Ep 5. Girls Scouts to Game of Thrones

In episode 5 of Six Degrees of Everything, the hosts explore the connection between Girls Scouts and Game of Thrones. The episode kicks off with a historical perspective on Girls Scouts as the hosts explain how it all started with an ambitious young woman named Juliette Gordon Low. However, the hosts are not only interested in the history of Girls Scouts but also in how it connects to Game of Thrones.

The hosts point out that both Girls Scouts and Game of Thrones have a strong sense of community and loyalty. They explain how Girls Scouts is all about teaching young girls leadership, community service, and teamwork. Meanwhile, Game of Thrones is a show where alliances and loyalties define the fate of the characters. The hosts then move on to highlight how the two are connected to one another.

To illustrate their points, the hosts first take a look at the language used in both. They point out that both Girls Scouts and Game of Thrones have their own vocabulary, unique to their communities. For example, you will hear terms like "Thin Mints" and "Samoas" when it comes to Girls Scouts. Similarly, there are words like "Winter is Coming" and "Red Wedding" that Game of Thrones fans will understand. The hosts argue that it is through these unique terms and phrases that both communities are brought together and their sense of belonging is reinforced.

The next connection highlighted by the hosts is the concept of badges. For Girls Scouts, badges represent the achievements earned by the girls, demonstrating their mastery of a particular skill. The Game of Thrones universe has its own version of badges, in the form of sigils. Each House has its own sigil, often a reflection of their defining characteristics like strength, cunning, or loyalty. The hosts argue that just like badges, these sigils are symbols of honor and validation within the universe of Game of Thrones.

The third connection highlighted in the episode is the concept of leadership. The hosts explain how both Girls Scouts and Game of Thrones have strong leaders who are looked up to by their respective communities. In Girls Scouts, the troop leader is responsible for creating a positive impact on the lives of young girls by providing them with guidance and mentoring. In Game of Thrones, the leaders are kings, queens, lords, and ladies who are responsible for leading their factions to victory. The hosts argue that both leaders have to be compassionate, patient, and above all, competent to succeed.

The final connection highlighted by the hosts is the concept of teamwork. Both Girls Scouts and Game of Thrones demonstrate the power of working together for a common goal. For Girls Scouts, it means working together to achieve tasks and earn badges. For Game of Thrones, it means working together to achieve victory in battle or to protect the realm from outside threats. The hosts emphasize that teamwork is an essential ingredient for success not just in these communities but in life itself.

Finally, the episode ends with the hosts paying tribute to the strength, resilience, and passion of Girls Scouts and Game of Thrones fans. They acknowledge how both communities have changed lives, created bonds, and inspired future generations. The hosts express their admiration for the unique subcultures and connections that exist within our world, and how those connections can reveal much about the human experience.