The Hustle Daily Show Spirit makes a Nintendo airplane and there’s a middle school with a $500k+ esports lab, weird week huh?
Feb 23, 2024
This podcast covers bizarre stories like Salt Bae drama, Spirit Airlines Nintendo plane, a middle school getting a $500k+ esports lab. Also, Machine Gun Kelly's expensive tattoos, Google pausing Gemini's text-to-image generator, and BuzzFeed selling Complex. Listen for fun and informative news updates!
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Salt Bae's Image vs Reality
- Salt Bae's upscale restaurants face criticism for cost-cutting measures like reducing heating despite charging very high prices.
- The controversies highlight a disconnect between the luxurious image and operational practices causing bad optics.
Elite Tattoo Market Dynamics
- High-end tattoo artists charge premium fees for exclusive work, including hefty consultation prices.
- This reflects a growing market for elite tattoo experiences among celebrities like Machine Gun Kelly.
High-Tech Esports Lab in School
- A middle school in Tallahassee is building a $500,000 esports lab to engage students in learning.
- The lab includes a 100-inch TV, PlayStation 5s, and costly gaming chairs, funded by district capital improvement funds.