Fatal Distraction
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Have you ordered your Apple Vision Pro yet? In this episode Jason and Ben explore this recent entry into the "mixed reality" space, from the fit and features to the viral videos circulating of early adopters upending the normal. Maker Minute: Independent VR Goggle Makers (you know who you are).
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It's Up To Us: Small Biz & Buying American
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In this episode Jason & Ben examine a viral YT video about the alarming state of big brands in America, what it means to "Buy American", and some of the easy ways YOU can be supporting the economy...wherever you live. Video Referenced:
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Midlife Crisis
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The dreaded midlife crisis. Except, why is it dreaded? In this episode Ben & Jason explore society's (mis)perception of the middle ages, from the questionable "signs" one is having a midlife crisis to the overwhelmingly negative bent given to this strange phenomenon. Maker Minute: AND the
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Top Gun: Maverick
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Part movie review, part paean to the original. Jason and Ben take on everyone's favorite 2022 summer blockbuster. Was it realistic, was it well-acted, does it matter? If you were (or weren't) a fan, you'll enjoy this hot take. Maker Minute: Tom Cruise (oh yes we did).
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"Life Hacks" – The Last Grilling Utensil You'll Ever Need
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Jason and Ben breakdown the grilling utensil Jason swears by, which can replace your tongs, spatula, and fork AND elevate your status all at once. It might be end of summer, but a true pit boss cooks over fire 12 months of the year. Maker Minute:
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Should There Be Billionaires?
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Jason and Ben tackle the existential and touch on economics, morality, fairness, and Jeff Bezos' super yacht. We tried to get Bernie Sanders as a guest but the WiFi on his private jet was down. Maker Minute:
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The Curious Case of the Counterfeit Kappa
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Jason is no stranger to having his products ripped off. But this latest incident is extra. The brazenness, the gall, the cheek of the people behind the Kappa counterfeiting operation is next level. Maker Minute: All Makers (especially those who have had their sh*t ripped off).
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Who Wants to Live Forever?
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Jason and Ben explore the burgeoning science of and exploration into immortality – how close are we and who are the figures/companies pursuing it? Also, should we? Also, favorite vampire movie? Maker Minute:
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Mind Over Matter
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You have super powers, and this episode will teach you how to access them. Jason and Ben talk epigenetics, the placebo effect, the brain wave state you can access to unlock super powers, and more. Maker Minute:
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3D Printing
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He might not be an expert, but Jason is clearly accruing experience in this field. We chat his history with 3D Printing, why he's excited about the increasing access to the process, and where it's headed.
info_outlineTwas the night after COVID / and all through the town / not a human was stirring / because of lockdown.
Find joy during a pandemic? You bet your butts we will (try). Pour some eggnog, plug in the lights, set the Netflix fireplace channel to "no music."
Maker Minute: Gavin Newsom