Vaguely Scientific #199: Let Your Hair Down

About this episode

Jim and Derek discuss the feasibility of Rapunzel's story and the possibility of domesticated bears with guest Ben Burns.

In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Ben Burns to discuss whether or not Rapunzel could happen. Yes, that's a very broad question. Then, could we domesticate bears? Ben Burns is a regular on the Blood on the Clocktower Twitch and YouTube channels, and appears many other places that Blood on the Clocktower can be found! Panelists: Jim, Derek, Ben Burns

People in this episode

Hosts: Jim, Derek

Guest: Ben Burns

Topics covered

• Rapunzel
• domestication of bears

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Let Your Hair Down, Rapunzel, Blood on the Clocktower

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