Episode 723
723. Occasionally Eating Roof Icicles
Risky or Not? · Don Schaffner and Ben Chapman
January 22, 202519m 47s
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Show Notes
Dr. Don and Professor Ben talk about the risks from occasionally eating icicles off your roof.
Dr. Don - not risky 👍🏼 Professor Ben - not risky 👍🏼
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