Some Fun Thought Experiments
Summary
Trevor Noah hosts a special "greatest hits" episode featuring thought experiments with Josh Johnson and Christiana. They discuss hypothetical scenarios like trusting relatives to pick spouses, a controversial NFT-style fund for teachers, and radical economic systems where money evaporates or bank accounts swap randomly. The episode also includes reflections on family dynamics, drawing from interviews with Kerry Washington and DaBaby about biological ties and upbringing.
Topics discussed
Sponsors: EPCLIS for Eczema and Marshalls
Intro: Season 1 Midpoint and Thought Experiments
Who would you trust most/least to pick your spouse?
Teacher NFT Fund and Responsibility for Success
Family Secrets and Opt-In Parenting
Sponsors: Apple Card, Pressure, and Mint Mobile
Thought Experiment: Money That Evaporates
Thought Experiment: NIMBYism and Community Rules
Sponsors: Whole Foods and K18 Hair
Guest Highlights: Lil Baby and Kerry Washington
Outro: Season 2 Plans and Credits
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