Mutant Hollow: Zombie Science & Cryptid Pathogens

A podcast exploring the science behind zombies, cryptids, and infectious mutations—welcome to Mutant Hollow.

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Mutant Hollow

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Where the undead meet the under-studied.

Welcome to Mutant Hollow—a spooky-smart podcast that unearths the strange connections between science, infection, folklore, and the monstrous unknown. Each episode, resident creature doctor Stacy and curious crypt-nerd Amber dig into the biology behind your favorite apocalyptic tropes, asking the question:

“Could a zombie virus really happen?”

From fungal brain-hackers and virus-riddled folklore to prions, parasites, pandemics, and plague myths, we blend speculative science with cryptid curiosity. Expect dark humor, real microbiology, creature dissections, infectious ideas, and a few ethically questionable PSAs along the way.

Whether you’re into horror, science fiction, weird history, or just wondering what’s mutating under your fingernails—this is your new haunted laboratory.

💀 Wash your hands. Wear your goggles. Stay weird.

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🎙️ Episode 5: Parasites Pt. 2 – Tapeworm Tapenade – Mutant Hollow Podcast

🎙️ Episode 5: Parasites Pt 2 – Tapeworm TapenadeWelcome back to Mutant Hollow for Part Two of our three-part parasite series—where things get slimier, squirmier, and far more grotesque. This episode is all about the monsters that feed inside us: tapeworms, roundworms, and other writhing hitchhikers that blur the line between horror and biology.From chilling case studies of Trichinella outbreaks and parasitic infections in pythons, to the mind-bending tale of a tapeworm that gave its host cancer, we dive deep into the dark side of parasitology. We’ll chew on the infamous “tapeworm diet,” gape at the sheer scale of whale tapeworms, and serve up a fictional sponsor you’ll never forget: Tapeworm Tapenade—spread it, share it, survive it.💀 Creepy science.💀 Disgusting case studies.💀 Speculative zombification.💀 A few gag-inducing surprises.This is Part Two of our Parasite Trilogy—so if you thought disco-ball snail eye stalks were bad, just wait until you hear what’s wriggling in your dinner plate.Tags:parasites, tapeworms, trichinella, parasitology, creepy science, horror podcast, microbiology, infectious disease, zombie science, will it zombie, Mutant Hollow, parasite diet, tapeworm cancer, grotesque biology, parasite case studies
  1. 🎙️ Episode 5: Parasites Pt. 2 – Tapeworm Tapenade
  2. 🎙️ Episode 4: Parasite Master of Puppets – Pt. 1
  3. 🎙️ Episode 3.5: Mini – Prion Holiday in Cambodia
  4. 🎙️ Episode 3: Prions – The Cows Are Mad
  5. 🎙️ Episode 2.5: Rabies Mini – ‘The Bite That Keeps on Giving’

Meet Stacy and Amber, a resident creature doctor and a microbiologist unraveling the science behind your favorite nightmares.

Meet Stacy and Amber—scientist and storyteller, skeptic and chaos gremlin. Together, they are the voices behind Mutant Hollow, a podcast where infectious disease meets the end of the world. Stacy records from her cozy closet dungeon, armed with a fuzzy microphone and a PhD-level understanding of pathogens. Amber, fueled by curiosity and weird vibes, brings the speculative spark—connecting folklore, pop culture, and apocalypse theory with reckless enthusiasm. Together, they explore the creepy crossroads of science and myth, asking the question that drives the show: Will it zombie?

Our Podcast was previously mentioned in:

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🧟‍♀️ “Finally, a podcast that answers the question my therapist won’t: Can a mushroom turn me into a zombie?”

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— Rotten_But_Curious

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🧬 “Stacy’s science makes me smarter. Amber’s theories make me scared to eat leftovers. 10/10.”

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— FungusAmongUs_92

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🦠 “I came for the zombies, stayed for the microbiology, and now I think my sourdough starter might be sentient. Help.”

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— ApocalypseBreadFan

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