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Ben Franklin is deeply embedded in the American ethos. In this episode, Jon and Kurt marvel at his successes and share some of his lesser known accomplishments.
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Have you ever wondered where the terms “Quack Doctor” or “Snake Oil Salesman” come from? Jon and Kurt discuss this topic and more in this week’s episode of Smart Drivel.
In the early 1900s, cocaine tablets could be purchased at any pharmacy or even the Sears Roebuck catalogue. Coca-Cola used cocaine in its beverage recipe until 1903. Tune into this week’s episode of Smart Drivel and learn more about antiquated medical practices.
During the Middle Ages, barbers performed a variety of medical procedures including bloodletting. The classic red and white striped pole advertised “Barber-Surgeon” services with the red stripe representing blood & the white stripe representing bandages. Episode 94: Smart Drivel
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Medicine and medical treatments have, thankfully, evolved over the years. With the luxury of being able to look backwards in time, @jellenthal and @KurtMSchneider8 laugh at some of the more questionable healing practices.
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College students often credit NoDoz as the best hangover cure. But does the way you consume it make it more effective? Listen to episode 92 and join the conversation.
Pedialyte, Gatorade, and pickle juice are three of the most common remedies for a hangover. Tune into episode 92 - Your Next Hangover - and join the conversation.
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We’ve all been there: you are having a really good time at the party and imbibe just a wee bit too much. In this episode, Jon and Kurt discuss some of the more creative, oldest, and just plain odd hangover remedies.
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A Snake Milker is a very important job as snake venom is used by researchers to develop drugs that treat heart disease, high blood pressure & blood clots. Tune into episode 91 to learn more about unique jobs.
A person employed as a Chicken Sexer is responsible for separating the male and female chicks. The female chicks are raised for egg & meat production while the male chicks are often disposed of. Jon & Kurt discuss unique employment opportunities this week on Smart Drivel.
The Oshiya or “pushers” in Japan are employed to fit as many people as possible into subway train cars. Interested in more unique jobs? Tune into episode 91 - You Get Paid For That?
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There are people out there who have incredibly unique professions. Jon and Kurt have fun unearthing some of the most bizarre of these jobs and sharing them with their listeners.
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