Dear Hank & John 389: Dear Honk and Jane
May 15, 2024
Hank Green discusses holding umbrellas and the dilemma of a life-sized Shaq cutout. They ponder on humans being a superorganism and the mystery of espresso goop smell. Also, they contemplate starting sunscreen late, pet reactions to sneezes, and the potential Mars oxygen-rich past.
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Effective Umbrella Holding
- Use a large umbrella for better rain protection.
- Alternatively, master reading wind patterns and hunching.
The Shaq Predicament
- Molly received a life-sized Shaq cutout and wonders where to display it.
- Hank and John suggest humorous hiding spots, like a secret bookshelf compartment or grinding it into an urn.
Human Superorganism
- Humans, like bees, are a superorganism, collaborating through culture and shared environments.
- Individuality is an illusion; shared stories and practical needs interconnect us.