
Asking Dumb Questions About Science w\ Hank Green | The Yard


[00:00 - 00:23]The speaker reflects on how they always thought they knew a lot and had great stories.


[00:05 - 02:13]The speaker knows the person they are talking to is wearing a diaper


[00:16 - 01:52]They were in LA and asked for suggestions on what to do, someone suggested the show


[00:26 - 01:24]They introduce someone named Green who is an artist, educator, thief, and villain.


[00:26 - 01:24]The speaker bought a shirt online and had it shipped to a friend’s house in Glendale


[00:37 - 00:50]The person being interviewed is a WWE superstar


[00:59 - 01:17]They compliment Green's accent and recall a previous conversation where they discussed bringing a seven-year-old to the event, but decide against it due to cost.


[01:24 - 02:45]The speaker and Green discuss how they know a lot of people and make fun of people they've never met.


[01:24 - 02:45]They know everyone on the show


[01:31 - 03:36]They had to look up the speaker in their car


[01:31 - 04:50]The speaker reflects on how they always thought they knew a lot and had great stories.


[01:53 - 02:13]They mention the young age of the group and the speaker's desire to have one of the objects being discussed.


[02:26 - 02:58]The speaker's phone rings and they mention needing to cook.


[03:12 - 05:41]The speaker is familiar with the person from vlogbrothers


[03:18 - 04:22]They were at a YouTube event where they smoked opium with Linus Tech Tips and Susan Wojcicki


[03:24 - 06:04]The speaker is familiar with the person from vlogbrothers


[03:59 - 05:53]They mention making money instead of playing video games and reference their father's disapproval of playing video games.


[04:10 - 07:06]The speaker mentions wearing a diaper and talks about their life being like a video game.


[04:22 - 06:04]The speaker and Green discuss how they know a lot of people and make fun of people they've never met.


[04:32 - 07:06]The speaker knows the person they are talking to is wearing a diaper


[05:35 - 07:00]They talk about being tall and compare themselves to Rhett and Link.


[05:41 - 07:12]The speaker is familiar with the person from vlogbrothers


[07:12 - 07:37]The speaker knows the person they are talking to is wearing a diaper


[07:18 - 08:27]The speaker reflects on how they always thought they knew a lot and had great stories.


[07:38 - 09:18]They have written two novels


[07:45 - 08:27]They started VidCon


[08:53 - 10:25]They mention making money instead of playing video games and reference their father's disapproval of playing video games.


[08:53 - 11:13]The speaker is familiar with the person from vlogbrothers


[09:18 - 10:25]The person being interviewed has done executive work for companies


[10:25 - 11:07]The speaker is familiar with the person from vlogbrothers


[10:25 - 11:32]Nick is introduced as the "misogynist" member of their group.


[11:08 - 14:02]They discuss the speaker's "dad look" and his age of 33.


[11:14 - 14:28]The speaker knows the person they are talking to is wearing a diaper


[11:49 - 13:07]The speaker bought a shirt online and had it shipped to a friend’s house in Glendale


[11:49 - 13:25]They mention the young age of the group and the speaker's desire to have one of the objects being discussed.


[13:08 - 14:15]They had to look up the speaker in their car


[13:38 - 15:28]The speaker asks about hair coming back and discusses science.


[13:38 - 16:18]The speaker talks about deciding to have a child and how it happened at the right time.


[13:50 - 15:39]The speaker talks about being compared to Bill Nye and the evolution of science content creation.


[14:02 - 14:15]The speaker's phone rings and they mention needing to cook.


[14:02 - 15:19]The speaker knows the person they are talking to is wearing a diaper


[14:51 - 15:28]They were invited to be a guest on a show and they said yes


[14:58 - 16:11]They mention the young age of the group and the speaker's desire to have one of the objects being discussed.


[15:29 - 15:51]They have been watching vlogbrothers since 2008 or 2009.


[15:39 - 17:18]They discuss not being familiar with certain popular content creators and how that is viewed by others.


[15:51 - 17:42]They mention a video about why people get shingles and introduce a person with shingles in the room.


[17:43 - 20:20]They discuss the societal expectations for what counts as useful or interesting facts.


[17:50 - 20:31]The speaker talks about their own experience with cancer and hair growth, including the possibility of curly hair.


[19:53 - 21:23]The speaker asks about hair coming back and discusses science.


[20:52 - 21:11]They discuss the societal expectations for what counts as useful or interesting facts.


[21:11 - 22:20]The speaker asks about hair coming back and discusses science.


[22:20 - 23:51]They discuss the societal expectations for what counts as useful or interesting facts.


[23:52 - 25:42]They discuss Dr. Mario and his legitimacy as a doctor.


[25:42 - 27:17]The speaker talks about being compared to Bill Nye and the evolution of science content creation.


[26:32 - 27:43]They discuss not being familiar with certain popular content creators and how that is viewed by others.


[26:38 - 28:17]The speaker talks about being compared to Bill Nye and the evolution of science content creation.


[27:23 - 27:51]The speaker expresses admiration for a performer's stage presence and ability to connect with the audience.


[27:38 - 28:58]The speaker mentions Hank Green's video on atoms and how it helped them understand semiconductors.


[27:52 - 29:37]They mention being scared of atoms and how they are held together by forces.


[29:43 - 31:53]The speaker talks about their experience with Factor Meals, a ready-to-eat meal kit, and discusses the different meal options available.


[30:41 - 30:46]The speaker expresses admiration for a performer's stage presence and ability to connect with the audience.


[31:27 - 31:58]The speaker talks about their experience with Factor Meals, a ready-to-eat meal kit, and discusses the different meal options available.


[31:59 - 32:27]The speaker brings up the topic of existence and how it is strange that the universe has stuff instead of nothing.


[32:39 - 32:50]They mention being scared of atoms and how they are held together by forces.


[32:50 - 33:26]They mention how science is constantly evolving and how our understanding of it has changed in recent years.


[33:32 - 34:40]The speaker brings up the topic of existence and how it is strange that the universe has stuff instead of nothing.


[34:40 - 35:54]They talk about how people always want to be doing something different and how quickly trends and interests change.


[34:48 - 35:11]The speaker mentions how in a hundred years, people will likely look back at us and think we were "dumb."


[35:30 - 35:49]They talk about how people always want to be doing something different and how quickly trends and interests change.


[35:54 - 36:39]The speaker discusses the difference between science fiction written for fans and science fiction that is popular.


[36:26 - 37:11]The speaker brings up the topic of existence and how it is strange that the universe has stuff instead of nothing.


[36:59 - 38:35]They mention their fascination with the fact that air is "stuff" and can cause explosions when moving at high speeds.


[37:44 - 38:10]They jokingly suggest a TV show called "Mark vs. Mark" featuring Mark Wahlberg and Mark Rober competing in various tasks.


[38:35 - 40:13]They discuss whippits and whether or not the speaker has done them


[39:00 - 42:40]The speaker's doctor asks if he is circumcised and the speaker is unsure


[41:24 - 42:29]The speaker talks about his childhood interest in astronomy and how he learned that certain stars will eventually cease to exist


[42:29 - 43:24]The speaker introduces a science question about the plank distance and why it cannot be smaller


[43:10 - 45:21]They discuss the concept of touching and how it is not actually physical in the way we perceive it


[44:19 - 45:51]The speaker shares a personal question about the way he holds his head and they joke about it.


[46:51 - 49:36]The speaker talks about his childhood interest in astronomy and how he learned that certain stars will eventually cease to exist


[48:59 - 49:52]They discuss the idea of wanting an audience and how the internet has made it easier for nerds to find each other


[49:44 - 50:47]Person talking about their love for making things and being on stage in middle school


[49:52 - 52:04]The speaker shares a personal question about the way he holds his head and they joke about it.


[50:29 - 51:52]Mention of only having one girlfriend in high school


[50:54 - 51:30]Reference to writing notes to girls and being a "hound"


[51:09 - 52:04]Mention of Dan Harmon and a quote about being funny in high school


[51:31 - 51:42]Reference to writing notes to girls and being a "hound"


[52:06 - 52:42]Reference to a puppet animal and not knowing about the person's brother until Tumblr


[52:42 - 53:02]Reference to writing notes to girls and being a "hound"


[53:12 - 53:19]Mention of a Tumblr post made by brother that changed the rules of the website


[53:20 - 53:52]Clarification that the post did not actually change the website, but caused backlash for John Green


[53:57 - 54:03]Feeling alone because of people who don't understand or know certain things


[54:03 - 54:53]Mention of a Tumblr post made by brother that changed the rules of the website


[54:12 - 54:36]Criticism of quote retweet culture


[54:37 - 56:29]Comparison to hating Dave Matthews Band in high school because of the people who liked it


[56:29 - 57:10]Discussion of the internet and its ability to magnify differences


[56:50 - 57:29]Feeling alone because of people who don't understand or know certain things


[57:11 - 58:44]Discussion of the internet and its ability to magnify differences


[58:08 - 58:34]Mention of a tweet about Vladimir Lenin and the filter bubble on Twitter


[58:44 - 59:12]Criticism of quote retweet culture


[58:53 - 59:52]Hank Green's reasons for using Twitter, including wanting a little treat and using it for practical purposes like selling tickets and products


[58:59 - 59:29]A conversation about using Twitter and learning languages


[59:29 - 59:42]Aiden struggles with saying "my money long" in Mandarin


[59:42 - 1.00:08]The deal is only for listeners of the podcast "The Yard"


[59:52 - 1.02:05]The speaker and their friend discuss a sold out comedy show on Tuesday that sold out within 24 hours


[1.00:09 - 1.00:32]The app is called Babble and offers quick lessons with language experts


[1.00:33 - 1.00:38]Aiden is using the app to learn Mandarin


[1.00:38 - 1.01:30]Aiden struggles with saying "my money long" in Mandarin


[1.00:44 - 1.01:11]The app is called Babble and offers quick lessons with language experts


[1.01:30 - 1.01:50]The deal is only for listeners of the podcast "The Yard"


[1.01:35 - 1.02:05]Babble is only for good listeners and can be found at babble.com/theyard


[1.02:05 - 1.04:59]They mention rules and restrictions that may apply to the show and discuss the idea of people showing up because they like the comedian rather than the quality of the jokes


[1.05:00 - 1.06:03]The speaker talks about their own experience with writing and performing stand-up comedy and the challenges of turning it into a successful product


[1.07:26 - 1.10:37]They mention some of their favorite comedians and jokes, and the importance of being able to make people feel lost or uncomfortable in a performance


[1.09:24 - 1.11:07]The speaker talks about their own experience with writing and performing stand-up comedy and the challenges of turning it into a successful product


[1.10:56 - 1.12:29]The conversation turns to the trend of YouTubers quitting and the speaker discusses the idea of a "hard close" in terms of novel writing versus the constant expectation to create content on YouTube


[1.11:48 - 1.14:05]They use the example of YouTuber Tom Scott as someone who has created a body of work rather than a career, and the freedom that comes with being able to try new things and move on from a successful project.


[1.12:09 - 1.13:51]The conversation turns to the trend of YouTubers quitting and the speaker discusses the idea of a "hard close" in terms of novel writing versus the constant expectation to create content on YouTube


[1.13:39 - 1.14:42]Comparison of YouTube to a "slop treadmill"


[1.14:06 - 1.15:16]Mention of ASMR slime and a YouTuber quitting


[1.15:16 - 1.16:30]Mention of Home Star Runner and Red vs. Blue


[1.16:16 - 1.17:11]Discussion of internet usage and birth years


[1.16:40 - 1.18:13]Comparison to Irish goodbye and comments on old YouTube videos


[1.16:46 - 1.17:16]Discussion of internet usage and birth years


[1.17:17 - 1.17:40]Comparison to Irish goodbye and comments on old YouTube videos


[1.17:47 - 1.19:59]Streamer talking about streaming and potential backlash


[1.17:53 - 1.18:07]Question of how a slime YouTuber would announce their departure


[1.19:16 - 1.21:42]Streamer talking about streaming and potential backlash


[1.20:05 - 1.20:39]YouTuber discussing their channel and content


[1.21:05 - 1.21:20]Mention of ASMR slime and a YouTuber quitting


[1.21:20 - 1.22:59]YouTuber discussing their channel and content


[1.22:07 - 1.23:38]Discussion of vlogbrothers, its origins, and recent videos


[1.23:11 - 1.25:14]Mention of yearly charity livestream, The Project for Awesome


[1.24:25 - 1.25:30]Personal note on never missing a vlogbrothers video and fandom


[1.24:57 - 1.26:12]Discussion of idea for a 48-hour show with a lock-in theme.


[1.25:31 - 1.26:17]Mention of hosting a separate convention for fans


[1.25:41 - 1.26:44]A group of people are discussing an idea for a game involving statues and swords where players can't leave the room.


[1.26:29 - 1.30:10]The conversation shifts to a discussion about how holding pee or poop for too long can have serious health consequences.


[1.29:31 - 1.34:19]They then take a break to play a science quiz game called Kahoot, which ends up being won by someone named Dylan Morris.


[1.34:19 - 1.36:12]The group continues to discuss various topics, including turning Nicki Minaj into a stoner in a song.


[1.34:25 - 1.36:17]They then take a break to play a science quiz game called Kahoot, which ends up being won by someone named Dylan Morris.


[1.36:18 - 1.37:22]One person shares that they have a charity sock business and encourages others to buy from their website.


[1.37:04 - 1.38:47]The group ends the conversation by jokingly discussing how they are a "family business" of making YouTube shorts and selling socks.


[1.38:25 - 1.38:40]They propose that the last person remaining in the room will win $10,000.