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Judge John Hodgman
Better Call Parasol
Oct 18, 2023
Abby and Aidan argue about bringing umbrellas on the London Underground. Tom Waits' music is discussed, along with annoying behaviors on public transportation. Unique silk umbrella and London umbrella store are explored. Cooking challenges, an innovative umbrella scheme, and the Hood Squad's response. Wide range of topics, umbrellas in popular culture, and divorce and holiday disputes. Reminder to submit cases and mention of the Van Freaks Roadshow.
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- The podcast episode explores the debate between umbrella users and the 'hood squad', highlighting the need for open and balanced conversations.
- Abby questions the validity and biases of a poll conducted by the 'hood squad', showing the dismissive attitude towards umbrella users.
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The Hood Squad's Disdain for Umbrellas
The podcast episode features a dispute between Abby and Aiden, who are part of a secret online group that complains about the behavior of passengers on public transport. One major point of contention in the group is the use of umbrellas, with Aiden strongly opposing their use and advocating for them to be outlawed. Abby, on the other hand, believes that umbrellas have their usefulness in certain circumstances. Aiden and the majority of the group, known as the Hood Squad, often use smug selfies with hoods to show their disdain for umbrella users, while Abby feels dismissed and bullied for her differing opinion.
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