
The Other Stuff with internetVin The Other Stuff #19 — Gabriel O'Flaherty-Chan: Ancient Trade Routes and Ridgeway Plaza
Gabriel O'Flaherty-Chan (https://gabrieloc.com/) is a game developer who is currently working on "Interchange"; a game about urban transportation.
This episode moves from ancient Mesopotamian trade networks to Ridgeway Plaza - a massive Mississauga food destination drawing visitors from across North America. internetVin and Gabriel connect modern suburban gathering spaces to ancient oasis trading hubs like Bahrain, exploring how certain locations naturally evolve into cultural centers regardless of era.
The Other Stuff is hosted by internetVin, filmmaker and entrepreneur and possibly the most curious man on Earth. Produced by New.
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Timestamps
Chapters
- 00:00:00 Barbers, Haircuts, and Personal Style
- 00:04:58 The Sausage
- 00:10:00 Greek Islands, Ancient Civilizations, and Mythology
- 00:18:20 Interpretation of Myths and Storytelling
- 00:21:40 Film, Pop Culture, and the Lasting Impact of Dune
- 00:26:40 Frank Herbert, Politics, and the Watergate Scandal
- 00:31:40 Salaries, Housing, and Societal Challenges
- 00:41:40 Urban Geography, Ancient Trade, and Bahrain
- 01:05:00 Mesopotamia, Egypt, and the Foundations of Civilization
- 01:16:40 The Rise and Fall of Empires
- 01:26:40 Hardcore History, Travel, and Personal Curiosity
- 01:28:40 The History and Culture of Shawarma
- 01:33:20 The Ridgeway Plaza Phenomenon
- 01:50:00 Urban Design, Discovery, and Foodie Culture
- 02:10:20 Creative Projects and Digital Visualization
- 02:21:50 The Value of Ancient Texts and Storytelling
- 02:32:40 Continuous Learning and Staying Curious
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