Wing-Flavored Martinis?! + Harvard Ends Grade Inflation | Mailbag 227

Welcome back to the This is True Really News Mailbag (Episode 227)! We’re diving into the deep end of the "You've Got To Be Kidding Me" pool today with stories ranging from medical mysteries to the decline of the Ivy League.In this episode:The 26 Hair Tie Miracle: A "no-kill" rescue shelter saves Midnight the cat after a shocking discovery during surgery. It turns out "intestinal blockage" is just code for "hair accessory buffet."The Protein-ini? Buffalo Wild Wings celebrated National Espresso Martini Day with a drink that involves dry rub, protein, and a whole lot of confusion. Is it a cocktail or a chicken wing?Harvard’s Grading "Crisis": With nearly 80% of students receiving A's, Harvard is finally trying to bring back the bell curve. We discuss "compression at the top" and why a Harvard GPA has become mathematically meaningless.Mailbag & Comments: We check in with Lisa, Riley, and Janine to talk about London's $150 "coffee pollutant" fines, the great tax exodus, and why England might be jumping off the metaphorical Golden Gate Bridge.Topics covered:Pet safety and hair tiesNational Espresso Martini Day (The B-Dubs version)Harvard grade inflation and the new 20% capDUI laws in Minnesota vs. North DakotaThe state of the UK and the "What Wipe" Starmer eraSupport the show!If you enjoyed the banter, make sure to like, subscribe, and leave a comment below. Does your cat eat weird things, or did you get an "Easy A" in college? Let us know!#ThisIsTrue #ReallyNews #Harvard #GradeInflation #PetSafety #Mailbag #EspressoMartini #CommonSense