QUESTIONS + ANSWERS
1. At the beginning, one speaker mentions "makeshift communities." What does that mean?
"Makeshift communities" typically refers to temporary, improvised settlements or groups that form out of necessity or shared circumstances.
2. Had you ever heard of Desert Daze before listening to this episode?
Answers vary according to personal experience.
3. Phil Pirrone from Desert Daze says, "In the first few years, we just kind of bootstrapped it." What does that mean?
"Bootstrapped it" means they started and grew the festival with minimal external resources, relying mainly on their own efforts and limited funds.
4. One speaker says that "consumers were flush with cash." What does that mean?
"Flush with cash" means having plenty of money available to spend.
5. Do you ever go to music festivals? Do you know anyone who does?
Answers vary according to personal experience.
6. Phil says, "We experienced that, right out the gate." What does that mean?
"Right out the gate" means immediately or from the very beginning.
7. Have you changed any of your habits because prices have risen in the past few years?
Answers vary according to personal experience.
8. What does "it's hard to make ends meet" mean? Do you have a similar expression in your native language?
"Hard to make ends meet" means struggling to pay for basic necessities with one's income. The expression exists in many languages, often with similar imagery.
9. Do you agree with the argument that "Gen Z has less enthusiasm for festivals than generations past"?
Answers vary according to personal opinions.
10. What are some ways that people can bond with peers aside from attending music festivals?
Some ways people can bond with others include:
- Joining clubs or groups based on their interests
- Participating in team sports
- Attending local events
- Engaging in online communities
- Volunteering
- Taking classes or workshops
- Having regular social gatherings or game nights
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