Strange News: Russian Plague, New Dinosaurs, Bank of America and More
Summary
Hosts Matt, Noel, and Ben discuss a tragic Six Flags accident and the "Hollow Harvest" study revealing modern vegetables are half as nutritious as they were in the 1960s. The episode covers a suspected pneumonic plague leak in Russia, the CIA's investigation into alien DNA, and the arrest of Germany's former spy chief on treason charges. They also analyze a $1.2 billion Bank of America fine, a new tiger-sized dinosaur discovery, and an NCAA point-shaving scandal.
Topics discussed
Intro and host introductions
Goliath roller coaster fatality and safety concerns
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Declining nutritional value of modern vegetables
Plague outbreak in Russia and bioweapon suspicions
CIA investigation into alien DNA via ancestry tests
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Federal investigation into Rep. Ilhan Omar
Discovery of tiger-sized dinosaur in Europe
Peru mayoral candidate named Hitler Mussolini
Weaknesses in US democratic safeguards
Explanation of point shaving in sports betting
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Bank of America money laundering penalty
German ex-spy chief arrested for treason
Political ads and the role of non-elected officials
Outro, contact info, and final sponsor reads
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