As part of the What They Knew series, Part II of What Radiohead Knew follows an android Mother teaching her child about time — how it shaped humanity… and how they broke under the forces gathering at the end of the century.

As Thom Yorke spirals into the making of Kid A, the world outside fractures: Y2K, the dot-com bubble bursts, the internet becomes a second bloodstream, and culture slips into the uncanny.

But something else is waking. In the static, the child hears the Conductor — a voice tied to humanity’s fall, murmuring of grief, progress, and impossible forces.

As one century collapses and Kid A emerges, one truth surfaces: no one survives the future unchanged.

This is the story of a band trying to outrun fame, a world trying to outrun itself, and a machine child standing at the edge of a revelation it may not be ready to face.

Intro music: “Monkey House” by Evan Toth. Grateful for Evan’s generosity in letting this track set the tone for What They Knew.

**The sections discussing Radiohead were informed by research conducted by Stephen Hyden, particularly his book This Isn’t Happening, and I want to acknowledge and credit his work accordingly. Please Check it out.**

Further Exploration:

• “Exit Music: The Radiohead Story” by Mac Randall (2000)
• “Radiohead’s OK Computer: An Oral History” by Rolling Stone (2017)
• “The Age of Surveillance Capitalism” by Shoshana Zuboff (2019)
• “The Big Nine: How the Tech Titans and Their Thinking Machines Could Warp Humanity” by Amy Webb (2019)
• "The Birth of The Web" CERN
• “The Master Switch: The Rise and Fall of Information Empires” by Tim Wu (2010)
• “Why the Future Doesn't Need Us” by Bill Joy, Wired Magazine (2000)
• "Tim Berners-Lee on 30 years of the World Wide Web: We can get the web we want." The Guardian (2019)

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Radiohead didn’t predict the future—they just paid attention.

This Episode is a deep dive into how OK Computer was never just an album, but a premonition. A warning. A status update we ignored.

Through a blend of storytelling, history, and eerie parallels, we explore how a 1997 album captured the creeping unease of a world being swallowed by technology—from corporate surveillance to algorithmic control to the silent loss of human agency.

Was OK Computer just an ambitious rock record? Or was it a glimpse into a future we were already hurtling toward?

Let’s find out together.

🎵 Featuring: The evolution of tech, capitalism’s mutation, AI’s rise, and the unseen forces that built the digital throne.

Further Exploration:

• “Exit Music: The Radiohead Story” by Mac Randall (2000)
• “Radiohead’s OK Computer: An Oral History” by Rolling Stone (2017)
• “The Age of Surveillance Capitalism” by Shoshana Zuboff (2019)
• “The Big Nine: How the Tech Titans and Their Thinking Machines Could Warp Humanity” by Amy Webb (2019)
• "The Birth of The Web" CERN
• “The Master Switch: The Rise and Fall of Information Empires” by Tim Wu (2010)
• “Why the Future Doesn't Need Us” by Bill Joy, Wired Magazine (2000)
• "Tim Berners-Lee on 30 years of the World Wide Web: We can get the web we want." The Guardian (2019)

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Brandon from FDR’s Wheelchair joins Jay to explore one of history's most controversial decisions—the dropping of atomic bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki.

Together, they unpack the moral and strategic debates, the roles of key figures like Truman and FDR, and the global aftermath. With historical insight and a touch of humor, they dive into how these decisions shaped geopolitics and the Cold War's nuclear arms race.

Tune in for a mix of history, ethics, and thoughtful dialogue on one of modern history's pivotal moments.

Brandon - FDR's Wheelchair Podcast

• Listen to FDR's Wheelchair: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1325326

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In this episode, we sit down with Carolina Rizzotto, a dynamic content creator whose life journey spans continents and cultures. From the beaches of Brazil to the streets of Paris and the hustle of New York City, Carolina shares her experiences navigating the complexities of work, life, and personal growth.

Together, we explore the stark contrasts between American and European work cultures, the transformative power of travel, and the importance of stepping outside your comfort zone. Carolina also opens up about vulnerability, finding balance, and what it means to live authentically in a fast-paced world. Whether you’re looking to redefine success, embrace new perspectives, or simply hear a fascinating story, this episode is a must-listen.

Further Exploration:

Carolina's website

Carolina's Youtube Channel

No Ducks Given Video Podcast

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In the ’80s, an unnamed song recorded off a German radio show vanished into obscurity—only to resurface decades later and spark one of the internet’s most captivating mysteries.

Join us as we dive into the story of The Most Mysterious Song on the Internet, exploring how it drew a community of online sleuths together in a relentless search. From wild theories to an unexpected breakthrough, discover how human curiosity ultimately solved a mystery that felt destined to remain unsolved.

Further Exploration:

Curiosity Ends the Search for The Most Mysterious Song on the Internet - From A View From the Top of the World Substack

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In this episode, I sit down with Joe C., a chemistry teacher by day and existentialism junkie by night, to dive deep into the mind-bending world of Sartre, Kierkegaard, and what it really means to live with freedom and anxiety hanging over our heads. We break down the whole existential package—freedom, choice, and that constant, nagging search for meaning—especially in a world that feels more chaotic with every passing day.

But it’s not just all highbrow philosophy. We get personal, swapping stories about fatherhood, teaching, and how those big, abstract ideas show up in the most real parts of life. We explore how being a parent shapes your perspective on freedom, and how navigating the chaos of the classroom often feels like a mini-existential crisis in itself.

Whether you’ve gone down the existential rabbit hole before or you’re just curious about what it all means, this episode will hit home. It’s about finding clarity in the mess of everyday life, and rethinking what it really means to live on your own terms.

Further Exploration:

Joe C. - The Story of...Podcast

• Click the link and check out Joe's podcast: The Story Of...
• The Story of... Twitter Page
• The Story of...Game Changing Inventions (w/Jay Burke)

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In this episode, Jay is joined by Cypher, the creator of The Cynical Historian YouTube channel, to debunk some of the biggest myths surrounding U.S. presidents. From George Washington to Abraham Lincoln, Cypher unpacks the truth behind legendary misconceptions that have shaped the American view of the presidency.

They explore myths like Washington’s supposed uncontroversial presidency, Lincoln’s role as the “Great Emancipator,” and the common belief that debates like the 1960 Kennedy-Nixon face-off changed election outcomes. Cypher also sheds light on how myths about presidential power, control over the economy, and war decisions have been misunderstood over time.

Tune in for a candid, eye-opening discussion about history’s messy truths and the stories we tell about those who’ve held the highest office in the land

Further Exploration:

• Check out the Youtube channel - The Cynical Historian
• Join The Cynical Historian on Patreon
• Check out his Twitter page here
• Check out his Twitch page here
• Check out his Discord here

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