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112: Cracking the Code
FromGood Job, Brain!
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Length:
56 minutes
Released:
May 29, 2014
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
We give you the 001101000011000100110001 on the puzzling history and facts about codes, and hidden meanings! This origin story of the Enigma machine, code name quiz, and what the foxtrot is up with the NATO alphabet? Learn how James Brown, Beethoven, and Johnny Cash share a cryptic connection. And sit by the counter with a cup of joe and whistleberries so Chris can serve up the tasty (and weird) history behind coded American diner lingo.
ALSO: Lynda's Graduation quiz
ALSO: Lynda's Graduation quiz
Released:
May 29, 2014
Format:
Podcast episode
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