Topics discussed include Q&A Quibi, urban crime in different cities, skepticism of strategy games, a new Victoria game, and the dark history of New England.
The podcast explores the theme of not expecting gratitude or forgiveness when one tries to stifle someone's dreams.
The speaker touches on various unrelated topics such as upcoming trips, video games, and historical events.
Deep dives
The Formation of a Metal Band
The podcast episode discusses the formation of a metal band between two friends named Cyrus and Jeff. They had been friends since grade school and decided to start a death metal band called 'Best Ever Death Metal Band out of Dent.' Despite having different name contenders such as St. Fingers and Killers and Hospital Bombers, they settled on their chosen name. The band members believed that they were destined for fame, fortune, and success in the music industry.
Challenges and Setbacks
However, Cyrus's dream of fame came to a halt when he was sent to a school that told him he would never achieve fame. He wrote letters to his friend Jeff, which helped them devise a plan for revenge against those who had punished Cyrus for dreaming his dream. The podcast explores the theme of not expecting gratitude or forgiveness when one tries to stifle someone's dreams.
Travel Plans and Random Musings
In addition to discussing the metal band's journey, the podcast episode includes the speaker's musings on various unrelated topics. The speaker mentions his upcoming trip to Florida, his interest in the video game Victoria 3, and his current readings, including George Saunders' short story collection and books by Hillary Mantel. The speaker also touches on historical events like the Thirty Years' War and the formation of Prussia.