Leap into the 29 days of February with our latest episode on Leap Year! Learn the science behind why we get an extra day every four years, then delve into the superstitions and numerology surrounding this mystical 366th day: from allowing women to propose marriage to ne'er a good sheep year to the impact of Leap Year on romance, you'll get all the info you need to impress your friends this Saturday.

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