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202: Unrequested Assaults

Marc recounts a bizarre experience where he was punched in the face by a mentally unstable man in an upscale hotel lobby. The hosts discuss the psychology of unpredictable violence and the distinct social geography of Los Angeles.

Originally aired December 18, 2009|The Early Podcast: Marc & Tod|Download MP3
Chapters (10)
  1. 00:00IntroOpening credits, Hite Beer sponsorship, and banter about Marc's hoarse voice.
  2. 01:38The Work-cationMarc describes staying at a hotel very close to his home for a work event.
  3. 03:51The Hotel AssaultDetailed account of a strange man confronting Marc and eventually punching him in the eye.
  4. 13:06The AftermathThe fallout after the confrontation and how it was resolved.
  5. 15:29Psychology of ViolenceDiscussion on the 'haze' of unexpected attacks versus planned robberies.
  6. 22:20Fight or FlightJohn questions why Marc didn't leave sooner; discussion on instinctual reactions.
  7. 26:46LA GeographyObservations on the instantaneous shift between luxury and poverty in Los Angeles.
  8. 31:11Hipster TargetsThe hosts joke that the attacker was specifically targeting hipsters in flannel.
  9. 34:46Pretty Good Podcast MerchAd read for Hot Talk LA shirts and discussion of Low Budget FM's own pending shirts.
  10. 37:48OutroClosing audio drops and sign-off.
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