Chapo Trap House 979 - Cat People (Running For Mayor) feat. Jon Bois (10/20/25)
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Oct 21, 2025 
Join sports-data expert Jon Bois, known for his engaging video essays at Secret Base, as he discusses a fascinating new series on mound charging in baseball. Bois delves into the history of baseball brawls, showcasing memorable incidents like Kyle Farnsworth vs. Paul Wilson. The conversation also touches on the quirks of NYC politics, including Curtis Sliwa's unusual proposals for parades and his controversial comments about the Jewish community. Plus, hear insights on Shohei Ohtani's historic run and the decline of spectacle sports.
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Farnsworth's Pile-Drive Stands Out
- Jon Bois names Kyle Farnsworth vs. Paul Wilson (2003) his favorite mound charge for Farnsworth's pile-drive and haymakers.
- He contrasts it with the famous Nolan Ryan–Robin Ventura incident and praises Farnsworth's athletic execution.
Parades Became A Political Thought Experiment
- The hosts found the NYC mayoral parade question revealing and absurd, turning into a philosophical prompt about nonexistent parades.
- Curtis Sliwa's absolute pro-parade stance—attend any parade—became a memorable political moment.
Sliwa's Competitive Eating And Prep
- Jon Bois recounts Curtis Sliwa's competitive-eating history including pickle and hot dog contests and fasting prep.
- Bois skeptically says training is overrated and suggests raw effort often suffices.