Sports People Are Nerds Too — Ep. 99 of Intentionally Blank
Apr 27, 2023
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Quick takeaways
Sports and nerd culture are not mutually exclusive, as sports fans can also be passionate about their interests and have diverse interests beyond sports.
Sports play a significant role in literature and gaming, spanning across different genres and showcasing the cultural significance of sports.
Deep dives
Korean gas heaters and their dangers
The podcast discusses the use of mobile gas heaters in Korea and Mexico in the 90s. These heaters released gas and heated rooms through filaments. However, they also posed a danger as they caused fires and suffocation, especially in Mexico. It was discovered that even a little wind could disrupt the flame, leading to potential accidents. The speaker recounts how his companions in Korea would test their 'G' or 'Chi' by blowing air across the heater to make the flame ripple. This practice became a way to ask someone how they were doing.
Sports as a popular topic
The podcast hosts discuss the topic of sports, acknowledging that it is one of the most popular subjects worldwide. They challenge the misconception that sports and nerd culture are mutually exclusive, highlighting how sports fans are also passionate about their interests, much like nerds. The speakers share their appreciation for sports events, the competitive spirit, and the impressive physical abilities displayed by athletes. They also mention the false division between sports enthusiasts and nerdy individuals, noting that many people can have diverse interests.
Great American Novel
The hosts engage in a conversation about the concept of the 'Great American Novel.' They discuss their personal choices for this distinction, including 'Huckleberry Finn,' 'Great Gatsby,' 'Age of Innocence,' 'American Gods,' and 'Moby Dick.' They reflect on the criteria for such a title and recognize that preferences may vary. The hosts also mention other novels that incorporate sports, such as 'Enders Game,' 'Harry Potter,' and 'A Knights Tale,' emphasizing the presence of sports in various genres and highlighting their cultural significance.
Sports in literature and gaming
The podcast hosts explore the portrayal of sports in literature and gaming. They mention books like 'Field of Dreams' and 'Moneyball' as well as the presence of sports in fantasy and science fiction novels like 'Harry Potter' and 'Enders Game.' The hosts also discuss how sports can be a prominent theme in role-playing games and how games like League of Legends have become important in the realm of esports. They express an interest in livecasting a League of Legends game, although one host admits their lack of knowledge about the game.
In this episode, Brandon and Dan intended to talk about sports but ended up getting sidetracked while discussing their favorite books and Dan shared an interesting story about how a game of Candy Land influenced American literature.
Check out our previous episode of Intentionally Blank https://youtu.be/PcJGiuBbiAc
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Sound engineering and editing by Daniel Thompson
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