You’re either early or you’re late; leave time for a flat tire; have you tried melatonin?; a new search engine and some enthusiasm for blogs. Links:Searching for a Search Engine — I've long been on the lookout for a search engine that would let me filter out sites that I've found to be more noise than signal. After a little over a month of paid use, I'm feeling cautiously optimistic about Kagi.Kagi SearchStandBy is a great way to reduce distractions (and screen time)Tiny Awards, a celebration of the small, playful, and heartfelt web - Waxy.orgBlade Runner | Typeset In The FutureuBlock Origin - Free, open-source ad content blocker.uBlacklist for Safari on the App StoreTraditional Development - #6 in the Strong Towns Curbside Chat Video Series - YouTubeooh.directory: a place to find good blogs that interest you — A collection of 1957 blogs about every topicWaxy.org - Andy Baio lives herekottke.org - home of fine hypertext productsQuotes to get right. #runx — Authoritative-ish citations are added and updated as available.Ep. 502: "Dr. Guy" - Roderick on the Line - Merlin Mann — The Problem: John is a different kind of dog.(Recorded on Monday, June 19, 2023.)

You’re either early or you’re late; leave time for a flat tire; have you tried melatonin?; a new search engine and some enthusiasm for blogs. Links:<ul><li><a href="https://garrettdimon.com/journal/posts/searching-for-a-search-engine" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Searching for a Search Engine</a> — I've long been on the lookout for a search engine that would let me filter out sites that I've found to be more noise than signal. After a little over a month of paid use, I'm feeling cautiously optimistic about Kagi.</li><li><a href="https://kagi.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kagi Search</a></li><li><a href="https://9to5mac.com/2023/07/17/iphone-diary-standby/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">StandBy is a great way to reduce distractions (and screen time)</a></li><li><a href="https://waxy.org/2023/07/vote-on-the-tiny-awards/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Tiny Awards, a celebration of the small, playful, and heartfelt web - Waxy.org</a></li><li><a href="https://typesetinthefuture.com/2016/06/19/bladerunner/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Blade Runner | Typeset In The Future</a></li><li><a href="https://ublockorigin.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">uBlock Origin - Free, open-source ad content blocker.</a></li><li><a href="https://apps.apple.com/us/app/ublacklist-for-safari/id1547912640" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">uBlacklist for Safari on the App Store</a></li><li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AGxni1c-klM" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Traditional Development - #6 in the Strong Towns Curbside Chat Video Series - YouTube</a></li><li><a href="https://ooh.directory/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">ooh.directory: a place to find good blogs that interest you</a> — A collection of 1957 blogs about every topic</li><li><a href="https://waxy.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Waxy.org - Andy Baio lives here</a></li><li><a href="https://kottke.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">kottke.org - home of fine hypertext products</a></li><li><a href="https://gist.github.com/merlinmann/b64360ee2192b33b7a41eaa423cc4b86" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Quotes to get right. #runx</a> — Authoritative-ish citations are added and updated as available.</li><li><a href="http://www.merlinmann.com/roderick/ep-502-dr-guy.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ep. 502: "Dr. Guy" - Roderick on the Line - Merlin Mann</a> — The Problem: John is a different kind of dog. (Recorded on Monday, June 19, 2023.)</li></ul>

Episode 621: Hairy Legs and the Whole Nine

With Merlin on the mend, your hosts discuss actors named Hurt, comic books, and old Macs. Links:The Computer Chronicles - Macintosh System 7.0 (1991) - YouTubeiTextEditors - iPhone and iPad text/code editors and writing tools compared — This is a feature comparison of text editors on iOS. ex-men - YouTubeALTI Wireless Charging Desk Mat- JourneyUncanny X-Force - WikipediaEx-Men: Wolverine - YouTube

With Merlin on the mend, your hosts discuss actors named Hurt, comic books, and old Macs. Links:<ul><li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3OPqVHP00tc" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Computer Chronicles - Macintosh System 7.0 (1991) - YouTube</a></li><li><a href="https://brettterpstra.com/ios-text-editors/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">iTextEditors - iPhone and iPad text/code editors and writing tools compared</a> — This is a feature comparison of text editors on iOS. </li><li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=ex-men" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">ex-men - YouTube</a></li><li><a href="https://journeyofficial.com/products/alti-wireless-charging-desk-mat" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">ALTI Wireless Charging Desk Mat- Journey</a></li><li><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Uncanny_X-Force" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Uncanny X-Force - Wikipedia</a></li><li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mhko3m7D6UA" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ex-Men: Wolverine - YouTube</a></li></ul>

Episode 620: Happy to be a Chair

DISCUSSED: A self-hypnosis recommendation leads to another look at meditation (as well as not-meditation), plus Merlin has a few more beta finds that contribute to the Tiny Life Improvement Project.Links:Sleep Hypnosis for Calming An Overactive Mind - YouTubewisdom/wisdom.md at master · merlinmann/wisdom · GitHub Genesis - "Turn It On Again" - YouTube

DISCUSSED: A self-hypnosis recommendation leads to another look at meditation (as well as not-meditation), plus Merlin has a few more beta finds that contribute to the Tiny Life Improvement Project.Links:<ul><li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uuzJffTliSc" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sleep Hypnosis for Calming An Overactive Mind - YouTube</a></li><li><a href="https://github.com/merlinmann/wisdom/blob/master/wisdom.md" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">wisdom/wisdom.md at master · merlinmann/wisdom · GitHub</a> </li><li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8OIkw9kJ0u4" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Genesis - "Turn It On Again" - YouTube</a></li></ul>

Episode 619: A Beautiful Jam-Up

DISCUSSED: Dan sets up his little office, your hosts talk about the new Apple dingus, and Merlin highlights some strong OS updates. Links:Denny's Moons Over My Hammy Copycat Recipe by Todd Wilbur

DISCUSSED: Dan sets up his little office, your hosts talk about the new Apple dingus, and Merlin highlights some strong OS updates. Links:<ul><li><a href="https://topsecretrecipes.com/dennys-moons-over-my-hammy-copycat-recipe.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Denny's Moons Over My Hammy Copycat Recipe by Todd Wilbur</a></li></ul>

Episode 618: The Living Room Test

Dan needs your help with a flooring dilemma, and your hosts share some thoughts on WWDC announcements. Links:Overlooked! A detail in The Shining that you’ve never seen - YouTube“A Little Dazzled” - A Gentle Introduction to XTC - playlist by merlinmann | Spotify“Your Head Keeps Shaking.” - playlist by merlinmann | SpotifyNew Wave That Still Stands Up - playlist by merlinmann | SpotifyThe features that didn’t get discussed onstage at WWDC – Six ColorsForté for iPhoneApple Vision Pro: a Post-Mac, iPhone and iPad Future With New VisionOS and Apps - Bloomberg

Dan needs your help with a flooring dilemma, and your hosts share some thoughts on WWDC announcements. Links:<ul><li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qr6PgWFs0Pw" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Overlooked! A detail in The Shining that you’ve never seen - YouTube</a></li><li><a href="https://open.spotify.com/playlist/29UqM4ccdI4ahF4cXYe53b" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">“A Little Dazzled” - A Gentle Introduction to XTC - playlist by merlinmann | Spotify</a></li><li><a href="https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2u0NL4Jo9A2FTSfBTlU3fW" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">“Your Head Keeps Shaking.” - playlist by merlinmann | Spotify</a></li><li><a href="https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1vCYV10bIgsxYyt1j82HUa" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">New Wave That Still Stands Up - playlist by merlinmann | Spotify</a></li><li><a href="https://sixcolors.com/post/2023/06/the-feautres-that-didnt-get-discussed-onstage-at-wwdc/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The features that didn’t get discussed onstage at WWDC – Six Colors</a></li><li><a href="https://www.twelvesouth.com/products/forte-for-iphone" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Forté for iPhone</a></li><li><a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2023-06-06/apple-vision-pro-a-post-mac-iphone-and-ipad-future-with-new-visionos-and-apps" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Apple Vision Pro: a Post-Mac, iPhone and iPad Future With New VisionOS and Apps - Bloomberg</a></li></ul>

Episode 617: Trailer for the Future

Dan dives deep on his Sonos setup, and Merlin explores official state things. Links:Amazon.com: Pyle Home 4-Zone Channel Speaker Switch Selector-Premium New &amp; Improved Switch Box Hub, Distribution Box for Multi-Channel High Powered Stereo Amp A/B/C/D Switches, 4 Pairs Of Speakers, Black - PSS4 : ElectronicsArizona Facts | Office of the Arizona Governor — The bola tie was designated the official neckware of Arizona in 1973.Reviews and Ratings - RTINGS.comWiFi Speakers - Smart Speakers - IKEA

Dan dives deep on his Sonos setup, and Merlin explores official state things. Links:<ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000NJHAFQ/ref=ox_sc_saved_image_2?smid=&amp;psc=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Amazon.com: Pyle Home 4-Zone Channel Speaker Switch Selector-Premium New &amp; Improved Switch Box Hub, Distribution Box for Multi-Channel High Powered Stereo Amp A/B/C/D Switches, 4 Pairs Of Speakers, Black - PSS4 : Electronics</a></li><li><a href="https://azgovernor.gov/governor/arizona-facts#" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Arizona Facts | Office of the Arizona Governor</a> — The bola tie was designated the official neckware of Arizona in 1973.</li><li><a href="https://www.rtings.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Reviews and Ratings - RTINGS.com</a></li><li><a href="https://www.ikea.com/us/en/cat/wi-fi-speakers-46194/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">WiFi Speakers - Smart Speakers - IKEA</a></li></ul>

Episode 616: Archipelagos of Functionality

DISCUSSED: Merlin's family doesn't understand him; an extremely funny TV show is recommended; your hosts address some of the trade-offs that continue to hinder easy smart home adoption; Dan teases a big smart audio episode next week; and Merlin starts trying to tackle an unusual Thought Technology that's become very important to him: First, Make a Hole.  Links:Your Twitter Feed Sucks Now. These Free Add-Ons Can Help | WIREDBlueLiteBlocker/BlueLiteBlocker: A Chrome &amp; Firefox extension for filtering out tweets from Twitter Blue users based on if they follow you and their follower count.30 Best Mac Menu Bar Apps: Supercharge Your Mac! - TechPPHome - NetflixKasa Smart Plug Ultra Mini 15A, Smart Home Wi-Fi Outlet Works with Alexa, Google Home &amp; IFTTT, No Hub Required, UL Certified, 2.4G WiFi Only, 1-Pack(EP10), White - - Amazon.comThe endless uses for an always-on Mac – Six ColorsBBC Precision The Measure of All Things 1of3 Time and Distance PDTV - YouTubeMerlin's Wisdom Projecthumanity.horseunwilling.horse🧵 Merlin's big announcement — So honored to announce that Werner Herzog will be directing a documentary about what it’s like to be on a casual 1-hour family hike with me.Documentary Now! - "Soldier of Illusion"

DISCUSSED: Merlin's family doesn't understand him; an extremely funny TV show is recommended; your hosts address some of the trade-offs that continue to hinder easy smart home adoption; Dan teases a big smart audio episode next week; and Merlin starts trying to tackle an unusual Thought Technology that's become very important to him: First, Make a Hole. Links:<ul><li><a href="https://www.wired.com/story/twitter-feed-add-blue-block/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Your Twitter Feed Sucks Now. These Free Add-Ons Can Help | WIRED</a></li><li><a href="https://github.com/BlueLiteBlocker/BlueLiteBlocker" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">BlueLiteBlocker/BlueLiteBlocker: A Chrome &amp; Firefox extension for filtering out tweets from Twitter Blue users based on if they follow you and their follower count.</a></li><li><a href="https://techpp.com/2022/07/30/best-mac-menu-bar-apps/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">30 Best Mac Menu Bar Apps: Supercharge Your Mac! - TechPP</a></li><li><a href="https://www.netflix.com/title/81311783" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Home - Netflix</a></li><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B091699Z3W/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&amp;th=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kasa Smart Plug Ultra Mini 15A, Smart Home Wi-Fi Outlet Works with Alexa, Google Home &amp; IFTTT, No Hub Required, UL Certified, 2.4G WiFi Only, 1-Pack(EP10), White - - Amazon.com</a></li><li><a href="https://sixcolors.com/post/2023/04/the-endless-uses-for-an-always-on-mac/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The endless uses for an always-on Mac – Six Colors</a></li><li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g81opjVDAaA" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">BBC Precision The Measure of All Things 1of3 Time and Distance PDTV - YouTube</a></li><li><a href="http://wisdom.limo" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Merlin's Wisdom Project</a></li><li><a href="http://humanity.horse" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">humanity.horse</a></li><li><a href="http://unwilling.horse" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">unwilling.horse</a></li><li><a href="https://twitter.com/hotdogsladies/status/1657881671306481667" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">🧵 Merlin's big announcement</a> — So honored to announce that Werner Herzog will be directing a documentary about what it’s like to be on a casual 1-hour family hike with me. </li><li><a href="https://www.netflix.com/watch/81661070" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Documentary Now! - "Soldier of Illusion"</a></li></ul>

Episode 615: An Attractive Nuisance

Try to make sure fear is always preceded by curiosity.Links:(1) AI Generated Ad - Synthetic Summer. No real people featured - By Private Island - YouTubeAmazon.com: Netatmo Weather Station Indoor Outdoor with Wireless Outdoor Sensor - Compatible with Amazon Alexa &amp; Apple HomeKit : Patio, Lawn &amp; GardenSöhne Mono fonts · Klim Type Foundry

Try to make sure fear is always preceded by curiosity.Links:<ul><li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YlY-iNrqFDo&amp;ab_channel=Welcome.AI" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">(1) AI Generated Ad - Synthetic Summer. No real people featured - By Private Island - YouTube</a></li><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Netatmo-NWS01-Weather-Station/dp/B0095HVAKS/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=netatmo%2Bweather%2Bstation&amp;qid=1683055547&amp;sprefix=netatmo%2Caps%2C124&amp;sr=8-3&amp;ufe=app_do%3Aamzn1.fos.f5122f16-c3e8-4386-bf32-63e904010ad0&amp;th=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Amazon.com: Netatmo Weather Station Indoor Outdoor with Wireless Outdoor Sensor - Compatible with Amazon Alexa &amp; Apple HomeKit : Patio, Lawn &amp; Garden</a></li><li><a href="https://klim.co.nz/retail-fonts/soehne-mono/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Söhne Mono fonts · Klim Type Foundry</a></li></ul>

Episode 614: Sloppy Boy

Merlin has a lot of thoughts about AI stuff.Links:The Nice Guys (2016) - IMDb

Merlin has a lot of thoughts about AI stuff.Links:<ul><li><a href="https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3799694/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Nice Guys (2016) - IMDb</a></li></ul>

Episode 613: That's Hair and That's Robot

Dan's house continues to get smarter, and Merlin has some very good media picks.Links:boygenius - the film - YouTubeAncient Warfare Expert Rates 10 Battle Tactics In Movies And TV | How Real Is It? - YouTubeWatch DAVE Streaming Online | Hulu (Free Trial)Amazon.com: Google Nest Doorbell - (Wired, 2nd Gen) - Video Security Camera - Ash : Tools &amp; Home ImprovementBram Stoker's Original Dracula Penguin Classic Books - EtsyRicky Jay 52 assistants medium - YouTubeThe Day Today - Peter O'Hanra-Hanrahan - YouTubeAmazon.com : Ajinomoto Ajipanda bottle 70g : Grocery &amp; Gourmet Food

Dan's house continues to get smarter, and Merlin has some very good media picks.Links:<ul><li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XbOQMaJ1r-0" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">boygenius - the film - YouTube</a></li><li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xPGdOXstSyk" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ancient Warfare Expert Rates 10 Battle Tactics In Movies And TV | How Real Is It? - YouTube</a></li><li><a href="https://www.hulu.com/series/dave-ac3a96f0-9614-46af-b524-f59c7d281946" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Watch DAVE Streaming Online | Hulu (Free Trial)</a></li><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0BBSLKCWJ/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&amp;th=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Amazon.com: Google Nest Doorbell - (Wired, 2nd Gen) - Video Security Camera - Ash : Tools &amp; Home Improvement</a></li><li><a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/1037727779/bram-stokers-original-dracula-penguin" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Bram Stoker's Original Dracula Penguin Classic Books - Etsy</a></li><li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FtgUSUHnzLI" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ricky Jay 52 assistants medium - YouTube</a></li><li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Bq_dkPkQUU" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Day Today - Peter O'Hanra-Hanrahan - YouTube</a></li><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Ajinomoto-Ajipanda-bottle-70g/dp/B014Y85TYA?crid=2DI9RAGYVQ9YI&amp;keywords=msg+panda&amp;qid=1681243080&amp;sprefix=msg+panda%2Caps%2C155&amp;sr=8-2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Amazon.com : Ajinomoto Ajipanda bottle 70g : Grocery &amp; Gourmet Food</a></li></ul>

Episode 612: See All of Your Face

Back to Work is an award winning talk show with Merlin Mann and Dan Benjamin discussing productivity, communication, work, barriers, constraints, tools, and more.

Great podcast from Dan and Merlin.  Good check in on two online friends.

Great Podcast

What the ever loving hell with the 8000 year ridiculous outro music???

Great show but what the....

Back to Work

Merlin needs help in the NOC; Dan discovers sensitive sauce; there are thresholds; hurting your roller skating muscles; new printer; and, finally, Merlin conducts a long exploration of unnecessary efficiencies, evolved technologies, and the minimum viable productivity system. Links for this episode:Sensitive Marinara Sauce | Rao's HomemadeAmazon.com : Rao's Sauce Homemade Marinara Sensitive, 24 oz : Tomato And Marinara SaucesAmazon.com: Lenox Gold Titanium Coated Utility Knife Blades - 10 Pack - Last 3X Longer Than Standard Blades: Home ImprovementBrought to you by:  Squarespace (Start your free trial site today, at Squarespace.com and when you sign up make sure to use the offer code ITSYOURSHOW to get 10% off your first purchase). Native (For  20%  off your first purchase, visit nativedeodorant.com and use promo code BACKTOWORK during checkout). 

Merlin needs help in the NOC; Dan discovers sensitive sauce; there are thresholds; hurting your roller skating muscles; new printer; and, finally, Merlin conducts a long exploration of unnecessary efficiencies, evolved technologies, and the minimum viable productivity system. Links for this episode:<ul><li><a href="https://www.raos.com/product/sensitive-marinara-sauce/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sensitive Marinara Sauce | Rao's Homemade</a> </li><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Raos-Sauce-Homemade-Marinara-Sensitive/dp/B005HWWJNW/ref=sr_1_6?almBrandId=VUZHIFdob2xlIEZvb2Rz&amp;fpw=alm&amp;keywords=Sensitive+Marinara+Sauce&amp;qid=1578415015&amp;sr=8-6" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Amazon.com : Rao's Sauce Homemade Marinara Sensitive, 24 oz : Tomato And Marinara Sauces</a> </li><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07V1JLK74/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o08_s00?ie=UTF8&amp;psc=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Amazon.com: Lenox Gold Titanium Coated Utility Knife Blades - 10 Pack - Last 3X Longer Than Standard Blades: Home Improvement</a> </li></ul><h4>Brought to you by:</h4> <ul> <li><a href="http://squarespace.com/itsyourshow" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Squarespace</a> (Start your free trial site today, at <a href="http://Squarespace.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Squarespace.com</a> and when you sign up make sure to use the offer code ITSYOURSHOW to get 10% off your first purchase).</li> <li><a href="http://nativedeodorant.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Native</a> (For 20% off your first purchase, visit <a href="http://nativedeodorant.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">nativedeodorant.com</a> and use promo code BACKTOWORK during checkout).</li> </ul>

Episode 459: Alley Oop to Yourself in the Future

TOPIC: Block! Block! Body blow! Uppercut! This week, Dan and Merlin talk less about ad-blocking and more about what kind-of feels like (but might not actually be) a point of change for web advertising, podcasting, and media as a whole, which could affect, like, everything, man. Links for this episode:Internet History Podcast | From Netscape To The iPadPolitical Gabfest on the second Republican presidential debate and the possible government shutdown over the Planned Parenthood controversy.On this week’s Slate Political Gabfest Emily Bazelon, John Dickerson, and David Plotz discuss the second round of Republican debates and how each candidate performed, and the potential government shutdown over Planned Parenthood funding and what it means for the 2016 election. They also talk to writer, speaker, and broadcaster Merlin Mann about time, attention, and productivity. Circulating Ideas | the librarian interview podcastSteve chats with Merlin Mann about his history with libraries, the importance of the library as a community space, why libraries aren’t dead, and checking in with the Library Elf. Reconcilable Differences - Relay FMJohn Siracusa and Merlin Mann try to figure out exactly how they got this way. Quarterly rent report confirms: There are zero affordable neighborhoods for renters in S.F. - On The BlockThe overall median price for a 1-bedroom in SF hit $3,530 earlier this month This is what $350,000 buys you in San Francisco’s crazy housing market - On The BlockThe two-bedroom, one-bath “beauty” built in 1906 offers 765 square feet of living space and just went on the market for $350,000. That’s $458 per square foot, which might be considered a “bargain” since the average price per square foot in San Francisco is $957, according to real estate site Trulia. Amazon.com: Shure BETA 87A Supercardioid Condenser Microphone for Handheld Vocal Applications: Musical InstrumentsBETA 58A Vocal Microphone | Shure AmericasFlavor Enhancer - Food Flavor Enhancers - Accent FlavorHoward Hughes: His Life and Madness: Donald L. Barlett, James B. Steele: 9780393326024: Amazon.com: BooksAmazon.com: The Aviator: Martin Scorsese, John Logan, Warner Bros., wb: Amazon Digital Services , Inc.5by5 | Road WorkThe September Issue (2009) - IMDbGHOSTERY Home PageBrought to you by Harry's (Use the code COMICS to get $5 off the starter shave set), Squarespace (Use the code ITSYOURSHOW for a free trial and 10% off of your first purchase), Pond5 (For 25% off your next purchase of royalty-free media just visit Pond5.com and enter the 'BACKTOWORK' at checkout), and Freshbooks (Visit the link to try FreshBooks free for 30 days and enter 'Back to Work' in the “How Did You Hear About Us?” section during signing up).

TOPIC: Block! Block! Body blow! Uppercut! This week, Dan and Merlin talk less about ad-blocking and more about what kind-of feels like (but might not actually be) a point of change for web advertising, podcasting, and media as a whole, which could affect, like, everything, man. Links for this episode:<ul><li><a href="http://www.internethistorypodcast.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Internet History Podcast | From Netscape To The iPad</a> </li><li><a href="http://www.slate.com/articles/podcasts/gabfest/2015/09/political_gabfest_on_the_second_republican_presidential_debate_and_the_possible.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Political Gabfest on the second Republican presidential debate and the possible government shutdown over the Planned Parenthood controversy.</a> On this week’s Slate Political Gabfest Emily Bazelon, John Dickerson, and David Plotz discuss the second round of Republican debates and how each candidate performed, and the potential government shutdown over Planned Parenthood funding and what it means for the 2016 election. They also talk to writer, speaker, and broadcaster Merlin Mann about time, attention, and productivity. </li><li><a href="http://circulatingideas.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Circulating Ideas | the librarian interview podcast</a> Steve chats with Merlin Mann about his history with libraries, the importance of the library as a community space, why libraries aren’t dead, and checking in with the Library Elf. </li><li><a href="https://www.relay.fm/rd" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Reconcilable Differences - Relay FM</a> John Siracusa and Merlin Mann try to figure out exactly how they got this way. </li><li><a href="http://blog.sfgate.com/ontheblock/2015/09/22/quarterly-rent-report-confirms-there-are-zero-affordable-neighborhoods-for-renters-in-s-f/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Quarterly rent report confirms: There are zero affordable neighborhoods for renters in S.F. - On The Block</a> The overall median price for a 1-bedroom in SF hit $3,530 earlier this month </li><li><a href="http://blog.sfgate.com/ontheblock/2015/09/21/this-is-what-350000-buys-you-in-san-franciscos-crazy-housing-market/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">This is what $350,000 buys you in San Francisco’s crazy housing market - On The Block</a> The two-bedroom, one-bath “beauty” built in 1906 offers 765 square feet of living space and just went on the market for $350,000. That’s $458 per square foot, which might be considered a “bargain” since the average price per square foot in San Francisco is $957, according to real estate site Trulia. </li><li><a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0002BACBO/5by5-20" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Amazon.com: Shure BETA 87A Supercardioid Condenser Microphone for Handheld Vocal Applications: Musical Instruments</a> </li><li><a href="http://www.shure.com/americas/products/microphones/beta/beta-58a-vocal-microphone" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">BETA 58A Vocal Microphone | Shure Americas</a> </li><li><a href="http://www.accentflavor.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Flavor Enhancer - Food Flavor Enhancers - Accent Flavor</a> </li><li><a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0393326020/5by5-20" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Howard Hughes: His Life and Madness: Donald L. Barlett, James B. Steele: 9780393326024: Amazon.com: Books</a> </li><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/B001N09BDS?ie=UTF8&amp;keywords=the%20aviator%20film&amp;qid=1442940045&amp;ref_=sr_1_2&amp;sr=8-2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Amazon.com: The Aviator: Martin Scorsese, John Logan, Warner Bros., wb: Amazon Digital Services , Inc.</a> </li><li><a href="http://5by5.tv/roadwork" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">5by5 | Road Work</a> </li><li><a href="http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1331025/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The September Issue (2009) - IMDb</a> </li><li><a href="https://www.ghostery.com/en/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">GHOSTERY Home Page</a> </li></ul>Brought to you by <a href="http://harrys.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Harry's</a> (Use the code COMICS to get $5 off the starter shave set), <a href="http://squarespace.com/backtowork" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Squarespace</a> (Use the code ITSYOURSHOW for a free trial and 10% off of your first purchase), <a href="http://pond5.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Pond5</a> (For 25% off your next purchase of royalty-free media just visit <a href="http://Pond5.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Pond5.com</a> and enter the 'BACKTOWORK' at checkout), and <a href="http://www.freshbooks.com/pages/backtowork?ref=10795&amp;utm_source=back-to-work&amp;utm_medium=podcast&amp;ref=10795&amp;utm_source=back-to-work&amp;utm_medium=podcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Freshbooks</a> (Visit the link to try FreshBooks free for 30 days and enter 'Back to Work' in the “How Did You Hear About Us?” section during signing up).

Episode 239: Starving African Child

TOPIC: Standing up to Attention Bullies. This week, Dan and Merlin talk about the world's impossible expectations regarding each of our own time, attention, and access. What happens when we tacitly allow the universe to ask us anything any time for any reason? How do we develop the sympathy to understand how vastly our schedules and priorities differ at a given moment? Well. One possible solution is to learn to find the courage to not be terminally ""busy"" all the time. That's all on us. Links for this episode:[SPONSOR] Harry's - Quality Men’s Shaving Products. Fair Prices. Simple.Warren Ellis » How To See The FutureBut I’ll suggest to you something. The theories of atemporality and manufactured normalcy and zero history can be short-circuited by just one thing.Looking around. Morgan Stanley's Parker On Email Access - Business InsiderIn a new note to clients, Parker writes that he got an email from someone saying they had "limited access" to their email. He proceeds to explain how that's a lame excuse in this day and age. 30 Pilots And Flight Attendants Confess Their Best Kept Secrets | Viral QuakeThese questions were asked on Reddit, and the answers are insane. Are these true??? My mind has officially been blown. I travel a lot, so some of this is pretty scary if you ask me. Here is the text leaked from Reddit: Cyrano de Bergerac (1950) - "Nose Speech" &amp; "Fencing Ballade" - YouTube5by5 | Back to Work #153: Anxiety's a GoatTOPIC: The thoughts we think. And think. And think.This week, Dan and Merlin talk about anxiety, compulsive thoughts, and how to at least crack an air hole in a big problem. ShowbotLive, listener-submitted title suggestions for this week's episode. Roderick on the Line, Ep. 34: "A Shit Barge Full of Long Pigs"That Mitchell and Webb Look - Send us your reckons - YouTubeWonder Woman (2009) (V)A modern man's trespass of the island of the Amazons enables an imprisoned war god to escape and Princess Diana wins the responsibility to recapture him. Getting Things Done®, GTD® and David Allen &amp; CO | HomeThis week’s episode of Back to Work is kindly sponsored by Harry’s Quality Men’s Shaving Products. ($5 off your purchase with discount code, “QUIT”) 

TOPIC: Standing up to Attention Bullies. This week, Dan and Merlin talk about the world's impossible expectations regarding each of our own time, attention, and access. What happens when we tacitly allow the universe to ask us anything any time for any reason? How do we develop the sympathy to understand how vastly our schedules and priorities differ at a given moment? Well. One possible solution is to learn to find the courage to not be terminally ""busy"" all the time. That's all on us. Links for this episode:<ul><li><a href="https://www.harrys.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">[SPONSOR] Harry's - Quality Men’s Shaving Products. Fair Prices. Simple.</a> </li><li><a href="http://www.warrenellis.com/?p=14314" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Warren Ellis » How To See The Future</a> But I’ll suggest to you something. The theories of atemporality and manufactured normalcy and zero history can be short-circuited by just one thing.Looking around. </li><li><a href="http://www.businessinsider.com/morgan-stanleys-parker-on-email-access-2014-4" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Morgan Stanley's Parker On Email Access - Business Insider</a> In a new note to clients, Parker writes that he got an email from someone saying they had "limited access" to their email. He proceeds to explain how that's a lame excuse in this day and age. </li><li><a href="http://viralquake.com/2014/03/24/30-pilots-and-flight-attendants-confess-the-best-kept-secrets-you-dont-know-about-flying/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">30 Pilots And Flight Attendants Confess Their Best Kept Secrets | Viral Quake</a> These questions were asked on Reddit, and the answers are insane. Are these true??? My mind has officially been blown. I travel a lot, so some of this is pretty scary if you ask me. Here is the text leaked from Reddit: </li><li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QEacXeAbHpQ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Cyrano de Bergerac (1950) - "Nose Speech" &amp; "Fencing Ballade" - YouTube</a> </li><li><a href="http://5by5.tv/b2w/153" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">5by5 | Back to Work #153: Anxiety's a Goat</a> TOPIC: The thoughts we think. And think. And think.This week, Dan and Merlin talk about anxiety, compulsive thoughts, and how to at least crack an air hole in a big problem. </li><li><a href="http://showbot.5by5.tv/shows/90" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Showbot</a> Live, listener-submitted title suggestions for this week's episode. </li><li><a href="http://www.merlinmann.com/roderick/ep-34-a-shit-barge-full-of-long-pigs.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Roderick on the Line, Ep. 34: "A Shit Barge Full of Long Pigs"</a> </li><li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OQnd5ilKx2Y" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">That Mitchell and Webb Look - Send us your reckons - YouTube</a> </li><li><a href="http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1186373/combined" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Wonder Woman (2009) (V)</a> A modern man's trespass of the island of the Amazons enables an imprisoned war god to escape and Princess Diana wins the responsibility to recapture him. </li><li><a href="http://davidco.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Getting Things Done®, GTD® and David Allen &amp; CO | Home</a> </li></ul>This week’s episode of <a href="http://5by5.tv/b2w" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Back to Work</a> is kindly sponsored by <a href="http://www.harrys.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Harry’s</a> Quality Men’s Shaving Products. ($5 off your purchase with discount code, “<code>QUIT</code>”)

Episode 168: It's Okay for Cats to Wander Around on Planes

TOPIC: Knowing what you'll need to know. This week, Dan and Merlin answer a listener question about how the "slow your roll" thought technology can apply to learning new skills. Links for this episode:Political Gabfest SFTickets | Slate Magazine's Political Gabfest | City Box OfficePolitical GabfestJohn Dickerson - How to Process a Hotel RoomJohn Dickerson, Journalist &amp; Handsomeman | Flickr - Photo Sharing!Are People Really More Busy? The Rise of Shadow Work | The Art of ManlinessUnited States Guide: The American school system, Grades, school hours and terms: Most children start schoolChildren usually start in kindergarten or grade one at the age of five or six and go up one grade each year until reaching grade 12 at the age of 17. Occasionally a student must repeat a grade because of prolonged absence or low marks, although this is rare. The 12 years following the kindergarten year are usually organised under what is known as the ‘6-3-3 plan’ where grades 1 to 6 are in elementary (primary) school, grades 7 to 9 in junior high or middle school and grades 10 to 12 in a (senior) high school. Texas State Highway Loop 1 - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaVIDEO: "Advanced Tricycling" talk by Merlin Mann (2014)Magneto - Marvel Comics DatabaseThe case of the 500-mile emailDunning–Kruger effect - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaThe Checklist Manifesto: How to Get Things Right: Atul Gawande: 9780312430009: Amazon.com: BooksA Life-Saving Checklist - The New YorkerIf something so simple can transform intensive care, what else can it do? Life hack. Boom. | kung fu grippeLife hack. Boom. Ep. 170: "The Wilder Universe" - Roderick on the Line - Merlin MannThe Problem: They billed John $300. Learning the bash Shell: Unix Shell Programming (In a Nutshell (O'Reilly)): Cameron Newham: 9780596009656: Amazon.com: Books100-year flood - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaKobayashi Maru - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaBrought to you by Casper (Visit Casper.com/backtowork and use the code BACKTOWORK to get $50 towards your brand new mattress), Wealthfront (Visit wealthfront.com/5by5 to get your first $15,000 managed for free), lynda (Learn something new today by visiting lynda.com/backtowork to get a free 10 day trial to their 3,000+ courses), and Freshbooks (Visit the link to try FreshBooks free for 30 days and enter 'Back to Work' in the “How Did You Hear About Us?” section during signing up).

TOPIC: Knowing what you'll need to know. This week, Dan and Merlin answer a listener question about how the "<a href="http://5by5.tv/b2w/237" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">slow your roll</a>" thought technology can apply to learning new skills. Links for this episode:<ul><li><a href="http://www.slate.com/live/political-gabfest-sf.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Political Gabfest SF</a> </li><li><a href="https://www.cityboxoffice.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=2068" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Tickets | Slate Magazine's Political Gabfest | City Box Office</a> </li><li><a href="http://www.slate.com/articles/podcasts/gabfest.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Political Gabfest</a> </li><li><a href="http://jdickerson.tumblr.com/post/86721307157/how-to-process-a-hotel-room" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">John Dickerson - How to Process a Hotel Room</a> </li><li><a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/merlin/4156769436/in/photolist-7kjwJy-thqd8S-6o8u1v-thqcRu-bbW4Ng-c4tLJq-uy4wxW-uy4wvm-vdC4zZ-vvqRYV-6ocuJS-uy4wz9-cn4neQ-7eWmDz-7eUHqo-bbW7yD-diD8M2-diD8GR-diD6gq-diD8At-8NvWht-cn4jno-8KeWZn-cn77Dy-vsLsEJ-bbW5Dt-b8v57K-8Nw1t" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">John Dickerson, Journalist &amp; Handsomeman | Flickr - Photo Sharing!</a> </li><li><a href="http://www.artofmanliness.com/2015/08/31/shadow-work-and-the-rise-of-middle-class-serfdom/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Are People Really More Busy? The Rise of Shadow Work | The Art of Manliness</a> </li><li><a href="https://www.justlanded.com/english/United-States/USA-Guide/Education/The-American-school-system" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">United States Guide: The American school system, Grades, school hours and terms: Most children start school</a> Children usually start in kindergarten or grade one at the age of five or six and go up one grade each year until reaching grade 12 at the age of 17. Occasionally a student must repeat a grade because of prolonged absence or low marks, although this is rare. The 12 years following the kindergarten year are usually organised under what is known as the ‘6-3-3 plan’ where grades 1 to 6 are in elementary (primary) school, grades 7 to 9 in junior high or middle school and grades 10 to 12 in a (senior) high school. </li><li><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Texas_State_Highway_Loop_1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Texas State Highway Loop 1 - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia</a> </li><li><a href="http://www.kungfugrippe.com/post/98400003439/via-advanced-tricycling-merlin-mann-constant" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">VIDEO: "Advanced Tricycling" talk by Merlin Mann (2014)</a> </li><li><a href="http://marvel.wikia.com/wiki/Magneto" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Magneto - Marvel Comics Database</a> </li><li><a href="http://www.ibiblio.org/harris/500milemail.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The case of the 500-mile email</a> </li><li><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dunning%E2%80%93Kruger_effect" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dunning–Kruger effect - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia</a> </li><li><a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0312430000/5by5-20" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Checklist Manifesto: How to Get Things Right: Atul Gawande: 9780312430009: Amazon.com: Books</a> </li><li><a href="http://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2007/12/10/the-checklist" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">A Life-Saving Checklist - The New Yorker</a> If something so simple can transform intensive care, what else can it do? </li><li><a href="http://www.kungfugrippe.com/post/92591165504/life-hack-boom" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Life hack. Boom. | kung fu grippe</a> Life hack. Boom. </li><li><a href="http://www.merlinmann.com/roderick/ep-170-the-wilder-universe.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ep. 170: "The Wilder Universe" - Roderick on the Line - Merlin Mann</a> The Problem: They billed John $300. </li><li><a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0596009658/5by5-20" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Learning the bash Shell: Unix Shell Programming (In a Nutshell (O'Reilly)): Cameron Newham: 9780596009656: Amazon.com: Books</a> </li><li><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/100-year_flood" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">100-year flood - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia</a> </li><li><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kobayashi_Maru" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kobayashi Maru - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia</a> </li></ul>Brought to you by <a href="http://casper.com/backtowork" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Casper</a> (Visit <a href="http://Casper.com/backtowork" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Casper.com/backtowork</a> and use the code BACKTOWORK to get $50 towards your brand new mattress), <a href="http://wealthfront.com/5by5" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Wealthfront</a> (Visit <a href="http://wealthfront.com/5by5" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">wealthfront.com/5by5</a> to get your first $15,000 managed for free), <a href="http://lynda.com/backtowork" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">lynda</a> (Learn something new today by visiting <a href="http://lynda.com/backtowork" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">lynda.com/backtowork</a> to get a free 10 day trial to their 3,000+ courses), and <a href="http://www.freshbooks.com/pages/backtowork?ref=10795&amp;utm_source=back-to-work&amp;utm_medium=podcast&amp;ref=10795&amp;utm_source=back-to-work&amp;utm_medium=podcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Freshbooks</a> (Visit the link to try FreshBooks free for 30 days and enter 'Back to Work' in the “How Did You Hear About Us?” section during signing up).

Episode 238: A 100-Year Problem

TOPIC: Time, Sleep, and Aspirations This week, Dan and Merlin talk about impossible trade-offs and the benefits of remembering this is actually your life. Links for this episode:More Reflection, Less Action - NYTimes.comCAPS To Launch Original Art Auction to Benefit Stan Sakai and Family - Comic Book ResourcesContributors include: Adam Hughes, Alex Maleev, Arthur Adams, Batton Lash, Eric Powell, Jan Duursema, Jerry Ordway, Jordi Bernet, Matt Groening, Michael Allred, Mike Mignola, Paul Gulacy, Sanjuliàn, Scott Shaw!, Jim Steranko, Tim Sale, William Stout, Bill Sienkiewicz, Cameron Stewart, Dan Brereton, Daniel Parsons, Dave Gibbons, Dean Yeagle, Doug Sneyd, Dustin Nguyen, Bill Morrison, Tone Rodriguez, Sergio Aragonés, Fabio Moon, Francisco Francavilla, Gene Ha, Geof Darrow, Gilbert Hernandez, Jack Davis, James O'Barr, Kevin Eastman, Jeff Lemire, Jeff Smith, Kazu Kibuishi, Liam Sharp, Tom Richmond, Michael Jantze, Olivia, Oscar Martin, Paul Chadwick, Richard Corben, Tom Mandrake, Walter Simonson, Charles Vess, Dan Spiegle, J. Scott Campbell and many more.  Astonishing X-Men - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaAstonishing X-Men is the name of three X-Men comic book series from Marvel Comics, the first two of which were limited series. The ongoing series began in 2004, with its first run written by Joss Whedon and art by John Cassaday. It was then written by Warren Ellis with art by Phil Jimenez.[1] Daniel Way and Christos Gage then took over the title writing alternating stories. They were followed by James Asmus who wrote one issue, then Greg Pak, who took over for four issues in November 2011.[2] Marjorie Liu wrote the final 21 issues of the series until its end at issue  Buy the goLITE BLU energy light HF3332/60 energy lightAmazon.com: Philips goLITE BLU Light Therapy Device: Health &amp; Personal CareConfirmation bias - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaConfirmation bias (also called confirmatory bias or myside bias) is the tendency of people to favor information that confirms their beliefs or hypotheses.[Note 1][1] People display this bias when they gather or remember information selectively, or when they interpret it in a biased way. The effect is stronger for emotionally charged issues and for deeply entrenched beliefs. People also tend to interpret ambiguous evidence as supporting their existing position. Biased search, interpretation and memory have been invoked to explain attitude polarization (when a disagreement becomes more extreme even though the different parties are exposed to the same evidence), belief perseverance (when beliefs persist after the evidence for them is shown to be false), the irrational primacy effect (a greater reliance on information encountered early in a series) and illusory correlation (when people falsely perceive an association between two events or situations). Thinking, Fast and Slow: Daniel Kahneman: 9780374533557: Amazon.com: BooksThinking, Fast and Slow - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaThinking, Fast and Slow is a 2011 book by Nobel Memorial Prize winner in Economics Daniel Kahneman which summarizes research that he conducted over decades, often in collaboration with Amos Tversky.[1][2] It covers all three phases of his career: his early days working on cognitive bias, his work on prospect theory, and his later work on happiness. Category:Cognitive biases - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediapopcord™: unforgettable keyring charger - iPhone &amp; micro usb by Powergoat — KickstarterSkottie Young Blasts Off with "Rocket Raccoon" Ongoing - Comic Book ResourcesThoughts About Thinking | To the best of our KNOWLEDGEIt’s funny when a six-year-old girl says it. I... | kung fu grippeShowbotThe National - Fake Empire - YouTubeShowbotMTV Mobile News: Exclusive: Rocket Raccoon Spins Off 'Guardians Of The Galaxy' Into Solo Comic SeriesThis week's episode of Back to Work is kindly sponsored by:  FreshBooks (60-day free trial. Tell 'em you heard about it on "Back to Work") HostGator (Use code "BACKTOWORK" for 30% off) Shutterstock (25% off everything with discount code "BACKTOWORK314") Warby Parker (Free 3-day shipping for Back to Work listeners) 

TOPIC: Time, Sleep, and Aspirations This week, Dan and Merlin talk about impossible trade-offs and the benefits of remembering this is actually your life. Links for this episode:<ul><li><a href="http://dealbook.nytimes.com/2014/02/14/more-reflection-less-action/?_php=true&amp;_type=blogs&amp;_r=0" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">More Reflection, Less Action - NYTimes.com</a> </li><li><a href="http://www.comicbookresources.com/?page=article&amp;id=51089" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">CAPS To Launch Original Art Auction to Benefit Stan Sakai and Family - Comic Book Resources</a> Contributors include: Adam Hughes, Alex Maleev, Arthur Adams, Batton Lash, Eric Powell, Jan Duursema, Jerry Ordway, Jordi Bernet, Matt Groening, Michael Allred, Mike Mignola, Paul Gulacy, Sanjuliàn, Scott Shaw!, Jim Steranko, Tim Sale, William Stout, Bill Sienkiewicz, Cameron Stewart, Dan Brereton, Daniel Parsons, Dave Gibbons, Dean Yeagle, Doug Sneyd, Dustin Nguyen, Bill Morrison, Tone Rodriguez, Sergio Aragonés, Fabio Moon, Francisco Francavilla, Gene Ha, Geof Darrow, Gilbert Hernandez, Jack Davis, James O'Barr, Kevin Eastman, Jeff Lemire, Jeff Smith, Kazu Kibuishi, Liam Sharp, Tom Richmond, Michael Jantze, Olivia, Oscar Martin, Paul Chadwick, Richard Corben, Tom Mandrake, Walter Simonson, Charles Vess, Dan Spiegle, J. Scott Campbell and many more. </li><li><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Astonishing_X-Men" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Astonishing X-Men - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia</a> Astonishing X-Men is the name of three X-Men comic book series from Marvel Comics, the first two of which were limited series. The ongoing series began in 2004, with its first run written by Joss Whedon and art by John Cassaday. It was then written by Warren Ellis with art by Phil Jimenez.[1] Daniel Way and Christos Gage then took over the title writing alternating stories. They were followed by James Asmus who wrote one issue, then Greg Pak, who took over for four issues in November 2011.[2] Marjorie Liu wrote the final 21 issues of the series until its end at issue </li><li><a href="http://www.usa.philips.com/c-p/HF3332_60/golite-blu-plus-rechargeable" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Buy the goLITE BLU energy light HF3332/60 energy light</a> </li><li><a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B001I45XL8/5by5-20" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Amazon.com: Philips goLITE BLU Light Therapy Device: Health &amp; Personal Care</a> </li><li><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Confirmation_bias" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Confirmation bias - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia</a> Confirmation bias (also called confirmatory bias or myside bias) is the tendency of people to favor information that confirms their beliefs or hypotheses.[Note 1][1] People display this bias when they gather or remember information selectively, or when they interpret it in a biased way. 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Tell 'em you heard about it on "<code>Back to Work</code>")</li> <li><a href="http://hostgator.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HostGator</a> (Use code "<code>BACKTOWORK</code>" for 30% off)</li> <li><a href="http://www.shutterstock.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Shutterstock</a> (25% off everything with discount code "<code>BACKTOWORK314</code>")</li> <li><a href="http://www.warbyparker.com/dan" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Warby Parker</a> (Free 3-day shipping for Back to Work listeners)</li> </ul>

Episode 161: Zeitgeist Helmut

TOPIC: Special Guest, Matt Alexander This week, Merlin is joined by Bionic co-host, Matt Alexander. They discuss ““technology ecosystems,”” life as a self-described trans-atlantic, tech scenes that thrive and don't, dating someone from Florida (and her Mum), and getting back into Marvel comics. Links for this episode:[SPONSOR] Build a Website — SquarespaceSquarespace is the easiest way for anyone to create an exceptional website.   [SPONSOR] MailRoute: Email Protection - Spam and Virus Filtering ServicesMailRoute is a secure, hosted email filtering service that you can have up and running in minutes. There's no hardware or software to install - just sign up, change your mx record, and you're protected! Matt Alexander (mattalexand) on TwitterMatt Alexander@mattalexand   Person on the Internet.    Founder of Need (http://needlifestyle.com ). Coming soon.  Dallas/London · one37.net 5by5 | BionicBionic is a show dedicated to the analysis of competing technological and media ecosystems. With a specific view toward the mobile landscape, your two co-hosts bring years of Apple experience to a new world of context and insight.Hosted by Matt Alexander and Myke Hurley. 5by5 | Matt AlexanderMatt Alexander is the founder of OneThirtySeven. Born and raised in London, Matt now lives and works in Dallas, where he's working on his forthcoming startup, Need. OneThirtySeven - AuthorBorn and raised in London, England, Matt Alexander has spent the last seven years living in Dallas, Texas. All-New X-Men, Vol. 1: Yesterday's X-Men: Brian Michael Bendis, Stuart Immonen: 9780785168201: Amazon.com: BooksTwo Cats Comic Book Store - Two Cats Comic Book StoreCollectorz.com Connect: merlinmann: My Comics5by5 | Bionic #51: United Queendom"Matt and Myke do not know what they have done here. There was some discussion about Moto X and some other small topics—but it's mixed in between absolute insanity. Enjoy!"  (The episode where Merlin kinda fell in love with Matt)  NeedNeed Is a One-Of-A-Kind Men's Publication, Retailer, and Subscription Service Launching Later This Year. American Experience | Summer of Love | The Film and More | Film Description | PBSAmerican Experience presents Summer of Love, a striking picture of San Francisco's Haight Ashbury district during the summer of 1967 -- from the utopian beginnings, when peace and love prevailed, to the chaos, unsanitary conditions, and widespread drug use that ultimately signaled the end. This week's episode of [Back to Work][b2w link] is kindly sponsored by:  MailRoute (15-day free trial -- AND get 10% off for the lifetime of your account with promo code BACKTOWORK) Squarespace (use discount code GOBLIN for 10% off) 

TOPIC: Special Guest, Matt Alexander This week, Merlin is joined by <a href="http://5by5.tv/bionic" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Bionic</a> co-host, <a href="https://twitter.com/mattalexand" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Matt Alexander</a>. They discuss ““technology ecosystems,”” life as a self-described trans-atlantic, tech scenes that thrive and don't, dating someone from Florida (and her Mum), and getting back into Marvel comics. Links for this episode:<ul><li><a href="http://www.squarespace.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">[SPONSOR] Build a Website — Squarespace</a> Squarespace is the easiest way for anyone to create an exceptional website. </li><li><a href="http://mailroute.net/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">[SPONSOR] MailRoute: Email Protection - Spam and Virus Filtering Services</a> MailRoute is a secure, hosted email filtering service that you can have up and running in minutes. There's no hardware or software to install - just sign up, change your mx record, and you're protected! </li><li><a href="https://twitter.com/mattalexand" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Matt Alexander (mattalexand) on Twitter</a> Matt Alexander@mattalexand Person on the Internet. Founder of Need (<a href="http://needlifestyle.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://needlifestyle.com</a> ). Coming soon. Dallas/London · <a href="http://one37.net" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">one37.net</a> </li><li><a href="http://tearawaytrousers.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">5by5 | Bionic</a> Bionic is a show dedicated to the analysis of competing technological and media ecosystems. With a specific view toward the mobile landscape, your two co-hosts bring years of Apple experience to a new world of context and insight.Hosted by Matt Alexander and Myke Hurley. </li><li><a href="http://5by5.tv/people/matt-alexander" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">5by5 | Matt Alexander</a> Matt Alexander is the founder of OneThirtySeven. Born and raised in London, Matt now lives and works in Dallas, where he's working on his forthcoming startup, Need. </li><li><a href="http://one37.net/author/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">OneThirtySeven - Author</a> Born and raised in London, England, Matt Alexander has spent the last seven years living in Dallas, Texas. </li><li><a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0785168206/5by5-20" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">All-New X-Men, Vol. 1: Yesterday's X-Men: Brian Michael Bendis, Stuart Immonen: 9780785168201: Amazon.com: Books</a> </li><li><a href="https://www.twocatscomicbookstore.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Two Cats Comic Book Store - Two Cats Comic Book Store</a> </li><li><a href="http://connect.collectorz.com/users/merlinmann/comics/view" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Collectorz.com Connect: merlinmann: My Comics</a> </li><li><a href="http://5by5.tv/bionic/51" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">5by5 | Bionic #51: United Queendom</a> "Matt and Myke do not know what they have done here. There was some discussion about Moto X and some other small topics—but it's mixed in between absolute insanity. Enjoy!" (The episode where Merlin kinda fell in love with Matt) </li><li><a href="http://needlifestyle.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Need</a> Need Is a One-Of-A-Kind Men's Publication, Retailer, and Subscription Service Launching Later This Year. </li><li><a href="http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/amex/love/filmmore/fd.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">American Experience | Summer of Love | The Film and More | Film Description | PBS</a> American Experience presents Summer of Love, a striking picture of San Francisco's Haight Ashbury district during the summer of 1967 -- from the utopian beginnings, when peace and love prevailed, to the chaos, unsanitary conditions, and widespread drug use that ultimately signaled the end. </li></ul>This week's episode of [Back to Work][b2w link] is kindly sponsored by: <ul> <li><a href="http://mailroute.net/b2w" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">MailRoute</a> (15-day free trial -- AND get 10% off for the lifetime of your account with promo code <code>BACKTOWORK</code>)</li> <li><a href="http://squarespace.com/b2w" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Squarespace</a> (use discount code <code>GOBLIN</code> for 10% off)</li> </ul>

Episode 140: Silicon Circus

TOPIC: Media, Rarely Well Done This week, Dan and Merlin talk about the modern consumer media landscape and how we seem to be changing almost as fast as the technology. Almost. Links for this episode:Ungainly X-Mann Meetup #5 — Merlin MannMERLIN MANN (Back to Work, Roderick on the Line, You Look Nice Today, et al.) invites you to drop by Two Cats Comics on the evening of Thursday, September 25th to hang out, talk about comics, and just say, “Hi.”  Introducing Exclusive iOS 8 Updates For All Readdle Apps | ReaddleWithout further ado lets dive into the hottest news our team has prepared for you. Ep. 125: "All the Great Shows!" - Roderick on the Line - Merlin MannThe Problem: John wasn’t actually a big fan. BIRDMAN - Official International Trailer - YouTubeAlejandro G. Iñárritu, Michael Keaton, Zach Galifianakis | Birdman | Fox SearchlightAmazon.com: Shure SM7B Vocal Dynamic Microphone, Cardioid: Musical InstrumentsAmazon.com: Presonus AudioBox 22VSL 24-Bit/96 kHz 2x2 USB 2.0 Audio Interface: Musical InstrumentsAmazon.com: Marvel Famous Firsts: 75th Anniversary Masterworks Slipcase Set (9780785191285): Stan Lee, Jack Kirby, Steve Ditko, Don Heck, Joe Sinnott, Joe Orlando, Bill Everett, Marie Severin: BooksJackal PodcastsNatureBoxDescription: Enjoy the comforting sweetness of cookie dough without the guilt. The only problem is deciding whether you should share these hand-made Nom Noms! Amazon.com: Marvel Famous Firsts: 75th Anniversary Masterworks Slipcase Set (9780785191285): Stan Lee, Jack Kirby, Steve Ditko, Don Heck, Joe Sinnott, Joe Orlando, Bill Everett, Marie Severin: BooksiPhone 6 Plus slightly bent after 2 days - MacRumors ForumsPlex Media Server: Your Media on all of Your Devices - Plex.tvSmile Blog: TextExpander Snippet Expansion Comes to Every App in iOS 8iOS 8’s New Key LoggerMeet “Ultimate Productivity Bundle” by Readdle | ReaddleFlexibits | Fantastical 2 for iPhone | The fast and friendly calendar app.Edge of Spider-Verse #2 - Comics by comiXologyGwen Stacy as Spider-Woman! In one universe, it wasn't Peter Parker bitten by the radioactive spider, but Gwen Stacy! She's smart, charming and can lift a car, just don't tell her Police Chief father! How is she involved in Spider-Verse? Jackal PodcastsThis episode hosted by Mike Beasterfeld. Guest for this episode was TwistByrn. Upcoming price increase for NEW Plex Pass subscriptions - Plex Blog : Plex BlogInterview: John Darnielle, Author Of 'Wolf In White Van' | Mountain Goats Singer Writes About Pain : NPRA5 ChordNasturtium (genus) - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaThe Flop HouseTwo Cats Comic Book Store - Two Cats Comic Book StoreShowbotNerd.is Tumblr Edition — Fully funded! Thanks to everyone who supported the...Sponsored by PDFpen Scan+ (Start scanning documents right from your iPhone and iPad with PDFpen Scan+), SOLARO (Start studying for all your 3rd-12th grade courses online and get 50% the entire life of your SOLARO subscription when you use the code GOAHEADCALLER at checkout), Citrix ShareFile (Click the link then click on the microphone at the top of the homepage and enter the code BTW for a special 30-day FREE trial), and Squarespace (use code ITSYOURSHOW for a free trial and 10% off).

TOPIC: Media, Rarely Well Done This week, Dan and Merlin talk about the modern consumer media landscape and how we seem to be changing almost as fast as the technology. Almost. Links for this episode:<ul><li><a href="http://merlinm.com/meetup" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ungainly X-Mann Meetup #5 — Merlin Mann</a> MERLIN MANN (Back to Work, Roderick on the Line, You Look Nice Today, et al.) invites you to drop by Two Cats Comics on the evening of Thursday, September 25th to hang out, talk about comics, and just say, “Hi.” </li><li><a href="https://readdle.com/blog/2014/09/introducing-exclusive-ios-8-updates-for-all-readdle-apps/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Introducing Exclusive iOS 8 Updates For All Readdle Apps | Readdle</a> Without further ado lets dive into the hottest news our team has prepared for you. </li><li><a href="http://www.merlinmann.com/roderick/ep-125-all-the-great-shows.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ep. 125: "All the Great Shows!" - Roderick on the Line - Merlin Mann</a> The Problem: John wasn’t actually a big fan. </li><li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uJfLoE6hanc" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">BIRDMAN - Official International Trailer - YouTube</a> </li><li><a href="http://www.foxsearchlight.com/birdman/?gclid=CJDAwffb98ACFQwV7Aod63cACQ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Alejandro G. 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The only problem is deciding whether you should share these hand-made Nom Noms! </li><li><a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0785191283/5by5-20" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Amazon.com: Marvel Famous Firsts: 75th Anniversary Masterworks Slipcase Set (9780785191285): Stan Lee, Jack Kirby, Steve Ditko, Don Heck, Joe Sinnott, Joe Orlando, Bill Everett, Marie Severin: Books</a> </li><li><a href="http://forums.macrumors.com/showthread.php?t=1785905" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">iPhone 6 Plus slightly bent after 2 days - MacRumors Forums</a> </li><li><a href="https://plex.tv/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Plex Media Server: Your Media on all of Your Devices - Plex.tv</a> </li><li><a href="http://smilesoftware.com/blog/entry/textexpander-snippet-expansion-comes-to-every-app-in-ios-8" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Smile Blog: TextExpander Snippet Expansion Comes to Every App in iOS 8</a> </li><li><a href="http://www.macdrifter.com/2014/09/ios-8s-new-key-logger.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">iOS 8’s New Key Logger</a> </li><li><a href="https://readdle.com/blog/2014/09/meet-ultimate-productivity-bundle-by-readdle/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Meet “Ultimate Productivity Bundle” by Readdle | Readdle</a> </li><li><a href="https://flexibits.com/fantastical-iphone" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Flexibits | Fantastical 2 for iPhone | The fast and friendly calendar app.</a> </li><li><a href="https://www.comixology.com/Edge-of-Spider-Verse-2-of-5/digital-comic/140681" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Edge of Spider-Verse #2 - Comics by comiXology</a> Gwen Stacy as Spider-Woman! In one universe, it wasn't Peter Parker bitten by the radioactive spider, but Gwen Stacy! She's smart, charming and can lift a car, just don't tell her Police Chief father! How is she involved in Spider-Verse? </li><li><a href="http://www.jackals.us/better-know-a-jackal/13" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Jackal Podcasts</a> This episode hosted by Mike Beasterfeld. 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Episode 188: The Smell of Snake Anxiety

TOPIC: Stop that train! This week, Dan and Merlin talk about some ideas for noticing and then battling the surfeits of negative thought that sometimes threaten to overrun us. Also: talk of a cool new computer mouse, evolution in the comic book industry, and what constitutes "real camping." Links for this episode:Amazon.com: Logitech MX Master Wireless Mouse (910-004337): Computers &amp; AccessoriesUrban Dictionary: slow your rollTerm used to inform a homie that he's getting outta control and he might want to shut the hell up before he gets beat the hell up."Yo dawg, you better slow your roll fool." What does slow (one's) roll mean? slow (one's) roll Definition. Meaning of slow (one's) roll. OnlineSlangDictionary.comLogitech MX Master Review! - YouTubeTech YouTuber Mouse v2 has arrived! Amazon.com: SteelSeries QcK Gaming Mouse Pad (Black): ElectronicsQ:  Will this mouse pad work with my mac?  A:  No. This mousepad is incompatible with Macs. The gripping material on the underside of the mat is 58c9x Wally spec from Indonesia. While this spec fits nicely into 64 bit Windows architecture, it will mix up the mainframe if you try to put this into an Apple Macintosh chipset. Podcasting Microphones Mega-Review – Marco.orgIt’s hard to find useful microphone recommendations for podcasters: most people have only tried one or two, except pro audio engineers, who have very different needs and record in very different environments. And almost no reviews include audio samples to compare.So I set out to change that. Some commonly recommended mics were disappointing, some were right on, and I’ve found some real gems that were previously unknown in my podcasting circles. Gamma World - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaAirstream USA, Airstream Travel Trailer, Silver Bullet | AirstreamSocial • XOXO Festivalcatastrophize - WiktionaryTo regard a bad situation as if it were disastrous or catastrophic Brought to you by JustWorks (Get 15% off your first year when you visit justworks.com/backtowork to sign up and use the code BACKTOWORK), Wealthfront (Visit wealthfront.com/5by5 to get your first $15,000 managed for free, Backblaze (Don’t lose your work, back it up! Get a two week free trial by going to Backblaze.com/BackToWork), and Squarespace (Use the code ITSYOURSHOW for a free trial and 10% off of your first purchase).

TOPIC: Stop that train! This week, Dan and Merlin talk about some ideas for noticing and then battling the surfeits of negative thought that sometimes threaten to overrun us. Also: talk of a cool new computer mouse, evolution in the comic book industry, and what constitutes "real camping." Links for this episode:<ul><li><a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B00TZR3WRM/5by5-20" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Amazon.com: Logitech MX Master Wireless Mouse (910-004337): Computers &amp; Accessories</a> </li><li><a href="http://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=slow+your+roll" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Urban Dictionary: slow your roll</a> Term used to inform a homie that he's getting outta control and he might want to shut the hell up before he gets beat the hell up."Yo dawg, you better slow your roll fool." </li><li><a href="http://onlineslangdictionary.com/meaning-definition-of/slow-(one's)-roll" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">What does slow (one's) roll mean? slow (one's) roll Definition. Meaning of slow (one's) roll. OnlineSlangDictionary.com</a> </li><li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JDJDeuJbiKc" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Logitech MX Master Review! - YouTube</a> Tech YouTuber Mouse v2 has arrived! </li><li><a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B000UEZ36W/5by5-20" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Amazon.com: SteelSeries QcK Gaming Mouse Pad (Black): Electronics</a> Q: Will this mouse pad work with my mac? A: No. This mousepad is incompatible with Macs. The gripping material on the underside of the mat is 58c9x Wally spec from Indonesia. While this spec fits nicely into 64 bit Windows architecture, it will mix up the mainframe if you try to put this into an Apple Macintosh chipset. </li><li><a href="http://www.marco.org/podcasting-microphones" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Podcasting Microphones Mega-Review – Marco.org</a> It’s hard to find useful microphone recommendations for podcasters: most people have only tried one or two, except pro audio engineers, who have very different needs and record in very different environments. And almost no reviews include audio samples to <a href="http://compare.So" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">compare.So</a> I set out to change that. Some commonly recommended mics were disappointing, some were right on, and I’ve found some real gems that were previously unknown in my podcasting circles. </li><li><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gamma_World" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Gamma World - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia</a> </li><li><a href="http://www.airstream.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Airstream USA, Airstream Travel Trailer, Silver Bullet | Airstream</a> </li><li><a href="https://2015.xoxofest.com/social" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Social • XOXO Festival</a> </li><li><a href="https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/catastrophize" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">catastrophize - Wiktionary</a> To regard a bad situation as if it were disastrous or catastrophic </li></ul>Brought to you by <a href="http://justworks.com/backtowork" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">JustWorks</a> (Get 15% off your first year when you visit <a href="http://justworks.com/backtowork" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">justworks.com/backtowork</a> to sign up and use the code BACKTOWORK), <a href="http://wealthfront.com/5by5" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Wealthfront</a> (Visit <a href="http://wealthfront.com/5by5" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">wealthfront.com/5by5</a> to get your first $15,000 managed for free, <a href="http://Backblaze.com/BackToWork" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Backblaze</a> (Don’t lose your work, back it up! Get a two week free trial by going to <a href="http://Backblaze.com/BackToWork" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Backblaze.com/BackToWork</a>), and <a href="http://squarespace.com/backtowork" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Squarespace</a> (Use the code ITSYOURSHOW for a free trial and 10% off of your first purchase).

Episode 237: Slow Your Roll

David Foster Wallace

TOPIC: The Durable Impossibility of Email. This week, Dan and Merlin return to an evergreen topic: the impossibility of email. Chaotic, paradoxical, debilitating, frustrating, buoyant, and occasionally capable of causing short-term madness, email is still the medium that we'll never get right. But, quixotically, it never stops us from trying. Links for this episode:Engineers4Engineers 2014 Developer Conference[VIDEO] Two-Wheelin’ Per this week’s Back to Work. ... | kung fu grippeIn which Merlin's kid scoots like a big kid. Rotten Tomatoes: Movies | TV Shows | Movie Trailers | ReviewsJackal PodcastsA weekly interview show with fans of podcasting DaisyDisk - Analyze disk usage and free up disk space on MacIron Maiden - Flight Of Icarus - YouTubeKeyboard shortcuts for Gmail - Gmail HelpLearn them. Love them. MailboxWe redesigned the inbox to make email light, fast, and mobile-friendly. Quickly swipe messages to your archive or trash and scan entire conversations in a chat-like view. It's a whole new inbox. Dispatch: TextExpander-enabled Email App for iPhoneDispatch makes it easy to act on mails even when you're on the move.  Based on Merlin Mann's idea of managing your inbox, it helps you tame your inbox by letting you delete, defer, delegate, generate actions and even respond to your mails with ease. ParisLemon — Yes, Another Email RantI know all of this sounds crazy. But given my hatred of email, I often find myself thinking about the psychology behind it. And thinking about if there’s something here to give me the upper hand. Fresh Start: The Email DMZ | 43 FoldersLike a lot of the best fresh starts, this one's a total psych-out Guardians of the Galaxy - Rotten TomatoesInfinite Jest - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaThe lengthy and complex work takes place in a semi-satiric future version of North America, centering on a junior tennis academy and a nearby substance-abuse recovery center. A Supposedly Fun Thing I'll Never Do Again - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaIn the title essay, originally published in Harper's as "Shipping Out", Wallace describes the excesses of his one-week trip in the Caribbean aboard the cruise ship MV Zenith, which he rechristens the Nadir. Le Show - Harry ShearerSodium laureth sulfate - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaSodium laureth sulfate, or sodium lauryl ether sulfate (SLES), is an anionic detergent and surfactant found in many personal care products (soaps, shampoos, toothpaste etc.). SLES is an inexpensive and very effective foaming agent Amazon.com: Guardians of the Galaxy Volume 1: Cosmic Avengers (Marvel Now) (9780785166078): Brian Michael Bendis, Steve McNiven, Sara Pichelli: BooksGuardians of the galaxy 1 : cosmic avengers . (Book, 2014) [WorldCat.org]Dropbox - How do I save space on my computer?Selective Sync is a feature of the Dropbox desktop application that allows you to select only the folders you want to be synced to your computer. Selective Sync gives you the control to ensure you have only the files you need on any computer. It's especially handy if you want to save space on netbooks and other computers with small hard drives. Satisficing - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaContrast | Launch Center ProAutopen - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaThis episode was sponsored by our friends at lynda.com (Start learning something new by visiting lynda.com/backtowork and get a free 7-day trial where you can access all of their 2,400+ courses), and Varonis DatAnywhere (Try turning your own network shares into a private cloud free for 30 days with an unlimited amount of users and if you visit varonis.com/backtowork you get 5 users free forever).

TOPIC: The Durable Impossibility of Email. This week, Dan and Merlin return to an evergreen topic: the impossibility of email. Chaotic, paradoxical, debilitating, frustrating, buoyant, and occasionally capable of causing short-term madness, email is still the medium that we'll never get right. But, quixotically, it never stops us from trying. Links for this episode:<ul><li><a href="http://www.engineers4engineers.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Engineers4Engineers 2014 Developer Conference</a> </li><li><a href="http://www.kungfugrippe.com/post/96304718464/two-wheelin-per-this-weeks-back-to-work" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">[VIDEO] Two-Wheelin’ Per this week’s Back to Work. ... | kung fu grippe</a> In which Merlin's kid scoots like a big kid. </li><li><a href="http://www.rottentomatoes.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Rotten Tomatoes: Movies | TV Shows | Movie Trailers | Reviews</a> </li><li><a href="http://www.jackals.us/better-know-a-jackal" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Jackal Podcasts</a> A weekly interview show with fans of podcasting </li><li><a href="http://www.daisydiskapp.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">DaisyDisk - Analyze disk usage and free up disk space on Mac</a> </li><li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J3I88wsFKao" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Iron Maiden - Flight Of Icarus - YouTube</a> </li><li><a href="https://support.google.com/mail/answer/6594?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Keyboard shortcuts for Gmail - Gmail Help</a> Learn them. Love them. </li><li><a href="http://www.mailboxapp.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mailbox</a> We redesigned the inbox to make email light, fast, and mobile-friendly. Quickly swipe messages to your archive or trash and scan entire conversations in a chat-like view. It's a whole new inbox. </li><li><a href="http://www.dispatchapp.net/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dispatch: TextExpander-enabled Email App for iPhone</a> Dispatch makes it easy to act on mails even when you're on the move. Based on Merlin Mann's idea of managing your inbox, it helps you tame your inbox by letting you delete, defer, delegate, generate actions and even respond to your mails with ease. </li><li><a href="http://parislemon.com/post/73047961333/yes-another-email-rant" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">ParisLemon — Yes, Another Email Rant</a> I know all of this sounds crazy. But given my hatred of email, I often find myself thinking about the psychology behind it. And thinking about if there’s something here to give me the upper hand. </li><li><a href="http://www.43folders.com/2006/01/04/email-dmz" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Fresh Start: The Email DMZ | 43 Folders</a> Like a lot of the best fresh starts, this one's a total psych-out </li><li><a href="https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/guardians_of_the_galaxy/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Guardians of the Galaxy - Rotten Tomatoes</a> </li><li><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Infinite_Jest" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Infinite Jest - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia</a> The lengthy and complex work takes place in a semi-satiric future version of North America, centering on a junior tennis academy and a nearby substance-abuse recovery center. </li><li><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A_Supposedly_Fun_Thing_I%27ll_Never_Do_Again" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">A Supposedly Fun Thing I'll Never Do Again - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia</a> In the title essay, originally published in Harper's as "Shipping Out", Wallace describes the excesses of his one-week trip in the Caribbean aboard the cruise ship MV Zenith, which he rechristens the Nadir. </li><li><a href="http://harryshearer.com/le-show/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Le Show - Harry Shearer</a> </li><li><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sodium_laureth_sulfate" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sodium laureth sulfate - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia</a> Sodium laureth sulfate, or sodium lauryl ether sulfate (SLES), is an anionic detergent and surfactant found in many personal care products (soaps, shampoos, toothpaste etc.). SLES is an inexpensive and very effective foaming agent </li><li><a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0785166076/5by5-20" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Amazon.com: Guardians of the Galaxy Volume 1: Cosmic Avengers (Marvel Now) (9780785166078): Brian Michael Bendis, Steve McNiven, Sara Pichelli: Books</a> </li><li><a href="https://www.worldcat.org/title/guardians-of-the-galaxy-1-cosmic-avengers/oclc/858126745&amp;referer=brief_results" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Guardians of the galaxy 1 : cosmic avengers . (Book, 2014) [WorldCat.org]</a> </li><li><a href="https://www.dropbox.com/help/175" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dropbox - How do I save space on my computer?</a> Selective Sync is a feature of the Dropbox desktop application that allows you to select only the folders you want to be synced to your computer. Selective Sync gives you the control to ensure you have only the files you need on any computer. It's especially handy if you want to save space on netbooks and other computers with small hard drives. </li><li><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Satisficing" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Satisficing - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia</a> </li><li><a href="http://contrast.co/launch-center-pro/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Contrast | Launch Center Pro</a> </li><li><a href="https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Autopen" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Autopen - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia</a> </li></ul>This episode was sponsored by our friends at <a href="http://lynda.com/backtowork" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">lynda.com</a> (Start learning something new by visiting <a href="http://lynda.com/backtowork" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">lynda.com/backtowork</a> and get a free 7-day trial where you can access all of their 2,400+ courses), and <a href="http://varonis.com/backtowork" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Varonis DatAnywhere</a> (Try turning your own network shares into a private cloud free for 30 days with an unlimited amount of users and if you visit <a href="http://varonis.com/backtowork" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">varonis.com/backtowork</a> you get 5 users free forever).

Episode 185: David Foster Wallace Morning

Johnny Carson

While Merlin takes a short sabbatical, Dan is joined by special guest David Sparks to talk about presentations, making your thing, balancing acts, iBooks author, paying for your kids' school with side projects, old man glasses, and more. Links for this episode:5by5 | Mac Power UsersLearn about getting the most from your Apple technology with focused topics and workflow guests. Creating Mac Power Users, one geek at a time since 2009.Hosted by David Sparks and Katie Floyd. MacSparkyTHE WAKE #1 | VertigoPresentations — MacSparkyMind map - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaA mind map is a diagram used to visually organise information. A mind map is often created around a single concept, drawn as an image in the center of a blank landscape page, to which associated representations of ideas such as images, words and parts of words are added. Major ideas are connected directly to the central concept, and other ideas branch out from those.Mind maps can be drawn by hand, either as "rough notes" during a lecture, meeting or planning session, for example, or as higher quality pictures when more time is available. Dragon Dictate for Mac - Dragon Dictate speech recognition for the Mac - Nuance | NuanceDavid Sparks (MacSparky) on TwitterSponsored by lynda (Learn something new by visiting lynda.com/backtowork and get a 7-day free trial where you can access to over all of their 2,400 courses), Warby Parker (visit warbyparker.com/dan to get FREE 3-day shipping on your order of boutique-quality, classically crafted eyewear at a great price), and Smile (Start editing your PDFs the easy way with PDFpen from the great people over at Smile Software).

While Merlin takes a short sabbatical, Dan is joined by special guest David Sparks to talk about presentations, making your thing, balancing acts, iBooks author, paying for your kids' school with side projects, old man glasses, and more. Links for this episode:<ul><li><a href="http://5by5.tv/mpu" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">5by5 | Mac Power Users</a> Learn about getting the most from your Apple technology with focused topics and workflow guests. Creating Mac Power Users, one geek at a time since 2009.Hosted by David Sparks and Katie Floyd. </li><li><a href="http://macsparky.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">MacSparky</a> </li><li><a href="http://www.vertigocomics.com/comics/the-wake-2013/the-wake-1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">THE WAKE #1 | Vertigo</a> </li><li><a href="http://macsparky.com/presentations/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Presentations — MacSparky</a> </li><li><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mind_map" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mind map - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia</a> A mind map is a diagram used to visually organise information. A mind map is often created around a single concept, drawn as an image in the center of a blank landscape page, to which associated representations of ideas such as images, words and parts of words are added. Major ideas are connected directly to the central concept, and other ideas branch out from those.Mind maps can be drawn by hand, either as "rough notes" during a lecture, meeting or planning session, for example, or as higher quality pictures when more time is available. </li><li><a href="http://www.nuance.com/for-individuals/by-product/dragon-for-mac/dragon-dictate/index.htm" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dragon Dictate for Mac - Dragon Dictate speech recognition for the Mac - Nuance | Nuance</a> </li><li><a href="https://twitter.com/macsparky" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">David Sparks (MacSparky) on Twitter</a> </li></ul>Sponsored by <a href="http://lynda.com/backtowork" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">lynda</a> (Learn something new by visiting <a href="http://lynda.com/backtowork" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">lynda.com/backtowork</a> and get a 7-day free trial where you can access to over all of their 2,400 courses), <a href="http://warbyparker.com/dan" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Warby Parker</a> (visit <a href="http://warbyparker.com/dan" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">warbyparker.com/dan</a> to get FREE 3-day shipping on your order of boutique-quality, classically crafted eyewear at a great price), and <a href="http://smilesoftware.com/b2w?crcat=b2w&amp;crsource=pdfpen&amp;crcampaign=jul14" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Smile</a> (Start editing your PDFs the easy way with PDFpen from the great people over at Smile Software).

Episode 181: A Broom Pusher for Johnny Carson

TOPIC: It's like wallets and backpacks. This week, Dan and Merlin talk about H.R. Giger, Dan's latest Android experiment, more on app privacy, and why we need both wallets, backpacks, and suitcases. You know. Analogies. Links for this episode:[SPONSOR] Build a Website — Squarespace[SPONSOR] Online Eyeglasses &amp; Sunglasses - $95 Rx Glasses | Warby Parker5by5 | The Incomparable #194: A Real Imaginary FriendGrab your black cat and portable radio, climb on your mom's broomstick, and join us for a discussion of Hayao Miyazaki's classic animated film "Kiki's Delivery Service." This film features a climactic scene featuring an out-of-control dirigible, so you know we love it.With panelists Merlin Mann, John Siracusa, and Steve Lutz. Bonus Track | Mann Canon (Episode 194b)Many digressions from our “Kiki’s Delivery Service” episode, including all the stuff John Siracusa told us to remove because it’s just him making references to Merlin’s podcasts so obscure even Merlin doesn’t remember them.May 10, 2014 • 17 minutes • Jason Snell with Merlin Mann, Steve Lutz and John Siracusa Judge Expresses Concerns Over Casey Kasem's Safety - ABC NewsA judge on Monday ordered an investigation into the whereabouts of Casey Kasem after an attorney for the ailing radio personality's wife said the former "Top 40" host had been removed from Los Angeles without his children's knowledge. H.R. Giger Has Passed AwaySwiss artist H.R. Giger, made famous for his work designing the iconic creatures in the Aliens series, has passed away at the age of 74. Crimson Tide (1995) - IMDbThe Hunt for Red October (1990) - IMDbCool Tools – What’s in My Bag? Mark FrauenfelderEVERYDAY CARRY I need more knives. And a giant... | kung fu grippe5by5 | SuperchargedShowbotListener-submitted titles for Episode 171. Judas Priest - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia (Subliminal message trial)Milius (2013)The true story of the greatest filmmaker you never knew The Hunt for Red October (1990)Miguel Sandoval - IMDbThe Paul Lynde Halloween Special (1976) - YouTubeThe Paul Lynde Halloween Special - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaThe Paul Lynde Halloween Special is a Halloween-themed television special starring Paul Lynde broadcast October 29, 1976 on ABC. It featured guest stars Margaret Hamilton in her first reprisal of her role as the Wicked Witch of the West from The Wizard of Oz. Also guest starring are Billie Hayes as Witchiepoo from H.R. Pufnstuf, Tim Conway, Roz Kelly, Florence Henderson, rock band KISS, Billy Barty as Gallows the Butler, Betty White and, in an unbilled surprise appearance, Donny and Marie Osmond. MailboxWe redesigned the inbox to make email light, fast, and mobile-friendly. Quickly swipe messages to your archive or trash and scan entire conversations in a chat-like view. It's a whole new inbox.  Dispatch: TextExpander-enabled Email App for iPhoneDispatch makes it easy to act on mails even when you're on the move.  Based on Merlin Mann's idea of managing your inbox, it helps you tame your inbox by letting you delete, defer, delegate, generate actions and even respond to your mails with ease.  danah boyd | apophenia » Best Of ApopheniaThis week's episode of Back to Work is kindly sponsored by:  Squarespace (10% off with offer code, "TURNSOUT") Warby Parker (HOME TRY-ON: 5 days; 5 pairs; 100% free) 

TOPIC: It's like wallets and backpacks. This week, Dan and Merlin talk about H.R. Giger, Dan's latest Android experiment, more on app privacy, and why we need both wallets, backpacks, and suitcases. You know. Analogies. Links for this episode:<ul><li><a href="http://squarespace.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">[SPONSOR] Build a Website — Squarespace</a> </li><li><a href="http://www.warbyparker.com/dan" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">[SPONSOR] Online Eyeglasses &amp; Sunglasses - $95 Rx Glasses | Warby Parker</a> </li><li><a href="http://5by5.tv/incomparable/194" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">5by5 | The Incomparable #194: A Real Imaginary Friend</a> Grab your black cat and portable radio, climb on your mom's broomstick, and join us for a discussion of Hayao Miyazaki's classic animated film "Kiki's Delivery Service." This film features a climactic scene featuring an out-of-control dirigible, so you know we love it.With panelists Merlin Mann, John Siracusa, and Steve Lutz. </li><li><a href="http://www.theincomparable.com/bonustrack/194b/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Bonus Track | Mann Canon (Episode 194b)</a> Many digressions from our “Kiki’s Delivery Service” episode, including all the stuff John Siracusa told us to remove because it’s just him making references to Merlin’s podcasts so obscure even Merlin doesn’t remember them.May 10, 2014 • 17 minutes • Jason Snell with Merlin Mann, Steve Lutz and John Siracusa </li><li><a href="http://abcnews.go.com/Entertainment/wireStory/judge-expresses-concerns-casey-kasems-safety-23685112" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Judge Expresses Concerns Over Casey Kasem's Safety - ABC News</a> A judge on Monday ordered an investigation into the whereabouts of Casey Kasem after an attorney for the ailing radio personality's wife said the former "Top 40" host had been removed from Los Angeles without his children's knowledge. </li><li><a href="http://kotaku.com/h-r-giger-has-passed-away-1575550732" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">H.R. Giger Has Passed Away</a> Swiss artist H.R. Giger, made famous for his work designing the iconic creatures in the Aliens series, has passed away at the age of 74. </li><li><a href="http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0112740/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Crimson Tide (1995) - IMDb</a> </li><li><a href="http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0099810/?ref_=nv_sr_1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Hunt for Red October (1990) - IMDb</a> </li><li><a href="http://kk.org/cooltools/archives/14659" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Cool Tools – What’s in My Bag? Mark Frauenfelder</a> </li><li><a href="http://www.kungfugrippe.com/post/4228511860/everyday-carry" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">EVERYDAY CARRY I need more knives. And a giant... | kung fu grippe</a> </li><li><a href="http://5by5.tv/supercharged" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">5by5 | Supercharged</a> </li><li><a href="http://showbot.5by5.tv/shows/108" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Showbot</a> Listener-submitted titles for Episode 171. </li><li><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Judas_priest#Subliminal_message_trial" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Judas Priest - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia (Subliminal message trial)</a> </li><li><a href="http://www.imdb.com/title/tt2370224/combined" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Milius (2013)</a> The true story of the greatest filmmaker you never knew </li><li><a href="http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0099810/combined" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Hunt for Red October (1990)</a> </li><li><a href="http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0762153/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Miguel Sandoval - IMDb</a> </li><li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4psTeRpQ-1o" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Paul Lynde Halloween Special (1976) - YouTube</a> </li><li><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Paul_Lynde_Halloween_Special" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Paul Lynde Halloween Special - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia</a> The Paul Lynde Halloween Special is a Halloween-themed television special starring Paul Lynde broadcast October 29, 1976 on ABC. It featured guest stars Margaret Hamilton in her first reprisal of her role as the Wicked Witch of the West from The Wizard of Oz. Also guest starring are Billie Hayes as Witchiepoo from H.R. Pufnstuf, Tim Conway, Roz Kelly, Florence Henderson, rock band KISS, Billy Barty as Gallows the Butler, Betty White and, in an unbilled surprise appearance, Donny and Marie Osmond. </li><li><a href="http://www.mailboxapp.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mailbox</a> We redesigned the inbox to make email light, fast, and mobile-friendly. Quickly swipe messages to your archive or trash and scan entire conversations in a chat-like view. It's a whole new inbox. </li><li><a href="http://www.dispatchapp.net/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dispatch: TextExpander-enabled Email App for iPhone</a> Dispatch makes it easy to act on mails even when you're on the move. Based on Merlin Mann's idea of managing your inbox, it helps you tame your inbox by letting you delete, defer, delegate, generate actions and even respond to your mails with ease. </li><li><a href="http://www.zephoria.org/thoughts/bestof.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">danah boyd | apophenia » Best Of Apophenia</a> </li></ul>This week's episode of <a href="http://5by5.tv/b2w" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Back to Work</a> is kindly sponsored by: <ul> <li><a href="http://squarespace.com/backtowork" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Squarespace</a> (10% off with offer code, "<code>TURNSOUT</code>")</li> <li><a href="http://warbyparker.com/dan" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Warby Parker</a> (HOME TRY-ON: 5 days; 5 pairs; 100% free)</li> </ul>

Episode 171: Put a Sweatshirt In My Wallet

TOPIC: Isolation and Identity This week, Dan and Merlin talk about civility, identity, Florida, and how you can't unsee Idiocracy. Links for this episode:The Living Wiccan, Curse Removal &amp; ReversalWhy Songs Get Stuck in Your Head - Elizabeth Hellmuth Margulis - The AtlanticWhat Are You Doing Right Now? - Merlin Mann"Is this really what you want to be doing right now?" "Right Now, What Are You Doing?" | 43 Folders5by5 | Amplified #86: Nobody's Getting My PantiesThis week, Merlin Mann sits in to chat with Jim about the Nest acquisition, the problem with Google's opaque creepiness, Jim's upcoming trip to NAMM, plus some special interactive tips from Jim on working the pentatonic blues solo.Homework: Practice on GnR's "Knocking on Heaven's Door."Special guest Merlin Mann. Idiocracy (2006)The Future Is A No Brainer Idiocracy (Release) - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaIn The New York Times, Dan Mitchell argued that Fox might be shying away from the cautionary tale about low-intelligence dysgenics, because the company did not want to offend either its viewers or potential advertisers portrayed negatively in the film noting that in the film, Starbucks delivers handjobs, and the motto of Carl's Jr. has degenerated from "Don't Bother Me. I'm Eating." to "F*ck You! I'm Eating!"  "Deceptive Practice" (2012)With wit and charm -- and lots of rare footage -- legendary illusionist Ricky Jay reveals his influences and offers insight into a secretive world.  "Ricky Jay and His 52 Assistants" (1996)"Penn and Teller at Caesar's Palace" - YouTubePenn and Teller demonstrate the seven basic principles of magic. Stanford prison experiment - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaErikson's stages of psychosocial development - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaErikson's stages of psychosocial development, as articulated by Erik Erikson, explain eight stages through which a healthily developing human should pass from infancy to late adulthood. In each stage, the person confronts, and hopefully masters, new challenges. Each stage builds upon the successful completion of earlier stages. The challenges of stages not successfully completed may be expected to reappear as problems in the future. College Level Examination Program - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaThe College Level Examination Program (CLEP) is a group of standardized tests that assess college-level knowledge in several subject areas that are administered at more than 1,700 colleges and universities across the United States created by the College Board.[1] There are 2,900 colleges which grant CLEP credit.[2] Each institution awards credit to students who meet the college's minimum qualifying score for that exam, which is typically 50, but it does vary by school and exam.[3] The tests are useful for students who have obtained knowledge outside the classroom, such as through independent study, job experience, or cultural interaction.[4] CLEP also offers students (including international and homeschool students) the opportunity to demonstrate their proficiency in subject areas and bypass undergraduate coursework. Blackfish (2013)Never capture what you can't control. Stories We Tell (2012)A film that excavates layers of myth and memory to find the elusive truth at the core of a family of storytellers The Crash Reel (2013)The mind has mountains Here Comes Everybody: The Power of Organizing Without Organizations: Clay Shirky: 9780143114949: Amazon.com: BooksAccessibility | SFMTASan Francisco Muni’s accessible services and features. Ep. 01: "Keep Moving and Get Out of the Way" - Roderick on the Line - Merlin MannPunctuality, Freud, reasons, John’s brutal introversion, R.E.M.’s sense of humours, listening with toolboxes, the explicit honesty of volcano science, and ultimately rethinking humanity’s Latifahesque, fleece-and-beards struggle with the two a priori laws. Keep Moving and Get Out of the Way on VimeoIt's really very simple:    * if you're in the way, keep moving   * if you stop moving, get out of the way.  This is Ape Law, and we must teach it to our young. THE Lance Arthur (thelancearthur) on TwitterElfers, Florida - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia(n.b.: since Merlin's teen years, the median age has plummeted to a youthful _45_) The Criterion Collection - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaThe Criterion Collection (or simply Criterion) is a video-distribution company that sells "important classic and contemporary films" to film aficionados. The Criterion series is noted for helping to standardize the letterbox format for widescreen films, bonus features, and special editions for home video. Months After 'Blackfish' Release, Controversy Over SeaWorld Grows : NPRLast month, SeaWorld finally responded. The park published an "open letter" in several newspapers that didn't mention Blackfish but defended its record of caring for killer whales. And this week, the company released an interim financial report, saying it had record attendance in the fourth quarter and that it expects to report its highest-ever annual revenue in March. Temple Grandin by Errol Morris (part 1 of 3) - YouTubeThis documentary about Temple Grandin was filmed by Errol Morris. It aired in his First Person series on Bravo US and Channel Four UK in 2000. Temple Grandin (2010) (TV)Autism gave her a vision. She gave it a voice. Bob's Burgers Exclusive Clip: Tina Admires Jimmy Jr.'s Magic Touch - Today's News: Our Take | TVGuide.comThis week's episode of Back to Work is kindly sponsored by:  FreshBooks (They're giving away birthday cakes! Tell 'em you heard about it on "Back to Work") New Relic (Use code "BACKTOWORK" to get your extended 30 day trial) Shutterstock (25% off everything with discount code "BACKTOWORK114") 

TOPIC: Isolation and Identity This week, Dan and Merlin talk about civility, identity, Florida, and how you can't unsee Idiocracy. Links for this episode:<ul><li><a href="http://thelivingwiccan.tumblr.com/post/55692724129/curse-removal-reversal" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Living Wiccan, Curse Removal &amp; Reversal</a> </li><li><a href="http://www.theatlantic.com/health/archive/2014/01/why-songs-get-stuck-in-your-head/282997/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Why Songs Get Stuck in Your Head - Elizabeth Hellmuth Margulis - The Atlantic</a> </li><li><a href="http://www.merlinmann.com/rightnow/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">What Are You Doing Right Now? - Merlin Mann</a> "Is this really what you want to be doing right now?" </li><li><a href="http://www.43folders.com/2008/09/01/what-are-you-doing" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">"Right Now, What Are You Doing?" | 43 Folders</a> </li><li><a href="http://5by5.tv/amplified/86" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">5by5 | Amplified #86: Nobody's Getting My Panties</a> This week, Merlin Mann sits in to chat with Jim about the Nest acquisition, the problem with Google's opaque creepiness, Jim's upcoming trip to NAMM, plus some special interactive tips from Jim on working the pentatonic blues solo.Homework: Practice on GnR's "Knocking on Heaven's Door."Special guest Merlin Mann. </li><li><a href="http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0387808/combined" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Idiocracy (2006)</a> The Future Is A No Brainer </li><li><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Idiocracy#Release" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Idiocracy (Release) - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia</a> In The New York Times, Dan Mitchell argued that Fox might be shying away from the cautionary tale about low-intelligence dysgenics, because the company did not want to offend either its viewers or potential advertisers portrayed negatively in the film noting that in the film, Starbucks delivers handjobs, and the motto of Carl's Jr. has degenerated from "Don't Bother Me. I'm Eating." to "F*ck You! I'm Eating!" </li><li><a href="http://movies.netflix.com/WiMovie/Deceptive_Practice_The_Mysteries_and_Mentors_of_Ricky_Jay/70270768?trkid=2361637" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">"Deceptive Practice" (2012)</a> With wit and charm -- and lots of rare footage -- legendary illusionist Ricky Jay reveals his influences and offers insight into a secretive world. </li><li><a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jljt5Ml28FU" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">"Ricky Jay and His 52 Assistants" (1996)</a> </li><li><a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FrY-KSc-5Lo" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">"Penn and Teller at Caesar's Palace" - YouTube</a> Penn and Teller demonstrate the seven basic principles of magic. </li><li><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stanford_prison_experiment" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Stanford prison experiment - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia</a> </li><li><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Erikson's_stages_of_psychosocial_development" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Erikson's stages of psychosocial development - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia</a> Erikson's stages of psychosocial development, as articulated by Erik Erikson, explain eight stages through which a healthily developing human should pass from infancy to late adulthood. In each stage, the person confronts, and hopefully masters, new challenges. Each stage builds upon the successful completion of earlier stages. The challenges of stages not successfully completed may be expected to reappear as problems in the future. </li><li><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/College_Level_Examination_Program" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">College Level Examination Program - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia</a> The College Level Examination Program (CLEP) is a group of standardized tests that assess college-level knowledge in several subject areas that are administered at more than 1,700 colleges and universities across the United States created by the College Board.[1] There are 2,900 colleges which grant CLEP credit.[2] Each institution awards credit to students who meet the college's minimum qualifying score for that exam, which is typically 50, but it does vary by school and exam.[3] The tests are useful for students who have obtained knowledge outside the classroom, such as through independent study, job experience, or cultural interaction.[4] CLEP also offers students (including international and homeschool students) the opportunity to demonstrate their proficiency in subject areas and bypass undergraduate coursework. </li><li><a href="http://www.imdb.com/title/tt2545118/combined" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Blackfish (2013)</a> Never capture what you can't control. </li><li><a href="http://www.imdb.com/title/tt2366450/combined" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Stories We Tell (2012)</a> A film that excavates layers of myth and memory to find the elusive truth at the core of a family of storytellers </li><li><a href="http://www.imdb.com/title/tt2499076/combined" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Crash Reel (2013)</a> The mind has mountains </li><li><a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0143114948/5by5-20" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Here Comes Everybody: The Power of Organizing Without Organizations: Clay Shirky: 9780143114949: Amazon.com: Books</a> </li><li><a href="http://www.sfmta.com/getting-around/accessibility" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Accessibility | SFMTA</a> San Francisco Muni’s accessible services and features. </li><li><a href="http://www.merlinmann.com/roderick/ep-01-keep-moving-and-get-out-of-the-way.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ep. 01: "Keep Moving and Get Out of the Way" - Roderick on the Line - Merlin Mann</a> Punctuality, Freud, reasons, John’s brutal introversion, R.E.M.’s sense of humours, listening with toolboxes, the explicit honesty of volcano science, and ultimately rethinking humanity’s Latifahesque, fleece-and-beards struggle with the two a priori laws. </li><li><a href="http://vimeo.com/28250117" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Keep Moving and Get Out of the Way on Vimeo</a> It's really very simple: * if you're in the way, keep moving * if you stop moving, get out of the way. This is Ape Law, and we must teach it to our young. </li><li><a href="https://twitter.com/thelancearthur" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">THE Lance Arthur (thelancearthur) on Twitter</a> </li><li><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Elfers,_Florida" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Elfers, Florida - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia</a> (n.b.: since Merlin's teen years, the median age has plummeted to a youthful _45_) </li><li><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Criterion_collection" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Criterion Collection - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia</a> The Criterion Collection (or simply Criterion) is a video-distribution company that sells "important classic and contemporary films" to film aficionados. The Criterion series is noted for helping to standardize the letterbox format for widescreen films, bonus features, and special editions for home video. </li><li><a href="http://www.npr.org/2014/01/15/262767226/months-after-blackfish-release-controversy-for-seaworld-grows" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Months After 'Blackfish' Release, Controversy Over SeaWorld Grows : NPR</a> Last month, SeaWorld finally responded. The park published an "open letter" in several newspapers that didn't mention Blackfish but defended its record of caring for killer whales. And this week, the company released an interim financial report, saying it had record attendance in the fourth quarter and that it expects to report its highest-ever annual revenue in March. </li><li><a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vnqbuBKCInI" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Temple Grandin by Errol Morris (part 1 of 3) - YouTube</a> This documentary about Temple Grandin was filmed by Errol Morris. It aired in his First Person series on Bravo US and Channel Four UK in 2000. </li><li><a href="http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1278469/combined" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Temple Grandin (2010) (TV)</a> Autism gave her a vision. She gave it a voice. </li><li><a href="http://www.tvguide.com/news/bobs-burgers-exclusive-1075543.aspx" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Bob's Burgers Exclusive Clip: Tina Admires Jimmy Jr.'s Magic Touch - Today's News: Our Take | TVGuide.com</a> </li></ul>This week's episode of <a href="http://5by5.tv/b2w" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Back to Work</a> is kindly sponsored by: <ul> <li><a href="http://getfreshbooks.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">FreshBooks</a> (They're giving away birthday cakes! Tell 'em you heard about it on "<code>Back to Work</code>")</li> <li><a href="http://newrelic.com/backtowork" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">New Relic</a> (Use code "<code>BACKTOWORK</code>" to get your extended 30 day trial)</li> <li><a href="http://www.shutterstock.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Shutterstock</a> (25% off everything with discount code "<code>BACKTOWORK114</code>")</li> </ul>

Episode 155: Newton's Fifth Law of Politeness

TOPIC: "Creativity" where you din't expect it. This week, Dan and Merlin talk about PIXAR, creativity, and FoldingText before finally succumbing to the treachery of Skype. Links for this episode: FoldingText — Plain text productivity for Mac usersFor Mac users who love plain text. FoldingText is the markdown text editor with productivity features. Unlike other editors, FoldingText does outlining, todo lists, and more. 5by5 | The Incomparable #197: Fail FastWe love Pixar, and we're a bunch of creative professional types. So as you can imagine, we devoured "Creativity Inc.", by Pixar president Ed Catmull. Is it a business book or an anti-business book? How do you foster creativity? Is Pixar's formula one that provides safety while preventing works of staggering genius? How much is a director or writer the author of a Pixar movie, and how much is the studio itself? And is the wild success of "Frozen" proof of anything?Panelists John Siracusa, Glenn Fleishman, Lisa Schmeiser, and David J. Loehr. Pet Pig Saves Family From Fire - NBC News.com[via doktorbuzzo](https://twitter.com/doktorbuzzo/status/476268511526801408) Why a Publix-Whole Foods deal makes sense - and why it doesn't - Austin Business JournalIt seems like a foodies’ dream, too delicious to ignore: Publix, Florida’s No. 1 supermarket chain, considering a purchase of Whole Foods, the upscale grocer known for organic products. Ed Catmull, Pixar: Keep Your Crises Small - YouTube5by5 WWDC 2014 Party - YouTubeCreativity, Inc.: Overcoming the Unseen Forces That Stand in the Way of True Inspiration: Ed Catmull, Amy Wallace: 9780812993011: Amazon.com: Books This week's episode of Back to Work is kindly sponsored by:  Lynda.com (7-day free trial!) Squarespace (10% off with offer code, "TURNSOUT") 

TOPIC: "Creativity" where you din't expect it. This week, Dan and Merlin talk about PIXAR, creativity, and FoldingText before finally succumbing to the treachery of Skype. Links for this episode: <ul><li><a href="http://www.foldingtext.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">FoldingText — Plain text productivity for Mac users</a> For Mac users who love plain text. FoldingText is the markdown text editor with productivity features. Unlike other editors, FoldingText does outlining, todo lists, and more. </li><li><a href="http://5by5.tv/incomparable/197" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">5by5 | The Incomparable #197: Fail Fast</a> We love Pixar, and we're a bunch of creative professional types. So as you can imagine, we devoured "Creativity Inc.", by Pixar president Ed Catmull. Is it a business book or an anti-business book? How do you foster creativity? Is Pixar's formula one that provides safety while preventing works of staggering genius? How much is a director or writer the author of a Pixar movie, and how much is the studio itself? And is the wild success of "Frozen" proof of anything?Panelists John Siracusa, Glenn Fleishman, Lisa Schmeiser, and David J. Loehr. </li><li><a href="http://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/pet-pig-saves-family-fire-n126746" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Pet Pig Saves Family From Fire - NBC News.com</a> [via doktorbuzzo](<a href="https://twitter.com/doktorbuzzo/status/476268511526801408" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/doktorbuzzo/status/476268511526801408</a>) </li><li><a href="http://www.bizjournals.com/austin/blog/retail/2014/06/why-a-publix-whole-foods-deal-makes-sense-and-why.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Why a Publix-Whole Foods deal makes sense - and why it doesn't - Austin Business Journal</a> It seems like a foodies’ dream, too delicious to ignore: Publix, Florida’s No. 1 supermarket chain, considering a purchase of Whole Foods, the upscale grocer known for organic products. </li><li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k2h2lvhzMDc" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ed Catmull, Pixar: Keep Your Crises Small - YouTube</a> </li><li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_kKrqvsH928" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">5by5 WWDC 2014 Party - YouTube</a> </li><li><a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0812993012/5by5-20" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Creativity, Inc.: Overcoming the Unseen Forces That Stand in the Way of True Inspiration: Ed Catmull, Amy Wallace: 9780812993011: Amazon.com: Books</a> </li></ul> This week's episode of <a href="http://5by5.tv/b2w" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Back to Work</a> is kindly sponsored by: <ul> <li><a href="http://lynda.com/backtowork" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Lynda.com</a> (7-day free trial!)</li> <li><a href="http://squarespace.com/backtowork" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Squarespace</a> (10% off with offer code, "<code>TURNSOUT</code>")</li> </ul>

Episode 175: Andy is the Stuff of Nightmares

TOPIC: Grab Bag. This week, Dan and Merlin cover the waterfront. This wide-ranging episode covers lots of listener feedback, corrections of egregious errors, D&amp;D alignment, the danger of guessing why people are how they are, some fun Tumblr recommendations, considering the yak-shaving ordeal of time-shifting broadcast TV, plus further discussion of last week's topic re: kids and computer access. Links for this episode:Ed Brubaker - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia“Did You Lose the Keys Here?” “No, But the Light Is Much Better Here” | Quote InvestigatorHDHomeRun CONNECT - US - Watch Streaming TV AnywhereAmazon.com: SiliconDust HDHomeRun CONNECT. FREE broadcast HDTV (2-Tuner): Computers &amp; AccessoriesChannels — Live TV on your Apple TVCaptain America by Ed Brubaker (Reading Order)Captain America Reading Order | Brubaker, Winter Soldier, More! | Comic Book HeraldSpider-Man and His Amazing Friends - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaEpisode 10: There's An Old Guy Going Crazy On This Hotdog | Top ScallopsPottermore Sorting Quiz (all possible questions)Online Alignment TestThe Alignment System - Neutral GoodAPELADBONE #1: Out from Boneville: Jeff Smith: 9780439706407: Amazon.com: BooksFirelight (Amulet #7): Kazu Kibuishi: 9780545433167: Amazon.com: BooksThe Stonekeeper (Amulet #1): Kazu Kibuishi: 0000439846811: Amazon.com: BooksFirelight (Amulet #7): Kazu Kibuishi: 9780545433167: Amazon.com: BooksSRA Reading Laboratory5by5 | Road Work #3: I Now Declare This Mall Open5by5 | Back to Work #259: The Transitive Quality of MisunderstandingI recently told Apelad (nee “Adam Koford”) how... | kung fu grippeJodorowsky's Dune - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia70s Sci-Fi ArtHayao Miyazakideep-dark-fearscraigslistmirrorsPut You In A Better Mood.com -The Bristol BoardThe Marvel Comics of the 1980sSci-fi SpaceshipsRestaurant Recipes - Popular Restaurant Recipes you can make at Home: Copykat.com - CopyKat Recipes - You have loved that recipe in the restaurant, now make that recipe at home.Studio Ghibli GifsEpisode #196 – Aloha The Flop HouseWorld of Tomorrow (2015) - IMDbWatch The Bachelor TV Show - ABC.comMark Sullivan Research | SULLIVAN GENERATORTVs on The WirecutterThe Best TV | The WirecutterThe Lowell Cats #96 on Flickr. - APELADAmazon.com: Mohu Leaf 30 TV Antenna, Indoor, 30 Mile Range, Original Paper-thin, Reversible, Paintable, 4K-Ready HDTV, 10 Foot Detachable Cable, Premium Materials for Performance, USA Made, MH-110583: ElectronicsAmazon.com: Mohu Leaf 50 TV Antenna, Indoor, Amplified, 50 Mile Range, Original Paper-thin, Reversible, Paintable, 4K-Ready HDTV, 16 Foot Detachable Cable, Premium Materials for Performance, USA Made, MH-110584: ElectronicsTV FoolAntennaWeb.orgEyeTV 3 | elgato.comTV Foolantennaweb.orgA Minor Origin Story | kung fu grippeOn September 21, 2012, Rob Corddry and I had one of our periodic ManCalls™, and the topic du jour was my newfound obsession with comics. Colonel Sanders Botches KFC Ad Voiceover - YouTubeyou found me. | game designer, author, future forecaster, PhDJane McGonigal: Gaming can make a better world | TED Talk | TED.comJane McGonigal (@avantgame) | TwitterRaz-KidsCard Wars - Adventure Time Card Game on the App StoreTatiana Maslany - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaBrought to you by:  Squarespace (Visit Squarespace.com/backtowork and use the code ITSYOURSHOW for a free trial and 10% off). Bench (Visit the link to get 20% off your first six months). GoToWebinar (Get started with GoToWebinar today You focus on the content. GoToWebinar handles the rest. Visit the link today to learn more). PDFpen (Visit the link to see what PDFpen can do for you). 

TOPIC: Grab Bag. This week, Dan and Merlin cover the waterfront. This wide-ranging episode covers lots of listener feedback, corrections of egregious errors, D&amp;D alignment, the danger of guessing why people are how they are, some fun Tumblr recommendations, considering the yak-shaving ordeal of time-shifting broadcast TV, plus further discussion of last week's topic re: kids and computer access. Links for this episode:<ul><li><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ed_Brubaker" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ed Brubaker - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia</a> </li><li><a href="http://quoteinvestigator.com/2013/04/11/better-light/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">“Did You Lose the Keys Here?” “No, But the Light Is Much Better Here” | Quote Investigator</a> </li><li><a href="https://www.silicondust.com/products/hdhomerun/hdhomerun-connect-na/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HDHomeRun CONNECT - US - Watch Streaming TV Anywhere</a> </li><li><a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B00GY0UB54/5by5-20" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Amazon.com: SiliconDust HDHomeRun CONNECT. FREE broadcast HDTV (2-Tuner): Computers &amp; Accessories</a> </li><li><a href="http://getchannels.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Channels — Live TV on your Apple TV</a> </li><li><a href="http://comicvine.gamespot.com/profile/veshark/blog/captain-america-by-ed-brubaker-reading-order/104475/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Captain America by Ed Brubaker (Reading Order)</a> </li><li><a href="http://www.comicbookherald.com/captain-america-reading-order-modern-marvel-era/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Captain America Reading Order | Brubaker, Winter Soldier, More! | Comic Book Herald</a> </li><li><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spider-Man_and_His_Amazing_Friends" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Spider-Man and His Amazing Friends - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia</a> </li><li><a href="https://topscallops.simplecast.fm/episodes/26950-episode-10-there-s-an-old-guy-going-crazy-on-this-hotdog" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Episode 10: There's An Old Guy Going Crazy On This Hotdog | Top Scallops</a> </li><li><a href="http://www.gotoquiz.com/pottermore_sorting_quiz_all_possible_question" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Pottermore Sorting Quiz (all possible questions)</a> </li><li><a href="http://www.wizards.com/default.asp?x=dnd%2Fdnd%2F20001222b" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Online Alignment Test</a> </li><li><a href="http://easydamus.com/neutralgood.html#commandments" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Alignment System - Neutral Good</a> </li><li><a href="http://apelad.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">APELAD</a> </li><li><a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0439706408/5by5-20" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">BONE #1: Out from Boneville: Jeff Smith: 9780439706407: Amazon.com: Books</a> </li><li><a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0545433169/5by5-20" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Firelight (Amulet #7): Kazu Kibuishi: 9780545433167: Amazon.com: Books</a> </li><li><a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0439846811/5by5-20" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Stonekeeper (Amulet #1): Kazu Kibuishi: 0000439846811: Amazon.com: Books</a> </li><li><a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0545433169/5by5-20" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Firelight (Amulet #7): Kazu Kibuishi: 9780545433167: Amazon.com: Books</a> </li><li><a href="http://www.srareadinglabs.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">SRA Reading Laboratory</a> </li><li><a href="http://5by5.tv/roadwork/3" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">5by5 | Road Work #3: I Now Declare This Mall Open</a> </li><li><a href="http://5by5.tv/b2w/259" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">5by5 | Back to Work #259: The Transitive Quality of Misunderstanding</a> </li><li><a href="http://www.kungfugrippe.com/post/118828704084/i-recently-told-apelad-nee-adam-koford-how" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">I recently told Apelad (nee “Adam Koford”) how... | kung fu grippe</a> </li><li><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jodorowsky%27s_Dune" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Jodorowsky's Dune - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia</a> </li><li><a href="http://70sscifiart.tumblr.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">70s Sci-Fi Art</a> </li><li><a href="http://hayaomiyazakicartoon.tumblr.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Hayao Miyazaki</a> </li><li><a href="http://deep-dark-fears.tumblr.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">deep-dark-fears</a> </li><li><a href="http://craigslistmirrors.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">craigslistmirrors</a> </li><li><a href="http://www.putyouinabettermood.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Put You In A Better Mood.com -</a> </li><li><a href="http://thebristolboard.tumblr.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Bristol Board</a> </li><li><a href="http://marvel1980s.tumblr.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Marvel Comics of the 1980s</a> </li><li><a href="http://scifispaceships.tumblr.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sci-fi Spaceships</a> </li><li><a href="http://www.copykat.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Restaurant Recipes - Popular Restaurant Recipes you can make at Home: Copykat.com - CopyKat Recipes - You have loved that recipe in the restaurant, now make that recipe at home.</a> </li><li><a href="http://ghibli-gifs.tumblr.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Studio Ghibli Gifs</a> </li><li><a href="http://www.flophousepodcast.com/2016/01/episode-196-aloha/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Episode #196 – Aloha The Flop House</a> </li><li><a href="http://www.imdb.com/title/tt4171032/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">World of Tomorrow (2015) - IMDb</a> </li><li><a href="http://abc.go.com/shows/the-bachelor" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Watch The Bachelor TV Show - ABC.com</a> </li><li><a href="http://marksullivanresearch.com/sullivan-generator-2/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mark Sullivan Research | SULLIVAN GENERATOR</a> </li><li><a href="http://thewirecutter.com/leaderboard/tvs/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">TVs on The Wirecutter</a> </li><li><a href="http://thewirecutter.com/reviews/best-tv/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Best TV | The Wirecutter</a> </li><li><a href="http://apelad.com/post/117403071290/the-lowell-cats-96-on-flickr" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Lowell Cats #96 on Flickr. - APELAD</a> </li><li><a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B004QK7HI8/5by5-20" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Amazon.com: Mohu Leaf 30 TV Antenna, Indoor, 30 Mile Range, Original Paper-thin, Reversible, Paintable, 4K-Ready HDTV, 10 Foot Detachable Cable, Premium Materials for Performance, USA Made, MH-110583: Electronics</a> </li><li><a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B00APPDX86/5by5-20" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Amazon.com: Mohu Leaf 50 TV Antenna, Indoor, Amplified, 50 Mile Range, Original Paper-thin, Reversible, Paintable, 4K-Ready HDTV, 16 Foot Detachable Cable, Premium Materials for Performance, USA Made, MH-110584: Electronics</a> </li><li><a href="http://www.tvfool.com/index.php?option=com_content&amp;task=view&amp;id=13&amp;Itemid=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">TV Fool</a> </li><li><a href="http://antennaweb.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">AntennaWeb.org</a> </li><li><a href="https://www.elgato.com/en/eyetv/eyetv-3" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">EyeTV 3 | elgato.com</a> </li><li><a href="http://www.tvfool.com/?option=com_wrapper&amp;Itemid=29" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">TV Fool</a> </li><li><a href="http://www.antennaweb.org/Address" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">antennaweb.org</a> </li><li><a href="http://www.kungfugrippe.com/post/58938936887/origin" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">A Minor Origin Story | kung fu grippe</a> On September 21, 2012, Rob Corddry and I had one of our periodic ManCalls™, and the topic du jour was my newfound obsession with comics. </li><li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1c7k2zyLn6I" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Colonel Sanders Botches KFC Ad Voiceover - YouTube</a> </li><li><a href="http://janemcgonigal.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">you found me. | game designer, author, future forecaster, PhD</a> </li><li><a href="https://www.ted.com/talks/jane_mcgonigal_gaming_can_make_a_better_world?language=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Jane McGonigal: Gaming can make a better world | TED Talk | TED.com</a> </li><li><a href="https://twitter.com/avantgame?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Jane McGonigal (@avantgame) | Twitter</a> </li><li><a href="https://www.raz-kids.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Raz-Kids</a> </li><li><a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/card-wars-adventure-time-card/id791341471?mt=8&amp;uo=4&amp;at=11laDR" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Card Wars - Adventure Time Card Game on the App Store</a> </li><li><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tatiana_Maslany" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Tatiana Maslany - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia</a> </li></ul><h4>Brought to you by:</h4> <ul> <li><a href="http://squarespace.com/backtowork" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Squarespace</a> (Visit <a href="http://Squarespace.com/backtowork" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Squarespace.com/backtowork</a> and use the code ITSYOURSHOW for a free trial and 10% off).</li> <li><a href="https://bench.co/partner/backtowork" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Bench</a> (Visit the link to get 20% off your first six months).</li> <li><a href="http://gotowebinar.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">GoToWebinar</a> (Get started with GoToWebinar today You focus on the content. 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Episode 260: Stuck in Green Forever

Discussed: Dan's gummi vitamins, vitamins in general, the childhood shame of those weird plaque pills, exotic sickness images, Fifth Disease comes to Austin, Dan's car troubles, Faraday Cages and how to build them, a potential t-shirt for you. Dan was cleaning out his garage, and Merlin has a lot to say about the philosophy and practical components of getting rid of junk at scale. Also, Dan really kills it on eBay. Merlin is very excited about Fantastic Four coming back and has some potential warnings about the new Wes Anderson film. Spoilers: there's nothing weak about knowing what freaks you out. Also, the boys discuss why Merlin changed his mic setup. Which is fascinating. Links for this episode:A little-known California law is Silicon Valley's secret weapon - VoxApple, Google give high tech workers an extra $90 million in “no-poach” suit | Ars TechnicaUngainly X-Mann Meetup #22 — Merlin MannMERLIN MANN (Back to Work, Roderick on the Line, Reconcilable Differences, Do By Friday, You Look Nice Today, et al.) invites you to drop by Two Cats Comics on the evening of Thursday, May 17th to hang out, talk about comics, and just say, “Hi.” It's free and it's fun. flickr downloadr - Batch download your flickr photos!Amazon.com: Nature's Way Alive!® Immune Gummies, Food-Based Blend (150mg per serving) and Elderberry, Gluten Free, Made with Pectin, 90 Gummies: Health &amp; Personal CareAmazon.com: Jarrow Formulas Methylcobalamin (Methyl B12), Supports Brain Cells, 5000 mcg, 60 Lozenges: Health &amp; Personal CareThe Basics on Fifth DiseaseAmazon.com: Blocsilver High Protection EMF Wifi Radiation Shield Bed Canopy (Californian King): Home &amp; KitchenSara Pichelli's Excellent Tumblr [NSFW!]Fantastic Four Returns this Summer from Dan Slott and Sara PichelliThe Return of the Fantastic Four - The New York TimesMarvel Age-by-Age Guide | Common Sense MediaIsle of Dogs Movie ReviewDoes the Dog Die?Isle of Dogs [2018] [PG-13] - 1.5.2Merlin Mann on Twitter (re: "Isle of Dogs")Weird datapoint. “Isle of Dogs” was a movie I expected to utterly adore, then only kinda liked in the theater, but now I keep thinking about it a lot a lot. So, I think maybe I liked it more than I thought? Walter Hickey on Twitter: "#justice4hawkeye… "Brought to you by:  FreshBooks (To claim your month long unrestricted free trial, go to FreshBooks.com/backtowork and enter BACK TO WORK in the “How Did You Hear About Us?” section). Slack (Slack: Where work happens. Find out why at Slack.com). Squarespace (Start your free trial site today, at Squarespace.com and when you sign up make sure to use the offer code ITSYOURSHOW to get 10% off your first purchase). 

Discussed: Dan's gummi vitamins, vitamins in general, the childhood shame of those weird plaque pills, exotic sickness images, Fifth Disease comes to Austin, Dan's car troubles, Faraday Cages and how to build them, a potential t-shirt for you. Dan was cleaning out his garage, and Merlin has a lot to say about the philosophy and practical components of getting rid of junk at scale. Also, Dan really kills it on eBay. Merlin is very excited about Fantastic Four coming back and has some potential warnings about the new Wes Anderson film. Spoilers: there's nothing weak about knowing what freaks you out. Also, the boys discuss why Merlin changed his mic setup. Which is fascinating. Links for this episode:<ul><li><a href="https://www.vox.com/new-money/2017/2/13/14580874/google-self-driving-noncompetes" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">A little-known California law is Silicon Valley's secret weapon - Vox</a> </li><li><a href="https://arstechnica.com/tech-policy/2015/01/apple-google-give-high-tech-workers-an-extra-90-million-in-no-poach-suit/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Apple, Google give high tech workers an extra $90 million in “no-poach” suit | Ars Technica</a> </li><li><a href="http://merlinm.com/meetup" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ungainly X-Mann Meetup #22 — Merlin Mann</a> MERLIN MANN (Back to Work, Roderick on the Line, Reconcilable Differences, Do By Friday, You Look Nice Today, et al.) invites you to drop by Two Cats Comics on the evening of Thursday, May 17th to hang out, talk about comics, and just say, “Hi.” It's free and it's fun. </li><li><a href="https://flickrdownloadr.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">flickr downloadr - Batch download your flickr photos!</a> </li><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Natures-Way-Gummies-Food-Based-Elderberry/dp/B00MJ7QAKG" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Amazon.com: Nature's Way Alive!® Immune Gummies, Food-Based Blend (150mg per serving) and Elderberry, Gluten Free, Made with Pectin, 90 Gummies: Health &amp; Personal Care</a> </li><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Jarrow-Formulas-Methylcobalamin-Supports-Lozenges/dp/B0013OQGO6/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Amazon.com: Jarrow Formulas Methylcobalamin (Methyl B12), Supports Brain Cells, 5000 mcg, 60 Lozenges: Health &amp; Personal Care</a> </li><li><a href="https://www.webmd.com/children/guide/understanding-fifth-disease-basics" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Basics on Fifth Disease</a> </li><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B071P4C9KL" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Amazon.com: Blocsilver High Protection EMF Wifi Radiation Shield Bed Canopy (Californian King): Home &amp; Kitchen</a> </li><li><a href="http://sarapichelli.tumblr.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sara Pichelli's Excellent Tumblr [NSFW!]</a> </li><li><a href="https://www.bleedingcool.com/2018/03/29/fantastic-four-dan-slott-sara-pichelli/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Fantastic Four Returns this Summer from Dan Slott and Sara Pichelli</a> </li><li><a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2018/03/29/books/fantastic-four-marvel-return.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Return of the Fantastic Four - The New York Times</a> </li><li><a href="https://www.commonsensemedia.org/blog/marvel-age-by-age-guide" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Marvel Age-by-Age Guide | Common Sense Media</a> </li><li><a href="https://www.commonsensemedia.org/movie-reviews/isle-of-dogs" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Isle of Dogs Movie Review</a> </li><li><a href="https://www.doesthedogdie.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Does the Dog Die?</a> </li><li><a href="http://www.kids-in-mind.com/i/isleofdogs.htm" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Isle of Dogs [2018] [PG-13] - 1.5.2</a> </li><li><a href="https://twitter.com/hotdogsladies/status/988790709544140801" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Merlin Mann on Twitter (re: "Isle of Dogs")</a> Weird datapoint. “Isle of Dogs” was a movie I expected to utterly adore, then only kinda liked in the theater, but now I keep thinking about it a lot a lot. So, I think maybe I liked it more than I thought? </li><li><a href="https://twitter.com/WaltHickey/status/981675402195124229" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Walter Hickey on Twitter: "#justice4hawkeye… "</a> </li></ul><h4>Brought to you by:</h4> <ul> <li><a href="http://freshbooks.com/backtowork" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">FreshBooks</a> (To claim your month long unrestricted free trial, go to <a href="http://freshbooks.com/backtowork" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">FreshBooks.com/backtowork</a> and enter BACK TO WORK in the “How Did You Hear About Us?” section).</li> <li><a href="http://slack.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Slack</a> (Slack: Where work happens. 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Episode 373: Red Cheekums

Discussed: Merlin worries that Dan is getting ground down; web sites are getting very thirsty; Dan thinks it's like pads in football; Dan has updates and more thoughts about doing development work on an iPad; Merlin thinks we should talk more about which devices we choose for doing which things; the boys also have some recommendations. Links for this episode:Amazon.com: Clever Coffee Dripper, Large, 18 Ounces: Kitchen &amp; DiningSmudging - WikipediaMosh for iOS, Best SSH Client - Blink Shell for iOSQuantum Computing Expert Explains One Concept in 5 Levels of Difficulty | WIRED - YouTube5 Levels - YouTubeLinea Sketch – Drawing tools for your iPadReconcilable Differences #85: Comedy’s Not Funny - Relay FMFinally, the horn fires off at 1:23:13 for a Spoiler Slot on A Quiet Place (2018). Brought to you by:  FreshBooks (To claim your month long unrestricted free trial, go to FreshBooks.com/backtowork and enter BACK TO WORK in the “How Did You Hear About Us?” section). Palm (Go to palm.com to learn more, and run to your nearest Verizon store to check out Palm for yourself). 

Discussed: Merlin worries that Dan is getting ground down; web sites are getting very thirsty; Dan thinks it's like pads in football; Dan has updates and more thoughts about doing development work on an iPad; Merlin thinks we should talk more about which devices we choose for doing which things; the boys also have some recommendations. Links for this episode:<ul><li><a href="https://amzn.to/2SvzZrZ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Amazon.com: Clever Coffee Dripper, Large, 18 Ounces: Kitchen &amp; Dining</a> </li><li><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Smudging" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Smudging - Wikipedia</a> </li><li><a href="https://www.blink.sh/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mosh for iOS, Best SSH Client - Blink Shell for iOS</a> </li><li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OWJCfOvochA" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Quantum Computing Expert Explains One Concept in 5 Levels of Difficulty | WIRED - YouTube</a> </li><li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLibNZv5Zd0dyCoQ6f4pdXUFnpAIlKgm3N" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">5 Levels - YouTube</a> </li><li><a href="https://linea-app.com/sketch" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Linea Sketch – Drawing tools for your iPad</a> </li><li><a href="https://www.relay.fm/rd/85" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Reconcilable Differences #85: Comedy’s Not Funny - Relay FM</a> Finally, the horn fires off at 1:23:13 for a Spoiler Slot on A Quiet Place (2018). </li></ul><h4>Brought to you by:</h4> <ul> <li><a href="http://freshbooks.com/backtowork" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">FreshBooks</a> (To claim your month long unrestricted free trial, go to <a href="http://freshbooks.com/backtowork" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">FreshBooks.com/backtowork</a> and enter BACK TO WORK in the “How Did You Hear About Us?” section).</li> <li><a href="http://palm.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Palm</a> (Go to <a href="http://palm.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">palm.com</a> to learn more, and run to your nearest Verizon store to check out Palm for yourself).</li> </ul>

Episode 404: Very Advanced Camping

TOPIC: The future we can't know. This week, Dan and Merlin talk about how quickly technology is evolving, how janky that evolution can be, and how terrible we all are at forecasting what will come next and beyond. Could Merlin have ever imagined he'd pay $3.00 for an episode of Under the Gunn? No, he could not. Links for this episode:The health effects of a world without darkness – Rebecca Boyle – AeonYou Are Not So SmartList of cognitive biases - RationalWikiCognitive bias describes the inherent thinking errors that humans make in processing information. Some of these have been verified empirically in the field of psychology, while others are considered general categories of bias. These thinking errors prevent one from accurately understanding reality, even when confronted with all the needed data and evidence to form an accurate view.  End-of-history illusion - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaThe end-of-history illusion is a ubiquitous psychological illusion in which teenagers and adults of all ages believe that they have consistently experienced significant personal growth and changes in tastes until now, but will somehow not continue to grow and mature in the future.[1] That is, despite knowing how much they have changed in the last ten years, they believe that ten years from now, they will think and feel the same as they do today. YANSS Podcast 020 – James Burke and Matt Novak ponder the future and why we are terrible at predicting it « You Are Not So SmartIn this episode of the You Are Not So Smart Podcast we sit down with James Burke and discuss the past, the present, and where he sees us heading in the future. Burke says we must soon learn how to deal with a world in which scarcity is scarce, abundance is abundant, and home manufacturing can produce just about anything you desire. Project Runway: Under the Gunn - Episodes, Videos &amp; Schedule - myLifetime.comYANSS Podcast – Episode Four – The Self Illusion « You Are Not So SmartConfirmation Bias « You Are Not So SmartThe Misconception: Your opinions are the result of years of rational, objective analysis.The Truth: Your opinions are the result of years of paying attention to information which confirmed what you believed while ignoring information which challenged your preconceived notions. Accidental Tech Podcast: 59: The Little Puck That Couldchit | Definition at Dictionary.com MobileThis week’s episode of Back to Work is kindly sponsored by:   Squarespace (10% off with offer code, “TOOTHFAIRY”) BusyCal - BusyCal is an alternative to the built-in Calendar app on OS X that provides powerful time-saving features in a friendly, easy-to-use package. 

TOPIC: The future we can't know. This week, Dan and Merlin talk about how quickly technology is evolving, how janky that evolution can be, and how terrible we all are at forecasting what will come next and beyond. Could Merlin have ever imagined he'd pay $3.00 for an episode of Under the Gunn? No, he could not. Links for this episode:<ul><li><a href="http://aeon.co/magazine/nature-and-cosmos/the-health-effects-of-a-world-without-darkness/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The health effects of a world without darkness – Rebecca Boyle – Aeon</a> </li><li><a href="http://youarenotsosmart.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">You Are Not So Smart</a> </li><li><a href="http://rationalwiki.org/wiki/List_of_cognitive_biases" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">List of cognitive biases - RationalWiki</a> Cognitive bias describes the inherent thinking errors that humans make in processing information. Some of these have been verified empirically in the field of psychology, while others are considered general categories of bias. These thinking errors prevent one from accurately understanding reality, even when confronted with all the needed data and evidence to form an accurate view. </li><li><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/End-of-history_illusion" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">End-of-history illusion - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia</a> The end-of-history illusion is a ubiquitous psychological illusion in which teenagers and adults of all ages believe that they have consistently experienced significant personal growth and changes in tastes until now, but will somehow not continue to grow and mature in the future.[1] That is, despite knowing how much they have changed in the last ten years, they believe that ten years from now, they will think and feel the same as they do today. </li><li><a href="http://youarenotsosmart.com/2014/03/18/yanss-podcast-020-james-burke-and-matt-novak-ponder-the-future-and-why-we-are-terrible-at-predicting-it/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">YANSS Podcast 020 – James Burke and Matt Novak ponder the future and why we are terrible at predicting it « You Are Not So Smart</a> In this episode of the You Are Not So Smart Podcast we sit down with James Burke and discuss the past, the present, and where he sees us heading in the future. Burke says we must soon learn how to deal with a world in which scarcity is scarce, abundance is abundant, and home manufacturing can produce just about anything you desire. </li><li><a href="http://www.mylifetime.com/shows/under-the-gunn" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Project Runway: Under the Gunn - Episodes, Videos &amp; Schedule - myLifetime.com</a> </li><li><a href="http://youarenotsosmart.com/2012/07/03/yanss-podcast-episode-four/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">YANSS Podcast – Episode Four – The Self Illusion « You Are Not So Smart</a> </li><li><a href="http://youarenotsosmart.com/2010/06/23/confirmation-bias/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Confirmation Bias « You Are Not So Smart</a> The Misconception: Your opinions are the result of years of rational, objective analysis.The Truth: Your opinions are the result of years of paying attention to information which confirmed what you believed while ignoring information which challenged your preconceived notions. </li><li><a href="http://atp.fm/episodes/59-the-little-puck-that-could" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Accidental Tech Podcast: 59: The Little Puck That Could</a> </li><li><a href="http://m.dictionary.com/definition/chit" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">chit | Definition at Dictionary.com Mobile</a> </li></ul>This week’s episode of <a href="http://5by5.tv/b2w" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Back to Work</a> is kindly sponsored by: <ul> <li><a href="http://squarespace.com/backtowork" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Squarespace</a> (10% off with offer code, “<code>TOOTHFAIRY</code>”)</li> <li><a href="http://www.busymac.com/busycal/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">BusyCal</a> - BusyCal is an alternative to the built-in Calendar app on OS X that provides powerful time-saving features in a friendly, easy-to-use package.</li> </ul>

Episode 166: 404 - Friends Not Found

TOPIC: Feelings, Slide Rules, and The Franklin Test This week Merlin hasn't had enough coffee and may have early-onset toxoplasmosis, so he and Dan respond to great feedback from listeners, mostly on feeling feelings. Links for this episode:High-grade Amazing Fantasy #15 Anchors Heritage February Comics &amp; Comic Art Auction - In The NewsThree Ring Binder Tickets, Multiple Dates | EventbriteTHREE RING BINDERMerlin Mann and Scott Simpson talk to each other and to you. "Maybe My Brain Wasn't As OK As I Thought It Was": Daniel Bryan Explains Concussions-Driven Retirement On WWE RawAmazon.com - Rabbit Air BioGS 2.0 Ultra Quiet HEPA Air Purifier (SPA-550A) - Hepa Filter Air PurifiersEnemy of the State (film) - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaThe Conversation - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaRosey Grier - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaGrier served as a bodyguard for his friend, United States senator and presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy. He was guarding Ethel Kennedy, the Senator's wife, who was then expecting a child, the night that Kennedy was assassinated in Los Angeles in 1968. Grier and Olympic gold medalist Rafer Johnson heard shots fired ahead of them. As Grier caught up he saw men wrestling with gunman Sirhan Sirhan. "Bewitched" My Friend Ben (TV Episode 1966) - IMDbAfter Aunt Clara conjures up Benjamin Franklin, he gets arrested for stealing an antique firetruck as part of a supposed advertising stunt. Santa Clara Mayor Jamie Matthews Announces Retirement | San Jose InsideBrought to you by:  Harry's (Visit Harrys.com and use the code COMICS at checkout to get $5 off your first purchase). Warby Parker (Head to WarbyParker.com/Dan to order your free Home Try-On’s today). Igloo (Sign up now and try it for free at IglooSoftware.com/BackToWork). 

TOPIC: Feelings, Slide Rules, and The Franklin Test This week Merlin hasn't had enough coffee and may have early-onset toxoplasmosis, so he and Dan respond to great feedback from listeners, mostly on feeling feelings. Links for this episode:<ul><li><a href="https://www.finebooksmagazine.com/press/2016/02/high-grade-amazing-fantasy-15-anchors-heritage-february-comics-comic-art-auction.phtml" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">High-grade Amazing Fantasy #15 Anchors Heritage February Comics &amp; Comic Art Auction - In The News</a> </li><li><a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/three-ring-binder-tickets-15263383190" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Three Ring Binder Tickets, Multiple Dates | Eventbrite</a> THREE RING BINDERMerlin Mann and Scott Simpson talk to each other and to you. </li><li><a href="http://screengrabber.deadspin.com/maybe-my-brain-wasnt-as-ok-as-i-thought-it-was-danie-1757976315" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">"Maybe My Brain Wasn't As OK As I Thought It Was": Daniel Bryan Explains Concussions-Driven Retirement On WWE Raw</a> </li><li><a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B00GH19UU2/5by5-20" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Amazon.com - Rabbit Air BioGS 2.0 Ultra Quiet HEPA Air Purifier (SPA-550A) - Hepa Filter Air Purifiers</a> </li><li><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Enemy_of_the_State_(film)" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Enemy of the State (film) - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia</a> </li><li><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Conversation" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Conversation - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia</a> </li><li><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rosey_Grier#Post-football_career" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Rosey Grier - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia</a> Grier served as a bodyguard for his friend, United States senator and presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy. He was guarding Ethel Kennedy, the Senator's wife, who was then expecting a child, the night that Kennedy was assassinated in Los Angeles in 1968. Grier and Olympic gold medalist Rafer Johnson heard shots fired ahead of them. As Grier caught up he saw men wrestling with gunman Sirhan Sirhan. </li><li><a href="http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0523140/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">"Bewitched" My Friend Ben (TV Episode 1966) - IMDb</a> After Aunt Clara conjures up Benjamin Franklin, he gets arrested for stealing an antique firetruck as part of a supposed advertising stunt. </li><li><a href="http://www.sanjoseinside.com/2016/02/08/santa-clara-mayor-jamie-matthews-announces-retirement/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Santa Clara Mayor Jamie Matthews Announces Retirement | San Jose Inside</a> </li></ul><h4>Brought to you by:</h4> <ul> <li><a href="http://harrys.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Harry's</a> (Visit <a href="http://Harrys.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Harrys.com</a> and use the code COMICS at checkout to get $5 off your first purchase).</li> <li><a href="http://warbyparker.com/dan" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Warby Parker</a> (Head to <a href="http://warbyparker.com/dan" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">WarbyParker.com/Dan</a> to order your free Home Try-On’s today).</li> <li><a href="http://igloosoftware.com/backtowork" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Igloo</a> (Sign up now and try it for free at <a href="http://igloosoftware.com/backtowork" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">IglooSoftware.com/BackToWork</a>).</li> </ul>

Episode 258: Means of Egress

TOPIC: Wait, what'd I DO?!? This week, Dan and Merlin talk about anger, misunderstandings, and trying to do the right thing. How bewildering (and emotional) it can be to feel misunderstood—as well as trying to better understand what we may have done wrong. Emotions are armor-piercing bullets. Links for this episode:David Letterman airs Robin Williams tribute | PopWatch | EW.comLetterman gave us a glimpse of just how electric Williams’ late night appearances were with a compilation video of his times on the show. The video features some of Williams’ trademark physical, over-the-top comedy, but it also focuses on Williams’ laughter, how he threw his head back and guffawed. Going Deep With David Rees | National Geographic ChannelThought Stopping: Why it doesn't work, and what works better."Treat Worry like a Heckler, not a Mugger" All About Change"What, when I do it, will lead to my long-term well-being and happiness?" Matthieu Ricard: The habits of happiness | Talk Video | TED.comWhat is happiness, and how can we all get some? Biochemist turned Buddhist monk Matthieu Ricard says we can train our minds in habits of well-being, to generate a true sense of serenity and fulfillment. ShowbotListener-submitted titles for this episode. 5by5 | The Incomparable #207: I Am GrootLane Splitting is Legal in CaliforniaDefensive driving - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaMett? - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaThis episode was sponsored by our friends at lynda.com (Start learning something new by visiting lynda.com/backtowork and get a free 7-day trial where you can access all of their 2,400+ courses), Harry's (Get a better more affordable shave by using the code COMICS and you'll get $5 off your first purchase), and Varonis DatAnywhere (Try turning your own network shares into a private cloud free for 30 days with an unlimited amount of users and if you visit varonis.com/backtowork you get 5 users free forever).

TOPIC: Wait, what'd I DO?!? This week, Dan and Merlin talk about anger, misunderstandings, and trying to do the right thing. How bewildering (and emotional) it can be to feel misunderstood—as well as trying to better understand what we may have done wrong. Emotions are armor-piercing bullets. Links for this episode:<ul><li><a href="http://popwatch.ew.com/2014/08/19/david-letterman-robin-williams/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">David Letterman airs Robin Williams tribute | PopWatch | EW.com</a> Letterman gave us a glimpse of just how electric Williams’ late night appearances were with a compilation video of his times on the show. The video features some of Williams’ trademark physical, over-the-top comedy, but it also focuses on Williams’ laughter, how he threw his head back and guffawed. </li><li><a href="http://channel.nationalgeographic.com/channel/going-deep-with-david-rees/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Going Deep With David Rees | National Geographic Channel</a> </li><li><a href="http://www.anxietycoach.com/thought-stopping.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Thought Stopping: Why it doesn't work, and what works better.</a> "Treat Worry like a Heckler, not a Mugger" </li><li><a href="http://www.accesstoinsight.org/lib/authors/thanissaro/change.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">All About Change</a> "What, when I do it, will lead to my long-term well-being and happiness?" </li><li><a href="http://www.ted.com/talks/matthieu_ricard_on_the_habits_of_happiness" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Matthieu Ricard: The habits of happiness | Talk Video | TED.com</a> What is happiness, and how can we all get some? Biochemist turned Buddhist monk Matthieu Ricard says we can train our minds in habits of well-being, to generate a true sense of serenity and fulfillment. </li><li><a href="http://showbot.5by5.tv/shows/188" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Showbot</a> Listener-submitted titles for this episode. </li><li><a href="http://5by5.tv/incomparable/207" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">5by5 | The Incomparable #207: I Am Groot</a> </li><li><a href="http://lanesplittingislegal.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Lane Splitting is Legal in California</a> </li><li><a href="http://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Defensive_driving" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Defensive driving - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia</a> </li><li><a href="http://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mett%C4%81" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mett? - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia</a> </li></ul>This episode was sponsored by our friends at <a href="http://lynda.com/backtowork" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">lynda.com</a> (Start learning something new by visiting <a href="http://lynda.com/backtowork" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">lynda.com/backtowork</a> and get a free 7-day trial where you can access all of their 2,400+ courses), <a href="http://harrys.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Harry's</a> (Get a better more affordable shave by using the code COMICS and you'll get $5 off your first purchase), and <a href="http://www.varonis.com/backtowork" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Varonis DatAnywhere</a> (Try turning your own network shares into a private cloud free for 30 days with an unlimited amount of users and if you visit <a href="http://varonis.com/backtowork" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">varonis.com/backtowork</a> you get 5 users free forever).

Episode 183: Remember Who Has the Cannon

TOPIC: Curiosity &amp; Creativity This week, Dan and Merlin talk more about expertise and how it relates to the ineffable qualities of curiosity and creativity. Can curiosity be inspired or taught? Or, is it just something you either have or don't? How do we buck the implicit authority to explore the vast universe of "unnecessary things?" Links for this episode:21 Compelling Reasons Why Florida Should Be Kicked Out Of The United States | Thought CatalogLet me just start this by saying that I was born in Florida, lived there for a while, and have/visit many a family member there. Losing Florida will be an emotional hit for me as well. But it’s high time we just took that table saw of democracy and severed Florida off to float in the Atlantic. Here is why. 5by5 | Back to Work #163: Head Lice :-(TOPIC: LEGO and ExpertiseThis week, Dan and Merlin talk about LEGO and what becoming a Master Builder can teach us about expertise.Also: tooth fairies, binder clips, and the pedagogical warning shot.WARNING: This episode of B2W contains information about holiday-related personalities that may be of a sensitive nature. Listener discretion is advised. 5by5 | Mac Power Users #183: Episode V: Merlin Strikes BackMerlin Mann returns to Mac Power Users for his annual visit. This year we dive deep into Merlin's new obsession with home automation and talk about what makes some apps stick while others never do.Thanks to MPU listener Jigar Talati for assistance with the shownotes this week! Knocking on wood - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaKnocking on wood, or to touch wood, refers to the apotropaic tradition in western folklore[citation needed] of literally touching, tapping, or knocking on wood, or merely stating that you are doing or intend same, in order to avoid "tempting fate" after making a favourable observation, a boast, or declaration concerning one's own death. Nasal irrigation - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaNasal irrigation or nasal lavage or nasal douche is the personal hygiene practice in which the nasal cavity is washed to flush out excess mucus and debris from the nose and sinuses. The practice is generally well-tolerated and reported to be beneficial with only minor side effects.[1] Nasal irrigation in a wider sense can also refer to the use of saline nasal spray or nebulizers to moisten the mucous membranes. Consumer Updates &gt; Is Rinsing Your Sinuses Safe?Oil pulling - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaOil pulling or oil swishing is a traditional folk remedy where oil is swished or held in the mouth. Ayurvedic literature states oil pulling is capable of improving oral and systemic health, including a benefit in conditions such as headaches, migraines, diabetes mellitus, asthma,[1] and acne, as well as whitening teeth.[2] Oil pulling is known as "Kavala" or "Gandusha" in the Ayurvedic text Charaka Samhita.[1][3] Its promoters claim it works by "pulling out" "toxins", which are known as ama in Ayurvedic medicine, and thereby reducing inflammation.[4] Swishing With Oil for Oral Health: Not Recommended - Julie Beck - The AtlanticThe Internet’s new quasi-health obsession is actually very old. Oil pulling—swishing oil  (coconut and sesame seem popular, preferably unrefined) around in your mouth for 10 to 20 minutes—is an oral health practice that has been done in India for years and years. It’s mentioned in the Charaka Samhita, one of the key texts of the Indian traditional medicine known as Ayurveda. Amazon.com: Flents Dental Disclosing Tablets (30) - Eliminate Plaque Build-up: Health &amp; Personal CareDan Slott Unveils "Spider-Verse," Featuring "Every Spider-Man Ever" - Comic Book ResourcesMarvel divulged the first details of what exactly that teaser was teasing with a "Next Big Thing" press call, headlined by "Amazing Spider-Man" writer Dan Slott and senior editor of the Spidey titles, Nick Lowe. The preview art released by Marvel to accompany the call provided some very strong hints about the upcoming event: The story will start November 2014, it will feature "Every Spider-Man Ever" (including Spider-Man 2099, Peter Porker the Spectacular Spider-Ham and the original Scarlet Spider, among others). It also involves Morlun, a villain created by J. Michael Straczynski and John Romita Jr. during their 2001 "Amazing Spider-Man" run. Watch this: people illegally BASE jumping from the top of 1 World Trade Center | The VergeA group of men who BASE jumped from the top of the 1,776-foot tower at 1 World Trade Center last September turned themselves in to police on Monday. The men — three of whom parachuted from the building, while a fourth kept watch — questioned the level of security in and around the tower. Andrew Rossig, one of the men who was involved with the stunt, said "we just kind of walked in." ShowbotListener-suggested titles for this week's episodes. Upper respiratory tract infection - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaUpper respiratory tract infections (URI or URTI) are the illnesses caused by an acute infection which involves the upper respiratory tract: nose, sinuses, pharynx or larynx. This commonly includes: tonsillitis, pharyngitis, laryngitis, sinusitis, otitis media, and the common cold. Valeria Richards - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaShe was revealed to be the second, unborn child of Reed and Sue Richards, whom Sue had seemingly miscarried years before, and who had originally been named Valerie Meghan Richards. Under the guidance of Roma, Franklin had used his powers to save the child, taking her from her native reality and sending her "someplace else" where she was raised by another Invisible Woman who had married a heroic Doctor Doom after the death of her first husband. As the FF went up against the cosmic menace of Abraxas, she was summoned by Roma and fulfilled her purpose by merging her powers with Franklin and reconstituting Galactus to stop Abraxas. In the restructuring of reality that ensued, Valeria was regressed to a fetus within Sue's womb once again, on the cusp of being born. Edmond Halley - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaQuote Details: Albert Einstein: You see, wire telegraph... - The Quotations PageYou see, wire telegraph is a kind of a very, very long cat. You pull his tail in New York and his head is meowing in Los Angeles. Do you understand this? And radio operates exactly the same way: you send signals here, they receive them there. The only difference is that there is no cat. Philosophiæ Naturalis Principia Mathematica - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaPhilosophiæ Naturalis Principia Mathematica, Latin for "Mathematical Principles of Natural Philosophy", often referred to as simply the Principia, is a work in three books by Sir Isaac Newton, in Latin, first published 5 July 1687. Thought Reform and the Psychology of Totalism - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaThought Reform and the Psychology of Totalism popularized the term "thought-terminating cliché". This refers to a cliché that is a commonly used phrase, or folk wisdom, sometimes used to quell cognitive dissonance. Though the clichéd phrase in and of itself may be valid in certain contexts, its application as a means of dismissing dissent or justifying fallacious logic is what makes it thought-terminating.  Silicon's Valley's Brutal Ageism | New Republic"In talking to dozens of people around Silicon Valley over the past eight months—engineers, entrepreneurs, moneymen, uncomfortably inquisitive cosmetic surgeons—I got the distinct sense that it’s better to be perceived as naïve and immature than to have voted in the 1980s." This week’s episode of Back to Work is kindly sponsored by:   Squarespace (10% off with offer code, “YOURSHOW”) New Relic (Use code “BACKTOWORK” to get your extended 30-day Pro trial) PDFpen Scan+ by Smile HostGator (Use code “BACKTOWORK” for 30% off) 

TOPIC: Curiosity &amp; Creativity This week, Dan and Merlin talk more about expertise and how it relates to the ineffable qualities of curiosity and creativity. Can curiosity be inspired or taught? Or, is it just something you either have or don't? How do we buck the implicit authority to explore the vast universe of "unnecessary things?" Links for this episode:<ul><li><a href="http://thoughtcatalog.com/chelsea-fagan/2014/03/21-compelling-reasons-why-florida-should-be-kicked-out-of-the-united-states/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">21 Compelling Reasons Why Florida Should Be Kicked Out Of The United States | Thought Catalog</a> Let me just start this by saying that I was born in Florida, lived there for a while, and have/visit many a family member there. Losing Florida will be an emotional hit for me as well. But it’s high time we just took that table saw of democracy and severed Florida off to float in the Atlantic. Here is why. </li><li><a href="http://5by5.tv/b2w/163" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">5by5 | Back to Work #163: Head Lice :-(</a> TOPIC: LEGO and ExpertiseThis week, Dan and Merlin talk about LEGO and what becoming a Master Builder can teach us about expertise.Also: tooth fairies, binder clips, and the pedagogical warning shot.WARNING: This episode of B2W contains information about holiday-related personalities that may be of a sensitive nature. Listener discretion is advised. </li><li><a href="http://5by5.tv/mpu/183" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">5by5 | Mac Power Users #183: Episode V: Merlin Strikes Back</a> Merlin Mann returns to Mac Power Users for his annual visit. This year we dive deep into Merlin's new obsession with home automation and talk about what makes some apps stick while others never do.Thanks to MPU listener Jigar Talati for assistance with the shownotes this week! </li><li><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Knocking_on_wood" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Knocking on wood - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia</a> Knocking on wood, or to touch wood, refers to the apotropaic tradition in western folklore[citation needed] of literally touching, tapping, or knocking on wood, or merely stating that you are doing or intend same, in order to avoid "tempting fate" after making a favourable observation, a boast, or declaration concerning one's own death. </li><li><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Neti_pot" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Nasal irrigation - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia</a> Nasal irrigation or nasal lavage or nasal douche is the personal hygiene practice in which the nasal cavity is washed to flush out excess mucus and debris from the nose and sinuses. The practice is generally well-tolerated and reported to be beneficial with only minor side effects.[1] Nasal irrigation in a wider sense can also refer to the use of saline nasal spray or nebulizers to moisten the mucous membranes. </li><li><a href="http://www.fda.gov/ForConsumers/ConsumerUpdates/ucm316375.htm" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Consumer Updates &gt; Is Rinsing Your Sinuses Safe?</a> </li><li><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oil_pulling" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Oil pulling - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia</a> Oil pulling or oil swishing is a traditional folk remedy where oil is swished or held in the mouth. Ayurvedic literature states oil pulling is capable of improving oral and systemic health, including a benefit in conditions such as headaches, migraines, diabetes mellitus, asthma,[1] and acne, as well as whitening teeth.[2] Oil pulling is known as "Kavala" or "Gandusha" in the Ayurvedic text Charaka Samhita.[1][3] Its promoters claim it works by "pulling out" "toxins", which are known as ama in Ayurvedic medicine, and thereby reducing inflammation.[4] </li><li><a href="http://www.theatlantic.com/health/archive/2014/03/swishing-with-oil-for-oral-health-not-recommended/284490/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Swishing With Oil for Oral Health: Not Recommended - Julie Beck - The Atlantic</a> The Internet’s new quasi-health obsession is actually very old. Oil pulling—swishing oil  (coconut and sesame seem popular, preferably unrefined) around in your mouth for 10 to 20 minutes—is an oral health practice that has been done in India for years and years. It’s mentioned in the Charaka Samhita, one of the key texts of the Indian traditional medicine known as Ayurveda. </li><li><a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B002VKB4O8/5by5-20" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Amazon.com: Flents Dental Disclosing Tablets (30) - Eliminate Plaque Build-up: Health &amp; Personal Care</a> </li><li><a href="http://www.comicbookresources.com/?page=article&amp;id=51683" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dan Slott Unveils "Spider-Verse," Featuring "Every Spider-Man Ever" - Comic Book Resources</a> Marvel divulged the first details of what exactly that teaser was teasing with a "Next Big Thing" press call, headlined by "Amazing Spider-Man" writer Dan Slott and senior editor of the Spidey titles, Nick Lowe. 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