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The World's Weirdest Sports, Part One: Buzkashī is Where You Fight Over A Dead Goat

Ridiculous History

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The Quirky World of Unconventional Sports

This chapter humorously explores the bizarre sport of shin kicking, tracing its 17th-century English origins and comparing it to other extreme competitions. The conversation also highlights whimsical events like the Windsor Pumpkin Regatta and Punkin Chunkin, emphasizing creativity and light-hearted competition. With anecdotes and cultural references, the speakers reflect on the unique characteristics and absurdity of these unconventional sports.

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