The Daily Show: Ears Edition Thanksgiving in the Time of the Coronavirus | Bill Gates
Nov 20, 2020
In this segment, Bill Gates, the philanthropic co-founder of Microsoft, dives into the pandemic's impact on Thanksgiving and discusses strategies for safe celebrations amidst COVID-19. He sheds light on vaccine distribution challenges and the skepticism surrounding it. Gates also connects today's public health issues with the urgency of addressing climate change, emphasizing innovation and community responsibility. Plus, he shares insights about his podcast with Rashida Jones, blending health, humor, and heartfelt stories about helping at-risk communities.
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Thanksgiving Changes Due To COVID
- Thanksgiving amid COVID-19 forced many to alter traditions with smaller gatherings and virtual celebrations.
- Some faced new challenges like turkey shortages and first-time home cooking stress.
Indoor Thanksgiving Safety Tips
- If hosting Thanksgiving indoors, open windows to improve ventilation and reduce virus spread.
- Eat at separate tables indoors to maintain social distancing and increase safety.
Turkey Size Dilemma
- The pandemic revealed a unique problem: turkey sizes don't fit smaller holiday gatherings.
- Ignoring turkey size issues could lead to absurd situations where turkeys grow too large to cook traditionally.