I'm sure they're doing their best

Drew's been overdoing it and it's starting to take a toll. Drew talks about his now third attempt at building a computer, and what happened to the last two, as well as an explanation around processor boosting technology and manual overclocking. Paul and Drew praise Lian Li computer cases. Paul gives follow-up on his Tom Bihn storage situation. Paul and Drew discuss presentation prep, and what makes a "good" presentation to them.

Recorded 3/5/2020

Show Links

• Overclocking
• Intel Turbo Boost Technology
• AMD Precision Boost 2
• AMD Precision Boost Overdrive
• Lian Li Computer Cases
• Tom Bihn Cache (16" Macbook Pro)

Drew issues some corrections from the last show. Drew talks about how the product review in the previous episode ruined his AirPods. Paul talks about how great the AirPods Pro Are, then proceeds to gush about his new 16-inch Macbook Pro. Drew might be addicted to video games. Paul sells Drew on a pair of MoCA network adapters.

Recorded 2/27/2020

Show Links

• Sony Noise Cancelling Headphones WH1000XM3: Wireless Bluetooth Over the Ear Headphones with Mic and Alexa voice control - Industry Leading Active Noise Cancellation - Black
• AirPods Pro
• 6-inch MacBook Pro - Silver
• Tom Binh Cache
• Tom Binh 50% RECYCLED GHOST WHALE ORGANIZER POUCH
• Call of Duty: Modern Warfare (2019)
• Destiny 2
• MoCA Alliance
• Actiontec Bonded MoCA 2.0 Ethernet to Coax Adapter, 2 Pack (ECB6200K02), Black

Paul give some follow-up to his repetitive stress injury, and shows Drew his new wrist rest. Drew gets moist over a soft pretzel, talks about the North Market in Columbus, and then the boys talk about some of their favorite dining places around town. Drew takes a listener question around a "cleaning product" and decides to do a live review of the product on the program. Finally, Drew announces he back to watching Anime, and the boys discuss some of their favorite series they've seen over the years.

Recorded 2/20/2020

Show Links

• Glorious Gaming Wrist Pad/Rest - TENKEYLESS (TKL) - Black - Mechanical Keyboards,Stitched Edges,Ergonomic | 14x4 inches/25mm Thick (GWR-87) Tenkeyless (Black)
• Dos Hermanos
• Brezel
• Rooster's
• Valter's
• Sushi dot com
• La Scala
• Tucci's
• J Liu
• Keyboard Cleaner Universal Cleaning Gel for PC Tablet Laptop Keyboards, Car Vents, Cameras, Printers, Calculators from ColorCoral 160G
• Keyboard Cleaner Universal Cleaning Slime for PC Tablet Laptop Keyboards, Car Vents, Home Appliance, Printers, Calculators from ColorCoral (5 Pack)
• RoboTech
• Cowboy Bebop
• Trigun
• Golgo13

Drew has some follow-up for his home PC, which leads him to talk about jet plates. Paul finds nirvana in a very specific Yubikey. The boys discuss Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI) and Paul talks about how he's coping, which leads him to introduce Drew to a keyboard he didn't know existed. Finally, Drew's love of trains (scale or otherwise) is leading him to a dangerous spending cliff.

Recorded 2/13/2020

Show Links

• Water Cooling Glossary (ekwb)
• YubiKey 5C Nano
• Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI) Explained
• ErgoDox EZ Keyboard
• Matias Ergo Pro Keyboard
• Marklin
• Unboxing/review Maerklin-Swiss-Crocodile - Ce 6/8 - gauge 1 - scale 1:32
• Lionel Blue Comet 4-6-4 Steam Engine
• LGB Trains

Drew buys a new washing machine. The boys discuss "Watchmen" because Drew watched the HBO series and loved it, then then they talk more about some other TV series they're looking forward to. Paul buys a new mouse, which leads the boys to talk about their keyboard and mice choices and it leaves Drew a little bit jealous. Drew has been writing code again, and deploying Azure Functions.

Recorded 02/06/2020

Show Links

• Whirlpool 5.3 cu. ft. Smart Capable Top Load Washer
• Watchmen (HBO)
• Watchmen (Graphic Novel)
• McMillions (HBO)
• Mythic Quest(https://tv.apple.com/us/show/mythic-quest-ravens-banquet/umc.cmc.1nfdfd5zlk05fo1bwwetzldy3?l=en)
• Logitech MX Master 3 Mouse
• Code Keyboards
• Azure Functions

Drew plays with his tube. Paul discusses his battle jacket project, and his plans to debut it at an upcoming show. The boys create Spotify playlists for their pets. Drew can't handle his email and asks Paul (and the besties) for advice. Drew gushes about a rug. Finally, the boys talk about what retirement will (eventually) look like.

Recorded 1/29/2019

Show Links

• MIDNIGHT (Band)
• Spotify Pets Playlist Generator
• Rocky's playlist
• Mashmallow's playlist
• Spark Email Client
• Microsoft To Do
• Ruggable

Paul is stressed at "losing" his desk at work. The boys discuss enterprise-level AV and teleconferencing solutions. Paul talks about Rancher, while Drew describes his adventures with Red Hat OpenShift. Drew shows Paul an intriguing Kickstarter campaign for a new board game. Drew can't help himself and describes his next computer "upgrade." Paul quizzes drew on the proper way to clean your AirPods. The boys discuss doing their taxes.

Recorded 1/23/2020

Show Links

• Rancher
• RedHat OpenShift
• Return to Dark Tower
• Ultimate Guide for Cleaning Your AirPods
• Poster Putty
• Screen Mom Screen Cleaner

Drew visits downtown Detroit, and not only does he not die, he has a wonderful time and discovers an amazingly good comic book store. Paul gives an update on his battle jacket journey. The boys talk about middle school elective courses, and how they both didn't take home economics. Drew owns up to being a hypocrite. Drew sells Paul on Edge Chromium. Paul gets a Yubikey.

Recorded 1/16/2019

Show links

• Vault of Midnight
• How to use a needle threader
• Logitech Spotlight Remote
• Edge Chromium
• Yubikey

The boys are a both a little under the weather, and talk about their ills and how they deal with being sick. Drew and Paul then break down some local tech conferences they're both fond of, and talk about their plans to attend them (or not attend them). Paul begins the process of preparing his Battle Jacket, and talks about his plans to get the jacket, patches, and other accessories he'll need to pull this off. Paul then talks about the /r/BattleJackets subreddit, some studs and spikes he wants to get, and his "fear" of doing his own tailoring work. Drew talks about his "me time" and how getting his head shaved by a professional is as close to heaven as he gets. Finally, Drew puts out a call for help on spending his money.

Recorded January 9th, 2020

Show Links

• CodeMash
• Kalahari Resort
• Stir Trek
• Schottenstein Center
• Reddit: Battle Jackets
• BEHEMOTH SHAPED EMBROIDERED BACK PATCH
• Studs and Spikes
• Alrosa Villa
• Microcenter

Paul has some nice feedback from his son's story. The boys talk about health insurance. Drew finished his Saturn V Lego set, and talks about how he (and a lot of people, probably) grew up building and playing with Lego sets. The boys look back on 2019: what they liked, didn't like, and what they look forward to in 2020 (which means pretty much nerd stuff like tabletop games, anime, and video games). Drew talks about his botched attempt at getting a special logo for the podcast.

Recorded 01/02/2020

Show Links:

• Lego Saturn V Set
• Fire Station (1981)
• Police Station (1983)
• Lego Voltron (2018)
• Dungeons and Dragons 5th Edition
• Battle Angel Alita (Manga)
• Last of Us 2
• Cyberpunk 2077
• Cyberpunk Red Jumpstart Kit
• Fiverr