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A relaxed chat around the taboo of death. Here are the links to the Stories in this episode: [Egocentric View of Time]( https://www.intheknow.com/post/how-you-perceive-time-reveals-a-lot-about-you/#:~:text=For an ego-moving perspective,about the past and future.) What is UTC History of Trick or Treating Lock, Shock, and Barrel (Live) The Long Dream Long Dream (Full Movie) Terminator 2 [Town that O...

The Fool Scoop’s look at Halloween through the ages continues as we explore the origins of Halloween costumes. Just Jessy brings us some Did You Know information. And Kelso downloads some Megabytes for us. Then, in our Fool Scoop discussion, we tackle the most devilish topic of all: El Diablo. Here are the links to the Stories in this episode: J´BA FOFI: Arañas Gigantes NASA’s Psyche Mission Nucle...

Today on the Fool Scoop’s big topic, we’ve got all things alien, and we don’t mean just UFOs. We’re talking scary little green men from Mars. Along the way, we’ll discuss some of our favorite movies, and we continue our look at the history of Halloween with the origins of Jack O’Lanterns. Here are the links to the Stories in this episode: Wolf Spiders and Cranberries The Huntsman Spider Leprechaun...

Join the Fool Scoop for the beginning of the Halloween season as we discuss all kinds of spooky topics. In our Nostalgia Deep Cut, we chronicle the history and origins of Halloween itself. And in the Fool Scoop of the week, we cover the innate fear of the dark so many of us have. Here are the links to the Stories in this episode: History of Halloween See Like a Snake Predator (1987) French Fries F...

The Fool Scoop breaks down another thought experiment: The Ship of Theseus. Or is it Jason and the Argonauts? Either way, the Fool Scoopers take this opportunity to dive into a discussion on a variety of topics, including issues of identity. Here are the links to the Stories in this episode: Barbie (2024) Ship of Theseus Jason and the Argonauts Star Trek Transporter Neuralink Bleedblue.com — Have...

On today’s episode of the Fool Scoop, we have a special guest who will finally unravel the mystery of the Space Cow Thought Experiment. What is this mysterious concept? What does it mean for the future of mankind? And most importantly, is it edible? Tune in to find out.  Here are the links to the Stories in this episode: Spherical cow - Wikipedia How long did the Egyptians last? The Giver (2014) E...

Today’s episode of The Fool Scoop dissects a video about near death experiences and what they may mean. During the talk, we also discuss a variety of movies including aliens, ghosts, and other haunting ideas surrounding death. Will we make it out alive? Tune in to find out. Here are the links to the Stories in this episode: Thundercats opening [HD] - YouTube Bill Letson’s Near Death Experience: In...

On today’s episode, the Fool Scoop gang discuss several news headlines, many of which turn our gaze upwards up to the stars. Is there life out there? We discuss the possibilities and implications of those who are speaking out claiming the government has such proof. And we review the MCU’s first alien movie: Thor. All this and more on the Fool Scoop.  Here are the links to the Stories in this episo...

In our last episode, we discussed immortality and eternity, and the conversation went on forever. Here’s the rest of that session. Bonus Segment Replay - Book Across the Universe Yesterday Lost (TV Show) Into the Spiderverse SpiderHeck Brawlhalla What is the Wavebird — Have a question or topic you want to hear on the show? Message us on Facebook and it might get featured! --- Send in a voice messa...

Today’s episode of the Fool Scoop looks at some recent headlines, including the strange disappearance of Carlee Russel, the re-re-revival of Futurama, and the mysterious deaths of former White House chefs. Jhonny Kelso weighs in on his review of David Cronenberg’s Crimes of the Future.  And in our Fool Scoop, our team discusses the probability of immortality and what can be done with all the free...

Today, the Fool Scoop brings you a contentious discussion as we tackle the idea of divergent evolutionary paths for humans. We have some fun with how humanity would be impacted if we suddenly had tails, wings, and other assorted characteristics.  Here are the links to the Stories in this episode: Incredible Animation Shows How Humans Evolved From Early Life Avatar: The Way of Water | Official Trai...

Today, the Fool Scoop brings you an array of news stories and bites. We discuss celebrities, death, collapses, Chernobyl, as well as just what makes the Duck Tales theme song so catchy.  Here are the links to the Stories in this episode: Jennifer Lawrence Only Wants to do Adult Films Now Man Dies After Collapsing in Death Valley amid Soaring Heat Are We Facing the Reality of Civilizational Collaps...

This week on the Fool Scoop, we take a kind and gentle look at Williams’ Syndrome, and along the way we discuss Elon’s AI, weigh the pros and cons of hallucinogens in our medication, have a peek at the latest olympic level competition in Sweden, and discuss a trip down sitcom memory lane.  Here are the links to the Stories in this episode: https://x.ai/ Scientists Have Figured Out How to Prevent H...

In the second part of our Fool Scoop episode, we discuss the implications of echo chambers and the effects of living in a bubble of information. From there, we dive into a discussion on how to mitigate and navigate all the information available on social media.  Here are the links to the Stories in this episode: The Great Compression Not The Algorithm but The Social Dilemma The Richest Man In Baby...

The Fool Scoop returns to discuss a bevy of news stories as the world’s oceans threaten to swallow us up. Johnny Kelso brings us some Kelsobytes and we read another chapter from Winston’s lucid dream journal.  Here are the links to the Stories in this episode: Oceangate Submarine Whale Swallows 2 Kayakers The Year Earth Changed - Apple TV+ Press Dinosaur Cave Painting Aliens In Congress — Equipmen...

The Fool Scoop discusses the nature and ins and outs of parasocial relationships. We take another trip back to the MCU with Iron Man 2, and our old friend Mokele Mbembe drops in for another cryptid report.  Here are the links to the Stories in this episode: Elon Musk as an AI Baby Apple is expected to announce 'mixed reality' headset that will offer both virtual and augmented reality - ABC7 Los An...

Is virtual reality the future or the present? Do you need emotional intelligence to succeed? Is Jhonny Kelso a psychopath? Today’s episode of the Fool Scoop is all about emotional intelligence. We discuss the meaning of it, along with some skills and abilities for helping to manage it.  Here are the links to the Stories in this episode: What is Emotional Intelligence? Daniel Goleman Introduces Emo...

On the Fool Scoop this week, we go down a Goofy memory road trip before stopping off to discuss Carl Jung’s Collective Unconscious. What is it? Is it real? Does it have a place in modern psychology? The Fool Scoop attempts to answer these and more questions.  Here are the links to the Stories in this episode: Carl Jung: What is the Collective Unconscious? Same Purple Woman on DMT Inception Movie T...

On today’s episode of the Fool Scoop, we take a look at the history of tobacco and anti-smoking campaigns over the years, as well as some tips on how you can quit smoking. And in our Anime-Wednesday segment, we discuss the various world-building of Attack on Titan.  Here are the links to the Stories in this episode: World No Tobacco Day Marlboro Man Truth Campaign Mullein Potion Thank You For Smok...

On The Fool Scoop today, we look at the week’s headlines, listen to a reading of “They” by Siegfried Sasson, and discuss the history of Memorial Day in the U.S.  Here are the links to the Stories in this episode: A bus driver in Michigan fainted at the wheel. Then a 7th-grader took control A rare fireball flew over Maine. Now there's a $25K reward for pieces of space rock Endangered Sturgeon–A Fis...

Burger lovers everywhere rejoice! Today on the Fool Scoop we discuss the quintessential All American(?) food: The hamburger! We look back on some old favorites and some new ones yet to be tried. Also, Grandpa Smith makes his return to The Fool Scoop, and so much more.  Here are the links to the Stories in this episode: Adam Attempts To Eat A 190 LB Burger That Weights Nearly The Same As Him! | Man...

Today’s episode is all about that great American pastime: sleeping. We’ve got news stories, funny tales, and another entry in the Fool Scoop’s Lucid Dream Journal. And in the Fool Scoop, we share our sleep habits and more. Here are the links to the Stories in this episode: Flywheel Endeavor buys WWE A Warthog, Hyena, and a Porcupine Better Sleep Month . Cryonics Institute . — Have a question or to...

Hello friends, today we’re talking about Cinco de Mayo, our favorite MCU smasher, and our favorite dishes. Along the way, we manage to insult a few countries. Oh no! — Have a question or topic you want to hear on the show? Message us on Facebook and it might get featured! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/foolscoop/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters...

The Fool Scoop’s latest episode brings together seals, dragons, and bears… Oh my! We also present a brand new Anime Wednesday segment. And in our Fool Scoop of the week, we discuss earthquakes, rifts, and love for our Australian brothers and sisters.  Here are the links to the Stories in this episode: Good News Seal Pup Dragons on Mars Cocaine Bear Trailer The Impossible Trailer Crater on Fire Bur...

On this week’s episode, we’re take a look at the artistic ability of A.I., we take a listen at an early work from a big time music act, and we learn about the history of spring cleaning, along with some stories from the Fool Scoopers themselves.  Here are the links to the Stories in this episode: UME 2013 Black Hole Enhanced by AI I got laid off so I made a game Fight Night Champion 2011 Flight 00...