Published OnJanuary 24, 2025

EPISODE 3 - Bananas: The Fruit That Cloned Itself to the Top

Lily and Buster uncover the fascinating history of the Gros Michel and Cavendish bananas, explaining how monoculture spelled disaster for one and risks the future of the other. From comedic banana peel antics to Andy Warhol’s art, they trace bananas' quirky role in pop culture. The episode concludes with a debate on whether bananas are a global dietary hero or a looming agricultural crisis.

Chapters (3)

The Banana Chronicles, Part One: From Gros Michel to Cavendish
Bananas in Entertainment and Pop Culture
Bananas: The Perfect Fruit or Cultural Conundrum?

About the podcast

What the Fact?! is your bite-sized blast of bizarre trivia, hosted by the polished Lily Vogue and the folksy Buster McGillicuddy. In under 10 minutes, they’ll serve up mind-blowing facts, quick laughs, and plenty of “did you know?” moments—perfect for curious minds on the go. Tune in, geek out, and share the weirdness! A production of the AI Learning Lab and the AI Salon! (theSalon.ai)

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