The Weirdest Thing I Learned This Week Hockey English, Lasagna Power, How to Find the Light
Feb 12, 2025
Paleontologist Riley Black, known for her insightful books on prehistoric life, joins to unravel a plant mystery involving brassica species and their phototropism. The discussion takes a quirky turn with Amanda exploring how leftover lasagna can be transformed into a power source. Rachel dives into the cultural nuances of 'hockey English,' shedding light on how accents reveal Canadian and U.S. identities in the sport. Each segment blends humor with fascinating scientific insights, making it a delightful and informative listen.
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Lasagna Cell
- Store leftovers in a steel pan with aluminum foil, and you might see black spots.
- This is called a "lasagna cell" and is a fun example of galvanic corrosion.
Lasagna Cell Components
- A lasagna cell, like any battery, contains a cathode, anode, and electrolyte.
- The salty food acts as the electrolyte, the aluminum foil as the anode, and the steel pan as the cathode.
Hockey and Accents
- Rachel Feltman saw a study about hockey players' accents and connected it to the show Letterkenny.
- She also did martial arts barefoot on ice at a hockey game.
