The Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory has achieved a positive net gain fusion reaction, establishing the principle that cold fusion is possible and could be a harnessable, almost waste-free power source. The hosts of the Distractable podcast also discuss other unrelated topics, from their preferences in sexual acts to failed dating stories and experimental ice cream flavors.
This episode of the podcast explores different types of "ick" related to texture, taste, and touch. The hosts also discuss repeating topics on the podcast and promise to cover bad habits in a future episode.
The speaker discusses various red flags in relationships, including a partner being interested in body shots with others, a person having a different personality around friends than alone, and the lack of respect after expressing discomfort.
A college student tells a story about a pushy salesman who offered to buy him burritos and then left him with the bill for all three. He goes on to discuss his dislike for sales tactics that try to provoke a reaction.
The conversation centers around the reasons behind killing off beloved fictional characters, and how it can come across as a cheap shock factor or a necessary plot point that serves the narrative.