Evolution of the term 'spaceman' and historical journalism practices

Exploring the origins of the term 'spaceman' from a 19th-century journalistic practice to its association with outer space, the chapter discusses humorous anecdotes about Batman and Alfred Pennyworth. It delves into historical journalism practices during the Gilded Age, including challenges faced by writers with payment based on word count and the evolution of fake news. The conversation also touches on the transition from newsletters to newspapers, yellow journalism, and unique practices like using old newspapers for wrapping fish and chips.