Flatus Ex Machina, Part 2

Flatus Ex Machina, Part 2

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Weirdhouse Cinema Rewind: Empire of the Dark

In this clasic episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe delve into the low-budget 1991 horror odyssey “Empire of the Dark,” starring Steve Barkett and Richard Harrison. When the gateway to Hell opens in Northern California, only Richard Flynn can harrow Hell itself to save his e ...  Show more

From the Vault: Folkloric Cats of the British Isles

In this classic episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe discuss some of the magical and folkloric cats of the British Isles, including Scotland's cat-sith and the Grimalkin. (originally published 8/5/2025)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. 

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