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Stuff To Blow Your Mind

Deep in the back of your mind, you’ve always had the feeling that there’s something strange about reality. There is. Join Robert Lamb and Joe McCormick as they examine neurological quandaries, cosmic mysteries, evolutionary marvels and our transhuman future.

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62:40

From the Vault: The Invention of Cotton Candy, Part 1

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2026/01/22

So what exactly IS cotton candy and how does this curious confectionary concoction tie into other culinary traditions, including China’s Dragon’s beard candy? Find out in this classic episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind. (originally published 1/30/2025) (part 1 of 2)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:41

The Monstrefact: The Xenomorph Queen

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2026/01/21

In this episode of STBYM’s The Monstrefact, Robert discusses the xenomorph queen from the “Alien” universe…See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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65:19

From the Vault: Pretend Play, Part 5

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2026/01/20

In this classic episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe explore the world of pretend play in childhood development and human consciousness. (part 5 of 5) (originally published 1/23/2025)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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57:25

From the Vault: Pretend Play, Part 4

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2026/01/17

In this classic episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe explore the world of pretend play in childhood development and human consciousness. (part 4 of 5) (originally published 1/21/2025)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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114:18

Weirdhouse Cinema: Deep Red

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2026/01/16

In this episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe celebrate January Giallo with a look at Italian horror master Dario Argento’s 1975 film “Deep Red,” starring David Hemmings and with an iconic score by Goblin.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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66:20

O Death, Part 4: Santa Muerte and...

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2026/01/15

In this series from Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe discuss anthropomorphic personifications of death in human culture. What do they mean? Where do they come from? Why and how are they gendered? Find out…See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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33:58

Smart Talks with IBM: NASA and AI: Decoding Our Universe

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2026/01/14

NASA and IBM have developed advanced AI foundation models that analyze satellite data to reveal patterns across Earth and beyond. These tools are already driving real‑world impact, from helping Kenya plan the planting of 15 billion trees to enabling the UK to track harmful algae blooms. This collaboration provides strategic insights for climate action, environmental monitoring, and emergency response. This is a paid advertisement from IBM. The conversations on this podcast don't necessarily

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47:11

O Death, Part 3: Dark Mother, Always Gliding Near

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2026/01/13

In this series from Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe discuss anthropomorphic personifications of death in human culture. What do they mean? Where do they come from? Why and how are they gendered? Find out…See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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66:07

From the Vault: Pretend Play, Part 3

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2026/01/10

In this classic episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe explore the world of pretend play in childhood development and human consciousness. (part 3 of 5) (originally published 1/16/2025)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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81:54

Weirdhouse Cinema: Burial Ground

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2026/01/09

In this episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe discuss the infamously trashy 1981 Italian zombie movie “Burial Ground,” directed by Andrea Bianchi and starring Karin Well, Mariangela Giordano and Peter Bark.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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56:46

O Death, Part 2: Threads of Fate

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2026/01/08

In this series from Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe discuss anthropomorphic personifications of death in human culture. What do they mean? Where do they come from? Why and how are they gendered? Find out…See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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4:34

The Monstrefact: Monaciello

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2026/01/07

In this episode of the Monstrefact, Robert discusses the Neapolitan sprite known as Monaciello or the little monk...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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68:30

O Death, Part 1: The Reaper’s Image

Stuff To Blow Your Mind ·

2026/01/06

In this series from Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe discuss anthropomorphic personifications of death in human culture. What do they mean? Where do they come from? Why and how are they gendered? Find out…See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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57:46

From the Vault: Pretend Play, Part 2

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2026/01/03

In this classic episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe explore the world of pretend play in childhood development and human consciousness. (originally published 1/9/2025) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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90:59

Weirdhouse Cinema Rewind: Footprints on the Moon

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2026/01/02

In this classic episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe tap into the January Giallo spirit of things with 1975’s “Footprints on the Moon,” a beautifully-shot surreal mystery starring Florinda Bolkan, Peter McEnery, Nicoletta Elmi and Klaus Kinski -- with cinematography by Oscar-winner Vittorio Storaro. (originally published 1/24/2025)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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61:18

The Twilight Zone: The Rip Van Winkle Caper

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2026/01/01

Submitted for your approval: Given listener nostalgia for past TV marathons of The Twilight Zone, Robert and Joe devote this episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind to the classic episode “The Rip Van Winkle Caper.” Join them as they break down some of the scientific, cultural and economic topics associated with it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:02

The Monstrefact: The Silvesterkläuse

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2025/12/31

In this episode of STBYM’s The Monstrefact, Robert discusses the Silvesterkläuse, particularly the monstrous “ugly” versions that factor into Swiss New Year’s Eve traditions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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55:14

STBYM Listener Mail: 2025 Mailbag Eversion

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2025/12/30

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.

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69:48

From the Vault: Pretend Play, Part 1

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2025/12/27

In this classic episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe explore the world of pretend play in childhood development and human consciousness. (originally published 1/7/2025)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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44:06

From the Vault: Christmas Trees Beneath the Sea

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2025/12/25

In today’s classic holiday episode, Rob and Joe once more turn their minds to Christmas trees – but not the ones you’ll find in living rooms and department stores. No, for these Christmas trees, they’ll be considering natural organisms in the watery depths of Earths’ oceans… (originally 12/12/2024)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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