Mammal Math & Stadium Slapstick 470

This week on Hysteria 51 , we’re tackling two stories that prove nature and sports both have a wildly unhinged sense of humor. First up: science says blocking reproduction may be linked to longer lifespans in mammals —with a large analysis across 117 species suggesting animals that were sterilized or given contraception lived about 10% longer on average . It’s the ultimate “live long and prosper” headline… with a twist that’ll make every mammal in the room cross its legs and reconsider its life choices. Then we pivot to baseball’s most statistically improbable “sorry about your face” moment: the legendary tale of Phillies great Richie Ashburn , who once hit a foul ball that struck a fan— and then struck the same fan again during the same at-bat as she was being carried away. It’s slapstick destiny, but with stadium seating. So if you like your weird news podcast with longevity science , evolutionary trade-offs , and a side of baseball history so absurd it sounds invented , hit play and let’s get strange. Links & Resources 📌 Unsullied Longevity 📌 Just a Bit Outside... Email us your favorite WEIRD news stories: weird@hysteria51.com Support the Show Get exclusive content & perks as well as an ad and sponsor free experience at from just $1 Shop Be the Best Dressed at your Cult Meeting! See Privacy Policy at and California Privacy Notice at .

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Mammal Math & Stadium Slapstick 470 is an episode from Hysteria 51 by ForthHand Media.

This episode is 00:30:34 long.

This episode was published on Jan 14, 2026.

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