In the Lair of the Rat King

In the Lair of the Rat King

In medieval Germany it was a dire omen of plague-ridden doom. Today, it remains more of a grotesque cultural reference. Join Robert and Julie as they enter the lair of the rat king, and prepare to be shocked by the reality of microbial rat kings.

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Weirdhouse Cinema Rewind: The Viewing

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.

21 Helmi 20251h 10min

From the Vault: The Illusion of Control, Part 3

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.

20 Helmi 202555min

The Monstrefact Redux: Aliens of the Planet of Doubt

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.

19 Helmi 20256min

From the Vault: The Illusion of Control, Part 2

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.

18 Helmi 202549min

Weirdhouse Cinema Rewind: Blacula

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.

17 Helmi 20251h 19min

From the Vault: The Illusion of Control, Part 1

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.

15 Helmi 202540min

Weirdhouse Cinema: The Hunger

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.

14 Helmi 20251h 37min

The Burning Mountains of Io, Part 3

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.

13 Helmi 202549min

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