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65 - The Past Times with Dave Hill

The Dollop with Dave Anthony and Gareth Reynolds

CHAPTER

Exploring the Notion of Fat Men in History

The chapter delves into Julius Caesar's preference for chubby individuals and a Chicago physician's discovery that moderately fat men have advantages over lean ones. It humorously debunks misconceptions about fat people being jolly and delves into the characteristics of strong, muscular men. The discussion ridicules the concept of achieving fatness through subcutaneous oil injections, highlighting the absurdity of such methods and emphasizing a comedic tone throughout.

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