99% Invisible Rock Paper Scissors Bus
Feb 2, 2022
Joe Rosenberg, a reporter with a knack for unique stories, shares the surprising tale of how Christie's and Sotheby’s resorted to rock-paper-scissors to resolve a $20 million art auction dilemma. The dialogue hilariously dives into the cultural significance and chaotic nature of this simple game. Additionally, a San Francisco bus operator offers a fascinating take on the bus fight scene in 'Shang-Chi,' revealing the unpredictable and often absurd reality of public transit life.
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Always Start with Scissors
- Nick McLean's twin daughters advised him to choose scissors in the rock-paper-scissors game.
- Their reasoning: People often start with rock, expecting paper, making scissors a double bluff.
Dream Leads to Victory
- Kanai Ishibashi, under immense pressure, dreamt of her husband giving her the answer.
- She followed the dream's advice, leading to Christie's victory with scissors.
Bus Driver Analyzes Shang-Chi
- Mac Allen, a bus driver, dissected the bus fight scene in Shang-Chi on Twitter.
- He highlighted realistic and unrealistic aspects, praising the good shoes and Aquafina's bus-handling skills.