Hyperfixed

Host Alex Goldman investigates a listener's claim that a Massachusetts hedge maze copied a famous English design.

In this Panic World episode, host Ryan Broderick and guest Chelsea Weber-Smith explore the disturbing rise of "Cute Cat AI" videos, a genre of…

Journalist David Sirota’s Logitech mouse suddenly failed, sparking a deeper investigation into the fragility of connected devices.

Host Alex Goldman investigates the mysterious author Carrie Asai, creator of the YA series *Samurai Girl*, after listener Allison seeks her out.

Host Alex Goldman interviews journalist Craig Silverman to investigate the network behind fake AI-generated obituaries.

Host Alex Goldman introduces "Hyperfixers," a new series featuring Martha Root, an anonymous hacker who dismantled a network of white supremacist dating sites.

Host Alex Goldman investigates why three Wetzel’s Pretzels locations cluster tightly at Brooklyn’s Atlantic Avenue station.

Host Alex Goldman investigates why three Wetzel’s Pretzels locations cluster within the Atlantic Avenue subway station in Brooklyn.

Naima Raza of Smart Girl Dumb Questions joins Hyperfixed to discuss her episode with Dr.

Host Alex Goldman investigates "fake obituaries" that exploit grief for ad revenue, revealing an AI-driven clickbait scheme.

Hosts Alex Goldman and Caroline Thompson review *Amityville 3D* on their podcast *Amityvilleville*, critiquing its 3D effects and plot involving journalists investigating the haunted house.

Host Alex Goldman investigates listener Matt’s belief that he saw an original animation version of the *Bob’s Burgers* episode "Brunch Squatch," which famously uses fan art.

Host Alex Goldman re-airs a favorite live episode where he helps Kenan restore his mother Megan’s lost 1980s songwriting tapes.

Host Alex shares a listener story about Mike Federico, who played "Grumpy Santa" for a travel website in the mid-2000s.

Host Alex Goldman reflects on Hyperfixed’s first year, sharing updates on past listener problems.

Host Alex Goldman investigates why listener Heath suffers from severe, persistent armpit stains despite rigorous cleaning.