Something You Should Know

A Fascinating Tour of Our Solar System & The Amazing Story of the Sandwich

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Dec 23, 2024
In a delightful discussion, sandwich expert Barry Enderwick shares the storied history of sandwiches, unraveling their evolution and debunking the myth of the Earl of Sandwich as their sole creator. He dives into unique flavor combinations and cultural variations, along with fun anecdotes from his culinary adventures. The conversation also transports listeners through our solar system, examining each planet's characteristics and pondering the existence of life beyond Earth, making for an entertaining blend of gastronomy and astronomy.
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INSIGHT

Runny Nose in Cold Weather

  • Your nose runs in cold weather because it's working hard to warm and humidify the air you breathe.
  • Exhaled moisture condenses in the cold air, dripping out as fluid.
INSIGHT

Exploring the Solar System

  • Each planet has unique characteristics, some even possessing multiple contrasting environments.
  • Robotic spacecraft gather data, allowing us to understand and imagine these alien worlds.
ANECDOTE

The Smell of the Moon

  • Apollo astronauts confirmed the sulfurous smell of the moon, which robots had previously detected.
  • They described the scent as similar to spent gunpowder, connecting human experience with robotic data.
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