Hosted by Merlin Mann and John Siracusa.
John Siracusa and Merlin Mann try to figure out exactly how they got this way.
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#227: Settled Business
February 2nd, 2024 · 104 minutes
Your hosts begin unpacking some of the things it took them too long to realize
#226: A Weak Button
January 19th, 2024 · 90 minutes
John shares some updates on "Secret Weird Things [Other] People Do,"
#225: Leavings and Learnings
January 5th, 2024 · 117 minutes
On the complexities and frustrations around seeking medical help. Especially when it involves more than just finding an egg.
#224: A Second Lap of the Babies
December 23rd, 2023 · 85 minutes
The main topic this week is ideal versus actual holiday plans.
#223: The Problem Is It’s Accurate
December 9th, 2023 · 82 minutes
Merlin's networking is not working, John continues to be vexed by UK speakers, and they both can't stop talking about the software and services that ostensibly exists to help them watch moving pictures on the TV.
#222: It’s Captured My Almonds
November 24th, 2023 · 95 minutes
Your hosts return to topics around AI—with a focus on the new class of wearables intended to bridge the gap between meatspace and The Great Intelligence.
#221: Best, First, Favorite
November 10th, 2023 · 104 minutes
As a main topic, your hosts officially introduce their concept of "Best, First, Favorite" (or "BFF"). An exegesis ensues on the distinctions and purposes of this powerful new Thought Technology.
#220: The Light From a Dying Star
October 31st, 2023 · 80 minutes
Your hosts talk about pronunciation and BFFs.
#219: Theater Kids and Sad People
October 13th, 2023 · 98 minutes
Your hosts discuss Station Eleven and strategies for surviving a given apocalypse.
#218: Train Parliament
September 29th, 2023 · 72 minutes
John introduces an unusual work-from-home practice. Which leads to your hosts wondering how they would row across the ocean in an open boat.