Science with The Blunt Letters

By The Blunt Letters

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September 13, 2023 What's in your genes? With Dr. Lee!
What makes a scientist? We ask this question of our special guest Dr. Lee! She’s back again to talk to us about who determines what qualities it takes to make you an “official” scientist. Then, what’s been keeping Ozzy alive all this time despite his legendary drinking and rockstar lifestyle? Could it be in his genes? Is it in yours? What do Neanderthal genes, Micaaela and Ozzy all have in common? Find out in this episode of The Blunt Letters Podcast!
This episode features the original song “Science Shuffle” by Micaela Superstar
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ReferencesSpace Portals -
From NASA: Hidden Portals in Earth's Magnetic Field
Link between autism and vaccination debunked
Jon’s episodes from Naked and Afraid XL, season 6
Gene's Addiction, or Why Ozzy Osbourne Is Still Alive
The Neanderthal DNA you carry may have surprisingly little impact on your looks, moods
Neanderthal DNA May Provide Clues About the Genetic Risks for Brain Disorders and Addiction
Blame Neanderthal Genes for Your Bad Habits and Good Looks
How Neanderthal DNA affects human health – including the risk of getting Covid-19
Have a low pain threshold? You might be part Neanderthal
Neanderthal DNA has subtle but significant impact on human traits
What Did Neanderthals Leave to Modern Humans? Some Surprises
UK BioBank
The phenotypic legacy of admixture between modern humans and Neandertals

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1h 14min
August 31, 2023 S3 Ep 17: Science from the deepest ocean to outer space!
Welcome to another science-packed episode from Micaela, Elle, and Jerbil! This week we bring you a new Animal Drop from the depths of the Antarctic Ocean. Is it a fruit? Is it alive? Should we be scared? Then! Strap in for a new segment called “Apocalypse Now” where we take a look at the cataclysms around us and laugh (through our tears!). Learn all about the fires that have been burning all over the world this summer, then stick around for our Conspiracy Corner as we ponder if there’s more than meets the eye when it comes to fires. Plus, we bring you a Space Update all about India’s historic moon landing!

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Original Song “Two Moons Are Better Than One” by Micaela Superstar

References:
Arnold Vosloo
Blunt Letters Animal Drop blog
The Coming Global Superstorm- by Art Bell (Author), Whitley Strieber (Author)
Fires starting at the same time in Canada
Bizarre, alien-like creature discovered deep in Atlantic Ocean has 20 gangly arms
Behold a 20-armed, strawberry-shaped Antarctic sea creature
Who is Nerida Wilson?
NASA Earth Observatory: Heat34 Killed in Algerian Wildfires as Heat Waves Parch Mediterranean Region
Causes for asthma from the American Lung Association
Ex-PG&E execs to pay $117M to settle lawsuit over wildfires
Maui residents "disturbed" by outside realtors offering quick cash for land
Bill Clinton Explains Why He Became a Vegan
Chandrayaan-3 spacecraft lands on the moon in 'victory cry of a new India'
What do indian astornauts eat in space:
Gaganyaan Astronauts Will Eat Indian Dishes Like Chicken Biryani, Halwa In Space
A food for Indian astronauts in space! On World Idli Day, some interesting facts about this crowd-pleasing brekkie
Buy Freeze Dried Ice Cream
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1h 6min
August 16, 2023 S3 Ep16: Gigantic
In this exciting episode of the BL podcast, we delve into the world of the giants! Who or what are giants? From ancient mythologies to modern speculations, Micaela and Elle unravel giants in various cultures and their significance in our understanding of history. We review Boots Riley’s new show on Amazon Prime "I'm A Virgo," about a modern-day giant living in our favorite city Oakland! Finally, we had to cover David Gruschs testimony at the congressional hearing on UAPs. Are UAPs extraterrestrial, extradimensional, or what? Listen now!
George Grush UAP Congressional Hearing
Mark Zuckerberg talking to Congress
Project Blue Beam
Paranormal Caught on Camera
Peruvians spot 7 ft Aliens
Alien Nation TV Show and Movie
Alabama Boat Brawl
I’m A VirgoStop Motion Animation in “I’m A Virgo”
Sorry To Bother YouOpera Riots - The Rite of Spring
Ancient Race of Giants Described in Native Legends From Many Tribes
Si-Te-Cah, the red-haired giants
Anunnaki
Nephalim
Forbidden Archeology: Lost Giants of America, The Smithsonian Biggest Secret
Emeryville Shellmound
Epic of Gilgamesh
Her Dark Materials Podcast
Reagan's speech to the UN wishing for Alien Invasion to unite all peopleBL episode about Regan and Jimmy Carter seeing an alien
Dogma Movie
Maui Lahaina Fire
“Tornado Alley” Expanded
Temperature of 150 Degrees Fahrenheit Recorded in the Middle East

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1h 32min
August 02, 2023 S3 Ep 15: The Art of Skinner, part 2
Welcome to part 2 of our crossover episode with our sister podcast Bleed With Me Horror, featuring special guest visual artist Skinner! In this episode, we dive deep with Skinner to talk about mental health, love, culture, and movies! It’s a wild ride, buckle up!
Listen to The Art of Skinner Part 1 on Bleed With Me.
TW- self harm, mental health, assault

Mental Health Resources:
If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org
Mental Health Hotline 866-903-3787
National Institute of Mental Health
Betterhelp
Mental Health First Aid

References:
The Art of Skinner
Quinceanera Picture
Peaches Christ
Terrifier 2
Love on the Spectrum
How to put a condom on a banana
Elis Mile High Club
Broad City
The Beastmaster
Krull
Friday the 13th
Army of Darkness
Conquest
Flash Gordon (1980)
Hercules (1983)
Sinbad of the Seven Seas
Jason of the Argonauts
Clash of the Titans
Ray Harryhausen
Phillip Gelatt
Love Death and Robots
Spine of Night
Europa Report
Robby Rackleff
Alan Reznick
Unedited footage of a bear
Dance Freak
Jury Duty
Edy Modica
Nicole
Unsane
Cocaine Bear
M3gan
Child’s Play
The Birds
Chucky show
Brad Doriff
Exorcist 3
Dune
Blue Velvet
Basket Case
Nightmare on Elm St 3
Pete Von Sholly
Black Hole by Charles Burns
Dope
Blake Anderson
Dan Clowes
Art School Confidential
Ghost World
Murder Party
Velvet Buzzsaw
Pearl
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1h 22min
July 06, 2023 S3 Ep 14: The 100th Episode!
Welcome to the 100th episode of The Blunt Letters Podcast! This week we're talking about water - the essence of life...and death. We're talking about the Titan submersible that recently went missing under the waves, speculate about whales and why they're attacking boats, and dive into the health benefits of living underwater. All this and more in this extra special episode!

Original song "Episode one hundo" by Micaela Superstar
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References:
Titan submersible implosion
Did JP Morgan sink the Titanic?
Titanic: The Ship That Never Sank?
Joseph Dituri set a record for living under water — 100 days
The hot guys of Naked and Afraid
Everything about Mermaids
Bajau sea nomads — they can reportedly hold their breath for 13 minutes
Genetic Adaptation to Environments
Orcas have sunk 3 boats in Europe
Why Has a Group of Orcas Suddenly Started Attacking Boats?
Why are orcas attacking boats? Hint: It’s not a war on humans.
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1h 8min
June 21, 2023 S3 Ep 13: Whats up with the UAP whistleblower?
Strap in for this episode because we’re unpacking the interview from UFO/UAP whistleblower David Grusch plus the recent “alien” event in Las Vegas. How close are we to disclosure?
Also, you may have listened to our discussion on Mexican Gothic on our sister podcast Bleed With Me, now get ready to dive into “Gods of Jade and Shadow” a re-imagined fairytale by Silvia Moreno-Garcia.
Featuring Original Song “New Wave Tacos” by Micaela Superstar

Gods of Jade and Shadow
Canadian-Mexican novelist Silvia Moreno-Garcia.
Twilight, the vampire saga
Buffy The Vampire Slayer
Angel, the TV Show
Certain Dark Things by Sylvia Moreno-Garcia
Velvet Was The Night by Sylvia Moreno-Garcia
William Cooper
Storm Area 51
October Surprise conspiracy theory
Jimmy Carter UFO incident
Reagan Spots A UFO
Ike and the Alien Ambassador
James T. Lacatski “Skinwalkers at the Pentagon”
Former UAPTF director Jay Stratton is "Jonathan Axelrod" from AAWSAP director James Lacatski's book about Skinwalker Ranch
Serge Monast - Project Blue Beam
Whistleblower:
Video & Article
Whistleblower Accuses US and Allies of Secret UFO Retrieval Program
Pentagon ‘whistleblower’ claims Vatican helped US retrieve UFO from Benito Mussolini
AARO, Welcome to the Pentagon’s new “weird shit” office – led by a former CIA CTO
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1h 42min
June 06, 2023 S3Ep 12: PART 2! Getting Wild and Spooky with Sarah Bartell of Naked and Afraid
Welcome to Part 2 of Getting Wild and Spooky with Sarah of Naked and Afraid! Our special guest Sarah Bartell is back to talk to us about how Road Kill can be part of our sustainable future, learn about M*rder Soup and ghost stories from the filming of Naked and Afraid and how Sarah became an Urban Legend!
Original Song “Jon B” by Micaela SuperstarReferences
Sarah Bartell - our guest!Follow Sarah on Instagram
Naked and Afraid: Last One Standing
Reservation Dogs
Ashland, Oregon
Ghost Peppers to defend against elephants

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1h 12min
May 23, 2023 S3 Ep 11: Getting Wild and Spooky with Sarah Bartell of Naked and Afraid
Welcome to our first two-part episode with special guest Sarah Bartell! You may have seen her on Naked and Afraid with our resident Googler and friend Jon! They’re a survivalist, professional taxidermist, and all-around badass. In this two-part series, Sarah talks to us about living off the grid, animals you may encounter in the wilderness and how to tell if they’re edible, creepy cryptid interactions, ghosts, and more! Stick around for this extra special guest!

Original Song “Fucking Aliens” by Micaela Superstar

References
Sarah Bartell - our guest!
Follow Sarah on Instagram
Naked and Afraid: Last One Standing
Fresno Walker or Night Crawler
Bandage Man
Terra Short from Naked and AfraidGeyser Grand Hotel
Vinegaroons
Whip Scorpion
Sun Spider

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1h 7min
May 23, 2023 Science with The Blunt Letters (Trailer)
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May 09, 2023 S3 Ep 10: Jon B and the Bayou - an episode all about the secret world of swamps
This week The Blunt Letters welcomes back Jon B! We talk about all things swamps: terrifying sinkholes that have eaten whole trees, creepy critters who call bogs home, and cryptids who’ve been spotted in the swamps. If you want to learn how sinkholes form and the consequences they have on communities, this episode is for you. If you’re planning to do down to the Everglades and find out what sort of creatures make up the fauna, the answers may make you think twice. Or if you love Big Foot you’ll want to learn about the swamp Big Foot of Louisiana and its friends. All of this and more on this special swamp episode!
Jon B is an outdoors person and survivalist who has been on Naked and Afraid twice in South East Asia and in Africa. He’s also an artist and our resident Googler for The Blunt Letters. Learn about his experience in rough climates on the show and check him out @temple_of_dying_gods on all platforms.

This episode features the original song “Jon B” by Micaela Superstar

References:
Florida Panther + pics
Peehole Parasite Fish
Florida venomous snakes
90% of wild-caught fish have parasitesVideo of trees being swallowed by sinkhole
THE SINKHOLE THAT SWALLOWED A SWAMPThe Bayou Corne Sinkhole
Honey Island Swamp MonsterSovereign Nation of ChitimachaLegend of LeticheSwamp Monsters (TV Show)The Grunch

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1h 28min

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The podcast currently has 152 episodes available.