From the Vault: Goblet of Eggnog
In this special 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.
2 Dec 20231h 6min
Weirdhouse Cinema: RoboCop (1987)
In this 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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
1 Dec 20231h 28min
The Sunken Lands, Part 2
In this episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe explore the world of lost islands and forgotten continents, in both actual geologic history and the mists of the human imagination. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
30 Nov 202345min
Smart Talks with IBM: Salesforce & IBM: Revolutionizing Experiences with Generative AI
The capabilities of artificial intelligence are increasing at a breakneck speed. Companies must leverage generative AI to transform everyday customer and employee experiences. In this episode of Smart Talks with IBM, Jacob Goldstein sits down with Susan Emerson, Senior Vice President of Product: AI, Analytics & Data at Salesforce & Matthew Candy, Global Managing Partner of Generative AI at IBM Consulting. They chat about the latest evolution of the two tech innovators’ decades-long relationship, explore the opportunity AI presents for customer experiences, and break down how better experiences will remove friction for all. Visit us at: ibm.com/smarttalks Read more about elevating experiences in the CEO’s Guide to Generative AI from the IBM Institute for Business Value. This is a paid advertisement from IBM. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
29 Nov 202340min
The Sunken Lands, Part 1
In this episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe explore the world of lost islands and forgotten continents, in both actual geologic history and the mists of the human imagination. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
28 Nov 202344min
Listener Mail: A Bird of Courage
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.
27 Nov 202323min
From the Vault: Of Ice and Men, with Fred Hogge
In this classic episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert chats with author Fred Hogge about his new book “Of Ice and Men: How We’ve Used Cold to Transform Humanity,” covering everything from cocktail ice to the ancient history of ice houses. (originally published 12/06/2022) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
25 Nov 202347min
Weirdhouse Cinema Rewind: Extra Terrestrial Visitors
On this classic episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe venture into the wild world of Spanish b-movie cinema with Juan Piquer Simón’s “Extra Terrestrial Visitors,” in which a pair of aliens respond to drastically differing human encounters in the woods. MST3K fans know this one as "Pod People." (originally published 09/16/22)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
24 Nov 20231h 13min
