Funny or Die

Funny or Die

We all know "funny" when we encounter it, but what's going on inside the human mind when we feel amused? Join Robert and Julie as they discuss long-standing -- and more recent -- theories about humor's evolutionary purpose.

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The Monstrefact Omnibus: Monsters of Marvel Comics

The Monstrefact Omnibus: Monsters of Marvel Comics

In this special omnibus episode of STBYM’s The Monstrefact, enjoy the first five episodes concerning monsters from the Marvel Comics universe: Marvel mummies, Mystique, the Symbiotes, the Thing and Ul...

8 Nov 202326min

The Headless Men, Part 1

The Headless Men, Part 1

In this episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe discuss headless beings in myth, legend and the bestiaries of antiquity. What is it about a headless being that captivates us so and why were...

7 Nov 202348min

Listener Mail: Cats, Dogs and Stoneground

Listener Mail: Cats, Dogs and Stoneground

Once more, it's time for a weekly dose of Stuff to Blow Your Mind and Weirdhouse Cinema listener mail...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

6 Nov 202322min

From the Vault: The Invention of the Gimbal

From the Vault: The Invention of the Gimbal

In this classic invention-themed episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe explore the ancient origins of the gimbal, its connections to Chinese incense censers and its role in technological ...

4 Nov 202346min

Weirdhouse Cinema: Critters

Weirdhouse Cinema: Critters

In this episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe discuss the 1986 sci-fi creature feature “Critters,” starring Dee Wallace, M. Emmet Walsh, Billy Zane, Terrence Mann and a bunch of ravenous space cre...

3 Nov 20231h 28min

The Search For Alien Life, with Astrophysicist Adam Frank

The Search For Alien Life, with Astrophysicist Adam Frank

In this episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert discusses big questions, fears and possibilities concerning extraterrestrial life with astrophysicist Adam Frank, author of “The Little Book of Alien...

2 Nov 202342min

Monstrefact Redux: Sleipnir, the Eight-Legged Horse

Monstrefact Redux: Sleipnir, the Eight-Legged Horse

In this episode of STBYM’s The Monstrefact, Robert discusses Sleipnir, the mythical stead of the Norse god Odin. (originally published 06/07/2023) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

1 Nov 20234min

Anthology of Horror, Volume 9

Anthology of Horror, Volume 9

Yes, 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 ins...

31 Okt 20231h 3min

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