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Good Job, Brain!

263: Hard Mode

Nov 21, 2023
A trivia-filled podcast episode explores hard topics like the controversy over the tallest snowman, the history of cochineal beetles, and the evolution of challenging puzzles. Dive into the world of hard seltzers and the rise and fall of Zima while learning about difficult games and magical characters from What If World.
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Quick takeaways

  • Solving generation puzzles requires years of dedication and meditation, becoming enduring installations.
  • The rise of hard seltzers reflects evolving preferences for low sugar, carb-conscious alcoholic options.

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Puzzles that Last Generations

The concept of generation puzzles, such as the 341,718,750 move generation puzzle lock, challenges solvers over a span of years, requiring immense time and dedication to unravel. These puzzles, like Jacobs's Ladder with 1.3 decillion turns, become meditative exercises that may never see completion, existing as enduring installations rather than simply solvable challenges.

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