The Monstrefact: The Crimson Mist of Dungeons and Dragons
In this episode of STBYM’s The Monstrefact, Robert discusses the Crimson Mist entity from the world of Dungeons and Dragons, as well as its folkloric relatives…See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
5 Feb 4min
The Invention of Cotton Candy, Part 2
So what exactly IS cotton candy and how does this curious confectionary concoction tie into other culinary traditions, including China’s Dragon’s beard candy? Find out in this episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
4 Feb 39min
Weirdhouse Cinema Rewind: Creature with the Atom Brain
Why is he acting so strange? Do you think he's one of them? In this classic episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe experience 1955's "Creature with the Atom Brain," starring Richard Denning and Angela Stevens. (originally published 07/07/2023)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
3 Feb 1h 19min
From the Vault: The Nature of the Diamond, Part 3
In this episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe explore various historical interpretations of the diamond, from divine tears to both a potent medicine and a deadly poison. (part 3 of 4) (originally published 1/23/2024)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
1 Feb 49min
Weirdhouse Cinema: Dracula (1931)
In this episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe discuss the iconic 1931 Universal Pictures adaptation of “Dracula,” directed by Tod Browning and starring Bela Lugosi in his most iconic performance.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
31 Jan 1h 34min
The Invention of Cotton Candy, Part 1
So what exactly IS cotton candy and how does this curious confectionary concoction tie into other culinary traditions, including China’s Dragon’s beard candy? Find out in this episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
30 Jan 1h 2min
Smart Talks with IBM: How Infrastructure is Powering the Age of AI
In this episode of Smart Talks with IBM, Malcolm Gladwell speaks with Ric Lewis, IBM’s Senior Vice President of Infrastructure. They discuss how hardware capability has enabled the matrix math required to run large language models. Furthermore, they delve into some creative examples of how to put AI to work: from your bank to your local coffee shop. Ric underscores the importance of infrastructure in unlocking the potential of AI, helping businesses harness their data to drive transformative outcomes. 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.
29 Jan 55min
Listener Mail: The Memory of Trees
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.
28 Jan 54min
