The Reality Check

TRC #126: Future Babble Review + Ancient Number Systems + Camel Hump Myth


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Darren reviews Dan Gardner's latest book "Future Babble". Xander explains why clocks and protractors have weird numbers. Elan answers the question: Do camels carry water in their humps?

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