Hey Riddle Riddle #12: Three Men and A Riddle Lady with Justin McElroy
Oct 10, 2018
Guest Justin McElroy (The Adventure Zone, MBMBAM) joins as the Baron of Brainteasers to solve riddles and puzzles. They discuss word riddles, misinterpreted facial expressions, and avoiding tropes in riddles. Also, Rocket Money is introduced as a personal finance app. The hosts explore the deadly letter riddle and engage in humorous banter.
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Using Riddles to Cope
- Justin McElroy used lateral thinking puzzles to distract his wife during a tough week in the NICU.
- This approach helped lift their spirits amid a stressful personal experience.
Green Glass Door Explained
- The "green glass door" riddle is solved by identifying the pattern of double letters.
- Words that contain double letters can pass through the green glass door, while others cannot.
Fake Medals Revealed
- A pawnshop owner identifies a fake medal from World War I or II based on historical knowledge.
- This shows how historical context can reveal authenticity in collectibles.