I've never even done a Zamboni. It just seemed like the best thing to, you know what? What can we use on ice, a Zamboni? I mean, I mean, can't we? All right, we'll try to make that happen. So, the only thing more unique than writing a Zamboni is being hit by one. Or trying to run away from one while on ice. That must have been the most beautiful thing anyone has ever said to anyone. Will you write the Zamboni with me? I'm so flattered. I would do anything, Gary, to have that opportunity.
What makes ice slippery? Neil deGrasse Tyson and co-hosts Chuck Nice and Gary O’Reilly uncover the complex physics of ice and cool facts we’re still learning about it with physicist and author, Laurie Winkless.
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