Check check, testing. Happy New Year's Eve, everyone!
In this episode, Don and Bean discuss the ethics of
regifting, the value of gifts, news highlights from 2023, and the
dangers of AI development. They also touch on lighter subjects such as Mr. Beast's charity work, Barbie's success, and a Witcher themed
non-alcoholic beer. However, the conversation takes a somber turn when discussing the death of Matthew Perry and the Israel-Hamas war. The conversation ends with a discussion about the truth behind Thanksgiving food comas and a tragic incident involving a toppling Christmas tree in Belgium. Bean also covers the horny wolf spiders attracted to a Sephora body butter. And the duo shares their New Year's resolutions for 2024 and well wishes to you all!
Notes-
- Regifting can be a controversial topic, with differing opinions on its ethics and appropriateness.
- The value of a gift is subjective, and it's important to consider the thought and effort put into it.
- News highlights from 2023 include Mr. Beast's charity work, the pink tax, and the rebranding of Twitter by Elon Musk.
- The dangers and ethical implications of AI development are a growing concern.
- Tragic
events such as the death of Matthew Perry and the Israel-Hamas war
serve as reminders of the complexities of the world we live in. - Thanksgiving
food comas are not caused by turkey alone, but can be attributed to a
combination of factors, including carb intake and lack of rest. Severe
weather can pose hazards, such as disrupting traffic and causing damage. - Some body butter products have been reported to attract spiders, leading to uncomfortable and potentially dangerous situations.
- New Year's resolutions can include personal goals, such as fitness and self-improvement.
- It's important to embrace self-acceptance and love oneself, regardless of body shape or size.
