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91: A secret base, revealed

Lateral with Tom Scott

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The Mystery of Giovanni Gerbe's Clever Ramp

The hosts delve into a mysterious scenario involving a small mound of mud, a large metal bar, and a competition that leads to victory later in the day. Speculations range from early daredevil stunts to train tracks affecting bicycle races in 1905, ultimately revealing the clever strategies of cyclist Giovanni Gervi in the Giro del Lombardia race.

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