In this episode Nicolas traces their tech history over the past 30 years or so (has it really been that long?). Nicolas then goes on to talk about the fact that they are much more of a tech user than a tech geek these days despite their background. This leads Nicolas to wonder, is it even worth it to build a new computer? Nicolas touches on their struggle for meaningful work in light of the pandemic and the way the world is currently going. Finely, Nicolas talks about their laptop troubles which have now piled on to the ongoing desktop drama and the struggle to back up to the cloud.
Tag Archives: podcasting
Assorted Thoughts
Malaise
In this episode I flight a battle with malaise to ponder about why we as humans have such problems going from having good ideas to having good implementations of those ideas. I also talk about the benefits of the podcast medium and ponder the concept of ethical violence. Finally, I wonder if wondering about ethical violence makes me a terrorist
SE 12 Ep 11 Yohoho And A Bottle Of Crazy
In this episode I talk about a recent mental breakdown and the things that kept me alive. I also talk about the things that lead up to it and radio vs podcasting and the big question: What’s Next?
Se 11 Ep 34 I Had A Nightmare Last Night
In this episode I talk about Net Neutrality, GOP Tax Reform and trying not to live to please other people. Call your congressperson and senators about Net Neutrality and GOP Tax Reform
Se 11 Ep 17 The Ultimate Fear
In this episode my uncle death brings up worries about how long my parents will be around, a new fidget spinner brings up some things and my friends got married!
SE 11 Ep 14 Getting FCCed
In this episode I talk about the magic of the internet and why net neutrality is important. I also talk about how messed up the corporately controlled internet is already relative to the way things were back in the good old days. I also mention being a Capitalist and going to Microsoft’s legal department for help.
Se 11 Ep 8 I Think It Was The 4th Of July
In this episode I talk about my mentor Richard Hamilton and the 3 years I spent of The Let’s Talk Train Show where I cut my teeth in broadcasting. I also mention a lost contract, Amtrak and my ongoing battle with stress.
