Best Metamorphs Podcasts (2025)

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Big Buck Hunter - Episode 141 1:44:25

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Woo-wee! There’s no avoiding it any longer. While these games don't rank highly on our personal lists, we must talk about one of the most influential and long-lasting series in light gun arcade games, Big Buck Hunter. Do we represent the snobby gaming community? How did appealing to the “Bubba factor” make this popular game series thrive? What is t…

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Colder temperatures, dog lookalikes and colour perception 41:00

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How scientifically accurate is Bee Movie? What would happen if the Earth had a twin? And what is Dr. Karl's favourite story? Dr Karl answers these questions and more on triple j Mornings with Lucy Smith.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Slow-mo animals, breathing powers and the science of cat scratches 39:00

13d ago39:00

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Can we sniff our farts away? Are birthday twins just a coincidence? And why do menstrual cramps hurt more than stomach aches? Dr Karl answers these questions and more on triple j Mornings with Bec Charlwood.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Time Crisis - Episode 140 1:40:02

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ACTION! We put the pedal to the metal in our light gun miniseries with Namco’s Time Crisis. Seek cover as we explore the entire series starting with V.S.S.E. agent Richard Miller and ending with whatever Time Crisis 5 was. Did Namco’s attempt to top Sega’s Virtua Cop succeed? Is Time Crisis 2 the most complete light gun game experience? What are th…

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The origins of BBQ, fecal bacteria and the Seven Sisters 39:00

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Is it possible to turn into your roommates? How did the living DNA code come to exist? And when did we first start using kitchen utensils? Dr Karl and Zoe Kean answer these questions and more on triple j Mornings with Lucy Smith.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Smoke alarms, airplane mode and chemtrails 39:18

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Does blending ingredients in a smoothie destroy their nutrients? How do we distinguish between phantom smells and real smells? And are infrared saunas safe? Dr Karl answers these questions and more on triple j Mornings with Lucy Smith.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Lethal Enforcers - Episode 139 1:39:28

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Welcome to the hardboiled streets of 90s Chicago where a crime wave is at an all time high. It’s up to you, officer Don Marshall, and you, Unnamed Female, to fight crime with as many bullets as possible. Then travel to the Wild West to also fight crime with as many bullets as possible. This is Konami’s Lethal Enforcers arcade series. How was a knee…

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Meat glue, cold remedies and roadkill 43:38

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What influences intelligence? Does the earth's rotation affect flight time? And what temperature will de-fog your windscreen? Dr Karl answers these questions and more on triple j Mornings with Lucy Smith.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Rollercoaster retirement, winking, and zombie stars 39:16

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Why am I always running out of conditioner before shampoo? How come mozzies bite some people and not others? And does a dog's sense of smell give it a better memory? Dr Karl answers these questions and more on triple j Mornings with Jaimee Taylor-Nielsen.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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The House Of The Dead - Episode 138 2:24:01

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Step into the rotting halls of Curien Mansion, where bullets fly and the undead just won’t stay down. With cinematic flair, branching paths, and enemies that lurch ever closer, this horror-themed arcade shooter became one of the best in the light gun genre. Welcome to Sega’s The House of the Dead. How did a broom help bring a terrifying boss to lif…

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Alien planets, sea sickness 101 and the perfect chocolate 38:05

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Is it possible to breathe through our ears? Why do we always queue in a snake form? And what's hiding in the rest of the ocean? Dr Karl answers these questions and more on triple j Mornings with Jaimee Taylor-NielsenBy Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Jet lag, dire wolves and scented farts 40:22

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What would happen if the Moon was bigger than Earth? How is sandpaper made? And does glue dry in space? Dr Karl answers these questions and more on triple j Mornings with Lucy Smith.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Area 51 - Episode 137 2:24:45

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We draw on a new miniseries that is all about light gun games. And we start with getting to the truth behind the biggest conspiracy of them all: Area 51. How did this game save Atari Games (at least temporarily)? Was every CiCi’s Pizza contractually obligated to have an Area 51 game in their arcade? How did a bodybuilder from a theme park and a mod…

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Crime scenes, sweat logic and fighting misinformation 43:12

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Do cortisol detoxes work? Can our bodies predict rain with pain? And is this Halsey lyric - ‘the father's DNA stays inside the mother for 7 years’ - scientifically accurate? Bianca Nogrady and Dr Theresa Larkin answer these questions and more on triple j Mornings with Lucy Smith.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Cloud seeding, endorphins and heartstrings 40:53

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Do animals have different blood types? How was the earth's core created? And back to basics - why is the sky blue? Bianca Nogrady answers these questions and more on triple j Mornings with Lucy Smith.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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The ethics of genetics, teleporting earthworms and perfect naps 40:33

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Why are we so helpless as babies? Are cats targeting people with allergies? And if we could bring back dinosaurs, would they survive? Zoe Kean answers these questions and more on triple j Mornings with Lucy Smith.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Heterochromia, cold water therapy and time of death 40:17

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How does our body tell us we're thirsty? Do trees get cancer? And if the entire world flooded, could we all turn into fish people? Bianca Nogrady answers these questions and more on triple j Mornings with Lucy Smith.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Arcade Obscura (4P Beat ‘Em Ups) - Episode 136 2:17:44

3M ago2:17:44

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It’s the end to our longest miniseries ever as we put our last quarter in the Four Player Beat ‘Em Up miniseries (sniffle) with an Arcade Obscura. Each host brings their choice for a 4 player brawler that we think is obscure or underrated. Jarrod brings us a Sega arcade game with a hot 90s topic that may not be the best player but sure is a looker.…

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Patternicity, lemon tree wees and static electricity 40:46

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Where is wind going? Are ants able to predict rain? And why do sportspeople train at higher altitudes? Bianca Nogrady answers these questions and more on triple j Mornings with Lucy Smith.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Taste vs. smell, doomscrolling and insulated drink bottles 40:10

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Why does the contraceptive pill affect your dreams? Can your pet watch you weld? And is there a science behind the tension shifting in a room? Dr Karl answers these questions and more on triple j Mornings with Lucy Smith.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Battle Circuit - Episode 135 2:27:53

3M ago2:27:53

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In the year 20XX, a battle for world domination now begins!! The last featured episode of the 4 Player Beat ‘Em Up miniseries aptly finishes with Capcom’s last 2D arcade beat ‘em up, Battle Circuit. Is this the closest we’ll ever get to a Cowboy Bebop arcade game? How did an eight-player racing game turn into this four-player beat ‘em up? Who has t…

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Beached whales, earworms and the 'city killer' asteroid 42:32

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What are the most effective ways to decrease exposure to microplastics? Is there a link between planet alignment and weather patterns? And what would happen if an asteroid hit the earth? Dr Karl answers these questions and more on triple j Mornings with Lucy Smith.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Panic attacks, dark matter and melting ice creams 41:28

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What’s the next step in human evolution? Are there any land animals that produce electricity? How do bees select their flowers? Dr Karl answers these questions and more on triple j Mornings with Lucy Smith.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Cultivating Creativity as a Gateway to Inner Truth: Rabbi Adina Allen on Possibility, Embracing Chaos and Void, and Reclaiming Personal Power and Imagination 1:07:27

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Rabbi Adina Allen and Elizabeth explore the profound connection between art, creativity, and inner truth in this conversation. They discuss how Adina's upbringing in an art therapy environment shaped her understanding of creativity as a means to access deeper truths within ourselves. The conversation delves into societal disconnection from inner kn…

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Dungeons & Dragons: Tower of Doom / Shadow Over Mystara - Episode 134 2:34:50

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Welcome to the D&D world! We’re expanding the lore with not one, but two Dungeons & Dragons arcade games made by Capcom! Tuck in for an in-depth episode about the Known World, why the Record of Lodoss War is more than an anime, and the rare example of how a consultant can actually help a company as we talk about Dungeons & Dragons: Tower of Doom an…

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Cross-wiring, poison vs. venom and travelling farts 40:33

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What's the difference between AM and FM radio? Why does plucking our eyebrows make us sneeze? And how do you stop a fart from following you into the next room? Dr Karl answers these questions and more on triple j Mornings with Lucy Smith.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Satellites, spicy breastmilk and noise-cancelling headphones 43:54

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Is time an illusion? Do our brains lie to us after a late-night shift? And why did our bodies decide we don't need hairy feet? Dr Karl answers these questions and more on triple j Mornings with Lucy Smith.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Metamorphic Force - Episode 133 2:37:54

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Let’s go BEAST MODE with Konami’s Metamorphic Force! It’s the best X-Men meets Altered Beast arcade beat ‘em up that takes place on the island of Dr. Moreau where everyone is made out of water balloons that you’ll ever play. Guaranteed. What were the working conditions for copywriters at Konami USA’s headquarters? How much snow does it take to shut…

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Solar urticaria, the mirage effect and friction explained 38:19

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What would it take to shift the Earth's axis? How does the body process radiation from the sun? And is memory an innate skill or something we learn? Dr Karl answers these questions and more on triple j Mornings with Lucy Smith.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Bye Bye Pete Alonso and Hello Vladimir Guerrero Jr in Queens? 1:15:00

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What do you think about the Mets re-signing Jesse Winker and signing Braves reliever AJ Minter after rumors claim that Mets are moving on from re-signing Pete Alonso? Should the Mets pivot away from Alonso and trade for Vladdy Jr? Find out what my brutally honest thoughts are when you check out the all-new episode of “Sports Urban Legend” airing ev…

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Cat containment, cane toad consumption and the toxic male technique 37:18

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What invasive species tastes the best? What would happen if we eradicated feral cats? And how does your body respond when you start eating meat again after years of being vegetarian? Dr Karl and special guest Professor Phill Cassey answer these questions and more on triple j Mornings with Lucy Smith.…

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Golden Axe: Revenge of Death Adder - Episode 132 2:01:53

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A barbarian, halfling, dwarf riding a giant, and centauress walk into a bar. It’s not just the setup for a joke but also a fantastic beat ‘em up that Sega has criminally done very little with. Let’s delve into the history of Golden Axe: Revenge of Death Adder! Do we have a reverse Splash situation happening in this game? What was the name of that o…