The Illusion of Control, Part 1

The Illusion of Control, Part 1

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From the Vault: Ancient Egyptian Curses, Part 2

In this classic episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe discuss the idea of Egyptian tomb curses, how they actually factored into ancient Egyptian practices and where the myth of the Pharaoh's curse meets reality. (originally published 10/02/2025)See omnystudio.com/lis ...  Show more

Weirdhouse Cinema: Messiah of Evil

In this episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Ron and Joe discuss the dreamlike 1973 American supernatural horror film “Messiah of Evil,” written and directed by Gloria Katz and Willard Huyck. It stars Michael Greer, Marianna Hill, Joy Bang, Anitra Ford and Royal Dano.See omnystudio.com/ ...  Show more

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