From the Vault: Daniel Whiteson, Time Traveler
In this episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe welcome back Daniel Whiteson, particle physicist and co-host of Daniel and Jorge Explain the Universe. Tune in for a discussion of time travel, wormholes and more that will actually transport you roughly an hour into the future. Plus Daniel will discuss the new book "Frequently Asked Questions About the Universe." (Originally published 12/09/2021)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
20 Dec 20221h
Holiday Break!
We're on holiday break this week! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
19 Dec 202233s
From the Vault: Tumbleweeds, Part 2
In this Stuff to Blow Your Mind two-parter, Robert and Joe explore the world of tumbleweeds. While it’s easy to dismiss these amazing plants as overused symbols of the American west, these detachable diaspores are more than meets the eyes. (originally published 01/13/2022)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
17 Dec 202246min
Weirdhouse Cinema: Santa Claus Conquers the Martians
In this holiday edition of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe discuss 1964’s Santa Claus Conquers the Martians. Can Santa Claus teach the young of Mars how to be children again? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
16 Dec 20221h 18min
Holiday Inventions 3: 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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
15 Dec 20221h 5min
The Monstrefact: The Hooden Horse of Kent
In this special holiday episode of STBYM’s The Monstrefact, Robert discusses the Hoden or Hooden Horse of British winter ritual… See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
14 Dec 20223min
Reptiles of Galapagos, Part 2
In this episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe discuss some of the most famous reptilian residents of the Galapagos archipelago, including the world’s largest extant tortoise species and the world’s only marine iguana. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
13 Dec 202258min
Listener Mail: Santa Laughing Spreads His Wings
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.
12 Dec 202221min
