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409: The No Bummer Sleep Spectacular

409: The No Bummer Sleep Spectacular

Update: 2025-03-195
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This podcast episode features John and Hank Green discussing a variety of topics. John announces his new book, "Everything is Tuberculosis," and they address listener concerns about the podcast's suitability for sleep. A significant portion focuses on listener questions: the fate of Hank's old blog, EcoGeek; the hypothetical existence of a "Pope of Mars"; the differences between various protein sources and their amino acid composition; and the meaning and implications of "godly hours." They also provide an update on AFC Wimbledon's football performance and delve into a philosophical discussion about time, heaven, and faith, sparked by the "godly hours" question. The episode is punctuated by humorous anecdotes, including a discussion of matching shirts and John's neck injury.

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00:00:00
Book Announcement, Listener Concerns & Themed Episodes

The podcast opens with John Green's announcement of his new book, "Everything is Tuberculosis," followed by a discussion of listener concerns about using the podcast as sleep aid and the announcement of a "no bummers" themed episode. Discussion includes matching shirts and John's neck injury.

00:01:56
AFC Wimbledon & Elephant Feet

An update on AFC Wimbledon's football performance is given, followed by a discussion about the unique features of elephant feet.

00:03:15
Listener Questions: Mars, Protein, and Theology

The brothers answer listener questions about Hank's defunct blog EcoGeek, the potential for a Pope on Mars, different types of protein, and the meaning of "godly hours," leading to a discussion on time, heaven, and faith.

Keywords

Everything is Tuberculosis


John Green's new book exploring the history and impact of tuberculosis.

EcoGeek


Hank Green's former blog exploring technology and environmental issues.

Essential Amino Acids


Amino acids the human body cannot produce, crucial for protein synthesis.

AFC Wimbledon


A football club in London, frequently discussed on the podcast.

Mars Pope


A hypothetical religious leader on Mars, sparking discussion on religious schisms.

Godly Hours


A colloquial term for favorable times, prompting discussion on time perception.

Protein


Nutritional component discussed in relation to different food sources and amino acid composition.

Sleep Podcast


Listeners' concerns about using the podcast as a sleep aid are addressed.

Q&A

  • What happened to Hank's blog, EcoGeek?

    EcoGeek explored technology and the environment; the 2008 financial crisis prevented its sale, leading Hank to other projects.

  • If humans colonize Mars, would there be a Pope of Mars?

    A schism within the Catholic Church is likely, with a potential "Pope of Mars."

  • What are the different types of protein in food, and are they all equally effective?

    Different foods contain different proteins, but all break down into amino acids; complete proteins contain all essential amino acids.

  • How is AFC Wimbledon doing?

    AFC Wimbledon has improved significantly and is in a strong position for promotion.

  • What are "godly hours"?

    Originally referring to daylight hours, the term now signifies acceptable or desirable times.

Show Notes

Whatever happened to Ecogeek? If humans colonized Mars, would there be a pope of Mars? Are certain types of protein more effective for humans? Did AFC Wimbledon get… good? How do elephants walk around on their squishy feet? What are the godly hours? …Hank and John Green have answers!


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