Podcast Summary
Space Force's New Theme Song Unveiled: The United States Space Force now has an official theme song, composed by Grimes, adding to the excitement and recognition of this new branch of the military
The United States Space Force now has an official theme song, composed by Grimes, marking the launch of the newest branch of the Armed Forces. During a game on the radio quiz show Wait Wait Don't Tell Me, the contestant, Kevin Maroney, from Stanton, Virginia, failed to identify the Space Force as the correct answer for the new branch of the Armed Forces with a theme song presented. The panelists, Negeen Farsad, Karen Chi, and Shane O'Neil, found the theme song, "Semper Supra," to be unexpectedly coral and catchy, with some even imagining dancing to it in the early 1800s. The Space Force's theme song adds to the excitement and recognition of this new branch of the military.
Unusual Current Events: Cooking with NyQuil, Leg Lengthening Surgery, and a Bite from Beyond Meat: From cooking chicken with NyQuil to undergoing leg lengthening surgery and attempting to bite someone's nose, this week's news showcased some unexpected and bizarre current events
The news this week covered some unusual topics, from cooking chicken with NyQuil to undergoing leg lengthening surgery. Grimes' child's name, Semper Supra, was discussed, with its unpronounceable glyphs adding to the intrigue. The FDA issued a warning against cooking chicken in NyQuil due to its potential harmful effects. Meanwhile, a new cosmetic surgery trend emerged, with men opting for leg lengthening procedures. The COO of Beyond Meat, Ethan Brown, made headlines for an unexpected reason, attempting to bite someone's nose instead of eating meat. These stories showcase the unexpected and sometimes bizarre aspects of current events.
The complexities and unpredictability of human experiences: Imitation may not fully replicate the real thing, human emotions can lead to intense reactions, and rejection can push individuals to drastic measures.
Imitation may fall short of the real thing, even in the case of vegetarian meat alternatives. Meanwhile, in an unexpected turn of events, a vegetarian executive, Doug Ramsey of Beyond Meat, found himself in a physical altercation over a car accident. While the incident may seem trivial, it highlights the intensity of human emotions and reactions, especially when it comes to personal property and perceived threats. In the world of art, rejection can lead to drastic measures, as demonstrated by a struggling artist named Arthur McGarry who believed his work belonged in a museum and kept attempting to display it, ultimately getting banned from all museums in the Bay Area. These stories remind us of the complexities and unpredictability of human experiences.
Creative Ways People Get Expelled from Museums: Museums offer opportunities for unique experiences, sometimes resulting in getting expelled for pushing boundaries or engaging in inappropriate behavior
Museums have their rules and boundaries, but some visitors can't help but push them. From attempting to add unauthorized artwork to a museum collection, to rollerblading through ancient Egyptian artifacts, to using a camera obscura exhibit for an inappropriate joke, people have found creative ways to get expelled from museums. Michael Strahan, a former NFL defensive end and current Good Morning America co-host, even made headlines for launching his own line of skin care products, leaving some wondering if there's anything he can't do well. These stories remind us that while museums are meant to preserve history and culture, they also provide opportunities for unique and unforgettable experiences, even if it means getting kicked out.
From Germany to the NFL: Michael Strahan's inspiring journey: Determination and hard work at a young age can lead to great opportunities. Unexpected motivations can drive success. Life's path can take unexpected turns. Continuous improvement and new opportunities are essential for growth.
Determination and hard work, even at a young age, can lead to great opportunities. Michael Strahan's story of being sent to the US to play high school football after growing up in Germany, and then being drafted by the Giants, is a testament to this. Additionally, his experience of being motivated to work out after being given a nickname, shows how important it is to find motivation in unexpected places. Furthermore, Strahan's success in football led to a career in broadcasting, demonstrating that one's path in life can take unexpected turns. Lastly, Strahan's recent ventures into menswear and skin care products show that even successful individuals continue to strive for improvement and new opportunities.
Michael Strahan Discusses Wild Hogs on Wait Wait Don't Tell Me: Michael Strahan shared fascinating facts about wild hogs, including their ice houses in Canada and attraction to hot dog buns, and even introduced listeners to the piganino, a musical instrument made from pigs.
Michael Strahan, a renowned football player and broadcaster, joined the Wait Wait Don't Tell Me game show for a fun and engaging segment about wild hogs. He was asked three questions related to these animals and managed to answer two correctly, winning a prize for a listener of their choice on their voice mail. Throughout the game, they discussed various intriguing facts about wild hogs, such as their ability to build ice houses to survive extreme cold in northern Canada and their attraction to hot dog buns when escaping from farms. Additionally, they explored the unexpected role of pigs in arts and culture, including a musical instrument called the piganino that pokes pigs to make them squeal different notes. Michael Strahan's knowledge and humor made for an entertaining and educational experience.
Royal Flush: Separating Fact from Fiction about the Queen's Death: NPR's Wait Wait Don't Tell Me episode featured a game where panelists separated true from false news stories about the Queen's death, emphasizing the importance of fact-checking.
The world is abuzz with news following the passing of the Queen of England. In a recent episode of Wait Wait Don't Tell Me from NPR, the panel played a game called "Royal Flush," where they were asked to answer true or false questions about various news stories related to the royal family and the queen's death. Some of the false claims included a British supermarket closing for a month, a typo in a newspaper headline, and Prince William Magazine being overwhelmed with condolence messages. Other stories were true, such as the royal beekeeper informing the bees of the queen's death and President Biden getting stuck in traffic on his way to the funeral. The episode also touched on some light-hearted moments, such as Cher accidentally calling the queen a cow instead of the "goat" (greatest of all time) in a tweet. The episode showcased the quick wit and humor of the panel as they answered the questions, keeping the audience engaged and entertained. The episode also highlighted the importance of fact-checking news stories before sharing them.
A Preschool Teacher's Joy in Outdoor Learning and Limerick Challenge on Wait Wait Don't Tell Me: A preschool teacher finds joy in outdoor learning despite harsh weather conditions, while listeners complete news-related limericks on Wait Wait Don't Tell Me, featuring topics like unbuttoned jeans, Mariah Carey's grunge album, and pimple stickers.
The Wait Wait Don't Tell Me stand-up tour is currently traveling to various cities, including Kalamazoo, Michigan, and Portland, Oregon. Tickets and more information can be found on nprpresents.org. During a recent episode, a listener named Jordan from Somerville, Massachusetts, shared her experience as a preschool teacher at an outdoor nature school in Massachusetts. Despite the harsh weather conditions, she finds joy in allowing her students to play outside and experience the elements. Meanwhile, on the show, Peter Sagal and Bill Kurtis presented the listener limerick challenge, where Jordan had to complete news-related limericks with missing words. In one limerick, the topic was the latest fashion trend of unbuttoned jeans, which Jordan found amusing and baffling. In another, Mariah Carey's supposed grunge album was discussed, and in the last, people covering up pimples with stickers was the subject. During the segment, author Shane Barnes, who wrote about the unbuttoned jeans trend for The New York Times, was a guest. He shared his experience of discovering the trend and how it had spread throughout the fashion world. Overall, the episode showcased the unique and entertaining blend of news, humor, and audience participation that Wait Wait Don't Tell Me is known for.
Discussions on DOJ access to Mar-a-Lago documents, election result overturn bill, and Neptune photos, quiz, and bonus episode announcement: The latest episode of Wait Wait Don't Tell Me covered various topics including the DOJ's access to Mar-a-Lago documents, a bill to make it harder to overturn certified election results, and new photos of Neptune taken by the James Webb Space Telescope. A quiz was held and a bonus episode featuring Sean Hayes was announced for subscribers.
During the latest episode of Wait Wait Don't Tell Me, various topics were discussed, including the restoration of the DOJ's access to classified documents seized from Mar-a-Lago, the passing of a bill aimed at making it more difficult to overturn certified election results, and the release of new photos of Neptune taken by the James Webb Space Telescope. A quiz was also held, with players answering fill-in-the-blank questions to earn points. Nagin finished in third place with a total of 14 points, while Karen and Shane each had 10 points. Notable events mentioned in the quiz included Harry Styles not denying spitting on Chris Pine during an interview, a navy veteran being held captive by the Taliban and released in a prisoner exchange, and the Federal Reserve announcing another interest rate hike to combat inflation. Additionally, a bonus episode featuring actor Sean Hayes was announced for subscribers of Wait Wait Don't Tell Me Plus.
Unexpected opponents can bring significant changes: Unexpected opponents, be it in politics, business, or personal life, can lead to unexpected challenges and significant changes
Unexpected opponents can emerge in various situations, from politics to business, leading to unexpected challenges. For instance, in Canada, an estranged brother unexpectedly ran against Mayor Bill Steele in his reelection campaign. In the US, the New York attorney general sued Donald Trump for business fraud, and a group of migrants filed a class action lawsuit against Governor DeSantis. Even in the world of cosmetic surgery, the trend could be towards the unusual, such as adding more skin to the elbows for a longer elbow droop or injecting Botox into the amygdala to temporarily paralyze emotions. In Russia, Putin's announcement of a draft led to an increase in searches for unusual topics like "how to break an arm at home," while Ford introduced an app to alert users when they are about to be hit by a Ford car. These examples show that the unexpected can often lead to significant changes or developments.
The Impact of Technology on Our Bodies: Be aware of technology's physical effects, take breaks, and join the NPR Body Electric Challenge to improve well-being
Technology use can have physical effects on our bodies, and it's important to be aware of these changes. Acorn TV, a streaming service, offers a 30-day free trial using the promo code NPR. During the discussion, the importance of taking breaks from technology and being mindful of its impact on our bodies was emphasized. The speaker shared her personal experience of noticing the difference in her mental clarity after reducing her screen time. She encourages listeners to join the NPR Body Electric Challenge, which involves listening to a podcast series on the topic. By understanding how technology affects us and taking steps to mitigate its negative effects, we can improve our overall well-being.
