Episodios

  • Will There Be a Napoleon Dynamite SEQUEL?! w/Jon Heder

    Will There Be a Napoleon Dynamite SEQUEL?! w/Jon Heder
    Aug 18 2025
    Was Jake Gyllenhaal almost cast as Napoleon? Does Jon Heder have a twin? Are the sequel rumors real? Jon Heder joins Kari and Tory to clear up some of the internet’s biggest myths about Napoleon Dynamite. They also talk ghost hunting, behind-the-scenes stories with Grant Imahara, and how fame hit all at once for Jon.

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    Chapters

    0:00 Introduction
    2:34 The Legacy of Mythbusters
    5:52 The Impact of Napoleon Dynamite
    8:40 Special Guest Introduction: John Heder
    11:39 Busting Myths About Napoleon Dynamite
    14:28 Ghost Hunting and the Paranormal
    17:43 Jon Heder's Future Projects
    20:33 Fan Questions and Closing Thoughts


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    33 m
  • The SCIENCE Behind the TORPEDO BAT & Busting Baseball MYTHS w/ Aaron Leanhardt

    The SCIENCE Behind the TORPEDO BAT & Busting Baseball MYTHS w/ Aaron Leanhardt
    Aug 11 2025
    Joined by baseball innovator Aaron Leanhardt, who reveals the story (and controversy) behind his wild “torpedo bat” design - Kari and Tory break down some classic baseball myths, bizarre baseball superstitions, and reveal some more BTS MythBusters secrets...

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    Chapters

    0:00 Introduction to Baseball Superstitions
    2:41 Kari's Evolving Interest in Sports
    5:32 Baseball Myths Explored
    8:46 Innovations in Baseball Equipment
    11:37 Interview with Aaron Lenny-Leanhardt
    14:43 The Science Behind Bat Design
    17:29 Baseball Strategies and Signals
    20:20 Superstitions and Their Impact on Players
    23:36 Fan Questions and RFID Chip
    26:21 Closing Thoughts and Future Topics

    Keywords

    #baseball, #superstitions, #myths, #sports, #innovation, #batdesign, #Aaron Lenny-Linhardt, #baseballstrategies, #mentalhealth, #podcast #mythbusters #mythfits


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  • The TRUTH Behind Our Mission Impossible Myths!

    The TRUTH Behind Our Mission Impossible Myths!
    Aug 4 2025
    In this high-stakes episode of MythFits, Tory and Kari go undercover and take off their "masks" to go deep into some fan-favorite episodes of MythBusters: "Mission Impossible Mask" & "Crimes & Myth-Demeanors". Along the way, they break down the MythBusters episodes that tackled spy-level myths, including realistic masks, and breaking into a high-security vault.

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    Chapters

    0:00 Welcome to Mythfits
    0:50 Childhood Trauma and Home Life
    4:20 Rat Infestation and DIY Solutions
    8:04 Transitioning to Mission Impossible
    9:04 Exploring Heist Myths
    11:29 The Art of Disguise
    15:01 Behind the Scenes of Mythbusters
    20:11 Testing Security Systems
    25:23 The Poke It with a Stick Method
    30:29 Real-Life Laser Beams
    33:17 The Spy Life and Unique Skills
    35:33 Lunch Orders and Exploding Mustard


    Keywords

    Mythbusters, rat infestation, Mission Impossible, heist myths, disguise, security systems, behind the scenes, funny memories, podcast


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    42 m
  • MythBusting Gone WRONG: What REALLY Happened with the Cannonball Incident...

    MythBusting 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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    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


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  • Will I POOP when I DIE?! w/ Mortician Caitlin Doughty

    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!


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    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

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  • Why Scottie LEFT MythBusters (the TRUTH!)

    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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    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

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    39 m
  • Did Kari REALLY Flash Tory?! & More MythBusters Secrets REVEALED!!

    Did Kari REALLY Flash Tory?! & More MythBusters Secrets REVEALED!!
    Jul 7 2025

    Kari and Tory are back to answer your weirdest, wildest, and most WTF fan questions - including the one everyone’s too afraid to ask: did Kari actually flash Tory on set? (You’ll have to listen for yourself.) They also dig into Large Dangerous Rocket Ships memories, awkward butt scan moments, and some of their favorite pranks from MythBusters.

    Remember, no myth is too weird - and no question is too awkward!


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    Chapters


    0:00 Introduction to Mythfits and AMA Episode

    0:41 Pranks on the set of MythBusters

    7:47 The Fainting Goats Episode: Behind the Scenes

    9:43 Residuals and the Impact of MythBusters

    11:31 Dream Guests and Interesting Careers

    14:18 LDRS: Large and Dangerous Rocket Ships

    20:20 The Infamous Butt Scan Incident

    26:26 Future Plans: Touring and Fan Interaction


    Keywords

    Mythfits, MythBusters, AMA, pranks, fainting goats, residuals, dream guests, LDRS, butt scan, podcast


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  • What Was Tory's Worst INJURY on Set?! ....AND answering YOUR Burning Questions!

    What Was Tory's Worst INJURY on Set?! ....AND answering YOUR Burning Questions!
    Jun 30 2025

    In this special AMA episode of MythFits, Kari Byron and Tory Belleci go full MythBuster mode as they answer fan-submitted questions-no myth is off-limits! From revealing who actually passed the infamous lie detector test to spilling secrets behind other wild myths, Kari and Tory bring the laughs, the memories, and a few surprises.


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    Chapters


    0:00 The Journey of Mythfits

    3:56 Behind the Scenes of Mythbusters

    7:47 The Lie Detector Challenge

    11:51 Memorable Myths and Experiments

    16:03 The Creative Process of Mythbusters

    27:56 Connecting with Fans and Future Plans


    Keywords


    Mythbusters, podcast, Tori Belleci, Kari Byron, experiments, behind the scenes, fan interaction, lie detector, creative process, memorable myths



    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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    30 m