Oct. 22, 2015

What’s That You’re Wearing?

Why do Scouts wear uniforms? What are the essential components of a Scout uniform?

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We're discussing uniforms in this episode!

If you look at the etymology of the word “uniform”, it basically means “one form”; it's an outward sign of the unity of a group, of the fact that they are all there for the same purpose, to work toward the same goal(s). This is as true for a soccer team as for a Scout group, and the intent is the same; some individuality is stripped away — and differences based on ethnicity and economic standing are diminished — in order to build up group cohesion. If individuals within the group are going to distinguish themselves, it won't be by their outward appearance, but by their achievements.

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Galizur, by John Zorn & The Dreamers

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Brian Martin is a (now-former) Scoutmaster in what is now called Scouting America, and was one of the original hosts of the podcast alongside Scouters Ken and Colin.