No Such Thing As A Fish Little Fish: Not Sponsored By Reba McEntire
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Jan 18, 2026 Curious facts abound as hosts delve into the surprising number of Reba McEntire-themed corn mazes across the U.S. They explore the bizarre production origins of Cruel Intentions 2 and how Batman costumes boost seat offers. Uncover the story of Clyde Barrow's self-amputation for freedom and hear about revolutionary jet engine blade technology. From moon explosions to lassoing icebergs, this is a wild ride through the oddities of history and culture!
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Batman Increases Seat-Giving On Trains
- A Nature study found people were more likely to give up seats to a pregnant woman when someone dressed as Batman was present.
- Presence of an attention-grabbing character increased seat-offering from 37% to 67%, suggesting social cues and attention matter more than explicit moral reminders.
Saint-Saëns Composed The First Film Score
- Camille Saint-Saëns appears to have composed the first documented film score in 1908 for The Assassination of the Duke of Guise.
- The 15-minute score represented a major early example of a composer creating music tied to a specific film.
No Apostrophe Due To Quebec Language Rules
- Tim Hortons uses no apostrophe partly because apostrophes are illegal in Quebec signage to protect the French language.
- The hosts note this causes mixed reactions among Canadians depending on cultural and political views.
