No Such Thing As A Fish Little Fish: Not Sponsored By Reba McEntire
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Jan 18, 2026 Curious facts abound as hosts delve into the surprising number of Reba McEntire-themed corn mazes across the U.S. They explore the bizarre production origins of Cruel Intentions 2 and how Batman costumes boost seat offers. Uncover the story of Clyde Barrow's self-amputation for freedom and hear about revolutionary jet engine blade technology. From moon explosions to lassoing icebergs, this is a wild ride through the oddities of history and culture!
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The Reba McEntire Corn Maze Phenomenon
- James and Dan joke about 40 full-size Reba McEntire corn mazes across 23 US states, supplied by a listener fact.
- The hosts riff on why her face is maze-friendly and share personal maze experiences including a broken-through Dole plantation visit.
Jet Engine Blades Use Single-Crystal Metallurgy
- Turbine blades on airliner jet engines endure centripetal forces comparable to the weight of two double-decker buses each.
- Manufacturers cast blades as single crystals to remove grain boundaries and dramatically increase strength under stress.
Clyde Barrow's Toe Amputation Escape
- James reads a listener fact that Clyde Barrow amputated two toes to escape hard labor and was pardoned six days later.
- The hosts discuss Bonnie and Clyde's usual targets being convenience stores rather than banks.
