Weirdhouse Cinema Rewind: Gunhed

Weirdhouse Cinema Rewind: Gunhed

Author: iHeartPodcasts March 30, 2026 Duration: 1:22:06

In this classic episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, enter a world of Japanese cyberpunk, killer AIs, giant robot tanks and more as Rob and Joe discuss the 1989 Toho movie “Gunhed.” (orignally published 04/02/2021)

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Ever get the feeling the world is weirder than it lets on? That’s the territory explored by Stuff To Blow Your Mind, a science podcast from iHeartPodcasts hosted by Robert Lamb and Joe McCormick. They don’t just skim headlines; they settle in for deep, thoughtful conversations that pick apart the intricacies of our universe and our own consciousness. Each episode feels like a long, fascinating talk with friends who are genuinely excited to untangle a complex idea, whether it’s a quirk of human neurology, an unsolved cosmic puzzle, or a startling leap in our evolutionary story. You’ll hear them grapple with the implications of emerging technologies and what they mean for our future, all while maintaining a sense of wonder and accessible curiosity. This isn’t about dry lectures, but about following a thread of inquiry wherever it leads, often to places that challenge your assumptions about how things work. Tuning into this podcast is an exercise in stretching your imagination, examining the strange and marvelous details that are hiding in plain sight, waiting to be understood. It’s for anyone who’s ever looked at the ordinary world and sensed the extraordinary machinery humming just beneath the surface.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 100

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Weirdhouse Cinema: The Prophecy (1995) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:54:46
In this episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe discuss 1995’s “The Prophecy,” in which rebel angels vie for the soul of a war criminal in the Arizona desert. Written and directed by “Highlander” creator Gregory Widen,…
The Doomsday Water [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:10:40
In this episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe discuss the intriguing history of polywater: the hypothesized polymerized form of water that kicked off a cold-war controversy.See omnystudio.com/listener for pr…
The Monstrefact: Gmork from "The Neverending Story" [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 5:03
In this episode of STBYM’s The Monstrefact, Robert discusses the monstrous wolf Gmork from Michael Ende’s 1979 novel “The Neverending Story” and its 1984 film adaptation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informatio…
Weirdhouse Cinema Rewind: Dracula (1931) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:35:08
In this classic episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe discuss the iconic 1931 Universal Pictures adaptation of “Dracula,” directed by Tod Browning and starring Bela Lugosi in his most iconic performance. (originally…
The Invention of Dog Biscuits [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 52:48
In this invention-themed episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe discuss the origins of the humble dog biscuit or “scooby snack,” from discussions of dog bread in Ancient Rome to the Victorian origin of dog ca…
From the Vault: The Invention of Cotton Candy, Part 2 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 40:13
So what exactly IS cotton candy and how does this curious confectionary concoction tie into other culinary traditions, including China’s Dragon’s beard candy? Find out in this episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind. (part 2…
Weirdhouse Cinema Rewind: Next of Kin (1982) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:05:35
In this classic episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe venture down under for the 1982 supernatural thriller “Next of Kin,” starring Jacki Kerin, John Jarratt and a superb score by German electronic music pioneer Klau…
From the Vault: The Invention of Cotton Candy, Part 1 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:02:40
So what exactly IS cotton candy and how does this curious confectionary concoction tie into other culinary traditions, including China’s Dragon’s beard candy? Find out in this classic episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind.…
The Monstrefact: The Xenomorph Queen [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 5:41
In this episode of STBYM’s The Monstrefact, Robert discusses the xenomorph queen from the “Alien” universe…See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
From the Vault: Pretend Play, Part 5 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:05:19
In this classic episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe explore the world of pretend play in childhood development and human consciousness. (part 5 of 5) (originally published 1/23/2025)See omnystudio.com/list…