

WWDTM: Ibtihaj Muhammad
34 snips Jun 21, 2025
A groundbreaking fencer shares her journey while the comedians tackle quirky topics. They poke fun at Jeff Bezos' extravagant wedding plans and explore bizarre trends like bar lectures. The panel dives into absurd dating services based on browsing history and hilarious music festival mishaps, including chaos from smartwatches. Through playful banter, they highlight unconventional job interviews and inventive gadgets. The show ends with a lively quiz, showcasing a mix of serious news and silliness, all in a lighthearted atmosphere.
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Avoid Smartwatches in Mosh Pits
- Festival attendees should avoid wearing smartwatches in high-contact mosh pits to prevent accidental emergency calls.
- Automated alerts from collisions in mosh pits strained police resources at the Download Festival in the UK.
Ibtihaj's Fencing Origin Story
- Ibtihaj Muhammad was inspired to compete by her older brother who challenged and sometimes bullied her.
- She began fencing at 13 after seeing fencers in her hometown school cafeteria, finding a sport where she felt at home.
Fencer's Victory Roar Revealed
- Ibtihaj sees herself as a quiet assassin in fencing but videos reveal she shouts loudly after points.
- She compares her victory cries to a "cute mountain lion."