuss the 1952 Finnish folk horror film "The White Reindeer," starring Mirjami Kuosmanen. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 11, 20251 hr 17 min

The Manta Ray, Part 3

In this series of episodes from Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe discuss the majestic manta ray. In this episode, learn all about their parasites, brains and cleaning stations. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 10, 20251 hr 1 min

The Monstrefact: Monster Mantas of Chilean Folklore

In this episode of STBYM’s The Monstrefact, Robert discusses a pair of creatures from Chilean folklore that may connect to observations of the manta ray… See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 09, 20256 min

The Manta Ray, Part 2

In this series of episodes from Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe discuss the majestic manta ray. In this episode, learn all about manta ray reproduction and accounts of their pulling boats around by their anchors. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 08, 202538 min

Weirdhouse Cinema Rewind: Shocking Dark

In this classic episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe discuss the shameless 1989 “Aliens” knock-off “Shocking Dark,” directed by Bruno Mattei and written by “Troll 2” scribes Rossella Drudi and Claudio Fragasso. (originally published 8/2/2024) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 07, 20251 hr 18 min

From the Vault: Hair on Fire, Part 1

In this classic two-parter from Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe discuss the chemistry, space science and mythology of burning hair. So strap in for a discussion of everything from pirates and barbecue mishaps to Latin literature and science fiction. (originally published 7/18/2024) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 05, 202541 min

Weirdhouse Cinema: Ravenous

In this special July 4th episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe discuss the 1999 frontier cannibal horror film “Ravenous,” directed by Antonia Bird and starring Guy Pearce and Robert Carlyle. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 04, 20251 hr 27 min

Dinner with King Tut, with Sam Kean

In this episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert chats with Sam Kean about his new book “Dinner with King Tut: How Rogue Archaeologists Are Re-creating the Sights, Sounds, Smells, and Tastes of Lost Civilizations.” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 03, 202543 min

The Monstrefact: Manta Rays of Dungeons & Dragons

In this episode of STBYM’s The Monstrefact, Robert discusses uses of the manta ray in Dungeons and Dragons, the fictional Ixitxachitls and what it all seems to reflect about humanity’s relationship to real-world manta rays. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 02, 20256 min

The Manta Ray, Part 1

In this series of episodes from Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe discuss the majestic manta ray, from its biology and lifecycle to conservation issues and its portrayal in mythology, folk beliefs and even 1930s horror movies. Learn all about these strange and beautiful creatures and what’s being done to ensure their survival. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 01, 202547 min

Weirdhouse Cinema Rewind: It! The Terror from Beyond Space

In this classic episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe discuss the 1958 space horror film “It! The Terror from Beyond Space,” considered one of several key influences on the 1979 classic “Alien.” (originally published 7/19/2024) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 30, 20251 hr 25 min

From the Vault: Yuru-chara: Japanese Mascots, Part 2

In this classic episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe discuss Japan’s beloved yuru-chara, corporate and governmental mascots that are undeniably cute but with deeper connections to other aspects of Japanese culture. (originally published 7/11/2024) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 28, 202547 min

Weirdhouse Cinema: Lady Terminator

In this episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe discuss the infamously wild 1988 Indonesian folk-horror mockbuster “Lady Terminator,” directed by Tjut Djalil and starring Barbara Anne Constable as the unstoppable machine gun-toting avatar of the South Sea Queen. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 27, 20251 hr 14 min

The Extreme Maneuverability of Hummingbirds, with Roslyn Dakin

In this episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert chats with Carleton University’s Roslyn Dakin about a new study into the biology and physics of high-stakes hummingbird flight. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 26, 202534 min

Animalia Stupendium: The Coconut Crab

Bored with dragons, the wizard Argomandanies turns his arcane attention to the fantastic fauna of the natural world. Welcome to Animalia Stupendium, a chronicle of Earth’s amazing biodiversity with all the enthusiasm of a fantasy monster book. In this episode, the wizard will consider the mighty Coconut Crab. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 25, 20257 min

The Invention of Roller Skates

In this invention-themed episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe build on last month's episode on ice skates with a discussion of their wheelbase spin off: the rollerskate! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 24, 202557 min

Weirdhouse Cinema Rewind: The Devil Bat

In this classic episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe discuss the 1940 American horror film “The Devil Bat,” starring Bela Lugosi and Suzanne Kaaren. Watch out, because giant bats are coming for your aftershave! (originally published 7/12/2024) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 23, 20251 hr 15 min

From the Vault: Yuru-chara: Japanese Mascots, Part 1

In this classic episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe discuss Japan’s beloved yuru-chara, corporate and governmental mascots that are undeniably cute but with deeper connections to other aspects of Japanese culture. (originally published 7/9/2024) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 21, 20251 hr 4 min

Weirdhouse Cinema: Akira Kurosawa’s Dreams

In this episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe dive into Akira Kurosawa’s gorgeous and surreal 1990 anthology film, "Dreams." See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 20, 20251 hr 32 min

Lost Wonders, with Tom Lathan

In this episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert chats with Tom Lathan, author of “Lost Wonders: 10 Tales of Extinction from the 21st Century.” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 19, 202545 min
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