America's firearm fashion trends mirror military tech? Experts reveal how modern sporting rifles dominate gun sales and ownership. Is the civilian market just following the armed forces' lead? "Whatever the military is doing..." #GunTrends #MilitaryTech #FirearmFashion #GunCulture #USArmy
A deep dive into why annual rituals can feel more authentic than everyday life. Discover how shared experiences and nostalgia create heightened realities and intense connections, making the past feel surprisingly present. Why do these moments matter so much? #ritual #friendship #nostalgia #authenticity #connection
Is there a point to bars anymore? One perspective suggests ditching the screen to rediscover real-world connection and face-to-face convos. Should bars enforce a phone-free policy to revive authentic social experiences? It’s about getting away to ‘meet people face to face.’ #DigitalDetox #IRL #PhoneFree #SocialConnection #GenZ
In this episode of People Stuff, Dan and Michael drop names by advising against cringe bar branding, pondering what truth may be in gun club advertising, and wonder whether changing your name is enough to recover one’s youth. It’s not. But if you’re trying to figure out what to call…
Without union protection, factory jobs become a relentless grind, prioritizing profit over humane conditions. The loss of manufacturing isn't just economic; it's the disappearance of community, stability, and the power to negotiate for better work conditions. It's about more than just a job. #UnionStrong #WorkersRights #ManufacturingJobs #LaborMovement
Two young Thiel Fellows leave a trail of broken equipment and messy reagents after working overnight in the lab. Despite their passion, their lack of experience leads to surprising destruction—including an autoclave and a microwave. Was it incompetence or malice? #ThielFellows #SiliconValley #TechFails #Startups
Why should billionaires own sports teams? Some believe it could contain their influence. Others suggest the NFL blocking Trump from buying the Buffalo Bills was a huge mistake. Could sports ownership be a 'safe place' to sandbox the ultra-rich? #NFL #billionaires #sports #ElonMusk #Trump #DallasCowboys
Forbes 30 Under 30 list: a breeding ground for fraud? One reporter exposes how members of this list have allegedly committed billions in fraud. But it gets worse – wait 'til one hears the story about the Thiel fellows. #Forbes30Under30 #BusinessNews #FraudAlert #TechScandal #Finance
People Stuff is a write-in, anthropology advice podcast wherein we answer all sorts of questions with the weird and wonderful wisdom that anthropology offers. From whether you should make your bed to what you owe to the dead, no dilemma is too tiny, no conundrum too vast #college #class
In this episode of People Stuff, Dan and Michael imagine what it’s like to work for a living by giving some advice to a graduating high school student, reflecting on robots and boredom on the factory line, and speculating on just how true a job advertisement on an oil field…
In this episode of People Stuff, Dan and Michael discuss and/or are informed by: “30 under 30-year sentences: why so many of Forbes’ young heroes face jail” by Arwa Mahdawi https://www.theguardian.com/business/2023/apr/06/forbes-30-under-30-tech-finance-prison “Breaching Experiments” https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Breaching_experiment Studies in Ethnomethodology, by Harold Garfinkel (you may want to bookmark this one; Michael brings it…
Mascots that stick are the weird ones! The famous Gritty proves the point. Why are normal mascots so forgettable? If a team wants to be remembered, they need a mascot that is… different. #mascot #gritty #sports #funny #weird #philadelphiaflyers
Is the modern money supply a ticking time bomb? Many fear currency detached from commodities and inflation’s relentless rise. Will the Federal Reserve maintain control, or is a financial crisis inevitable? "Values don't get too far outta hand." #economics #inflation #federalreserve #finance #moneysupply
Why does money actually have value? Is it really just because “we say so”? This deep dive explores money's classic functions: unit of account, exchange medium, and store of value. Prepare for a mind-bending explanation! #money #economics #value #finance #investing
Why did the gold standard collapse? From the Great Depression to Nixon's Vietnam War debt, see how financial history took a wild turn. ‘This is not a history podcast’—but the implications are huge. #goldstandard #economicHistory #Nixon #GreatDepression #finance #macroeconomics
Can politicians just be normal? One person wonders if those in office need to be attention-seeking all the time. Should they be allowed to ponder ice cream flavors? "It's nice to have a little personality," right? #politics #weirdos #clouds #personality #benign
Letters of recommendation are a broken system? Why does it matter who pulls the levers of power? It might be time to ask if AI should decide med school admissions. A deep dive into the recommendation racket and why 'it's so bad.' #AIinEducation #MedicalSchool #LettersOfRecommendation #HigherEd #AdmissionsProcess
In this episode of People Stuff, Dan and Michael chart the far reaches of our human capacity for delusion by pondering a politician’s social media presence, considering one chef’s ruinous obsession with crypto-currency, and parsing the inter-dimensional potential of some ill-conceived home renovations. The doors are portals, man. If you…
Crypto holders face unique risks! Acting as own bank exposes them to hacks & wrench attacks. Is the freedom worth the threat? Learn the hidden dangers now! #cryptocrash #bitcoin #crypto #DeFi #security
Can cash end vaccine hesitancy? See how a podcast host breaks down strategies to boost vaccination rates with inventive—and potentially lucrative—incentives. Will it work? "Everybody wins because you survive." #vaccineincentives #publichealth #podcastsolutions #vaccinationstrategy #cashincentives
In this episode, Dan and Michael discuss (and/or are informed by): The Paranoid Style in American Politics, by Richard Hofstader (https://harpers.org/archive/1964/11/the-paranoid-style-in-american-politics/) Boba Fett, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Boba_Fett Dog the Bounty Hunter, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dog_the_Bounty_Hunter The Rites of Passage, by Arnold Van Gennep The Ritual Process, by Victor Turner
Navigating societal divides? Discover how etiquette & politics can be powerful alternatives to violence. When fundamental rights clash, understanding the stakes is key. 'Do I have a right to do what I want with my body?' It is important to see the perspective of others. #etiquette #politics #society #conflictResolution #rights…
Is Taco Bell avant-garde or just…Taco Bell? The great American palate is explored! It's a world of sweet, salty, and fatty delights that may not be what one expects. Is it the food equivalent of a doctoral dissertation, or just a unique experience? #AmericanFood #TacoBell #Foodie #FoodReview #TasteTest
Elite universities: are they failing students? From insane selectivity to administrative bloat, it's time to rethink higher education. "A bad grade isn't just...try again. A bad grade is like you're a bad person." #highereducation #university #college #academicfail #elitecollege