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Behind the scenes at the Nathan’s Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest

We were given the opportunity to judge the event, which generates billions of dollars in publicity for the brand every year. After more than 100 years, the event proved it could still surprise. By Jonathan Maze on Jul. 07, 2022
Photograph by Jonathan Maze

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