John Hodgman Knows Where the Sewage-Treatment Plant Should Go
Briefly

John Hodgman, known for his humor, engages in his favorite pastime: building intricate virtual cities in SimCity 2013 during monthly streaming sessions. Known as The Joy of Zoning, his shows combine gentle humor with infrastructure lessons. Viewers enjoy his insights while he finds satisfaction in city design. The hobby not only entertains but serves as an exercise in distress tolerance, allowing Hodgman to navigate a chaotic world through structured, creative simulation. His gaming journey revolves around control, aesthetics, and community engagement.
Hodgman's streams offer a unique intersection of humor and urban planning, serving as a comforting escape for viewers who share his passion for creating virtual worlds.
His affection for SimCity 2013 stems from a childhood desire for control, ultimately transforming into a therapeutic activity that promotes 'distress tolerance'.
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