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Hyperfixation Time
by Hyperfixation Time!
Welcome to Hyperfixation Time! The podcast where two lifelong best friends, Erin and Danny, take turns spiraling over a topic that is weird, wild, or way too niche… and the other one has no idea what that week's topic is going to be. So buckle up, embrace the spiral, and welcome to Hyperfixation Time!
Episodes
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Tarot Card Update - We Need Your Opinions!
Last week, Danny took us down a rabbit hole with Tarot and Oracle cards. While Erin was showing her Tarot deck, she pulled a few cards just to show the artwork on it, however, after review, we think those random cards were trying to tell us something! We have been reevaluating things with the pod...
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Hyperfixation – Tarot: What’s in the Cards?
Ep. 39 - Tarot cards: mystical fortune-telling tool, portal to the unknown… or a centuries-old card game that got a *very* interesting rebrand? This week, Danny deals us into the history of tarot. We’re talking about where the cards actually came from, how they became associated with divination,...
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Hyperfixation - Lizzie Borden Took an Axe... Or Did She?
Ep. 38 - Lizzie Borden took an axe… or did she? 🪓 This week, Erin takes Danny back to Fall River, Massachusetts in 1892 to dig into one of America’s most infamous unsolved murder cases. We’re going beyond the creepy nursery rhyme to look at who Lizzie Borden actually was, what happened inside…
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Hyperfixation - The Little Free Library Rabbit Hole
Ep . 37 - You’ve probably walked past a Little Free Library without thinking much about it. A tiny house, some books, take one, leave one. Simple, right? Apparently there is SO MUCH more to them. This week, Danny takes Erin through the history of Little Free Libraries, how they became a worldwide...
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Hyperfixation - Quicksand: Honestly, We Thought This Would Come Up More
Ep. 36 - Somewhere along the way, we were all convinced quicksand was going to be a legitimate problem in our adult lives. And yet… nothing.This week, Erin finally investigates the strangely dramatic world of quicksand. What actually is it? Where does it happen? Can it really swallow you whole?…
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Hyperfixation - Pokémon GO: 10 Years of Catching ’Em All
Ep. 35 - On this episode, Danny is taking us back to the summer of 2016, when parks were packed, PokéStops were sacred gathering places, and perfectly reasonable adults were wandering around outside trying to catch a digital Pidgey. With Pokémon GO recently celebrating its 10-year anniversary,...
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Hyperfixation - Fresh Starts: Why Your Brain Loves a Clean Slate
Ep. 34 - Why do we feel like a new year, a birthday, a move, or even a Monday gives us the chance to become a completely different person? This week on Hyperfixation Time, we're diving into the fascinating psychology behind fresh starts. We explore the Fresh Start Effect, why our brains love...
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Hyperfixation - Don't Hug Me, I'm Scared: Traumatizing a Generation
Ep. 33 - What do you get when you mix puppets, catchy songs, body horror, and an alarming amount of psychological trauma? Don't Hug Me, I'm Scared, of course. This week, Danny introduces Erin to one of YouTube's most iconic and unsettling web series. Together they unravel the strange world of Red...
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Hyperfixation - I Got a Text! Everything You Need to Know About Love Island UK
Episode 32. You've heard people shouting "I've got a text!" and debating Casa Amor like it's a major world event, but what exactly is Love Island UK? In this episode of Hyperfixation Time!, we're diving headfirst into the sun-soaked, chaos-filled world of Love Island UK. Whether you've never...
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Hyperfixation - Strange Roadside Attractions
Ep. 31 - This week on Hyperfixation Time, Danny takes us on a road trip through three roadside attractions that feel less like tourist destinations and more like someone’s beautifully unfiltered imagination escaped containment. From the sprawling industrial jungle gym of City Museum, to the...
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Hyperfixation - Wildlife Rehab 101: Before You Kidnap That Wild Baby Animal....
Ep. 30 - Spring means baby animals everywhere, but helping wildlife is a lot more complicated than most people think. In this episode of Hyperfixation Time, we break down what to do if you find baby birds, rabbits, squirrels, raccoons, possums, fawns, and more. We cover common myths, when to...
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Hyperfixation - The Dogs of Chernobyl: Not Alone and Maybe, Probably Not Mutants?!
Ep. 29 - They were only supposed to be gone for three days... It’s been decades. In this episode, Danny takes us into the wild, emotional, and occasionally bizarre story of the dogs of Chernobyl, from abandoned pets to fully adapted survivors. We’ll talk about how they’ve managed to live in the...
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Hyperfixation - The Science and Stories of Cadaver Dogs
Ep. 28 - Cadaver dogs might sound spooky at first, but there’s so much more than meets the nose. In this episode of Hyperfixation Time, Erin and Danny dig into the fascinating world of these highly trained pups. From the science behind their incredible sense of smell and the history of their...
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Hyperfixation - ASL: We’re Not Fluent, Just Curious (Respectfully!!)
Episode 27 - In this episode of Hyperfixation Time, Danny surprises Erin and brings in our friend Amy, who takes us on a deep dive into the rich, expressive world of American Sign Language (ASL). **Before we begin, we want to be clear: we are not Deaf or hard of hearing, and we’re not experts.…
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Hyperfixation - The Ben Platt Episode: You Will Be Found (Obsessed)
Episode 26: Ben Platt What does it take to become the voice of a generation — and then have everyone turn around and argue about it? This week, Erin's hyperfixation is Ben Platt: a kid who grew up performing, became a Broadway legend before 25, and made the world cry every single night as Evan...
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Hyperfixation - The Lunar New Year and the Chinese Zodiac: Wait, Can Roosters Swim?
Episode 25: The Lunar New Year and the Chinese Zodiac Per Danny's husband Dwight's request, we’re ringing in the Lunar New Year the Hyperfixation Time way. This week Danny looks into the traditions, myths, and how different countries celebrate the holiday. Think of this as your friendly deep dive...
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Hyperfixation - The Five Love Languages: Fact, Fiction, or Somewhere In Between?
Episode 24 - Are Love Languages a breakthrough, or just astrology for people in relationships? This week on Hyperfixation Time, we dig into what this wildly popular framework gets right, what it oversimplifies, and how it shows up in our real lives. From acts of service to words of affirmation…
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Hyperfixation - The Band AJR and the Art of Being Themselves
Episode 23 - This week, Danny takes us inside her favorite band, AJR. We dive into their history, their unmistakable sound, their ties to theater, and what makes them such ridiculously lovable human beings. From big feelings to bigger hooks, philanthropism to the importance of a trappers' hat…
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Hyperfixation - POTS: When Standing is a Sport ft. Dr. Katie
Episode 22: What if simply standing up felt like sprinting a mile? In this episode of our POTScast...(get it?), we have our first guest presenter! Erin invited her sister, Dr. Katie who is an expert in POTS (Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome) to unpack a condition that turns everyday...
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Hyperfixation - Yoga: Why it Means More Than You Think
Episode 21 - Yoga has traveled a long way. In this episode, Danny explores the roots of yoga, its spiritual foundations, and how it’s been reshaped in the modern world. We dive into breathwork, intention, accessibility, and the complicated space between tradition and commercialization, with...
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Hyperfixation - Pop Punk: The Loud, Messy, and Beautiful Era (2000s -2010s ish)
Episode 20 - Pop punk didn’t just soundtrack the 2000s, it rewired an entire generation. From Warped Tour parking lots to MySpace top eights, this era turned power chords, emotional chaos, and eyeliner into a cultural movement. Some of us may still be missing that era and continuing to try and...
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Hyperfixation - The New Seven Wonders: A Breakdown
Episode 19 - Welcome back to Hyperfixation Time - Episode 19! From ancient cities carved into stone to modern marvels that feel almost unreal, the New Seven Wonders of the World are proof that humans are pretty ambitious. Danny takes us on a whirlwind tour of these iconic landmarks and their...
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Hyperfixation - New Year, Old Monsters: Mythical Creatures That Haunt Fresh Beginnings
Episode 18 - New Year’s isn’t just glitter and countdowns. Around the world, it’s also a night for strange visitors, ancient omens, and creatures said to slip through the cracks of the calendar. In this episode, we dive into the mythical beings tied to New Year traditions, where they came from…
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Hyperfixation - Krampus: Christmas’ Dark Side
Episode 17 - Sorry all! Our video didn't work for this episode buttttttttt..... Not all holiday traditions are warm and fuzzy. Of course we had to do a spooky-yet-festive topic. In this episode, Danny teaches us about stepping into the dark folklore of Krampus, the horned figure who punishes...
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Hyperfixation - Binturong: The Popcorn-Smelling Bearcat
Episode 16 - This week on Hyperfixation Time, we’re climbing into the treetops to meet the binturong, also known as the bearcat (and no, it’s neither). From its prehensile tail and slow, arboreal lifestyle to the baffling reason it smells like buttered popcorn, we break down what makes this…
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Hyperfixation - Romanticizing Your Life: Become the Main Character
Episode 15 - This week on Hyperfixation Time, Danny deep-dives into the soft science and everyday magic of romanticizing your life. From finding beauty in the mundane to creating tiny rituals that make the world feel a little more cinematic, we explore why this mindset has taken over the...
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Hyperfixation - Moulin Rouge: Paris, the Can-Can, Scandal, & the Movie
Can you do the can-can?! This week on Hyperfixation Time, Erin whisks Danny back to Paris—straight into the glitter, chaos, and scandal of the Moulin Rouge. One of Erin’s all-time favorite films, Moulin Rouge! (2001) sent her into a full spiral on her recent trip to the real site. But how much of...
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Hyperfixation - Life in Whittier, Alaska
Episode 13 - This week, Danny hyperfixates on Whittier, Alaska — the tiny coastal town you can only reach through a one-lane tunnel that literally closes at night. Oh, and almost every resident lives together under one roof. Yes, really. (Erin’s even been there!) We dive into how Whittier ended…
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Hyperfixation - Knuckle Cracking: Myths and Facts
Episode 12 - Why do our knuckles crack? What’s that noise? And are we secretly destroying our hands every time we do it — or is that just something our elders told us to make us stop? In this episode, we dive deep into the surprisingly controversial world of joint cracking. We’re breaking down...
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Hyperfixation - Pitbulls: Misunderstood Dogs Explained
Episode 11 - Pit bulls have one of the most misunderstood reputations in the dog world — but how much of what we’ve heard is actually true? In this episode, we dig into the myths, media portrayals, and real science behind this loyal, loving breed. From history to temperament to rescue stories,...
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Hyperfixation - The Enneagram: 9 Personality Types Decoded
Episode 10 - This week on Hyperfixation Time, we’re diving headfirst into the world of the Enneagram - that mysterious nine-point system that claims to explain why we do what we do. You’ve probably seen people proudly declaring they’re a Type 2 or a “4 wing 3” like it’s their Hogwarts house… but...
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Hyperfixation - Extreme Haunted Attractions: Are You Brave Enough?
Episode 9 - Think haunted houses are scary? Think again. In this episode of Hyperfixation Time, we dive into the world of extreme haunts—the real-life horror experiences designed to break even the bravest souls. From the infamous McKamey Manor that pushes physical and psychological limits, to the...
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Hyperfixation - Sleep Paralysis & The Terrifying Hat Man
Episode 8 - Ever wake up unable to move — your mind awake but your body frozen — while something dark lurks at the edge of the room? This week on Hyperfixation Time, Erin dives into the strange world of sleep paralysis and its most infamous visitor: the Hat Man. We explore where science ends and...
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Hyperfixation - Ouija Boards: Summoning Spirits or Just Myth?
Episode 7 - Ever wondered how a wooden board and a plastic triangle became one of the most feared (and fascinating) tools in paranormal history? In this episode, Danny takes us down the spooky spiral of the Ouija Board — from its historical beginnings to the unnerving stories that have made it a...
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Hyperfixation - Whitewater, Wisconsin: The Town Called “Second Salem”
Episode 6 - Whitewater, Wisconsin might look like a quiet college town, but it hides a reputation far darker. Known as the “Second Salem,” Whitewater has long been surrounded by eerie legends of witchcraft, haunted cemeteries, and a tentacled-lake monster? In this episode, we explore the chilling...
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Hyperfixation - Wisconsin’s Most Haunted Places You Can Visit
Episode 5 - Happy October, listeners! Today, Danny takes us on a tour of Wisconsin’s haunted history. From the eerie whispers of Glenbeulah Cemetery and the abandoned Sheboygan Asylum to the ghostly halls of Milwaukee’s Pfister Hotel. We also stop by Madison’s Majestic Theatre and Stevens Point’s...
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Hyperfixation - Procrastination Explained: Why We Tend to Delay
Episode 4 - Some call it laziness. We call it bravery. Procrastinators unite… eventually...maybe tomorrow? For now, enjoy this hyperfixation on procrastination! Erin explains to Danny the science, if it's good or bad, or maybe can we blame it on genetics? I guess we'll see.... Follow us and let…
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Hyperfixation - Supersize Me: Morgan Spurlock’s Shocking Truth
Episode 3! We told you this show would be absolutely random week-to-week! This week, Danny brings us back to the early 2000s to discuss Morgan Spurlock as well as the documentary he directed and starred in, Supersize Me. We learn more about the background, details, societal impacts, and…
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Hyperfixation - Crows and Ravens: Dark Birds of Intelligence and Mystery
Episode 2 - It's Erin's turn this week! Today's hyperfixation is about the goth birds of the world, crows and ravens! Danny learns more about them as Erin talks about the difference between the two, where to find them, and why they get a bad rep. CA-CAWWWW! Follow us and let us know what you're...
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Welcome to Hyperfixation Time! Topic: MBTI Personality Test
It's our very first episode! Welcome to Hyperfixation Time. Hosts Danny and Erin have been best friends since the second day of kindergarten and both tend to hyperfixate on random subjects so they decided to do something about it. Today's episode is an introduction to them, the show, and then the...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Welcome to Hyperfixation Time! The podcast where two lifelong best friends, Erin and Danny, take turns spiraling over a topic that is weird, wild, or way too niche… and the other one has no idea what that week's topic is going to be. So buckle up, embrace the spiral, and welcome to Hyperfixation Time!
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