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95: Musical fly swatters
Lateral with Tom Scott
Unconventional Journeys: Gaming and Road Trip History
This chapter explores the intersection of gaming and unique experiences, starting with a conversation about playing Doom using live satellite imagery. The discussion transitions to the historical context of 1930s transcontinental road trips, touching on the challenges of travel during that era, including issues of racial discrimination and infrastructure. It also showcases whimsical anecdotes about unusual vehicles, including a reverse road trip from New York to Los Angeles, highlighting both creativity and historical complexities.
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