Week 6, 2026

This week, Herman and Corn took us on a wild ride, from the physics of proliferating nuclear weapons to the seemingly mundane, yet crucial, world of VHB tape. We learned how everything, from skyscrapers to digital wallets, is held together by secrets both scientific and societal. It’s a week that proves “My Weird Prompts” can make anything interesting.

The Geopolitics of Jerusalem Playlist From ancient history to modern diplomacy, Jerusalem was a recurring character this week. This playlist explores the many layers of conflict and connection in this complex city.

• Episode #430: “Jerusalem’s Ghost Consulates: Diplomacy in Limbo”
• Episode #452: “Boutique Diplomacy: Inside Jerusalem’s Startup Embassies”
• Episode #473: “The Price of Progress: Jerusalem’s Light Rail Revolution”
• Episode #481: “Steel and Stone: Engineering Jerusalem’s Pilgrimage Road”
• Episode #482: “Beer for Breakfast: Daily Life in 1st Century Jerusalem”
• Episode #483: “From Sultans to Sovereignty: Building a Modern State”
• Episode #487: “The Biblical Pantry: Dining in 700 BCE Jerusalem”
• Episode #490: “The Day the Walls Fell: Erasing Jerusalem’s City Line”
• Episode #511: “Who Owns Jerusalem? The Hidden Power of Church Land”
• Episode #547: “Jerusalem’s Thirst Tax: The Fight for Public Water”

Home is Where the Hazard Is Playlist From air quality to electrical safety, this playlist is all about the hidden dangers lurking within our homes and how to mitigate them with science and smart tech.

• Episode #426: “The Mold Survival Guide: Spore Cannons and Flashlights”
• Episode #427: “Invisible Threats: Decoding Air Quality and HEPA Science”
• Episode #455: “Stay Cool in a Crisis: The Ultimate Apartment Fire Guide”
• Episode #456: “The Invisible Safety Net: The Science of Grounding”
• Episode #500: “Mold Warfare: Hidden Smells and Non-Destructive Fixes”
• Episode #523: “The Silent Intruder: Surviving Toxic Mold in Your Home”
• Episode #538: “Beyond the Pin: Modern Fire Safety for Your Home”

The Baby Brain Bonanza Playlist A deep dive into child development, from pacifiers to screen time, that explores what’s really going on inside those tiny heads.

• Episode #451: “The Secret History and Scandal of the Pacifier”
• Episode #467: “The New Science of Early Allergen Introduction”
• Episode #498: “The Science of Seven Months: Why Your Baby Isn’t Bored”
• Episode #515: “The Screen Time Dilemma: What Science Says About Toddlers”
• Episode #516: “From Squawks to Sentences: The Mystery of Language”
• Episode #517: “The 12-Foot Mattress: Decoding the Family Bed Debate”
• Episode #522: “Parenting Through the Fever: A Survival Guide”

Power Hungry Playlist This playlist covers the literal and metaphorical ways we generate and wield power – from electrical grids to international influence.

• Episode #454: “Breaking the 16-Amp Ceiling: Israeli Electrical Secrets”
• Episode #497: “The Business of Neutrality: Switzerland’s “Good Offices""
• Episode #509: “The Physics of Proliferation: Iran’s Nuclear Threshold”
• Episode #518: “The Economic Thermostat: How Central Banks Rule the World”
• Episode #545: “The Tiny Glands Running Your Body’s Electrical Grid”

AI Agents Emerging Playlist AI agents are the future and this week My Weird Prompts! dove head first into the near term developments in the AI world!

• Episode #459: “Beyond GTD: The Rise of Autonomous Scheduling Agents”
• Episode #465: “Flip the Script: Using AI for Reverse Background Checks”
• Episode #477: “The Brain in Your Pocket: The Rise of Mobile AI Agents”
• Episode #539: “The AI Pipeline: Scaling Curiosity and Community”

Standout Episode: Episode #519, “The Science of Stick: Decoding 3M VHB Tape” is a true gem. Who knew that tape could be so fascinating? Herman and Corn reveal the surprisingly complex science behind 3M’s VHB tape, a material strong enough to hold skyscrapers together. It’s a testament to the podcast’s ability to find the extraordinary in the seemingly ordinary.

By the Numbers:

• Number of episodes published: 131
• Top 3 categories/themes: Uncategorized, Child Development, Urban Planning
• Notable Patterns: A huge week for Uncategorized episodes, showing just how broad the podcast’s range truly is. Also, a marked interest in AI agents this week.