Something You Should Know Weird, But True Stories of Famous People & What We Can Learn From Top Sports Competitors - SYSK Choice
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Jul 12, 2025 
Join author Dan Schreiber, known for his quirky podcast 'No Such Thing as a Fish', as he shares bizarre stories like how a U.S. President foiled an assassination and Ringo Starr's unique drumming rooted in exorcisms. Sally Jenkins, a seasoned columnist for The Washington Post, discusses how insights from elite athletes about pressure and resilience can be applied to everyday life. Together, they weave a fascinating tapestry of strange events and valuable life lessons, exploring the extraordinary in the ordinary.
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Avoid Mailing Checks Today
- Avoid sending checks in the mail due to increasing mail theft and check fraud.
- Use secure mail drops, like inside post offices, or prefer electronic payment methods to stay safe.
Sports Teams Use Unusual Boosts
- The LA Dodgers paid a Russian scientist to beam positive thoughts during games to boost player performance.
- Leicester City football team hired monks to bless grounds and players, coinciding with their unlikely Premier League win.
PCR Inventor's Bizarre Encounter
- Cary Mullis invented PCR and claimed a glowing raccoon abducted him the same year.
- Despite PCR's massive global impact, Mullis remained less famous due to his eccentric behaviors.
