Podcasts about 3d printer

Deborah starts the show with the best use for 3d printing, asking you to guess what animal a 3d printer helped? Marineland mammals get a new life in America. Can a turtle 'learn'? When the dogs signal 'stay where you are', and the man says 'come on through' Deb says listen to the dog, ignore the man. When dogs aren't socialized properly to kids and odd things like scooters and wheelchairs, bad things happen, so do your due diligence to teach your dogs what is ok, and kids are ok! Remarkable Serval cat facts. Deb talks about different mama dogs she's experienced over the years and how they almost always want no other dogs around their newborns, but this mama doodle dog welcomes the poodle papa into the whelping pen like a wolf throwback. EPISODE NOTES: What Animal Did a 3D Printer Save?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-party-dog-cat-news-animal-facts--6666735/support.

In dieser Podcast-Folge spreche ich darüber, welche Hypes, Fehlentscheidungen und Denkfehler im industriellen 3D‑Druck derzeit Ressourcen binden, ohne echten Mehrwert zu schaffen. Ich erläutere, warum Wirtschaftlichkeit, klare Anwendungsfälle und das richtige Mindset entscheidender sind als Spielereien, Material‑Sparzwang und technologiegetriebener Aktionismus. Ich zeige auf, wie additive Fertigung strategisch, skalierbar und profitabel eingesetzt werden kann - mit Fokus auf Business‑Case, Organisation und nachhaltigen Nutzen

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Warum scheitern viele 3D‑Druck‑Anwendungen nicht an der Maschine, sondern am Material? In dieser Interviewfolge spricht Johannes Lutz mit Polymer‑Experte Uwe Stenglin von DIPRO®Mat darüber, warum Hochleistungspolymere der entscheidende Hebel für echten industriellen 3D‑Druck sind. Es geht um minimale Schwindung statt Verzug, um Temperatur‑, UV‑ und Chemikalienbeständigkeit – und um Anwendungen, die wirklich funktionieren, von Großbauteilen bis zu gedruckten Booten. Eine Folge für alle, die weg von PLA‑Kompromissen wollen und verstehen möchten, wie Materialkompetenz Innovation im 3D‑Druck erst möglich macht.

Contributing writer Jake Fogleman and I cover a new analysis of violent crime data that appears to show a further record drop in murder. We also discuss New York Governor Kathy Hochul's signing of a novel restriction on 3D printers aimed at preventing them from being used to create gun parts. Stories: -https://thereload.com/report-america-on-track-for-lowest-murder-rate-ever/ -https://thereload.com/new-york-bans-digital-gun-files-aims-at-3d-printers-capable-of-using-them/ -https://thereload.com/eighth-circuit-dismisses-challenge-to-minnesota-gun-carry-reciprocity-restrictions/ -https://thereload.com/analysis-where-is-dojs-gun-rights-restoration-plan-member-exclusive/ -https://www.virginiascope.com/virginia-state-police-to-start-background-checks-on-private-gun-sales-again/

Ich spreche darüber, warum Auslastung im 3D‑Druck nichts mit Wirtschaftlichkeit zu tun hat und wie falsches Mindset ganze Technologien entwertet. Ich zeige, weshalb es nicht darum geht, möglichst viel zu drucken, sondern die richtigen Bauteile mit der richtigen Technologie - ob FDM, SLS oder Dienstleister. Und ich erkläre, warum Ego, "Shiny Objects" und falsch verstandene Innovation viele Unternehmen davon abhalten, 3D‑Druck als echtes, profitables Werkzeug zu nutzen.

Ich spreche darüber, warum KI im 3D‑Druck nicht technisch komplex sein muss, sondern vor allem im Vertrieb, Marketing und in der Positionierung ihren größten Hebel hat. Ich erkläre, wie 3D‑Druck‑Dienstleister mit den richtigen KI‑Setups schneller an Premiumkunden, bessere Projekte und deutlich höhere Margen kommen. Und ich mache klar, weshalb Chatten mit KI kein KI‑Einsatz ist - sondern nur diejenigen gewinnen, die KI konsequent als profitables Werkzeug im Geschäftsmodell nutzen.

In dieser Folge spreche ich darüber, welche unterschätzten Einschränkungen im 3D‑Druck den tatsächlichen Mehrwert verhindern, obwohl die Technologie enorme Flexibilität bietet. Ich erläutere, warum Materialgewohnheiten, festgefahrene Ökosysteme und fehlende konstruktive Weiterentwicklung häufig die größten Bremsklötze sind. Außerdem zeige ich auf, wie Unternehmen ihr Mindset erweitern, neue Materialien und Technologien sinnvoll einsetzen und das volle Potenzial der additiven Fertigung ausschöpfen können.

Send us Fan MailPeaches is back for the May 6 Daily Drop—and yeah… this one's stacked.The U.S. is pulling 5,000 troops out of Germany, the Marines are flooding units with kamikaze drones, and the Pentagon just signed AI deals with OpenAI, Google, Microsoft, Amazon, Nvidia, and SpaceX because apparently the robot wars are no longer “future tense.” Meanwhile, the A-10 refuses to die—this time helping rescue a civilian boater in Florida—while the Air Force doubles down on electronic warfare, missile defense, and finally gets the T-7 trainer moving.Oh—and Space Force casually adds another $4 BILLION to surveillance satellites while two U.S. service members are missing during an African exercise.Peaches keeps it blunt: alliances are shifting, warfare is evolving, and if you still think drones and AI are “coming someday”… you're already behind.Bottom line: adapt now… or get left behind.⏱️ Timestamps: 00:00 Daily Drop—Let's Get After It 01:00 Tasty Gains & Prep Programs 03:00 5,000 Troops Leaving Germany 05:00 Europe's Fuel Problem Is Real 07:00 Drones & 3D Printers in the Jungle 09:00 Tomahawks Fired in the Philippines 11:00 New Drone Warfare Unit in Germany 13:00 82nd Airborne Goes AI 15:00 Strait of Hormuz Escalation 17:00 USS Higgins Loses Power 19:00 AI Mine Warfare Begins 21:00 Marines Replace Recon Training 23:00 3,500 FPV Drones Hit the Fleet 25:00 Pennsylvania OTS Is LIVE 27:00 Afghanistan Units Finally Honored 29:00 A-10 Saves a Civilian 31:00 Arctic Warfare Gets Real 33:00 $500M for Aircraft Defense 35:00 T-7 Finally Moves Forward 37:00 Compass Call Fleet Expands 39:00 Space Force Gets Billions More 41:00 Danger Pay Could DOUBLE 43:00 Two U.S. Troops Missing 45:00 Final Thought—The Future Is Already Here

In dieser Folge des 3D Druck Podcasts teile ich offen, warum so viele 3D Druck Nerds trotz voller Printfarm keinen echten Umsatz machen und sich selbst im Weg stehen. Ich erzähle, wie technische Perfektion, Automatisierungswahn und Plattformabhängigkeit regelmäßig verhindern, dass ein profitables Geschäftsmodell entsteht. Ich zeige, weshalb Vermarktung, Positionierung und Vertrieb heute wichtiger sind als jede noch so ausgefeilte Druckereinstellung. Und ich erkläre, wie ich selbst Dienstleister dabei unterstütze, weniger zu drucken, aber deutlich mehr zu verdienen – mit den richtigen Kunden und dem richtigen Mindset.

In this weeks episode, Tyler dives into 3d printer enclosures. He goes over what they are, when they should be used, and most importantly, when they shouldn't be used. LISTEN TO ALL EPISODES AD FREE AND EARLY AND SUPPORT ME: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠patreon.com/3dPrintingBasics⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠FOLLOW THE NEW INSTAGRAM: ⁠⁠⁠Https://instagram.com/3dprintingbasics⁠⁠⁠ASK ME A QUESTION: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://forms.gle/beWEtdsm1eLKFUdh6⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠WEBSITE:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ www.3dprintingbasicspod.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

A 3D Printer is a great tool for making things for ham radio. What are our go to-prints? What do we keep printing over and over again, and what is really useful?Please join our discord over at https://hamshow.eu/discordTEHRS is: @labcat73 @LB4FH @LB0FI @radiohyperactivity @AH6UN_OE4JHW #hamradio #amateurradio #amateurfunk

Jon Westfall and I kicked off episode 607 with the news that Tim Cook is stepping down as Apple's CEO to become Chairman, with John Ternus taking the helm this September. We speculated that his leadership might usher in a full "Neo" ecosystem—budget-friendly iPads and iPhones—that could finally bring the cost of a complete Apple setup under $1,500 for students. Jon is already leaning into this student-centric future by using NotebookLM to "chunk" his 75-minute lectures into digestible videos and activities, a strategy that is saving him hours of summer prep. I spent some time on a "mini rant" about the state of budget Android tablets; while you can find great hardware for under $150, these devices almost never receive security or OS updates, effectively making them disposable e-waste. On the infrastructure side, the "router apocalypse" continues as the FCC's ban on foreign-made hardware looms, though Amazon Eero recently secured an exemption through October 2027. To prepare for a post-exemption world, I'm preparing to experiment with OpenWrt on an old travel router. We wrapped up with a look at the startling 2026 price hikes for storage—where a SSD drive that cost $350 last year is now nearly $1,000—and a discussion of encouraging  maker culture for young people. We debated whether encouraging preteens to use 3D printers and AI coding tools like Codex is better than traditional hobbies, reflecting on the Heathkits and "dangerous" chemistry sets of my own youth.

This week's pod, we dive deep into two heavy topics around well-meaning government laws that have far-reaching negative effects on technology. Starting with the push to force the OS to be the arbiter of age controls for applications, followed by different bills and restrictions working their way through state and federal governments, and attempts to restrict 3D printers.But first, a quick recap of the tech news!Send us Fan MailSupport the showThis video is brought to you by us! Check out HomeLab Gear here: https://homelabgear.shop/Visit our website here: https://2guystek.tv/ for all things 2GT! And thank you so much for listening!

Brad's out this week, so Norman Chan takes the guest chair to talk us through the current state of the art in 3D printing. We cover the latest in FDM printers, whether resin printers are right for you, the best places to find 3D models to print, how you can edit and adjust the models you want to print, and a whole lot more!  Support the Pod! Contribute to the Tech Pod Patreon and get access to our booming Discord, a monthly bonus episode, your name in the credits, and other great benefits! You can support the show at: https://patreon.com/techpod

Will from the Bear Paw Resort and I talk about how a 3D printer can be a part of your home tool set. Eric's Amazon Page affiliate link: https://geni.us/5UWTG  Sign Up For My Free Newsletters: https://www.gardenfork.tv/email/ Here are 2 After Shows for you to check out, please consider becoming a Patron of GF. https://www.patreon.com/posts/138069613  https://www.patreon.com/posts/free-after-show-122506027  Here's one of the many Labs pics I post for patrons: https://www.patreon.com/posts/step-away-and-be-122999799 Please considering supporting the GF world by becoming a supporter on Patreon. You get weekly Labrador and behind the scenes photos and vids, plus the Patron-only GardenFork Radio After Show. :) https://www.patreon.com/gardenfork Check out the new Cool Stuff emails: Cool Stuff #1 https://preview.mailerlite.com/n3c9y8y8a2 Cool Stuff #2 https://preview.mailerlite.com/h7o6t7l9a6 Start your Amazon shopping using our affiliate link: https://geni.us/5UWTG  The Tools I Use: https://geni.us/bXV6a7  GardenFork receives compensation when you use our affiliate links. This is how we pay the bills ;) Email me: gardenfork87@gmail.com Watch us on YouTube: www.youtube.com/gardenfork Music used on the podcast is licensed by AudioBlocks and Unique Tracks ©2026 GardenFork Media LLC All Rights Reserved GardenFork Radio is produced in Brooklyn, NY

Drew broke Linux, and is mad at his 3D Printer. Paul shares some exciting news about the Podcast. Drew sends his car in for a spa day, and Paul has some thoughts on the current season of Diablo 4. Drew wraps up by sharing his frustration with his HOA. Recorded 03/12/26 Show links: Podcast Duration Calculator MacWhisper Parakeet Doing Their Best Performance Auto Spa Adam's Polishes Car Bonnet Hood Bra For Honda Accord 94 Quake Brutalist Jam III Diablo 2

This episode is a hybrid Neph 2 America + NDS Chronicles, and it gets weird fast.Raven and TopLobsta bounce between dreams, personal paranormal experiences, and listener-style storytelling while reacting in real time to strange encounters and spiritual moments.The conversation starts with a vivid dream discussion, including talking in your sleep, recurring dream behavior, and how dreams can feel more real than reality. From there it spirals into stories involving demonic encounters, astral-like experiences, and moments where perception and reality blur together.Topics include:A detailed dream breakdown and sleep behavior discussionTalking about invoking the “blood of Christ” inside a dreamPersonal college paranormal experiencesSeeing things astrally from another roomCalling out something as a literal demonic presenceThe hilarious but bizarre “ghost car” bitDiscussion of whether listeners should submit their own stories to NDS ChroniclesThis episode feels less like a structured show and more like a late-night conversation where everything drifts between comedy, theology, and the supernatural.

Use a Mirror, So ya got a 3D Printer, Printing on cloth

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Erik from Root Simple joins me to talk about his free 3D printer, the challenges of using it, why I want one, and making chairs from scratch.  Erik's site is at www.rootsimple.com  Eric's Amazon Page affiliate link: https://geni.us/5UWTG  AI Robot Free NY Times link here: https://www.nytimes.com/2026/02/12/us/elliq-ai-robot-senior-companion.html?unlocked_article_code=1.L1A.njZ7.t-w1TYh5pU7N&smid=nytcore-ios-share Sign Up For My Free Newsletters: https://www.gardenfork.tv/email/ Here are 2 After Shows for you to check out, please consider becoming a Patron of GF. https://www.patreon.com/posts/138069613  https://www.patreon.com/posts/free-after-show-122506027  Here's one of the many Labs pics I post for patrons: https://www.patreon.com/posts/step-away-and-be-122999799 Please considering supporting the GF world by becoming a supporter on Patreon. You get weekly Labrador and behind the scenes photos and vids, plus the Patron-only GardenFork Radio After Show. :) https://www.patreon.com/gardenfork Check out the new Cool Stuff emails: Cool Stuff #1 https://preview.mailerlite.com/n3c9y8y8a2 Cool Stuff #2 https://preview.mailerlite.com/h7o6t7l9a6 Start your Amazon shopping using our affiliate link: https://geni.us/5UWTG  The Tools I Use: https://geni.us/bXV6a7  GardenFork receives compensation when you use our affiliate links. This is how we pay the bills ;) Email me: gardenfork87@gmail.com Watch us on YouTube: www.youtube.com/gardenfork Music used on the podcast is licensed by AudioBlocks and Unique Tracks ©2025 GardenFork Media LLC All Rights Reserved GardenFork Radio is produced in Brooklyn, NY

The landscape of Geekdom is shifting beneath our feet! In Episode 460, host Steve "Megatron" Phillips and TFG1Mike break down the massive industry-shaking news that HBO Max and Paramount+ are officially merging into a single streaming titan. We discuss what this means for your wallet and Paramount's promise to let the HBO brand "operate with independence."We also dive into a serious local and national issue: Colorado's proposed law that could force surveillance on 3D printers to regulate digital files. Is this a necessary safety measure, or are we officially living in a surveillance state? Plus, we cover SAG-AFTRA's move to organize the booming video podcast industry, the Supreme Court's major ruling on AI copyrights, and the bizarre news of a Funko-inspired cinematic universe in the works. From "Book Meets World" nostalgia to cleaning up messy news headlines regarding Tubi and Cartoon Network, we've got it all.What you'll get out of this episode:Critical analysis of the Paramount+ and Max merger and its impact on subscribers.A deep dive into the legal battle over 3D printing rights and digital privacy.The latest on AI copyright laws and what the Supreme Court's refusal to hear the case means for creators.A look at the future of video podcasting under SAG-AFTRA labor rules.Get Altered, Get Geeky, with the Altered Geeks!Altered Geek, Steve Phillips, TFG1Mike, Paramount Plus, HBO Max, Streaming Merger, 3D Printing, Colorado Law, Surveillance State, AI Copyright, SAG-AFTRA, Funko Pop, Rideback, Cartoon Network, Tubi, Boy Meets World, Tech News, Podcast Industry, Intellectual Property, Digital Rights,

Curious about adding a 3D printer to your operation? In this episode, we shares insights from manufacturers who have already taken the leap. 

get strong California Wants to Ban 3D Printers | Episode 593 Good morning. This is James from SurvivalPunk.com. It's 29 degrees. The coffee didn't start. The breaker tripped. My headphones weren't charged. My phone was at 9%. I forgot my medicine and had to turn around in the driveway. So yeah — we're already off to a strong start. And today we're talking about something equally annoying: California trying to ban certain 3D printers. Not because they're dangerous. Not because they're exploding. But because the government is afraid of what people might do with them. Let's get into it. The Headline Is Clickbait… But Also Not The headline reads something like: “California to Ban 3D Printers.” That's bombastic. That's designed to grab attention. But it's not entirely wrong. What they're really trying to do is ban non-approved 3D printers, restrict file sharing, and criminalize ways of bypassing those restrictions — all aimed at stopping people from printing “ghost guns.” Ghost guns meaning: firearms printed from polymer without serial numbers. Here's the issue. This isn't a widespread crisis. This is government reacting to a hypothetical problem. 3D Printers Are Still in Their Infancy 3D printers right now are like computers in 1992. How many people had one back then? A few. Most of them weren't doing anything groundbreaking. They were playing Oregon Trail. That's where 3D printing is right now. If you think of ten people you know, maybe one owns a 3D printer. And of those owners? How many are truly using them to their full potential? Most of them sit there like a treadmill with clothes hanging on it. The narrative being pushed makes it sound like garages across America are mass-producing plastic arsenals. That's just not reality. Government Overreach Is the Real Pattern This isn't about safety. It's about control. We've seen this pattern before: Rainwater catchment restrictions.Filter bans.Endless regulatory creep. Every time there's a new tool that increases individual capability, the instinct is to regulate it before it's even a measurable threat. And once a government starts restricting hardware, restricting file sharing, and criminalizing workarounds — that's not about safety anymore. That's about controlling information and capability. That should concern you whether you own a 3D printer or not. Are 3D Printed Guns Even a Real Issue? Here's a question: How many major shootings have involved fully 3D-printed firearms? Not hypotheticals. Not headlines. Not fear narratives. Actual confirmed cases. Very, very few — if any. Most violent crime still involves traditional firearms obtained through traditional means. So we're building legislation around something that's statistically insignificant. Meanwhile, 3D printers are used to make: ToolsRepair partsAdaptersHobby projectsPrototypesFunctional survival gear But because something could be misused, we're talking about banning the tool entirely. That's backwards. If You Live There… You Already Know At some point, you have to ask: Why are you staying in a state that constantly moves the goalposts? You can fight every single regulation. You can try to out-argue lawmakers. Or you can recognize patterns. When governments show you who they are repeatedly, believe them. Sometimes the most strategic move isn't fighting every skirmish. It's relocating to ground that isn't actively hostile to your independence. Freedom isn't about screaming at politicians. It's about positioning yourself where you don't need their permission. Final Thoughts This isn't about 3D printers. It's about capability. Every time technology empowers individuals, there will be pressure to restrict it. The question is simple: Do you want a society where tools are allowed unless proven dangerous? Or one where tools are restricted because someone might misuse them? Preppers understand this better than most. Capability equals resilience. Resilience equals freedom. And freedom doesn't survive well under constant regulation. This is James from SurvivalPunk.com. DIY to survive. Amazon Item OF The Day Creality Ender 3 V3 SE 3D Printer, 250mm/s Faster Print Speed CR Touch Auto Leveling Sprite Direct Extruder Dual Z-Axis Auto Filament Loading Ender 3 Upgrade 3D Printer Print Size 8.66×8.66×9.84 inch Think this post was worth 20 cents? Consider joining The Survivalpunk Army and get access to exclusive content and discounts! Don't forget to join in on the road to 1k! Help James Survivalpunk Beat Couch Potato Mike to 1k subscribers on Youtube Want To help make sure there is a podcast Each and every week? Join us on Patreon Subscribe to the Survival Punk Survival Podcast. The most electrifying podcast on survival entertainment. Itunes Pandora RSS Spotify Like this post? Consider signing up for my email list here > Subscribe Join Our Exciting Facebook Group and get involved Survival Punk Punk's The post California Wants to Ban 3D Printers | Episode 593 appeared first on Survivalpunk.

In this episode, we are joined by Radek of RH3D. Brought to you by Sovol. Get $10-20 OFF on Sovol 3D Printers: https://jle.vi/sovol (use code NEXTLAYER)Radek is the engineer, architect, woodworker, and maker behind RH3D, a project best known in the 3D printing community for breathing new life into aging Ender 3 printers. His most recognized work, E3NG, reuses approximately 68–78% of an Ender 3 to build a fundamentally new, more capable 3D printer—challenging the idea that old machines should simply be replaced.Born in the Czech Republic and raised in a family of mechanical engineers, Radek was immersed in problem-solving and hands-on creation from an early age. His path took him through architecture school, years running a woodworking business, and eventually back to architecture—while continuing to design and develop advanced 3D printer projects part-time under the RH3D name.Whether you're an Ender 3 owner, a maker who loves modding and rebuilding machines, or someone interested in sustainable approaches to 3D printing hardware, this episode is packed with insight, inspiration, and real-world engineering experience.

Alastair Jennings has been reviewing cameras for a very long time. A chance digression led him to review one of the first RepRap 3D printers. Since then, Alastair has reviewed many dozens of 3D printers over the years for various leading websites, national newspapers, and magazines. He has dozens of systems at home and uses them to make props, camera add-ons, and much more for his work at the local college, where he teaches. Alastair’s knowledge of desktop machines is deep and vast. At the same time, he is also honest and direct; he doesn’t mince his words. We talk to Alastair about the development of desktop 3D printers over the past decade, milestone 3D printers, good printers now, and much more. We talk about the current flock of systems in a very open way and hope that you appreciate Alastair’s deep insight and candor. This episode of the 3DPOD is brought to you by Continuum Powders, industry leaders in sustainable metal powder production. From aerospace to energy, Continuum delivers high-performance powders made from reclaimed materials without compromising quality.   

Oscar Castaño Linares is a professor at the University of Barcelona and a researcher at the Institute for Bioengineering of Catalonia in the department of Biomaterials for Regenerative Therapies. Through his research, Oscar has been working with 3D printers to print scaffolds that enhance the growth of blood vessels. These are like homes for cells to inhabit, so they have to be porous, biodegradable, and non-toxic. Like a craftsman learning a trade, Oscar's research has taken him all over the world to learn new techniques, but with the goal of transferring that knowledge to his students and to other scientists. Oscar joins us to share how he can print these biomaterials while describing his path in science that led him to this research. Show notes at: https://laboutloud.com/2026/02/episode-285-biomaterials/

Welcome to Episode 420 of the Microsoft Cloud IT Pro Podcast. In this episode, Scott is back for a lighthearted discussion on some of the new tech and toys and that Ben and Scott picked up over the holidays. Listen in as Ben tries to convince Scott he needs a 3D printer and some feedback on the gadgets they both picked up. Your support makes this show possible! Please consider becoming a premium member for access to live shows and more. Check out our membership options. Show Notes Bambu Lab P2S 3D Printer ViewSonic VP2788-5K 27″ 5K Mac-Ready Monitor with 100% sRGB, 99% DCI-P3, Pantone Validated, Advanced Ergonomics, Thunderbolt 4, USB Hub, HDMI, and DP for Home and Office Everyone needs a UPS Logitech MX Master 4, Ergonomic Wireless Mouse with Advanced Performance Haptic Feedback, Ultra-Fast Scrolling, USB-C Charging, Bluetooth, Windows, MacOS Aqara Presence Sensor FP300 Wireless 5-in-1 Motion Sensor with mmWave, PIR, Light, Temperature & Humidity Detection, Thread & Zigbee, Supports HomeKit, Home Assistant, Alexa, Google Home Unifi Motion Sensor About the sponsors Would you like to become the irreplaceable Microsoft 365 resource for your organization? Let us know!

00:01:12 — PR Above Truth: “Freezing Rain” and the Image-Obsessed StateKnight opens by arguing the administration's fixation on optics over reality reveals a government that treats lying as routine governance. 00:02:09 — The Welfare Magnet and the Manufactured Border CrisisKnight argues mass migration was deliberately engineered through subsidies, then weaponized to justify surveillance and national ID expansion. 00:05:23 — Charity Replaced by State PowerKnight explains how federal welfare displaced voluntary charity, hollowing out moral responsibility while enabling corruption and control. 00:09:07 — The Minneapolis ICE Shooting: Escalation Without CauseKnight reconstructs the incident to show how unnecessary force—not threat—led to the killing of an already restrained man. 00:12:34 — Masked Agents and Filming Suppression as Proof of GuiltKnight argues police masking themselves and blocking cameras signals awareness of wrongdoing rather than concern for safety. 00:31:52 — “I Felt Threatened”: The Magic Words That Legalize KillingKnight dismantles the doctrine that subjective fear now functions as a universal legal shield for lethal force. 01:00:02 — “Defensive Shots” and Absolute Immunity as State DoctrineKnight exposes how sanitized language is used to retroactively justify killings and shut down investigation. 01:01:24 — Technocrat Puppets and the Myth of Electoral ChoiceKnight argues both parties now operate as a managed technocratic system rather than genuine representation. 01:05:18 — MAGA's Willingness to Believe Lies for BloodlustKnight warns that hatred of the left has overridden moral restraint, leading conservatives to excuse state violence. 01:15:56 — Due Process Is a Human Right, Not a Citizenship PrivilegeKnight insists stripping due process from non-citizens guarantees its eventual removal from everyone. 01:44:45 — 3D Printers as the Next Trojan Horse for Total ControlKnight argues “ghost gun” laws are really about embedding censorship and permission systems into all home manufacturing. 01:59:08 — Jury Nullification as the Last Peaceful DefenseKnight closes by arguing the ballot box has failed, leaving informed juries as the final non-violent check on a lawless state. Money should have intrinsic value AND transactional privacy: Go to https://davidknight.gold/ for great deals on physical gold/silver For 10% off Gerald Celente's prescient Trends Journal, go to https://trendsjournal.com/ and enter the code KNIGHT Find out more about the show and where you can watch it at TheDavidKnightShow.com If you would like to support the show and our family please consider subscribing monthly here: SubscribeStar https://www.subscribestar.com/the-david-knight-showOr you can send a donation throughMail: David Knight POB 994 Kodak, TN 37764Zelle: @DavidKnightShow@protonmail.comCash App at: $davidknightshowBTC to: bc1qkuec29hkuye4xse9unh7nptvu3y9qmv24vanh7Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-david-knight-show--2653468/support.

00:01:12 — PR Above Truth: “Freezing Rain” and the Image-Obsessed StateKnight opens by arguing the administration's fixation on optics over reality reveals a government that treats lying as routine governance. 00:02:09 — The Welfare Magnet and the Manufactured Border CrisisKnight argues mass migration was deliberately engineered through subsidies, then weaponized to justify surveillance and national ID expansion. 00:05:23 — Charity Replaced by State PowerKnight explains how federal welfare displaced voluntary charity, hollowing out moral responsibility while enabling corruption and control. 00:09:07 — The Minneapolis ICE Shooting: Escalation Without CauseKnight reconstructs the incident to show how unnecessary force—not threat—led to the killing of an already restrained man. 00:12:34 — Masked Agents and Filming Suppression as Proof of GuiltKnight argues police masking themselves and blocking cameras signals awareness of wrongdoing rather than concern for safety. 00:31:52 — “I Felt Threatened”: The Magic Words That Legalize KillingKnight dismantles the doctrine that subjective fear now functions as a universal legal shield for lethal force. 01:00:02 — “Defensive Shots” and Absolute Immunity as State DoctrineKnight exposes how sanitized language is used to retroactively justify killings and shut down investigation. 01:01:24 — Technocrat Puppets and the Myth of Electoral ChoiceKnight argues both parties now operate as a managed technocratic system rather than genuine representation. 01:05:18 — MAGA's Willingness to Believe Lies for BloodlustKnight warns that hatred of the left has overridden moral restraint, leading conservatives to excuse state violence. 01:15:56 — Due Process Is a Human Right, Not a Citizenship PrivilegeKnight insists stripping due process from non-citizens guarantees its eventual removal from everyone. 01:44:45 — 3D Printers as the Next Trojan Horse for Total ControlKnight argues “ghost gun” laws are really about embedding censorship and permission systems into all home manufacturing. 01:59:08 — Jury Nullification as the Last Peaceful DefenseKnight closes by arguing the ballot box has failed, leaving informed juries as the final non-violent check on a lawless state. Money should have intrinsic value AND transactional privacy: Go to https://davidknight.gold/ for great deals on physical gold/silver For 10% off Gerald Celente's prescient Trends Journal, go to https://trendsjournal.com/ and enter the code KNIGHT Find out more about the show and where you can watch it at TheDavidKnightShow.com If you would like to support the show and our family please consider subscribing monthly here: SubscribeStar https://www.subscribestar.com/the-david-knight-showOr you can send a donation throughMail: David Knight POB 994 Kodak, TN 37764Zelle: @DavidKnightShow@protonmail.comCash App at: $davidknightshowBTC to: bc1qkuec29hkuye4xse9unh7nptvu3y9qmv24vanh7Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-real-david-knight-show--5282736/support.

This might be the best sci-fi book out there about nanotechnology. But Stephenson has so many good ones that this one isn't his best book - some of the characters lose their way, and it drags in the middle. Oh, and one more good recommendation we forgot while we were recording - check out Blood Music by Greg Bear if you want a biological twist on nanotech!Join the Hugonauts book club on discordOr you can watch our episodes on YouTube if you prefer videoAs always, no spoilers until the end when we get into the full plot explanation and discussion.Similar books we recommend: Snow Crash by Neal StephensonNeuromancer by William GibsonCory DoctorowPrey by Michael CrichtonThis episode is sponsored by Har Megiddon by Ron Bennett.If you want to jump around, here are the timestamps for the episode:   00:00 Intro00:47 Book setup1:49 Sponsor - Har Megiddon2:22 Our review 3.25/53:53 Great sections - and stinkers4:47 Incredible technology7:33 Hard to visualize?9:38 Dances with Wolves10:17 Labor saving devices13:59 Neal's infodumps19:25 Book structure25:47 Sponsor - Har Megiddon26:08 Similar books we recommend28:40 Spoilers section - book summary31:30 Spoilers section - discussion

In this episode, I am joined by my colleague, Keyah Frazier, for a deep dive into the art of goal setting and vision planning. We explore the power of incorporating new ideas—like setting a "theme" for the year—to maintain long-term motivation. We also compare their individual goal-setting styles, highlighting that there is no "one-size-fits-all" approach to personal growth. Whether you are a rigid planner or a fluid dreamer, this conversation is all about discovering the unique systems that work best for you. Shout Outs and Plugs Keyah LinkedIn:  If you have a question for the podcast call 571-336-6560 or leave a question via this Google Form. Five Minute Journal by Intelligent Change Affiliate Code: https://www.intelligentchange.com/?rfsn=4621464.017186 Tappy Card "Electronic Business Card" Affiliate Code:  https://tappycard.com?ref:philip-wilkerson Please leave a rating/review of the Podcast https://lovethepodcast.com/positivephilter Intro music provided by DJ BIGyoks. Check out his Instagram and Soundcloud channel can be found here:  https://www.instagram.com/beats.byyoks/ https://soundcloud.com/dj-bigyoks Outro music provided by Ryan Rosemond. Check out his Soundcloud channel here: https://soundcloud.com/brothersrosemond/albums  Purchase "Forty Years of Advice" by Philip Wilkerson: https://a.co/d/2qYMlqu Leave Your Feedback by filling out this audience survey: https://forms.gle/ncoNvWxMq2A6Zw2q8 Sign up for Positive Philter Weekly Newsletter: http://eepurl.com/g-LOqL Please follow Positive Philter: Positive Philter Facebook Page Positive Philter Twitter Positive Philter Instagram  If you would like to support the podcast, please consider donating to the Positive Philter Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/positivephilter Positive Philter was selected by FeedSpot as Top 20 Positive Thinking Podcasts on the web. https://blog.feedspot.com/positive_thinking_podcasts/ Jeff's Anti-Hunger Fund The Positive Philter Podcast is dedicated to Jeff Kirsch. A long-time supporter of the show and a major influence on this show's growth. Please support the careers of future advocates by donating to the Jeff Kirsch Fund for Anti-Hunger Advocacy. This fund was named after Jeff Kirsch for his decades of service in fighting hunger and inequality. Link to fund: https://frac.org/kirschfund Pats for Patriots  If you are a member of the #MasonNation, please consider sending a Pats for Patriots. Pats for Patriots are a free and easy way to thank, recognize, show appreciation for a Mason colleague or student who has taken the time to do something kind, generous or thoughtful towards others. For more information, visit: https://forms.office.com/r/HRZGvhdJEA We have received more than 2,000 nominations from the Mason community so far. Keep those nominations coming in! Steam Pilots Program Steam Pilots, Inc. is a Virginia-based 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Their goal is to improve the state of STEAM education in America. STEAM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math. They achieve this through pro bono programs delivered to K-12 students and institutions in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. Steam Pilots is hoping to raise funds for STEAM kits, supplies, and modest stipends for the interns who work with me. Currently, they have an urgent need for 3D Printers, Robotics Kits, and Cybersecurity teaching tools. Link to GoFundMe:  https://gofund.me/38eeaed2

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In this episode of the Crazy Wisdom Podcast, host Stewart Alsop interviews Aurelio Gialluca, an economist and full stack data professional who works across finance, retail, and AI as both a data engineer and machine learning developer, while also exploring human consciousness and psychology. Their wide-ranging conversation covers the intersection of science and psychology, the unique cultural characteristics that make Argentina a haven for eccentrics (drawing parallels to the United States), and how Argentine culture has produced globally influential figures from Borges to Maradona to Che Guevara. They explore the current AI landscape as a "centralizing force" creating cultural homogenization (particularly evident in LinkedIn's cookie-cutter content), discuss the potential futures of AI development from dystopian surveillance states to anarchic chaos, and examine how Argentina's emotionally mature, non-linear communication style might offer insights for navigating technological change. The conversation concludes with Gialluca describing his ambitious project to build a custom water-cooled workstation with industrial-grade processors for his quantitative hedge fund, highlighting the practical challenges of heat management and the recent tripling of RAM prices due to market consolidation.Timestams00:00 Exploring the Intersection of Psychology and Science02:55 Cultural Eccentricity: Argentina vs. the United States05:36 The Influence of Religion on National Identity08:50 The Unique Argentine Cultural Landscape11:49 Soft Power and Cultural Influence14:48 Political Figures and Their Cultural Impact17:50 The Role of Sports in Shaping National Identity20:49 The Evolution of Argentine Music and Subcultures23:41 AI and the Future of Cultural Dynamics26:47 Navigating the Chaos of AI in Culture33:50 Equilibrating Society for a Sustainable Future35:10 The Patchwork Age: Decentralization and Society35:56 The Impact of AI on Human Connection38:06 Individualism vs. Collective Rules in Society39:26 The Future of AI and Global Regulations40:16 Biotechnology: The Next Frontier42:19 Building a Personal AI Lab45:51 Tiers of AI Labs: From Personal to Industrial48:35 Mathematics and AI: The Foundation of Innovation52:12 Stochastic Models and Predictive Analytics55:47 Building a Supercomputer: Hardware InsightsKey Insights1. Argentina's Cultural Exceptionalism and Emotional Maturity: Argentina stands out globally for allowing eccentrics to flourish and having a non-linear communication style that Gialluca describes as "non-monotonous systems." Argentines can joke profoundly and be eccentric while simultaneously being completely organized and straightforward, demonstrating high emotional intelligence and maturity that comes from their unique cultural blend of European romanticism and Latino lightheartedness.2. Argentina as an Underrecognized Cultural Superpower: Despite being introverted about their achievements, Argentina produces an enormous amount of global culture through music, literature, and iconic figures like Borges, Maradona, Messi, and Che Guevara. These cultural exports have shaped entire generations worldwide, with Argentina "stealing the thunder" from other nations and creating lasting soft power influence that people don't fully recognize as Argentine.3. AI's Cultural Impact Follows Oscillating Patterns: Culture operates as a dynamic system that oscillates between centralization and decentralization like a sine wave. AI currently represents a massive centralizing force, as seen in LinkedIn's homogenized content, but this will inevitably trigger a decentralization phase. The speed of this cultural transformation has accelerated dramatically, with changes that once took generations now happening in years.4. The Coming Bifurcation of AI Futures: Gialluca identifies two extreme possible endpoints for AI development: complete centralized control (the "Mordor" scenario with total surveillance) or complete chaos where everyone has access to dangerous capabilities like creating weapons or viruses. Finding a middle path between these extremes is essential for society's survival, requiring careful equilibrium between accessibility and safety.5. Individual AI Labs Are Becoming Democratically Accessible: Gialluca outlines a tier system for AI capabilities, where individuals can now build "tier one" labs capable of fine-tuning models and processing massive datasets for tens of thousands of dollars. This democratization means that capabilities once requiring teams of PhD scientists can now be achieved by dedicated individuals, fundamentally changing the landscape of AI development and access.6. Hardware Constraints Are the New Limiting Factor: While AI capabilities are rapidly advancing, practical implementation is increasingly constrained by hardware availability and cost. RAM prices have tripled in recent months, and the challenge of managing enormous heat output from powerful processors requires sophisticated cooling systems. These physical limitations are becoming the primary bottleneck for individual AI development.7. Data Quality Over Quantity Is the Critical Challenge: The main bottleneck for AI advancement is no longer energy or GPUs, but high-quality data for training. Early data labeling efforts produced poor results because labelers lacked domain expertise. The future lies in reinforcement learning (RL) environments where AI systems can generate their own high-quality training data, representing a fundamental shift in how AI systems learn and develop.

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Today, this is what's important: Traveling, January 6th, Blake's mustache, gifts, New Years plans, Bruno Mars, billionaires, pets, & more. Click here for more information about the This Is Important Cruise Feb 22nd-26th!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're back in the studio for a Saturday morning comic book unboxing with our friend Martin from Epic Panels! In this episode, we crack open a massive comic bundle packed with DC and Marvel classics, unexpected deep cuts, and collector favorites — all while talking shop about the comic business, holiday collecting, and what makes a great blind box haul. We also kick things off with DCU news, including James Gunn's Brainiac announcement, share a real-life update that puts everything into perspective, and then dive headfirst into stacks of comics featuring X-Men, Batman, Silver Surfer, Spawn, Avengers, and more. If you love comic book collecting, unboxings, deep lore, or discovering hidden gems, this episode is for you. Subscribe, like, and share if you enjoy comic culture conversations and collector deep dives. 00:00 – James Gunn Announces Brainiac for DCU 00:50 – Welcome Back to Mostly Superheroes (Saturday Hangout) 01:20 – Dangerous Box Cutters & Comic Unboxing Anxiety 01:59 – Epic Panels Intro & Blind Comic Variety Packs 02:36 – Building a Comic Collection (Spinner Racks & Sharing Guilt) 03:09 – Live Unboxing Begins (Tech Issues & Zoom Cam Chaos) 03:40 – Life Update: Nora's Orbital Cellulitis Hospital Scare 05:13 – Why You Never Ignore Eye Infections 06:08 – Hospital During Christmas (Santa Visits & Lego Gifts) 06:35 – Martin Joins the Stream (Epic Panels Owner Intro) 07:47 – Holiday Comic Hustle: Orders, Yard Sales & Shop Runs 08:27 – Epic Panels Business Model Explained 09:34 – Building a One-Person Streaming Comic Business 10:18 – Epic Panels Comic Box Unboxing Begins 11:13 – Stickers, Extras & Community Perks 12:05 – Christmas With Superheroes (Golden Age DC Reprints) 13:22 – Superman vs the Mob (Golden Age Villains Explained) 14:42 – First Impressions of the 30-Comic Variety Pack 15:24 – Amazing X-Men & X-Men Popularity Boom 16:13 – Video Games Driving Comic Demand (Marvel Rivals Effect) 17:21 – X-Men: Deadly Genesis & Vulcan Origin Explained 19:54 – Rapid Fire Comics Round Begins 20:47 – Punisher: Final Days & 90s Controversies 22:12 – Silver Surfer & The Road to Infinity Gauntlet 23:51 – Iconic Foil Covers & Comic Collecting Memories 24:32 – Convention Talk: Two Rivers Comic Con Plans 25:06 – New Universe Comics & Marvel Office Drama 25:47 – Camelot 3000 (Alan Moore Pre-Watchmen Era) 26:31 – Detective Comics #521 (Classic Batman Fun) 26:42 – No Escape: 90s Movie Comic Adaptations 27:16 – Night Man: Saxophone Superhero Madness 28:30 – Nocturne & Discovering Hidden Comic Gems 28:59 – Spawn vs Batman (90s Crossover Breakdown) 29:55 – Holiday Reflections & Running a Creative Business 31:40 – Christmas Gifts, 3D Printers & Surprise Ruined 33:17 – Avengers #357 & 30th Anniversary Storyline Watch, Listen, Subscribe and Support at www.mostlysuperheroes.com  ©2025 Carrogan Studios

The Smart 7 is an award winning daily podcast, in association with METRO that gives you everything you need to know in 7 minutes, at 7am, 7 days a week...With over 19 million downloads and consistently charting, including as No. 1 News Podcast on Spotify, we're a trusted source for people every day and the Sunday 7 won a Gold Award as “Best Conversation Starter” in the International Signal Podcast Awards If you're enjoying it, please follow, share, or even post a review, it all helps...Today's episode includes the following guests:Jared Isaacman - New NASA Administrator, former pilot, a Fintech billionaire, and the first non professional astronaut to complete a space walkAshley Korzun - Senior Tech Lead for Retropropulsion and Plume Surface Interaction at the NASA Langley Research CentreMajor Tim Peake CMG - Retired British astronautWIll Guyatt - The Smart 7's Tech Guru Silvia Massa - Head of the Italian Government's ENEA Agriculture Research Lab Ermannao Petricca - Director of ELThubDr Gideon Meyerowitz-Katz - Specialist in diabetes self management application and chronic disease management, he's also creator of the “Health Nerd” blogElon Musk - Former Civil servant and Founder of Neuralink Jack Bloomfield - Head of Marketing at X Ray GlassFather Jose Francisco Syquia - Director of the Archdiocese of Manila's Office on ExorcismGuillermo Del Toro - Filmmaker and Director of “Frankenstein”Joseph Gordon Levitt - Co Founder the Creative Coalition on AI Paul W Fleming - General Secretary of Equity in the UK Modar Alaoui - American venture capitalist, Entrepreneur and the founder of the Humanoid SummitContact us over @TheSmart7pod or visit www.thesmart7.com or find out more at www.metro.co.uk Presented by Ciara Revins, written by Liam Thompson, researched by Lucie Lewis and produced by Daft Doris. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Technieuws Amerikaanse magazine Time roept 'de architecten van AI' uit tot 'Persoon van het Jaar’ Europese unie verplicht elke laptop met USB-C na april 2026 Roomba gaat in vereffening en wordt Chinees Tesla start test met Robotaxi zonder veiligheidsmonitor aan boord SpaceX wil in tweede helft van 2026 naar de beurs Amazon stopt met AI gegenereerde video-samenvattingen Reportage ‘Vergeten vrouwen in tech: Dorothy Vaughan’ Dorothy Vaughan | Hidden Figures Deep dive Doxing as a service

In this end-of-year AwesomeCast, hosts Michael Sorg and Katie Dudas are joined by original AwesomeCast co-host Rob De La Cretaz for a wide-ranging discussion on the biggest tech shifts of 2025 — and what's coming next. The panel breaks down how AI tools became genuinely useful in everyday workflows, from content production and health tracking to decision-making and trend analysis. Rob shares why Bambu Labs 3D printers represent a turning point in consumer and professional 3D printing, removing friction and making rapid prototyping accessible for creators, engineers, and hobbyists alike. The episode also covers the evolving role of AI in media creation, concerns around over-reliance and trust, and why human-made content may soon become a premium feature. Intern Mac reflects on changing career paths into media production, while the crew revisits their 2025 tech predictions, holds themselves accountable, and locks in bold forecasts for 2026. Plus: Chachi's Video Game Minute, AI competition heating up, Apple Vision Pro speculation, and why “AI inside” may need clearer definitions moving forward.

Julian Sequeira from PyBites joins Sean and Kelly to share their top holiday gift picks for coders, makers, and educators. This episode features 15+ gift ideas ranging from budget-friendly maker tools to classroom robots—plus book recommendations, coding platforms, and a few surprises. Show Notes Wins of the Week Julian: Staying focused on "the one thing" at PyBites, plus 3D printing a custom cappuccino stencil for his local café Kelly: Surviving a muddy, clay-covered hill in North Carolina while on vacation Sean: Designing and 3D printing a custom bracket for his screen door using Fusion 360 Holiday Gift Ideas Julian's Picks Hoverboard with Go-Kart Attachment (~$299 AUD) - Two-wheeled self-balancing boards that can convert to a go-kart with a third wheel attachment. Available at Hoveroo (https://hoveroo.com.au) in Australia. Secret Coders Book Series (~$10-20 USD each) - A six-book graphic novel series that wraps coding puzzles and concepts into mystery stories. Recommended by Faye Shaw from the Boston PyLadies community. Great for ages 8-15. 3D Printer (~$200-300 USD) - Entry-level printers like the Bambu Lab A1 Mini or Elegoo Neptune 4 Pro have dropped significantly in price. Look for auto bed leveling as a key feature. Duolingo Chess (~$13/month with subscription) - A new addition to Duolingo that teaches chess tactics, strategy, and formal terminology through structured lessons. Great for building problem-solving skills. Classic Video Games (Zelda, Pokémon) - Story-driven games that build resilience and problem-solving skills, as an alternative to dopamine-heavy platforms like Roblox. Kelly's Picks Soccer Bot (~$59.99) - An indoor soccer training robot that challenges footwork skills. Works best on hard floors. "The Worlds I See" by Dr. Fei-Fei Li - Memoir of the computer scientist behind ImageNet and modern image recognition, covering her immigrant journey and rise in AI. A must-read for anyone interested in AI. LEGO Retro Radio Building Set (~$99) - A 1970s-style radio that you build, then insert your phone to play music. Features working dials that create authentic radio crackle sounds. Spydroid Loco Hex Robot (classroom investment) - A large spider-shaped robot that codes in Python and block programming. Features LIDAR and AI-based mapping. Seen at ISTE. Richtie Mini from Hugging Face ($299-$449) - An adorable AI desktop companion robot with onboard models. Two versions: one that connects to your computer and one that's self-contained. Sean's Picks LED Pucks (LED 001 Kit) (~$6-13) - Small USB-powered LED discs perfect for 3D printed projects like planet lamps. Available from Bambu Labs or Amazon. RGB versions include remote controls. Daily Desk Calendar (~$15-20) - A throwback gift that provides daily doses of humor, trivia, or inspiration. Suggestions include The Far Side, "They Can Talk," or "How to Win Friends and Influence People." PyBites Coding Platform (subscription) - Bite-sized Python challenges for sharpening coding skills. Great for teachers, students, and professionals looking for practical coding practice. Digital Calipers (~$40-50) - USB-rechargeable precision measuring tools essential for 3D printing and maker projects. Great for teaching geometry and measurement concepts. Deburring Tool (~$10) - A small tool with a curved swiveling blade for cleaning up 3D prints. A quality-of-life improvement for any maker's toolkit. Links Mentioned PyBites (https://pybit.es) - Python coaching and coding challenges Hoveroo (https://hoveroo.com.au) - Hoverboards (Australia) Bambu Lab (https://bambulab.com) - 3D printers and LED pucks Printables (https://www.printables.com) - 3D printing models MakerWorld (https://makerworld.com) - 3D printing models Hugging Face Richtie Mini (https://huggingface.co) - AI companion robot Duolingo (https://duolingo.com) - Language learning app with chess Secret Coders book series - Available on Amazon "The Worlds I See" by Dr. Fei-Fei Li - Available at bookstores Upcoming Events PyCon US 2026 - Long Beach, California Education Summit - Proposals open after the holidays, deadline around March/April Submit proposals when the website opens! Special Guest: Julian Sequeira.

Hackaday Editors Elliot Williams and Al Williams met up to cover the best of Hackaday this week, and they want you to listen in. There were a hodgepodge of hacks this week, ranging from home automation with RF, volumetric displays in glass, and some crazy clocks, too. Ever see a typewriter that uses an ink pen? Elliot and Al hadn't either. Want time on a supercomputer? It isn't free, but it is pretty cheap these days. Finally, the guys discussed how to focus on a project like Dan Maloney, who finally got a 3D printer, and talked about Maya Posch's take on LLM intelligence. Check out the links over on Hackaday if you want to follow along, and as always, tell us what you think about this episode in the comments!

In this Round Table episode, Weer'd, Erin, and David discuss: Thanksgiving activities; the shooting of National Guard troops in DC; a Virginia Assistant Principal arrest for plotting to kill ICE agents; how Stand Your Ground is discussed between pro-gun and gun-prohibitionist circuits; California crossing a major line with requiring ID for gun accessories, tools, and 3D Printers; New York requiring background checks for 3D printers; a UK man who was arrested for posting pictures of him shooting guns while in another country on another continent; the Fifth Circuit dismissing a case against a gun-owning marijuana user; and the ATF's streamlining of the system for gaining permission to take your NFA items across state lines. Did you know that we have a Patreon? Join now for the low, low cost of $4/month (that's $1/podcast) and you'll get to listen to our podcast on Friday instead of Mondays, as well as patron-only content like mag dump episodes, our hilarious blooper reels and film tracks. Show Notes: Legendary Green Bean Casserole What we know about the 2 National Guard members shot near White House Suspect who shot National Guard soldiers in DC worked with CIA in Afghanistan  Operation Terror Welcome Virginia High School Assistant Principal and brother ARRESTED for alleged plot to kill ICE agents How "Stand Your Ground" Can Send You to Jail California Need ID for a Barrel Wrench AB 1263 – CNC Milling Machines & Digital Firearm Files (PDF) New York Assembly Bill A02228 - Background Check for 3D Printers Bizarre reason man in UK has just been arrested for holding firearm more than 4,000 miles away in US GUN PIC FURY IT boss 'arrested for posing with gun on Florida holiday and posting picture on LinkedIn'  Fifth Circuit Tosses Another Weed and Guns Conviction as Supreme Court Weighs Issue ATF Streamlines Process for Moving Machineguns, SBRs Across State Lines  

On this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing: Bookish Moments: 3D bookish printing and reading too many books at once Current Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we've been reading lately Deep Dive: taking our top reads from each year 2019-2024 and ranking them The Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading lives Show notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). .  .  .  1:58 - Our Bookish Moments of the Week 3:09 - Book bone 4:33 - 3D Printer 7:49 - Our Current Reads 7:55 - How to Survive A Slasher by Justine Pucella Winans (Kaytee) 12:17 - Fifty Fifty by Steve Cavanagh (Meredith) 13:41 - Thirteen by Steve Cavanagh 15:34 - Fabled Bookshop 17:05 - A Rebellion of Care by David Gate (Kaytee) 17:24 - @davidgatepoet on Instagram 21:15 - Death in the Clouds by Agatha Christie (Meredith) 24:51 - The Murder of Roger Ackroyd by Agatha Christie 24:53 - And Then There Were None by Agatha Christie 25:46 - The Dictionary of Lost Words by Pip Williams (Kaytee) 25:56 - The Novel Neighbor 27:25 - The Liar's Dictionary by Eley Williams 27:27 - The Professor and the Madman by Simon Winchester 28:49 - The Once and Future Witches by Alix E. Harrow 29:39 - The Frozen People by Elly Griffiths (Meredith) 34:39 - The Dream Daughter by Diane Chamberlain 35:16 - Ranking Our Favorites From Years Past Meredith's Top Books 2019-2024 36:36 - A Curse So Dark and Lonely by Brigid Kemmerer (5) 36:41 - Greenwood by Michael Christie (6) 36:46 - A Gentleman in Moscow by Amor Towles (2) 36:53 - The Ten Thousand Doors of January by Alix E Harrow (3) 36:58 - Clytemnestra by Costanza Casati (4)  37:05 - The Tainted Cup by Robert Jackson Bennett (1) Kaytee's Top Books 2019-2024 37:50 - The Dearly Beloved by Cara Wall (3) 37:54 - Pride by Ibi Zoboi (4) 38:00 - All the Lonely People by Mike Gayle (1) 38:13 - Babel by RF Kuang (2) 38:16 - Black Cake by Charmaine Wilkerson (6) 38:18 - All the Colors of the Dark by Chris Whitaker (5) 42:19 - The Count of Monte Cristo be Alexandre Dumas 50:57 - Nettle & Bone by T. Kingfisher 51:57 - Meet Us At The Fountain 52:04 - I wish that I would better prepare for downtime or planned reading. (Kaytee) 54:32 - I wish you would make a top 10 reads every year from now on. (Meredith)   Support Us: Become a Bookish Friend | Grab Some Merch Shop Bookshop dot org | Shop Amazon Bookish Friends Receive: The Indie Press List with a curated list of five books hand sold by the indie of the month. October's IPL takes us back to one of our anchor stores, The Novel Neighbor in St. Louis, Missouri. Love and Chili Peppers with Kaytee and Rebekah - romance lovers get their due with this special episode focused entirely on the best selling genre fiction in the business.  All Things Murderful with Meredith and Elizabeth - special content for the scary-lovers, brought to you with the behind-the-scenes insights of an independent bookseller From the Editor's Desk with Kaytee and Bunmi Ishola - a quarterly peek behind the curtain at the publishing industry The Bookish Friends Facebook Group - where you can build community with bookish friends from around the globe as well as our hosts Connect With Us: The Show: Instagram | Website | Email | Threads The Hosts and Regulars: Meredith | Kaytee | Mary | Roxanna Production and Editing: Megan Phouthavong Evans Affiliate Disclosure: All affiliate links go to Bookshop unless otherwise noted. Shopping here helps keep the lights on and benefits indie bookstores. Thanks for your support!

Saltgator Injection Molding, Purge Calibration, Halloween Ideas

In this episode of Positive Philter, I'm joined by Chris Barrows, host of the Why I Social podcast and co-creator of Traveling Boards. This organization uses board games as tools for leadership development, team building, and education. We dive into Chris's passion for gaming and explore how board games can go far beyond being just a hobby—they can strengthen communication, foster collaboration, and inspire personal and professional growth. This conversation is a reminder that play isn't just for fun—it's a powerful way to learn, lead, and connect with others. Shout Outs and Plugs Traveling Boards Website: https://travelingboards.com/?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaeBLiwOw-jU06Tz5tvrW_GBD-X1r6Cf-CPar8BKnjmtDMqPRWPvyeTGq9pN9Q_aem_MSOkJg5I_iOEzgS_QTMHHQ Traveling Boards Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/travelingboards/ Traveling Boards LinkedIn Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/traveling-boards/ Chris Barrows LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cbarrows/ My guest feature on "Why I Social" Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0S1LGUPOoeKVPl8Tgns3am?si=cLmqUmLBT0yBf6splBaMLQ If you have a question for the podcast call 571-336-6560 or leave a question via this Google Form. Five Minute Journal by Intelligent Change Affiliate Code: https://www.intelligentchange.com/?rfsn=4621464.017186 Tappy Card “Electronic Business Card” Affiliate Code:  https://tappycard.com?ref:philip-wilkerson Please leave a rating/review of the Podcast https://lovethepodcast.com/positivephilter Intro music provided by DJ BIGyoks. Check out his Instagram and Soundcloud channel can be found here:  https://www.instagram.com/beats.byyoks/ https://soundcloud.com/dj-bigyoks Outro music provided by Ryan Rosemond. Check out his Soundcloud channel here: https://soundcloud.com/brothersrosemond/albums  Purchase "Forty Years of Advice" by Philip Wilkerson: https://a.co/d/2qYMlqu Leave Your Feedback by filling out this audience survey: https://forms.gle/ncoNvWxMq2A6Zw2q8 Sign up for Positive Philter Weekly Newsletter: http://eepurl.com/g-LOqL Please follow Positive Philter: Positive Philter Facebook Page Positive Philter Twitter Positive Philter Instagram  If you would like to support the podcast, please consider donating to the Positive Philter Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/positivephilter Positive Philter was selected by FeedSpot as Top 20 Positive Thinking Podcasts on the web. https://blog.feedspot.com/positive_thinking_podcasts/ Jeff's Anti-Hunger Fund The Positive Philter Podcast is dedicated to Jeff Kirsch. A long-time supporter of the show and a major influence on this show's growth. Please support the careers of future advocates by donating to the Jeff Kirsch Fund for Anti-Hunger Advocacy. This fund was named after Jeff Kirsch for his decades of service in fighting hunger and inequality. Link to fund: https://frac.org/kirschfund Pats for Patriots  If you are a member of the #MasonNation, please consider sending a Pats for Patriots. Pats for Patriots are a free and easy way to thank, recognize, show appreciation for a Mason colleague or student who has taken the time to do something kind, generous or thoughtful towards others. For more information, visit: https://forms.office.com/r/HRZGvhdJEA We have received more than 2,000 nominations from the Mason community so far. Keep those nominations coming in! Steam Pilots Program Steam Pilots, Inc. is a Virginia-based 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Their goal is to improve the state of STEAM education in America. STEAM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math. They achieve this through pro bono programs delivered to K-12 students and institutions in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. Steam Pilots is hoping to raise funds for STEAM kits, supplies, and modest stipends for the interns who work with me. Currently, they have an urgent need for 3D Printers, Robotics Kits, and Cybersecurity teaching tools. Link to GoFundMe:  https://gofund.me/38eeaed2  

To plate or not to plate, Another Ikea lamp fix, Reliable Supports

In this episode, I'm joined by local politician Dan Helmer, who represents Virginia's 10th District in southern Fairfax County. I first met Dan when he visited my son's Boy Scout troop, and I've seen firsthand how dedicated he is to serving the Northern Virginia community. In this conversation, we explore his journey into public service, the realities of working in local government, and his practical advice for everyday people who want to get involved and make a difference. This episode serves as a powerful reminder that civic engagement begins locally and that anyone can play a role in creating positive change. Shout Outs and Plugs Dan Helmer LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danhelmer/ Dan Helmer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deldanhelmer/?hl=en Dan Helmer Website: https://danhelmer.com/ Virginia General Assembly Website: https://virginiageneralassembly.gov/?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAacQ1pO2cmMk1dF9B69elKlkMqTWvFRdhF1ERVRU7-bxnc0AjZTz447scQ3N-g_aem_6KV_-9cVlGTX1LFoc4Gs0Q If you have a question for the podcast call 571-336-6560 or leave a question via this Google Form. Five Minute Journal by Intelligent Change Affiliate Code: https://www.intelligentchange.com/?rfsn=4621464.017186 Tappy Card “Electronic Business Card” Affiliate Code:  https://tappycard.com?ref:philip-wilkerson Please leave a rating/review of the Podcast https://lovethepodcast.com/positivephilter Intro music provided by DJ BIGyoks. Check out his Instagram and Soundcloud channel can be found here:  https://www.instagram.com/beats.byyoks/ https://soundcloud.com/dj-bigyoks Outro music provided by Ryan Rosemond. Check out his Soundcloud channel here: https://soundcloud.com/brothersrosemond/albums  Purchase "Forty Years of Advice" by Philip Wilkerson: https://a.co/d/2qYMlqu Leave Your Feedback by filling out this audience survey: https://forms.gle/ncoNvWxMq2A6Zw2q8 Sign up for Positive Philter Weekly Newsletter: http://eepurl.com/g-LOqL Please follow Positive Philter: Positive Philter Facebook Page Positive Philter Twitter Positive Philter Instagram  If you would like to support the podcast, please consider donating to the Positive Philter Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/positivephilter Positive Philter was selected by FeedSpot as Top 20 Positive Thinking Podcasts on the web. https://blog.feedspot.com/positive_thinking_podcasts/ Jeff's Anti-Hunger Fund The Positive Philter Podcast is dedicated to Jeff Kirsch. A long-time supporter of the show and a major influence on this show's growth. Please support the careers of future advocates by donating to the Jeff Kirsch Fund for Anti-Hunger Advocacy. This fund was named after Jeff Kirsch for his decades of service in fighting hunger and inequality. Link to fund: https://frac.org/kirschfund Pats for Patriots  If you are a member of the #MasonNation, please consider sending a Pats for Patriots. Pats for Patriots are a free and easy way to thank, recognize, show appreciation for a Mason colleague or student who has taken the time to do something kind, generous or thoughtful towards others. For more information, visit: https://forms.office.com/r/HRZGvhdJEA We have received more than 2,000 nominations from the Mason community so far. Keep those nominations coming in! Steam Pilots Program Steam Pilots, Inc. is a Virginia-based 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Their goal is to improve the state of STEAM education in America. STEAM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math. They achieve this through pro bono programs delivered to K-12 students and institutions in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. Steam Pilots is hoping to raise funds for STEAM kits, supplies, and modest stipends for the interns who work with me. Currently, they have an urgent need for 3D Printers, Robotics Kits, and Cybersecurity teaching tools. Link to GoFundMe: https://gofund.me/38eeaed2  

Elasticity in Extrusions, Printer Speedometer, Bricklayers

3D Printed Stool, Mixing PLA and PETG revisited, TPU LW with Vase Mode