Paul battles some invasive pests. Drew finds a new keyboard, maybe? Paul reviews his two newest handhelds.

Recorded 10/17/25

Show Links:

• Mud Dauber
• Keychron Q16 HE 8K: World's First Fully Ceramic Keyboard
• Keychron Web-Based Programming Tool
• ONEXSUGAR Sugar 1 – The World's First Transformable Dual-Screen Handheld Console
• AYN Thor
• ROG Xbox Ally X (2025) RC73XA Gaming Handheld PC
• Youtube - Gamer's Nexus - The Asus Dumpster Fire
• Ghost of Yotei

Paul is recovering from a fun work outing. Drew has an accident. Drew buys another Raspberry Pi case and Paul is baffled. Paul played some board games and talks about how good they were.

Recorded 10/10/25

Show Links:

• Colonoscopy Prep
• Pironman 5 Raspberry Pi Case
• Blood on the Clocktower
• Lord of the Rings: Fate of the Fellowship
• Rebirth
• Foundations of Rome

Drew gives an update on his "Pull-up for Pets" numbers. Paul is really excited for Sonic Temple 2026, and maybe Drew is into one of the bands too? Drew watched "Day of the Jackal" on Peacock and really liked it. The boys talk about iOS 26, and Paul shares his initial impressions of his new iPhone 17 Pro. Drew buys a new toy.

Recorded 08/26/25

Show Links:

• Sonic Temple 2026 Lineup
• The Day of the Jackal - 1971 Book
• The Day of the Jackal - 1973 Film
• The Jackal - 1997 Film
• Day of the Jackal - TV Series
• Sako TRG 22 A1

Drew gets some news about his required pull-ups. Drew goes on a work trip to someplace new. Paul likes his new dishwasher. Drew is sick of Google's shit. Paul talks about the Apple event and talks about what he bought already. Drew tests some workouts and the boys talk about some high school reading.

Recorded 09/13/25

Show Links

• Eppley Field, Omaha, NE
• Bosch 800 Series 24-in Top Control Built-in Dishwasher With Third Rack ( Black Stainless Steel ) ENERGY STAR, 42-Decibel Quietest Sound Level
• Google App Popup Bullshit
• The Verge: "The eight biggest announcements from Apple's iPhone Air event"
• Friendship Fitness: Masters '25: Workout Walkthrough Video
• The Great Gatsby (1974 Film)

Drew is celebrating the release of "Hollow Knight: Silksong" and apparently a lot of other people are too. Paul has some exciting(?) news regarding his favorite browser, but he's very conflicted, and Drew is... ambivalent? Paul asks Drew: "Would YOU buy a folding iPhone?" Drew issues a challenge to the listeners.

Recorded 9/4/25

Show Links

• Hollow Knight: Silksong
• The Guardian - "Hollow Knight: Silksong launch crashes online gaming stores"
• Dia Browser
• The Verge - "The Browser Company Acquired by Atlassian"
• Your Tuesday in 2030
• Glean
• Mac Rumors - "2026 Foldable iPhone Leak Roundup"

Paul celebrates his daughter's birthday with the family. A listener question has Paul revisit his phone case decision. Paul is very interested in the new "ROG XBOX Ally X" and will likely purchase one. Drew replaces his DAC and headphone amplifier, and asks Paul for some headphone suggestions. Drew finally tests his new dishwasher.

Recorded 08/30/25

Show Links

• The Minimalist Case - SLATE
• Armor.Mount Plate Carrier PALS/MOLLE (Phone)
• Punk Dunk: "How to Metal Gear"
• ROG XBOX Ally X
• Heretic
• Hexen
• Rise of the Triad
• S.M.S.L. RAW-MDA1
• Drop + HIFIMAN HE5XX Planar Magnetic Headphones

Paul's dishwasher dies. Drew gets some professional window cleaning done and has his mind blown. Paul visits "Activate" Columbus and shares his experience. Drew is excited about an upcoming video game release.

Recorded 08/23/25

Show Links

• Bob Cleans Windows (Columbus, OH)
• Activate
• System Shock 2 25th Anniversary
• Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater
• Hollow Knight: Silksong

Paul shares a story about his daughter's tennis racket, and Drew has some home networking issues. Paul shares his experience as a "Big Beta Boy." The boys discuss the rumors of cellular Macs. Both Drew and Paul need a new dishwasher. And, it turns out that sometimes podcasting is hard.

Recorded 08/14/25

Show Links

• UniFi G4 Doorbell Pro PoE Kit
• UniFi Dream Machine Pro Max
• What's new with iPad app windows in iPadOS 26, and how they work
• Apple code confirms the first MacBook Pro with 5G is in development
• Bosch 800 Series Dishwasher

Drew tries to pay his water bill. Paul has a new athlete in the house! Drew hits the limit with one of his (formerly) favorite tools. Drew gets fiber internet service, faster than he thought (literally). Paul backs another new handheld and Drew is skeptical... at first. Drew builds his dream short barrel rifle, while also expanding his MilSim cosplay.

Recorded 07/31/25

Show Links

• The Mounds - Monongahela, PA
• altafiber
• City of Dublin Fiber Project
• ONEXSUGAR: 1st Dual-Screen Transformable Handheld
• The Verge: OneXSugar: Playing with the first dual-screen transforming handheld
• Asus ROG Xbox Ally releases August with high price, according to leaks
• FN SCAR® 16S NRCH
• WIEGEDOOD - FN SCAR 16 (OFFICIAL VIDEO)
• FN SCAR 16S Barrel Assembly 10"
• M-LOK
• PMM SCAR 16/17 Lower M-LOK Rail
• PMM SCAR 16/17 M-LOK Side Rail Panels
• GBRS Group Assaulter Belt System V3
• GBRS Pouches
• True North Concepts - Modular Holster Adaptor
• MY MEDIC TFAK Trauma First Aid Kit - Emergency Medical Rescue Gear Bag & Tactical Survival Supplies for Hunting, Hiking, Camping, The Gun Range or Car - Coyote

Drew went golfing, kind of. Drew talks about his newest family member, Vito! Paul buys a new chair (using AI). Paul talks about watching Season 2, Part 1 of "The Sandman" on Netflix (which Drew has yet to watch). Drew likes "Robocop."

Recorded 07/19/2025

Show Links

• Brock D. Comer Memorial Golf Outing
• AKC.org
• Steelcase Gesture Office Chair
• Anji Mountain Standard Bamboo Chair Mat
• Important Anker Product Recall Info
• "The Sandman" Season 2
• Robocop: Rogue City