Why Adam Savage Was Really Replaced on MythBusters' Most Dangerous Stunt
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Why Adam Savage Was Really Replaced on MythBusters' Most Dangerous Stunt

42:52 Mar 16, 2026
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There's a reason Tory was the one who jumped off an 85-foot building on MythBusters - and it's not the reason you think. Special effects and rigging expert Matt Heron - veteran of Star Wars, The Matrix, and countless MythBusters stunts - finally spills the truth in this long-overdue reunion with Kari and Tory. Matt breaks down exactly how he rigged that legendary awnings stunt, what it really takes to keep someone alive on a rig, and the behind-the-scenes stories that never made it to air.Join The Band of Mythfits to get ad-free episodes, extended episodes, and bonus content! Sign up at https://mythfitspodcast.comThank you to our Sponsor, Shopify!Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial today at https://shopify.com/mythfitsThank you to our Sponsor, Warby Parker!Our listeners get 15% off plus free shipping when they buy two or more pairs of prescription glasses at https://WarbyParker.com/mythfits — using our link helps support the show. #WarbyParker #adThank you to our Sponsor, Factor!Head to https://factormeals.com/mythfits50off and use code MYTHFITS50OFF to get 50 percent off and free breakfast for a year!LINK TO OUR OTHER SPONSORS!https://linkin.bio/mythfits/Please leave a review and make sure you SUBSCRIBE!If you are interested in advertising on this podcast email advertising@pionairepodcasting.comTo request Kari & Tory to be on your Podcast, Radio Show, or TV Show, reach out to talent@pionairepodcasting.comFOLLOW US:IG/TT: @mythfitspodcastYouTube:  @MythfitsPod 😎👕 Support the show - grab some MythFits gear:https://mythfitspodcast.comChapters0:00 Welcome to MythFits0:49 The MythBuster Marathon1:19 A Crazy Police Encounter5:29 Special Guest Matt Heron6:19 The Art of Rigging14:21 Tory's Awning Drop16:21 The Insurance Company Dilemma27:42 Duct Tape Trebuchet Tales29:01 Tennis on a Bi-wing Plane41:59 Cleanup ChroniclesThis podcast is for entertainment purposes only. Views expressed on this podcast solely reflect those of the host and do not reflect the views of Pionaire.
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