Mythfits

Joined by baseball innovator Aaron Leanhardt, who reveals the story (and controversy) behind his wild “torpedo bat” design - Kari and Tory break down some classic baseball myths, bizarre baseball superstitions, and reveal some more BTS MythBusters secrets...

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Chapters

0:00 Introduction to Baseball Superstitions
2:41 Kari's Evolving Interest in Sports
5:32 Baseball Myths Explored
8:46 Innovations in Baseball Equipment
11:37 Interview with Aaron Lenny-Leanhardt
14:43 The Science Behind Bat Design
17:29 Baseball Strategies and Signals
20:20 Superstitions and Their Impact on Players
23:36 Fan Questions and RFID Chip
26:21 Closing Thoughts and Future Topics

Keywords

#baseball, #superstitions, #myths, #sports, #innovation, #batdesign, #Aaron Lenny-Linhardt, #baseballstrategies, #mentalhealth, #podcast #mythbusters #mythfits

This podcast is for entertainment purposes only. Views expressed on this podcast solely reflect those of the host and do not reflect the views of Pionaire.

In this high-stakes episode of MythFits, Tory and Kari go undercover and take off their "masks" to go deep into some fan-favorite episodes of MythBusters: "Mission Impossible Mask" & "Crimes & Myth-Demeanors". Along the way, they break down the MythBusters episodes that tackled spy-level myths, including realistic masks, and breaking into a high-security vault. 

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Chapters

0:00 Welcome to Mythfits
0:50 Childhood Trauma and Home Life
4:20 Rat Infestation and DIY Solutions
8:04 Transitioning to Mission Impossible
9:04 Exploring Heist Myths
11:29 The Art of Disguise
15:01 Behind the Scenes of Mythbusters
20:11 Testing Security Systems
25:23 The Poke It with a Stick Method
30:29 Real-Life Laser Beams
33:17 The Spy Life and Unique Skills
35:33 Lunch Orders and Exploding Mustard

Keywords

Mythbusters, rat infestation, Mission Impossible, heist myths, disguise, security systems, behind the scenes, funny memories, podcast

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Kari and Tory welcome the legendary Sergeant JD Nelson, the bomb tech who practically became the sixth MythBuster! In this episode, we're finally addressing the infamous cannonball incident that made international news...

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Chapters

0:00 The Infamous MythBuster Moment
7:44 Introducing JD Nelson: The Bomb Tech Extraordinaire
16:57 The Cannonball Incident: A MythBuster's Nightmare
25:10 Fan Questions with JD Nelson

Keywords

MythBusters, JD Nelson, cannonball incident, explosives, safety, fan questions, behind the scenes, Kari Byron, Tory Belleci

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Content Warning: This episode contains open discussions about death. Listener discretion is  advised.

In this wildly weird episode of MythFits, Kari and Tory tackle the one topic we’re all dying to know more about - death.
But don’t worry, it’s not all gloom and doom. With special guest Caitlin Doughty-mortician, author, and death-fluencer. They explore the science, myths, and cultural quirks around what happens after we kick the bucket - while also tackling the most important question about death: Can you poop when you die? Stay tuned to find out!

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Go check out Caitlin Doughty's work!:

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AskAMortician
TED Talk: The corpses that changed my life:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OKIyDMaxh4w
About: https://caitlindoughty.com/about/

Chapters

0:00 Exploring Death: A Lighthearted Approach
8:33 Introducing Caitlin Doughty: The Death Influencer
10:57 Myths and Science of Death
14:44 Curious Questions About Death
18:57 The Reality of Death and Decomposition
22:40 Death in Popular Culture: Disney and Beyond
25:32 MacGyvering in the Funeral Industry
34:35 Beliefs About the Afterlife

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This week Kari and Tory catch up with former build team member, Scottie! They’re diving into behind the scenes moments, favorite memories, and asking what everyone wants to know…why did Scottie leave MythBusters and what is she doing now?

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Chapters

0:00 Revisiting MythBusters: A Nostalgic Reunion
4:27 Behind the Scenes: The Making of MythBusters
10:07 The Challenges of Filming: Trials and Triumphs
16:04 The Puppet Master: Navigating Production Dynamics
22:07 Memorable Myths: Stories from the Set
30:06 Scottie's Departure: The Million Dollar Question
34:57 Life After MythBusters: Scotty's New Journey

Keywords

MythBusters, Scotty Chapman, Tori Belleci, Kari Byron, behind the scenes, television, welding, fabrication, challenges, departure

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Kari and Tory are back to answer your weirdest, wildest, and most WTF fan questions - including the one everyone’s too afraid to ask: did Kari actually flash Tory on set? (You’ll have to listen for yourself.) They also dig into Large Dangerous Rocket Ships memories, awkward butt scan moments, and some of their favorite pranks from MythBusters.

Remember, no myth is too weird - and no question is too awkward!

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Chapters

0:00 Introduction to Mythfits and AMA Episode

0:41 Pranks on the set of MythBusters

7:47 The Fainting Goats Episode: Behind the Scenes

9:43 Residuals and the Impact of MythBusters

11:31 Dream Guests and Interesting Careers

14:18 LDRS: Large and Dangerous Rocket Ships

20:20 The Infamous Butt Scan Incident

26:26 Future Plans: Touring and Fan Interaction

Keywords

Mythfits, MythBusters, AMA, pranks, fainting goats, residuals, dream guests, LDRS, butt scan, podcast

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In this special AMA episode of MythFits, Kari Byron and Tory Belleci go full MythBuster mode as they answer fan-submitted questions-no myth is off-limits! From revealing who actually passed the infamous lie detector test to spilling secrets behind other wild myths, Kari and Tory bring the laughs, the memories, and a few surprises.

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Chapters

0:00 The Journey of Mythfits

3:56 Behind the Scenes of Mythbusters

7:47 The Lie Detector Challenge

11:51 Memorable Myths and Experiments

16:03 The Creative Process of Mythbusters

27:56 Connecting with Fans and Future Plans

Keywords

Mythbusters, podcast, Tori Belleci, Kari Byron, experiments, behind the scenes, fan interaction, lie detector, creative process, memorable myths

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This week on MythFits, Kari and Tory are joined by Modern Family producer and comedy mastermind Danny Zuker! They launch into a chaotic conversation about Pumpkin Chunkin mayhem, the creeping rise of AI in writers’ rooms, and a Flying Anvils story so wild it ends with someone mysteriously… missing a thumb.

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Chapters

0:00 - Circumcision Episode Discussion

0:58 - Podcast Launch and Success

1:38 - New York Billboard Experience

3:39 - Parenting and Babysitting Challenges

4:36 - Nanny Robot Ideas

7:00 - Reflections on MythBusters

11:42 - Pitching Show Ideas

16:12 - AI in Television and Film

17:17 - Danny Zuker's Insights

47:29 - Audience Questions and Stories

Keywords

podcast, Mythbusters, Modern Family, content creation, parenting, technology, AI, show development, humor, behind the scenes, Pumpkin Chunk, Mythbusters, Comedy, AI, Writing, Explosions, Television, Safety, Entertainment, Censorship

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Is AI is taking over…? In this episode of Mythfits, Kari and Tory dive into the wild world of Google Veo3, react to viral AI videos, and spill behind-the-scenes secrets from their MythBusters episode : "Fixing a Flat" and more!

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Chapters

00:00 The Rise of AI and Its Impact on Reality

09:37 Exploring Viral Videos: Mythbusters Style

17:07 Testing the Limits: Explosives and Surfing

26:12 The Intersection of AI and Reality

36:03 Behind the Scenes: The Matt Cain Viral Video

Keywords

AI, Mythbusters, viral videos, technology, reality, testing myths, Matt Cain, surfing, explosives, digital media

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This week, Kari and Tory sit down with the legendary producer behind the madness—Linda Wolkovitch, the woman who helped bring MythBusters to life! From last-minute explosions to unscripted chaos, Linda shares never-before-heard stories from behind the scenes of MythBusters!

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Chapters

0:00 Welcome to MythFits

2:59 Reminiscing About MythBusters

5:51 Behind the Scenes of MythBusters

9:12 Sourcing the Impossible

12:07 Explosive Experiments and Challenges

14:57 Memorable Myths and Experiments

17:48 The Chaos of Filming

21:07 The Unexpected Consequences of Explosions

23:49 Audience Questions and Future Ideas

Keywords:

MythBusters, Kari Byron, Tory Belleci, Linda Wolkovich, behind the scenes, explosions, experiments, sourcing, memories, podcast

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