EPISODE · Jan 31, 2023 · 15 MIN
CITIZENSHIP DENIED: The Woman Who Was Literally Too Annoying for Switzerland
from Strange Scapes · host Adam and Ronna
First, we dive into the TikTok trend that has everyone’s nostrils flaring. We’re talking about "Vancian"—the new pheromone obsession where people are dabbing their own natural scents behind their ears to attract a partner. Is it evolutionary science, or just a biological biohazard? We break down the viral craze, the "natural perfume" claims, and why your scent might be saying more about you than your dating profile ever could.Then, we travel to Switzerland for a story that proves "polite" is a legal requirement. Meet the woman who has been repeatedly denied citizenship for one incredible reason: she’s just too annoying. From complaining about cowbells to critiquing local traditions, her neighbors have officially voted her out. We look at the legalities of being a nuisance, the power of a community veto, and what happens when your personality becomes a matter of national security.
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First, we dive into the TikTok trend that has everyone’s nostrils flaring. We’re talking about "Vancian"—the new pheromone obsession where people are dabbing their own natural scents behind their ears to attract a partner. Is it evolutionary science, or just a biological biohazard? We break down the viral craze, the "natural perfume" claims, and why your scent might be saying more about you than your dating profile ever could.Then, we travel to Switzerland for a story that proves "polite" is a legal requirement. Meet the woman who has been repeatedly denied citizenship for one incredible reason: she’s just too annoying. From complaining about cowbells to critiquing local traditions, her neighbors have officially voted her out. We look at the legalities of being a nuisance, the power of a community veto, and what happens when your personality becomes a matter of national security.
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