No Such Thing As A Fish 548: No Such Thing As Radioactive Jenga
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Sep 12, 2024 Join a lively discussion featuring quirky topics like whimsical structures and extreme sports tourism. The humor continues with the connection between vasectomies and March Madness, and some wacky political trivia. Learn about the intriguing Miller mushroom and its amusing misadventures. Giggle at the creative marketing of medical procedures during sports events, as well as playful anecdotes about architecture and wild remedies for hiccups. Dive into environmental humor with frog saunas designed to tackle chytrid fungus and explore delightful cultural quirks.
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Bungee Tower Proposal
- The Chicago World's Fair considered a 200-person bungee jump as a rival to the Eiffel Tower.
- This idea, alongside others, was proposed in "The Devil and the White City" by Erik Larson.
Toboggan Tower
- One proposal for the Chicago World's Fair included a massive tower with toboggan runs to New York, Boston, and Baltimore.
- The proposer, J.B. McCumber, stated the cost was "of secondary importance."
Political Dynasties
- The 2024 US election will be the first since 1976 without a Bush, Clinton, or Biden on the ticket.
- This includes vice presidential candidates.