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The Skeptics Guide #1015 - Dec 21 2024

The Skeptics' Guide to the Universe

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The Intricacies of Language and Society's Dark Fascination

This chapter investigates the quirky nuances of language, particularly the distinction between 'strangulated' and 'strangled,' while also discussing the societal implications related to authority figures' fear of incompetence. Additionally, it touches on the public's morbid fascination with stories of familial violence and their sensationalization in media.

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