Ep. 75: This week I learned America really struggled to pin down a date for Thanksgiving, and more

Update: 2017-11-24

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This week I learned about the time America celebrate Thanksgiving twice in one year, where the wishbone tradition comes from, that gluten may not be to blame for your gluten sensitivity, and that country names aren’t at all original.

To read more about any of the facts mentioned, visit TheWeek.com/Podcasts.

And if you've come across any scientific tidbits, fascinating studies, or historical revelations that you'd like to share, email me at podcasts@theweek.com.

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Ep. 75: This week I learned America really struggled to pin down a date for Thanksgiving, and more

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Ep. 75: This week I learned America really struggled to pin down a date for Thanksgiving, and more

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Ep. 75: This week I learned America really struggled to pin down a date for Thanksgiving, and more