The Audio Long Read Best of 2023: The strange survival of Guinness World Records
Dec 22, 2023
Exploring the decline and adaptation of Guinness World Records, the controversies they face, and the role of their adjudicators. It also highlights the power of meditation in achieving unexpected accomplishments and discusses the changing dynamics of the record-breaking industry.
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Introduction
00:00 • 4min
The Decline and Adaptation of Guinness World Records
03:31 • 17min
Guinness World Records and Controversies: A Dive into Publicity and Criticisms
20:50 • 4min
The Role of Guinness World Records Adjudicators
24:36 • 10min
The Power of Meditation and Unexpected Achievement in a Bicycle Race
35:05 • 2min
The Pursuit of Guinness World Records
36:47 • 9min