Weirdhouse Cinema Rewind: Quest (1984)

Weirdhouse Cinema Rewind: Quest (1984)

Author: iHeartPodcasts February 16, 2026 Duration: 1:11:30

In this classic episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe discuss the 1984 Saul and Elaine Bass short film "Quest," a visionary take on human mortality, written by Ray Bradbury. (originally published 3/14/2025)

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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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Once more, it's time for a dose of Stuff to Blow Your Mind and Weirdhouse Cinema listener mail...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Court of the Golden Fishes, Part 3 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 49:33
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Weirdhouse Cinema Rewind: Sleepwalkers [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Weirdhouse Cinema: Godzilla vs. Mechagodzilla (1974) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:41:45
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Court of the Golden Fishes, Part 2 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 47:22
In this episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe discuss the royal histories and curious biologies of such resplendent fish as the common gold fish and koi.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Monstrefact Redux: Mothra [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 4:02
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Court of the Golden Fishes, Part 1 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 57:10
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Duration: 1:44:37
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