What happens when an outrageous campaign to clothe all animals for the sake of decency takes the world by storm? Get ready to laugh as we explore the bizarre and hilarious history of the Society for Indecency to Naked Animals (SINA), formed in 1959. Discover how witnessing two cows mating on the side of the road with a dog in the middle led to the creation of an organization with the motto "Decency today means morality tomorrow," and a mission to cover animals in clothing – even going as far as airdropping apparel onto a cow pasture!
Dive into the absurdity of SINA's most famous protest, the 1960 Walter episode, where members of the organization entered a television studio with a dressed-up dog named Walter, claiming he was a victim of nakedness. Hear about the aftermath of the episode, including an appearance on CBS News with Walter Cronkite and the revelation that the organization's president, Prout, was actually a fake name created by renowned hoaxer Alan Abel.
Reflect on the power of fear and how it can drive people to latch onto ridiculous causes like SINA. Consider why individuals involved in such strange movements often never admit their participation afterward and how cell phones would have been useful during this time for capturing the comedic potential of these outlandish events. Don't miss this episode that delves into the absurdity of SINA and leaves you questioning the sanity of humanity and laughing at the peculiarities of it all.
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