The Deprogram The Deprogram Episode 154 - Listener Mailbag #2
Nov 1, 2024
Explore the quirky world of New Year's traditions and their cultural significance, blending humor with reflections on life and mortality. Dive into the playful debate on 'hoot' origins and the symbolism of the 'thin blue line' in American society. Enjoy a light-hearted mailbag segment featuring personal anecdotes and listener engagement. Unpack the complexities of political discourse, cultural alienation, and the allure of monarchy, all while savoring witty banter and insightful commentary.
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Fireworks Discomfort
- Hakim describes his discomfort with fireworks, initially attributing it to PTSD.
- He clarifies that it's due to the loud, shaking explosions of illegal fireworks.
Hooting and Hollering
- Hakim imitates construction worker sounds, prompting JT to look up the origin of "hooting and hollering".
- JT finds it originated in 1961, surprisingly recent.
Back the Blue
- The hosts discuss "Back the Blue" stickers and their prevalence in the US.
- They explore the meaning of the thin blue line symbol and its association with the Blue Lives Matter movement.