What if American universities could return to their former glory? A third party proposes making the United States preeminent in science research and development, attracting the best minds and technology. #universities #research #development #science #highereducation #maga
Dan and Michael ponder the upcoming holiday season. What does trick or treat really imply? Was Children of the Corn a documentary? #holiday #halloween #christmas #santa #effigy #carnival
Summary In this episode of People Stuff, Dan and Michael get deep into gossip by interpreting rumours about poisoned Halloween candy, fact checking political speech, and figuring out where the best deer stand is in the suburbs. This episode gives some truth to the old aphorism that there are lies,…
A high school election spirals out of control as rumors fly and parents threaten legal action! How far is too far when it comes to winning? Someone is clearly out of touch with the realities of modern-day politics. It only gets worse… #highschooldrama #electionchaos #rumormill #parentproblems
The past is now? Witness how echoes of the 1890s, 1930s, and 1920s blend into a perplexing present. Is history repeating itself in the 'shitty stew' of today's world? #HistoryRepeats #GildedAge #PalmerRaids #Eugenics #ProtoFascism
Apple's iPhone success hides a dark side: overseas factories where conditions are so dire, suicide nets are a necessity. Is the sleek design worth the human cost? The reality behind the 'one button' might shock you. #iPhone #Apple #TechEthics #SuicideNets #FactoryConditions
Summary In this episode of People Stuff, Dan and Michael inquire into the health democracy by complaining about techno-fascists, advising a parent to go full ratf!ck on a high school election, and consoling activists about their endless meetings. I’m not sure we would vote for us. But, if you think…
Dan and Michael discuss the Pentagon's Cold War scheme to photograph the Soviet Union using weather balloons. #military #coldwar #surveillance #espionage #roswell
Dan and Michael discuss a premonition about the sinking of the Titanic. #titanic #iceberg #supernatural #unexplained #spooky
Boyfriend obsessed with true crime? Is it harmless or a red flag? The line between curiosity and obsession can be blurry, especially when it involves dark subjects. Are some hobbies more dangerous than others? Some ponder, "how would you murder a stranger?" #TrueCrimeObsession #RedFlags #DatingAdvice #SerialKiller #ToxicRelationship
Episode Summary In this episode of People Stuff, Dan and Michael check to see whether the truth is out there by boosting a UFO conspiracy, endorsing the use of body doubles as a high school teaching technique, and offering relationship advice to help you avoid serial killers in the Pacific…
Are Thiel fellows geniuses or fraudsters? In any case, bring a mop, because a mess is certain to follow. #genius #peterthiel #science #disruptiveinnovation
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