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WWDTM: Sue Bird and Megan Rapinoe

2024/10/26
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Wait Wait... Don't Tell Me!

Key Insights

Why did Sue Bird and Megan Rapinoe decide to start a podcast?

They wanted to discuss women's sports and took out the tipsy part from their Instagram lives.

Where do Sue Bird and Megan Rapinoe keep their Olympic medals and other awards?

They have them in storage or a safe that isn't secured to the wall.

Why did an airport in New Zealand implement a three-minute limit for hugs in the drop-off zone?

To prevent delays caused by long goodbyes.

What new federal ruling was made to make it easier for gym members to cancel their subscriptions?

The 'click to cancel' rule allows cancellation the same way one signed up.

Why did a woman sue British Airlines for not receiving a farewell card?

She felt offended and took legal action, despite the company having a card for her.

Chapters

The hosts and panelists debate the practicality and emotional impact of a new airport rule limiting goodbye hugs to three minutes.
  • The panel discusses the new rule limiting hugs at airports to three minutes.
  • They debate whether three minutes is a long or short time for a hug.
  • The conversation touches on the emotional and logistical challenges of enforcing such a rule.

Shownotes Transcript

This week, sports power couple Sue Bird and Megan Rapinoe talk about their podcast, who's more competitive, and where they keep their medalsLearn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices)NPR Privacy Policy)