Aug 4 2016

Mermaids: Not a real thing

41 min 4 movies discussed
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Mermaids aren't real. That much we know. But the history and lore of these magical and sometimes menacing creatures of the sea is pretty interesting stuff. Learn all about these half women/half fish today.

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# Stuff You Should Know - Mermaids Episode

Josh and Chuck dive deep into the fascinating world of mermaid mythology and lore, exploring everything from ancient Babylonian sea gods to modern-day professional mermaid performers. They unpack centuries of folklore from cultures across the globe, discussing why mermaids have captivated human imagination for thousands of years and examining some of history's most famous "sightings" by explorers like Christopher Columbus and John Smith. Along the way, they debunk the myths with humor and curiosity, touching on everything from Animal Planet's notorious mockumentaries to the surprisingly legitimate career path of being a professional mermaid at places like Weeki Wachee Springs in Florida.


Movies Discussed

E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial
E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial
1982 1h 55m
★ 7.5
"Oh, you're thinking of ET when he turned all white and dried out. — Josh corrects Chuck's recollection about a creature drying out, referencing ET instead of Splash." — Josh
Splash
Splash
1984 1h 50m
★ 6.3
"You've seen Splash. Yeah, it's a toast. No, she dried out and she was just fine. — They discuss a scene from Splash where a mermaid dries out, comparing it to ET." — Chuck
The Mighty Boosh: Inside the Zooniverse
The Mighty Boosh: Inside the Zooniverse
2005
★ 10.0
"I still never saw that documentary about the horse. Yeah, it's a good one. Zoo. — They discuss the documentary Zoo and its use of recreation rather than actual footage." — Josh
This Is the End
This Is the End
2013 R 1h 46m
★ 6.2
"What's it called? This is the end. And she played herself. — They discuss Rihanna's appearance in the film where she plays herself and hits a character." — Chuck

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