Mythfits

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Best known for blowing things up (for science, of course) and putting wild theories to the test, best friends Kari Byron and Tory Belleci are back - armed with stories from behind-the-scenes of MythBusters and just enough knowledge to be dangerous.

  1. 10 HR AGO

    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.

    38 min

  2. 9 FEB

    Weirdest Animal Mating Rituals: Valentine’s Day Special w/ Natalie Kyriacou

    Disclaimer: This episode contains educational discussions of animal mating behaviors and includes anatomical terms. Why do female praying mantises eat the male’s head after mating? Why did Australia go to war with an emu? Kari and Tory celebrate Valentine's Day with award-winning environmentalist Natalie Kyriacou, as she teaches the absolute weirdest and most intriguing mating rituals and facts in the animal kingdom. Natalie also reveals the conservation science behind these bizarre behaviors and how nature's strangest love stories connect to extinction. And fair warning: don't take dating advice from the animal kingdom. 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 on instagram @nat_kyriacou Thank you to our Sponsor, Rag & Bone!Upgrade your denim game with Rag & Bone! Get 20% off sitewide with code MYTHFITS at https://www.rag-bone.com  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 Chapters0:00 Join the Band of Mythfits!1:23 Content Warning5:48 Animal Romance Facts8:42 Meet Natalie Karakou18:09 The Carp Herpes Controversy23:34 Misconceptions of Mating28:21 Nature's Brutal Reality32:16 Lessons from Nature36:51 Being Better Global Citizens38:17 Strange Mating41:16 Wrapping Up with Natalie45:10 Final 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.

    46 min

  3. 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.

    45 min

  4. 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.

    49 min
  5. Busting Safety Myths with Michael Arterburn

    19 JAN

    Busting Safety Myths with Michael Arterburn

    Can criminals really break into your hotel room with a coat hanger? Kari & Tory bust some viral safety myths with retired police detective Michael Arterburn as he reveals the terrifying hotel security flaws nobody talks about—and the $10 fix that could save your life. Why the viral "money on your car" trafficking myth is complete BS. The TRUTH about touching fentanyl and why pepper gel beats pepper spray. Support Our Guest! @killer_bee_tactical ​Thank you to our Sponsor, Rag & Bone! Go to rag-bone.com and use code MYTHFITS for 20% off Thank you to our Sponsor, Rocket Money!Go to Rocketmoney.com/Mythfits Today! 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 Chapters0:00 Intro2:55 Internet Safety Awkward Moments6:39 Guest Introduction: Michael Arterburn9:27 Discussing Hotel Security Tips15:15 Myths About Safety and Security17:53 Back-to-School Safety Tips19:54 College Safety Myths Debunked24:12 Common Safety Myths Explored36:26 Wrap-Up and Audience Interaction 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.

    43 min
  6. The Slow Mo Guys React to MythBuster's BEST High-Speed Clips

    12 JAN

    The Slow Mo Guys React to MythBuster's BEST High-Speed Clips

    How did MythBusters inspire the Slow Mo Guys to create one of YouTube's biggest channels? Gav and Dan reveal how watching MythBusters' high-speed explosion shots changed everything, why old high-speed cameras were terrible compared to today's technology and Dan's brutal 15-foot drop in front of Tony Hawk that nearly broke his pelvis. Plus, the one MythBusters experiment Gav and Dan desperately want to retest with modern cameras, and a fan submission that might finally prove arrow-splitting is possible. Support Our Guests!    @theslowmoguys   ​LINK TO OUR SPONSORS!https://linkin.bio/mythfits/ Thank you to our Sponsor, Factor!Use Code: MYTHFITS50OFF at Checkout! 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 Welcome, MythFits0:30 High-Speed Cameras Unleashed2:38 Epic Explosions and Missed Shots7:04 The Power of Slow-Mo8:16 Captivating Demolition Footage12:08 The Beauty of Fire in Slow Motion13:32 Innovations in Filming Technology15:46 Factor Meals for Busy Lives17:25 The Slow Mo Guys19:35 High-Speed Camera Evolution27:51 Dangerous Stunts and Inspirations29:45 Reactions to Slow Mo Clip31:08 Retesting Myths with New Perspectives37:47 Fan Submission 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.

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

    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.

    38 min
  8. "Discovery Threatened to SUE?!" w/ Allen Pan

    29/12/2025

    "Discovery Threatened to SUE?!" w/ Allen Pan

    Why did Discovery send a cease and desist and how close did it get to a million dollar lawsuit? Kari and Tory sit down with Allen Pan, the genius YouTuber, inventor, and engineer who almost became a MythBuster, to unpack the wild, never-before-told chaos behind MythBusters: The Search as well as the controversy behind the Warner/Discovery cease and desist, MythBusters trademark, and the fallout that followed. Go Support Our Guest!  @allenpan ​LINK TO OUR 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 Chapters 0:00 - Opening Segment4:30- Allen Pan Intro7:55 - Production Challenges and Reflections11:41 - Allen Pan Interview16:08 - The Truth Behind MythBusters: The Search20:30 - Behind‑the‑Scenes and Legal Risks25:27 - Merchandise and Cease‑and‑Desist Saga29:36 - Future Projects and Platform Plans33:25 - Audience Interaction and Q&A37:30 - Final Thoughts and 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.

    46 min
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Best known for blowing things up (for science, of course) and putting wild theories to the test, best friends Kari Byron and Tory Belleci are back - armed with stories from behind-the-scenes of MythBusters and just enough knowledge to be dangerous.

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  • Channel
    Pionaire
  • Creator
    Pionaire Podcasting
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    45
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Mythfits - Kari Byron and Tory Belleci
  • Show Website
    Mythfits

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