Food for Thought

In the season finale of the podcast, Anish and Sameer invite their good friends Navya and Sanjana to reflect on the past year. More specifically, they dive into topics such as college admissions, mental health, and social media.

Anish and Sameer talk about the chess boom and their own interests in chess. They also go on to talk about the role of Netflix's "The Queens Gambit" and Twitch streaming in shaping the worldview of chess.

Anish and Sameer talk about the COVID-19 vaccine and some quick facts to help spread some helpful information. They also reflect on the pandemic's effect on mental health, school, and changing social dynamics.

Anish and Sameer talk about the Oscars and look at the criteria for science-fiction to receive a nomination. Additionally, they take a deep dive into their favorite films, directors, and composers to talk about what makes them so interesting and legendary.

Anish and Sameer talk about the restart of the major American sports and how they handle the current situation with the virus. They also talk about the importance of sports in our world and how it correlates to bringing about major social change.