TELL THE WHOLE DAMN WORLD!
TELL THE WHOLE DAMN WORLD!
Podcast Description
The podcast for fans of THE University of California.
If you’re a true Cal fan, you know the Bear Territory chant. You know it’s a bold, celebratory exclamation that makes you feel pride in being a Golden Bear. Our podcast builds off that same exhilarating feeling of being part of the University of California.
We are here to build and foster a stronger and more connected Cal fan community by interviewing student-athletes, prominent Cal alumni, and others who are passionate about Cal. We plan to bring you new episodes each Monday!
www.tellthewholedamnworld.com
GO BEARS!!!
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast focuses on topics related to University of California athletics, featuring interviews with student-athletes, alumni, and influential figures associated with Cal. Episodes explore themes such as sports heritage, community impact, and personal anecdotes from notable guests, such as discussions with sports broadcasters, former athletes, and coaches about their experiences at Cal and the evolution of its sports culture.
Ahmad Anderson and Reza Sirafinejad host the podcast for Golden Bear fans who love THE University of California! We celebrate all things Cal and produce on-camera interviews with prominent people who are passionate about UC Berkeley. We hope you find our podcast to be fun, inspirational, uplifting, and informative – and help you feel much more connected to our great university.
New episodes every Monday! Each episode will bring you an on-camera interview with a new featured guest or a look back at Cal history with Leslie Mitchell.
Learn more: https://TellTheWholeDamnWorld.com
GO BEARS!!!
How many of you are familiar with the term “Rube Goldberg machine?” Have you ever wondered who Rube Goldberg was? And did you realize he was a Golden Bear? In this special Cal History episode, Leslie and Reza tell you all about Rube Goldberg, who was best known as being the first famous cartoonist in the world. He drew cartoons depicting complicated gadgets performing simple tasks in indirect, convoluted, and humorous ways. And of course, he was a Cal alum!
Learn more about the podcast: https://TellTheWholeDamnWorld.com/We are the podcast for Golden Bear fans who love THE University of California. We celebrate all things Cal and the prominent people who are passionate about UC Berkeley. GO BEARS!!!
Summary
This conversation explores the life and legacy of Rube Goldberg, a pioneering cartoonist known for his humorous illustrations of complex inventions. Leslie Mitchell, a Cal history expert, discusses Goldberg's early life, education at the University of California, and his rise to fame in the cartooning world. The dialogue highlights his unique style, cultural impact, and the lasting significance of his work, including the term 'Rube Goldberg' becoming synonymous with overly complex solutions. The conversation concludes with reflections on Goldberg's later life and his enduring connection to his alma mater.
Takeaways
Rube Goldberg was a pioneering cartoonist known for his humorous inventions.
He started drawing at a very young age, showing early talent.
Goldberg's education at Cal influenced his later work significantly.
He transitioned from engineering to cartooning, finding success in humor.
His work became a cultural phenomenon, leading to the term 'Rube Goldberg' being widely used.
Goldberg's cartoons often depicted absurdly complex machines for simple tasks.
He won a Pulitzer Prize for his editorial cartoons during WWII.
Goldberg's legacy continues to influence artists and humorists today.
He maintained a strong connection to his roots at Cal throughout his life.
Goldberg's philosophy emphasized the importance of humor in life.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Rube Goldberg and Leslie Mitchell
06:07 Rube Goldberg's Early Life and Family Background
08:15 Rube's Artistic Journey Begins
10:27 Education and Influences at Cal
13:51 The Impact of College on Rube's Work
16:00 Career Beginnings and Early Struggles
19:06 Transition to Cartooning and Early Success
23:01 Moving to New York and Finding His Path
24:38 The Rise of Rube Goldberg
30:20 The Impact of Technology on Art
36:19 The Legacy of Rube Goldberg
41:33 A Life of Creativity and Humor
47:49 The Charisma of Rube Goldberg
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