
 Short & Curly Should grown-ups lie to you?
 Jan 2, 2024 
 The podcast explores the fear of needles and the concept of the 'needle ninja' who rewards bravery. It discusses the ethics of lying to children for their benefit and the distinction between bribes and rewards. The hosts reflect on the impact of learning the story of the needle ninja isn't true and discuss a pretend needle incident. 
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 Introduction 
 00:00 • 1min 
 Needles: Fear, Fiction, and Parental Lies 
 01:28 • 9min 
 The Needle Ninja and Ethical Dilemmas 
 10:02 • 8min 
 Bribes, Rewards, and the Needle Ninja 
 17:35 • 2min 
 Reflecting on the Story of the Needle Ninja 
 19:48 • 2min 
 Pretend Needle Stabbing and Brainstrass Callout 
 21:24 • 2min 
