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The hosts discuss humorous and fair ways to determine the naming rights for the 'Gulf of Mexico' through annual competitions between bordering nations, similar to an 'Olympics of the Gulf'.
Takeways• One host resists changing the 'Gulf of Mexico' name due to personal preference and age.
• The hosts propose annual competitions to determine naming rights for the Gulf.
• An 'Olympics'-style event, including fishing and hunting, is suggested to decide the Gulf's name.
The hosts delve into the recent debate surrounding the renaming of the Gulf of Mexico, with one expressing reluctance to change the traditional name at his age, despite acknowledging the shifting political landscape. They propose various competitive scenarios, like annual fishing rodeos, soccer tournaments, or an 'Olympics'-style event, to decide which country gets to name the body of water for the year, aiming for a fair and engaging resolution.
Gulf Naming Debate
• 00:00:00 A discussion arises about potentially renaming the 'Gulf of Mexico' to 'Gulf of America,' prompting one host to express hesitation due to his age and an inclination to observe how such a change would unfold. The host recalls a recent incident where a script for a show filmed in the Gulf had to be adapted as the political debate around its name intensified, ultimately deciding against changing the nomenclature in his voice-over.
• 00:01:32 The hosts explore the idea of an annual competition to determine the naming rights of the Gulf, suggesting a fair way to decide who 'earns' the name for the year. This competition could involve Mexico, America, and other smaller bordering countries like Cuba, though it's acknowledged that 'Gulf of Cuba' is unlikely. They propose various contests, including a fishing competition or a soccer game, where the winner would secure naming rights for that year.
Proposed Gulf Olympics
• 00:02:22 A more elaborate concept emerges: a 'Gulf Olympics' featuring Mexico and America competing in ten events related to the Gulf. This athletic and skill-based approach could include activities such as swimming, hunting on the shoreline, and spear fishing, offering a comprehensive and entertaining way to decide the annual naming rights. The idea is to make the competition exciting and applicable to the region's activities.