Stuff To Blow Your Mind

From the Vault: The Hearth, Part 2

13 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this classic episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe dig into the powerful resonance of the fireplace and hearthstone in human culture, ...

Weirdhouse Cinema: Santa Claus, the Movie

12 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe discuss 1985’s “Santa Claus: The Movie,” starring Dudley Moore as an elf, John Lit...

Blubber, Part 2

11 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this two-part series from Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe discuss the science of blubber and some of the ideas surrounding cetacean insulat...

The Monstrefact: The Tomtar

10 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this holiday episode of STBYM’s The Monstrefact, Robert discusses the diminutive tomtars of Swedish holiday tradition…See omnystudio.c...

The Glow Behind the Firescreen

09 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe discuss the use of firescreens, polescreens and related technologies that shielded the eyes...

Weirdhouse Cinema Rewind: Rock'n Roll Wolf

08 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this classic episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe discuss 1976’s “Rock'n'Roll Wolf,” also known as “Mama.” It&rs...

From the Vault: The Hearth, Part 1

06 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this classic episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe dig into the powerful resonance of the fireplace and hearthstone in human culture, ...

Weirdhouse Cinema: Day of the Beast

05 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe welcome the holidays in – on Krampusnacht – with the 1995 holiday horror film “The...

Licking, Part 3

04 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this series from Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe discuss the science, culture and mythology of licking. (part 3 of 3)See omnystudio.com/lis...

The Monstrefact: The Rougarou

03 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of STBYM’s The Monstrefact, Robert discusses the legendary shapeshifter of French and Creole Louisiana known as the Rougarou&hel...

STBYM Listener Mail: Laser Blade

02 Dec 2025

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: Shogun Assassin

01 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this classic episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe discuss the 1980 grindhouse mainstay “Shogun Assassin,” a western release compil...

From the Vault: Lightning-Struck Wood and the Rowan

29 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this classic episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe continue their look at sacred trees of the world with a look at lightning-struck tr...

Weirdhouse Cinema Rewind: Deep Blue Sea

28 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this classic episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe discuss the 1999 shark film “Deep Blue Sea” in which super-smart sharks run wild...

From the Vault: A Monsterous Feast

27 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this classic episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe celebrate such monstrous dishes as the Cockentrice, the Turducken and other histori...

The Monstrefact Redux: Hortus the Rotting Mermaid

26 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this classic episode of STBYM’s The Monstrefact, Robert discusses the mermaid Hortus as described and illustrated in the book “Dr. C. L...

From the Vaults: A Case of the Urine Sweats

25 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this classic episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe discuss urohidrosis: the avian habit of urinating and/or defecating onto the scaly ...

Weirdhouse Cinema Rewind: Hanuman vs. 7 Ultraman

24 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this classic episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe consider the 1974 Thai co-production "Hanuman vs. & Ultraman," in which the hindu god Ha...

From the Vault: Sacred Trees of the World

22 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this classic episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe discuss some of the various sacred trees of the world, including the giant sequoias...

Weirdhouse Cinema: Future Kick

21 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe discuss the 1991 cyberpunk action movie “Future Kick,” starring Don 'The Dragon' Wilson,...

Licking, Part 2

20 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this series from Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe discuss the science, culture and mythology of licking.See omnystudio.com/listener for priv...

Smart Talks with IBM: Unlocking Our Quantum Future

19 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Malcolm Gladwell heads to San Francisco Tech Week to talk with IBM’s new Director of Research Jay Gambetta in front of a live audience. They dis...

Licking, Part 1

18 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this series from Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe discuss the science, culture and mythology of licking.See omnystudio.com/listener for priv...

Weirdhouse Cinema Rewind: Reptilicus

17 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Grab your drug bazooka! In this classic episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe dive back into the wild world of euro-kaiju films with the 1961/1962...

From the Vault: The Edge of Sentience, with Jonathan Birch

15 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this classic episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert chats with Jonathan Birch about his new book “The Edge of Sentience: Risk and Precaut...

Weirdhouse Cinema: Dark City, Part 2

14 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this two-part Weirdhouse Cinema exploration, Rob and Joe dive into Noirvember with 1998’s “Dark City,” directed by Alex Proyas an...

Animalia Stupendium: The Musk Deer

12 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Bored with dragons, the wizard Argomandanies turns his arcane attention to the fantastic fauna of the natural world. Welcome to Animalia Stupendium, a...

Sacred Daggers, Part 2

11 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this series from Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe discuss various examples of sacred, sacrificial and novel daggers from various cultures an...

Weirdhouse Cinema Rewind: The Face Behind the Mask

10 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this classic episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe celebrate Noirvember with a viewing of the 1941 Robert Florey crime film “The Face Beh...

From the Vault: The Siren

08 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this classic, monster-themed episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe discuss a creature most dreadful to the mariners of old: the mythic...

Weirdhouse Cinema: Dark City, Part 1

07 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this two-part Weirdhouse Cinema exploration, Rob and Joe dive into Noirvember with 1998’s “Dark City,” directed by Alex Proyas an...

Sacred Daggers, Part 1

06 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this series from Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe discuss various examples of sacred, sacrificial and novel daggers from various cultures an...

The Monstrefact: The Beast, from "Over the Garden Wall"

05 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of STBYM’s The Monstrefact, Robert discusses the enigmatic Beast from Cartoon Network’s 2014 animated series “Over t...

Listener Mail: Galloping Cadavers

04 Nov 2025

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: Spirited Away

03 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe discuss Hayao Miyazaki's 2001 fantasy classic "Spirited Away."(originally published 11/8/2024)See om...

From the Vault: The Hogs of Hell, Part 2

01 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this classic episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe discuss various demonic and godly hogs from global traditions, as well as one parti...

Weirdhouse Cinema: City of the Living Dead

31 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this special Halloween episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe discuss the 1980 supernatural zombie film “City of the Living Dead,” d...

Grimoire of Horror, Volume 2

30 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Robert and Joe return with a second installment of Grimoire of Horror, in which they’ll each present a horror short-story of note and discuss it...

Smart Talks with IBM: IBM CEO Arvind Krishna: Creating Smarter Business with AI and Quantum

29 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Malcolm Gladwell sits down with IBM Chairman and CEO Arvind Krishna in a special live episode of Smart Talks with IBM. They d...

The Bone Collectors, Part 2

28 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this twice-damned duology from Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe discuss creatures of the natural world that collect bones...See omnystudio.c...

Weirdhouse Cinema Rewind: Prince of Darkness

27 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this classic episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe discuss the 1987 John Carpenter supernatural horror film "Prince of Darkness," starring Dona...

From the Vault: The Hogs of Hell, Part 1

25 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe discuss various demonic and godly hogs from global traditions, as well as one particular re...

Weirdhouse Cinema: Black Sunday (1960)

24 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe discuss Mario Bava’s “Black Sunday," a blood-chilling tale of witchcraft, punishment and...

The Bone Collectors, Part 1

24 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this twice-damned duology from Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe discuss creatures of the natural world that collect bones...See omnystudio.c...

The Monstrefact Redux: He Who Walks Behind the Rows

22 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this classic episode of STBYM’s The Monstrefact, Robert discusses the the sinister entity from Stephen King’s 1977 short story “C...

From the Vault: The Demons of Ancient Mesopotamia, Part 2

21 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this classic series from Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe discuss some of the more noteworthy, fascinating and potentially terrifying gods a...

Weirdhouse Cinema Rewind: Absurd

20 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this classic episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe kick off the Halloween season with the notorious low-budget 1981 Italian slasher film &ldquo...

From the Vault: The Demons of Ancient Mesopotamia, Part 1

18 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this classic series from Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe discuss some of the more noteworthy, fascinating and potentially terrifying gods a...

Weirdhouse Cinema Rewind: Horror Express

17 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this classic episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe keep the terror train rolling down the tracks with a look at the 1972 sci-fi thriller "Horro...

From the Vault: Trains of Terror, Part 2

16 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this classic episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe explore a host of scary, train-related topics, from the Victorian “railway ma...

The Monstrefact Redux: Monsters of the Cthulhu Mythos

15 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this classic episode of STBYM’s The Monstrefact, Robert discusses a few monsters of the Cthulhu mythos... (originally published 10/30/2024)Se...

From the Vault: Trains of Terror, Part 1

14 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this classic episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe explore a host of scary, train-related topics, from the Victorian “railway ma...

Weirdhouse Cinema Rewind: House of Usher (1960)

13 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this classic episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe return to the world of Corman/Poe features with 1960’s “House of Usher” st...

From the Vault: Do Aliens Speak Physics, with Daniel Whiteson

11 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Joe chats with Daniel Whiteson, co-host of the podcast "Daniel and Kelly's Extraordinary Universe" about W...

Weirdhouse Cinema: Frankenstein Meets the Wolf Man

10 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe discuss 1943's "Frankenstein Meets the Wolf Man," starring Lon Chaney Jr., Bela Lugosi and Lionel At...

It Lurks in the Mine Shaft, Part 2

09 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this sinister episode from Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe discuss different folkloric and legendary monsters tied to mine shafts and minin...

The Monstrefact: The “Minnie the Moocher” Walrus Ghost

08 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of STBYM’s The Monstrefact, Robert discusses the Walrus Ghost from the spooky 1932 Fleischer Studios Betty Boop animated short "...

It Lurks in the Mine Shaft, Part 1

07 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this sinister episode from Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe discuss different folkloric and legendary monsters tied to mine shafts and minin...

Weirdhouse Cinema Rewind: Son of Frankenstein

06 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe discuss the classic 1939 Universal horror picture “Son of Frankenstein,” starring Boris ...

From the Vault: Grimoire of Horror, Volume 1

04 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Last Halloween, Robert and Joe took a seasonal tradition in a new direction with Grimoire of Horror, in which they each presented a horror short-story...

Weirdhouse Cinema: Killer Klowns From Outer Space

03 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe discuss the 1988 horror comedy creature feature Killer Klowns From Outer Space, produced by the Chio...

Ancient Egyptian Curses, Part 2

02 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe discuss the idea of Egyptian tomb curses, how they actually factored into ancient Egyptian ...

The Monstrefact: Alien Earth Roundup

01 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of STBYM’s The Monstrefact, Robert discusses the various non-xenomorphic creatures of the 2025 series “Alien: Earth.&rdquo...

Ancient Egyptian Curses, Part 1

30 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe discuss the idea of Egyptian tomb curses, how they actually factored into ancient Egyptian ...

Weirdhouse Cinema Rewind: Spookies

29 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Yep, 1986 was a great year for genre movies — and also “Spookies” came out. In this classic episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Jo...

From the Vault: The Universe in 100 Colors, with Tyler Thrasher

27 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this classic episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert chats with artist and author Tyler Thrasher about the new book “The Universe in 100 C...

Weirdhouse Cinema: Alucarda

26 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe return to the wild realm of Mexican horror with Juan López Moctezuma’s 1977 cult classi...

The 2025 Ig Nobels, Part 2

25 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Ig Nobel Prizes once more honor ten studies that make us laugh, but then make us think. In this episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe...

The Monstrefact: Marvel’s Lady Deathstrike

24 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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

The 2025 Ig Nobels, Part 1

23 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Ig Nobel Prizes once more honor ten studies that make us laugh, but then make us think. In this episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe...

Weirdhouse Cinema Rewind: It Conquered the World

22 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe learn almost too late that man is a feeling creature... and because of it, the greatest in the unive...

From the Vault: Odds and Evens, Part 3

20 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this classic episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe explore the world of odd and even numbers. How does it factor into our psychology, ...

Weirdhouse Cinema: The Boxer's Omen

19 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe dive into the grisly black sorcery and mind-bending Buddhist magic in the legendary Shaw Brothers fi...

Jaws of the Giant Clam

18 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe discuss the giant clam and the many inaccurate myths, legends and traditions about their pr...

Smart Talks with IBM: Ferrari Fandom, Supercharged by AI

17 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Scuderia Ferrari and IBM are redefining fan engagement with AI-driven insights, and cutting-edge digital tools. Learn how IBM is helping Scuderia Ferr...

Listener Mail: Round Perdition's Flames

16 Sep 2025

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: Labyrinth

15 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this classic episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe enter the magical world of Jim Henson’s 1986 fantasy musical “Labyrinth,” ...

From the Vault: Odds and Evens, Part 2

13 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this classic episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe explore the world of odd and even numbers. How does it factor into our psychology, ...

Weirdhouse Cinema: The Wrath of Khan

12 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this special Star Trek Week episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe discuss 1982's "Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan."See omnystudio.com/listener ...

Transporters and Consciousness in Star Trek

11 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this special Star Trek Week episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe discuss teleportation in the Star Trek universe and the questions it...

The Monstrefact: The Mugatos of Star Trek

10 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of STBYM’s The Monstrefact, Robert discusses the Neuralian Mugatos of Star Trek… See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy ...

The Salt Vampires of Star Trek

09 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this special Star Trek Week episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe discuss the salt vampires of M-113 from “Star Trek: The Origin...

Weirdhouse Cinema Rewind: The Brain Eaters

08 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this classic episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe discuss the 1958 sci-fi movie “The Brain Eaters,” which doesn’t actually f...

From the Vault: Odds and Evens, Part 1

06 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this classic episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe explore the world of odd and even numbers. How does it factor into our psychology, ...

Weirdhouse Cinema: The Time Machine (1960)

05 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe discuss the 1960 film adaptation of H.G. Wells’ “The Time Machine,” starring Rod T...

Replaceable You, with Mary Roach

04 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert welcomes bestselling author Mary Roach back to the program to discuss her latest book “Replac...

The Monstrefact: The Fireys of Labyrinth

03 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of STBYM’s The Monstrefact, Robert discusses the dismemberment-loving Fireys of Jim Henson’s “Labyrinth.”See o...

From the Vault: Ancient Oars on the Wine-Dark Sea, Part 3

02 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this classic episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe explore the mysteries and marvels of oar-powered galleys and warships in the ancien...

Weirdhouse Cinema Rewind: Beyond the Mind’s Eye

01 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this classic episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe explore the mind-bending, non-narrative CGI acid trip that is 1992’s “Beyond the...

From the Vault: Ancient Oars on the Wine-Dark Sea, Part 2

30 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this classic episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe explore the mysteries and marvels of oar-powered galleys and warships in the ancien...

Weirdhouse Cinema: Empire of the Dark

29 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe delve into the low-budget 1991 horror odyssey “Empire of the Dark,” starring Steve Barke...

The Devil You Know, Part 2

28 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe discuss the psychological, economic and decision theory phenomenon known as ambiguity avers...

The Monstrefact: Aliens vs. Avengers

27 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of STBYM’s The Monstrefact, Robert discusses Marvel Comics’ "Aliens vs. Avengers" comics and some of the xenomorphic ideas...

The Devil You Know, Part 1

26 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe discuss the psychological, economic and decision theory phenomenon known as ambiguity avers...

Weirdhouse Cinema Rewind: Venom (1981)

25 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this classic episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe wrestle with their first full-blown snake movie: 1981’s “Venom.” It stars ...

From the Vault: Ancient Oars on the Wine-Dark Sea, Part 1

23 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this classic episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe explore the mysteries and marvels of oar-powered galleys and warships in the ancien...

Weirdhouse Cinema: Quatermass and the Pit

22 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe discuss the 1967 sci-fi horror film “Quatermass and the Pit” starring James Donald, Andr...

The Wallace Line, Part 2

21 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe discuss the faunal boundary line between Asia and Australia known as the Wallace Line and t...

Animalia Stupendium: The Giant Clam

20 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Bored with dragons, the wizard Argomandanies turns his arcane attention to the fantastic fauna of the natural world. Welcome to Animalia Stupendium, a...

The Wallace Line, Part 1

19 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe discuss the faunal boundary line between Asia and Australia known as the Wallace Line and t...