Episode
Wonders of Our World
1:23:31
Published: Fri Mar 31 2023
Description
Mark and Wade compete, pitching various monuments, achievements, and artifacts, hoping to make them onto Bob's list for the seven new wonders of ~their~ world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Chapters
The hosts of the podcast usually engage in small talk before delving into the main topic.
00:00 - 02:10 (02:10)
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The hosts of the podcast usually engage in small talk before delving into the main topic. It's a casual way of starting conversations and making connections with the listeners.
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A Google search for "Markiplier life update" yields unexpected and tragic results, including information about his father's passing and his personal struggles with disorders and heart problems.
02:10 - 05:50 (03:40)
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A Google search for "Markiplier life update" yields unexpected and tragic results, including information about his father's passing and his personal struggles with disorders and heart problems. Despite this, the YouTuber has enjoyed spending time with family and his playful niece.
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The speaker discusses the seven wonders of the ancient world, including their historical significance and influence on popular culture.
05:50 - 09:01 (03:11)
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The speaker discusses the seven wonders of the ancient world, including their historical significance and influence on popular culture. They also mention the story of the methodics and the theft of burls.
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In this episode, the hosts discuss their personal choices for the seven wonders of the world.
09:01 - 12:56 (03:55)
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In this episode, the hosts discuss their personal choices for the seven wonders of the world.
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The transcript features a conversation about an attraction labeled “The Thing” advertised on a highway, which turns out to be a fabricated concrete giant pistachio.
12:56 - 16:11 (03:15)
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The transcript features a conversation about an attraction labeled “The Thing” advertised on a highway, which turns out to be a fabricated concrete giant pistachio.
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In the modern world, technology has had as big of an impact as traditional wonders of the world like statues and impressive buildings.
16:11 - 22:50 (06:39)
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In the modern world, technology has had as big of an impact as traditional wonders of the world like statues and impressive buildings. Its impact is not a physical thing you can just look at, but it has changed the entire world for everybody and continues to evolve.
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The speaker discusses the symbolism of the internet, comparing it to the wonders of the world in terms of its value and importance despite its lack of physical presence.
22:50 - 28:00 (05:10)
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The speaker discusses the symbolism of the internet, comparing it to the wonders of the world in terms of its value and importance despite its lack of physical presence.
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The speaker describes the experience of visiting the tallest building in the world and compares its height to other famous skyscrapers.
28:00 - 32:00 (04:00)
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The speaker describes the experience of visiting the tallest building in the world and compares its height to other famous skyscrapers.
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The International Space Station (ISS) is often considered a wonder of technology as a result of its size, complexity and ability to sustain human life in space.
32:00 - 38:10 (06:09)
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The International Space Station (ISS) is often considered a wonder of technology as a result of its size, complexity and ability to sustain human life in space. However, reports from astronauts indicate that living in the ISS is not necessarily a pleasurable experience.
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Exploring the argument of whether space travel can truly be considered a wonder of humanity when it involves leaving Earth, a place that many consider to be the only world we have.
38:10 - 41:10 (03:00)
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Exploring the argument of whether space travel can truly be considered a wonder of humanity when it involves leaving Earth, a place that many consider to be the only world we have.
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The speaker describes their experience walking through a nature park with various species of trees and plants, and shares how the pyramids of Giza are a must-see for their ancient and enduring existence.
41:10 - 47:50 (06:40)
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The speaker describes their experience walking through a nature park with various species of trees and plants, and shares how the pyramids of Giza are a must-see for their ancient and enduring existence.
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The speaker describes the beauty of the location near the Sydney Opera House and the calming effect of being near water while enjoying the view.
47:50 - 52:29 (04:39)
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The speaker describes the beauty of the location near the Sydney Opera House and the calming effect of being near water while enjoying the view.
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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.
52:29 - 59:09 (06:40)
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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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In this episode, the hosts engage in a Lightning Round Challenge where they shout out topics for 15 seconds.
59:09 - 1:02:14 (03:05)
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In this episode, the hosts engage in a Lightning Round Challenge where they shout out topics for 15 seconds. One of the hosts points out an error in Wade's submission about the tallest Disney Castle in the world.
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Tokyo's metro system surpasses any other rail system worldwide in terms of punctuality, speed, and efficiency, with the slightest delay being considered a failure.
1:02:14 - 1:05:47 (03:33)
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Tokyo's metro system surpasses any other rail system worldwide in terms of punctuality, speed, and efficiency, with the slightest delay being considered a failure.
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The Sagrada Familia has been in construction for over a century and provides a unique opportunity to observe changes in construction methods.
1:05:47 - 1:08:18 (02:31)
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The Sagrada Familia has been in construction for over a century and provides a unique opportunity to observe changes in construction methods. Additionally, the church features beautiful stained glass windows.
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The Sagrada Familia, designed by Antoni Gaudi, still remains unfinished and it's not clear when the work would be completed.
1:08:18 - 1:11:57 (03:39)
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The Sagrada Familia, designed by Antoni Gaudi, still remains unfinished and it's not clear when the work would be completed. Despite the painstaking work of 'experts' who are trying to figure out what Gaudi's vision might have been, the building faces issues like collapsing cast pieces.
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The Sagrada Familia takes the number six spot in the top ten wonders of the world due to its fascinating story and history.
1:11:57 - 1:13:49 (01:52)
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The Sagrada Familia takes the number six spot in the top ten wonders of the world due to its fascinating story and history. However, the speaker hopes that it doesn't take another 140 years to complete.
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Mark and Wade discuss potential wonders of the world, weighing the merits of the Tokyo rail system, the concept of the disappointment of humanity, and the Cinderella castle.
1:13:49 - 1:18:17 (04:28)
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Mark and Wade discuss potential wonders of the world, weighing the merits of the Tokyo rail system, the concept of the disappointment of humanity, and the Cinderella castle.
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Mark and Wade discuss their picks for the new, new 7 wonders of the world, including space vehicles, internet, Fort Knox, Burj Khalifa, Sydney Opera House, Falcon 9 twin rocket landings, Sagrada Familia, and the disappointment of humanity.
1:18:17 - 1:21:03 (02:46)
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Mark and Wade discuss their picks for the new, new 7 wonders of the world, including space vehicles, internet, Fort Knox, Burj Khalifa, Sydney Opera House, Falcon 9 twin rocket landings, Sagrada Familia, and the disappointment of humanity.
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- A podcast with no clear topic or purpose but consists of some random chit-chats between two friends, where the host promotes his merch store.
1:21:03 - 1:21:44 (00:41)
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- A podcast with no clear topic or purpose but consists of some random chit-chats between two friends, where the host promotes his merch store.