Strange Stuff Podcast
Strange Stuff Podcast

Episode 245: Crazy Cryptids

24 May 2026 1:18:19 Andy and Mark

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About this episode

The conversation delves into the influence of social media on hiring processes, the impact of AI on job interviews, and the challenges of traditional job application processes. It explores the evolving dynamics of recruitment and the role of technology in shaping hiring decisions. The conversation covers the War of the Roses, the Pact of Steel treaty and World War II, and the Fresno Nightcrawler. Each topic is explored in detail, providing historical context and intriguing insights. The conversation delves into the mysterious cryptids, the Fresno Nightcrawler and the Kandahar Giant, exploring theories, speculations, and attempts to debunk the myths surrounding these intriguing creatures.

Takeaways

  • Influence of social media and technology on hiring processes
  • Challenges of traditional job application processes
  • Impact of AI on job interviews and hiring decisions War of the Roses
  • Pact of Steel treaty
  • Fresno Nightcrawler Fresno Nightcrawler and Kandahar Giant are intriguing cryptid stories
  • Theories and speculations surround the origins and existence of these cryptids

Chapters

  • 00:00 The Influence of Social Media on Hiring
  • 13:51 The Impact of AI on Job Interviews
  • 25:47 The War of the Roses
  • 38:06 Pact of Steel Treaty and World War II
  • 47:59 The Fresno Nightcrawler
  • 55:07 Debunking the Myth of the Fresno Nightcrawler
  • 01:01:50 The Kandahar Giant

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