Stuff To Blow Your Mind

Weirdhouse Cinema Rewind: The Wicker Man (1973) - Part 1

25 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this classic episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe discuss the monumental 1973 British folk horror film “The Wicker Man,” directed ...

From the Vault: The Invention of Ice Skating

23 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this classic invention-themed episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe discuss the origins and physics of skating on ice. (originally pub...

Weirdhouse Cinema: Viy (1967)

22 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe discuss the 1967 Soviet folk horror film "Viy," based on the story by Nikolai Gogol.See omnystudio.c...

The Science of Rumination, with Donna Jackson Nakazawa

21 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert chats with science writer Donna Jackson Nakazawa about her new book "Mind Drama: The Science of Rum...

The Monstrefact: The Hammerpedes of “Prometheus”

20 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of STBYM’s The Monstrefact, Robert discusses the serpentine hammerpedes from 2012 film “Prometheus.”See omnystudio.c...

Way of the Sith, Continued: Palp Facts

19 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe continue their Sith-related discussions from Star Wars Week...See omnystudio.com/listener f...

Weirdhouse Cinema Rewind: Mothra vs. Godzilla

18 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this classic episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe return to the wild world of kaiju with 1964’s “Mothra vs. Godzilla,” direc...

From the Vault: The Great Eye of Jupiter, Part 2

16 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this classic episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe discuss the Great Red Spot of Jupiter. What actually is this great storm? How has i...

Weirdhouse Cinema: Mutant Hunt

15 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe explore the slimy cyberpunk world of 1987’s “Mutant Hunt,” directed by Tim Kincaid...

STBYM Listener Mail: Darkness There and Nothing More

14 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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.

The Monstrefact Omnibus: Even More Marvel Monsters

13 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this special omnibus episode, Robert discusses Galactus, Lady Deathstrike, Squirrel Girl and the Quasi-Motivational Destruct Organism of Marvel Com...

From the Book of Sand

12 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe sink their toes into a couple of sand-related science and culture topics, recorded in The S...

Weirdhouse Cinema Rewind: Daughters of Darkness

11 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this classic episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe dive back into the lovelives of vampires with 1971’s “Daughters of Darkness,&rdq...

From the Vault: The Great Eye of Jupiter, Part 1

09 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this classic episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe discuss the Great Red Spot of Jupiter. What actually is this great storm? How has i...

Weirdhouse Cinema: Starcrash

08 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this special Star Wars Week episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe discuss the 1978 Star Wars-knockoff “StarCrash,” directed by Luig...

Star Wars Week 2026, Part 2: Way of the Sith

07 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe celebrate Star Wars Week with various looks at science and culture connections in a galaxy far, f...

The Monstrefact: The Miraluka of "Star Wars"

06 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of STBYM’s The Monstrefact, Robert discusses the Miraluka of "Star Wars."See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Star Wars Week 2026, Part 1: Hoth

05 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe celebrate Star Wars Week with various looks at science and culture connections in a galaxy far, f...

Weirdhouse Cinema Rewind: The Humanoid

04 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This classic episode of Weirdhouse Cinema explores one of the many films that sought to cash in on the popularity of George Lucas’ 1977 classic....

From the Vault: Cynicism, Part 4

02 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this classic episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe explore the topic of modern psychological cynicism, as well as its roots in the phi...

Weirdhouse Cinema: The Bat Woman (1968)

01 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe return to the wild world of Mexican lucha films with 1968’s The Bat Woman, directed by Ren&eac...

The Thing Before the Beginning, part 2

30 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this series from Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe discuss various mythological concepts of what came before the creation or emergence of our...

The Monstrefact: The Goo Goo Muck

29 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of STBYM’s The Monstrefact, Robert discusses the Goo Goo Muck from the song of the same title made popular by The Cramps…...

The Thing Before the Beginning, Part 1

28 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this series from Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe discuss various mythological concepts of what came before the creation or emergence of our...

whc-rewind-2026-04-27_mixdown-v2

27 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Yesterday was Alien Day, so here's an Alien knock-off from the vault! In this episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe discuss William Malone’s...

From the Vault: Cynicism, Part 3

25 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this classic episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe explore the topic of modern psychological cynicism, as well as its roots in the phi...

Weirdhouse Cinema: The Wasp Woman (1959)

24 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe discuss Roger Corman’s 1959 mad science rejuvenation film “The Wasp Woman,” starri...

STBYM Listener Mail: The Joy of Fish

23 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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.

Smart Talks with IBM: Brewing Smarter: How HEINEKEN Is Using AI To Revolutionize Its Global Operations

22 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The HEINEKEN Company is one of the world’s pioneering global brewers. Founded in 1864, it continues to innovate as it pursues its ambition to be...

Court of the Golden Fishes, Part 3

21 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe discuss the royal histories and curious biologies of such resplendent fish as the common go...

Weirdhouse Cinema Rewind: Sleepwalkers

20 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this classic episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe discuss 1992’s Sleepwalkers, directed by Mick Garris and scripted by Stephen King. It&...

From the Vault: Cynicism, Part 2

18 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this classic episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe explore the topic of modern psychological cynicism, as well as its roots in the phi...

Weirdhouse Cinema: Godzilla vs. Mechagodzilla (1974)

17 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe batten down the hatches for 1974’s “Godzilla vs. Mechagodzilla,” in which Earth&rs...

Court of the Golden Fishes, Part 2

16 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe discuss the royal histories and curious biologies of such resplendent fish as the common go...

The Monstrefact Redux: Mothra

15 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of STBYM’s The Monstrefact, Robert discusses the legendary Kaiju Mothra… (originally published 5/21/2025)See omnystudio.c...

Court of the Golden Fishes, Part 1

14 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe discuss the royal histories and curious biologies of such resplendent fish as the common go...

Weirdhouse Cinema Rewind: Dungeons and Dragons (2000)

13 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

For Weirdhouse Cinema’s 200th film selection, Rob and Joe discuss a film from the year 2000: “Dungeons and Dragons,” starring Jeremy...

From the Vault: Cynicism, Part 1

11 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this classic episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe explore the topic of modern psychological cynicism, as well as its roots in the phi...

Introducing: Mostly Human with Laurie Segall

11 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mostly Human is a weekly podcast that explores technology through the most important lens: the human one. Hosted by award-winning tech journalist Laur...

Weirdhouse Cinema: Nemesis

10 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe discuss Albert Pyun’s 1992 cyberpunk action benediction “Nemesis,” featuring a jam...

The Upside-Down, Part 3

09 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this series of episodes from Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe explore the concept of the topsy-turvy or the upside-down from the conceptual ...

The Monstrefact Redux: Life on Star Wars' Utapau

08 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of STBYM’s The Monstrefact, Robert discusses the lifeforms of the planet Utapau, as seen in “Star Wars: Revenge of the Sit...

The Upside-Down, Part 2

07 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this series of episodes from Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe explore the concept of the topsy-turvy or the upside-down from the conceptual ...

Weirdhouse Cinema Rewind: Virtuosity

06 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this classic classic episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe discuss a glistening example of 90s cyberslop: 1995’s “Virtuosity,&rdquo...

From the Vault: The Plight of Amphibians, with Mark Mandica

04 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe chat with Mark Mandica, executive director of the Amphibian Foundation. Mark returns to the...

Weirdhouse Cinema: The Last Temptation of Christ

03 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe discuss Martin Scorsese’s 1988 religious epic “The Last Temptation of Christ,” sta...

The Upside-Down, Part 1

02 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this series of episodes from Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe explore the concept of the topsy-turvy or the upside-down from the conceptual ...

The Monstrefact: Ice Cream Mutants of Marvel Comics

01 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of STBYM’s The Monstrefact, Robert discusses the ice cream mutants of Marvel Comics.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy info...

From the Vault: The Queerness of Nature, with Patricia Ononiwu Kaishian

31 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this classic episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert chats with Patricia Ononiwu Kaishian, author of “Forest Euphoria: The Abounding Queer...

Weirdhouse Cinema Rewind: Gunhed

30 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this classic episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, enter a world of Japanese cyberpunk, killer AIs, giant robot tanks and more as Rob and Joe discuss the 1...

From the Vault: Hunters of the Dark Ocean, Part 4

28 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this classic episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Rob and Joe discuss the recent discovery of a strange new deep-water predator and highlight some o...

Weirdhouse Cinema: The Last Man on Earth

27 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe discuss the 1964 film "The Last Man on Earth," based on the post-apocalyptic vampire novel "I Am Leg...

The Saguaro, Part 3

26 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe discuss the saguaro cactus of the Sonoran Desert.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy in...

The Monstrefact: Marvel’s Quasi-Motivational Destruct Organism

25 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of STBYM’s The Monstrefact, Robert discusses the Quasi-Motivational Destruct Organism from Marvel Comics, also known as… ...

The Saguaro, Part 2

24 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe discuss the saguaro cactus of the Sonoran Desert.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy in...

Weirdhouse Cinema Rewind: Dr. Cyclops

23 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this classic episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe consider yet another mad scientist in the form of Dr. Thorkel from 1940’s “Dr. C...

From the Vault: Hunters of the Dark Ocean, Part 3

21 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this classic episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Rob and Joe discuss the recent discovery of a strange new deep-water predator and highlight some o...

Weirdhouse Cinema: Demonwarp

20 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe discuss the epic 1988 sasquatch alien zombie slasher film “Demonwarp,” directed by Emmet...

The Saguaro, Part 1

19 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe discuss the saguaro cactus of the Sonoran Desert.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy in...

The Monstrefact: The Alp-Luachra of Irish Folklore

18 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of STBYM’s The Monstrefact, Robert discusses the strangely parasitic monster of Ireland known as the Alp-Luachra.See omnystudio....

STBYM Listener Mail: Cave of the Crabs

17 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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.

Weirdhouse Cinema Rewind: Teens in the Universe

16 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

It’s Soviet work ethic versus the siren song of fun in 1975’s “Teens in the Universe,” a beautifully crafted and thoroughly we...

From the Vault: Hunters of the Dark Ocean, Part 2

14 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this classic episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Rob and Joe discuss the recent discovery of a strange new deep-water predator and highlight some o...

Weirdhouse Cinema: Demon Pond

13 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe discuss the 1979 Japanese folk-horror fantasy film “Demon Pond,” directed by Masahiro Sh...

Kartchner Caverns, Part 2

12 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe discuss Arizona’s Kartchner Caverns, a remarkable milestone in living cave preservati...

The Monstrefact: The Kalisk

11 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of STBYM’s The Monstrefact, Robert discusses the monstrous Kalisk from “Predator: Bad Lands.”See omnystudio.com/list...

Kartchner Caverns, Part 1

10 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Rob and Joe discuss Arizona’s Kartchner Caverns, a remarkable milestone in living cave preservation ...

Weirdhouse Cinema Rewind: The Oily Maniac

09 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Yes, it’s time to grease up Weirdhouse Cinema with a Shaw Brothers horror film from 1976. “The Oily Maniac” is a tale of sleaze, rev...

From the Vault: Hunters of the Dark Ocean, Part 1

07 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this classic episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Rob and Joe discuss the recent discovery of a strange new deep-water predator and highlight some o...

Weirdhouse Cinema: Howling II

06 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe finally watch a little slice of b-movie perfection with 1985’s “Howling II: Your Sister ...

Crab Bag, Part 4: For Whom the Crab Tolls

05 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe dig into a grab bag of crab-related science and culture topics… (part 4 of 4)See omn...

The Artifact: The Walking Stick Fiddle

04 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of STBYM’s The Artifact, Robert discusses the Spazierstock-Geige, currently on display at the Musical Instrument Museum in Phoen...

Crab Bag, Part 3: The Crab is a Lonely Hunter

03 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe dig into a grab bag of crab-related science and culture topics…See omnystudio.com/li...

Weirdhouse Cinema Rewind: La Loba (1965)

02 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this classic episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe discuss Mexico’s first werewolf movie “La Loba” (AKA “The She-Wolf&r...

From the Vault: Mystery Cults, Part 4

28 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe dive into the world of Greco-Roman Mystery Cults. What exactly were the Mysteries and how d...

Weirdhouse Cinema: The Boogens

27 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe discuss the 1981 mining monster film “The Boogens,” directed by James L. Conway and star...

Crab Bag, Part 2: It’s Raining Crabs (Hallelujah)

26 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe dig into a grab bag of crab-related science and culture topics…See omnystudio.com/li...

The Monstrefact: Marvel’s Squirrel Girl

25 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of STBYM’s The Monstrefact, Robert discusses Squirrel Girl from Marvel Comics…See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inf...

Crab Bag, Part 1: The Crabs are Back In Town

24 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe dig into a grab bag of crab-related science and culture topics…See omnystudio.com/li...

Weirdhouse Cinema Rewind: The Telephone Box

23 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this classic episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe discuss the award-winning 1972 Spanish short film “La cabina,” directed by Anton...

From the Vault: Mystery Cults, Part 3

21 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe dive into the world of Greco-Roman Mystery Cults. What exactly were the Mysteries and how d...

Weirdhouse Cinema Rewind: Forbidden Planet

20 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this classic episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe discuss the groundbreaking 1956 science fiction film "Forbidden Planet," starring Walter Pid...

From the Vault: Mystery Cults, Part 2

19 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe dive into the world of Greco-Roman Mystery Cults. What exactly were the Mysteries and how d...

The Monstrefact Redux: Count Orlok

18 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this classic episode of STBYM’s The Monstrefact, Robert discusses the monstrous villain from the 2024 film “Nosferatu,” directed ...

From the Vault: Mystery Cults, Part 1

17 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe dive into the world of Greco-Roman Mystery Cults. What exactly were the Mysteries and how d...

Weirdhouse Cinema Rewind: Quest (1984)

16 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this classic episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe discuss the 1984 Saul and Elaine Bass short film "Quest," a visionary take on human mortalit...

From the Vault: The Burning Mountains of Io, Part 3

14 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this classic episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe return once more to the Jovian moon of Io, to discuss more recent findings about it...

Weirdhouse Cinema: Magic of Spell

13 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe return to the wild world of Taiwanese fantasy with 1988’s “Magic of Spell,” a dire...

STBYM: Biophilia and Pokémon

12 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe discuss the possible effect that the Pokémon franchise has had on the natural scienc...

The Monstrefact: The Thanapod from "Bad Traveling"

11 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of STBYM’s The Monstrefact, Robert discusses the monstrous crab from the “Love Death + Robots” episode “Bad Tr...

STBYM Listener Mail: La Muerte

10 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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.

Weirdhouse Cinema Rewind: The Hunger

09 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this classic episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe discuss the 1983 goth LGBTQ vampire horror film “The Hunger,” directed by Tony S...

From the Vault: The Burning Mountains of Io, Part 2

07 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this classic episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe return once more to the Jovian moon of Io, to discuss more recent findings about it...

Weirdhouse Cinema: I Married a Monster from Outer Space

06 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe discuss 1958’s “I Married a Monster from Outer Space,” directed by Gene Fowler Jr....

Lilliputian Hallucinations and the Kingdom of the Small

05 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe discuss the psychedelic mushroom tied to hallucinations of little people and how it might h...

The Monstrefact: Falkor from "The Neverending Story"

04 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of STBYM’s The Monstrefact, Robert discusses the luckdragon Falkor from Michael Ende’s 1979 novel “The Neverending S...

The Doomsday Water, Part 2: Pathological Science

03 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe continue their discussion from last episode with a focus on so-called pathological science ...

Weirdhouse Cinema Rewind: The Brainiac

02 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this classic episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe discuss the 1962 Mexican monster movie “The Brainiac,” directed by Chano Urueta ...

From the Vault: The Burning Mountains of Io, Part 1

31 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this classic episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe return once more to the Jovian moon of Io, to discuss more recent findings about it...

Weirdhouse Cinema: The Prophecy (1995)

30 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe discuss 1995’s “The Prophecy,” in which rebel angels vie for the soul of a war cri...