Science with The Blunt Letters

Sarah Bartell is back on The Blunt Letters Podcast! After making her mark as a rugged Naked and Afraid survivalist and off-grid homesteader, she’s returned to share eerie tales of unexplained encounters and give an inside look at her wolfdog rescue efforts. Get ready for a wild, haunting, and heartwarming episode with one of the most authentic voices in survival.

*We will be updating the show notes with the organizations that Sarah works with when the information becomes available. Please check back soon!

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Featuring the original song “Cat Madness” by Micaela Superstar

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S3 Ep 11: Getting wild and spooky with Sarah Bartell of Naked and Afraid 

S3 ep 12:Part 2! Getting wild and spooky with Sarah Bartell of Naked and Afraid Blue Zones

Monsters Among Us Podcast

Yellowjackets (TV Series 2021)

Naked and Afraid Last One Standing Season 1

Can cats actually predict death?

Meateater (TV Series 2012)

This week on The Blunt Letters, Micaela, Elle, and Jerbil dive headfirst into the surprisingly fascinating world of submarines! What starts as a look at the tragic OceanGate disaster and the new Netflix documentary quickly turns into a deep-sea rabbit hole of science, history, and a whole lot of “Wait, submarines do what now?” From how these underwater beasts actually work to the wild ways humans have tried (and failed) to explore the ocean, the crew uncovers just how strange and incredible this technology really is.

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Featuring the original song “Jon B” by Micaela Superstar

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Titan: The OceanGate Disaster

BL S3 Ep 24 Adventures on the Alimentary Canal with Scientist Sarah (Gulp Episode)Submarine Balancing

Submarine Wiki

Dive deep with The Blunt Letters as Micaela, Elle, and Jerbil explore the strange and slippery secrets of the deep! From the eerie legends of Lake Baikal, the world’s largest (and weirdest) lake, to brine pools that act like underwater death traps, the crew takes you on a wild ride through Earth’s most mysterious waters. They chat about ancient sea monsters, underwater UFO sightings, and vanishing land masses that have baffled scientists for decades.

Is the truth really down there? Grab your snorkel and join the expedition into the weirdest parts of the planet you’ll never see from land.

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Featuring original song “Who farted (it wasn’t me) by Micaela Superstar

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A freshwater lake in Russia with 6 creatures with helmets or domed heads

 Air Force Pilot Discovers UFORichard French, Ex-Air Force Lt. Colonel, 'It Was A UFO And . . . There Were Aliens Aboard It' 

Mysterious “UFO Base” off Malibu Vanishes from Google Earth 

Sea monsters and their inspiration: serpents, mermaids, the kraken and more

Mermaid Wiki

Check out the images of the prehistoric creatures we talk about: Terrifying prehistoric sea monsters: 10 menacing ocean creatures that you'll be glad aren't alive today

This week on The Blunt Letters, Micaela, Elle, and Jerbil blast off into a science discovery roundup that’s as bizarre as it is brilliant! From the newly identified cat color dubbed "salty licorice" to invisible solar panels that turn windows into clean energy sources, the hosts explore cutting-edge discoveries that are changing how we see the world—literally. They marvel at scallops and their 200 eyes, uncover how trees sync their magnetic fields during eclipses, and share even more strange facts that sound made up (but totally aren’t).

Get ready for laughs, gasps, and the kind of science you actually want to hear about.

Featuring Original Song "The Science Shuffle" by Micaela Superstar

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Trends in Plant Science Magazine

Stiff by Mary Roach

The Happening (2008)

Rant by Chuck Palahniuk

Common Side Effects (TV Series)

In this mind-bending episode of The Blunt Letters, Micaela, Elle, and Jerbil dive deep into the dystopian, daring, and sometimes darkly funny science fiction world of director Bong Joon Ho. From the grimy class warfare aboard Snowpiercer to the genetically engineered heartbreak of Okja, the monstrous consequences of The Host, and the speculative intrigue of Mickey 17, the gang dissects how Bong’s films tackle pollution, capitalism, and what it means to be human.

Expect sexy tangents, sharp insights, and laughs as they explore how one director can make monsters out of sludge—and still make you cry about a super pig.

Featuring the original song "Cat Madness" by Micaela Superstar

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Bong Joon Ho

Okja (2017)

Snowpiercer (2013)

Snowpiercer - Graphic Novel

The Host (2006)

Mickey 17 (2025)

In this episode of The Blunt Letters Podcast, hosts Elle Lectrick and Micaela Superstar dive deep into Season 3 of Showtime’s Yellowjackets. They unravel the latest twists, share their wildest fan theories, and debate what’s real, what’s imagined, and who’s definitely not making it to the finale. With their signature blend of humor and insight, they predict what’s in store for the final two seasons. Will the past ever stay buried? Tune in for buzzworthy speculation, shocking revelations, and plenty of laughs along the way.

Featuring the original song "Would u eat me up?" by Micaela Superstar

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Yellowjackets (TV Show)

In this episode of The Blunt Letters Podcast, fan-favorite guest Scientist Sarah returns to dish on the current state of science in today’s wild world. She gives us the lowdown on what’s happening in labs and headlines. We ask the burning questions—some smart, some silly—and get fascinating and fun answers. As always, Sarah brings the facts with a side of realness.

Featuring original song "Science Shuffle" by Micaela Superstar

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Measles cases linked to Texas outbreak reach 561, with 20 new infections confirmed

Consequences of Undervaccination — Measles Outbreak, New York City, 2018–2019

UMass Chan Medical School rescinds dozens of offers amid funding uncertainty

French scientist denied US entry after phone messages critical of Trump found

The Fascism Expert at Yale Who’s Fleeing America

Columbia suspends and expels pro-Palestinian students who occupied building

How does male circumcision protect against HIV infection?

Common Side Effects

This week on Science with The Blunt Letters, Micaela Superstar and Elle Lectrick return with another delightfully disgusting installment of the Poop Chronicles! Joined by special guest Jon B. from Naked and Afraid, the trio dives into the science, myths, and madness surrounding weaponized waste. It’s messy, it’s mind-blowing, and it’s scientifically legit (mostly). So grab your headphones and some air freshener—this one’s gonna get gross in the best way.

Featuring the original song "Jon B." by Micaela Superstar

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Feces Dead Horses and Fleas

Survivalist Peter Freuchen

Greek Fire, Poison Arrows & Scorpion Bombs: Biological and Chemical Warfare in the Ancient World

Punji stick

Researcher invents weapons of waste destruction

In this stellar episode of The Blunt Letters, hosts Elle Lectrick, Micaela Superstar, and Jerbil blast off into the world of sci-fi literature as they share their latest reads. From mind-bending narratives to speculative futures, they discuss the books fueling their days.

But that's not all — the crew dives into the fascinating (and slightly unsettling) situation of astronauts still stranded on the International Space Station. Plus, they unravel the mysterious origins of Earth's many moons — yes, moons!

This episode is extra special as the team celebrates five years of The Blunt Letters podcast and 15 years of The Blunt Letters as a creative force. Don’t miss this mix of science, speculation, and celebration!

Featuring the original song "2 Moons are Better Than 1" by Micaela Superstar

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Year of the Flood by Margaret Atwood

The City and Its Uncertain Walls by Haruki Murakami

Damned by Chuck Palahniuk

Doomed by Chuck Palahniuk

This Asteroid Might Make Impact With Earth in 2032 | NOVA | PBS

Author Jim Marrs

Giant-impact hypothesis

Loofah sponges as reservoirs and vehicles in the transmission of potentially pathogenic bacterial species to human skin.

How Often Should You Replace Your Loofah To Keep It From Turning Into A Cesspool Of Germs?

Hidden ‘forever chemicals’ in popular high-end smartwatch and fitness tracker bands

This week, we continue our deep dive into the surreal and seductive world of David Lynch, focusing on his mind-bending Los Angeles trilogy: Lost Highway, Mulholland Drive, and Inland Empire. We unravel body-swapping mysteries, Hollywood curses, and the undeniable power of a super sexy micro bang. Are we trapped in a dream? A nightmare? A never-ending audition? Who knows?! But one thing’s for sure—this episode is dripping with Lynchian weirdness, existential dread, and just the right amount of horniness.

Featuring the original song “Galactic Spiral Arm” by Micaela Superstar

References

S3 Ep 19: Twin Peaks and Conspiracy with Isaac Weishaupt

What Did Jack Do? (2017)

BL Minizine of Grossest David Lynch Characters

Triangle Movie (2009)

Lost Highway (1997)

Inland Empire (2006)

Mulholland Drive (2001)