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Good Job, Brain!

262: Winter is Coming

Nov 14, 2023
This episode covers a variety of interesting winter-related topics, including trivia about snowmen, why Japanese people don't like root beer, and the fact that people can be allergic to the cold. They also discuss unique Long Island clam chowder, childhood memories from Taiwan, and rare reactions to cold and sunlight.
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Quick takeaways

  • The tallest snowperson on record stood at a towering 122 feet, one inch in height and took a month to construct, featuring various elements like ski lashes and arm spruce trees.
  • Many people experience mild cases of cold urticaria, such as red or itchy skin after exposure to cold temperatures, despite the misconception that it is rare.

Deep dives

The Tallest Snowperson on Record

The tallest snowperson on record was built in Bethel, Maine in 2008 and stood at a towering 122 feet, one inch in height. Named Olympia, it took an entire month to construct and featured various elements like ski lashes and arm spruce trees.

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