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We could all use a little positivity right now. That’s why we created a playlist of our favorite "Stuff" episodes to brighten your day from Stuff You Should Know, Stuff You Missed in History Class, Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Stuff They Don't Want You to Kno

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    • May 22, 2020 LATEST EPISODE
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    Psychedelics Playlist: The Manifested Mind, Part 5

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2020 57:13


    What are psychedelics? How have these substances influenced human minds and culture? What exactly do they invoke in the brain and how could a renaissance of scientific study into their properties improve our lives? In this series of Stuff to Blow Your Mind episodes, Robert and Joe explore the world of entheogens. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Psychedelics Playlist: The Manifested Mind, Part 4

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2020 52:45


    What are psychedelics? How have these substances influenced human minds and culture? What exactly do they invoke in the brain and how could a renaissance of scientific study into their properties improve our lives? In this series of Stuff to Blow Your Mind episodes, Robert and Joe explore the world of entheogens. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Psychedelics Playlist: The Manifested Mind, Part 3

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2020 81:55


    What are psychedelics? How have these substances influenced human minds and culture? What exactly do they invoke in the brain and how could a renaissance of scientific study into their properties improve our lives? In this series of Stuff to Blow Your Mind episodes, Robert and Joe explore the world of entheogens. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Psychedelics Playlist: The Manifested Mind, Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2020 70:45


    What are psychedelics? How have these substances influenced human minds and culture? What exactly do they invoke in the brain and how could a renaissance of scientific study into their properties improve our lives? In this series of Stuff to Blow Your Mind episodes, Robert and Joe explore the world of entheogens. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Psychedelics Playlist: The Manifested Mind, Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2020 88:55


    What are psychedelics? How have these substances influenced human minds and culture? What exactly do they invoke in the brain and how could a renaissance of scientific study into their properties improve our lives? In this series of Stuff to Blow Your Mind episodes, Robert and Joe explore the world of entheogens. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Invention Playlist 4: Invented Words, Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2020 61:29


    Where do new words come from? Robert and Joe explore... Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Invention Playlist 4: Invented Words, Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2020 59:26


    Where do new words come from? Robert and Joe explore... Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Invention Playlist 4: Barbed Wire

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2020 58:01


    You may very well encounter barbed wire everyday -- and, in all likelihood, you see THROUGH this flesh-ripping barrier. Where did this invention come from? How did it change the world? Robert and Joe discuss “the devil's rope” in this episode. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Invention Playlist 4: The Turnspit Dog

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2020 71:10


    Robert and Joe continue the month's journey through human CULINARY techno-history -- this time with the story of the turnspit dog. This now-extinct breed of dog turned the meat in many a European kitchen, before it was replaced by machines. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Invention Playlist 4: Penicillin

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2020 54:35


    A fungal accident in the early 20th century opened the door for the medical wonders of the antibiotic age. In this episode, Robert and Joe explore what came before and how Alexander Fleming's discovery changed the world. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Invention Playlist 4: The Museum

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2020 74:30


    Where do museums come from? Explore their history in this episode... Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Invention Playlist 4: Sun Glasses

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2020 52:36


    Shades didn't invent themselves. Robert and Joe explore their origins... Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Invention Playlist 4: Chopsticks

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2020 59:51


    Chopsticks may seem like a basic invention, but this invention has a fascinating history... Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Invention Playlist 4: The Vending Machine

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2020 46:58


    It took my quarters and gave me candy, but who invented this machine? Find out... Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Invention Playlist 4: Guillotine

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2020 60:16


    It cuts heads off, but who invented it? Robert and Joe explore. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Invention Playlist 3: Board Games, Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2020 67:13


    Board games have only grown in variety and complexity in recent decades, but just how far back in time do these curious physical simulations go? In this episode of Invention, Robert Lamb and Joe McCormick consider the meeples of ancient history. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Invention Playlist 3: Board Games, Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2020 57:43


    Board games have only grown in variety and complexity in recent decades, but just how far back in time do these curious physical simulations go? In this episode of Invention, Robert Lamb and Joe McCormick consider the meeples of ancient history. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Invention Playlist 3: The Atlatl Spear Thrower

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2020 65:52


    The spear is a truly ancient human technology, but this preceded one of humanity's oldest mechanical inventions: the atlatl or spear thrower. In this episode of Invention, Robert and Joe explore the history and physics of this amazing hunting device. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Invention Playlist 3: The Condom

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2020 55:46


    Condoms are an important part of human health and medicine, but where did this invention come from? Robert and Joe explore in this episode of Invention. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Invention Playlist 3: Air Conditioning, Part 3

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2020 58:34


    Air conditioning has had a profound impact on modern life -- and in more ways than you might realize. In this trio of Invention episodes, Robert and Joe explore pre-AC cooling methods, the invention itself and the many ways it changed the shape (and temperature) of our lives. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Invention Playlist 3: Air Conditioning, Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2020 55:46


    Air conditioning has had a profound impact on modern life -- and in more ways than you might realize. In this trio of Invention episodes, Robert and Joe explore pre-AC cooling methods, the invention itself and the many ways it changed the shape (and temperature) of our lives. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Invention Playlist 3: Air Conditioning, Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2020 57:43


    Air conditioning has had a profound impact on modern life -- and in more ways than you might realize. In this trio of Invention episodes, Robert and Joe explore pre-AC cooling methods, the invention itself and the many ways it changed the shape (and temperature) of our lives. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Invention Playlist 3: Bread/Toast/Toasters

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2020 55:35


    Who invented toast? Who then went on to invent the toaster? In this episode of Invention, Robert and Joe chase the origins of bread transformed through the Maillard reaction and consider the origins of the specialized mini-oven we use to do it. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Invention Playlist 3: Ketchup

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2020 71:17


    You love it. You put it on everything. But where does ketchup come from? In this episode of Invention, Robert and Joe explore the mysterious origins of everyone's favorite sweet red sauce -- and consider the jaw-dropping fact that ketchup isn't always red and isn't always made from tomatoes. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Invention Playlist 3: Beachbum Berry on the Mai Tai

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2020 72:35


    The Mai Tai isn't only the most famous Tiki cocktail, it's one of the most well known cocktails on the planet. But where does it come from? Who invented it? In this episode of Invention, Robert and Joe turn to noted Tiki historian and mixologist Jeff “Beachbum” Berry for answers. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Invention Playlist II: Bubble Wrap

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2020 54:25


    Robert and Joe explore the origins and impact of bubble wrap... Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Invention Playlist II: Toilets, Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2020 61:02


    Robert and Joe explore the origins and impact of the toilet... Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Invention Playlist II: Toilets, Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2020 56:05


    Robert and Joe explore the origins and impact of the toilet... Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Invention Playlist II: Walls

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2020 51:18


    Robert and Joe explore the origins and impact of walls... Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Invention Playlist II: Braille

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2020 55:07


    Robert and Joe explore the origins and impact of braille... Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Invention Playlist II: The Wheel, Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2020 48:02


    Robert and Joe explore the origins and impact of the wheel... Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Invention Playlist II: The Wheel, Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2020 59:09


    Robert and Joe explore the origins and impact of the wheel... Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Invention Playlist II: Roads

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2020 38:21


    Robert and Joe explore the origins and impact of roads... Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Invention Playlist II: The Saxophone

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2020 64:05


    Robert and Joe explore the origins and impact of the saxophone... Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Invention Playlist II: Toothpaste

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2020 59:54


    Robert and Joe explore the origins and impact of toothpaste... Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    STBYM Halftober Monsterfest Playlist, Episode 10: Giant Spider Meal

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2020 76:25


    At least giant spiders are not trying to eat us. Right? Right? Let's close out Halftober Monsterfest with 2016's episode about what it would be like to be eaten by a giant spider. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    STBYM Halftober Monsterfest Playlist, Episode 9: Mindflayers

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2020 80:05


    Demogorgon wasn't enough for you? Fine. Here's our 2016 episode on Dungeons and Dragons' fantastic mindflayer monster and how it matches up with the natural world. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    STBYM Halftober Monsterfest Playlist, Episode 8: Demon in the Halls of Sleep

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2020 83:52


    Halftober Monsterfest is about to get even weirder. Explore the basics of incubus and succubus myths, a few international variants and the possible biological, psychological and neurological explanations for these paranormal encounters. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    STBYM Halftober Monsterfest Playlist, Episode 7: Carnivorous Plants

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2020 76:56


    Halftober Monsterfest continues with Stuff to Blow Your Mind's 2016 episode about carnivorous plants in nature and myth. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    STBYM Halftober Monsterfest Playlist, Episode 6: A Game of Werewolf

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2020 76:25


    Are you a werewolf? You have to tell me if you're a werewolf. It's the law. Up next on the Halftober Monsterfest Playlist is the 2017 episode "A Game of Werewolf" about the deep psychology of a beloved social game. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    STBYM Halftober Monsterfest Playlist, Episode 4: Killer's Mask

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2020 73:08


    The most recent Friday the 13th holiday was kind of a bummer, so let's play catch-up with this 2018 episode about masked killers in reality, fiction and culture. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    STBYM Halftober Monsterfest Playlist, Episode 5: Cambrian Monsters

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2020 78:50


    Let's go back to 2017. Heck, let's go back 500 million years to the monster-haunted waters of the Cambrian period. Halftoberfest now. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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