Lateral with Tom Scott 153: An unequal game
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Sep 12, 2025 Join Luke Cutforth and Corry Will from the Sci Guys podcast, alongside wine critic Hannah Crosbie, for a hilariously intriguing discussion. They dive into the whimsical world of wine tasting and its quirky terminology while also exploring the playful side of Olympic sports and historical events. Expect lighthearted banter on board games, absurd Olympic moments, and quirky holiday myths about Santa's reindeer. The trio's chemistry and humor make for an entertaining exploration of strange stories and fascinating themes.
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Street vs Avenue Is Mostly Cultural
- Avenue and street names often mean nothing formal today and are chosen for aesthetics.
- New York's grid shows a durable convention: streets one way, avenues the other, but naming is mostly arbitrary now.
Hubble Helped Improve Mammograms
- Hubble's early blurred images forced astronomers to build an algorithm to extract data from fuzzy pictures.
- Medical researchers reused that algorithm to improve breast cancer detection and mammogram analysis.
Measure Rope Distance Before Bell Ringing
- When preparing to ring church bells, check rope position and your reach before pulling.
- Stand on a box if needed and mark a safe distance (thumb to nose) to avoid being struck by the rope.
