

#2: My Puzzle Lies Over the Ocean
Aug 1, 2018
Adal Rifai, John Patrick Coan, and Erin Keif discuss riddles about a drunken man, salt mysteries, a boy and his toy, and the Italian judicial system. They also explore topics like recycling salt, bread flavors, mail delivery systems, workplace disputes, and the morality of survival situations.
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Steve's Gestures Explained
- Steve gestures violently and talks loudly while wearing a wireless headset, appearing drunk but actually on his mobile phone.
- Police ignore him as he is well-dressed and not homeless, clarifying the puzzling behavior.
Salt Recycling Through Sweat
- Salt can be recycled through human body processes like sweating and re-consuming.
- Sweat contains salt, which ends up back in food preparation, creating a natural recycling loop.
Oscar's Mailbox Key Clue
- Oscar knew mail was delivered because the key to a package pod was missing, a mailbox procedure unknown to some.
- This practical knowledge solved the puzzle about mail delivery without seeing a mail carrier.