What do you call somebody who doesn't mind losing?

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Why it worked

This video likely performed well due to the unexpected pairing of a former US President with a popular NBA player, creating a sense of novelty and intrigue. The casual, playful interaction and the use of familiar games like Connect Four and basketball make the content relatable and shareable.

Summary

Barack Obama and Anthony Edwards engage in a playful conversation while playing Connect Four and basketball. The video highlights their friendly banter and competitive spirit.

Structure

1Obama asks a riddle about losing.
2Edwards responds with 'a loser'.
3Obama plays Connect Four.
4Edwards plays basketball.
5Obama claims to be 'the truth'.

On-screen text

What do you call somebody who doesn't mind losing? I don't know what you call them. A loser. Yeah. I ain't never been a part of them. I don't know what wrong with them. Oh, I told you I'm the truth! Oh, I told you I'm the truth!

Transcript

What do you call somebody who doesn't mind losing? I don't know what you call them. A loser. Yeah. I ain't never been a part of them. I don't know what wrong with them. Oh, I told you I'm the truth! Oh, I told you I'm the truth!

Original caption

Happy Birthday to a real one! As @Anthony Edwards celebrates today, we are throwing it back to earlier this year when he faced off in a little friendly one-on-one with Barack Obama.