
Adam Savage
Special effects designer, educator, actor, and former co-host of MythBusters. Known for his work in special effects and his passion for making things.
Top 10 podcasts with Adam Savage
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Apr 30, 2019 • 1h 37min
#370: Adam Savage on Great Tools, Great Projects, and Great Lessons
Adam Savage, renowned special effects artist and former MythBusters host, dives into his multifaceted career, showcasing his skills in various artistic mediums. He discusses the importance of creativity, emphasizing that true creators follow their instincts. Savage shares insights on failure's role in innovation and the emotional connections fostered by storytelling, including the impact of Japanese cinema. He also reflects on the art of slow-cooking scrambled eggs as a metaphor for authenticity, leading to deeper conversations about vulnerability and mental health.

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May 28, 2024 • 49min
Making Stuff, with Adam Savage
Neil deGrasse Tyson and Chuck Nice talk to Adam Savage about creativity, MythBusters, accidental discoveries in science, making things out of Duck Tape, the importance of tools in future inventions, embracing failure in the creative process, and the roots of creativity and genius.

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Jan 2, 2025 • 37min
Folklore (Kyle's Version)
Adam Savage, renowned YouTuber and former Mythbusters co-host, joins the conversation to explore the intricacies of measurements and craftsmanship. He dives into the quirky belief of 'forgetting the first inch' in tape measures, grounding it in personal anecdotes. The duo debunks common measuring myths, emphasizing accuracy and tool quality while highlighting the blend of technology and craftsmanship. A deep discussion on the storytelling aspects of precision reveals the philosophical layers behind measurement, making you question what you really know about measuring tools.

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May 29, 2023 • 36min
Ep10 "Why is it so hard to spot a counterfeit bill?"
What do charlatans have to understand about human perception? Why are you so bad at recognizing a real penny among fakes? What did Eagleman have to do with the redesign of the Euro, and why did he campaign to the European Central Bank that all their bills should be blank with a single hologram in the middle? In this episode, explore the crossroads of perception and deception. Brief appearance from special guest Adam Savage.

Dec 10, 2024 • 52min
Adam Savage
Join Adam Savage, the imaginative special effects designer and former co-host of Mythbusters, as he delves into the joys of personal growth and creative collaboration. He humorously explores the cultural significance of his Scottish red hair and shares insights on the challenges of authentic content creation on YouTube. The conversation shifts to the interplay of faith and doubt, sprinkled with anecdotes from history and personal experience. Lastly, they tackle space exploration's evolution and its pressing implications for our future.

Dec 23, 2024 • 36min
Ep10 rebroadcast "Why is it so hard to spot a counterfeit bill?"
Adam Savage, the special effects expert and former co-host of Mythbusters, joins the conversation to explore the intricacies of human perception and deception. They dive into why we struggle to identify counterfeit currency and how our brains can overlook significant changes in our surroundings. With fascinating insights, they discuss the challenges faced by law enforcement in detecting forgeries and innovative banknote security measures. Savage also touches on the importance of designing more intuitive currency to aid recognition.

May 17, 2024 • 53min
84: Leftover contraptions
Comedy panel game guests Sam Reich and Ashley Hamer, along with contraption expert Adam Savage, discuss police paperwork, tiny text, judicial jobs, accumulated items, mysterious ingredients, dueling practices, fines on social media, and a name change prank.

Feb 15, 2024 • 46min
What makes blueberries blue, and myth buster Adam Savage on science communication
Former MythBuster Adam Savage discusses science communication and his current projects. They also explore the science of blueberries and how wax causes their blue color. The podcast includes a discussion on organoid therapies for digestive diseases.

Nov 25, 2023 • 48min
WWDTM: 25th Year Spectacular Part VIII!
Jane Curtin, Adam Savage, Hannah Kearney, and Muffet McGraw join the hosts to discuss SNL, wild parties, Google's CEO, trivia games, skiers, basketball coaches, myth busters, French kids songs, elephants, and more!

Jul 2, 2019 • 1h 1min
219: Adam Savage | Every Tool's a Hammer
Adam Savage, special effects designer and former co-host of MythBusters, discusses his creative journey and the power of pursuing genuine passions. He shares how deadlines can overcome perfectionism and enhance productivity. The conversation dives into the universal struggle of imposter syndrome, the role of language in fostering creativity, and the balance between integrity and sponsorship in the entertainment industry. Adam also recounts a near-disastrous filming incident, underscoring the importance of safety and accountability.