In this episode, the guys discuss the topic of code-switching (1:36). They review examples of code switching in the media including Barack Obama, Boots Riley’s “Sorry to Bother You” and Keegan Michael Key and Jordan Peele’s code switching sketch on “Key & Peele”. They also discuss the Harvard Business Review’s piece on code-switching in the workplace as well as the use of different accents as a form of code switching. Finally, Ali discusses his personal views on code-switching and a conversation he had on the topic with Hasan Minhaj. Next, Asif discusses the prevalence of video game playing in society and the argument that they may actually be good for you (17:33). He then reviews the evidence for the association between video games and aggression in children and teens. Finally, Asif reviews the concept of video game addiction and provides practical tips for parents on regulating video game use in kids.
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Show Notes:
Episode 21: ‘Ted Lasso’ / Psychedelics in Medicine
Episode 20: ‘Never Have I Ever’/ Conversion Disorder
Episode 19: Non-traditional comedy specials / ADHD in adults
Episode 18: HBO's 'Hacks' / ADHD in Kids
Episode 17: Interview with Dr. Jen Gunter
Episode 16: Can Comedy Affect Change? / Doctor Stereotypes
Episode 15: Another Round / ‘Is It Wine O’Clock?’
Emergency podcast: London, Ontario Tragedy
Episode 13: The Tragically Hip / Goop
Episode 12: 'Sound of Metal" / Cochlear Implants
Episode 11: Saturday Night Live Top 5’s / Intermittent Fasting
Bonus: As if the director wouldn’t let you pronounce “Asif” properly
Episode 9: Accents & Apu / ’Medical ‘Miracles’ & Doctor Distrust
Episode 8: Chadwick Boseman / Colon Cancer
Episode 7: Special Episode - Oscars Preview
Episode 6:The United States of Al/Dr. Oz
Episode 5: Origin Story
Episode 4: Rebirth of Roast Comedy / Masks & Covid-19
Episode 3: Auditioning / The Ketogenic Diet
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