I'm sure they're doing their best

I'm sure they're doing their best

By Drew Furgiuele and Paul BahlerSociety & CulturePersonal Journals
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I'm sure they're doing their best episodes

  • 139 - I'm sure they've done their research

    We take a brief detour to "Paul's Computer Corner." Drew asks: Where does the water go? The boys gush about all the new and announced Apple products. Drew needs a mattress.

    Recorded 03/10/2022

    Show Links

    • Audio Hijack
    • M1 iPad Air
    • Mac Studio
    • Studio Display
    • M1 Ultra
    58 min
  • 138 - I'm sure they go in spurts

    Drew wants to know what Paul is drinking. The boys answer the question: How many tacos is too many tacos? Drew wants to know why the internet is mad at "Comixology" and what Paul has been reading. Drew talks about a passive-aggressive LinkedIn experience. Paul finishes "Horizon: Forbidden West" and Drew is the Witch Queen.

    Recorded 03/05/2022*

    Show Links:

    • Bud Light Seltzer Hard Soda (Guy Fieri Approved!)
    • Comixology Changes Are Bad?
    • Marvel Unlimited
    • DC Infinite Universe
    • DC Black Label
    • Destiny 2: The Witch Queen
    54 min
  • 137 - I'm sure they'll make their pouches bigger

    The boys discuss the dentist. Drew is wrong about "ice cream." Paul is enjoying "Horizon: Forbidden West." Paul shares a streaming music update. Paul buys something for $10 that changes his life.

    Recorded 02/24/22

    • Sorbet
    • Dying Light 2
    • Hagibis Cleaning Pen for Airpods Pro 1 2 Multi-Function Cleaner Kit Soft Brush for Bluetooth Earphones Case Cleaning Tools for Lego Huawei Samsung MI Earbuds
    • Anevna Wall Hooks for Key Holder-11lb(Max),Waterproof and Oil-Proof Heavy Duty Self Adhesive Hooks for Hanging Towels Shower Door (Animal House)
    47 min
  • 136 - I'm sure they're very vascular

    Drew has big news to share. Drew needs Paul's help to resist buying things. The boys talk about "new" Intel CPUs. Paul talks about the recent "Cyberpunk 2077" patch.

    Recorded On 02/17/2022

    Show Links

    • Thustmaster TCA Yoke Pack Boeing Edition
    • (NSFW) Velvet Thruster
    • Intel Alder Lake CPU Overview
    • Tom's Hardware: Best CPUs for the Money
    • Cyberpunk Patch 1.5/Next Gen Update
    50 min
  • 135 - I'm sure they'll make the right call

    Drew gets tapped for some computer troubleshooting, and finds himself making more and more interesting decisions and recommendations. The boys talk video games: Paul is not quite as sus about the Activision/Microsoft marriage, Drew is excited for "The Witch Queen" expansion, Paul is ready for the new "Horizon" game, and, for the last time for the foreseeable future on the podcast, Paul wraps up "Mass Effect 3" and shares his final thoughts.

    Recorded 02/12/2022

    Show Links:

    • Powerspec PCs
    • Best Buy Graphics Card Shenanigans
    • Microsoft and Activision: Future titles will continue on Playstation
    • Destiny 2: The Witch Queen
    • Horizon: Forbidden West
    • Mass Effect 3
    1 hr 8 min
  • 134 - I'm sure they have a ritual

    Drew provides a time-sensitive update on how he uses the bathroom, and he still doesn't have COVID. Drew gets a new TV and Paul has his eye on a new one as well. The boys talk about another big name video game development studio this week. Drew attempts to recommend a new game to Paul. Paul gives his (now weekly) "Mass Effect" update now that he's started the final chapter. Paul hopes he doesn't lose power.

    Recorded 02/03/2022

    Show links:

    • PoopRitual.com
    • LG C1 OLED Television
    • SAMSUNG Neo QLED 4K Television
    • Sony is buying Bungie
    • Destiny 2 Devs Getting $1.2B to stay
    • Mind Scanners
    • Papers, Please
    • Does Paul Have Power? Click here to find out!
    1 hr 5 min
  • 133 - I'm sure they're not a gimmick

    Drew announces that he doesn't have COVID, and invents a new home remedy* in the form of a cocktail. Then, between coughing fits he talks about what happens when someone forgets a managed device's (aka his Mac) password. Paul finds some new HEADPHONES. The "Thunder Road: Vendetta" Kickstarter returns to the podcast discussion. Finally, then boys talk more "Mass Effect 2" and Paul's progress.

    *Note: please do not drink this remedy

    Recorded 01/27/22

    Show Links:

    • Mac: What to do if you forget your password
    • HEAVYS: Headphones Engineered for Heavy Metal
    • Thunder Road: Vendetta (Kickstarter)
    • Mordin Solus Sings "Scientist Salarian"
    1 hr 5 min
  • 132 - I'm sure they're sitting on it wrong
    Drew wants to know what's wrong with his butt. The boys talk about what they miss about being in an office, and discuss "virtual whiteboards" and stumble upon a unique in-home-office opportunity. Microsoft buys Activision, and 50% of the hosts like this decision. Paul finishes "Mass Effect" and wants to talk about it with heavy spoilers as he treks into "Mass Effect 2." Recorded 01/20/2022

    Show Links:

    • Herman Miller
    • Autonomous
    • Vert Ergonomic Chair (UPLIFT)
    • Google Jamboard
    • Vibe
    • Surface Hub 2S
    • Samsung Flip 2
    • Wacom Tablets
    1 hr 16 min
  • 131 - I'm sure they have favorite bugs

    Drew's Computer Corner makes a (unexpected) return at the start of the show. Paul keeps struggling to enjoy streaming music with his HomePods Mini. Drew talks up the "Mass Effect" games to Paul, who just started playing Mass Effect 1 (again).

    Recorded 01/15/2022

    Show Links

    • Playlisty
    • Mass Effect: Legendary Edition (Review)
    59 min
  • 130 - I'm sure they're sorry about the hum

    Drew gets a lesson in AirPod management. Paul gets his COVID booster shot, while Drew struggles with websites. Paul comes in with a lot of media reviews of what he's been watching, and Drew gives a big thumbs-up to "The Crown."

    Recorded 01/06/2022

    Show Links:

    • "Thumper"
    • "Spider Man: No Way Home"
    • "The Matrix: Resurrections"
    • "Scream (1996)"
    • It's Always Sunny In Philadelphia
    • Always Sunny Podcast
    • BattleBots
    • "The Crown"
    • You're Wrong About: Princess Diana
    • Mass Effect: Legendary Edition
    51 min

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