I'm kicking off my 2021 podcasting with a brain-dump of random things, tied to the most random yet chronologically relevant title I could think of. Here's your show.

What do we cover in this episode? Well...

• Recording in Studio D where it's 27 degrees (and 12 degrees outside)
• The year is about 13% over
• I got a new computer and while pandemics are bad it was convenient thanks to Best Buy curbside pickup
• There's a pastoral transition at our old church
• My parents are mid-vaccine
• My sciatic issues are greatly improved and I should do a podcast episode on what "okay" and "fine" mean in Minnesota
• Shout-outs to longtime listeners. Thank you for your years of support!
• I'm on Clubhouse now and we'll see where that goes.
• Zinnias, artificial wood, geraniums, and cilantro. It makes sense in the episode
• Techmeme Ride Home and Kottke Ride Home, along with episode #167 of Reply All and "America's Hottest Talkline"

I warned you that it was random! I'm eager to stay in touch and will take feedback in all forms but if we want to keep it formal and official-like, give 701-645-3742 (a.k.a. 701-645-ERIC) a call!