No Such Thing As A Fish 529: No Such Thing As A Badger Love Note
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May 2, 2024 Topics discussed include flying, canning, paging, and leeching. From the challenges faced by flight attendants in the 1950s to the bizarre espionage tale involving the KGB, the podcast delves into intriguing historical anecdotes. Additionally, it touches on the study of oceans through 1980s fish tins and the quirky history of canned food, along with leeches in literature and medicine. The episode wraps up with a humorous look at the rise and fall of pagers, from school kids' popularity to association with drug dealers.
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Alcohol Charts of the Sky
- In the 1950s, flight attendants used an "alcohol chart of the sky" to determine when they could serve alcohol.
- This was due to varying dry state laws applying to airspace above each state.
Stewardess in the 1950s
- Being a "stewardess" in the 1950s was a unique experience, specifically for women.
- A 1971 lawsuit highlighted sexism and homophobia within the airline industry regarding male flight attendants.
Turbulence and Chefs
- Dan Schreiber recounts a terrifying experience with turbulence on a flight from Dubai.
- His lasting thought during the ordeal was the surprising presence of chefs in first class.