AI-powered
podcast player
Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features
No Such Thing As A Fish
525: No Such Thing As A Clenched Shin
Apr 4, 2024
Explore the dismissal of the original Porky Pig voice actor, historical treatments for stuttering, the mystery of carrot sound effects, a unique bus service from London to Calcutta in the 1950s, a journey across countries interrupted by the Iranian revolution, the evolution of protective equipment in ice hockey, and cultural practices regarding sex, marriage, and fertility.
57:07
AI Summary
AI Chapters
Episode notes
Podcast summary created with Snipd AI
Quick takeaways
- Porky Pig's famous stutter was intentionally added to distinguish him from other characters, facing criticism for its portrayal of disability.
- Historical treatments for stuttering included drastic measures like cutting the tongue and meat-based diets, reflecting misconceptions about speech disorders.
Deep dives
The Origin of the Porky Pig's Voice
The original voice of Porky Pig got fired for having a stutter, leading to the famous stutter in the character's voice. Mel Blanc eventually took over the role, deviating from the original vocal style created by Joe Doreti. The decision to give Porky Pig a stutter was intentional to distinguish him from other characters. This decision faced criticism for its treatment of a disability.
Get the Snipd
podcast app
Unlock the knowledge in podcasts with the podcast player of the future.
AI-powered
Discover
highlights
Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode
Save any
moment
Hear something you like? Tap your headphones to save it with AI-generated key takeaways
Share
& Export
Send highlights to Twitter, WhatsApp or export them to Notion, Readwise & more
AI-powered
podcast player
Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features
Discover
highlights
Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode