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October 29, 2013Episode 143: Chimpanzee Scallop Throwing
TOPIC: Preparation
This week, Dan and Merlin talk about preparation.
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This CableCARD stuff is just weird. Two hours after Comcast tech left, second card started working. Still no HBO (
6 places germs breed in a plane - CNN.com
A random sampling of 327 unnamed domestic and international aircraft caused a stir in 2004 when some water samples tested positive for E. coli, one strain of which is the leading cause of food poisoning in the U.S. Coffee and tea are brewed on board with such water and don't typically reach hot enough temperatures to kill E. coli. When bottled water runs out, some planes have been known to fill fliers' glasses from the tank.
"Checkpoint Friendly" Laptop Bags | Transportation Security Administration
To help streamline the security process and better protect laptops, TSA recently encouraged manufacturers to design bags that will produce a clear and unobstructed image of the laptop when undergoing X-ray screening. A design that meets this objective will enable TSA to allow laptops to remain in bags for screening.
Incase 13" City Collection Briefcase for MacBook Pro - Apple Store (U.S.)
Steam Room Disadvantages | LIVESTRONG.COM
The hot, humid environment of the steam room is an ideal environment for many germs and fungi. Highly trafficked or poorly cleaned steam rooms are particularly likely to be unsafe. If you do choose to use the steam room, make sure it has been recently cleaned. Follow the advice given by "Newsweek," and never enter a sauna with bare feet. Wear rubber shower shoes, or flip flops, to prevent athlete's foot.
Steam Room Disadvantages | Healthy Living - azcentral.com
A warm and wet environment is a breeding ground for bacteria and viruses. A steam room acts as an expectorant and may cause your nose to run. If a previous user had a cold or cough, his germs may be growing in the steam room. According to Mayo Clinic.com, life-threating infections like MRSA can thrive in these environments. Protect yourself by washing hands and feet upon entering and leaving. In addition, use a towel or other protective barrier between your skin and the seats inside.
Steam room vs. sauna | Go Ask Alice!
Also, beware that steam rooms provide ideal breeding conditions for various infection-producing microbes. For example, athletes' foot or other fungal infections can be better avoided if you wear a towel and shower shoes or flip flops in the steam room (and in the sauna, for that matter).
Duck Dynasty - Episodes, Video & Schedule - aetv.com
Watch Marc Maron: Thinky Pain Online | Netflix
Known for his "WTF" podcast and hilarious appearances on late-night talk shows, comedian Marc Maron focuses his acidic, self-loathing wit on everything from religion to pornography in this standup special filmed in a New York nightclub.
Pocket universe - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
In narrative, pocket universes are fictional artificially-created universes that exist within the bounds of another universe. The term pocket universe is derived from its illustration in the actual universe where it is usually portrayed as an orb which would fit in a pocket.
Enrico Fermi - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Enrico Fermi (Italian: [en?ri.ko ?fe?.mi]
Amazon.com: UNO 40th Anniversery Edition Card Game: Toys & Games
The Uno 40th anniversary edition card game features throwback graphics on the fronts and backs of the cards that are sure to invoke a sense of nostalgia in players. The rules are the same as normal Uno, with the only notable difference being the retro design of the cards.
Hundredth monkey effect - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
? Neneh Cherry - Buffalo Stance - YouTube
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October 22, 2013Episode 142: 86 Jam Pack
TOPIC: Traveling Like a Gentleman.
This week, Dan and Merlin revisit the travails of air travel. How to prepare, how to survive--and how to be a better and more mindful person along the way.
Also, some timely discussion of this morning's Apple product announcements.
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Forte provides a powerful way to display your portfolio with full-screen imagery, putting your best shots front and center, then allowing visitors to navigate to projects they want to see. It’s a template that’s especially well suited for creative firms, designers, or artists.
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5by5 | Mac Power Users #160: Getting Ready for Mavericks
David and Katie talk about getting your Mac ready for OS X Mavericks.
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Apple - iPad Air
Apple — iPad — Compare iPad models.
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Red Oxx Air Boss Carry-on Bag Designed for 1 Bag Business Travelers.
SeatGuru Seat Map American Airlines McDonnell Douglas MD-80 (M80)
Airport | Video | Saturday Night Live | NBC
BBC iPlayer - Digital Human: Series 4: Wander
Now that off-grid is on-grid and we can send emails from mountaintops, have we sacrificed the pleasure of travelling to discover new places and ourselves?
Why We Cry on Planes - Elijah Wolfson - The Atlantic
The Incredible Shrinking Plane Seat - WSJ.com
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1 hr 34 min
October 15, 2013Episode 141: Counterclockwise. Like a Gentleman.
TOPIC: Learning the Wheres and Whens of Productivity
This week, Dan and Merlin talk about learning from how you work to improve your basic productivity infrastructure, with specific attention to using Perspectives in OmniFocus.
Whether it's consolidating shopping lists, eliminating task rot, or leveraging geolocation, there are innumerable tricks for lightly tweaking a system in powerful, non-fiddly ways.
Also: learn Dan's Unified Field Theory of Grocery Shopping.
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5by5 | Back to Work #140: Silicon Circus
TOPIC: Special Guest, Matt Alexander
This week, Merlin is joined by Bionic co-host, Matt Alexander. They discuss ““technology ecosystems,”” life as a self-described trans-atlantic, tech scenes that thrive and don't, dating someone from Florida (and her Mum), and getting back into Marvel comics.
Special guest Matt Alexander.
5by5 | Systematic #65: Mimicking Normalcy with Merlin Mann
Merlin Mann joins Brett to talk about caffeine replacements, feeling normal and mature approaches to nerding out.
[VIDEO] "Ex-Men: Wolverine"
Wolverine gets fired for cause.
How to Care for Domestic Rabbits - Petfinder
Rabbits may be easy to love, but they’re not quite as easy to care for. These lovable, social animals are wonderful companions for people who take the time to learn about their needs. Though providing care for these adorable creatures isn’t difficult, rabbits have a long lifespan—more than 10 years—and many specific care requirements. Anyone considering adding a rabbit to their family should carefully research books and web sites on rabbit care before making a decision.
Using OmniFocus | Mastering Productivity
Creating Flow with OmniFocus helps you build your day to do the things you want to do with a clear mind. Learn to easily guide your work, play, and productivity throughout the days, weeks, and years using the strength of OmniFocus, the most powerful task management system made. Creating Flow with OmniFocus guides you from the basics to the most advanced uses one step at a time.
OmniWeb - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
OmniWeb is a proprietary Internet web browser developed and marketed by The Omni Group. It is available exclusively for Apple Inc.'s Mac OS X operating system. Although it is not open source, like many of its competitors in the Macintosh alternative browser market - Mozilla's Firefox and Camino, for instance - OmniWeb is available as a free download.
swan (bird) -- Encyclopedia Britannica
Male swans, called cobs, and females, called pens, look alike.
Chard - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Chard (Beta vulgaris subsp. cicla),[1] is a leafy green vegetable often used in Mediterranean cooking.
Shopster - The geo-learning groceries list for iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch on the iTunes App Store
Shopster is a new kind of groceries list app that learns what youpurchase and where, so it can remind you later on.
Getting Things Done: The Art of Stress-Free Productivity: David Allen: 9780142000281: Amazon.com: Books
Naked Consumer: How Our Private Lives Become Public Commodities: Erik Larson: 9780140233032: Amazon.com: Books
OmniFocus - The Omni Group
OmniFocus is designed to quickly capture your thoughts and ideas to store, manage, and help you process them into actionable to-do items. Perfect for many different systems, OmniFocus helps you work smarter by giving you powerful tools to stay on top of all the things you need to do. From ‘Call mom’ to ‘Submit Annual Report to Investors’.
Dog Whisperer with Cesar Millan - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Dog Whisperer with Cesar Millan is a reality television series that featured Cesar Millan's work with problem dogs.
5by5 | Bionic
Bionic is a show dedicated to the analysis of competing technological and media ecosystems. With a specific view toward the mobile landscape, your two co-hosts bring years of Apple experience to a new world of context and insight.
Hosted by Matt Alexander and Myke Hurley.
The Godfather: Part II (1974)
The early life and career of Vito Corleone in 1920s New York is portrayed while his son, Michael, expands and tightens his grip on his crime syndicate stretching from Lake Tahoe, Nevada to pre-revolution 1958 Cuba.
5by5 | The Incomparable #158: Peak Clooney
It's time for the second Incomparable Film Festival! We pick 35 films that we think are worth seeing, in fantasy draft format. From horror to comedy to drama to sci-fi to kung-fu, we've got just about every genre covered. (Part 1 of 2.)
Special guests Andy Ihnatko, Dan Moren, David J. Loehr, John Siracusa, Monty Ashley, and Steve Lutz.
The simple problem of shared groceries lists | SimplicityBliss
My requirements are what I consider basic, but still there is not one app that really addresses them all.
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1 hr 14 min
October 08, 2013Episode 140: Silicon Circus
TOPIC: Special Guest, Matt Alexander
This week, Merlin is joined by Bionic co-host, Matt Alexander. They discuss ““technology ecosystems,”” life as a self-described trans-atlantic, tech scenes that thrive and don't, dating someone from Florida (and her Mum), and getting back into Marvel comics.
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Matt Alexander (mattalexand) on Twitter
Matt Alexander@mattalexand
Person on the Internet.
Founder of Need (http://needlifestyle.com ). Coming soon.
Dallas/London · one37.net
5by5 | Bionic
Bionic is a show dedicated to the analysis of competing technological and media ecosystems. With a specific view toward the mobile landscape, your two co-hosts bring years of Apple experience to a new world of context and insight.Hosted by Matt Alexander and Myke Hurley.
5by5 | Matt Alexander
Matt Alexander is the founder of OneThirtySeven. Born and raised in London, Matt now lives and works in Dallas, where he's working on his forthcoming startup, Need.
OneThirtySeven - Author
Born and raised in London, England, Matt Alexander has spent the last seven years living in Dallas, Texas.
All-New X-Men, Vol. 1: Yesterday's X-Men: Brian Michael Bendis, Stuart Immonen: 9780785168201: Amazon.com: Books
Two Cats Comic Book Store - Two Cats Comic Book Store
Collectorz.com Connect: merlinmann: My Comics
5by5 | Bionic #51: United Queendom
"Matt and Myke do not know what they have done here. There was some discussion about Moto X and some other small topics—but it's mixed in between absolute insanity. Enjoy!"
(The episode where Merlin kinda fell in love with Matt)
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American Experience | Summer of Love | The Film and More | Film Description | PBS
American Experience presents Summer of Love, a striking picture of San Francisco's Haight Ashbury district during the summer of 1967 -- from the utopian beginnings, when peace and love prevailed, to the chaos, unsanitary conditions, and widespread drug use that ultimately signaled the end.
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October 01, 2013Episode 139: Tap Your Meat Stack
TOPIC: Grab Bag, plus Tasks vs. Calendar Items
This week Dan and Merlin administer an epic grab bag episode, chockablock with new app, book, podcast, and music suggestions.
Also, a return to the evergreen topic of where stuff goes. How to decide whether a given thing goes on a calendar, a todo list, reference files, or an alarm. Great ninja stuff.
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[VIDEO] Charli XCX - “SuperLove”
Merlin's enthusiastic pick for pop hit of the year.
OmniFocus - The Omni Group
OmniFocus 2 for iPhone sports a brand new look just for iOS 7, and a new, uniform color set so you always know what you’re looking at. Enter multiple actions even faster with Save . At-a-glance Summary Dots and a peek at your Forecast on the home screen make every glance more informative. With iOS 7's Background App Refresh, syncing happens in the background. Find important actions with Search Anywhere, and get more done with OmniFocus 2.
Evernote Essentials, The Definitive Getting-Started Guide for Evernote
I call it Evernote Essentials and – as that name implies – it’s everything you need to both get started with and master the powerfully useful tool that is Evernote.
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5by5 | Mac Power Users #157: Security Problems and Solutions
In this episode, David and Katie cover frequent security problems and offer their solutions.
Marked Help (What's new in Marked 2)
Plain English Campaign - About us
Since 1979, we have been campaigning against gobbledygook, jargon and misleading public information. We have helped many government departments and other official organisations with their documents, reports and publications. We believe that everyone should have access to clear and concise information.
Twitter / _DavidSmith: I wrote a free app for looking ...
I wrote a free app for looking at the motion data tracked on the 5s. Essentially turning your phone into a pedometer
Pedometer++ for iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch on the iTunes App Store
Take advantage of the the new motion tracking capabilities in your iPhone 5s to improve your health. Pedometer lets you easily keep track of your daily and weekly step counts. You can also set the app to dynamically show your current step count as the applications badge. This will update dynamically throughout the day.
Strava Run - GPS Running, Training and Cycling Workout Tracker for iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch on the iTunes App Store
Track your runs with GPS, analyze your performance, join Challenges and see how you stack up against friends.
Calendars 5 - Smart Calendar and Task Manager with Google Calendar Sync for iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch on the iTunes App Store
Calendars 5 is complete re-imagining of what the best mobile calendar experience should be.
Organize your life and business - Wunderlist
Remember The Milk: Online to-do list and task management
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5by5 | Back to Work #138: Mindfulness...Whether I Want It or Not
TOPIC: Informal Background Self-Quantization
This week Dan & Merlin discuss the merits of self-quantization. Which is fancy way of saying, "Merlin got a new Fitbit."
Why is anecdotal self-reporting a sucker's bet? What are the benefits of making your life a little video game? And, why is Merlin's scale accessing APIs via the internet?
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Iron Man - Mark II Test Flight - YouTube
Iron Man armor (Mark II) - Marvel Movies Wiki - Wolverine, Iron Man 2, Thor
The Mark II armor was designed and created by Tony Stark after his return from Afghanistan. It features much of the articulation and sleek-design which would appear in the final, Mark 3 armor. While testing the flight mechanism, he noted that 'icing' would become a major problem with the Mark II when upper altitudes were reached. It was hinted that Rhodey would be using the Mark II armor in the sequel.
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1 hr 26 min
September 24, 2013Episode 138: Mindfulness...Whether I Want It or Not
TOPIC: Informal Background Self-Quantization
This week Dan & Merlin discuss the merits of self-quantization. Which is fancy way of saying, "Merlin got a new Fitbit."
Why is anecdotal self-reporting a sucker's bet? What are the benefits of making your life a little video game? And, why is Merlin's scale accessing APIs via the internet?
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5by5 | Amplified #72: I Have to Shiv a Guy at 7
This week, Jim is joined by Back to Work's Merlin Mann to talk about hands-on experiences with Apple's new iPhone 5s and 5c and iOS 7.
Including a deep dive on Touch ID; how easier security measures could boost iTunes sales; Jim's new-found photo skills with the 5s camera; what Jim looks for in the wiring under his wood; and more.
Special guest Merlin Mann.
iTunes - Books - Writing On The iPad: Text Automation with Editorial by Federico Viticci
"Writing On The iPad: Text Automation with Editorial" demonstrates how Markdown and iOS power users can take their iPad productivity to the next level by crafting automated workflows and scripts to speed up writing, editing, and publishing.
The Wake Digital Comics - Comics by comiXology
Writer Scott Snyder and artist Sean Murphy explore the horrors of the deep, probe the origins of human history, and leap far beyond to a frightening future.
Runa Focused Energy, Traditional Guayusa Tea, 16-Count Tea Bags: Amazon.com: Grocery & Gourmet Food
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Video of iPhone 5s' slow-mo - Boing Boing
At the terrifically fun XOXO Fest in Portland last weekend I met Haddie Cooke and Dan Benjamin of the 5by5 podcast network. They produce two of my favorite podcasts: The Ihnatko Almanac and Latest in Paleo. When I met them, they were hanging out with Duncan Davidson, who had just picked up the iPhone 5s. He was showing how the new 120 fps slo-mo video works.
5by5 | Amplified #72: I Have to Shiv a Guy at 7 on Huffduffer
Mac Power Users 156: Editorial with Federico Viticci | Mac Power Users
David and Katie are joined by Federico Viticci of Macstories.net to talk about writing on the iPad and the newest text editor with built in automation functions, Editorial.
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Time Management & Productivity Tracking Software (Mac/PC/Android/Linux) | RescueTime
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Ep. 85: "Steamin' John" - Roderick on the Line - Merlin Mann
The Problem: It’s just a long circle of brother-in-laws.
Macular degeneration - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a medical condition which usually affects older adults and results in a loss of vision in the center of the visual field (the macula) because of damage to the retina. It occurs in "dry" and "wet" forms. It is a major cause of blindness and visual impairment in older adults (>50 years). Macular degeneration can make it difficult or impossible to read or recognize faces, although enough peripheral vision remains to allow other activities of daily life.
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1 hr 31 min
September 17, 2013Episode 137: Alice Two Arrows Bob
TOPIC: Etiquette, Intros, and Endorsements
This week, Dan and Merlin talk about the surprisingly complicated topic of email introductions.
Who emails whom? Who gets cc'd and for how long? How much homework are we making (or accepting)? And, thorniest of all, how do you ““introduce”” someone you'd reeeeeeally rather not introduce?
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Calendars 5 - Smart Calendar and Task Manager with Google Calendar Sync for iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch on the iTunes App Store
Calendars 5 is complete re-imagining of what the best mobile calendar experience should be.
Amazon.com: Fitbit Flex Wireless Activity + Sleep Wristband, Black: Health & Personal Care
Never stop moving with Fitbit Flex. Wear this slim, stylish device all the time and get the motivation you need to get out and be more active. It tracks steps, distance, and calories burned and shows you how you?re stacking up against your daily goals. At night, it tracks your sleep cycle, helps you learn how to sleep better, and wakes you silently in the morning. Access your stats anytime on your computer, tablet, or from smartphones ? both iPhone and Android. Flex is your perfect companion, and stays with you everywhere - even in the shower.
Path to enlightenment: how walking inspires writers | Books | theguardian.com
A new book that claims walking and writing are one activity uses great dreamers to make its point, but the walker-writers passing through Connemara seem to have drawn on simpler inspirations
Watch "Spaced" | Netflix
In this surreal sitcom, slacker artist Tim Bisley and brooding writer Daisy Steiner decide to pose as a young professional couple. The reason? So they can move into an affordable flat, where they do everything possible to avoid adulthood.
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Brass No Soliciting Sign - Amazon.com
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The World's End (2013)
Good food. Fine ales. Total Annihilation.
BusyCal
BusyCal is an alternative to the built-in Calendar app on OS X that provides powerful time-saving features in a friendly, easy-to-use package.
Cobook Contacts - enjoyable contact management for iPhone
ENJOYABLE CONTACT MANAGEMENT
[VIDEO] The World’s End - “One Tap Water”
"WHHHHH-AAAAAAAT?!?"
Calendars 5 for iOS review: Combine your calendars and tasks into one beautiful, easy to use app | iMore
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September 11, 2013Episode 136: Scared of Your Own Life
TOPIC: Fear of Your Own TODO List
This week, Dan and Merlin cover a topic suggested by listener, @jeff_nordstedt: not wanting to look at your todo list.
From capture to completion, there are a million ways to fall off the path. The boys take a deep dive on what those ways might be as well as how to get yourself straightened out and, as you say, back to work.
Honestly. It's why people hate TODO lists. Well. That and the odor.
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5by5 | The Incomparable #157: Bros and Arrows
An entire comic book about Hawkeye, the lesser Marvel superhero with a bow and arrow? Okay... this looks bad. But seriously, bro, this is one of the very best comics being published today. We cover the first two trade-paperback editions of Fraction and Aja's series, including Lucky the Pizza Dog, 50 Shades of Purple, and how hooking up a laserdisc player is similar to defusing a bomb. Hop on board and join us--we're great at boats.
Special guests Dan Moren, Lisa Schmeiser, Merlin Mann, and Tony Sindelar.
Ungainly X-Mann Meetup! — Merlin Mann
A Nerdy SF Comics Event with Merlin Mann, hosted by Two Cats Comics in West Portal.
Twitter / jeff_nordstedt: @danbanjamin @hotdogsladies ...
@danbanjamin @hotdogsladies A modest B2W topic suggestion: Not wanting to look at your to do list. All capture tools in world won’t help.
'Hawkeye's' Matt Fraction And David Aja Talk About Their Acclaimed Comic
I couldn't launch a book with Doctor Strange and Iron Fist and the Silver Surfer and the Hulk, but Pizza Dog sells out
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Daring Fireball: Thoughts and Observations on Today's iPhone 5C and 5S Introduction
Here’s the thing. The iPhone 5C has nothing to do with price. It probably does have something to do with manufacturing costs (which are lower for Apple), but not price. Apple’s years-long strategy hasn’t really changed.
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Manatee County, Florida - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Manatee County is a county in the U.S. state of Florida. Its 2010 population was about 300,000.[1] Its county seat and largest city is Bradenton. Manatee County is a part of the North Port-Bradenton-Sarasota Metropolitan Statistical Area and along with Sarasota County to the south and several counties to the north is often considered part of the Tampa Bay Area.
Chasco Fiesta | New Port Richey | Pasco County | Events, Concerts, Parades
Chasco Fiesta™ offers nine days of family fun and entertainment along the banks of the beautiful Pithlachascotee River in downtown New Port Richey, Florida.
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The World's End (2013)
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Three Flavours Cornetto trilogy - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The Three Flavours Cornetto trilogy (also known as the Blood and Ice Cream trilogy or the Cornetto trilogy) is a series of comedic genre films directed by Edgar Wright, written by Wright and Simon Pegg, produced by Nira Park, and starring Pegg and Nick Frost. The films are Shaun of the Dead, Hot Fuzz, and The World's End.
"Six Nights in the Life of…" Analyzing a modern... | kung fu grippe
Taintsville, Florida - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Taintsville is an unincorporated community in Seminole County, Florida, United States. It is located in between Oviedo and Chuluota. On December 14, 1971 it was formally designated as the Village of Taintsville by Seminole County.
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September 03, 2013Episode 135: There's No "I" in Success
TOPIC: Joss Whedon GTD; Meeting Redux
This week, Dan and Merlin talk about getting specific with your productivity and why every meeting needs an agenda.
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A Nerdy SF Comics Event with Merlin Mann, hosted by Two Cats Comics in West Portal.
How To Be Prolific: Guidelines For Getting It Done From Joss Whedon | Co.Create | creativity + culture + commerce
The writer-producer-director who made Much Ado About Nothing while editing The Avengers, and who’ll return to TV this fall with Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D., knows a bit about “getting things done.” In fact, he cites David Allen’s book of that title as an important guide--even if he never finished reading it.
5by5 | Back to Work #29: I Download FLAC
With Dan on sabbatical, Merlin is joined by TV’s Rob Corddry (Children’s Hospital, The Daily Show, Hot Tub Time Machine) to talk about Getting Things Done, writing, fear, and finding success as a blood-soaked clown.
Special guest Rob Corddry.
5by5 | Back to Work #115: Invitation to a Blame Party
TOPIC: Fixing the Culture of MeetingsThis week, Dan and Merlin address the problems with meetings, and how we can each choose to improve them.
The Cabin in the Woods (2012)
Five friends go for a break at a remote cabin in the woods, where they get more than they bargained for. Together, they must discover the truth behind the cabin in the woods.
[VIDEO] "In Search of Steve Ditko"
Jonathan Ross: "His name is, 'Steve Ditko.' And, I’m going looking for him."
In Search of Steve Ditko - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Ross, accompanied by Gaiman, met Steve Ditko at his New York office but he declined to be photographed or interviewed for the show. He did however give the two a selection of some of his old comic books. At the end of the show Ross said he has since spoken to Ditko on the telephone and was now on first name terms with him.
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The Unofficial "Back to Work" Drinking Game - Hey, Slab!
Created through the help of the jackals. I strongly recommend that you lie down on your stomach after you finish so you don’t go like Jimmy Hendrix did. Also, maybe throw that sucker in a randomizer and cut it down to 20 or so per category so your liver doesn’t explode. Yeesh.
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[VIDEO] A 1982 roundtable discussion with John Landis, John Carpenter, and David Cronenberg
Gorf - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Gorf consists of five distinct "missions", each with its own patterns of enemies. The central goal of each mission is to destroy all enemies in that wave, which takes the player to the next mission. Successfully completing all five missions will increase the player's rank and loop back to the first mission, where play continues on a higher difficulty level. The game continues until the player loses all their lives. The player can advance through the ranks of Space Cadet, Space Captain, Space Colonel, Space General, Space Warrior, and Space Avenger, with a higher difficulty level at each rank. Along the way, a robotic voice heckles and threatens the player, often calling the player by his current rank (for example, "Some galactic defender you are, Space Cadet!"). Some versions also display the player's current rank via a series of lit panels in the cabinet.
[VIDEO] Mitchell & Webb - "Football!"
"THE FOOTBALL IS OFFICIALLY GOING ON FOREVER!"
Behind the Candelabra (2013)
Based on the autobiographical novel, the tempestuous 6-year relationship between Liberace and his (much younger) lover, Scott Thorson, is recounted.
[VIDEO] Adventure Time: "I floop the pig"
"I told you corn fields are AWESOME!"
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Steve Ditko - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Stephen J. "Steve" Ditko (born November 2, 1927) is an American comic book artist and writer best known as the artist and co-creator, with Stan Lee, of the Marvel Comics heroes Spider-Man and Doctor Strange.
Spirit of victory prevails at opening of new Bay Bridge | Transportation | San Francisco Examiner
The $6.4 billion eastern span of the Bay Bridge, which took 11½ years to complete and features the world's largest self-anchored suspension span as well as a bike and pedestrian path, officially opened for business Monday night at 10:18 p.m.
Ken Nordine - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Ken Nordine (born April 13, 1920) is an American voice-over and recording artist, best known for his series of Word Jazz albums. His deep, resonant voice has also been featured in many commercial advertisements and movie trailers. One critic wrote that "you may not know Ken Nordine by name or face, but you'll almost certainly recognize his voice."
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August 27, 2013Episode 134: A Boss You Don't Even Know About
TOPIC: Talk Shows, Baseball, and Inboxes.
This week, Dan and Merlin cover a range of topics related to expertise, experience, professional repetition, and management, culminating in a tour of Merlin's current email filtering strategy.
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Schumpeter: In praise of laziness | The Economist
Yet the biggest problem in the business world is not too little but too much—too many distractions and interruptions, too many things done for the sake of form, and altogether too much busy-ness. The Dutch seem to believe that an excess of meetings is the biggest devourer of time: they talk of vergaderziekte, “meeting sickness”. However, a study last year by the McKinsey Global Institute suggests that it is e-mails: it found that highly skilled office workers spend more than a quarter of each working day writing and responding to them.
Ep 7: Humour, comedy and benign violation - The Nudge
How does the world of humour effect what we do in our jobs? We speak to an expert about the science of humour and comedy, the right time to use humour in design and how to judge it better. We also try to find out if analysing a thing too much can kill it.
Letterman And 'Tonight' Vet Go Behind The Scenes Of Late Night : NPR
Fred de Cordova: "If you do one show a year or one show every three months or one show every four months, you have an awful lot of time to realize what a failure you've been," he said. "But we do kind of a baseball season: We do a show one night and we hope it's wonderful, and if not that, we hope it's good and we hope it isn't bad. But even if it's a great show or even if it's not such a good show, we do another show the next night and we have no time, except in self analysis, to decide why it wasn't good or even why it was very good."
Rim Fire At 234 Square Miles And Counting; SF Power And Water Supplies Threatened: SFist
It is only 15 percent contained, and pushing quickly toward the Hetch Hetchy Reservoir and O'Shaughnessy Dam, San Francisco's primary sources of water and power. Two of three hydroelectric power stations have been forced to shut down, and SF's public utility commission has begun buying power on the open market.
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Frederick de Cordova - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Frederick "Fred" Timmins de Cordova (October 27, 1910 - September 15, 2001) was an American stage, motion picture and television director and producer. He is best known for his work on The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson.
Moneyball - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Moneyball: The Art of Winning an Unfair Game is a book by Michael Lewis, published in 2003, about the Oakland Athletics baseball team and its general manager Billy Beane. Its focus is the team's analytical, evidence-based, sabermetric approach to assembling a competitive baseball team, despite Oakland's disadvantaged revenue situation. A film based on the book starring Brad Pitt was released in 2011.
Moneyball (2011) - IMDb
Oakland A's general manager Billy Beane's successful attempt to assemble a baseball team on a lean budget by employing computer-generated analysis to acquire new players.
Eight Men Out - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Eight Men Out is a 1988 American dramatic sports film, and based on Eliot Asinof's 1963 book 8 Men Out. It was written and directed by John Sayles. The film is a dramatization of Major League Baseball's Black Sox scandal, in which eight members of the Chicago White Sox conspired with gamblers to intentionally lose the 1919 World Series.
Eight Men Out (1988) - IMDb
A dramatization of the Black Sox scandal when the underpaid Chicago White Sox accepted bribes to deliberately lose the 1919 World Series.
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