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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.

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  • 10: MythbBusting Gone WRONG: What REALLY Happened with the Cannonball Incident...

    10: MythbBusting Gone WRONG: What REALLY Happened with the Cannonball Incident...
    Jul 28 2025
    Kari and Tory welcome the legendary Sergeant JD Nelson, the bomb tech who practically became the sixth MythBuster! In this episode, we're finally addressing the infamous cannonball incident that made international news...

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    FOLLOW US:
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    Chapters

    0:00 The Infamous MythBuster Moment
    7:44 Introducing JD Nelson: The Bomb Tech Extraordinaire
    16:57 The Cannonball Incident: A MythBuster's Nightmare
    25:10 Fan Questions with JD Nelson

    Keywords

    MythBusters, JD Nelson, cannonball incident, explosives, safety, fan questions, behind the scenes, Kari Byron, Tory Belleci


    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.
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    32 mins
  • 9: Will I POOP when I DIE?! w/ Mortician Caitlin Doughty

    9: Will I POOP when I DIE?! w/ Mortician Caitlin Doughty
    Jul 21 2025
    Content Warning: This episode contains open discussions about death. Listener discretion is advised.

    In this wildly weird episode of MythFits, Kari and Tory tackle the one topic we’re all dying to know more about - death.
    But don’t worry, it’s not all gloom and doom. With special guest Caitlin Doughty-mortician, author, and death-fluencer. They explore the science, myths, and cultural quirks around what happens after we kick the bucket - while also tackling the most important question about death: Can you poop when you die? Stay tuned to find out!


    Go check out Caitlin Doughty's work!:

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AskAMortician
    TED Talk: The corpses that changed my life:
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OKIyDMaxh4w
    About: https://caitlindoughty.com/about/


    Chapters

    0:00 Exploring Death: A Lighthearted Approach
    8:33 Introducing Caitlin Doughty: The Death Influencer
    10:57 Myths and Science of Death
    14:44 Curious Questions About Death
    18:57 The Reality of Death and Decomposition
    22:40 Death in Popular Culture: Disney and Beyond
    25:32 MacGyvering in the Funeral Industry
    34:35 Beliefs About the Afterlife


    Keywords

    death, mortician, Caitlin Doty, myths, afterlife, funeral industry, science, decomposition, popular culture, curiosity

    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.
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    40 mins
  • 8: Why Scottie LEFT MythBusters (the TRUTH!)

    8: Why Scottie LEFT MythBusters (the TRUTH!)
    Jul 14 2025
    This week Kari and Tory catch up with former build team member, Scottie! They’re diving into behind the scenes moments, favorite memories, and asking what everyone wants to know…why did Scottie leave MythBusters and what is she doing now?

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    If you are interested in advertising on this podcast email ussales@acast.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: @mythfitspodcast
    YouTube: youtube.com/@MythfitsPod


    Chapters

    0:00 Revisiting MythBusters: A Nostalgic Reunion
    4:27 Behind the Scenes: The Making of MythBusters
    10:07 The Challenges of Filming: Trials and Triumphs
    16:04 The Puppet Master: Navigating Production Dynamics
    22:07 Memorable Myths: Stories from the Set
    30:06 Scottie's Departure: The Million Dollar Question
    34:57 Life After MythBusters: Scotty's New Journey

    Keywords

    MythBusters, Scotty Chapman, Tori Belleci, Kari Byron, behind the scenes, television, welding, fabrication, challenges, departure

    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.
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    39 mins
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