Morning Somewhere 2025.07.31: Dong Radar
Jul 31, 2025
Join Burnie and Ashley as they dive into the world of dorky usernames and the intriguing concept of Amazon becoming the Netflix of AI. They humorously reflect on childhood fears, share thoughts on Nolan's IMAX festival, and discuss the peculiarities of modern film culture, like the absence of 'Memento.' With witty commentary on big dongs, upcoming comedy sequels like Happy Gilmore 2, and the impact of technology on creativity, there's plenty to laugh and think about in this entertaining exchange!
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Parents Hid Kids in Sewers
- During the 2018 Hawaii false ballistic missile alert, parents put their kids in manholes to protect them.
- This was a desperate but quick-thinking response to an imminent threat of nuclear attack.
Tech Shift From Young Disruptors
- New technology used to empower young people is now controlled by massive companies.
- This shift stifles creative disruption young people once drove using new tech like online video.
Youth Show Ennui to New Tech
- Younger generations show less interest in emerging tech like AI and cryptocurrency.
- This contrasts older generations who eagerly embraced technologies like smartphones.
