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Podcast: An Americanist
Episode: Vacation Weight Gain, Barcode Tattoos, and 80s Nostalgia: Stories You Won't Hear Elsewhere
Description: TALK TO ME, TEXT ITWelcome back! After a brief hiatus for a Tunica getaway (where I may have strayed from my diet and gained three pounds—but who's counting?), I'm diving into three bizarre stories that mainstream media won't cover. Take a break from the usual news cycle with these fascinating tales that highlight the strange and wonderful world we live in.First up: a Swiss woman so devoted to Red Bull that she spent $600 on a functional barcode tattoo that actually works at self-checkout registers! Complete with a worm design chomping on the co...