Chapter
Abandoned Theme Parks and the Allure of Decay
52:29 - 59:09 (06:40)
A discussion on the fascination with exploring deserted places, as seen in the popularity of videos featuring abandoned malls and theme parks, and a reflection on the idea of visiting these places in the future to witness their decay.
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A conversation about visiting the Disney Parks and how it can feel like entering another world, including a mention of space travel.
52:29 - 55:25 (02:56)
Summary
A conversation about visiting the Disney Parks and how it can feel like entering another world, including a mention of space travel.
ChapterAbandoned Theme Parks and the Allure of Decay
EpisodeWonders of Our World
PodcastDistractible
The Falcon 9 rocket used by SpaceX is around 230 feet tall - the size of a 23-story building.
55:25 - 56:59 (01:34)
Summary
The Falcon 9 rocket used by SpaceX is around 230 feet tall - the size of a 23-story building. Though people get an idea of the size from videos, it's otherworldly to actually see the rocket launch and the booster land back on Earth in person.
ChapterAbandoned Theme Parks and the Allure of Decay
EpisodeWonders of Our World
PodcastDistractible
The grid fins of Falcon 9 rocket, which help to steer aerodynamically, are actually four feet by five feet and look small on the video.
56:59 - 58:09 (01:10)
Summary
The grid fins of Falcon 9 rocket, which help to steer aerodynamically, are actually four feet by five feet and look small on the video. The rocket itself is 230 feet tall while the Cinderella's Castle at Disney World is only 189 feet tall.
ChapterAbandoned Theme Parks and the Allure of Decay
EpisodeWonders of Our World
PodcastDistractible
The idea of exploring abandoned Disney World in the future could be fascinating as it is a massive and intricate place with tunnels and hidden places to discover after decades of decay.
58:09 - 59:09 (01:00)
Summary
The idea of exploring abandoned Disney World in the future could be fascinating as it is a massive and intricate place with tunnels and hidden places to discover after decades of decay.