The Infinite Monkey Cage The Infinite Monkey’s Guide to... Strawberries
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Oct 4, 2023 The hosts discuss the concept of determining when a strawberry is truly dead, exploring the ideas of souls and resurrection. They also delve into the possibility of reversing death and the potential for immortality. The chapter touches on the presence of DNA in various locations, including a personal anecdote about DNA in undergarments. The drawbacks of immortality are considered, including the erosion of time and the cancellation of Doctor Who.
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Unexpected Value In Eccentric Research
- Ig Nobel-style studies reveal surprising scientific value in odd experiments like levitating frogs and dead strawberries.
- Such work can lead to genuine breakthroughs and provoke useful new questions.
Death Is A Functional Boundary
- Defining when a strawberry is 'dead' exposes blurred lines between life, decay and potential for regrowth.
- Biological death depends on capacity to grow or reproduce, not immediate appearance of rot.
Jam In The Fountain Of Youth
- Brian joked about spreading strawberry preserve on his 'fountain of youth' leading to a jam explosion.
- The story highlights playful attempts at immortality and comic consequences.