The Bugle
We Shall Flounder On The Beaches
Jun 18, 2024
Comedian Ria Lina and an old Irish man with surprises, UK election chaos, peace hopes in Ukraine, and the bizarre world of competitive hot dog eating. Andy Zaltzman and guests bring humor and wit to current events and historical anecdotes.
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- Controversy surrounds competitive eating sponsorships, raising ethical questions.
- NASA plans to launch an artificial star for calibrating ground-based telescopes, enhancing astronomical studies.
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Joey Chestnut's Sponsorship Controversy in Competitive Eating
Joey Chestnut, known for his astonishing speed in hot dog eating contests, faced controversy for signing a promotional deal with a vegan hot dog maker. He holds the record for eating 76 hot dogs in 10 minutes. His partnership caused him to be ousted from a competition, raising questions about the ethics of competitive eating sponsorships.
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