Blair Socci joins Dave Anthony and Gareth Reynolds to discuss math grades, ghostly occurrences in Casper, Wyoming, the eccentricities of baseball player Rube Waddell, a man who believes he is a grain of corn, America's war with the Philippines, failed egg preservation methods, stories of a mother and son in a benevolent asylum, and peculiar advertisements including a weighted candle holder for Christmas trees.
Bicycles in Manila should ride on the road and carry a bell to warn pedestrians.
A weighted candle holder has been patented to prevent accidents with Christmas tree candles catching fire.
Deep dives
Bicycles Wobbling Dangerously on Sidewalks
Bicycles in Manila are wobbling on sidewalks, posing a danger to pedestrians. The suggestion is made that bicycles should be required to ride on the road and carry a bell to warn pedestrians.
Invention to Prevent Christmas Tree Fires
A weighted candle holder has been patented to prevent accidents that occur when candles catch Christmas trees on fire. The holder maintains an upright position, preventing melted wax from damaging the floor and tree decorations.
The Bizarre Exchange about Shaving
A couple has a conversation about shaving, and the man's rough face leads to a misunderstanding and an awkward moment.
This week Dave Anthony picks a paper from a day in history and reads it to co-host Gareth Reynolds and comedian Blair Socci. Watch her new special on VEEPS