"Body Odor" was first coined in 1933 by the makers of Lifebuoy soap. People have always smelled, but a fear of our own scent was thrust upon us by corporations. But I wondered if maybe some people had body odor that didn't stink, but rather smelled pleasant. I remember reading that Alexander the Great had yummy B.O. I haven't showered today. So body odor has come to mind. But I think I smell good. Not a cologne or deodorant good, but sweet, a scent that my own body produces, or more likely, a scent that the bacteria on my body produces. Someone should make a bacteria-based deodorant. The microbes would eat your sweat and dead skin, and emit cologne or perfume. The only problems I could see: The bacteria gets out of control and starts eating our skin. The bacteria causes explosive diarrhea when eaten. The bacteria produces too much scent, and makes you smell like a prostitute. The bacteria scares people, so they don't buy it. We may need only apply it once. I...
Wow. That may have been the longest I've ever seen a guest on Colbert speak without being interrupted. :) Great clip.
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