Drunk History season 1 episode 6 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
Dr. John Kellogg runs a strict sanitarium in Michigan, where his brother Will creates corn flakes by accident. A conflict arises when Will wants to add sugar, leading to the creation of Kellogg Toasted Flakes Company. Meanwhile, Ralph Nader, concerned about car safety, especially seat belts, writes "Unsafe at Any Speed" and battles General Motors. Houdini, initially involved in spiritualism, becomes a critic after a failed séance with Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's wife and dedicates himself to exposing fake mediums, ultimately dying from appendicitis complications.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What lifestyle did Dr. John Kellogg advocate in his sanitarium?
He advocated no sex, meat, alcohol, sugar, or anything sensual.
How did Will Kellogg discover corn flakes?
He accidentally ground moldy dough, which led to the creation of corn flakes.
What conflict arose between the Kellogg brothers regarding corn flakes?
Will wanted to add sugar to corn flakes, against John's Seventh-Day Adventist beliefs.
Who was Ralph Nader, and what was his concern?
Ralph Nader was a Harvard graduate concerned about car safety, particularly the lack of seat belts.
What did Ralph Nader's book "Unsafe at Any Speed" criticize?
It criticized General Motors' safety standards, particularly their stance against seat belts.
How did General Motors attempt to discredit Ralph Nader?
They sent women to entrap him in a compromising position at a supermarket.
What was Houdini's stance on spiritualism?
He initially participated in spiritualist acts but later became a strong critic, seeking to expose fake mediums.
How did Houdini's friendship with Sir Arthur Conan Doyle affect his views on spiritualism?
Doyle's strong belief in spiritualism and a misleading séance with his wife led Houdini to actively debunk spiritualism.
What led to Houdini's death?
He died from complications of appendicitis, which was worsened by a punch from a college student.
Did Houdini's wife succeed in contacting him after his death?
No, despite conducting séances for ten years, she never succeeded and eventually gave up.