No Such Thing As A Fish 503: No Such Thing As Meat Cute
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Nov 2, 2023 In this podcast, the hosts discuss fizzy drinks and the invention of Fanta, the accidental discovery of carbonated water, the invention of drink packages and unusual ingredients, the achievements of Fomega and Marta in women's football, using a bone or frozen poop to escape a freezer, the secret butcher language called 'Wretched Hub Clat', and the first wireless headset microphone made for Kate Bush's tour.
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Fizzy Water’s Urine Anecdote
- Joseph Priestley accidentally invented fizzy water using a machine with a pig's bladder.
- His friend John Nuth claimed the water tasted like urine, sparking controversy over its flavor and origins.
Formiga’s Olympic Football Legacy
- Brazilian footballer Formiga played in every Olympic women's football tournament since its inception.
- Her career highlights how women's football overcame legal and social bans in Brazil and beyond.
Women’s Football Outplays Men’s
- A study found women's football is more exciting and less risk-averse compared to men's football.
- Women's teams make longer passes and play more dynamically, making the game more engaging to watch.