Deep Nonsense

Get ready to go real deep as we revisit the beloved 1989 classic, Honey, I Shrunk the Kids!
In this REEL DEEP episode, we swap science for story and dive into the nostalgia, characters, family themes, and incredible practical effects that made this film unforgettable.
Join us as we swap childhood memories, nerd out over Rick Moranis, marvel at Joe Johnston’s movie magic, and uncover why this family adventure still holds up decades la...

In this special bonus episode of Reel Deep, Bart and David are joined by their friend Matt to wax poetic—and sometimes furious—about the fading magic of the movie theater. From jaw-dropping IMAX experiences to popcorn crimes and unholy audience behavior, the trio dives into why theaters used to be temples, why they feel more like living rooms now, and what we'd do to bring that sacred space back. Also: the 10 Commandments of Movie ...

In this episode of Deep Nonsense, we tackle the science behind one of the most iconic movie ideas ever: bringing dinosaurs back to life using ancient insect DNA.

Is the Jurassic Park concept just movie magic, or are we actually getting close to resurrecting long-extinct species? With help from Google Gemini’s deep research tools, we dig into fossilized mosquitoes, the fragility of DNA over time, and the real-world breakthroughs in c...

In this Reel Deep episode of Deep Nonsense, we dig into RoboCop (1987)—not just the violence, but the legacy it left behind. From childhood trauma sparked by early jump scares to an obsession with practical effects and Paul Verhoeven’s masterclass in subtext, this one’s got it all.

We talk death and resurrection, dystopian capitalism, fascist undertones, and how RoboCop turned one kid’s brain into a filmmaker’s origin story.

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In this Reel Deep episode of Deep Nonsense, we’re revisiting Ghostbusters (1984)—not just to celebrate the proton packs, puppets, and paranormal chaos, but to unpack the jump scare that rewired a young filmmaker’s brain forever.

We dive into how Ghostbusters blended comedy and horror, how its practical effects still outshine today’s CGI, and why Slimer and the Stay Puft Marshmallow Man continue to haunt pop culture. From childhood f...

🎬 Welcome to Reel Deep, a companion series from the creators of Deep Nonsense, where we set the science aside and dive straight into the movies themselves. No facts. No physics. Just film.

In this episode, we unwrap the 1971 classic Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory—a movie that’s as whimsical as it is deeply weird. We talk candy-coated trauma, chaotic factory tours, unfit parents, and why Wonka might be more villain than vis...

Can you really learn kung fu in seconds, just by uploading it to your brain? The Matrix made it look easy — but how close are we to making that real?

In this episode of Deep Nonsense, we jack into the science behind brain-computer interfaces, memory encoding, and neuroplasticity. With Google Gemini’s deep research, we explore:

• How the brain stores complex skills like martial arts

• Whether memories and muscle memory can be artificia...

Ever wondered if we could really shrink down to ant-size like in Honey, I Shrunk the Kids or Ant-Man? In this episode, we journey from Hollywood labs to real-world physics, unpacking the challenges of scaling down mass, energy requirements, and molecular stability. With Google Gemini’s deep research tools, we examine nanotechnology breakthroughs, quantum mechanics theories, and the wild engineering feats needed to make shrinking a ...

What if law enforcement had a titanium backbone and computer-brain? In this episode, we explore the cutting-edge of robotics, AI, and biomedical engineering to see how close we are to creating a real-life Robocop. With Google Gemini’s deep research at our side, we investigate prosthetic advancements, neural interface technology, and the ethical implications of merging man and machine. Join us as we dissect the blueprint for the ult...

Slimer’s no match for real-world physics—but could we really trap a ghost like in Ghostbusters? In this episode, we dive into the paranormal toolkit: from electromagnetic field detectors to psychic containment theories. Leveraging Google Gemini’s deep research capabilities, we examine modern ghost-hunting tech, and the scientific hurdles of corralling an entity you can’t see or touch. Tune in as we separate fact from fiction—and ma...