Madness to the Method
By Madness to the Method
Madness to the MethodJul 18, 2022
CHRISTMAS 2020: Surprise Episodes
We're ending this year with a surprise. This is the start of an annual tradition as we give each other love and mystery as gifts for Christmas.
HISTORY: The Christmas Story
It's been one heck of a year, but there are still so many things to be grateful for. Celebrate the holidays with us as we tell you the origin of the most wonderful time of the year.
SOCIOLOGY: Social Darwinism - An Injustice
A disease that plagues those who are weak and poor. It's 'survival of the fittest' but in a cruel and twisted way as presented by those who were born into wealth and power.
ART: Our Favourites
There is something about a piece of art that just speaks volumes, echoes moments long forgotten and whispers dreams buried deep inside our hearts. Walk with us in an art gallery as we talk about our favourite paintings.
BIOGRAPHY: Not So Little Women
They say, "It's a man's world out there," and look how it turned out. Celebrate women all over the world with the lives of two of the female giants in literature: Louisa May Alcott and L.M. Montgomery.
PSYCHOLOGY: Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs
What if we could understand why we need the things we need? What motivates and directs our decisions? And if we follow that path, do we find ourselves at the top, at the bottom or in the middle?
World Philosophy Day
Discover your inner philosopher with our special episode in celebration of World Philosophy Day. Get your thinking caps on for some thought-provoking questions.
Q & A
You ask, we deliver. Here are our As to your Qs. We hope you'll get to know more the people behind the voices of Blue and Crimson.
BIOGRAPHY: Marie Curie - The Woman of Radioactivity
In a world and time where man dominated science, one woman defied the odds and radiated her brilliance through her intellect, devotion and willpower. On her 153rd birthday, celebrate the life and legacy of Madame Marie Curie.
TRUE CRIME: The Man Who Killed Halloween
They say monsters hide under your bed and that demons thrive within the woods, but what if the evil that exists in this world is closer to you than you might think?
HISTORY: The Origins of Halloween
Every year, there is one festivity where terror is mixed with fashion and spookiness is rewarded with candies---that's Halloween. But where and how did this capitalistic celebration come to be? Get your costumes on and be ready for the scariest night of the year.
TRUE CRIME: The Death of Desiree Mariottini
On October 18, 2018 a murder that should never have happened took place within the beautiful city of Italy. Commemorate the 2nd death anniversary of Desiree Mariottini and educate yourself about the dangers that lurk within the streets.
MYTHOLOGY: Let Me Take A Selkie - A Scottish Tale
In celebration of Myths and Legends Day, we'll dive deep in to a sea of mystery and whirlwind of romance with the magical selkie. Swim with your imagination and sea where it takes you.
ARCHITECTURE: Pre-Classicism
When you see ancient structures that have survived for centuries, you can't help but ask, "How? How was it able to withstand the tests of time?" The answer lies in man's mentality: it has to be monumental and eternal.
BIOGRAPHY: William Shakespeare
To say he is a man of few words is an outright lie; to say he is the most famous writer of all time is an understatement; to say one knows the Bard is a mystery. Unveil the curtains and take your place on the stage as we talk about the world's greatest playwright: William Shakespeare.
THEATRE: Hamilton - An American Musical
How does a bastard, orphan, son of a whore and a Scotsman, dropped in the middle of a forgotten spot in the Caribbean by providence impoverished in squalor, grow up to be a hero and a scholar?
GEOGRAPHY: Man vs Deserts
Sun, sand, snakes and survival. . . listen to the story of the first European to have traveled to Timbuktu, the legendary city of gold, and came back alive. Against all odds, man will triumph over the world's driest and deadliest landscape: deserts.
PHILOSOPHY: Moral Dilemmas
Though man is different from one another, we all share one possession: dilemmas. But who really gets to decide what's right and what's wrong? Or better yet, what would you do if your morals don't exactly fit everyone else's?
MBTI: Literary Characters
In this episode, we're taking the MBTI obsession from real human beings to the next chapter as we discuss the fictional characters whose stories might just reflect our very own reality.
PSYCHOLOGY: Life Hacks
Have you ever wanted a manual to make life easier? Even for just a little bit? Of course you do. From a making a good first impression to chewing gum down to destroying negative comments, these hacks are sure to get you psyched!
SCIENCE: Erratic Energy - The Laws of Thermodynamics
It makes the planets move, it makes the whales sing and it makes humans live. It's energy---the pulse of the universe. Learn more about the moving force of life through this hot topic: laws of thermodynamics.
PSYCHOLOGY: Theories of Communication
Some people have a way with words and there are those who make their way through silence. In theory, the art of communication is more than just speaking and listening; it's about decoding what the other person has to say. But, do we really listen or we just hear?
HISTORY: The Pirate Queens - Anne Bonny and Mary Read
Ever heard of two female pirates firing gunshots and pillaging villages in the Caribbean? Shiver me timbers! In celebration of National Girlfriends' Day, we bring you the story of two women who shared a past of disguise and a love for adventure in the high seas during the Golden Age of Piracy.
MYTHOLOGY: Bakunawa - The Dragon of the Orient
Have you ever looked at the moon, all alone in the vast dark sky, and wonder why it's the only one? In this episode, we go back to our roots of Philippine Mythology and tell you the story of the seven moons and the fearsome Bakunawa - the dragon of the orient.
TRUE CRIME: The Tragic Case of Breonna Taylor
In light of the BLM Movement, many names of black people whose lives have been taken are being chanted all over the streets. But there is one name that resonates the tragedy that happened on March 13, 2020. Say her name. . .
LITERATURE: Magical Realism - is it real or is it magic?
The pen is mightier than the sword, but what if that pen has the power to blur the lines between magic and reality? Learn more about the literary genre that helped spark revolutions and free people in Latin America.
MBTI: Is It Me or Just A Myth?
As much as we try to order all the chaos and make sense of everything in this world, there is no denying that some things will remain untamed---humans. In this episode, we'll talk about how man's desire to label people can be both fulfilling and dire.
MBTI: Helping Others Find Themselves
Don't know yet your MBTI? Listen to this episode to figure out what test to take. Know your MBTI, but somehow doubtful of it? Listen to this episode to know about it. Have nothing to do? Listen to this episode.
MBTI: The History of Finding Ourselves
Dive into the history of how a mother and daughter duo created one of the most remarkable personality tests ever created: MBTI. Learn how World War II helped make something out of its chaos and remember that there is always so much more than what meets the eye.