Synopsis
Deep in the back of your mind, youve always had the feeling that theres something strange about reality. There is. Join Robert and Joe as they examine neurological quandaries, cosmic mysteries, evolutionary marvels and our transhuman future on Stuff To Blow Your Mind, a podcast from HowStuffWorks.com.
Episodes
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The Hogs of Hell, Part 2
29/10/2024 Duration: 42minIn this episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe discuss various demonic and godly hogs from global traditions, as well as one particular real-life hell pig that emerges from the fossil record. (Part 2 of 2)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Weirdhouse Cinema Rewind: Horror Rises From the Tomb
28/10/2024 Duration: 01h01minThere’s no keeping THIS occult power couple down! In this classic episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, watch as Spanish horror icons Paul Naschy and Helga Liné spice things up across the centuries in 1973’s “Horror Rises From the Tomb.” (originally published 07/15/2022)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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From the Vault: Anthology of Horror, Volume 9
26/10/2024 Duration: 01h04minYes, the Halloween tradition continues as Robert and Joe dive into the rich history of TV horror and sci-fi anthology shows to focus on STBYM topics that might not otherwise make the show. In this installment, they spin some science and contemplation out of the 2001 episode of “The Outer Limits” titled “Think Like a Dinosaur” and the 1974 episode of “Kolchak: The Night Stalker” titled “The Spanish Moss Murders.” (originally published 10/31/2023)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Weirdhouse Cinema: House of Usher (1960)
25/10/2024 Duration: 01h38minIn this episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe return to the world of Corman/Poe features with 1960’s “House of Usher” starring a platinum-blond Vincent Price, Mark Damon and Myrna Fahey.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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The Hogs of Hell, Part 1
24/10/2024 Duration: 42minIn this episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe discuss various demonic and godly hogs from global traditions, as well as one particular real-life hell pig that emerges from the fossil record. (Part 1 of 2)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Smart Talks with IBM: How AI Can Accelerate Cybersecurity
23/10/2024 Duration: 40minIn this episode of Smart Talks with IBM, Malcolm Gladwell speaks with Jason Kelley, GM, Strategic Partners and Ecosystems at IBM, and Kristy Friedrichs, SVP and Chief Partnership Officer at Palo Alto Networks. They discuss the challenges and opportunities that the rapid development of AI brings to the cybersecurity space. Jason and Kristy also underscore how implementing a zero trust strategy can help enterprises enhance cyber resiliency and simplify operations. Together, IBM and Palo Alto Networks are delivering fully integrated, open, end-to-end security solutions to enterprises. 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://ibm.com/smarttalksSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Listener Mail: The Funk of Forty Thousand Years
22/10/2024 Duration: 49minOnce 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.
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Weirdhouse Cinema Rewind: The Masque of the Red Death
21/10/2024 Duration: 01h16minAs the Red Death ravages the surrounding countryside, Prince Prospero and his followers celebrate darkness within their rainbow-hued castle. In this classic episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe discuss the 1964 Roger Corman film “The Masque of the Red Death,” based on two different works from Edgar Allan Poe and starring the legendary Vincent Price, Hazel Court and Jane Asher. (originally published 10/21/2022)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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From the Vault: The Necromantic Urge, Part 3
19/10/2024 Duration: 54minIn this classic episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe explore the historic and psychological origins of necromancy: the ancient practice by which shamans, wizards and sorcerers sought communication with the dead. (Part 3 of 3, originally published 10/05/2023)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Weirdhouse Cinema Rewind: House by the Cemetery
18/10/2024 Duration: 01h20minIn this classic episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe discuss Lucio Fulci’s 1981 “The House by the Cemetery” -- a bloody and bonkers tale guaranteed to satisfy your craving for ghosts, haunted houses, mad scientists, slashers and Italian synth. (originally published 10/29/2021)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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From the Vault: The Necromantic Urge, Part 2
17/10/2024 Duration: 52minIn this classic episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe explore the historic and psychological origins of necromancy: the ancient practice by which shamans, wizards and sorcerers sought communication with the dead. (Part 2 of 3, originally published 10/03/2023)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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The Monstrefact Omnibus: Alien
16/10/2024 Duration: 49minIn this special omnibus episode of the Monstrefact, enjoy the entire eight-part series on the creatures of the "Alien" universe all in a single package. Listen in as Robert outlines some of the details about the franchise’s lifeforms and their connections to science and culture. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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From the Vault: The Necromantic Urge, Part 1
15/10/2024 Duration: 01h09minIn this classic episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe explore the historic and psychological origins of necromancy: the ancient practice by which shamans, wizards and sorcerers sought communication with the dead. (Part 1 of 3, originally published 09/28/2023)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Weirdhouse Cinema Rewind: Psychomania
14/10/2024 Duration: 01h10minHow can the British public possibly survive the ravages of youth biker gangs, unholy rites and frog-based necromancy? In this classic episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe discuss the 1973 British supernatural biker film “Psychomania.” (originally published 8/27/2021)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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From the Vault: Kaibyō: The Strange Cats of Japan, Part 2
12/10/2024 Duration: 01h26sSpooky cats are an iconic part of Halloween, so in this classic episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe dive into the world of Kaibyō: the various strange and supernatural cats found in Japanese tradition. (originally published 10/19/2023)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Weirdhouse Cinema: Son of Frankenstein
11/10/2024 Duration: 01h16minIn this episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe discuss the classic 1939 Universal horror picture “Son of Frankenstein,” starring Boris Karloff, Basil Rathbone, Bela Lugosi and Lionel Atwill.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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The Demons of Ancient Mesopotamia, Part 2
10/10/2024 Duration: 45minIn this series from Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe discuss some of the more noteworthy, fascinating and potentially terrifying gods and demons from the religions and myths of the ancient Mesopotamian world. It’s a who’s who of Pazuzu-adjacent entities. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Smart Talks with IBM: Scaling AI With Purpose
09/10/2024 Duration: 35minIn this episode of Smart Talks with IBM, Jacob Goldstein speaks with Rebecca Finlay, CEO of Partnership on AI, about the importance of advancing AI innovation with openness and ethics at the forefront. Rebecca discusses how guardrails — such as risk management — can advance efficiency in AI development. They explore the AI Alliance’s focus on open data and technology, and the importance of collaboration. Rebecca also underscores how diverse perspectives and open-mindedness can drive AI progress responsibly. 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://ibm.com/smarttalksSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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The Demons of Ancient Mesopotamia, Part 1
08/10/2024 Duration: 51minIn this series from Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe discuss some of the more noteworthy, fascinating and potentially terrifying gods and demons from the religions and myths of the ancient Mesopotamian world. It’s a who’s who of Pazuzu-adjacent entities. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Weirdhouse Cinema Rewind: The Bride of Frankenstein
07/10/2024 Duration: 01h26minIn this classic episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe discuss the amazingly weird and wonderful 1935 horror classic “The Bride of Frankenstein.” Has the doctor put his monster-making days behind him, or can he be tempted to even greater crimes of mad science by an even madder scientist? Find out… (originally published 10/20/2023) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.