2 chapters across the catalog
The 2024 Academy Awards are overshadowed by plagiarism allegations against the film The Holdovers, with claims that the screenplay was stolen from a script titled Frisco. Discussion shifts to the difficulty of watching modern films due to their length and the impact of short-form content like TikTok on attention spans. One participant admits to having access to screeners but failing to watch nominated films like Oppenheimer.
Warren Buffett and BNSF Railway Maintenance Standards
The BNSF Railway, recently acquired by Warren Buffett, is criticized for the rusty and unwashed appearance of its locomotives. The hosts compare this to historical pride in refinery maintenance and speculate that the railway is neglecting current equipment in anticipation of high-speed rail upgrades. They suggest new rail specs for double-decker cars are designed to accommodate large freight containers.
