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En Francais: La chaleur, la violence, et le baseball
En Francais: La chaleur, la violence, et le baseball
En Francais: La chaleur, la violence, et le baseball
Thursday 18th August 2022
Discover the link between heat and violence in baseball with Joël Guérette's research on People First Radio. Stay cool and calm this summer.
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Get the buttons here!Heat and Tempers: Unraveling the Link Between Summer Heat and Baseball Violence
On pourrait faire de l'éducation, parce qu'une des choses qui amènent les gens à être plus violents quand il fait chaud, c'est qu'ils ont une perception que les autres sont plus violents leur endroit.
Ever noticed how tempers seem to flare up as the temperature rises? This episode of People First Radio, conducted in French, dives into this intriguing phenomenon. Host Joe Pugh chats with Joël Guérette from the University of Québec en Outaouais about his fascinating research on how heat influences violent behavior in major league baseball players. Guérette's findings reveal that as the mercury climbs, so do instances of ejections and physical altercations on the field.
But the conversation doesn't stop at baseball. Guérette points out that this heat-induced aggression is a wider issue, especially noticeable closer to the equator. He believes that education can help curb these violent tendencies by making people aware of how heat affects their perception of others' aggression. Pugh and Guérette also delve into the impact of verbal abuse aimed at referees, discussing whether it sways their decisions and gives an edge to the loudest team.
While referees are trained to stay impartial, they aren't completely immune to such pressures. Guérette suggests that technology could play a role in mitigating this issue in sports officiating. This episode is packed with valuable insights on staying cool and composed during the sweltering summer months and raises interesting questions about the future of technology in sports. Tune in for a compelling discussion that blends science, sports, and practical advice.