Yesterday

Court of the Golden Fishes, Part 3

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.

49m 33s

Apr 20

Weirdhouse Cinema Rewind: Sleepwalkers

In this classic episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe discuss 1992’s Sleepwalkers, directed by Mick Garris and scripted by Stephen King. It’s a bonkers romp through the American Heartland and the secret world of secret soul-sucking werecats, starring Brian Krause, Alice Krige ... Show More

1h 40m

Apr 18

From the Vault: Cynicism, Part 2

In this classic episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe explore the topic of modern psychological cynicism, as well as its roots in the philosophy of the ancient Cynics. (part 2 of 4) (originally published 4/17/2025)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

56m 39s

Dec 2018

Toothpaste

Toothpaste is a vital substance in our war against tooth decay, but when did we first rub this stuff into our teeth and gums? In this episode of Invention, Robert Lamb and Joe McCormick squeeze out the history and origins of toothpaste. Learn more about your ad-choices at https:/ ... Show More

51m 11s

Dec 2022

CLASSIC: When Dentist Sold Dentures Made with Corpse Teeth

Here in the modern day, most people don’t love going to the dentist — but we still have it much better than the dental patients of yesteryear! In today's classic episode, we join the guys as they dive into a strange, grisly story from the early days of dentistry.See omnystudio.co ... Show More

32m 44s

Dec 2022

Futureproof Gold: Evolution's Bite

Evolution is constantly adapting us to our environment, making species more suited and better equipped to survive in their natural habitat. So why did our distant ancestors have better teeth than we do? And what can the study of our gnashers tell us about our diet, our oral healt ... Show More

16m 45s

Jun 2021

STDWYTK Goes to the Dentist

Few people look forward to visiting the dentist -- it can be an uncomfortable, but necessary, process. In the US, many people end up putting off their appointments due to anxiety or financial concerns, but in general everyone can agree dental hygiene is important, and dentists ... Show More

1h 4m

Aug 2023

Why do we have crooked teeth when our ancestors didn't? | G. Richard Scott

According to the fossil record, ancient humans usually had straight teeth, complete with wisdom teeth. In fact, the dental dilemmas that fuel the demand for braces and wisdom teeth extractions today appear to be recent developments. So, what happened? While it's nearly impossible ... Show More

6m 39s

Jul 2021

Why do we lose teeth?

Today we’re looking at a phenomenon that happens to all of us: losing our baby teeth and getting new ones! So how do our teeth grow in and what makes them fall out? Naturally, a group of wandering teeth helps us explain. We'll also find out why we have two sets of teeth in the fi ... Show More

39m 47s

May 2023

The Dentist: Toss the Floss? Flush the Brush?

The dentist tells us to floss, brush, avoid certain food and drinks ... but what actually matters when it comes to having healthy teeth? We're drilling into the science on all of it. Plus, we go undercover to find out how many dentists are trying to upsell you when you go in for ... Show More

36m 31s

Nov 2021

The Twisted History of Dentistry

If you think going to the dentist now is not fun, just wait until you hear about what they did in the Middle Ages. Learn more about your ad-choices at <a href="https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com">https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com</a>See <a href="https://om ... Show More

52m 55s

Jul 2022

021 Teeth: Everyone's Getting Drilled

There are millions of people sitting in dentists’ offices around the world getting their teeth drilled. Crowns, implants, bridges, fillings, root canals, veneers and tooth repairs are a common theme while the causes of teeth problems are still a mystery. In this podcast episode w ... Show More

1h 11m

Sep 2020

BrainStuff Classics: What Made the Prehistoric 'Hell Ant' So Diabolical?

Instead of a mouth, the hell ant had blades and a metal horn. Learn more about this prehistoric creature on BrainStuff. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

3m 20s

TEETH: Dental Evolution and Marching Mol...