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
Can a cake change a mind? Discover how purity politics and cultural divides shape our perceptions of 'poison' vs. 'medicine.' Is it possible to force a bit of perspective, or is this approach too good to be true? 'Wait, you don't think a cake's going to do it?' #CulturalDivide #PurityPolitics…
Baseball card collectors are now using CAT scans to find valuable cards without even opening the packs! Is a Larry David card really worth thousands? This changes everything! #baseballcards #collectibles #larrydavid #catscan #hobby #rare
How does “deep, deep stupidity” undermine rational thought? Explore Bonhoeffer’s theory that stupidity lacks a 'hard center' like evil, leading to sideways logic and conspiracy theories. Is there a way out of this 'sideways moving' world? #Bonhoeffer #StupidityTheory #CriticalThinking #ConspiracyTheories #Philosophy #Logic
Family reunion drama? A relative's embrace of controversial health views sparks a tough decision. Unvaxxed kids at the gathering could put the little ones at risk, forcing a family to weigh the options. #familydrama #vaccination #health #familyreunion
Dan and Michael ask why CT scans are so popular among baseball card collectors. #collectibles #baseball
In this episode of People Stuff, Dan and Michael discover what “no” really means by examining a disinclination to talk stupid politics, the idiotic cruelty of skipping childhood vaccines, and the misguided fear of Mexican food. If your name is Bartleby, if your condition is humanity’s, or if you would…
In this episode, Dan and Michael discuss: Imagined Communities by Benedict Anderson Understanding Media by Marshall McLuhan Amusing Ourselves to Death by Neil Postman Purity and Danger by Mary Douglas “Techniques of the Body” by Marcel Mauss Outline of a Theory of Practice by Pierre Bourdieu Human Nature and Conduct…
Dan and Michael discuss whether vampirism is normal and wonder if vampirism is compatible with a 9-5 job. #job #clerical
Dan and Michael discuss why oligarchs always think they can make a deal with fascists and why that never works. Of course, we are talking about Trump and Musk. #spacex #starlink #nazis #elections
Dan and Michael discuss why vampires are so polite and ask why there are so many great vampire musicals. #musicals #nosferatu #lifestyle #advice
Dan and Michael discuss why Mike Lee, the senator from Utah, is an s&^$%^ #senate #oil #hunting
Dan and Michael have some questions about Hugo Boss More at:: https://www.people-stuff.com/
In this episode of People Stuff, Dan and Michael venture into the wicked and unknown by riffing on the admirable traits of vampires, parsing the stupidity of Nazi stans, and sending a love letter to the Jersey Devil. If your heart lives in the Pine Barrens, this episode is for…
Dan and Michael discuss: The Nazi Seizure of Power: The Experience of a Single German Town 1922-1945 by William Allen Sheridan: https://archive.org/details/naziseizureofpow0000alle_m2p7 The Jersey Devil: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jersey_Devil The Sopranos e3 ep11, "Pine Barrens:" https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0705272/ What We Do in the Shadows: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt7908628/