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> But it's a forced choice, and people who are not interested in sport or TV should be allowed to prefer something different.

Exactly. Why not allow philosophy, or history, organic farming, game theory, theology, Austrian economics or other subjects as preferred party conversation topics? Why does society privilege TV shows and sports?

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Have you been to a party? Of course they’re “allowed.” They’re just not popular. Most people dislike reading anything school-like but watch tons of TV.

They are allowed and used. They are just less frequent. Because even with your examples, someone interested in history of Nazi Germany does not have much to talk about with someone who just read about medieval monks lifestyle. And neither of them have common topic with someone who wants to discuss Austrian economics.

So, the three of them will discuss game of thrones.

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