Podcast Summary
Game of Thrones houses: The hosts had a lively debate about their preferred Game of Thrones houses, with reasons ranging from cultural appeal to loyalty and protection.
During a recent podcast episode, the hosts discussed their hypothetical participation in the Game of Thrones universe and the houses they would choose to belong to. Ellis brought up the topic by sharing his enjoyment of House of the Dragon and a random thought about which family and position he would prefer. The conversation then evolved into a lively debate among the hosts about their preferred houses and reasons for their choices. Some mentioned their attraction to the Dothraki for their strong creed and culture, while others preferred the Kingsguard for its loyalty and protection. The discussion showcased the hosts' creativity and enthusiasm for the Game of Thrones universe. Additionally, they encouraged their audience to engage with their content on Patreon for exclusive, tailored shows.
Humor and music: The speakers shared jokes, reminisced about past experiences, and discussed their favorite albums, creating a lighthearted and enjoyable conversation.
The conversation between the speakers touched upon various topics, including humor, music, and everyday experiences. The speakers shared jokes, reminisced about past experiences, and discussed their favorite albums. One notable moment was when they discovered that Anderson Paak was embarking on a Malibu tour, and they expressed their excitement about attending the concert. Despite the occasional inappropriate or offensive jokes, the overall tone of the conversation was lighthearted and enjoyable. The speakers demonstrated a strong bond and a shared sense of humor, making for an engaging and entertaining conversation.
Historical medical practices, modern errors: Babies were once operated on without anesthetic and roughly 22,000 people die in the UK every year due to medical errors, highlighting the importance of awareness and advancements in medical practices.
During a lively discussion, various disturbing facts were shared, ranging from historical medical practices to personal anecdotes. One of the most shocking revelations was that babies were once operated on without anesthetic, with the belief that their nervous systems weren't developed enough to feel pain. Another disturbing fact was that roughly 22,000 people die in the UK every year due to medical errors. The conversation also touched on bizarre cruise ship practices, such as announcing random ice cream parties when the morgue is full. Additionally, it was mentioned that men and women's brains react differently to unattractive people – for men, the annoyance center is activated, while for women, the part of the brain associated with inanimate objects lights up. Overall, the discussion highlighted the importance of being aware of the world around us and the sometimes-disturbing realities that exist.
Animal behavior, Human experiences: Cats meow to seek human attention, while dogs prefer squishy toys due to their resemblance to animal sounds. Humans might find flies disturbing due to their large population and association with decay.
The passage discusses various intriguing facts and personal experiences, including the feeling of being outnumbered by older people in the world, the presence of 17 million flies per human, cats' meowing to mimic human babies, and dogs' preference for squishy toys. Another topic touched upon is the speakers' favorite snacks. A noteworthy fact revealed is that cats meow to solicit human attention, and dogs like squishy toys due to their resemblance to the sounds of animals dying. The conversation also includes a brief mention of the reason why some people might find the presence of flies disturbing. Overall, the passage offers an entertaining and thought-provoking exploration of various topics, from the human condition to animal behavior and personal preferences.
Food and Protests: The speaker appreciates indulgent foods and has discovered new favorites, and also admires creative protests, such as bin men refusing to collect trash and farmers dropping manure.
The speaker has a strong appreciation for indulgent foods, particularly sweets, and has discovered new favorites like Whole Foods cookies and kimchi fried rice, despite their potential spiciness or high sugar content. He also expresses admiration for the French and their creative protests, recalling instances of bin men refusing to collect trash and farmers dropping manure as forms of protest. The speaker seems to enjoy trying new things and expresses excitement about bringing in Mars ice cream bars and Mr. Kipling's lemon slices with a creamy center for others to try. Overall, the speaker's tone is enthusiastic and passionate about food and the unique ways people express dissent.
Olympic protests: Parisians plan to protest the Paris Olympics by filling the River Seine with human feces due to government's decision to spend $1.2 billion on cleaning it for swimming events despite ongoing poverty and unswimmability issues
The upcoming Olympics in Paris have sparked controversy due to the significant funds being spent on cleaning the River Seine for swimming events, despite its long-term unswimmability and ongoing poverty issues in the city. Parisians have expressed their discontent towards the government's decision, with some going as far as planning a "shit flash mob" to protest the initiative. Despite President Emmanuel Macron's vow to swim in the river himself, the event was ultimately postponed. The controversy highlights the ongoing debate about the financial burden and potential chaos that comes with hosting international sporting events. The French government allocated $1.2 billion to clean the river, and Parisians have devised a plan to fill it with human feces on the day of the event. The protest gained traction on social media, with memes and a website dedicated to informing people when to defecate into the river to reach it in time for the event. This incident showcases the passionate reactions and creative protests that often accompany major sporting events and the financial strain faced by cities hosting them.
Olympic costs: The Olympics have historically resulted in financial losses for host cities, with the IOC taking a significant portion of revenue, and temporary or overstated benefits, while only Los Angeles has made a profit.
The Olympics, despite the massive costs involved, have proven to be a money-losing venture for most host cities. The IOC takes a significant portion of the revenue generated, leaving the host cities struggling to break even. The jobs and tourism benefits are often temporary or overstated, and the infrastructure improvements can be costly to maintain. Only one city, Los Angeles, has ever made a profit from hosting the Olympics, and that was in 1984. The discussion also touched upon the current water quality issues in the UK and the potential impact on the upcoming Olympic events. The speaker expressed his skepticism about the wisdom of allowing the games to proceed in such circumstances.
Olympic benefits: Effectively leveraging Olympic opportunities brings significant benefits, including increased tourism and political prestige, but only if cities prioritize and plan accordingly.
Hosting the Olympics can bring significant benefits, such as increased tourism and political prestige, but only if the hosting city is able to effectively leverage these opportunities. The discussion highlighted how cities like Los Angeles have successfully used the Olympics to their advantage by negotiating with the Olympic Committee and generating buzz around their hosting. However, other cities seem to have forgotten the importance of tourism and attention that comes with hosting the Olympics. The speaker suggested that perhaps cities with less affluence could benefit more from hosting the Olympics as they would gain more exposure and potential long-term tourism benefits. The speaker also acknowledged the political and prestige benefits that come with hosting the Olympics, but emphasized the importance of effectively utilizing these benefits to maximize the impact on the city. Overall, the Olympics can be a valuable investment if executed correctly, but it requires careful planning and execution to fully reap the rewards.