Handsome Pretty Little Episode #61
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Oct 17, 2025 Dive into the peculiar tale of the 1518 dance plague, a historical phenomenon that leaves Tig and Mae both skeptical and amused. They explore the tug of war between news obsession and seeking balance in life. What decisions have shaped their journeys? From moving to LA to awkward auditions, hear their candid stories of chance and regret. Plus, the hosts share their binge-listening habits, highlighting favorites like Marc Maron and classic shows. It's a delightful mix of humor, history, and personal reflections that keeps you entertained!
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Dopamine Fuels Modern Burnout
- Dopamine drives many compulsive behaviors from phones to work and fuels 'rabbit holes' of attention.
- Tig and Mae connect dopamine cravings to modern burnout and the difficulty of finding balance.
The 1518 Dancing Plague Rabbit Hole
- Mae recounts the 1518 dancing plague story that hooked her down an internet rabbit hole.
- She describes Frau Traferdi dancing contagiously and townspeople dying after days of relentless dancing.
Control Your News Consumption
- Limit news intake to avoid being pulled into anxiety-driven cycles and clickbait.
- Tig suggests using brief, controlled news summaries and stepping away when it feels consuming.
