Weirdhouse Cinema Rewind: RoboCop (1987)
In this classic episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe discuss Paul Verhoeven’s 1987 sci-fi action classic “RoboCop,” a film as deeply satirical as it is gratuitously violent. (originally published 12/01/2023)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
27 Des 20241h 29min
From the Vault: The Invention of the Crossbow, Part 1
In this classic invention-themed episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Rob and Joe discuss the origins and ingenuity of the crossbow. (originally published 11/14/2023)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
26 Des 202442min
The Monstrefact Omnibus: D&D Monsters
In this special episode of STBYM’s The Monstrefact, enjoy an assortment of past Monstrefact episodes about various Dungeons and Dragons monsters… (originally published 04/19/2023)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
25 Des 202416min
From the Vault: 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.
24 Des 20241h 6min
Weirdhouse Cinema Rewind: Santa Claus (1959)
In this classic holiday episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe discuss the 1959 Mexican Christmas movie “Santa Claus,” also known as “Santa Claus vs. the Devil.” (originally published 12/15/2023)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
23 Des 20241h 16min
From the Vault: The Ancient and Occult History of the “A Christmas Story” Leg Lamp
The 1983 holiday film “A Christmas Story” warned us of the dangers associated with BB guns, bar soap and frozen flag poles – but it also introduced us to the Old Man’s prized leg lamp. In this episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe dive into the deep, ancient and occult history of lamps and other objects shaped in the likeness of a human leg or foot. (originally published 12/23/2021)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
21 Des 202450min
Weirdhouse Cinema: Blue Sunshine
In this 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…See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
20 Des 20241h 37min
The Hearth, Part 2
In this episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe dig into the powerful resonance of the fireplace and hearthstone in human culture, psychology and myth.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
19 Des 202453min
