Segments 86: Poetry or No-etry Again
Jul 14, 2025
Discover the hilarity of inflatable pigeons in NYC, humorously speculated to be spy drones. Dive into quirky discussions about soccer fandom, contrasted with LA vibes. Explore a playful segment on 'poetry or noetry,' where classic and original works are hilariously critiqued. Unearth the whimsical links between potato salad and comedy, alongside light-hearted tales of ocelots and nostalgic startup dreams. Finally, engage with the evolving relationship between AI and users, sparking creative conversations.
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Jake's Lighthouse Penis Poem
- Jake Hurwitz wrote a humorous poem comparing his penis to a lighthouse, including unexpected sexual imagery.
- Amir Blumenfeld humorously judged the poems and was surprised that Jake authored the quirky one.
Power of Minimalist Poetry
- Raymond Carver's poem "Simple" beautifully captures life's complexity with minimal words.
- Its profound message contrasts with Jake's playful lighthouse poem, highlighting poetry's wide emotional range.
Wikipedia Hopping to Potato Salad
- Jake and Amir played Wikipedia hopping to navigate from Jake's Wikipedia page to "potato salad".
- They creatively used links like "straight man," "Steve Martin," and "Ireland" to reach the potato-themed page.