The Science of Lucky Pants

The Science of Lucky Pants

What do psychologists think about your lucky rabbit's foot? In this episode, Robert and Julie break down the science of good luck rituals and charms. They look at what luck reveals about the human mind, as well as whether any of it actually works.

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Weirdhouse Cinema: Absurd

Weirdhouse Cinema: Absurd

In this episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe kick off the Halloween season with the notorious low-budget 1981 Italian slasher film “Absurd,” directed by Joe D’Amato and starring George Eastman.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

27 Syys 20241h 11min

Listener Mail: Here Comes Halloween

Listener Mail: Here Comes Halloween

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.

26 Syys 202453min

Smart Talks with IBM: The power of Granite in business

Smart Talks with IBM: The power of Granite in business

As the scale of artificial intelligence continues to evolve, open technology like many of IBM’s Granite models are helping enhance transparency in AI and improve efficiency across businesses. In this episode of Smart Talks with IBM, Jacob Goldstein sat down with Maryam Ashoori, the Director of Product Management and Head of Product for IBM’s watsonx.ai, where she spearheads the product strategy and delivery of IBM’s watsonx Foundation Models. Together, they explored the shift from large general-purpose AI models to smaller, customizable models tailored to specific needs. 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.

25 Syys 202432min

The Universe in 100 Colors, with Tyler Thrasher

The Universe in 100 Colors, with Tyler Thrasher

In this episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert chats with artist and author Tyler Thrasher about the new book “The Universe in 100 Colors: Weird and wondrous Colors From Science and Nature.” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

24 Syys 202429min

Weirdhouse Cinema Rewind: Time After Time

Weirdhouse Cinema Rewind: Time After Time

In this classic episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe discuss 1979’s “Time After Time,” in which Jack the Ripper steals H.G. Wells’ time machine and travels to modern San Francisco. (originally published 09/17/2021)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

23 Syys 20241h 12min

From the Vault: Dendera Lights and Ancient Egyptian Pseudohistory

From the Vault: Dendera Lights and Ancient Egyptian Pseudohistory

In recent vault episodes of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe discussed low-resolution images that have provoked paranormal and fringe explanations, despite convincing and even conclusive expert analysis. In this episode, they continue this line of inquiry through a discussion of Ancient Egyptian pseudohistories and fringe ideas regarding modern technology in ancient inscriptions. (originally published 08/17/2023)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

21 Syys 202459min

Weirdhouse Cinema: It Conquered the World

Weirdhouse Cinema: It Conquered the World

In this episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe learn almost too late that man is a feeling creature... and because of it, the greatest in the universe. Tune in as they discuss Roger Corman’s 1956 sci-fi horror thriller “It Conquered the World” starring Peter Graves, Beverly Garland and Lee Van Cleef. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

20 Syys 20241h 25min

The 2024 Ig Nobels, Part 2

The 2024 Ig Nobels, Part 2

The Ig Nobel Prizes once more honor ten studies that make us laugh, but then make us think. In this episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe continue their annual tradition of discussing some of their favorites from this year’s winners. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

19 Syys 202449min

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