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From the Vault: The Lesser of Two Crab Claws, Part 1 Jun 10, 2023

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In this episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe discuss biological asymmetry in the natural world – including various examples of organisms in which side A doesn’t quite match up with side B. (originally published 06/28/2022)

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Weirdhouse Cinema: Seconds Jun 09, 2023

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In this episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe discuss John Frankenheimer's 1966 psychological horror film "Seconds," starring Rock Hudson, with cinematography by the legendary James Wong Howe.

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Hooves, Part 1 Jun 08, 2023

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In this episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe consider the form and evolution of the horse hoof, as well as related adaptations.

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The Monstrefact: Sleipnir, the Eight-Legged Horse Jun 07, 2023

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In this episode of STBYM’s The Monstrefact, Robert discusses Sleipnir, the mythical stead of the Norse god Odin.

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From the Vault: Red Leviathan, with Ryan Tucker Jones Jun 06, 2023

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In this classic episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert chats with Ryan Tucker Jones, author of the new book “Red Leviathan: The Secret History of Soviet Whaling.” Jones discusses the horrific impact of 20th century whaling, the Soviet Union’s place in whaling history and the efforts of scientists and activists to stop the practice – including scientists within the Soviet Union. (originally published 06/23/2022)

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Listener Mail: Waiting for the Eastern Glow Jun 05, 2023

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Once more, it's time for a weekly dose of Stuff to Blow Your Mind and Weirdhouse Cinema listener mail...

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From the Vault: Fire From the Rocks, Part 3 Jun 03, 2023

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It might surprise you to learn that the oldest raging fires on Earth are actually underground. In this classic episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe discuss the world of eternal flames and coal seam fires. (originally published 05/05/2022)

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Weirdhouse Cinema Rewind: The Abominable Dr. Phibes Jun 02, 2023

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In this classic episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe discuss the 1971 dark comedy horror film “The Abominable Dr. Phibes,” starring horror icon Vincent Price as the titular revenger himself. (originally published 04/01/2022)

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From the Vault: Fire From the Rocks, Part 2 Jun 01, 2023

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The Monstrefact Omnibus: Vampires May 31, 2023

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In this special episode of STBYM’s The Monstrefact, enjoy an assortment of past Monstrefact episodes about various vampires...

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