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Episode Synopsis
A lively debate unfolds over why ornithologists give birds whimsical names like “Blue-Footed Booby,” while astronomers stick to ultra-practical labels like “Very Large Telescope.” Humor meets history as users explore the quirks, controversies, and evolving ethics of scientific naming, with birdwatchers sharing their favorite ridiculous examples and speculating on what’s next for renaming efforts.
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