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5 DAYS AGO

The Myth MythBusters Could NEVER Test w/ Race Car Driver Scott Mansell

What's the one myth Kari and Tory always wanted to test on MythBusters but never could? Can a Formula One car generate enough downforce to actually drive upside down? Former professional racing driver Scott Mansell joins Kari and Tory to answer that exact question, break down the wild physics behind Project Inversion, and why he's volunteering to be the one strapped in for the attempt. Join The Band of Mythfits to get ad-free episodes, extended episodes, and bonus content! Sign up at https://mythfitspodcast.com Go support our guest, Scott Mansell!Youtube Channel: @Driver61 Instagram: @official_driver61 LINK TO OUR OTHER SPONSORS!https://linkin.bio/mythfits/ Please leave a review and make sure you SUBSCRIBE!If you are interested in advertising on this podcast email advertising@pionairepodcasting.com To request Kari & Tory to be on your Podcast, Radio Show, or TV Show, reach out to talent@pionairepodcasting.com FOLLOW US:IG/TT: @mythfitspodcastYouTube: @MythfitsPod 😎👕 Support the show - grab some MythFits gear:https://mythfitspodcast.com Chapters0:00 Welcome Mythfits!14:06 The Upside-Down Challenge26:57 Safety Concerns and Precautions30:35 Preparing for the Inversion36:49 Funding and Future Plans41:39 Audience Interactions and Q&A This podcast is for entertainment purposes only. Views expressed on this podcast solely reflect those of the host and do not reflect the views of Pionaire.

5 days ago

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42 min
23 FEB

Do You Really Swallow 8 Spiders a Year in Your Sleep? w/ Hip Hop Science Show

Do you really swallow an average of EIGHT spiders a year in your sleep? Are Zombie Spiders a real thing? Science communicator Maynard Okereke - aka Hip Hop Science Show - joins Kari and Tory to answer the questions that keep you up at night. Plus, the shocking story of the mechanical engineer who pumped air into a dead spider and turned it into a working robot, and the punk rock experiment Kari ran on her unborn daughter in the Mythbusters shop. Join The Band of Mythfits to get ad-free episodes, extended episodes, and bonus content! Sign up at https://mythfitspodcast.com Go support our guest, @HipHopScienceShow Instagram: @hiphopscienceshow Thank you to our Sponsor, Quince!Head to https://quince.com/mythfits Thank you to our Sponsor, Mars Men!For a limited time, our listeners get 50% off FOR LIFE, Free Shipping, AND 3 Free Gifts at Mars Men at https://Mengotomars.com#sponsored LINK TO OUR OTHER SPONSORS!https://linkin.bio/mythfits/ Please leave a review and make sure you SUBSCRIBE!If you are interested in advertising on this podcast email advertising@pionairepodcasting.com To request Kari & Tory to be on your Podcast, Radio Show, or TV Show, reach out to talent@pionairepodcasting.com FOLLOW US:IG/TT: @mythfitspodcastYouTube: @MythfitsPod 😎👕 Support the show - grab some MythFits gear:https://mythfitspodcast.com Chapters0:0 Spider Myths 0:41 STEM Festival Excitement4:28 Guest Introduction: Maynard Okereke6:04 Maynard's Path to Science Communication7:22 Inspiring Future Generations12:19 The Importance of Relatable Science17:45 The Truth Behind Spider Myths23:29 Moon Landing Conspiracy Theories26:11 The Rise of AI and Misinformation30:52 The Impact of Mythbusters35:47 Closing Remarks This podcast is for entertainment purposes only. Views expressed on this podcast solely reflect those of the host and do not reflect the views of Pionaire.

23 Feb

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44 min
3 DAYS AGO

Boundaries That Will Improve Your Life in a Month!

Boundaries with yourself are just as important as the ones you implement with others!! Let’s discuss today some life changing boundaries that can improve your life in just one month!!!! If you enjoyed this episode, leave a review and make sure you SUBSCRIBE! To request Hailey to be on your Podcast, Radio Show, or TV Show, reach out to talent@pionairepodcasting.com FOLLOW ME:IG: instagram.com/haileygambaTikTok:@haileygambaYouTube: youtube.com/@haileygamba

3 days ago

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26 min
26 JAN

The MOST Dangerous Animals on Set of MythBusters!

What happens when a 140-pound chimp you raised like family decides you're no longer the alpha? Animal trainer Keith Bauer reunites with Kari and Tory to reveal why chimps - not grizzly bears - are the most dangerous animals he's ever worked with. How did a routine drive turn into a horror movie with his ear in the cup holder? And the most shocking part: what did the chimp do when it saw Keith a month later? Plus: the bear survival tricks that actually work, and why the animals from your favorite movies are vanishing from Hollywood forever. Thank you to our Sponsor, Warby Parker!Our listeners get 15% off plus free shipping when they buy two or more pairs of prescription glasses at WarbyParker.com/[MYTHFITS] — using our link helps support the show. #WarbyParker #adventure Thank you to our Sponsor, Momentous!Head to livemomentous.com, and use promo code MYTHFITS for up to 35% off your first order Thank you to our Sponsor, Cash App!Download Cash App Today: [click.cash.app/ui6m/co9cz5qj] #CashAppPod. Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App’s bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. See terms and conditions at cash.app/legal/us/en-us/card-agreement. Direct deposit and promotions provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit http://cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures. LINK TO OUR OTHER SPONSORS!https://linkin.bio/mythfits/ Please leave a review and make sure you SUBSCRIBE!If you are interested in advertising on this podcast email advertising@pionairepodcasting.comTo request Kari & Tory to be on your Podcast, Radio Show, or TV Show, reach out to talent@pionairepodcasting.com FOLLOW US:IG/TT: @mythfitspodcastYouTube: @mythfitspod 😎👕 Support the show - grab some MythFits gear:mythfitspodcast.com Chapters0:00 Introduction to the Podcast2:35 Bear Encounters4:08 Working with Grizzly Bears6:04 Introducing Keith Bauer9:27 Animal Trainer Stories13:13 Bear Safety Tips15:51 Chimpanzee Experiences21:02 The Dangers of Chimpanzees23:57 The Incident in the Jeep26:46 The Aftermath of the Attack31:27 Returning to the Compound38:19 Hospital Recovery39:32 Reflections on Animal Training44:00 The State of Animal Entertainment45:59 Wrapping Up with Keith48:04 Future Episodes and Wild Animal Stories #ad #sponsored This podcast is for entertainment purposes only. Views expressed on this podcast solely reflect those of the host and do not reflect the views of Pionaire.

26 Jan

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49 min
03/11/2025

Vault: Closure Call

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03/11/2025

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20 min
09/09/2025

Closure Call: Why Did Her Grandpa Write Her Out Of The Will?

Closure Call: Why Did Her Grandpa Write Her Out Of The Will? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

09/09/2025

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12 min
16 FEB

Why the MythBusters Theme Song Was Bad...AND Will A.I. Replace Musicians?

Will AI start replacing human musicians? Can artificial intelligence truly create music, or will it kill creativity? Thomas Dolby (She Blinded Me With Science) joins Kari Byron and Tori Belleci to debate the future of AI-generated music, and reveal why he tells others to avoid AI music software. Plus, Kari and Tory also reveal the one MythBusters question they're sick of answering and why their theme song was never as good as it could have been. Join The Band of Mythfits to get ad-free episodes, extended episodes, and bonus content! Sign up at https://mythfitspodcast.com Go support our guest,Thomas Dolby!https://open.spotify.com/artist/2Uz58cSxlJgefDaSikxYQ7 "Get Off Your Phone" Clip used with permission from @TenSecondSongs https://www.instagram.com/reels/DP1cCMukV02/ Thank you to our Sponsor, Momentous!Head to https://livemomentous.com, and use promo code MYTHFITS for up to 35% off your first order! Thank you to our Sponsor, Factor!Head to https://factormeals.com/mythfits50off and use code mythfits50off to get 50 percent off and free breakfast for a year! LINK TO OUR OTHER SPONSORS!https://linkin.bio/mythfits/ Please leave a review and make sure you SUBSCRIBE!If you are interested in advertising on this podcast email advertising@pionairepodcasting.com To request Kari & Tory to be on your Podcast, Radio Show, or TV Show, reach out to talent@pionairepodcasting.com FOLLOW US:IG/TT: @mythfitspodcastYouTube: @MythfitsPod 😎👕 Support the show - grab some MythFits gear:https://mythfitspodcast.com Chapters0:00 Welcome to Mythfits0:33 MTV's Myth and Reality2:36 Nostalgia for Early MTV7:57 Introducing Thomas Dolby9:49 Conversations with a Legend31:48 The Rise of AI in Music34:34 Fan Questions and Favorite Myths37:38 Closing Thoughts and Farewell This podcast is for entertainment purposes only. Views expressed on this podcast solely reflect those of the host and do not reflect the views of Pionaire.

16 Feb

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38 min
08/12/2025

Mythbusters Drama: The Worst Injuries On Set

What was the worst injury in MythBusters history? And why does Tory have a black eye in this episode? Kari and Tory recount some of the most brutal behind-the-scenes moments on MythBusters: Tory's major shin injury, Kari breaking her knee TWICE and Jamie's terrible face injury involving a grappling hook. Plus, Grant's bizarre Megalodon accident and the TV role Kari and Tory never took. LINK TO OUR SPONSORS!https://linkin.bio/mythfits/ Thank you to our Sponsor, Aura Frames!Exclusive $35 off Carver Mat at https://on.auraframes.com/MYTHFITS. Promo Code MYTHFITS Thank you to our Sponsor, Function Health!Visit www.functionhealth.com/MYTHFITS or use gift code MYTHFITS25 for a $25 credit towards your membership. Thank you to our Sponsor, Raycon!Go to buyraycon.com/mythfitsopen to save on Raycon audio products sitewide Please leave a review and make sure you SUBSCRIBE!If you are interested in advertising on this podcast email advertising@pionairepodcasting.com To request Kari & Tory to be on your Podcast, Radio Show, or TV Show, reach out to talent@pionairepodcasting.com FOLLOW US:IG/TT: @mythfitspodcastYouTube: @mythfitspod 😎👕 Support the show - grab some MythFits gear:mythfitspodcast.com Chapters0:00 Injury Chronicles Revealed1:30 Tory's Black Eye Story4:04 Parenting Injuries6:48 Childhood Mishaps9:11 Behind the Scenes Injuries11:35 Major MythBusters Injuries15:35 Tory's Knee Disasters21:54 Epic Swing Set Fail25:52 Megalodon Madness32:34 Grant's Unexpected Injury42:58 Jamie's Forehead Incident45:30 Missed Opportunities in Acting This podcast is for entertainment purposes only. Views expressed on this podcast solely reflect those of the host and do not reflect the views of Pionaire.

08/12/2025

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47 min
5 JAN

Queen of Sh*tty Robots”, Simone Giertz, on How Mythbusters Inspired Her VIRAL Videos

What happens when YouTube's "Queen of Sh*tty Robots", Simone Giertz, gets diagnosed with a golf ball-sized brain tumor? Which of Simone's inventions has a striking resemblance to one of the MythBusters crew? Simone Giertz joins Kari and Tori to share her incredible journey from building hilarious useless robots (like the face-slapping alarm clock) to facing a life-changing diagnosis and brain surgery. Plus, Simone reveals the MythBusters inspiration that made her want to be a builder in the first place. Support Our Guest! @simonegiertz LINK TO OUR SPONSORS!https://linkin.bio/mythfits/ Thank you to our Sponsor, Rocket Money!Go to RocketMoney.com/Mythfits Please leave a review and make sure you SUBSCRIBE!If you are interested in advertising on this podcast email advertising@pionairepodcasting.com To request Kari & Tory to be on your Podcast, Radio Show, or TV Show, reach out to talent@pionairepodcasting.com FOLLOW US:IG/TT: @mythfitspodcastYouTube: @mythfitspod 😎👕 Support the show - grab some MythFits gear:mythfitspodcast.com Chapters 0:00 - Opening and Dream Robot Discussion1:55 - Uncanny Valley Video and Robot Preferences3:53 - MythBusters Robot History and Favorite Robot8:31 - Rocket Money Sponsorship10:24 - Introducing Simone Giertz and Career Beginnings13:32 - Patreon Support and Early Success16:07 - Simone’s Early Projects and Inspirations19:22 - Simone's Brain Tumor Diagnosis and Personal Reflections24:05 - Robotics Opinions: Humanoid vs Creative Designs27:44 - Electric Pickup Truck Project Discussion30:12 - Future Robotics and Collaboration Ideas32:28 - Fan Questions and Costume Stories35:31 - Closing Remarks and Goodbye This podcast is for entertainment purposes only. Views expressed on this podcast solely reflect those of the host and do not reflect the views of Pionaire.

5 Jan

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38 min
2 FEB

Snake Attack on MythBusters Set: Animal Handler Reveals What Cameras Didn't Catch

How did an animal handler get bit by a snake on the set of MythBusters? How did Kari pioneer cyborg cockroach technology a decade before the military started weaponizing it? Special guest Owen from East Bay Vivarium reveals the chaos behind the "Smell of Fear" experiment that left Kari covered in scorpions and still traumatized to this day. Plus: Grant's brutal Megalodon injury caught on never-before-seen footage. Join The Band of Mythfits to get ad-free episodes, extended episodes, and bonus content! Sign up at https://mythfitspodcast.com Thank you to our Sponsor, Ridge Wallet!Upgrade your wallet today! Get 10% Off @Ridge with code MYTHFITS at https://www.ridge.com/mythfits #ridgepod Thank you to our Sponsor, Raycon!Go to https://buyraycon.com/mythfitsopen to get 15% off! LINK TO OUR OTHER SPONSORS!https://linkin.bio/mythfits/ Please leave a review and make sure you SUBSCRIBE!If you are interested in advertising on this podcast email advertising@pionairepodcasting.com To request Kari & Tory to be on your Podcast, Radio Show, or TV Show, reach out to talent@pionairepodcasting.com FOLLOW US:IG/TT: @mythfitspodcastYouTube: @mythfitspod 😎👕 Support the show - grab some MythFits gear:mythfitspodcast.com Chapters00:00 - Join the Band of Mythfits!04:37 - Scorpion Experiments and Spider Cave Exploration08:44 - Owen's Introduction13:28 - Behind-the-Scenes with Owen and Snake Tag Incident17:35 - Safety Discussions and Scorpion Bite Stories20:56 - Python Handling and Production Challenges25:42 - Post-Tag Reflections34:01 - Fear of Animals and Megalodon Incident37:25 - Closing Reflections and Audience Engagement40:35 - Final Thoughts and Upcoming Topics This podcast is for entertainment purposes only. Views expressed on this podcast solely reflect those of the host and do not reflect the views of Pionaire.

2 Feb

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45 min

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