#Gambling
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Gaming III - Reading the Rules
In the third episode of our exploration into gaming, we go into the psychology and philosophy involved and discuss hidden structures of play with guest Shaday Agosto-Vázquez. From the emotional dynamics in sports to why gaming functions as a life skill, this episode unpacks how games can reveal human behavior, storytelling patterns, systems of control, and the limits of objectivity. Together, we discover why designers frustrate us on purpose, how algorithms act on casino logic, and the false dichotomies we fall into from lack of understanding. Listen now to find out what gaming reveals about us and what happens when we learn the hidden rules.
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Bathwater Capitalism & Alluring Memes
This episode explores the absurdities of modern culture, from bathwater buyers to broken earbuds. The hosts delve into topics such as social media fame, how memes have replaced mixtapes, and the curious phenomenon of ASMR. We are joined by the wonderful Megan Tyte, who helps unpack everything from monkeypox symptoms to Reddit culture. Blending satire with sincerity, this episode is both honest and hilariously chaotic.