Ep. 31 - This week on Hyperfixation Time, Danny takes us on a road trip through three roadside attractions that feel less like tourist destinations and more like someone’s beautifully unfiltered imagination escaped containment. From the sprawling industrial jungle gym of City Museum, to the towering handmade chaos of Bishop Castle, to the surreal, labyrinthine fever dream that is House on the Rock, we’re diving into the stories, experiences, and absolute sensory overload of these iconic attractions. Expect hidden tunnels, giant sea creatures, questionable engineering choices, unsettling mannequins, and repeated moments of “there’s no way OSHA let this happen..."

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SOURCES:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roadside_attraction

https://www.hgtv.com/lifestyle/travel/beetlejuice-film-locations-road-trip-pictures

https://www.acuity.com/about/flagpole

https://learningenglish.voanews.com/a/america-roadside-attractions-weird-worth-stop/3447678.html

https://www.roadsideamerica.com/story/14615

https://citymuseum.org/about/

https://www.roadsideamerica.com/story/2047

https://www.roadsideamerica.com/story/2254

https://beltmag.com/wisconsin-house-on-the-rock/

https://www.uplandsguide.com/member/info/house-on-the-rock/

https://americangods.fandom.com/wiki/House_on_the_Rock

Ep. 30 - Spring means baby animals everywhere, but helping wildlife is a lot more complicated than most people think. In this episode of Hyperfixation Time, we break down what to do if you find baby birds, rabbits, squirrels, raccoons, possums, fawns, and more.

We cover common myths, when to intervene versus when to leave animals alone, and the basics of wildlife rehab from an everyday person’s perspective. Equal parts educational, emotional, and mildly chaotic.

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SOURCES:

 https://www.allaboutbirds.org/news/i-found-a-baby-bird-what-do-i-do/ https://www.humanesociety.org/resources/found-orphaned-or-injured-wild-animal

https://www.internationalowlcenter.org/ https://www.humanesociety.org/resources/raccoons-and-people

https://www.wildliferehabinfo.org/ https://ontariospca.ca/blog/what-to-do-if-you-find-baby-raccoons/

https://opossumsocietyus.org/orphaned-opossum-care/ https://www.humanesociety.org/resources/found-orphaned-or-injured-wild-animal

https://www.nwrawildlife.org/ https://ahnow.org/ https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/

Ep. 29 -

They were only supposed to be gone for three days...

It’s been decades.

In this episode, Danny takes us into the wild, emotional, and occasionally bizarre story of the dogs of Chernobyl, from abandoned pets to fully adapted survivors. We’ll talk about how they’ve managed to live in the exclusion zone, the humans who still look after them, and the moment the internet collectively panicked over a pack of mysteriously blue dogs.

Sad? Yes. Fascinating? Also yes.

*Trigger warning - this episode includes talks of animal death. Please listen with care*

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SOURCES:
https://www.cleanfutures.org/dogs-of-chernobyl/

https://www.science.org/doi/10.1126/sciadv.ade2537

https://magazine.columbia.edu/article/super-canines-chernobyl-and-other-science-news

https://www.discovermagazine.com/dogs-in-chornobyl-are-mysteriously-turning-blue-but-radiation-is-not-to-blame-48205

https://people.com/pets/hbo-chernobyl-dog-death-scene-explained/

https://medium.com/@vetvoyages/the-dogs-of-chernobyl-38cad082a289

https://www.npr.org/transcripts/1198909263

Ep. 28 - Cadaver dogs might sound spooky at first, but there’s so much more than meets the nose. In this episode of Hyperfixation Time, Erin and Danny dig into the fascinating world of these highly trained pups. From the science behind their incredible sense of smell and the history of their training to surprising fun facts and real-life stories, we explore how cadaver dogs bring closure to families, help law enforcement, and even contribute to public safety. What seems morbid on the surface is actually a story of bravery, compassion, and teamwork, showing that sometimes the most unusual topics can have the most positive impact.

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SOURCES:

https://www.dogster.com/dog-training/cadaver-dog-training

https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/family-dog/cadaver-dogs-how-canine-noses-help-find-dead-bodies/

https://www.thesprucepets.com/cadaver-dogs-1113771

https://www.kinship.com/dog-lifestyle/what-is-a-cadaver-dog-news

https://alifeofdogs.com/the-history-of-cadaver-dogs/

https://scholarworks.sjsu.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1124&context=themis#:~:text=Page%208,other%20side%20of%20the%20system.

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7401519/

https://blog.education.nationalgeographic.org/2018/03/06/cadaver-dogs-sniff-out-likely-revolutionary-war-burial-ground/#:~:text=Most%20cadaver%20dogs%20are%20Labrador,%2C%20strong%20nerves%2C%20and%20confidence.

Episode 27 - In this episode of Hyperfixation Time, Danny surprises Erin and brings in our friend Amy, who takes us on a deep dive into the rich, expressive world of American Sign Language (ASL).

**Before we begin, we want to be clear: we are not Deaf or hard of hearing, and we’re not experts. This episode comes from a place of curiosity, respect, and a desire to learn, not to speak over the Deaf community or present ourselves as authorities.

With that in mind, Amy guides us through the history of ASL, how its grammar and structure differ from spoken English, and the nuances that make it a fully realized language (not just “English with hand motions,” as we quickly learn). We also explore etiquette, common misconceptions, and some of the ongoing conversations and controversies within and around the Deaf community.

Think of this episode as three friends sitting at the edge of something vast and important, asking questions, getting things wrong occasionally, and trying to understand better as we go.

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Episode 26: Ben Platt

What does it take to become the voice of a generation — and then have everyone turn around and argue about it? This week, Erin's hyperfixation is Ben Platt: a kid who grew up performing, became a Broadway legend before 25, and made the world cry every single night as Evan Hansen. We're getting into his full history, his impact on musical theater, the controversies that followed one of his most iconic roles, and what he's got coming next. Danny had no idea this was coming, and honestly? Neither did we. Pull up a seat, we're Waving Through a Window, because this one's got range — just like Ben.

*Trigger Warning* - This episode discusses suicide. Please listen with care.

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SOURCES:

• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ben_Platt
• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marc_Platt_(producer)
• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dear_Evan_Hansen
• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pitch_Perfect_(film)
• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pitch_Perfect_2
• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Politician_(TV_series)
• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sing_to_Me_Instead
• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Reverie_(Ben_Platt_album)
• https://playbill.com
• https://www.billboard.com
• https://www.nytimes.com
• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/EGOT

Episode 25: The Lunar New Year and the Chinese Zodiac

Per Danny's husband Dwight's request, we’re ringing in the Lunar New Year the Hyperfixation Time way. This week Danny looks into the traditions, myths, and how different countries celebrate the holiday. Think of this as your friendly deep dive into one of humanity’s oldest and most meaningful annual celebrations. Let us know what you learned or how your community celebrates it!

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SOURCES:

https://www.fengshuiweb.co.uk/characteristics-of-the-water-rooster/https://www.fengshuiweb.co.uk/characteristics-of-the-water-monkey/https://www.vancouverliondance.com/post/dragon-dance-vs-lion-dance

https://www.chinahighlights.com/festivals/lantern-festival.htm

https://www.travelchinaguide.com/intro/social_customs/zodiac/horse.htmhttps://www.britannica.com/topic/Chinese-New-Year

https://www.chinahighlights.com/travelguide/festivals/when-chinese-new-year.html

https://www.facebook.com/zhongyikungfuassociationhttps://www.overture.org/tickets-events/2025-26-season/international-festival/_gl=1*1vrbg1s*_up*MQ..*_gs*MQ..&gclid=Cj0KCQiA4eHLBhCzARIsAJ2NZoKPXvwYm4BAUvtHWVDnwlT2BQqVq4F04kKvaf0leT7VkZFUyu071ccaAp0QEALw_wcB&gbraid=0AAAAADpp3d7zv9L5x7Q_TMax2Hk2xcOBI

https://www.zykfa.org/

Episode 24 - Are Love Languages a breakthrough, or just astrology for people in relationships? This week on Hyperfixation Time, we dig into what this wildly popular framework gets right, what it oversimplifies, and how it shows up in our real lives. From acts of service to words of affirmation, we talk about how we try to love, how we want to be loved, and why those two things don’t always line up.**FOLLOW US! We will release a historical video of the two of us that will either be cute or really cringe or maybe both, but only WHEN we reach 500 followers on one platform. So please like and subscribe!

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**DISCLAIMER** Please note: Erin and Danny are not experts, just two curious people who love diving into topics they find fascinating. Some details may be simplified or not 100% precise, and that’s okay. They’re here to have fun, learn along the way, and bring you with them.SOURCES:https://www.psychiatrist.com/news/study-refutes-concept-of-love-languages/https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/self-made/202501/love-languages-what-science-actually-says-about-relationshipshttps://www.cnbc.com/2022/10/29/how-the-5-love-languages-stays-relevant-30-years-after-publication.html#:~:text=Gary%20Chapman%20says%20he%20and,person%20expresses%20or%20experiences%20love:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Five_Love_Languages

Episode 23 - This week, Danny takes us inside her favorite band, AJR. We dive into their history, their unmistakable sound, their ties to theater, and what makes them such ridiculously lovable human beings. From big feelings to bigger hooks, philanthropism to the importance of a trappers' hat, this episode is all about why AJR’s music hits so hard and sticks around in your brain. If you like pop songs with heart, honesty, and a lot of personality, stick around. You might just leave with a new favorite band.

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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/AJR#cite_note-16

https://www.iheart.com/content/2022-12-09-ajrs-jack-met-reveals-how-many-of-the-hat-he-really-has/

https://www.songfacts.com/facts/ajr/3-oclock-things

https://www.reddit.com/r/AJR/comments/f2tl6p/the_voice_saying_here_we_go_and_metronome_in_bang/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wu0zXXkbEb8

https://open.spotify.com/episode/1TgBaC2jbRtKmJW0RZZTSK?si=1be5278a1bb24fa1

https://open.spotify.com/episode/1FY2aqJYgZJIde77J2Jlqh?si=b28088635e414dc8

https://www.adammet.net/amplify

Episode 22: What if simply standing up felt like sprinting a mile?

In this episode of our POTScast...(get it?), we have our first guest presenter! Erin invited her sister, Dr. Katie who is an expert in POTS (Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome) to unpack a condition that turns everyday movements into full-body events.

We explore what POTS actually is, how it affects the nervous system, why it’s often misunderstood or misdiagnosed, and what daily life looks like for people living in dysregulated bodies that don’t follow the rules.

This isn’t a medical lecture. It’s a human story about invisible illness, resilience without romanticizing suffering, and what it means to live in a body that operates on a different operating system.

We talk symptoms, neuroscience, stigma, coping tools, impacts, and the quiet strength of navigating a world that expects you to function like nothing’s wrong.

Because sometimes survival looks like sitting down.And sometimes bravery looks like standing up anyway.

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