Chapter
Houdini's Stomach Punch Trick
41:59 - 46:24 (04:24)
The podcast discusses the myth that anyone can punch you in the stomach and you can make your stomach strong so it won't hurt, including the story of a college student who asked Houdini about it backstage and the mystery surrounding whether Houdini gave permission to a man who punched him in the stomach.
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The hosts discuss the possibility of doing a Harry Houdini episode around Halloween.
41:59 - 42:23 (00:24)
Summary
The hosts discuss the possibility of doing a Harry Houdini episode around Halloween.
ChapterHoudini's Stomach Punch Trick
EpisodeThe Appendix: No Respect
PodcastStuff You Should Know
This podcast episode touches on the function of the appendix, the claim that anyone can make their stomach strong to avoid getting hurt, and the story of Houdini's death.
42:23 - 44:18 (01:54)
Summary
This podcast episode touches on the function of the appendix, the claim that anyone can make their stomach strong to avoid getting hurt, and the story of Houdini's death.
ChapterHoudini's Stomach Punch Trick
EpisodeThe Appendix: No Respect
PodcastStuff You Should Know
The death of Harry Houdini is shrouded in mystery, with conflicting accounts of how he sustained a fatal injury.
44:18 - 46:24 (02:06)
Summary
The death of Harry Houdini is shrouded in mystery, with conflicting accounts of how he sustained a fatal injury. Some believe that he was punched in the appendix without his consent, while others believe that he was already suffering from appendicitis and the punch exacerbated his condition.