The Big Myth Bust: What We Thought We Knew

This week we debunk 20 popular myths in this lighthearted yet insightful episode. From Napoleon’s height and the Great Wall’s visibility from space to whether bulls truly hate red, we combines history, science, and humor to clarify some long-standing misconceptions.

Key Takeaways

Some of the Key Myths Explored:

• Napoleon Wasn’t Short: Propaganda from his enemies led to this myth, but Napoleon’s height was average for his time.
• The Great Wall Can’t Be Seen from Space: Astronauts confirm this widespread claim is false.
• Bulls Don’t Hate Red: Bulls are colorblind to red; they react to motion, not the cape’s color.
• Lightning Can Strike the Same Place Twice: Tall structures like the Empire State Building prove this true every year.
• The Five-Second Rule is a Myth: Bacteria transfer to food almost instantly, regardless of time.

Curt’s Stuff for the Week

Win for the Week: Completed a 3 shelf shoe rack from free wood pallets for the entrance of my house and family room. Resource, Tip or Hack: New album by Jason Isbell - Foxes in the Snow Quote: "Get your facts first, then you can distort them as you please." – Mark Twain

Joe’s Stuff for the Week

Win for the week: Father-in-laws Chicken and Dumplings Resource: Unwashed Farm Fresh Eggs Quote: “Trust, but verify.”

• Ronald Reagan

Final Thoughts

It’s okay to challenge what we think we know. Whether it’s debunking myths or celebrating small personal victories, it’s all part of the journey toward progress. Tune in for laughs, learning, and a reminder that progress is better than perfection—so just keep moving forward, dudes. Website: dudesinprogress.comEmail: [e-mail] You can support the show by visiting dudesinprogress.com/support. Visit our Facebook page HERE and our Twitter page HERE