Chapo Trap House 979 - Cat People (Running For Mayor) feat. Jon Bois (10/20/25)
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Oct 21, 2025 
Join sports-data expert Jon Bois, known for his engaging video essays at Secret Base, as he discusses a fascinating new series on mound charging in baseball. Bois delves into the history of baseball brawls, showcasing memorable incidents like Kyle Farnsworth vs. Paul Wilson. The conversation also touches on the quirks of NYC politics, including Curtis Sliwa's unusual proposals for parades and his controversial comments about the Jewish community. Plus, hear insights on Shohei Ohtani's historic run and the decline of spectacle sports.
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Ohtani's Two-Way Performance Was Unprecedented
- Jon Bois argues Shohei Ohtani's two-way dominance felt unprecedented because pitching and hitting require different skill sets.
- Ohtani 'maxed out' both roles in one game, making every achievement feel like an added side quest.
Why Baseball Fights Look So Awkward
- Jon Bois links mound-charging's spectacle to baseball players being generally poor fighters due to sport stoppage and stance habits.
- He calls those fights hilarious because players often flail like toddlers when they finally fight.
Farnsworth's Pile-Drive Stands Out
- Jon Bois names Kyle Farnsworth vs. Paul Wilson (2003) his favorite mound charge for Farnsworth's pile-drive and haymakers.
- He contrasts it with the famous Nolan Ryan–Robin Ventura incident and praises Farnsworth's athletic execution.