Wait Wait... Don't Tell Me! WWDTM: Natasha Rothwell
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May 3, 2025 This episode features hilarious takes on holiday gift-giving dilemmas and a sensational relationship twist in sports. Expect quirky culinary science discussions and debunking historical myths with a comedic flair. Natasha Rothwell shares her journey in comedy, tackling the pandemic's impact on performance. Tune in for absurd chats on luxury dinosaur leather handbags and romance in airport lounges, alongside light-hearted limerick challenges and the upsides of champagne for heart health. It’s a delightful mix of humor and trivia!
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Vlad the Impaler Revisited
- Historical accounts about Vlad the Impaler may be inaccurate, with new evidence suggesting a less fearsome personality. - The nickname "The Impaler" might be a misinterpretation, humorously suggested to be "Vlad the Inhaler."
Great Wall's Surprising Purpose
- The Great Wall of China may have partly been built to keep the emperor's beloved Shih Tzus contained. - This challenges the common belief that it was solely to keep out Mongol invasions.
Medieval Art's Hidden Detail
- The Bayeux Tapestry includes a contentious count of embroidered penises, increased from 93 to 94 according to recent research. - This discovery adds unexpected depth to understanding medieval art and culture.