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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
12 Helmi 20256min
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.
11 Helmi 202547min
