Mythfits

Pionaire Podcasting
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Sep 8, 2025 • 42min

MythBusters Kid Turned PRO Racecar Driver! w/ Conor Daly

IndyCar driver Connor Daly joins Kari Byron and Tory Belleci to talk MythBusters racing myths, the Indy 500, losing 10 pounds in a race, and … peeing in a race car.Plus, digging into racing traditions, including the famous question: why do Indy 500 champions drink milk after a win?Thank you to our sponsor, Stash! Go to get.stash.com/mythfitsLINK TO OUR SPONSORS!https://linkin.bio/mythfits/Please leave a review and make sure you SUBSCRIBE!If you are interested in advertising on this podcast email advertising@pionairepodcasting.comTo request Kari & Tory to be on your Podcast, Radio Show, or TV Show, reach out to talent@pionairepodcasting.comFOLLOW US:IG/TT: @mythfitspodcastYouTube: youtube.com/@MythfitsPod😎👕 Support the show - grab some MythFits gear:mythfitspodcast.comChapters0:00 Kari’s Driving Lessons 10:48 From Kart Kid to IndyCar Star: Connor Daly19:30 Can You Really Lose 10 Pounds in a Race? Myths and Superstitions26:08 Why Indy 500 Winners Drink Milk: Racing Traditions Explained34:29 Fan Questions, Family Pride, and Behind-the-Scenes StoriesThis 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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Sep 1, 2025 • 30min

Why Kari Byron almost QUIT Mythbusters…

Why did Kari walk off set and nearly quit MythBusters? Why did a producer shoot Jamie Hyneman in the crotch with an airsoft gun? What behind-the-scenes fight ended with a fart breaking the tension? Kari and Tory answer these and more AMA questions, revealing wild moments you never saw on MythBusters.LINK TO OUR SPONSORS!https://linkin.bio/mythfits/Please leave a review and make sure you SUBSCRIBE!If you are interested in advertising on this podcast email advertising@pionairepodcasting.comTo request Kari & Tory to be on your Podcast, Radio Show, or TV Show, reach out to talent@pionairepodcasting.comFOLLOW US:IG/TT: @mythfitspodcastYouTube: youtube.com/@MythfitsPod😎👕 Support the show - grab some MythFits gear:mythfitspodcast.comChapters0:00 Kari Almost Quits MythBusters 😱0:48 Behind the Scenes5:53 Filming While Super Pregnant9:37 Farts, Fights & Breaking Tension17:36 Producers Gone Rogue (and Unsafe)25:13 The Best Part of Being a MythBuster26:11 What’s Next? Live Shows, Fans & MoreThis 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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Aug 25, 2025 • 33min

DRAMA Behind the Scenes of MythBusters: NIGHTMARE NEIGHBORS

Kari and Tory explore the relationships of the neighbors of M5 and M7 on the set of MythBusters. They dive into the untold behind-the-scenes drama of how one experiment smoked out the whole shop, why the cops showed up mid-test, and the moment a car crashed through the wall into the shop next door!LINK TO OUR SPONSORS!https://linkin.bio/mythfits/Please leave a review and make sure you SUBSCRIBE!If you are interested in advertising on this podcast email advertising@pionairepodcasting.comTo request Kari & Tory to be on your Podcast, Radio Show, or TV Show, reach out to talent@pionairepodcasting.comFOLLOW US:IG/TT: @mythfitspodcastYouTube: youtube.com/@MythfitsPod😎👕 Support the show - grab some MythFits gear:mythfitspodcast.comChapters0:00 WELCOME MYTHFITS!2:27 Catching Up with Jamie5:41 Life After MythBusters8:35 Tsunami Warnings and Personal Reflections11:24 Diving into Tsunami Videos14:39 Answering MythFit Community Questions17:36 Neighbors' Reactions to MythBusters Experiments20:28 Safety Concerns and Lessons Learned33:01 Wrapping Up and Future Episodes#MythBusters #JamieHyneman #Safety #Tsunamis #Experiments #CommunityQuestions #Neighbors #FireDepartment #CelebrityThis 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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Aug 18, 2025 • 33min

Was Jake Gyllenhaal almost Napoleon Dynamite?? w/ Jon Heder

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.Thank you to our Sponsor, Mando!Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @shop.mando. Get 20% off + free shipping with promo code [MYTHFITS] at shopmando.com! LINK TO OUR SPONSORS!https://linkin.bio/mythfits/Please leave a review and make sure you SUBSCRIBE!If you are interested in advertising on this podcast email advertising@pionairepodcasting.comTo request Kari & Tory to be on your Podcast, Radio Show, or TV Show, reach out to talent@pionairepodcasting.comFOLLOW US:IG/TT: @mythfitspodcastYouTube: youtube.com/@MythfitsPod😎👕 Support the show - grab some MythFits gear:mythfitspodcast.comChapters0:00 Introduction 2:34 The Legacy of Mythbusters5:52 The Impact of Napoleon Dynamite8:40 Special Guest Introduction: John Heder11:39 Busting Myths About Napoleon Dynamite14:28 Ghost Hunting and the Paranormal17:43 Jon Heder's Future Projects20:33 Fan Questions and Closing Thoughts#mythbusters #jonheder #napoleondynamite #podcast #movie #television #mandopod #sponsored #ad  #popculture #ghost #ghosthunting #interview 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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Aug 11, 2025 • 41min

Kari Byron GEEKS OUT Over Baseball w/ Aaron Leanhardt

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...Thank you to our sponsor, Better Help!Our listeners get 10% off their first month at BetterHelp.com/MYTHFITSLINK TO OUR SPONSORS!https://linkin.bio/mythfits/Please leave a review and make sure you SUBSCRIBE!If you are interested in advertising on this podcast email advertising@pionairepodcasting.comTo request Kari & Tory to be on your Podcast, Radio Show, or TV Show, reach out to talent@pionairepodcasting.comFOLLOW US:IG/TT: @mythfitspodcastYouTube: youtube.com/@MythfitsPod😎👕 Support the show - grab some MythFits gear:mythfitspodcast.comChapters0:00 Introduction to Baseball Superstitions2:41 Kari's Evolving Interest in Sports5:32 Baseball Myths Explored8:46 Innovations in Baseball Equipment11:37 Interview with Aaron Lenny-Leanhardt14:43 The Science Behind Bat Design17:29 Baseball Strategies and Signals20:20 Superstitions and Their Impact on Players23:36 Fan Questions and RFID Chip26:21 Closing Thoughts and Future TopicsKeywords#baseball, #superstitions, #myths, #sports, #innovation, #batdesign, #Aaron Lenny-Linhardt, #baseballstrategies, #mentalhealth, #podcast #mythbusters #mythfitsThis 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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Aug 4, 2025 • 42min

The TRUTH Behind Our Mission Impossible Myths!

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. Please leave a review and make sure you SUBSCRIBE!If you are interested in advertising on this podcast email advertising@pionairepodcasting.comTo request Kari & Tory to be on your Podcast, Radio Show, or TV Show, reach out to talent@pionairepodcasting.comFOLLOW US:IG/TT: @mythfitspodcastYouTube: youtube.com/@MythfitsPodChapters0:00 Welcome to Mythfits0:50 Childhood Trauma and Home Life4:20 Rat Infestation and DIY Solutions8:04 Transitioning to Mission Impossible9:04 Exploring Heist Myths11:29 The Art of Disguise15:01 Behind the Scenes of Mythbusters20:11 Testing Security Systems25:23 The Poke It with a Stick Method30:29 Real-Life Laser Beams33:17 The Spy Life and Unique Skills35:33 Lunch Orders and Exploding MustardKeywordsMythbusters, rat infestation, Mission Impossible, heist myths, disguise, security systems, behind the scenes, funny memories, podcastThis 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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Jul 28, 2025 • 32min

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

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...Please leave a review and make sure you SUBSCRIBE!If you are interested in advertising on this podcast email advertising@pionairepodcasting.comTo request Kari & Tory to be on your Podcast, Radio Show, or TV Show, reach out to talent@pionairepodcasting.comFOLLOW US:IG/TT: @mythfitspodcastYouTube: youtube.com/@MythfitsPodChapters0:00 The Infamous MythBuster Moment7:44 Introducing JD Nelson: The Bomb Tech Extraordinaire16:57 The Cannonball Incident: A MythBuster's Nightmare25:10 Fan Questions with JD NelsonKeywordsMythBusters, JD Nelson, cannonball incident, explosives, safety, fan questions, behind the scenes, Kari Byron, Tory BelleciThis 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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Jul 21, 2025 • 40min

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

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!If you are interested in advertising on this podcast email advertising@pionairepodcasting.comGo check out Caitlin Doughty's work!:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AskAMorticianTED Talk: The corpses that changed my life:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OKIyDMaxh4wAbout: https://caitlindoughty.com/about/Chapters0:00 Exploring Death: A Lighthearted Approach8:33 Introducing Caitlin Doughty: The Death Influencer10:57 Myths and Science of Death14:44 Curious Questions About Death18:57 The Reality of Death and Decomposition22:40 Death in Popular Culture: Disney and Beyond25:32 MacGyvering in the Funeral Industry34:35 Beliefs About the AfterlifeThis 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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Jul 14, 2025 • 39min

Why Scottie LEFT MythBusters (the TRUTH!)

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?Please leave a review and make sure you SUBSCRIBE!If you are interested in advertising on this podcast email advertising@pionairepodcasting.comTo request Kari & Tory to be on your Podcast, Radio Show, or TV Show, reach out to talent@pionairepodcasting.comFOLLOW US:IG/TT: @mythfitspodcastYouTube: youtube.com/@MythfitsPodChapters0:00 Revisiting MythBusters: A Nostalgic Reunion4:27 Behind the Scenes: The Making of MythBusters10:07 The Challenges of Filming: Trials and Triumphs16:04 The Puppet Master: Navigating Production Dynamics22:07 Memorable Myths: Stories from the Set30:06 Scottie's Departure: The Million Dollar Question34:57 Life After MythBusters: Scotty's New JourneyKeywordsMythBusters, Scotty Chapman, Tori Belleci, Kari Byron, behind the scenes, television, welding, fabrication, challenges, departureThis 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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Jul 7, 2025 • 28min

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

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!Please leave a review and make sure you SUBSCRIBE!If you are interested in advertising on this podcast email advertising@pionairepodcasting.comTo request Kari & Tory to be on your Podcast, Radio Show, or TV Show, reach out to talent@pionairepodcasting.comFOLLOW US:IG/TT: @mythfitspodcastYouTube: youtube.com/@MythfitsPodChapters0:00 Introduction to Mythfits and AMA Episode0:41 Pranks on the set of MythBusters7:47 The Fainting Goats Episode: Behind the Scenes9:43 Residuals and the Impact of MythBusters11:31 Dream Guests and Interesting Careers14:18 LDRS: Large and Dangerous Rocket Ships20:20 The Infamous Butt Scan Incident26:26 Future Plans: Touring and Fan InteractionKeywordsMythfits, MythBusters, AMA, pranks, fainting goats, residuals, dream guests, LDRS, butt scan, podcastThis 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.Like what you hear? We'd love a rating & review! Thanks for helping our podcast grow! https://ratethispodcast.com/mythfits Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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