Electric Enthusiasm Podcast

26/03/2024

I can't believe it: 3 Body Problem is not only a great sci-fi show, it's even better than the books it's based on. Great characters, fantastic plot, awesome sci-fi concepts and lots of humor too.

The standout actor (for me) is Benedict Wong's portrayal of the cynical ex-cop but they all do a fantastic job. Watch it!!!

There's someone behind everything. You just have to dig.3 Body Problem premieres on Netflix March 21st, 2024.From multiple Emmy Award-winning creators David ...

27/10/2022

Is a parasite controlling your brain and your choices? Maybe!

In the newest episode our guest is Pikka Jokelainen talks about parasites and why they're actually fascinating and even beautiful in many ways.

Parasites are everywhere – in us and on us and on animals as well. And our guest Pikka Jokkelainen is very enthusiastic about them and even finds them beautiful. Learn all about these fascinating life forms and especially about Toxoplasma Gondii – a parasite you (or your cat) might very well hav...

21/08/2022

How amazing: Our episode on RRR is now up to 7,500 views on YouTube!!!

RRR (Rise, Roar and Revolt) is a brand-new Indian movie that has Katie VERY enthusiastic because of the insane action, the crazy high energy and the men’s fa...

18/08/2022

In this video, Katie breaks Alexander :D

17/08/2022

Season 3 of the podcast kicks off in EPIC style!

RRR (Rise, Roar and Revolt) is a brand-new Indian movie that has Katie VERY enthusiastic because of the insane action and the crazy high energy.

You can see RRR on Netflix right now and in this episode you can learn why it's best to watch it on a big screen surrounded by British people.

Find the episode on any podcast platform or at https://electricenthusiasm.com/rrr/

07/07/2022

An album with no songs and no lyrics except for a yelling caveman and some humming drunk people? How the hell did that become a huge international hit?

Hear the amazing story behind one of the weirdest albums in rock history and its creator Mike Oldfield.

Find it on any podcast platform or right here: https://electricenthusiasm.com/tubular-bells/

22/06/2022

Why do giraffes drink p*e? What terrifying shape does a duck's p***s have? Why are anglerfish males the ultimate clingy boyfriends.

Most species have s*x but some have found VERY innovative, funny, strange or just downright bizarre ways of doing it and for some reason, Katie knows a LOT about this weird world. So does Jo, an animal keeper and trainer and our first ever repeat guest.

Listen to the full episode on any podcast platform or at
https://electricenthusiasm.com/animal-mating-habits/

12/05/2022

Who did this to Katie? You'll just have to listen to our latest episode to find out :)

Find it here: https://electricenthusiasm.com/lise-norgaard/

04/05/2022

Your amazing podcast host Katie Cobalt KILLED IT in the solo jazz competition at this year's Savoy Cup. Also check out her enthusiasm for the band when she's not dancing!!!

The Open Jazz Roots/Charleston winners: 1st place - Areski Stichweh 2nd place - Carla Ponce 3rd place - Ailsa CroySavoy Cup - it's one of the coolest swing d...

24/03/2022

In our latest episode Alex makes Katie listen to some Tom Waits songs and then challenges her to describe his voice. Her answer is HILARIOUS 😂😂😂 And also SPOT ON 🎯🎯🎯

Listen to the full episode to learn just how weird and awesome Tom Waits is: https://electricenthusiasm.com/tom-waits/

22/03/2022

OUR 25th EPISODE IS OUT!!!! We can't believe it!!!

Meet Tom Waits, the singer and actor... and one of the weirdest people in showbiz.

“Is Tom Waits for real?” That is the question that pops up when you google him and in this episode we try to figure that out. But first Alex gushes over the weirdest man in showbiz and tries hard to get Katie to appreciate his music, his acting, his life and his voice. That last …

23/02/2022

This weightlifter misses his lift... and then does the most awesome and goofiest dance. In fact, he's known for it

Listen to our most recent episode to find out what he's doing on and to hear more about the drama and poetry of weightlifting. Link in comments.

Kiribati weightlifter David Katoatau dances after every lift at the Rio 2016 men's 105kg event.Subscribe to the Olympics & hit the bell! 🔔 http://oly.ch/Sub...

15/02/2022

Gong hei fat choy or 恭喜发财! It's Chinese New Year and Katie explains some of the great traditions around it, including what to eat, what to wear, who to give money to and why you should NOT get a haircut. There is a quiz and I fail miserably :)

In the Moment Of Meta we talk about how to be hopeful and enthusiastic about the future.

Gong hei fat choy! Or 恭喜发财 if you prefer. It’s Chinese New Year and we dive into all of the great traditions around it, including what to eat, what to wear, who to give money to and why you should NOT get a haircut. With guest enthusiast Sarah Chua. In the Moment Of Meta we …

31/01/2022

WE'RE BACK, BABY! After a New Year's break, we kick off season 2 of the podcast by talking about Alex's all-time favorite series of novels, written by an awesome sci-fi grandma.

Then Katie gets a little too excited about Disney's Encanto :D
https://electricenthusiasm.com/the-vorkosigan-saga/

In this episode Alex talks about his absolute favorite sci-fi book series, The Vorkosigan Saga by American writer Lois McMaster Bujold. This series is thrilling and creative but so is a lot of other science fiction. What really sets it apart is how progressive and ultimately hopeful Bujold’s books...

23/12/2021

WARNING: Our newest episode will make you hungry :)

Food is amazing and Christmas is amazing – so it just makes sense that Christmas food is all kinds of amazing! In this episode Alex and Katie team up to talk about their favorite seasonal dishes plus also weird Christmas foods from all over the world. BTWs include traditions, commensality and Slov...

17/12/2021

Everyone who knows swing knows Duke Ellington. But did you know that many of the Duke’s most famous songs were actually written by a gay black musical genius called Billy Strayhorn?

In this episode Katie Cobalt celebrates the life and music of Strayhorn who received little recognition (or even money) for his work but who still lead a “lush life.”

This episode has already made two people cry :)

Find the episode on all the podcast platforms or right here: https://electricenthusiasm.com/billy-strayhorn/

Everyone who knows jazz knows Duke Ellington. But did you know that many of the Duke’s most famous songs were actually written by a gay black musical prodigy called Billy Strayhorn? In this episode Katie celebrates the life and music of Strayhorn who received little recognition (or even money) for...

10/12/2021

New episode!!! Alex presents his favorite poet and pirate. Also: Why Danish is the worst language :) https://electricenthusiasm.com/piet-hein/

Piet Hein was a Danish philosopher, mathematician, designer, poet and all-round smart cookie who did amazing work in both science and arts. Be warned: This episode has POETRY!!! BTWs include Piet Hein (the awesome pirate) and why Danish is the worst language. In the moment of meta, Katie talks about...

06/12/2021

You are not too much. In fact, you should...