I'm sure they're doing their best

Drew gets a late start due to a local festival. Paul follows-up on his ROG Ally X, including a case and a long journey that doesn't end where you think it does. Drew talks more about Intel. Drew tries to convince Paul to play "No Man's Sky" again after all the massive updates it's gotten over the years. Paul recommends a new "Batman" show, and Drew watched an interesting documentary on Netflix.

Recorded 08/03/24

Show Links

• Dublin Irish Festival
• Fintie Case for ASUS ROG Ally X 2024 / ROG Ally 2023, Shockproof Protective Cover Hard Shell with Inner Pocket & 14 Game Card Slots for ASUS ROG Ally & Accessories, Black
• Bazzite
• rEFInd
• (Gamer's Nexus) Scumbag Intel: Shady Practices, Terrible Responses, & Failure to Act
• Why Now is The Perfect Time to Start Playing No Man's Sky
• Batman: Caped Crusader
• Netflix's 'How to Rob a Bank' is the definitive tale of Scott Scurlock

Paul gets his new toys and tells Drew all about the ROG Ally X. Drew has some advice to anyone looking to upgrade their computers in the near future. Drew gets a forgotten Kickstarter package (again) and is in the market for a cheap non-iOS tablet and needs Paul's help in choosing.

Recorded 7/27/24

Show links:

• ROG Ally X Review (The Verge)
• Intel Problems Summary (Gamers Nexus)
• Terraforming Mars Prelude 2 Expansion
• Teslong Rifle Borescope, Bore Camera Gun Cleaning Camera - Fits .20 Caliber & Larger-Hunting Shooting Firearms Visual Barrel Inspection Tool w/3 Right-Angle Mirrors and Carrying Case(45inch-Flexible)

The boys talk about the big Crowdstrike kurfuffle earlier in the week. Paul updates Drew on his "The Wire" watching. Paul gets a notification on his Synology and has some decisions to make. Drew "builds" a rifle. Paul once again tries PC gaming and, well...

Recorded 07/20/24

Show Links:

• Crowdstrike Issue, explained
• Synology DS1522+
• Rimfire Ammunition
• CZ 457
• Area 419 Base
• ACC Premier Chassis
• ELEY America
• Oculus 22 Supressor
• Burris Xtreme Tactical PRO 5.5-30x56
• Nightforce NX7 2.5-20 Mil-XT
• Moonlight Streaming
• NPC Podcast
• POWKIDDY V10 Handheld Game Console
• Lenovo Legion Go
• ROG Ally X
• Fractal Design Cases

Drew is back, and has some thoughts on last episode's antics. Drew provides an update with his experience with the TK-02 Espresso Machine, and tries a new coffee. Paul's favorite browser makes a... commercial? A quick update on Drew's search engine replacement, and what he's NOT using. Paul finishes "The Newsroom" and starts watching "The Wire" in earnest.

Recorded 07/11/24

Show Links:

• Mind Tonic Espresso
• Arc Commercial
• Perplexity AI Drama in 60 Seconds

Once again, Paul is joined by Erik Darling. They catchup on Erik's Mac use and Paul share's his plans for his upcoming vacation. Erik gives us his espresso history and shares his thoughts on the TK-02. They finish up discussing Drew's new shooty-man hobby.

Recorded 06/20/2024

Show links:

• Darling Data
• Terra Kaffee TK-02
• Sweetleaf Coffee Roasters
• Santa Monica Lychee Macerated

Paul buys some new speakers for his living room. Drew embraces cosplay. Paul is re-re-re-watching "Buffy The Vampire Slayer" but with a very heartwarming twist. Drew shares a friend's business launch.

Recorded 06/20/2024

Show links:

• Sonos Ultimate Immersive Set
• Sonos TruePlay
• Chesty Rig Wide Harness
• MOLLE
• Kangaroo Front Flap
• The Mini Dangler
• The Boys
• Built By Borda

Drew gets some nostalgia via a candy purchase. A friendly listener points out a show mistake. The boys review all the great new stuff coming out of this year's "Apple World Wide Developer Conference" and what they're excited for (and what they're not). Paul is still hooked on Diablo 4, and Drew tries streaming on TikTok.

Recorded 06/13/204

Show Links

• Boston Stoker - Buna Fruta
• The Verge - Introducing Apple Intelligence, the personal intelligence system that puts powerful generative models at the core of iPhone, iPad, and Mac
• The Verge - Apple WWDC 2024: the 13 biggest announcements
• The Verge - Apple and OpenAI aren't paying each other yet, says Bloomberg
• Apple Unveils Calculator App for iPad With Math Notes, Apple Pencil Support
• Apple Reveals New Head Gestures Coming to AirPods Pro Later This Year
• iMessage on iOS 18 Features Bold, Underline, Italics, and Text Effects
• iOS 18 Lets You Swap Out Lock Screen Camera and Flashlight Buttons
• Apple Introduces Standalone 'Passwords' App
• Diablo 4: Vessel of Hatred
• PC Gamer - Destiny 2's new exotic mission is the best Bungie has made in years, but some solo players are furious about having to speak to each other

Drew is looking forward to a "quieter" week with an important company event coming up. The boys discuss a bunch of AI-related topics, including the concerning "Windows Recall." Paul likes "The Newsroom" and Drew pushes his luck with another recommendation. Paul provides some more evidence that the Arc browser is, in fact, good. Drew is in the market for a new search engine. Drew likes the new "Destiny 2" expansion, "The Final Shape."

Recorded 06/06/24

Show Links:

• Databricks Data and AI Summit
• Windows Recall is real creepy
• "Exploring the Arc Browser" - Mac Power Users #747
• Duck Duck Go
• Kagi
• Perplexity AI
• Destiny 2: The Final Shape

Drew has some social anxiety. Paul is going to teach Drew how to play Diablo 4. Paul likes his new iPad. Drew and Paul discuss some shows they've gotten into recently.

Recorded 5/30/2024

Show Links

• Smart Casual
• Semi Formal
• Tailscale
• VNC
• The Newsroom
• X-Men 97
• Modern X-Men Comics Reading Order Thread

The boys are back from a hiatus, and Paul has lots of stories to tell after his big week of concertgoing. Paul tells Drew all about the new Diablo 4 changes. Drew shoots a mile, and makes some legally treacherous purchases.

Recorded 05/23/24

Show links

• Crew Stadium, Columbus OH
• Mr Bungle
• Kim Dracula
• Diablo 4: Loot Reborn
• Heatblur F4-E Phantom
• National Firearms Act
• SureFire SOCOM556-RC3
• Rugged Obsidian 45
• Silencer Shop
• Thunder Beast Arms Corporation