A Day as a Harvard Physics Student | Bank robbers and taco shops
TLDRThe video script narrates a day in the life of an individual following a power outage during a storm. Despite the inconvenience, they make a new friend, the 'Thunder Buddy', and share a memorable phone call with a friend who bought a house. The day includes a workout at the Harvard gym, teaching duties, and a meal at a favorite Mexican restaurant, Felipe's, reminiscing about home. The script also touches on the joys of teaching, a successful research meeting, and the dedication to work late into the night to meet a paper revision deadline, alluding to a future goal of reaching a 'Tangerine Florida'.
Takeaways
- 🌪️ The narrator experienced a power outage during a storm, which led to an unexpected interaction with the neighbor.
- 🌧️ Despite the power outage, the narrator found a positive in meeting a new friend, referring to them as a 'Thunder Buddy'.
- 🏠 The narrator received news of a friend buying a house during the power outage, which brought them joy.
- 🧳 The narrator decided to change their routine by going to a different gym, the Harvard gym, which they find nicer.
- 🎥 The narrator mentioned a famous bank, Cambridge Savings Bank, known for being featured in a movie, 'The Town'.
- 💪 The narrator reflected on their physical transformation since their last visit to Hemingway gym, now being stronger.
- 🏫 The narrator teaches a course and values commitment, as shown by staying for the full hour of office hours even if no students show up.
- 🍴 Due to the power outage, the narrator dined out at a Mexican restaurant, Felipe's, reminiscing about home and tacos.
- 🎶 The narrator shared a personal connection to a song, 'Power Trip' by J Cole, which they play when driving around their old neighborhood.
- 👨🏫 The narrator expressed a deep appreciation for teaching and getting to know their students on a personal level.
- 📝 The narrator is working on a paper that requires revisions and plans to work through the night to meet a deadline.
Q & A
What event occurred last night in the narrator's apartment?
-There was a power outage in the narrator's apartment due to a bad storm that affected the entire city.
How did the power outage affect the narrator's social life?
-The power outage led to the narrator meeting their next door neighbor and making a new 'Thunder Buddy', which they found to be a fun experience.
What significant news did the narrator receive from their friend during the power outage?
-The narrator's friend informed them that they had just bought a house, which the narrator was very happy about.
Why did the narrator decide to change their usual gym routine?
-The narrator decided to go to the Harvard gym instead of their usual gym because it's a lot nicer and they felt it was good to change things up.
What did the narrator have to retrieve and pack for their new gym routine?
-The narrator had to take their gym bag out of storage and pack their running shoes, shorts, a workout shirt, and other necessary items.
Why does the narrator find it worth it to bring a gym bag on the train even though it's a hassle?
-The narrator believes that the benefits of using the nicer Harvard gym outweigh the inconvenience of carrying a gym bag on the train.
What movie was filmed at the Cambridge Savings Bank and what is it about?
-The movie 'The Town' was filmed at the Cambridge Savings Bank. It's about bank robbers from Charlestown, a neighborhood in Boston.
How has the narrator's physical condition changed since their last visit to Hemingway gym?
-The narrator has lost 30 pounds since their last visit to Hemingway gym and has come back stronger three years later.
What is the narrator's profession and how do they feel about teaching?
-The narrator is a teacher who enjoys the process not just for explaining concepts, but also for getting to know the students personally.
What did the narrator's student say to them at the end of the last section for the semester?
-The student expressed appreciation for everything the narrator did for them, which the narrator found to be very meaningful.
What is the narrator's plan for the night after receiving feedback on their submitted paper?
-The narrator plans to work through the night to make the requested revisions on their paper because they have a meeting to discuss them the next morning.
Outlines
🌩️ Power Outage and New Beginnings
The narrator recounts the events of a stormy night that led to a city-wide power outage. Despite the inconvenience, they found the situation to be a positive experience, as it allowed them to meet their next-door neighbor and form a new friendship. They also reflect on a phone call with a friend who recently bought a house, expressing happiness for their friend's achievement. The narrator then describes their decision to change up their routine by going to a different gym, the Harvard gym, and the preparation involved in this decision. They also mention a famous bank, the Cambridge Savings Bank, which was featured in a movie they love, 'The Town,' and share their thoughts on the film's theme and ending.
🏫 Campus Life and Teaching Reflections
The script continues with the narrator's visit to Hemingway gym, where they reflect on their past experiences and express a desire to return more frequently. After a productive workout, they head to office hours for the course they teach, emphasizing the importance of keeping one's word. The narrator then shares a pleasant encounter with a student who expressed appreciation for their teaching efforts. They also discuss a visit to their advisor's office and a meeting with a researcher from a Quantum Computing company. The section concludes with the narrator's last class of the semester, capturing the bittersweet emotions of the occasion and a memorable compliment from a student. The narrator expresses a newfound love for teaching and the personal connections it fosters.
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Keywords
💡Power outage
💡Thunder Buddy
💡Harvard gym
💡Campus
💡Cambridge Savings Bank
💡Quantum Computing
💡Office hours
💡Study lounge
💡Twix
💡Tangerine Florida
💡Revisions
Highlights
Power outage during a storm leads to meeting the narrator's next door neighbor and forming a 'Thunder Buddy'.
Despite the power outage, the narrator reflects on the positive aspects of the night, including a friend's exciting news of buying a house.
The narrator decides to try a new gym, the Harvard gym, as a change from the usual routine.
Packing the gym bag after a long time signifies a change in routine and a fresh start.
The inconvenience of taking a gym bag on the train is outweighed by the benefits of the new gym experience.
The Cambridge Savings Bank is recognized as the filming location for the movie 'The Town', which is the narrator's favorite.
The movie 'The Town' resonates with the narrator due to its themes of escaping one's past and finding a peaceful ending.
Returning to Hemingway gym three years later, the narrator feels stronger and reflects on personal growth.
The narrator values commitment, staying for the full hour of office hours even when no students show up.
A power outage the previous night leads to eating out at a Mexican restaurant, Felipe's, which reminds the narrator of home.
The song 'Power Trip' by J Cole is a personal anthem for the narrator when driving around the old neighborhood.
The narrator's pride in their neighborhood and the significance of taco shops as symbols of homecoming and growth.
A meeting with a researcher from a Quantum Computing company and the importance of networking in academic circles.
The bittersweet feeling of the last section for the semester, marked by a group photo and student appreciation.
Teaching is more than explaining; it's about getting to know students on a personal level and caring for their success.
The narrator's favorite chocolate, a Twix from CVS, serves as a quick energy boost before heading home.
Working late into the night to make revisions on a paper, demonstrating dedication and commitment to research.
The aspiration to achieve a 'Tangerine Florida', a metaphor for a peaceful and successful future.
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