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1046: Blind Driver, Smile Size, & Cat Talk

Sep 24, 2026 · 1h 3m

Summary

Sarah shares her emotional first mammogram experience, highlighting the vulnerability of preventative care and praising the kindness of the tech. The hosts discuss the dangers of e-bikes after Lincoln’s son had a close call, and they react with horror to the viral Hyrox competitor who defecated during a race. They also cover a blind man arrested for drunk driving 150 miles, analyze why smiles in yearbooks have widened over time, and decode cat meows based on new scientific research.

Topics discussed

Episode 1046 intro and sponsor mention Mammogram experience and emotional reactions Lincoln's e-bike accident and head safety Rocket Money: managing bills and subscriptions Hyrox competitor's on-course diarrhea incident Etsy bedding and holiday shopping tips Blind man drives 150 miles while drunk Study on widening smiles in photos over time Brodo bone broth for meal bases Why cats meow at their owners MyFICO: checking your credit score Mr. T documentary and cultural legacy Outro and listener feedback request
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