Stuff You Should Know True Mysteries of the Internet
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Aug 20, 2024 The hosts dive into the captivating enigma of Cicada 3301, an intricate online puzzle that attracted intelligent minds for real-world scavenger hunts. They also uncover the mystery of a long-lost 80s song, exploring its origins and the online communities striving to identify it. The tale of John Titor, a supposed time traveler with chilling predictions, adds another layer of intrigue. Finally, they debunk tomato myths from history, revealing the surprising truth behind early European fears of this beloved fruit.
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Cicada 3301 Puzzle
- Cicada 3301 posted puzzles on 4chan, leading to a global scavenger hunt.
- A 15-year-old named "Tech" cracked the first puzzle using steganography and a Caesar cipher.
Cicada's Purpose
- Despite solvers' efforts, Cicada 3301's true purpose remains unknown.
- Some believe it was a hacker collective promoting internet freedom and privacy.
Mysterious Song
- An unknown song, recorded off German radio in the 80s, baffles internet users.
- Despite extensive efforts, including spectrograph analysis and contacting DJs, the song's origin remains a mystery.