The boys kick things off discussing Apple's big iPhone event of the past week, and talk about their personal upgrade plans (if any). Paul falls hard for the new green iPhone 11 Pro, while Drew contemplates a new Watch. Paul and Drew then discuss how they "consume" the internet through various websites, apps, and tools and how it all fits into their daily workflows (including some favorite subreddits). Finally, Drew gushes on his latest favorite TV show: Mindhunters.

Recorded 9/12/2019

Show Links

• Apple iPhone Event (Recorded Stream)
• iPhone 11
• Watch Series 5
• Newsblur
• Twitterific
• Apollo
• Instapaper
• Pinboard
• Evernote
• Hackernews
• Bear
• OneNote
• Mindhunter (Netflix Original)
• Behavioral Science
• BTK Killer (nsfw)
• Atlanta Child Murders (nsfw)

The boys own up to missing a week, but it was all Drew's fault. Paul talks about becoming "Internet Mattress Guy," leading Drew to wonder if he's missing out. Drew talks about going on vacation, and a strange bodily condition that he's been experiencing. The boys talk about ideal vacation spots. Paul talks about giving up coffee, and when he was drinking coffee, some of his favorite brewing rituals. The boys then talk about video games: what games are coming out this fall that they're looking forward too, what have they been playing recently, and then finally what they each consider to be hallmarks of good games.

Recorded September 5th, 2019

##Show Links:##

• Purple Mattress
• Casper Mattress
• Mattress Store Conspiracy Theories
• Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
• AeroPress
• Chemex
• Video games
  • Borderlands 3
  • Ghost Recon: Breakpoint
  • World of Warcraft (Classic)
  • Call of Duty: Modern Warfare
  • Cyberpunk 2077
  • Wolfenstein: Youngblood
  • Papers, please

Following Drew's DiSC assessment, Paul went and took one too and is now worried he might be leading a cult but he's not sure so he asks for some feedback from Drew. The boys talk for a fair amount about thier first jobs before their tech careers as well as their early IT jobs as well. Paul shares the secret to a good buffet and talks about his accidental cosplay. The boys share what they've been reading this summer, and Drew talks about the "Handmaid's Tale."

Recorded August 22, 2019

Show links

• Stockholm Syndrome
• Florence Nightingale effect
• The Handmaid's Tale
• The Doomsday Machine: Confessions of a Nuclear War Planner
• Rising Tide: The Untold Story Of The Russian Submarines That Fought The Cold War
• Lords Of Chaos: Lords of Chaos: The Bloody Rise of the Satanic Metal Underground New Edition
• The Frame Job (Series)

The boys kick off the episode answering some listener emails about old technology they miss now, which spirals into just a list of general things they reminisce over and fondly remember. Paul talks about the secret to separate spousal (and family) vacations and it turns out Drew also does this. Drew talks about his new car washing system that borders on a fetish. Drew took a workplace personality assessment and discusses its findings with Paul, who now wants to take one too. The lads also discuss their own histories with different assessments and how it's helped them cope over the years. Finally, Drew breaks down his decision to join a pretty well-known company, and touches on what it takes to change and grow and more importantly: what it means to realize you're not.

Recorded August 17th, 2019

Show Links:

• Old tech / things we miss
  • Tiger Handheld Electronic Games
  • You can still play your old LCD handheld games online
  • 2020 BMW M3 To Get Manual Transmission
  • Logitech ScanMan
  • MUDs, MUSH, MOOs
    • From Reddit: What's the difference between MUDs, MUSHs, and MOOs
    • MUDConnect
• Adam's Polishes
  • Video - The Two Bucket Wash System
• Personality Assessments
  • Strengthsfinders
  • DiSC
  • Show note: Drew was a CD; what were you if you took it?

Paul gets some good feedback on the Podcast. The boys talk about the different TV series they thing are "the best." Paul schools Drew on comic books, what he's read, and what he continues to read. Drew did a bad in an online game and is paying the consequences. Finally, the boys talk about lawn care which spirals out of control in general home ownership grievances.

Recorded August 8th, 2019

Links:

• Favorite TV Series
  • The Wire
  • Buffy the Vampire Slayer
• Comic Books
  • Buffy the Vampure Slayer
  • Scott Pilgrim
  • Comixology
  • Marvel Unlimited
  • Saga
  • The Watchmen
• Grand Theft Auto: Online
  • The Casino Update (it's legalized online gambling, seriously)
  • Shark Cards
• Lawn Care
  • Dealing with frogs

To celebrate their 10th episode, Drew created Paul a special game inspired by his Kindle suggestions. They boys talk about their "everyday carry", and what you can find on them most of the time. Drew gets his MacBook Pro keyboard replaced. The boys reflect on 10 episodes of the podcast, what they've liked, and where they want it to go next.

Recorded August 1st, 2019

Links:

• The Kindle Game Books (Yes, these are all real if you're into this stuff)
  • Desires: The First Savages Story, by Shane Scott
  • The Two Lila Bennetts, by Liz Fenton and Lisa Steinke
  • Fun Stories Greatest Hits: Take a 40 Story Vacation, Flip Flops Optional by R. Scott Murphy
  • The Untethered by S.W. Southwick
  • When Cathy Came Home by Ray Boxall
  • Death Becomes Her, by Micheal Anderle
  • Saving Maclean, by Ray Boxall
  • The Dead One Protrudes, by Don Thompson
  • Before The Wolf Moon, by Tamara Haddock
  • Twists of Time 46: Ascending, by S.R. Cronin
  • Uncommon Prayer: A Father Flenn Adventure, by Scott Arnold
  • Whispering Pines, A Novel by Kimberly Diede
• Everyday carry
  • Apple Airpods 2
  • Gerber Suspension Multi-plier
  • Jackknife Pocket Lock Pick Set
  • VAVA USB C Hub 8-in-1
  • AUKEY USB-C SATA III Hard Drive Enclosure
• More Roblox
  • Supermega Plays Roblox (NSFW-language)
  • Dunkey Plays Roblox (NSFW-language)

The boys get a listener question that leads them open up about some of their personal mental health struggles. Paul bought a new laptop bag and Drew immediately has sack envy. Drew upgraded his home internet to gigabit and talks about buying his own modem, and Paul laments his lack of options for his providers. Drew reports on his new Kindle lifestyle.

Recorded July 25th, 2019

Links

• National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
• Backpacks
• Paul's new bag (and accessories):
  • Tom Bihn Synapse 25
  • Cache
  • Snake Charmer
• Drew's less-as-impressive bags:
  • Timbuk2 Authority Bag
  • Topo Designs Rover Pack
• ARRIS Surfboard 8200 DOCSIS 3.1 Modem
• DOCSIS Specification
• Kindle Paperwhite

Paul had a vacation day and played some video games. Drew had a very big surprise. Drew's Mac is due for a keyboard repair. The boys discuss some delivery services they're utilizing, as well as the concept of "hot chicken." Drew closes the loop on his PO Box rental.

Recorded July 19, 2017

Links

• Video Games
  • Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3
  • XBox Game Pass
  • Hollow Knight
  • Astroneer
• 10 Pin Alley
• Mac Butterfly Keyboard Issues
• Services
  • EveryPlate
  • StitchFix
• Hot Chicken
  • Hattie B's (Nashville, TN)
  • Hot Chicken Takeover

The boys kick off the episode answering some listener questions about text editors and board games, which quickly spirals into a trip down memory lane about their gaming histories. Drew had jury duty, and realized he has no idea how the criminal justice system works. Drew has an unsettling online interaction.

Recorded July 12, 2019

Links

• Role Playing Games
  • DnD Starter Set (Target)
  • Shadowrun 6th edition
  • Shadowrun 3rd edition books
  • Mage
  • Vampire
  • Cyberpunk 2020
• Tabletop Games
  • Warhammer 40k
  • Star Wars: X-Wing
  • Star Wars: Armada
  • Battletech
• Jury Duty
  • Franklin County Court of Common Pleas
  • Voir Dire
• Getting a PO box

Drew shares a new fun web-based game that imitates life a little more than he realizes. The boys talk about their Amazon.com purchase histories, and some "risks" (financial and/or physical) they've taken on some of them. Paul gets Drew to admit out loud he's a car snob, and the boys then talk about their car purchase histories, and future acquisitions and "dream cars." Finally, Drew talks about the Windows Subsystem For Linux and how he's finally happy to never have to use PuTTY again.

Recorded on July 5, 2019

Links

• UserInYerFace.com
• Amazon Purchases
• Paul:
  • Kootek 5 Pack Mini LED Flashlight Ultra Bright 300 Lumens Handheld Flashlights Adjustable Focus Small for Kids Child Camping Cycling Hiking Emergency Torch Light
  • Bulls i Toy Cutie Cuff Unicorns Colleen Plush
  • Bag of Unicorns
  • Patiky Wrist Flower, Wrist Corsage Hand Flowers Decor for Wedding Bridal Prom Party Accessories PS05 (Fuchsia Wrist Flower)
• Drew
  • Bluelounge CableBox - Cable Management System - Light Sage - BLUCB-01-L
  • AZ FLAG North Korea Flag 3' x 5' - North Korean Flags 90 x 150 cm - Banner 3x5 ft
  • TOUGH-GRID New 700lb Double-Reflective Paracord/Parachute Cord - 2 Vibrant Retro-Reflective Strands for The Ultimate High-Visibility Cord - 100% Nylon - Made in USA.
  • Foot Care Pedicure Callus Shaver Hard Skin Remover Wood Handle 10 Blades by CAPSPACE
• Car Links
• Mercedes-Benz AMG C 43
• Mercedes-Benz AMG E-Class Sedans
• BMW M4
• Nissan GT-R
• Windows Subsytem For Linux
  • How-To and Docs
  • Drew's Blog Post