The Right Way to Make an Omelet, and How to Make Every Sport Better
Dec 4, 2023
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Reflecting on time, the hosts ponder the future of humanity and what will be valued. They discuss evaluating prospective cooks and the importance of cooking techniques and attention to detail. The chapter also covers pie taste test, exploring flavor combinations, and the best game-winning plays in various sports.
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Quick takeaways
Walk-off home runs in baseball are unmatched in excitement, while walk-off touchdowns in football are more common and therefore not as special.
Scoring the game-winning goal in the Stanley Cup adds to the excitement of the sport and is an incredible achievement.
Game-winning shots in game seven of the NBA Finals are often hyped, but they are more common in basketball and not as unique compared to other sports.
Hot tubs with intense heat and pressure offer therapeutic benefits and a more immersive experience, while hot tubs without intense heat and pressure may not provide the same level of enjoyment.
Deep dives
Underrated: Walk-off home run in a baseball game
The excitement of a walk-off home run in baseball, especially in extra innings, is unmatched.
Overrated: Walk-off touchdown in football
While walk-off touchdowns in football can be exciting, they are more common and therefore not as special.
Underrated: Game-winning goal in the Stanley Cup
Scoring the game-winning goal in the Stanley Cup is an incredible achievement and adds to the excitement of the sport.
Overrated: Game-winning shot in game seven of the NBA Finals
Game-winning shots in game seven of the NBA Finals are often hyped, but they are more common in basketball and not as unique compared to other sports.
Underrated: Hot tubs with intense heat and pressure
Hot tubs with intense heat and pressure are underrated for their therapeutic benefits and a more immersive experience.
Overrated: Hot tubs without intense heat and pressure
Hot tubs without intense heat and pressure offer a more relaxed experience and may not provide the same level of enjoyment as the more intense options.
Underrated: Popcorn with butter
Popcorn with butter is a classic, delicious treat that is often underappreciated.
Overrated: Popcorn with caramel or other toppings
While caramel or other toppings can add a unique flavor to popcorn, the classic buttered popcorn is often the most satisfying choice.
Dave gets into the episode talking about his experience in Abu Dhabi. His encounter with a 6,500-year-old stone bust causes him to ponder: What would humanity look like in 6,500 years, and how trivial do things seem given what might actually be remembered?
Three Things sees Dave talk about the things he looks for in cooks—and the level of resourcefulness required from cooks to impress legendary chef André Soltner.
Other topics covered include Dave’s opinions on fireplaces, various noodle soups, hot chocolate, ice skating, and hot tubs.