On the Conquest of Christmas, presented by Dr. Anton Jessup
In this special Christmas Eve transmission, Dr. Anton Jessup reflects on the nature of holiday conquest and what victory actually looks like…See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
24 Des 5min
From the Vault: Goblet of Eggnog
In this classic holiday episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe discuss the history and invention of the eggnog, how it became such an iconic holiday beverage and some curious historic goblets associated with the consumption of this rich, milky draught. (originally published 12/15/2022)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
23 Des 1h 6min
Weirdhouse Cinema Rewind: Blue Sunshine
In this classic episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe discuss 1977’s “Blue Sunshine,” directed by Jeff Lieberman and starring Zalman King. It’s a twisted tale of post-60s anxiety, hippie disillusionment and sensationalized media treatments of psychedelics. It’s also technically a Christmas movie, so strap in… (originally published 12/20/2024)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
22 Des 1h 38min
From the Vault: More Squirrels Eating Meat
In this classic episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe return to the world of squirrels and their curious carnivorous ways… (originally published 1/2/2025) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
20 Des 57min
Errors in Gift Giving
In this special holiday episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe discuss the science of bad christmas gift giving – and receiving.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
18 Des 1h 12min
The Monstrefact Redux: The Afanc
In this episode of STBYM’s The Monstrefact, Robert discusses the monstrous Afanc of Welsh tradition… (originaly published 12/4/2024)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
17 Des 3min
Blubber, Part 2
In this two-part series from Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe discuss the science of blubber and some of the ideas surrounding cetacean insulation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
16 Des 51min
