Deep Dive
Why did the new fridge fail to work properly?
The fridge, an open-box model from Best Buy, stopped cooling after reaching a certain temperature, despite being documented as working and having factory tape on it.
What was the delivery experience like for the new fridge?
The delivery was surprisingly smooth; the delivery team was efficient, and the fridge was installed without damaging the house, but it failed to cool properly shortly after.
How did Best Buy handle the faulty fridge issue?
Best Buy initially agreed to exchange the fridge for a new one but later retracted, offering only a refund instead, leaving the customer without a working fridge before a major holiday.
What were the consequences of the fridge failure for the host's Thanksgiving plans?
With 14 guests expected and a fully stocked but inadequate basement fridge, the host had to cook a large amount of food without proper refrigeration, adding stress to the preparations.
What was the host's future hyperfixation chosen from the suggestions?
The host chose 3D printing as their next hyperfixation, inspired by the advancements and possibilities in home resin printing and metal sintering.
What was the most expensive item mentioned for collecting dinosaur bones?
A pristine serrated Tyrannosaurus tooth, priced at $17,000, was the most expensive item mentioned for collecting dinosaur bones.
What was the suggestion for a new hobby involving marbles?
The suggestion was to get into Marbula One, a marble racing series, involving collecting marble runs, 3D printing custom obstacles, and creating a personal marble racing setup.
How did the host feel about the chosen hyperfixation?
The host was initially not excited about BattleBots but expressed genuine interest in 3D printing, acknowledging the advancements and potential for creating various objects at home.
- purchase of a new refrigerator
- delivery issues
- refrigerator malfunction
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