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Kenneth Mann
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What surprises me is that no one has mentioned any of the arts - - - like painting, music acting, etc. - - - in this string.
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Discussion Overview
The discussion revolves around the concept of "mind-blowing" jobs, with participants sharing various occupations they find thrilling or dangerous. The scope includes personal opinions, anecdotes, and speculative thoughts on the nature of these jobs, touching on themes of risk, excitement, and the psychological aspects of working in high-stress environments.
Discussion Character
- Debate/contested
- Exploratory
- Conceptual clarification
Main Points Raised
- Some participants highlight helicopter linemen as a thrilling yet dangerous job, with one expressing a willingness to try it despite the risks.
- Another participant suggests that helicopter painting could be an exciting job, emphasizing the adrenaline associated with it.
- Rope access work is mentioned as a desirable job for climbers, though it is considered less fearsome than helicopter linemen.
- Several participants express curiosity about the profession of morticians, questioning the appeal and discussing the financial aspects associated with it.
- Test pilots for experimental aircraft and lunar astronauts are proposed as mind-blowing jobs due to their high stakes and unique challenges.
- Crab fishing is noted as a hazardous job, with discussions about the dangers associated with fishing boats in rough conditions.
- Disarming unexploded bombs and clearing landmines are suggested as high-stress jobs that could also be considered mind-blowing.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants express a variety of opinions on what constitutes a mind-blowing job, with no consensus on specific criteria or rankings. Multiple competing views exist regarding the thrill and danger associated with different occupations.
Contextual Notes
Participants reference personal experiences and anecdotes, which may not provide a comprehensive view of the jobs discussed. The discussion includes speculative elements and subjective interpretations of what makes a job "mind-blowing."
- #32
Townsend
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BobG said:
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Evo
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Aahhhhh![/URL] Dear God, why didn't you warn me! I'm afraid of heights.FredGarvin said:
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- #34
Townsend
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[/URL]FredGarvin said:
I just want to know what the heck they are doing?
What could be in that tube that is sooo important?
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- #35
yourdadonapogostick
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they are looking for the leprachaun's gold...
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Evo
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There was a documentary recently on the dangers of crabbing in the cold northern waters, very dangerous storms, waves, you go numb and a wave hits you and you can't hold on any longer and are swept overboard - bye bye. Get hit by a crab pot when it comes up on deck, bye bye - get caught by one being sent done under Bye bye.Astronuc said:
But they pay $50,000 for a three month trip. I have much more respect for my my king crab now.
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Townsend
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yourdadonapogostick said:
Oh.. he is going to be pretty pissed if they manage to find it. I wouldn't want to be up that high and have a pissed off leprachaun after me.
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Certain Rhinoceros experts have mind blowing jobs.
- #39
Averagesupernova
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Townsend, I suspect it is a TV transmitting antenna. I suspect it could be one of the world trade centers pre-9/11.