Lateral with Tom Scott

23: Naval gazing

Mar 17, 2023
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INSIGHT

Why Naval Salutes Face Down

  • Royal Navy salutes palm down to avoid showing tar-stained hands to superior officers.
  • The historical practice explains a persistent visual difference between naval and other service salutes.
ANECDOTE

Cellist Riddle Reveals Costume Clue

  • Karen posed a fictional murder riddle about a cellist found dead with odd clothing details.
  • The panel deduced a miniskirt was inconsistent with a performing cellist, flagging the scene as suspicious.
INSIGHT

Upside-Down Arches For PR

  • A McDonald's branch in California flipped its golden arches upside down to make a "W" for International Women's Day.
  • The stunt was a visual, publicity-focused gesture rather than substantive support.
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