Thinking Around the World
03/01/24 • 7 min
In this episode of 1000 Words or Less, Jake Hounds shares his disenchanted expedition through Walt Disney World's EPCOT, where he confronts the widely celebrated tradition of "Drinking Around the World."
EPCOT, known for its diverse pavilions representing various countries, has become synonymous with the Drinking Around the World challenge, where guests attempt to have a drink at each pavilion. For many, it's a rite of passage, a thrilling exploration of cultures through libations. For Jake Hounds, it's a different story.
He reflects on the blurred lines between escapism and excess, questioning the suitability of alcohol consumption in a family-oriented environment. But as he bids farewell to the iconic Spaceship Earth, Jake leaves listeners with a thought-provoking message about himself.
Join Jake Hounds on his humorous journey through EPCOT, where Disney meets American drinking culture, and discover why Jake believes that beneath Disney's glittering veneer lies a world that is far from magical.
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In this episode of 1000 Words or Less, Jake Hounds shares his disenchanted expedition through Walt Disney World's EPCOT, where he confronts the widely celebrated tradition of "Drinking Around the World."
EPCOT, known for its diverse pavilions representing various countries, has become synonymous with the Drinking Around the World challenge, where guests attempt to have a drink at each pavilion. For many, it's a rite of passage, a thrilling exploration of cultures through libations. For Jake Hounds, it's a different story.
He reflects on the blurred lines between escapism and excess, questioning the suitability of alcohol consumption in a family-oriented environment. But as he bids farewell to the iconic Spaceship Earth, Jake leaves listeners with a thought-provoking message about himself.
Join Jake Hounds on his humorous journey through EPCOT, where Disney meets American drinking culture, and discover why Jake believes that beneath Disney's glittering veneer lies a world that is far from magical.
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- Twitter/X @houndsjake
- Instagram or Threads @jakehounds
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1000 Words or Less - Thinking Around the World
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I’m Jake Hounds, and this is One Thousand Words or Less
EPISODE 2 - THINKING AROUND THE WORLD
I was sitting in the hot tub of my Disney World hotel enjoying the warm water in the cool night air when I was joined by a trio of couples sporting a variety of tattoos. I don’t have any tattoos, so I always feel a bit homogenized when I am around people so adorned.
At Disney World, the conversation inevitably turns to the parks: Did you ride TRON? Have you met Mickey Mouse? And
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