Improvising in Africa. Warning - GROSS - Smarter Every Day 28

Destin's sister is a Peace Corps volunteer living in West Africa, and he traveled there to help her teach math and science.

To assist with teaching and document interesting discoveries for the Smarter Every Day channel.

Destin learned valuable lessons during his time in Africa that he wants to share with viewers.

Exploration of improvisation and resourcefulness in African communities.

• Used as a plate for serving cassava and beans • Utilized for surgical prep with antiseptic soap and water for hand washing before treating wounds • Demonstrated multiple practical applications beyond its intended sport purpose

The frisbee proved to be one of the most versatile tools available in the local community, serving practical needs beyond entertainment.

Destin recognized that frisbees could help people and make communities happy, extending beyond just sport into humanitarian assistance.

The frisbee represents how simple objects can be repurposed to solve real problems and improve quality of life in resource-limited settings.

• Helping someone feel better through compassionate support • Using simple comfort items like lollipops as pain relief for children • Applying practical solutions with available resources

Teaching the first West African ultimate frisbee member the basic techniques and skills of the sport.

Demonstrating throwing techniques and encouraging practice with instructions like 'send him deep' to help the trainee improve.

Goal of establishing ultimate frisbee as a sustainable activity in West Africa by training local community members.