Best Mason Peck Podcasts (2024)

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THE FAIK FILES | Chapter 3: The Mindset and Tools of a Digital Manipulator 30:41

22d ago30:41

30:41

This is Part Three of a ten-part miniseries exploring Perry Carpenter's latest book, FAIK: A Practical Guide to Living in a World of Deepfakes, Disinformation, and AI-Generated Deceptions. Each episode kicks off with a dramatized reading of the "Whispers from the Static" vignette that opens the chapter, followed by an in-depth conversation with Per…

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THE FAIK FILES | Chapter 2: New Frontiers of Deception: AI and Synthetic Media 28:42

1M ago28:42

28:42

This is Part Two of a ten-part miniseries exploring Perry Carpenter's latest book, FAIK: A Practical Guide to Living in a World of Deepfakes, Disinformation, and AI-Generated Deceptions. Each episode kicks off with a dramatized reading of the "Whispers from the Static" vignette that opens the chapter, followed by an in-depth conversation with Perry…

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THE FAIK FILES | Chapter 1: The Eternal Battle for the Mind 31:09

30d ago31:09

31:09

This is Part One of a ten-part miniseries exploring Perry Carpenter's latest book, FAIK: A Practical Guide to Living in a World of Deepfakes, Disinformation, and AI-Generated Deceptions. Each episode kicks off with a dramatized reading of the "Whispers from the Static" vignette that opens the chapter, followed by an in-depth conversation with Perry…

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UPDATE: Perry Made Something Cool... 1:56

4M ago1:56

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B&N Preorder Link: https://faik.to/GetFAIKed Amazon Preorder Link: https://amzn.to/3Lg55kZ Barnes & Noble is offering 25% off of pre-order books until July 17th if you join their free rewards program. Perry's new book FAIK: A Practical Guide to Living in a World of Deepfakes, Disinformation, and AI-Generated Deceptions comes out October 1st of this…

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Dr. Andrew Peck | Unplugged 44:11

6M ago44:11

44:11

Unplugged episodes are where we ditch all the fancy production and story elements and bring you the raw (or slightly edited) interviews with folklore experts. On today’s episode, Mason & Perry got to speak with Andrew Peck. This was a very special interview for us because it ties all the way back to the ending lines of season 1 episode 1. If it’s b…

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Sibley 300 22:20

6M ago22:20

22:20

This is the second of two special episodes of Spaceflight Mechanics to feature time travel. Having acquired near-immortality, Elaine and Mason discuss their experiences from their perspective in the year 2174 and reflect upon how space technology has changed since they launched the podcast 150 years ago.…

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Sibley 0 33:30

7M ago33:30

33:30

This special episode of Spaceflight Mechanics features time travel. In recognition of the sesquicentennial of mechanical engineering at Cornell, we go back 150 years to the origins of the University and speak to one of its Founders, Andrew Dickson White. We get his take on the origins of mechanical and aerospace engineering and ask him to speculate…

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The Zeroth Law of Deploying Structures 45:45

7M ago45:45

45:45

Mason and Elaine talk with Manan Arya, Assistant Professor at Stanford University. They discuss very smart structural strategies, why we want to fold and unfold things in space, and "other things we know how to do as a species."By Mason Peck and Elaine Petro

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Plasma and Plausibility 40:11

8M ago40:11

40:11

Elaine and Mason discuss plasmas, propulsion, and small spacecraft with Kristina Lemmer from Western Michigan University.By Mason Peck and Elaine Petro

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Mountainboarding on the Moon 52:53

8M ago52:53

52:53

Mason and Elaine talk with Professor Fabien Royer about new ways to build spacecraft, new concepts for space structures, grandparents, and mountainboarding.By Mason Peck and Elaine Petro

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After the Episode | S2E10 (No-clipping Reality) 51:22

8M ago51:22

51:22

Perry & Mason catch up after the production of Season Two! Alas, Perry's audio track suffered some stuttering - but the gang reconvenes to debrief after a chaotic and wonderful adventure. Things we mentioned: How chaotically this episode came together, and we hint vaguely about a bunch of really cool stuff we almost did - and will be doing in the f…

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No-Clipping Reality (Liminal Spaces & Possibility) 44:04

8M ago44:04

44:04

No-Clipping Reality (Liminal Spaces & Possibility) Out of the frying pan, and into the... backrooms, I guess? Welcome to the final episode of Digital Folklore's second season! We hope you've enjoyed the ride so far. Perry and Mason wander through endless, yellow, dank, decrepit hallways. Will they find Digby? Will Todd find them? What's going on? W…

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Varda Manufactured the Stars 34:46

9M ago34:46

34:46

In this second episode about Varda Space Industries' in-space manufacturing technology, Mason and Elaine speak with Wendy Shimata, Varda's Vice President for Autonomy. It was only a few days ago, on February 21 2024, that Varda's W-1 capsule successfully landed in the Utah desert. Wendy served as the Mission Director for the deorbit and reentry shi…

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Risks and Rewards of In-Space Manufacturing at Varda: The Percentage of Wood-Roof Houses in Idaho 55:55

9M ago55:55

55:55

This is the first of two episodes in which Mason and Elaine speak with the leadership of Varda Space Industries about technologies for manufacturing in space. In this episode, Will Bruey, Varda’s CEO, explains why and how their first technology-demonstration mission, Winnebago, will produce ritonavir with unprecedented purity.…

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After the Episode | S2E9 (Unwrapping our Presence) 35:03

9M ago35:03

35:03

Perry & Mason catch up after the production of the last episode! Things we mentioned: Perry & Mason discuss their most/least favorite emoji, their favorite contemporary legends, and their own embarrassing browser histories! Todd is real, and cursed Mason's editing computer. Mason reveals that he owns PregnantSonic.com, which points to the patreon p…

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Unwrapping Our Presence (Folklorist Favorites) 47:07

9M ago47:07

47:07

Unwrapping Our Presence (Folklorist Favorites) Trapped by local small business owner, Todd, the gang attempts a daring escape. However, the fabric of this reality seems to be unraveling around them. Will they escape? Is this how they ended up driving off a cliff? Is Digby going to set off on his own, or stick with the crew? Tune in for all the answ…

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Taking the Heat 51:44

10M ago51:44

51:44

Sadaf Sobhani, assistant professor in mechanical and aerospace engineering, helps Mason and Elaine warm to the possibility that 3D printing may change how spacecraft keep cool.By Mason Peck and Elaine Petro

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Dr. Ian Brodie | Unplugged 51:04

9M ago51:04

51:04

Unplugged episodes are where we ditch all the fancy production and story elements and bring you the raw (or slightly edited) interviews with folklore experts. On today’s episode, Mason & Perry got to speak with Ian Brodie. Dr. Brodie leads us through a fascinating discussion about humor, absurdism, dad jokes, improv, and the human condition. Ok, le…

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After the Episode | S2E8 (The Death of Meaning) 40:48

10M ago40:48

40:48

Perry & Mason catch up after the production of the last episode. Things we mentioned: We are joined again by our interview editor and all around great guy, Matthew Bliss! Let's talk about Todd We forecast the upcoming 'Unplugged Episode' with Ian Brodie Mason says, "I'm gonna say absolutely nothing useful" and then shares something mildly interesti…

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The Wind from the Sun 44:34

10M ago44:34

44:34

It's not wind, but photons that blow solar-sail spacecraft across vast distances. Mason and Elaine talk with Ryan Caverly, Assistant Professor at the University of Minnesota, about his ideas regarding solar sails, tensegrity, and attitude control.By Mason Peck and Elaine Petro

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The Death of Meaning (Gen Z Humor, Absurdism, & Trust in Platforms) 51:51

10M ago51:51

51:51

The Death of Meaning (Gen Z Humor, Absurdism, & Trust in Platforms) The gang reconvenes! Perry & Mason venture once again into Todd's Pawn Shop, just in time for "Dada December" - but it would seem that the prices aren't the only unbelievable thing there... In This Episode: Two familiar voices! Why is Gen Z humor so absurd? Or... is it even that un…

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The Nuclear Option 56:58

10M ago56:58

56:58

Elaine and Mason talk to John Foster, Professor at The University of Michigan, about space nuclear propulsion and upcoming flight demonstrations.By Mason Peck and Elaine Petro

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Ben Radford | Unplugged 59:50

10M ago59:50

59:50

Welcome to Digital Folklore Unplugged! Unplugged episodes are where we ditch all the fancy production and story elements and bring you the raw (or slightly edited) interviews with folklore experts. On this episode, Perry & Mason sit down with Ben Radford to get the lowdown on creepy clowns, media literacy, the influence of folklore, and the psychol…

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A Special Holiday Message for You 8:38

10M ago8:38

8:38

Happy Holidays! Everyone here at Digital Folklore wants to extend their holiday well-wishes, as well as a special reading of a classic Christmas poem. Thank you, for everything. We wouldn't be here if it weren't for you! Happy holidays, happy new year, and to all a good night. 🗣 Join our Discord community 💁‍♀️ Support us on Patreon 🕸 Sign-up for ou…

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Space Adversary 45:43

11M ago45:43

45:43

Greg Falco, Assistant Professor at Cornell University, talks with Mason about security in space: hacking, cyber crime, and stealing spacecraft.By Mason Peck and Elaine Petro

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Digital Folklore: The Journey So Far 56:12

11M ago56:12

56:12

In this special catch-up episode, Digital Folklore podcast creators Perry Carpenter and Mason Amadeus have a candid chat about the show so far. They spill behind-the-scenes secrets about unexpected plot twists, their creative process for audio storytelling, and how they brought this modern folklore to life. You'll also learn some fun and interestin…

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Dr. Andrea Kitta | Unplugged 55:40

11M ago55:40

55:40

Welcome to Digital Folklore Unplugged! Unplugged episodes are where we ditch all the fancy production and story elements and bring you the raw (or slightly edited) interviews with folklore experts. In this interview Perry and Mason speak with Dr. Andrea Kitta. Dr. Kitta provides her thoughts on the importance of being able to view world events and …

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After the Episode | S2E7 (If Memory Serves) 39:12

11M ago39:12

39:12

Perry & Mason catch up after the production of the last episode. Things we mentioned: We formally introduce Matthew Bliss! Geeking out about audio stuff Perry and Mason remember being floored by receiving an email from Andrew Peck after the pilot episode We are in awe of Andrea Kitta Listener messages Episode editing by Matt Bliss of MBPod. If you …

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If Memory Serves (The Mandela Effect, Trust vs. Truth, & AI) 1:02:18

11M ago1:02:18

1:02:18

If Memory Serves (Mandela Effect, Folk Trust, & AI) We split the party! While Perry is searching for answers to all the inexplicable weird things happening lately, Mason is searching for Digby. Meanwhile, Digby is out to find his place in the world as an artificially-intelligent raccoon - and he just so happens to catch a ride with Andrew Peck. Per…

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We Untwinkle Stars 43:48

12M ago43:48

43:48

Elaine and Mason talk to Dmitry Savransky, Associate Professor at Cornell University, about space telescopes.By Mason Peck and Elaine Petro

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Dr. Kristina Downs | Unplugged 54:19

11M ago54:19

54:19

Welcome to Digital Folklore Unplugged! Unplugged episodes are where we ditch all the fancy production and story elements and bring you the raw (or slightly edited) interviews with folklore experts. On this episode, Perry got to speak with Dr. Kristina Downs. This was a fun one. We talk about conspiracies at the Dallas zoo, the power of memes and sa…

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After the Episode | S2E6 (Statistically Conscious) 32:43

12M ago32:43

32:43

Perry & Mason catch up after the production of the last episode. Things we mentioned: We start off way too formal for some reason... New AI gadgets. A notebook/pen combo and StarTrek like communicator pin. AI and the human condition. Mason hates doing sound design for footsteps. A bit of listener feedback We feel sad for Digby Hints at what and who…

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Statistically Conscious (Artificial Intelligence) 1:03:54

12M ago1:03:54

1:03:54

Statistically Conscious (Artificial Intelligence) After the procedure revealed that Digby's implant is essentially running an artificial intelligence, Digby falls into an existential crisis about whether or not he is actually a sapient being. Mason is worried because the podcast is falling behind on production, and Digby is not helping. He and Perr…

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Dr. Jeana Jorgensen | Unplugged 51:14

12M ago51:14

51:14

Welcome to Digital Folklore Unplugged! Unplugged episodes are where we ditch all the fancy production and story elements and bring you the raw (or slightly edited) interviews with folklore experts. On this episode, Perry & Mason sit down with Dr. Jeana Jorgensen. We touch on several key themes in this interview… everything from the multidisciplinar…

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After the Episode | S2E5 (Down the Raccoon Hole) 36:48

1y ago36:48

36:48

Perry & Mason catch up after the production of the last episode. Things we mentioned: Mason's continued travel adventures and mishaps Mick West's interview on Perry's other podcast, 8th Layer Insights. Mason talks about the movie in his head that forms the sound design for the opening scene Crazy stuff about creepy clowns Apparently attending the I…

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Down The Raccoon Hole (Deprogramming Conspiracies & Creepy Clown Lore) 1:07:01

12M ago1:07:01

1:07:01

Down the Raccoon Hole (Deprogramming Conspiracies & Creepy Clown Lore) Digby is fully lost in a conspiracy rabbit hole. Perry dreams of an earlier interview he did with Mick West about how people get wrapped-up in conspiracies which shakes loose the memory of an underground 'deprogramming' center. The gang trick Digby into a road trip to the deprog…

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Dr. Sara Cleto and Dr. Brittany Warman | Unplugged 1:02:17

1y ago1:02:17

1:02:17

Welcome to Digital Folklore Unplugged! Unplugged episodes are where we ditch all the fancy production and story elements and bring you the raw (or slightly edited) interviews with folklore experts. On this episode, Perry & Mason speak with Dr. Sara Cleto and Dr. Brittany Warman from the Carterhaugh School of Folklore & the Fantastic. You’ll hear ea…

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After the Episode | S2E4 (Think of the Children) 34:28

1y ago34:28

34:28

Perry & Mason catch up after the production of the last episode. Things we mentioned: Joel Best as a jack o'lantern, on Adam Ruins Everything. Elizabeth (Libby) Tucker We won 5 awards from the Signal Awards! Digital Void and Josh Chapdelaine The jorts revival we all feared. Ben Radford and the Squaring the Strange Podcast Episode editing by Matt Bl…

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Think of the Children (Halloween Sadism & Internet Challenges) 1:01:17

1y ago1:01:17

1:01:17

Think of the Children (Halloween Sadism & Internet Challenges) After MEMExpo, the crew reconvenes to find Digby in a state of absolute chaos. He has absorbed every conspiracy he could find, and linked it all back to a pipeline starting with tainted Halloween candy. In an effort to convince Digby that he is being ridiculous, Perry and Mason decide t…

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Dr. Lynne S. McNeill (Part 2) | Unplugged 58:50

1y ago58:50

58:50

Welcome to another installment of Digital Folklore Unplugged. Unplugged episodes are all about stripping away the fancy production elements so that we can give you access to raw (or slightly edited) interviews with folklore experts. This is part two of our interview with Dr. Lynne McNeill. If you’ve not yet listened to part 1, you can find it here……

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After the Episode | S2E3 (Defying Convention) 31:13

1y ago31:13

31:13

Perry & Mason catch up after the production of the last episode. Things We Mentioned: Digital Void & The Digital Void Podcast Dr. Kristina Downs's previous podcast, Crime Lore Our assistant editor Matthew Bliss's podcast, From My Home to Yours If you want to find the extra clips and BTS snippets, join our Discord server using the link below! 🗣 Join…

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Defying Convention (Memes, Conspiracy, & Communication) 55:45

1y ago55:45

55:45

Defying Convention (Memes, Conspiracy, & Communication) Despite their best efforts, the gang cannot stop the flow of time and MEMExpo is upon them. Perry and Mason venture into the convention looking for someone to essentially do their presentation for them. As it happens, they encounter Josh Chapdelaine of Digital Void for an insightful conversati…

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Dr. Lynne S. McNeill (Part 1) | Unplugged 1:00:32

1y ago1:00:32

1:00:32

Welcome to another installment of Digital Folklore Unplugged. Unplugged episodes are all about stripping away the fancy production elements so that we can give you access to raw (or slightly edited) interviews with folklore experts. Today's guest is Dr. Lynne McNeill. Lynne McNeill’s name is nearly synonymous with the study of Digital Folklore. Her…

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After the Episode | S2E2 (The Links Between Us) 28:54

1y ago28:54

28:54

A little catch-up after episode 2! THIS is the first thing Perry & Mason ever made together - an immersive heist in which Perry plays a helicopter pilot as Mason and the PodCube™ crew attempt to steal Mark Zuckerberg's baby teeth. And THIS is the episode of 8th Layer Insights that sketch was created for! Check out Perry's other podcast 8th Layer In…

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The Links Between Us (Algorithmic Identity, Goncharov, and Tumblr) 56:55

1y ago56:55

56:55

The Links Between Us (Algorithmic Identity, Goncharov, and Tumblr) With MEMExpo looming tomorrow, the Digital Folklore gang pulls an all-nighter trying to piece together a presentation. They speak with Dr. Cassandra Pfeifer about identity and online communities, as well as the effect of algorithmic content curation on our sense of identity. Then, t…

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Paul Prater | Unplugged 49:38

1y ago49:38

49:38

Welcome to Digital Folklore Unplugged! Unplugged episodes are where we ditch all the fancy production and story elements and bring you the raw (or slightly edited) interviews with folklore experts. On this episode, Perry & Mason sit down with Paul Prater. Paul is a multifaceted guy – a lawyer, a musician, a mentalist and bizarre entertainer, an aut…

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After The Episode | S2E1 (Mark My Wizard) 31:47

1y ago31:47

31:47

Perry & Mason talk shop about the process of making Digital Folklore Season 2 🗣 Join our Discord community 💁‍♀️ Support us on Patreon 🕸 Sign-up for our newsletter, check our our merch, and learn more about the show at digitalfolklore.fm. 📚 Check our book list for some great folklore-related books Find us on the socials: Twitter: @digiFolklorePod Fa…

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Mark My Wizard (Research, Inclusivity, & Collaboration) 48:42

1y ago48:42

48:42

Mark My Wizard (Research, Inclusivity, & Collaboration) The Folkswagen sails off a cliff. Perry can explain, but it's going to take a while. Perhaps... a whole season. It all starts when the crew decides to visit other creators who specialize in making media about folklore studies. First, they visit Mark Norman - who lives behind a grocery store, i…

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Chelsey Weber-Smith | Unplugged 58:43

1y ago58:43

58:43

Welcome to our 4th installment of Digital Folklore Unplugged. These unplugged episodes are all about stripping away the fancy production elements so that we can give you access to raw (or slightly edited) interviews with folklore experts. Today’s guest is Chelsey Weber-Smith. Chelsey is the creator and host of American Hysteria, a show that probes …

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Lessons Learned, Survey Results, & Season 2 | Perry & Mason 37:05

1+ y ago37:05

37:05

Sit down with Perry & Mason as they discuss the state of Digital Folklore! On today’s episode, our hosts pull back the curtain to talk candidly about season one of the podcast, the results of our survey, and the plans for season 2. We're always looking to hear from you, too! If you have ideas, topics you'd like to see covered, feedback, or anything…

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