Manifest This, A*sholes
From I've Had It
The content addresses frustrations regarding the intrusive advertisements experienced by paid subscribers of news services and magazines, emphasizing the annoyance of deceptive pop-ups that lead users to unintended sites. It also touches on the importance of supporting quality journalism while advocating for a better user experience online.
Key Takeaways
- Escalator etiquette: Don't be the 'human traffic cone' holding everyone up at 30,000 feet.
- Paying for news shouldn’t come with pop-up ads; that’s like ordering a meal and getting a side of chaos.
- Airports are the ultimate test of patience; it's a wonder if anyone departs without a sarcastic remark.
- In New York, honesty is policy—saving time is more important than being polite. Sorry, not sorry!
- Lack of self-awareness on escalators is akin to bringing a piñata to a quiet library—totally disruptive!
Who is mentioned in this episode?
5 people come up, including Mera Nyer, Zoron, Cal Penn.
- Mera Nyer (Person)
- Zoron (Person)
- Cal Penn (Person)
- Meera Nair (Person)
- Bill Nye (Person)
Sponsors of this episode
- IHIP News (Sponsor)
- ASPCA (Company)
- Honey Love (Product)
- Lola Blanket (Product)
Mentioned in this episode
- Mississippi Masala (Book)
- The Namesake (Book)
- Harold and Kumar, Go to White Castle (Book)
- ASPCA Pet Health Insurance Program (Company)
- Center Stage (Location)
- Harold and Kumar Go to White Castle (Media)
- Mississippi Masala (Media)
- iHeart (Company)