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Is It True What They Say About A Man With Big Feet?

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“You know what they say about men with big feet…” But is there actually any truth to it? This week, Teresa takes a closer look at one of the most well-known—and most whispered—myths out there. From a real clinical study that measured over 100 men (yes, really) to the surprisingly specific way scientists even measure this kind of thing, we break down what the data actually says. But the story doesn’t stop there. Where did this idea even come from? Why did it stick around for so long? And how did everything from ancient Greek beauty standards to early 20th-century shoe sizing—and even WWII-era locker room humor—help turn this into a global joke? Thanks to UnknownBone [https://x.com/unknownbon68494] for the episode idea. Linktr.ee [https://linktr.ee/andnowyouknow] for all the ways to listen and get in touch

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Portada del episodio Is It True What They Say About A Man With Big Feet?

Is It True What They Say About A Man With Big Feet?

“You know what they say about men with big feet…” But is there actually any truth to it? This week, Teresa takes a closer look at one of the most well-known—and most whispered—myths out there. From a real clinical study that measured over 100 men (yes, really) to the surprisingly specific way scientists even measure this kind of thing, we break down what the data actually says. But the story doesn’t stop there. Where did this idea even come from? Why did it stick around for so long? And how did everything from ancient Greek beauty standards to early 20th-century shoe sizing—and even WWII-era locker room humor—help turn this into a global joke? Thanks to UnknownBone [https://x.com/unknownbon68494] for the episode idea. Linktr.ee [https://linktr.ee/andnowyouknow] for all the ways to listen and get in touch

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Portada del episodio How Can A Trumpet Only Have Three Keys, Yet Play All The Notes?

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