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The Ken Carman Show with Anthony LimaDanny Cunningham: Evan Mobley should have been able to shoulder more of the offensive load, and Donovan Mitchell has had to step up because he can'tDanny Cunningham joined Ken Carman and Anthony Lima to break down the Cavaliers' season so far, whether or not they're a threat in the East, and he breaks down all the reasons why this season has not gone to plan for the Cavaliers. He also discussed whether or not Kenny Atkinson shoulders the blame for the Cavs' struggles, and how significant Darius Garland's injuries have been and how much it affects the team's roster.
2026-01-2115 min
Fascinators!The Sweet Science of Where Eels Come FromWhere do tennis scores come from? What makes a bike stabilize itself without a rider? What was the fastest horse to ever live? Where do eels come from? The Atkinson boys have the answer to most of those questions, but not the ones you'd expect!
2025-10-1551 min
The Second Captains PodcastLast Minute Liverpool, Amongst Geordies, NFL In Croker, Rome Derby, Big. In JapanThe Champions League has been a lot of fun this week with Gurbanov, the madness in Turin, and Liverpool winning late, yet again. We chatted to Neil Atkinson of The Anfield Wrap.Ken tells us about where he was when Newcastle played the mighty Barcelona in 1997. We also chatted to the sports editor of The Nation, Dave Zirin, about the NFL coming to Ireland, to Cathal Dennehy in Tokyo about the world champs and there's lots more including Roman Brannecdotes, the latest revelations from the Barcelona/Bartomeu internet manipulation scandal, and Trent's Ballon d’Or campaign.
2025-09-1820 minSecond CaptainsLast Minute Liverpool, Amongst Geordies, NFL In Croker, Rome Derby, Baking SodaThe Champions League has been a lot of fun this week with Gurbanov, the madness in Turin, and Liverpool winning late, yet again. We chatted to Neil Atkinson of The Anfield Wrap.Ken tells us about where he was when Newcastle played the mighty Barcelona in 1997. We also chatted to the sports editor of The Nation, Dave Zirin, about the NFL coming to Ireland, to Cathal Dennehy in Tokyo about the world champs and there's lots more including Roman Brannecdotes, the latest revelations from the Barcelona/Bartomeu internet manipulation scandal, and Trent's Ballon d’Or campaign.
2025-09-1820 minFascinators!Skywriting with Leaded GasolineEvan goes down the rabbit hole into the history of skywriting and some of history's most daring stunt pilots while Ken spins tires and tales of the automobile and the deadliest person to ever live.
2025-08-2745 minFascinators!Werner Herzog Circles BackThis episode is jam packed with stories of history repeating itself. Ken tells the story of the time Werner Hezog tried to move a boat up a mountain while Evan digs into the cultish linguistics of corporate speak.
2025-08-1357 minFascinators!Traffic Jams and Polish ClamsAfter an accidental summer break, Ken and Evan Atkinson are back with the answers to more burning questions that you never thought to ask. Evan sets out to understand if Google Maps is actually making your drive longer while Ken looks to the animal kingdom to improve some human technology. Hangout and learn a thing or two on an all-new Fascinators!
2025-07-3053 minFascinators!Eat Your Veggies And Win A TonyDid you know that if you release a musical on broadway at all, you have a 40% chance to be nominated for Best Musical at the Tonys? Did you know that turkey, the food, is named after Turkey the country? Well buckle up, because you're about to learn a whole lot more than that on this week's Fascinators!
2025-06-0443 minFascinators!Jocko Flocko's Prison BreakThis week on Fasncinators: Evan tells us the story of the rise and fall of the fastest monkey on four wheels, Jocko Flocko. Ken, meanwhile, tries to break out of jail with an armful of nectarines and a helicopter. Take a listen and learn something new!
2025-05-1444 minFascinators!How to Stop Choking and Start Cheating (At Baseball)It's episode 50! Evan and Ken have brought you 100 fascinating stories over the past two years and this week is no different. Ken uncovers the dark story of the inventor of the Heimlich maneuver and how it relates to Tigger's voice actor while Evan takes America's pass-time to task as he examines flagrant examples of cheating and adventurous groundskeeping. Thank you for listening along to 50 episodes of Fascinators!
2025-04-1041 minFascinators!Chappell Roan's Flesh Eating SquirrelsDo you want the good news or the bad news first? The good news is you can now buy Taylor Swift's new album in 8 different colors of vinyl. The bad news? Squirrels have acquired a taste for meat. Find out what that means for you on this week's Fascinators!
2025-03-2655 minFascinators!Johnny Cash is the Name and Bird Murder is my GameHave you ever seen someone that really looked like a Tim? Or maybe a Samantha? Turns out, you might actually have a good chance at guessing right! This week on Fascinators, Ken takes us on a wild ride through music history to find out why Johnny Cash almost single handedly caused the extinction of the world's biggest flying bird. Evan meanwhile discusses the theory of nominative determinism and how you can guess anyone's name.
2025-03-0554 minFascinators!Hidden Messages in Popular MascotsWhat size paper could cover the Earth? What is the dark origin story behind the Los Angeles Dodgers' name? Find out the answer to these questions and so many more on Fascinators!
2025-02-0553 minFascinators!Are Child Actors Really Happy?Are you happy? We at Fascinators sure hope you are, but how does one measure how happy they truly are? Evan has some ideas. Also in this episode, Ken takes us through the history of royalties and discovers how much the cast of Friends is really making from your fifth rewatch.
2025-01-2254 minFascinators!The Ig-Nobel Dinner GuestGet ready for a real heater y'all. Evan explores the bizarre and fascinating world of the Ig Nobel prizes, answering questions you never thought to ask. Which way does hair grow in the southern hemisphere? Can plants see? Do people grow beards to protect from punches? Meanwhile Ken is digging up some centuries old tea on Charles Dickens and his most famous obsessive fanboy.
2025-01-0848 minFascinators!How to Game the OscarsThe boys are back with a holiday treat, their longest episode yet! Ken walks us through the ups and downs of the board game industry while Evan pulls back the curtain on everything you need to do to win an Oscar.
2024-12-291h 09Fascinators!Little Cats and Cardiff GiantsThe boys are back with a pair of fascinating stories! Evan takes us through the wild true story of one of the most prolific hoaxes in American history while Ken answers the age old question: why are domestic cats smaller than domestic dogs while wild cats are much larger than wild dogs?
Find out on Fascinators!
2024-11-2054 minFascinators!Faking News and Building ZoosBreaking news alert: Over 170 cocaine hippos are running rampant in Columbia! Find out the truth behind that news bulletin and learn about the 1992 BBC program that set out to find evidence of paranormal activity and ended up creating a few ghosts of its own on this week's Fascinators!
2024-10-2354 minFascinators!Snoopy Versus Count ZeppelinWhere did all of the airships go? What does the founder of Benihana have to do with the history of balloons? Why did Charlie Brown never get to kick that football? Join Evan and Ken to find out the answers to most of those questions and some more you didn't know you had!
2024-10-0247 minFascinators!The War on PinballIt's episode 40! Ken tells us the historical reason why Cinco De Mayo is really a cautionary tale about pastry theft. Evan takes us through the history of the most degenerate of gambling vices, pinball. Find out more on this week's Fascinators!
2024-09-0452 minFascinators!Only Scrubs Shake Vending MachinesHave you ever thought about when the first vending machine was created? Would you have guessed it was in the first century AD? When's the last time you thought about Full House actor Dave Coulier and his surprisingly long lasting impact on pop music?
Tune in to find out the stories behind these and more fascinating questions!
2024-08-2148 minFascinators!A Collect Call From The CIAMake sure to check your smart phone for bugs. This week the Atkinson boys are talking about telecommunications and CIA operations. Ken tells us all about the telephone and how the fax machine is way older than you'd think. Evan dug into the CIA's archives to find stories about acoustic kitties and Filipino vampires, oh my!
2024-08-0750 minFascinators!The Ups and Downs of Treasure HuntingThe Atkinson Boys are back from a brief hiatus to bring you a handful of fascinating stories. Evan talks about why you probably shouldn't get into treasure hunting if you want to live a happy life and Ken uncovers the dark history of a company whose products are probably in your medicine cabinet right now. Take a listen!
2024-07-2443 minFascinators!Godzilla (A)TaxCalling in once more from their separate studios, Evan and Ken are here with a fresh batch of fascinating stories for us. Ken shares the second half of his two-parter on Death and Taxes, while Evan weaves a story about why Kim Jong Il is one of history's biggest Godzilla fans. You don't want to miss this!
2024-06-1953 minFascinators!Fake Names and Real DeathsThe Atkinson boys are live on camera for a very special episode! Evan kicks us off with a deep dive into the world of pseudonyms while Ken begins part one of a two parter on Death and Taxes. Who really wrote the Nancy Drew books and how did Bruce Lee truly die? Find out on this week's Fascinators!
2024-06-0740 minFascinators!Boneless Gummy Worms and Headless RobotsIt's a fascinating episode this week! Ken is talking about why Pizza Hut was once the largest kale purchaser in the world and why Gatorade is illegal outside the US. Evan is fresh from a visit to The Portal between NYC and Dublin and is here to report that in America, we just can't have nice things. If ET would have landed in Philly, he would have been killed with hammers, we can tell you that much.
2024-05-2241 minFascinators!Rap Beef is Tough to DigestIf you've been anywhere on social media over the past month, you'll know that Drake and Kendrick Lamar aren't too happy with one another. Did you know that their feud has its roots in 5th century Norway? Evan charts the history of the rap beef while Ken takes an altogether gnarly trip through the mysteries (and horrors) of digestion. It's alimentary my dear Watson.
2024-05-0844 minFascinators!From First Street to Last AvenueIn the midst of a move, Evan explains the oddities of street names and lays down a challenge for any daring listeners. Ken shares stories of some truly bizarre firsts and lasts throughout history. The boys are back in town!
2024-04-2445 minFascinators!The Birth of Jack Black and the End of a MarathonThe late 60's, what a time. Woodstock was happening, we landed on the moon, two fake rock bands toured the country and an elderly Japanese olympian finished a marathon he started 54 years earlier. Join the Atkinson boys on an exploration of some wild stories from a wild era.
2024-03-2737 minFascinators!Curious Terrence and the Sacred PentagonThe Atkinson boys are serving up two wildly different and equally bizarre stories this week. Ken discusses the globetrotting history behind the making of a beloved children's story and some of the dark theories about its secret meaning. Evan takes us through the unbelievably strange second career of actor Terrence Howard and his quest to create a geometrically perfect drone hive-mind. It's episode 30 y'all!
2024-03-1345 minFascinators!It's Illegal to be Named Captain America in New ZealandBack from a one week hiatus, our boys brought some fresh fascinating facts! Ken walks us through why all the puppies in France have names like Victor and Veronica and Evan takes us through the wild business blunders and bets that led to the birth of the MCU.
2024-02-2847 minFascinators!Talking About the Elephant in the MoonThis week the Atkinson boys are talking about stories of hope and tragedy. Ken delivers news about the recent space race that you might have missed and Evan tells us the tragic story of Jumbo the elephant and why he might be the original Statue of Liberty. Take a listen now!
2024-02-0753 minFascinators!I Sure Hope That Sauna Is InsuredThe boys are laying low this week and making sure everything is in order. Evan is back from a lovely day at the spa and decided to take a trip down the rabbit hole of Finnish Sauna Culture. Meanwhile, Ken has been looking into taking out a policy for his biceps and the history of insurance.
2024-01-2446 minFascinators!Starting a Sex Cult Out of SpiteHas someone ever told you you couldn't do something, so you went above and beyond to do it? Did you ever wonder what the free love movement and the worlds largest silverware company have in common? If you answered yes to either of those questions then boy do we have an episode for you.
2024-01-1032 minFascinators!What Not to Wear to the North PoleIt's officially been a full year of Fascinators! Evan and Ken are celebrating with two tales of frightening fashion and a battle for the discovery of the North Pole. Put on your thinking caps and tune in to an all-timer!
2023-12-2756 minFascinators!The Quesarito Bowl, Sponsored by Government CheeseIt's college bowl season and that can only mean one thing, ludicrous sponsorships! Evan and Ken are back to talk about advertising, owning a stadium, and the reason why the government is storing 1.4 billion pounds of cheese under Missouri.
2023-12-1343 minFascinators!This Library is Brought to You by the Letter TCan you imagine a library without alphabetical order? Do you know which Beatles song almost got shot into space? Who do you think owns the most land in the world (hint, in third place is a woman named Gina)? Find the answers to all of those questions and more on this episode of Fascinators!
2023-11-2936 minFascinators!EPCOT: Experimental Prototype Community of TreesTrees, HOA's, and Walt Disney; three things that are deceptively wild. Find out about some beef between neighbors in New Jersey, an indestructible plastic home, and why Disney really moved to Florida on this week's episode!
2023-11-1543 minFascinators!An Encore for Bob RossThe boys are literally back in town on this one. Evan and Ken return to the studio where it all started for another in-person recording. This time, Evan talks about some record setting concerts and the history of the encore and Ken tells us some tales of unfortunate painters in the late 1800s. Lend them your ear wont you? (No, not you Van Gogh!)
2023-11-0234 minFascinators!From Dracula to DominoesBoo! It's officially Spooky Season and the Atkinson boys are talking about the fascinating stories behind some classic Halloween staples. Ken talks about the true story of Dracula and why a gargoyle might not actually be a gargoyle while Evan talks about the most frightening place of all, Chuck E. Cheese!
2023-10-1830 minFascinators!The Con Man-on-the-StreetIf you like this podcast, we've got a bridge to sell you. This week we're learning about some of history's greatest grifters and a man who was quoted so many times, the AP had to issue a memo to tell their reporters to avoid him. Find out why we might need to worry about the owner of the world's first iPhone and how you might be able to own the Statue of Liberty.
2023-10-0429 minFascinators!Cheating Death and TaxesThis week on Fascinators we're talking about endless business deals and unkillable people. Find out why the New York Mets begrudgingly celebrate Bobby Bonilla day and how the inventor of the saxophone almost died a dozen times before the age of 10. It's Fascinating Stuff!
2023-09-2132 minFascinators!The Colorful World of Rascal BirdsI hope you're sitting down for this one. Evan takes us on a tour of the color wheel while Ken tells us why birds really are rascals. See if you can spot the Dick Cheney jump scare!
2023-09-0634 minFascinators!The Orbs are Headed for BostonWhat do the Foo Fighters, Whoopi Goldberg, a virtual dog, and a bunch of scary orbs all have in common? They're all talked about in this episode! Learn about some of the best multi-instrumentalists of all time, a bunch of silicon valley failures, and a digression about EGOT winners from Evan and Ken on this episode of Fascinators!
2023-08-2332 minFascinators!History is Written by Victors, and ShakespearesThat Shakespeare fella sure was creative. Find out why Paul Revere shouldn't be too revered and how you probably quote The Bard daily.
2023-08-0934 minFascinators!A Five Cent Can of Psychological ManipulationDo you like the refreshing taste of Coca-Cola? Do you like free will? At the average American grocery store, you're only going to be able to find one. Join father and son duo, Evan and Ken Atkinson as they journey through time and the depths of their minds in search of the answer.
2023-07-2646 minFascinators!It's a Wonderful Life for Tom BombadilThere's a lot of guilt in giving up on a book. Sure you can stop a movie or a show early, but there's something different about a book. On this episode, Evan tries to make himself feel better about giving up on reading Lord of the Rings and Ken talks about why the government investigated a Christmas Classic and why you might have to pay some money if you mention the Big Game by name.
2023-07-0538 minFascinators!How to Eat a Murder of CrowsIt fills us with such pride when people say that they've herd our podcast and this episode is ahead of the pack. Tune in to learn about all of the different odd and specific names that people have used to describe groups of animals and go on a journey to the furthest reaches of the globe and beyond to discover the wild history of the Explorers Club. We don't think this episode will make you hungry, but if it does, grab a bowl of poached muskrat meat and settle in for a wild ride.
2023-06-2833 minFascinators!That Sounds Illegal!The Atkinson Boys are back with another episode all about iconic sounds and silly laws. Find out the origin of the loudest sound ever made and why Winnie the Poo is banned in both Poland and China. Coincidentally, this podcast might also be banned in China, listen to find out why!
2023-06-2039 minFascinators!In Life, One Sometimes Makes Bad Arms DealsYou might want to throw some salt over your shoulder because today, Ken is bringing us three stories of wild coincidence and some truly terrible luck. You also might want to take a second look at your choice of glassware because Evan is uncovering some shocking connections between the world of home goods and military hardware. It's a wild 10th episode of Fascinators!
2023-05-0733 minFascinators!Shoe Brothers 2 FuriousIn honor of national siblings day, Ken tells us about a pair of brothers who loved shoes and hated each other. In honor of watching too many film franchises, Evan dives into sequels, prequels and the many other types of "quels". Welcome to Fascinators season two!
2023-04-1842 minFascinators!Six Degrees of CleopatraKen takes us on a journey from Socrates to Cleopatra through through 500 years of shared connections while Evan tells the story of the Guinness world record so dangerous, they pulled it from publication. Find out what Nintendo has to do with Jack the Ripper, which Guinness World Record holder Evan has scratched behind the ear and more in this episode!
2023-04-1044 minFascinators!Doing Virtual Chores in Fictional CountriesDo you ever get a little nervous that your Sims character is accomplishing more chores than you are? Has your Wakandan Passport been declined at customs? Evan and Ken dive into why we're choosing to spend our free-time virtually power-washing and why some countries may not be as official as you think.
2023-03-1940 minFascinators!I'm a Robot Wars Sun, but a Battlebots RisingThe boys are getting spiritual this week, getting in tune with the science of astrology and coming to peace with the history of Battlebots. Find out how hard a 70 lb block of titanium hits at 250 mph and why you probably know a virgo by listening.
2023-03-1444 minFascinators!C.R.E.A.M (Cash is Really Evident Around Me)Do you ever get the feeling that you're seeing the same thing everywhere you look? Do you hate cold pizza? Have you ever microwaved a dollar bill? How often should you really wash your jeans? Evan and Ken have the answers to at least three of those questions in this episode of Fascinators.
2023-03-0144 minFascinators!There Were Dragons in Ireland Before PotatoesThe Atkinson boys are taking a tour of the globe this week! Ken pulls the curtain back on some classic cuisines that might be a lot newer than you thought, while Evan tries to figure out why every civilization came up with their own version of a dragon.
2023-02-1436 minFascinators!Olympic Level MixologyDid you know Break Dancing is going to be a 2024 Olympic Sport? Did you know Cocktails have almost too much to do with horse racing? Find out the reasons why and the answers to so many more questions on this oddly sports themed episode of Fascinators!
2023-01-2044 minFascinators!Playing Cards with Kublai KhanWelcome back to Fascinators! This week, Evan dives into the surprisingly murky history behind one of the world's most common games and Ken discovers why Genghis Khan's grandson might be the reason for the Renaissance. Tune in to find out the answers to the questions you never thought to ask and have some fun along the way.
2023-01-1039 min
Fascinators!James Cameron Presents: Santa Clause in New YorkWelcome to the first episode of Fascinators, a show about the wonderful, weird and sometimes puzzling things that fascinate us. On our debut episode, our hosts Evan and Ken Atkinson debate if Avatar 2 director James Cameron is really all he's cracked up to be and reveal the shocking reason why all of Santa Claus's different nicknames are inextricably tied to the Big Apple.
If you have a fascinating story or idea, shoot us an email at fascinatorspod@gmail.com.
2022-12-2842 min
hectordeltoroPodcast No. 12.Tracklist:
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Burns Lies (Otto Knows remix)
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AN21, Max Vangeli, Steve Angello vs Gotye H8RS That I Used To Know
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Sultan Ned Shepard vs. Thomas Sagstad feat. Dirty Vegas Somebody to Love (Original Mix)
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Deniz Koyu vs The Naked Famous Young Bong (Ken Loi Mashup)
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Silvia Starlight (Evan Baker & Atkinson 'Scandinavia' Bootleg)
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R3hab The Bottle Song (Dannic Remix)
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Delayers vs John Dahlback Embrace Me Moves Everything [FIRST STATE BASHUP]
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The Island Of Amarok (Drasen & Arol Mashup)
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Dyro feat. Amba Shepherd Sky High (Original Mix)
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Clockwork - Squad Up (MAKJ...
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