Wait Wait... Don't Tell Me! WWDTM: Reneé Rapp
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Sep 6, 2025 Join the fun as special guest Reneé Rapp chats about the lighter side of life! Explore humorous tales from flight attendants and the political absurdities of today. Discover the surprising mental health benefits of binge-watching TV shows and engage in a lively debate on tough criticism in culture. Enjoy quirky strategies for controlling geese, heartwarming acts of altruism, and the charm of 'familects.' Plus, get ready for a zany quiz on outrageous 'Twilight' scenarios and a rhyming game that will have you laughing along!
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Shoes Off Is A Major In-Flight Irritant
- Abby, a flight attendant, identifies passengers removing shoes and socks mid-flight as a top annoyance for crew.
- The exchange reveals small passenger behaviors greatly affect flight attendants' day-to-day work experience.
Binge-Watching Can Be Beneficial
- Researchers found binge-watching entire TV series can help mental health by enabling complex narrative immersion.
- Peter Sagal notes this reframes bingeing as a meaningful escape, turning it into another activity people may feel pressure to do.
The Case For Meaner Critics
- A New Yorker critic argued modern critics should be meaner, reviving harsher cultural judgment.
- The show contrasts that call for blunt criticism with the real-world danger of fan retaliation online.
