The 2016 Ig Nobels: Pale Horses, Dead Flies and Quantified Bullroar

The 2016 Ig Nobels: Pale Horses, Dead Flies and Quantified Bullroar

Each year, a magazine called The Annals of Improbable Research awards the Ig Nobel prizes to honor the weirdest and funniest scientific projects ever undertaken by humans. In this pair of Stuff to Blow Your Mind episodes, Robert, Joe and Christian discuss this year's winners. In part two, you’ll hear about profiles in lying, pale horses, automotive alchemy, the passion of a fly collector, and people who find profundity in meaningless statements.

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The Monstrefact Omnibus: Alien

The Monstrefact Omnibus: Alien

In this special omnibus episode of the Monstrefact, enjoy the entire eight-part series on the creatures of the "Alien" universe all in a single package. Listen in as Robert outlines some of the details about the franchise’s lifeforms and their connections to science and culture. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

16 Okt 202449min

From the Vault: The Necromantic Urge, Part 1

From the Vault: The Necromantic Urge, Part 1

In this classic episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe explore the historic and psychological origins of necromancy: the ancient practice by which shamans, wizards and sorcerers sought communication with the dead. (Part 1 of 3, originally published 09/28/2023)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

15 Okt 20241h 9min

Weirdhouse Cinema Rewind: Psychomania

Weirdhouse Cinema Rewind: Psychomania

How can the British public possibly survive the ravages of youth biker gangs, unholy rites and frog-based necromancy? In this classic episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe discuss the 1973 British supernatural biker film “Psychomania.” (originally published 8/27/2021)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

14 Okt 20241h 10min

From the Vault: Kaibyō: The Strange Cats of Japan, Part 2

From the Vault: Kaibyō: The Strange Cats of Japan, Part 2

Spooky cats are an iconic part of Halloween, so in this classic episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe dive into the world of Kaibyō: the various strange and supernatural cats found in Japanese tradition. (originally published 10/19/2023)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

12 Okt 20241h

Weirdhouse Cinema: Son of Frankenstein

Weirdhouse Cinema: Son of Frankenstein

In this episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe discuss the classic 1939 Universal horror picture “Son of Frankenstein,” starring Boris Karloff, Basil Rathbone, Bela Lugosi and Lionel Atwill.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

11 Okt 20241h 16min

The Demons of Ancient Mesopotamia, Part 2

The Demons of Ancient Mesopotamia, Part 2

In this series from Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe discuss some of the more noteworthy, fascinating and potentially terrifying gods and demons from the religions and myths of the ancient Mesopotamian world. It’s a who’s who of Pazuzu-adjacent entities. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

10 Okt 202445min

Smart Talks with IBM: Scaling AI With Purpose

Smart Talks with IBM: Scaling AI With Purpose

In this episode of Smart Talks with IBM, Jacob Goldstein speaks with Rebecca Finlay, CEO of Partnership on AI, about the importance of advancing AI innovation with openness and ethics at the forefront. Rebecca discusses how guardrails — such as risk management — can advance efficiency in AI development. They explore the AI Alliance’s focus on open data and technology, and the importance of collaboration. Rebecca also underscores how diverse perspectives and open-mindedness can drive AI progress responsibly. 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.

9 Okt 202435min

The Demons of Ancient Mesopotamia, Part 1

The Demons of Ancient Mesopotamia, Part 1

In this series from Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe discuss some of the more noteworthy, fascinating and potentially terrifying gods and demons from the religions and myths of the ancient Mesopotamian world. It’s a who’s who of Pazuzu-adjacent entities. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

8 Okt 202451min

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