The Blindboy Podcast

Experts from the Venom Lab at the University of Galway discuss venom production, medical applications, and research on invasive species like false widow spiders. The podcast delves into indigenous knowledge on treating venomous bites, the potential of venom-based medication, and using scorpion venom as an antibacterial agent. It also explores the impact of invasive species on ecosystems, nerve responses to venomous bites, and conservation efforts for snake populations.

A journey through Spider's elaborate lies, from encounters with The Undertaker to the 'Bishop of the Moon.' Reflecting on childhood memories and the impact of the Canary Wharf bombing. Exploring creativity, storytelling, and the art of deception.

Podcast discusses awkward sex talks, rabbit hunting mishaps, strange events, and navigating grief through mythology. Also touches on US soldier's protest, European Parliament's nature restoration law, and amusing band drama on Twitter.

Podcast explores coming to terms with an autism diagnosis in adulthood, reflecting on childhood labels and academic struggles. Narrates a disturbing encounter in a playground where a child's existential musings lead to physical assault. Reflects on childhood memories, self-learning, and facing physical attacks for intellectual pursuits.

Exploring the origins of Valentines cards from the pagan festival of Lupercalia, including rituals of nudity, whipping, and sacrifices. Discussing sensory deprivation in a flotation tank and its connection to understanding human consciousness. Uncovering the bizarre attempt to teach dolphins to speak English and communicate with aliens. Sharing reflections on the flotation tank experience and playing an eerie Aztec death whistle.

Historian Professor Carl Chinn discusses the history of the English working class, including education, political democracy, and the destruction of a historic pub. They also explore racism in the music industry, Irish activism, and the impact of the Norman invasion on English culture and heritage. The podcast covers the origins of the real Picky Blinders gang, mindfulness, emotional well-being, and the disrespect of working-class words.

In this podcast, the host discusses diverse and intriguing topics such as the emotional impact of divorce on outdoor clothing choices, primal therapy and The Atlantis Commune, the importance of The Canterbury Tales in Middle English, career accomplishments and wearing a plastic bag over their head, the fascinating history of the Silver Sisterhood and their involvement in video game development and scandal, and speculations of British military intelligence involvement in a peculiar community in Donegal, Ireland.

Discover the violent and ritualistic nature of ancient bog bodies in Ireland and how they provide insights into Irish history. Explore the defiance of Grace O'Malley, the Pirate Queen, against colonial Britain. Uncover the mysterious connection between sausage poisoning in the 1820s and botox injections. Delve into the unique production of botox in Westport and its potential impact on empathy levels.

The podcast discusses a short story called 'The Poitín Maker' and the connection between the Eiffel Tower, Paul Cézanne, Dr. Dre, and Ernest Hemingway. Other topics include the importance of a reference album in mixing, the impact of the Eiffel Tower on perception and art, and a descriptive narrative about a poitín maker. The podcast also covers podcast advertisements, upcoming live events, and the man's love for a child.

Professor Aoife Mclysaght, a geneticist, discusses genetics and evolution. Topics include DNA as the blueprint of the human body, the impact of climate change on evolution, genetic consequences of inbreeding, the misuse of genetics by racists, privacy concerns with DNA companies, the high cost of drugs, epigenetic trauma, a unique learning method, cloning humans, the spread of misinformation and conspiracy theories, and exploring meditation and nature.