I'm sure they're doing their best

A podcast from Drew Furgiuele and Paul Bahler

292 - I'm sure they're a sucker for orange 09/15/2025

292 - I'm sure they're a sucker for orange Drew gets some news about his required pull-ups. Drew goes on a work trip to someplace new. Paul likes his new dishwasher. Drew is sick of Google's shit. Paul talks about the Apple event and talks about what he bought already. Drew tests some workouts and the boys talk about some high school reading. Recorded 09/13/25 Show Links /episode/index/show/doingtheirbest/id/38222500

291 - I'm sure they're afraid of the mouse 09/08/2025

291 - I'm sure they're afraid of the mouse Drew is celebrating the release of "Hollow Knight: Silksong" and apparently a lot of other people are too. Paul has some exciting(?) news regarding his favorite browser, but he's very conflicted, and Drew is... ambivalent? Paul asks Drew: "Would YOU buy a folding iPhone?" Drew issues a challenge to the listeners. Recorded 9/4/25 Show Links /episode/index/show/doingtheirbest/id/38126975

290 - I'm sure they like lips on their bottoms 09/01/2025

290 - I'm sure they like lips on their bottoms Paul celebrates his daughter's birthday with the family. A listener question has Paul revisit his phone case decision. Paul is very interested in the new "ROG XBOX Ally X" and will likely purchase one. Drew replaces his DAC and headphone amplifier, and asks Paul for some headphone suggestions. Drew finally tests his new dishwasher. Recorded 08/30/25 Show Links /episode/index/show/doingtheirbest/id/38045720

289 - I'm sure they'll go the bedbug convention 08/25/2025

289 - I'm sure they'll go the bedbug convention Paul's dishwasher dies. Drew gets some professional window cleaning done and has his mind blown. Paul visits "Activate" Columbus and shares his experience. Drew is excited about an upcoming video game release. Recorded 08/23/25 Show Links /episode/index/show/doingtheirbest/id/37945965

288 - I’m sure they’ll manage the chunks 08/19/2025

288 - I’m sure they’ll manage the chunks Paul shares a story about his daughter’s tennis racket, and Drew has some home networking issues. Paul shares his experience as a “Big Beta Boy.” The boys discuss the rumors of cellular Macs. Both Drew and Paul need a new dishwasher. And, it turns out that sometimes podcasting is hard. Recorded 08/14/25 Show Links /episode/index/show/doingtheirbest/id/37878670

287 - I'm sure they have a hiccup fetish 08/04/2025

287 - I'm sure they have a hiccup fetish Drew tries to pay his water bill. Paul has a new athlete in the house! Drew hits the limit with one of his (formerly) favorite tools. Drew gets fiber internet service, faster than he thought (literally). Paul backs another new handheld and Drew is skeptical... at first. Drew builds his dream short barrel rifle, while also expanding his MilSim cosplay. Recorded 07/31/25 Show Links /episode/index/show/doingtheirbest/id/37662170

286 - I'm sure they'll make the cushion smushy 07/21/2025

286 - I'm sure they'll make the cushion smushy Drew went golfing, kind of. Drew talks about his newest family member, Vito! Paul buys a new chair (using AI). Paul talks about watching Season 2, Part 1 of "The Sandman" on Netflix (which Drew has yet to watch). Drew likes "Robocop." Recorded 07/19/2025 Show Links /episode/index/show/doingtheirbest/id/37480290

285 - I’m sure they’ll swipe the bottoms 07/08/2025

285 - I’m sure they’ll swipe the bottoms Paul has a new phone case and Drew talks about his trip to Europe. Turns out, he’s not the best flier. Recorded 07/03/2025 Show links: /episode/index/show/doingtheirbest/id/37335450

284 - I'm sure there's two poops together 06/23/2025

284 - I'm sure there's two poops together Drew re-watches a classic movie. Paul goes on a gameshow. Drew provides a final (?) update on his travel router experience, and does a consumer safety announcement. Paul bought another Mac, and might buy another one for Sims related activities. Recorded 06/19/2025 Show links: /episode/index/show/doingtheirbest/id/37112645

283 - I'm sure they're way too transparent 06/16/2025

283 - I'm sure they're way too transparent Drew decides on some travel gadgets, starting with a new travel router, and he gives his hands on impressions of it and another new thing. However, he needs Paul's help for one more piece of the puzzle, and Paul obliges. Paul watched the latest "World Wide Developer's Conference" and makes a snap decision after he adapts to a new way to write code. Drew, though, saw something else interesting in that presentation... Recorded 06/12/25 Show Links: /episode/index/show/doingtheirbest/id/37024060

282 - I'm sure they have podcast luggage 06/09/2025

282 - I'm sure they have podcast luggage Drew flakes out on his duties, because he was working with Enterprise Software (TM). A listener helps the boys solve a mystery. Drew has a trip coming up and picks Paul's brain on luggage, iPads (or, lack thereof), and travel routers. Paul gets his Switch 2, but not for lack of Target trying to screw it up, and he shares his initial impressions. Recorded 06/07/2025 Show Links: /episode/index/show/doingtheirbest/id/36917280

281 - I’m sure they’ll design their own experiences 06/03/2025

281 - I’m sure they’ll design their own experiences Drew found Paul’s doppelganger. Paul attends college orientation with his son, and he’s impressed by good it was. Drew buys his new TV, but is annoyed by setting it up. Drew also buys some new AirPods. Recorded 05/30/25 Show Links: /episode/index/show/doingtheirbest/id/36833565

280 - I'm sure they'll get weird with it 05/26/2025

280 - I'm sure they'll get weird with it Paul's son graduates high school and Drew wants to know how he's feeling about it. The boys talk about some handheld gaming. Paul wraps his play time with "Doom: The Dark Ages." Drew hasn't bought a TV yet. Drew buys some outdoor furniture. Recorded 05/24/25 Show Links: /episode/index/show/doingtheirbest/id/36718030

279 - I'm sure their units are pre-production 05/19/2025

279 - I'm sure their units are pre-production Paul has some audio issues to kick the show off this week, after the boys were away. Paul shows Drew the new images of what will (probably) be his next handheld and Drew can't look at it. Paul raves about "Doom: The Dark Ages." Drew is TV shopping and needs Paul's help. Drew thinks Paul went to Sonic Temple this year (he didn't) but might have finally gotten Drew into one of his bands? Paul is a Good Dad (TM). Drew checks another gun off the list. Recorded 05/17/25 Show Links: /episode/index/show/doingtheirbest/id/36624055

278 - I'm sure they'll upload the chunks 05/05/2025

278 - I'm sure they'll upload the chunks Drew thinks Windows is a terrible operating system and has a very specific example to prove it. Paul is happy with the change to Libsyn Connect and Drew is impressed with Paul's editing skills. Drew hates the city of Philadelphia. Paul goes to a metal show and a different type of concert broke out. Paul helps Drew spend $50 on Amazon. Paul asks Drew for advice on some very specific gaming controllers. Recorded 04/30/25 Show links: .) ) /episode/index/show/doingtheirbest/id/36437100

277 - I'm sure they'll swipe and insert 04/28/2025

277 - I'm sure they'll swipe and insert Listen in as the boys try to figure out the new podcast recording platform! Drew reads an ad for an Ohio company. Paul does some community service. Paul talks about his beloved handheld gaming industry reacting to the recent tariff news. Paul talks about the Switch 2 preorder game. Drew asks the question: "What computer would YOU buy for your Mother in Law?." Drew has a tough week by feeling sentimental and realizes something very sobering. Recorded 04/24/25 Show Links: /episode/index/show/doingtheirbest/id/36338600

276 - I'm sure they'll fart into it 04/21/2025

276 - I'm sure they'll fart into it Drew drives to Chicago and doesn't realize it until it's too late, with butt-clinching implications. Drew gets a new air purifier. Paul tells Drew to go watch the new "The Sandman" Season 2 trailer, and they're both hyped. Paul suggests an alternative to the bitcoin hell chat of Skype. Paul gives some love to some developer tools he's using for his app. Recorded 04/17/24 Show Links: /episode/index/show/doingtheirbest/id/36243150

275 - I'm sure they'll get a senior discount 04/07/2025

275 - I'm sure they'll get a senior discount Drew takes a trip to Austin, Texas and is... confused? Paul tells a very personal story of personal growth and hardship. The boys talk about how they are going to take it on the chin with the tariff situation and their various hobbies. Paul talks about Nintendo's "Switch 2" console announcement. Drew is playing a new game and is smitten. Recorded 04/05/25 Show Links: /episode/index/show/doingtheirbest/id/36035550

274 - I'm sure they are more than infinite 03/31/2025

274 - I'm sure they are more than infinite Drew is really enjoying his AI bird feeder, but Paul can't help but laugh at him. Paul reads some new comics on a premium-premium subscription service, and he likes them very much. Drew gives up on a keyboard. Drew receives his THUNDER BEAST. Recorded 03/29/25 Show Links: /episode/index/show/doingtheirbest/id/35934270

273 - I'm sure they're heavier than a bag of cheese 03/24/2025

273 - I'm sure they're heavier than a bag of cheese Drew just loves concrete so much, he shares a bunch of interesting facts with Paul. Paul has a complicated relationship with his new handheld gaming device. Drew has an exciting new training announcement. Recorded 03/20/25 Show Links: /episode/index/show/doingtheirbest/id/35836660

272 - I'm sure it's all in their wrists 03/17/2025

272 - I'm sure it's all in their wrists The boys are back after a week off, and Paul is excited to talk about his time at the outdoor hockey game, where he also got to experience hockey cosplay. Drew was in Las Vegas at a conference for work, and managed to have a good time by looking at watches in his spare time. Drew once again asks the government if he has been a good boy with another ill-advised purchase. Recorded 03/13/25 Show Links: /episode/index/show/doingtheirbest/id/35722155

271 - I'm sure they're full of concrete 03/03/2025

271 - I'm sure they're full of concrete Drew does some traveling and remembers how much he loves flying on airplanes. Paul is excited for the big game outdoor hockey match. Skype, the tool used by the boys to record, is going away, so they need to figure out a plan. Drew talks about his progress with his flight simming. Recorded 02/28/25 Show Links: /episode/index/show/doingtheirbest/id/35509850

270 - I'm sure they'll do fine with 12 inches 02/24/2025

270 - I'm sure they'll do fine with 12 inches Drew provides an update on his flight sim equipment situation, and also talks about getting his new phone. Paul makes a new investment in his home, and finishes watching "The Wire." Drew news a new headphone amp and DAC, maybe? Recorded 2/22/25 Show links: /episode/index/show/doingtheirbest/id/35405460

269 - I'm sure they'll spudge it up 02/16/2025

269 - I'm sure they'll spudge it up Drew gets a great deal on some flight sim gear, but has a new problem and doesn't want Paul to laugh at him. Paul gives an update on his ROG Ally X modding. Drew tries to use Apple Intelligence and "doesn't get it." Paul is excited about a possible "Buffy: The Vampire Slayer" reboot. Drew finally plays a game on Paul's PS5, and it's a remake of a classic that he has big feelings about. Recorded 02/13/25 Show Links: /episode/index/show/doingtheirbest/id/35303890

268 - I'm sure they'll take just one more turn 02/02/2025

268 - I'm sure they'll take just one more turn Drew shares an import "The Jon Kruger" update. Drew is back with an update on how he "fixed" his furnace usage, with a twist no one sees coming. Paul decides to modify his handheld video game console. "Civilization 7" is coming out soon, and Paul becomes a "video game YouTube guy" as his hype increases. Drew burns his face off (not furnace related). How to plan a trip to Europe? Recorded 01/30/25 Show Links /episode/index/show/doingtheirbest/id/35116370

267 - I'm sure they're fully cooked 01/27/2025

267 - I'm sure they're fully cooked Drew goes to the skin doctor and doesn't like his new lifestyle. Paul gets some groceries delivered. Drew enjoyed "Warhammer: Space Marine 2" and Paul equally enjoyed "Dragon Age: The Veilguard." Paul brings back an update on his handheld OS. Drew and Paul both buy some power banks, but Paul got a better one. Paul points out that new benchmarks are out for the upcoming nVidia 5090 cards, and wonders: is Drew more or less interested now? Recorded 01/23/25 Show links /episode/index/show/doingtheirbest/id/35026555

266 - I'm sure they'll look under the cushions 01/20/2025

266 - I'm sure they'll look under the cushions Drew finally gets his data from Google... or does he? Paul makes room on the Columbus Blue Jackets bandwagon for everyone. Drew talks about ammunition for a really long time. Recorded 1/16/25 Show Links /episode/index/show/doingtheirbest/id/34921945

265 - I'm sure they'll cry at the end 01/13/2025

265 - I'm sure they'll cry at the end Paul makes a life-changing discovery, but Drew initially isn't so sure. Paul watches a "new" show. Paul asks the question: is Drew going to buy a new nVidia 5090 card with it's imminent launch? Paul talks about his special project he's been working on. Recorded 01/09/25 Show links: /episode/index/show/doingtheirbest/id/34837125

264 - I'm sure they'll come through their eyes 01/06/2025

264 - I'm sure they'll come through their eyes The boys recap the Christmas season, and talk about some cool Lego sets they built. Paul 'gifted' Drew his old PS5 and Drew still can't understand the UI. For his Birthday, Paul taught Drew and his friends how to play "Food Chain Magnate" and they talk a little about the game. Drew watches a movie that Paul previously mentioned, and now he wants more of it. Paul is playing the not-Mass Effect "Dragon Age: The Vielguard" and Drew is playing some modern takes on the "Resident Evil" franchise. Paul makes a breakthrough with the Swift programming language. Recorded 1/3/24 Show links: /episode/index/show/doingtheirbest/id/34737520

263 - I'm sure they'll get their data 12/23/2024

263 - I'm sure they'll get their data Paul and Drew (maybe?) decide on a place to meet up for a Christmas dinner. Drew has an update on his quest to obtain his Nest data from Google, and a listener also provides some perspective. Drew buys some "licorice" and Paul provides some feedback. Drew tries his hand at emulating the PS3. Drew needs a new phone case and Paul hates his choices. Recorded 12/20/24 Show links: /episode/index/show/doingtheirbest/id/34578660

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