Hyperfixation Investigations

Inspired by the mention of The Kraken in our last episode, Kara decided to join Josh in the realm of deep sea creatures, monsters, and cryptids. Explore with us as we follow the story of Scotland’s beloved Nessie from it’s ancient origins to the modern science trying to find the truth deep in Loch Ness.

Discussion Includes:

Ancient Sightings & Myths

The 1933 Sighting

1934-1994: Sightings and Science

The Hoax

Sonar Expeditions

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Let’s continue our joyful learning about Josh’s favorite cephalopods, the octopus! This episodes continues from Episode 32. Josh will take us diving down to the further depths of their intelligence, shapeshifting, and mythologies!

Discussion Includes:

How to Shapeshift 101

What Do Octopus Dream About?

Intelligence = Adaptability

A Creature of Myth & Legend

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Swim with us through the coral reefs and dark sea floors as we explore the outrageous octopus! This episode specifically delves into the general evolutionary and biological facts of these 8-legged friends. Mythology, history, culture impacts and more will be available in a later episode! The intelligence and strangeness of these animals is sure to fascinate you, as it does Josh and Kara!

Discussion Includes:

Etymology of Octopus & Its Plurals

Evolution & the Mollusk Phylum

Cephalopods & Jet Propulsion

Surviving the Chicxulub Meteor

DNA versus RNA: Evolution & Adaption

Biology Overview

Arms versus Legs

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We’re leaping for joy this week as we discuss one of the peculiar days of the year: Leap Day! This day has been a long addition to certain civilizations’ time-keeping ways, including the Julian and Gregorian calendars. Learn about how this day came to be through both a historic and scientific lens.

Discussion Includes:

The Julian Calendar-Romans

The Gregorian Calendar-Catholics

Why February?

Other Forms of Calendars

Traditions & Celebrations of Leap Day/Year

Happy Valentine’s Day to all who celebrate! This holiday of love has ancient origins from Rome and Catholicism. It has become a saturated business market and an important day for restaurants, flower shops, bakeries and more. Join us as we explore the roots of this holiday and the myths, saints, and female entrepreneurs that have shaped it!

Discussion Includes:

Lupercalia and Ancient Rome

Various Myths and Origins

Saint Valentine(s) & Feast Days

Chaucer

Esther Howland

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In January 1926, some of the most important strides in mechanical television technology were made! Join Kara and Josh as they discuss the history & science of mechanical television and one of it’s most important inventors: John Logie Baird. With technology created in the 1880’s through to the switch to electronic television, we will flip the channels through many cool and impressive moments in television’s early history.

Discussion Includes:

Nipkow Discs & Other Science

Early Mechanical TV History

John Logie Baird

Overview of the Move to Electronic Television

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After a lovely holiday season, Josh and Kara return to talk about Santa’s home—The North Pole! But what many may not know, is that there are in fact, multiple north poles, each with slightly different definitions and uses in the sciences. So join us this week as we explore the many north poles!

Discussion Includes:

Geographic Poles

Magnetic Poles

The Mythical North Pole

Explorations of the Poles

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Welcome to the final episode of 2025! To “round out” the year, we are telling the tale of pumpkins, North America’s favorite native gourd/squash! While most know for its use in pies and lattes, pumpkin has a long and diverse history! It is likely one of the oldest domesticated foods in the Americas. So join us in celebrating the end of autumn with a deep dive on these famous gourds!

Discussion Includes:

Scientific Biology Overview

Agricultural Overview

Ancient History of Pumpkins

Colonization of Pumpkins

Pumpkin Fun Facts!

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The skies of November have turned gloomy friends, so it is a fitting time to tell the tale of the SS Edmund Fitzgerald. Many have heard the song, but the true story is a tragic example of the dangers of Lake Superior even in modern times. In this episode, Josh leads us through the life and final voyage of The Fitz and how Gordon Lightfoot found inspiration for a famous folk rock sea shanty.

Discussion Includes:

The Creation of the Ship

The Omens of it’s Launch

The Cargo

Her 749th & Final Voyage

Theories and Investigations of the Sinking

The Song & The Memorials

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