I'm sure they're doing their best

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

The boys took a lunch field trip so Drew could eat his first ever corndog... but did he really? Drew didn't buy any new phone cases this week, but he did invest in a new work badge/ID holder which leads Paul and Drew to dicuss thier Amazon purchasing habits. Paul schools Drew on e-Readers and helps him almost make a purchasing decision. Drew talks about the new Raspberry Pi 4 and some cool projects you can do at home.

Links

• Roosters - A Fun, Casual Joint
• Drew and his Corndogs
• Dirty Frank's
• Work ID Holders
  • Drew's holder
  • Drew's lanyard
  • Paul's lanyard
• Kindle Oasis
• Kindle PaperWhite
• Raspberry Pi 4
  • PiHole
  • RetroPi
  • PiAware
  • Pi Cluster in action

Paul binged the "Chernobyl" series, and enjoyed it so much he then binged the Podcast too, so the boys talk about it a little bit more. Drew found a really creative implementation of the "Battle Royale" game type, which may or may not still be alive by the time this podcast comes out (at least in the version he played). Drew already bought a new iPhone case, and chances are he'll be buying another one soon. Paul talks about some upcoming birthday logistics. Drew started shaving his head. Paul talks about a problematic corn dog experience, and the boys decide to take a field trip. Drew also drops a hint of a new project.

Recorded on June 20, 2019

Links

• "Chernobyl" on HBO
• The Chernobyl Podcast
• "Mario Brothers" Battle Royale
• PUBG
• Apex Legends
• Tetris 99
• totallee thin iPhone Case
• How to Shave Your Head
• HeadBlade Moto Men's Head and Skull Shaving Razor
• Corn Dog
• Rooster's - A Fun, Casual Joint
• Bloodstained : Ritual of the Night
• BBS

Drew is still coming to grips with his two phone life, and discusses his recent case purchase experience. Drew watched the "Chernobyl" series on HBO, and he has thoughts. Paul is troubled about how the popular online game "Roblox" exists and does business. Paul discusses how he edits this podcast, and Drew's pretty impressed. Paul and Drew talk board game fluff, which is just a nice way of saying they spend way too much money on the hobby.

Recored on June 14th, 2019

Links

• Spigen Clear iPhone Case - Amazon
• Phone Case Picture
• Chernobyl on HBO
  • Chernobyl Podcast - iTunes
  • Books
    • Chernobyl: Confessions of a Reporter (check your library)
    • Voices From Chernobyl - Amazon
    • Midnight In Chernobyl - Amazon
• Ferrite
• Double-ender
• Roblox
  • MUD
• Essential Board Game Accessories
  • The Broken Token Game Organizers
  • Drew's 3D Printer - Prusa Research
    • Sample pieces you can print for Power Grid
  • Wyrmwood custom accessories
  • Custom board game tables
    • Wyrmwood
    • Rathskellers
    • boardgametables.com

Drew has a flat tire, and didn't think clearly about how to handle it. Paul and Drew discuss multi-factor authentication (MFA), and why they both like and need it. Drew laments mobile device management (MDM), and talks about some of the new workflows he's developing to keep work and personal information and devices separate while maintaining his sanity. Drew's got an extra cell phone, and he's not sure if it's a good thing or bad thing. Paul talks about what makes metal music great, proper moshpit etiquette, and how not to prevent getting punched in the face.

Links

• Pros and cons of Run-Flat Tires
• Multi-factor authentication
  • Microsoft Authenticator
  • Authy
  • Yubikey
• Mobile Device Management
• iPhone XR
• Heavy Metal Genres
• Spotify Death Metal and Beyond
• Spotify Black and Dark Metal
• McDopin

Drew and Paul try to figure out what they are doing in the very first episode of I'm sure they're doing their best.

We end up talking about Drew's exciting week and Paul's grind. Of course, there is discussion about the podcasts we love. Then we talk about gadgets in our life that bring us joy. We wrap up the episode talking about boardgames we keep despite how bad they are.

Recored on May 30th, 2019

Links

• Jon Kruger
• Hover.com
• Authy
• Google Domains
• genesface.com
• Merlin Mann
• Back to Work
• Reconcilable Diffs
• Jon Siracusa
• Do By Friday
• Roderick on the Line
• TheChernobyl Podcast
• Chernobyl on HBO
• ATP
• Overcast
• Upgrade
• Shut up and Sit Down
• Hypercritical podcast
• You look nice today
• Robot or Not
• Friendship Fitness Podcast
• Handmade Letter Opener
• Apple Magic Mouse
• Synology DS918+
• Synology DS418
• Logitech Harmony Remotes
• Pre Box S2 Digital
• Instant Pot
• Fortress America
• Scotland Yard
• Payday
• This War of Mine

Drew and Paul try to figure out what they are doing in the very first episode of I'm sure they're doing their best.

We end up talking about Drew's exciting week and Paul's grind. Of course, there is discussion about the podcasts we love. Then we talk about gadgets in our life that bring us joy. We wrap up the episode talking about boardgames we keep despite how bad they are.