Hyperfixed
Hyperfixed & Radiotopia
SummaryEver wonder why certain things just don't add up? Hyperfixed is the show for those who can’t let go of a strange detail until they reach the bottom of it. Hosted by Alex Goldman, this podcast turns seemingly mundane frustrations or oddities into full-scale investigations, peeling back the layers of the digital and physical worlds we take for granted. Whether it’s a computer mouse that stops working because of a corporate server glitch, the curious over-saturation of pretzel kiosks in a transit hub, or the haunting rise of AI-generated obituaries, Hyperfixed finds the deeper, often unsettling story hidden in the everyday. The show excels at connecting these specific curiosities to much larger systemic issues, touching on themes like the erosion of digital ownership, the hidden machinery of the internet, and the strange shortcuts within modern industry. The podcast frequently balances heavy, tech-forward investigations with lighter, human-centric mysteries, such as the bizarre history of ghostwritten book series or a deep dive into an endless horror movie franchise. With a mix of sharp investigative reporting and genuine, open-ended curiosity, Hyperfixed is for the listener who wants to understand why our world functions—or malfunctions—the way it does. It is a thoughtful, inquisitive guide to the quirks, secrets, and systemic absurdities of modern life.
Updated Jul 2, 2026
Episodes
A Better Mousetrap
When a software glitch bricks your hardware, it raises unsettling questions about who really owns the devices you buy.
A Story About a Mouse That’s Actually About Everything
When a simple mouse stops working due to remote server errors, it reveals the fragile reality of modern ownership.
Samurai Gone Girl
A listener tracks down the mysterious author of a favorite childhood series to uncover the secrets of book packaging.
PREMIUM UNLOCKED: The Fraud Hunter
Investigative journalist Craig Silverman reveals how scammers exploit digital ad networks to monetize fake obituaries.
Rooting Out Racists
A hacker known as Martha Root infiltrates and exposes a white supremacist dating site by creating chatbot personas.
Pretzels to the People
Wetzel’s Pretzels uses a clever strategy of clustering multiple locations to capture impulse buyers throughout a commute.
PRESENTING: Smart Girl, Dumb Questions
Explore why we are having less sex and how evolutionary biology explains our modern struggle with finding love.
Fauxbituaries
AI-generated fake obituaries exploit grief for ad revenue, exposing the broken and opaque digital advertising system.
Amityvilleville
A cynical journalist and his family face paranormal threats after moving into the infamous Amityville house.
PREMIUM UNLOCKED: The Passion of the Fruit
Discover why this tropical delight remains an elusive, overpriced luxury in the US despite its cult-favorite status.
Chris's Watchlist
A blind cinephile struggles with the lack of audio descriptions for classic films and seeks to bridge the access gap.
Crosswalk Jonny
A law student starts a guerrilla movement to paint illegal crosswalks in LA to force action on road safety.
Desperately Seeking Sjowgren
A listener on a mission to quit streaming asks us to solve the mystery of the elusive indie band Chogrin.
Cry Fowl
An investigation into the mysterious disappearance of ducks from a Birmingham park reveals a city-led cull.
Brainsquatch
Why do hundreds of Bob’s Burgers fans share a vivid, false memory of an episode that technically never existed?
Two Birds, One Hundred Stones (UPDATED)
A son helps his mother confront a decades-old musical regret, leading to an emotional live performance.
Grumpy Santa
Hyperfixmas
The Pits
Sailing into the Unknown with Joe Rhodes
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