

598: No Such Thing As Quantum Baseball
21 snips Aug 28, 2025
Dive into a whirlwind of quirky facts like flaming baptisms and statue defacement. The hosts tackle absurd topics, from alien theories to linguistic jokes about astronaut names. Enjoy humorous anecdotes about Karl Marx and falling hiccups proposed by Andy Murray. They explore fascinating geographical trivia about French Guiana and reflect on historical oddities, weaving in personal tales and playful banter. Get ready for a jovial mix of history, culture, and laughter!
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Coincidences Don't Equal Proof
- Audience submissions can turn coincidences into elaborate “proofs” like Neil Armstrong backwards reading as 'Mr. Alien'.
- The hosts treat such examples as amusing curiosities rather than serious evidence.
Huttese Echoes Quechua
- Jorge Murillo noted many South Americans can pick out Huttese words because George Lucas borrowed from Quechua.
- James and the panel point out recognizable loanwords like alpaca and guano in English.
Language Built To Fit Film Mouthings
- Klingon dialog in the first filmed scenes was mouthing nonsense and the language was later constructed to match those mouth movements.
- This shows film production can drive language design, not the other way around.