The podcast discusses topics such as Tetris championships, the belief in the usefulness of cow urine in India, medical operations and bone reconstruction, intriguing medical tales, unconventional collection and storage of body parts, and the origins of unusual baby names.
In Hawaii, children were given the names A, B, C, D, or E due to the local alphabet's absence of those letters.
A woman in the UK had her shin bone removed, irradiated, and reinstalled in her leg as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.
African American families often choose unique first names for their children as a way to express love and individuality.
Deep dives
Children in Hawaii given the name 'Absidy'
In 1990, five children in Hawaii were given the first name spelled A, B, C, D, E, or Absidy. The local alphabet in Hawaii does not contain the letters B, C, or D.
Woman receives medical treatment in two different hospitals simultaneously
In 2020, a woman in the UK underwent a medical procedure where her shin bone was removed, taken to another hospital, irradiated, and then reinstalled in her leg. This complex procedure was necessary due to the unique circumstances caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.
The cultural significance of baby names
Baby names often hold cultural and personal significance. In African American families, unique first names are commonly given to children to express love and individuality, as surnames were often imposed upon them during slavery. Over time, there has been a growing trend toward unique names for children.
The history of baby naming books
Baby naming books gained popularity in the 19th century and saw a surge in the 1980s. They were often found in the back of cookbooks and functioned as general household guides. These books provided naming suggestions and options for parents to bestow their children with meaningful and unique names.
Professional baby naming services
There are professional services available that provide assistance with baby naming. These services offer consultations and provide advice on avoiding specific syllables, dealing with cultural considerations, and creating names that function well in multiple languages.