Freakonomics Radio 504. Introducing “Off Leash”
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May 26, 2022 Alexandra Horowitz, a dog-cognition expert and author of "Inside of a Dog," teams up with Tejal Rao, a New York Times restaurant critic known for her sensory-driven food writing. They explore the fascinating interplay between dogs and humans, highlighting how dogs perceive the world through smell. The discussion includes the impactful roles of conservation canines in wildlife research and the emotional ties between memory and scent, both humorous and poignant. The new segment 'Off Leash' invites listeners to embrace curiosity in understanding canine behavior.
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Superior Canine Smell
- Dogs' noses have millions more olfactory cells than humans'.
- This allows them to detect faint scents, like a teaspoon of sugar in two Olympic-sized pools.
The Importance of Smell
- After losing her sense of smell due to COVID-19, Tejal Rao realized its importance.
- She missed the subtleties of flavor and the warnings about dangers like spoiled milk.
Lulu's Chicken Jackpot
- Lulu, Tejal Rao's dog, found a rotisserie chicken under a bush.
- Every day since, Lulu returns to the spot, demonstrating a smell map.
