What's the Controversy of Chewing Gum?

Ing gum is made out of inedible compounds that are molecularly similar to plastics and rubbers. In 18 89, cordite was developed as a chemical propellant for army weapons instead of gunpowder. The nitroglycerine added a sweet flavor, but it also dilates blood s. So soldiers reported a stimulating and exhilarating effect, like small doses of alcohol. They wanted drugs, ye, but chewing gum drugs.

Transcript

Play full episode

The AI-powered Podcast Player

Save insights by tapping your headphones, chat with episodes, discover the best highlights - and more!

Get the app