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!
Mentioned in This Episode
- Mera Nyer (person)
- Mississippi Masala (book)
- The Namesake (book)
- Zoron (person)
- Harold and Kumar, Go to White Castle (book)
- ASPCA Pet Health Insurance Program (company)
- IHIP News (sponsor)
- Center Stage (location)
- Cal Penn (person)
- Meera Nair (person)
- Harold and Kumar Go to White Castle (media)
- Bill Nye (person)
- Mississippi Masala (media)
- iHeart (company)
- ASPCA (company)
- Honey Love (product)
- Lola Blanket (product)