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Hyperfixation Investigations is a podcast with a wide breadth of topics: from art & science to ‘nerdoms’ & back! Join neurodivergent and queer hosts, Kara and Josh, as they infodump their newest hyperfixations with you!
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Let’s continue our joyful learning about Josh’s favorite cephalopods, the octopus! This episodes continues from Episode 32. Josh will take us diving down to the further depths of their intelligence, shapeshifting, and mythologies!Discussion Includes:How to Shapeshift 101What Do Octopus Dream About?Intelligence = AdaptabilityA Creature of Myth & Legend©Wolf & Stag Productions LLC, 2026
Part 1 of Our Mini-Series: "Language Through the Ages" Let’s talk language! Specifically, this episode delves into a brief history and overview of the study of etymology. Learn about the method of research for etymology, the difference between semantics and syntax, and the historical backgrounds of words like “weird” and “orange”! This episode sets the stage for further deep-dives into language studies as well as the use of etymology in our other episodes. Discussion Includes: Definitions and Clarifications of Language Categories Overview of Scientific Etymological Study Examples of Etymology Examples of Vernacular Homophones! © Wolf & Stag Productions LLC, 2026
Swim with us through the coral reefs and dark sea floors as we explore the outrageous octopus! This episode specifically delves into the general evolutionary and biological facts of these 8-legged friends. Mythology, history, culture impacts and more will be available in a later episode! The intelligence and strangeness of these animals is sure to fascinate you, as it does Josh and Kara! Discussion Includes: Etymology of Octopus & Its Plurals Evolution & the Mollusk Phylum Cephalopods & Jet Propulsion Surviving the Chicxulub Meteor DNA versus RNA: Evolution & Adaption Biology Overview Arms versus Legs ©Wolf & Stag Productions LLC, 2026
© Wolf & Stag Productions LLC, 2026
Happy Valentine’s Day to all who celebrate! This holiday of love has ancient origins from Rome and Catholicism. It has become a saturated business market and an important day for restaurants, flower shops, bakeries and more. Join us as we explore the roots of this holiday and the myths, saints, and female entrepreneurs that have shaped it! Discussion Includes: Lupercalia and Ancient Rome Various Myths and Origins Saint Valentine(s) & Feast Days Chaucer Esther Howland ©Wolf & Stag Productions LLC, 2026
In January 1926, some of the most important strides in mechanical television technology were made! Join Kara and Josh as they discuss the history & science of mechanical television and one of it’s most important inventors: John Logie Baird. With technology created in the 1880’s through to the switch to electronic television, we will flip the channels through many cool and impressive moments in television’s early history. Discussion Includes: Nipkow Discs & Other Science Early Mechanical TV History John Logie Baird Overview of the Move to Electronic Television © Wolf & Stag Productions LLC, 2026
After a lovely holiday season, Josh and Kara return to talk about Santa’s home—The North Pole! But what many may not know, is that there are in fact, multiple north poles, each with slightly different definitions and uses in the sciences. So join us this week as we explore the many north poles! Discussion Includes: Geographic Poles Magnetic Poles The Mythical North Pole Explorations of the Poles ©Wolf & Stag Productions LLC, 2026
Welcome to the final episode of 2025! To “round out” the year, we are telling the tale of pumpkins, North America’s favorite native gourd/squash! While most know for its use in pies and lattes, pumpkin has a long and diverse history! It is likely one of the oldest domesticated foods in the Americas. So join us in celebrating the end of autumn with a deep dive on these famous gourds! Discussion Includes: Scientific Biology Overview Agricultural Overview Ancient History of Pumpkins Colonization of Pumpkins Pumpkin Fun Facts! © Wolf & Stag Productions LLC, 2025
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