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On Weirdest Thing, we take the lofty, noble pursuit of science, and we strive to make it utterly relatable, and extremely entertaining. If you’ve ever wanted to learn about dual-penised serpents, airborne Ford Pintos, chainsaws used for childbirth, or the frozen poopsicle debacle atop Mount Everest, you should definitely take a listen. And if you were even eating a delicious seafood dinner and found yourself wondering if blood-sucking vampire fish make for a tasty meal? Well, we've got you covered. Listen to the Weirdest Thing I Learned This Week wherever you get podcasts. Listen anywhere! Spotify: https://bit.ly/WeirdestThingILearnedThisWeekSpotify Apple Podcasts: https://bit.ly/WeirdestThingILearnedThisWeekApple Google Podcasts: https://bit.ly/WeirdestThingILearnedThisWeekGoogle Stitcher: https://bit.ly/WeirdestThingILearnedThisWeekStitcher YouTube: https://bit.ly/WeirdestThingThisWeekYouTube

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This week, Rachel explores Walmart for new insect species, Jess divulges the science behind Elden Ring's corpse wax, and John talks about New York City architects hiding spires in their buildings to one-up each other. Follow Rachel: https://twitter.com/RachelFeltman https://linktr.ee/RachelFeltman Follow Jess: https://twitter.com/JessicaBoddy https://www.twitch.tv/jesscapricorn Special thanks to Quelaag, Zullie, and Trina for their work on Elden Ring lore connections! Thanks to our sponsors! Right now, get up to 55% off your subscription when you go to https://BABBEL.com/WEIRDEST Babbel—Language for life. Listen anywhere! Spotify: https://bit.ly/WeirdestThingILearnedThisWeekSpotify Apple Podcasts: https://bit.ly/WeirdestThingILearnedThisWeekApple Google Podcasts: https://bit.ly/WeirdestThingILearnedThisWeekGoogle Stitcher: https://bit.ly/WeirdestThingILearnedThisWeekStitcher YouTube: https://bit.ly/WeirdestThingThisWeekYouTube About the show: On Weirdest Thing, we take the lofty, noble pursuit of science, and we strive to make it utterly relatable, and extremely entertaining. If you’ve ever wanted to learn about dual-penised serpents, airborne Ford Pintos, chainsaws used for childbirth, or the frozen poopsicle debacle atop Mount Everest, you should definitely take a listen. And if you were even eating a delicious seafood dinner and found yourself wondering if blood-sucking vampire fish make for a tasty meal? Well, we've got you covered. Listen to the Weirdest Thing I Learned This Week wherever you get podcasts. -- GET MORE POPULAR SCIENCE https://www.popsci.com E-mail newsletter: http://pops.ci/enews Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/popsci Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/popsci Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/popsci Flipboard: https://flipboard.com/@PopularScience Podcasts: https://www.popsci.com/popular-science-podcasts


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