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Listen "From Fish Burgers to Battlefield Blunders: Exploring the Origins of the Filet-O-Fish, Activision Achievement Patches, and the Battle of Kará"
Episode Synopsis
The Facts: First, we delve into the origins of the McDonald's Filet-O-Fish sandwich, which was created in the 1960s by a franchise owner who noticed a drop in sales during Lent. Next, we learn about Activision's Achievement Patches, which were introduced in the 1980s as a way to reward gamers for achieving high scores and completing difficult challenges. Finally, we dive into the bizarre and tragic tale of the Battle of Karánsebes, a military skirmish in 18th century Austria that was sparked by a drunken miscommunication and resulted in hundreds of casualties. Tune in to hear these fascinating stories and more! VOTE HERE Facebook/Instagram/Twitter: @factoffpod Email: [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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