This chapter explores the intriguing life and suspicious death of astronomer Tycho Brahe, focusing on recent studies of his remains and health issues. It discusses the metal levels in his body, the uniqueness of his ailments, and the historical context surrounding his prosthesis and death.
This 2010 episode from prior hosts Sarah and Deblina examines how Tycho Brahe lost his nose, built the world's first observatory, and met with an untimely demise. It also has some info in the intro that wasn't known in 2010.
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