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Fri, 19 Dec 2025 03:30:00 GMT http://relay.fm/rd/276 http://relay.fm/rd/276 Fact Bobby 276 Merlin Mann and John Siracusa A quick check-in on whether or not the machines are helping. (_Recorded on Tuesday, December 9, 2025_) A quick check-in on whether or not the machines are helping. (_Recorded on Tuesday, December 9, 2025_) clean 5876 Subtitle: You can't yell at math.A quick check-in on whether or not the machines are helping. (Recorded on Tuesday, December 9, 2025) This episode of Reconcilable Differences is sponsored by: Incogni: Take your personal data back with Incogni! Use code DIFFS with this link and get 60% off an annual plan. Links and Show Notes: A quick check-in on whether or not the machines are helping. Credits Audio Editor: Jim Metzendorf Admin Assistance: Kerry Provenzano Music: Merlin Mann The Suits: Stephen Hackett, Myke Hurley Get an ad-free version of the show, plus a monthly extended episode. Get 20% off annual membership until the end of 2025! Bloody Sunday (2002) Peelers - Greater Manchester Police Museum and Archives Why are the Irish police called peelers? - Quora Plants with Seeds that Stick to your Clothing (aka burs), by Miles Hearn Kenny Rogers and the First Edition - Wikipedia The 36-Hour Day: A Family Guide to Caring for People Who Have Alzheimer Disease and Other Dementias Richard Dormer - Wikipedia Game of Thrones cast singing I Hope I Don't Fall In Love With You, by Tom Waits Magic (1978

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 03:30:00 GMT http://relay.fm/rd/276 http://relay.fm/rd/276 Merlin Mann and John Siracusa A quick check-in on whether or not the machines are helping. (_Recorded on Tuesday, December 9, 2025_) A quick check-in on whether or not the machines are helping. (_Recorded on Tuesday, December 9, 2025_) clean 5876 Subtitle: You can't yell at math.A quick check-in on whether or not the machines are helping. (Recorded on Tuesday, December 9, 2025) This episode of Reconcilable Differences is sponsored by: Incogni: Take your personal data back with Incogni! Use code DIFFS with this link and get 60% off an annual plan. Links and Show Notes: A quick check-in on whether or not the machines are helping. Credits Audio Editor: Jim Metzendorf Admin Assistance: Kerry Provenzano Music: Merlin Mann The Suits: Stephen Hackett, Myke Hurley Get an ad-free version of the show, plus a monthly extended episode. Get 20% off annual membership until the end of 2025! Bloody Sunday (2002) Peelers - Greater Manchester Police Museum and Archives Why are the Irish police called peelers? - Quora Plants with Seeds that Stick to your Clothing (aka burs), by Miles Hearn Kenny Rogers and the First Edition - Wikipedia The 36-Hour Day: A Family Guide to Caring for People Who Have Alzheimer Disease and Other Dementias Richard Dormer - Wikipedia Game of Thrones cast singing I Hope I Don't Fall In Love With You, by Tom Waits

Sadness hangs over the couple's view of life, but the holidays await, exciting travel looms, and other reasons to smile keep us rolling. Among the featured, Raul Malo, Hiilton Head, "Citizen Kane", Rob Reiner, "The Roses", our amorous dog Charlie, high school crushes, and more. Come on along!

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 01:15:00 GMT http://relay.fm/rd/275 http://relay.fm/rd/275 Merlin Mann and John Siracusa The dog-blaming continues, and John has updates on the social component of arc raiding. The dog-blaming continues, and John has updates on the social component of arc raiding. clean 3788 Subtitle: The beginning, the beginning!The dog-blaming continues, and John has updates on the social component of arc raiding. Links and Show Notes: The dog-blaming continues, and John has updates on the social component of arc raiding. Credits Audio Editor: Jim Metzendorf Admin Assistance: Kerry Provenzano Music: Merlin Mann The Suits: Stephen Hackett, Myke Hurley Get an ad-free version of the show, plus a monthly extended episode. Get 20% off annual membership until the end of 2025! Dog Accidentally Shoots and Injures a Pennsylvania Man, the Police Say - The New York Times Dog-Centered Design - One Foot Tsunami, by Paul Kafasis OU launches wireless button allowing dogs to control household appliances INRI - Iesus Nazarenus, Rex Iudaeorum Clever Hans - Wikipedia

The couples view of life has eyes on the holidays, interesting entertainments, and busy work times. In the mix Jack Nicholson, Matthew Rhys, Gary Oldman, Keri Russel, George Clooney, Macy's Parade, home chores, and much more. Come on along with us!

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 01:15:00 GMT http://relay.fm/rd/274 http://relay.fm/rd/274 Merlin Mann and John Siracusa After some Follow-Up on phone dimming and naked swimming, John discusses a video game with some unusual—and possibly unintentional—social mechanics. After some Follow-Up on phone dimming and naked swimming, John discusses a video game with some unusual—and possibly unintentional—social mechanics. clean 5148 Subtitle: Everybody starts out with the same quarter.After some Follow-Up on phone dimming and naked swimming, John discusses a video game with some unusual—and possibly unintentional—social mechanics. Links and Show Notes: After some Follow-Up on phone dimming and naked swimming, John discusses a video game with some unusual—and possibly unintentional—social mechanics. In this month's member bonus segment, your hosts discuss the first two episodes of Prur1bus (Apple TV, 2025). You can sign up today to hear all the member episodes, get more bonus stuff, and help support our program. (Recorded on Tuesday, November 11, 2025) Credits Audio Editor: Jim Metzendorf Admin Assistance: Kerry Provenzano Music: Merlin Mann The Suits: Stephen Hackett, Myke Hurley Get an ad-free version of the show, plus a monthly extended episode. Get 20% off annual membership until the end of 2025! iPulse - Iconfactory iPulse in the Apple App Store Naked swimming in gym class mentioned in the pilot episode of 21 Jump St. in 1987Written by Patrick Hasburgh, who was born in 1950. Technology Connections - YouTube Nissan Figaro - Wikipedia Marathon (2025-ish) - Wikipedia ARC Raiders ARC Raiders trailer - YouTube ARC Raiders - Wikipedia Nexon, owner of Embark Studios, makers of ARC Raiders - Wikipedia Pluribus (aka Plur1bus, aka Plurbius) - Wikipedia Rhea Seehorn - Wikipedia John's post about a review of Top Gun - Hypercritical Pluribus's log line“The most miserable person on Earth must save the world from happiness.” Edgar Wright: How to Do Visual Comedy - Every Frame a Painting on YouTube I Think About My Painting Goblin in The Sims a Lot - Becca Schuh in The Cut

The couple's view of life has plenty to muse upon, as Danny has a phone adventure, Jayne dives into documentaries, travel plans loom, music is always front and center, and much more. Join the fun!

Send us a textA small disagreement can upend an entire community when gossip spreads and pride takes the wheel. We dive into Philippians 4 to trace how a private rift between two respected leaders began to fracture an otherwise faithful church—and how Paul guides them, and us, back to peace. Instead of picking sides or shaming from a distance, Paul models gracious confrontation: he names the issue without spectacle, appeals to both women equally, and calls them to meet on their shared ground “in the Lord.” He even honors their gospel work, reminding everyone that these are not enemies to defeat but sisters to restore.From there, we pull out practical principles for real-world peacemaking. Disagreements are inevitable; division is optional. You'll hear why mature believers still clash, how conflicts between a few can harm many, and why the church should raise up peacemakers who step in to cool tempers and untangle issues rather than become spectators or partisans. We talk about the dangers of letting preferences eclipse doctrine, the cost to a church's witness when fights go public, and the courage it takes to invite a wise third party to help two sides hear each other.Perspective changes everything. Paul anchors his counsel in eternity—“whose names are in the book of life”—to pull our eyes above the fray. When our future is drenched in grace, our present can be too. We end with a vivid, modern story of everyday grace on a city bus to prove that small acts of kindness can rebuild trust and create community anywhere. If grace can transform a daily commute, it can heal a church family. Listen, reflect, and share your next peacemaking step with us.If this conversation helped you, follow the show, leave a review, and share this episode with a friend who could use a nudge toward reconciliation.Support the showStephen's latest book, The Disciples Prayer, is available now. https://www.wisdomonline.org/store/view/the-disciples-prayer-hardback

Send us a textA small disagreement can upend an entire community when gossip spreads and pride takes the wheel. We dive into Philippians 4 to trace how a private rift between two respected leaders began to fracture an otherwise faithful church—and how Paul guides them, and us, back to peace. Instead of picking sides or shaming from a distance, Paul models gracious confrontation: he names the issue without spectacle, appeals to both women equally, and calls them to meet on their shared ground “in the Lord.” He even honors their gospel work, reminding everyone that these are not enemies to defeat but sisters to restore.From there, we pull out practical principles for real-world peacemaking. Disagreements are inevitable; division is optional. You'll hear why mature believers still clash, how conflicts between a few can harm many, and why the church should raise up peacemakers who step in to cool tempers and untangle issues rather than become spectators or partisans. We talk about the dangers of letting preferences eclipse doctrine, the cost to a church's witness when fights go public, and the courage it takes to invite a wise third party to help two sides hear each other.Perspective changes everything. Paul anchors his counsel in eternity—“whose names are in the book of life”—to pull our eyes above the fray. When our future is drenched in grace, our present can be too. We end with a vivid, modern story of everyday grace on a city bus to prove that small acts of kindness can rebuild trust and create community anywhere. If grace can transform a daily commute, it can heal a church family. Listen, reflect, and share your next peacemaking step with us.If this conversation helped you, follow the show, leave a review, and share this episode with a friend who could use a nudge toward reconciliation.Support the showStephen's latest book, The Disciples Prayer, is available now. https://www.wisdomonline.org/store/view/the-disciples-prayer-hardback

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 00:45:00 GMT http://relay.fm/rd/273 http://relay.fm/rd/273 Merlin Mann and John Siracusa Empty Nest Results. (_Recorded on Tuesday, October 28, 2025_) Empty Nest Results. (_Recorded on Tuesday, October 28, 2025_) clean 5855 Empty Nest Results. (Recorded on Tuesday, October 28, 2025) Links and Show Notes: Things kick off with some quick Follow-Up on Merlin's hot phone and how our ancestors' brains dealt with Lead. For a main topic, John's kids have left for college, so what kind of changes has he noticed so far? (Recorded on Tuesday, October 28, 2025) Credits Audio Editor/First Chair Saxophonist: Jim Metzendorf Admin Assistance: Kerry Provenzano Music: Merlin Mann The Suits: Stephen Hackett, Myke Hurley Get an ad-free version of the show, plus a monthly extended episode. Our Human Ancestors Were Exposed to Lead, and New Research Suggests It May Have Shaped Human Evolution - Smithsonian Magazine The Wandering Village: a game that really wears its influences on its sleeve Subway Surfers - Wikipedia Why TikTok Always Has Subway Surfers Or Family Guy Playing - YouTube Remess: an app to show stats from your Messages historyUse at your own risk!

The couple's view of life is all over the map and the globe with dogs, films, anniversaries, voting, and much more on their minds. Included are "Good Morning America", more Robert Redford, "42nd Street", Streisand, Churchill, our dogs, and much more. Join in the fun!

Thu, 23 Oct 2025 23:30:00 GMT http://relay.fm/rd/272 http://relay.fm/rd/272 Merlin Mann and John Siracusa TiVo: The Exit Interview. TiVo: The Exit Interview. clean 6389 Subtitle: Merlin can still smell the slide oil.TiVo: The Exit Interview. Links and Show Notes: John leads us through the TiVo Exit Interview. In this month's member bonus segment, your hosts discuss Alien: Earth (FX, 2025). You can sign up today to hear all the member episodes, get more bonus stuff, and help support our program. (Recorded Tuesday, July 22, 2025) Credits Audio Editor/First Chair Saxophonist: Jim Metzendorf Admin Assistance: Kerry Provenzano Music: Merlin Mann The Suits: Stephen Hackett, Myke Hurley Get an ad-free version of the show, plus a monthly extended episode. Quaker meeting (game) - Wikipedia Last One Laughing: Bob Mortimer's Funniest Moments - YouTube TiVo Stops Selling DVRs Philips DSR6000 for DIRECTV - TiVopediaMerlin's first TiVo Alien: Earth - Wikipedia Alien (1979) Aliens (1986) Alien³ (1992) The Tithingman at the Ipswich Meeting House – Historic IpswichApparently, what Merlin calls "the bonking stick" refe

The couple's view of life has plenty of variety on tap as Danny enjoys a busy sports time, and Jayne has other diversions. Zeroiing in on Diane Keaton, "The Diplomat", baseball playoffs, golf, John Candy, Classic Films, Leslie Howard, Frankie Fleetwood, and more. Engaging, informative, and fun!

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 00:15:00 GMT http://relay.fm/rd/271 http://relay.fm/rd/271 My System is Symmetrical 271 Merlin Mann and John Siracusa Main topic is the various voices in our heads. If the technology existed to expose the workings of our interior world, what do we imagine it might look like? Main topic is the various voices in our heads. If the technology existed to expose the workings of our interior world, what do we imagine it might look like? clean 5185 Subtitle: “Periscope up!”Main topic is the various voices in our heads. If the technology existed to expose the workings of our interior world, what do we imagine it might look like? Links and Show Notes: John has Follow-Up on naked swimming as well as an update on his mystery beep. Merlin is increasingly concerned about his Lead, but it's a little late for that now. The main topic is the various voices in our heads. If the technology existed to expose the workings of our interior world, what do we imagine it might look like? (Recorded on Tuesday, September 30, 2025) Credits Audio Editor: Jim Metzendorf Admin Assistance: Kerry Provenzano Music: Merlin Mann The Suits: Stephen Hackett, Myke Hurley Get an ad-free version of the show, plus a monthly extended episode. Reconcilable Differences #270: We Inflated Our PantsThis episode includes our members-only aftershow, free for everyone. How half the US lost part of their minds - YouTubeThis is the "lead in baby teeth" video. How artificial intelligence gave a paralyzed woman her voice back Meet the Little Brain Region that Helps You Say What's on Your Mind Scientists develop interface that “reads” thoughts from speech-impaired patients AlterEgo: Thought to text Aphantasia - Wikipedia Unified Modeling Language - Wikipedia The Rest Is History #604: Greek Myths: Sex, Drugs & Tragedy (Part 3) Lawrence M. Schoen - WikipediaNew College professor and Klingon language specialist from whom Merlin took a Mnemonics class. New Order - "The Beach" ('Blue Monday' remix, 1983) - YouTubeMerlin thinks this is how electric cars sound. Kraftwerk - "Uranium" (1975) - YouTubeSource of the sample used by New Order. Everything You Know About “Blue Monday” is Probably Wrong I New British Canon - YouTube Peg-word mnemonic - Oxford Referenceone is a bun, two is a shoe, three is a tree, four is a door, five is a hive, six is sticks, seven is heaven, eight is a gate, nine is wine, ten is a hen. Amazon.com: The Memory Book: The Classic Guide to Improving Your Memory at Work, at School, and at Play: 8580001059679: Lorayne, Harry, Lucas, Jerry: BooksMerlin couldn't remember the author of t

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 00:15:00 GMT http://relay.fm/rd/271 http://relay.fm/rd/271 Merlin Mann and John Siracusa Main topic is the various voices in our heads. If the technology existed to expose the workings of our interior world, what do we imagine it might look like? Main topic is the various voices in our heads. If the technology existed to expose the workings of our interior world, what do we imagine it might look like? clean 5185 Subtitle: “Periscope up!”Main topic is the various voices in our heads. If the technology existed to expose the workings of our interior world, what do we imagine it might look like? Links and Show Notes: John has Follow-Up on naked swimming as well as an update on his mystery beep. Merlin is increasingly concerned about his Lead, but it's a little late for that now. The main topic is the various voices in our heads. If the technology existed to expose the workings of our interior world, what do we imagine it might look like? (Recorded on Tuesday, September 30, 2025) Credits Audio Editor: Jim Metzendorf Admin Assistance: Kerry Provenzano Music: Merlin Mann The Suits: Stephen Hackett, Myke Hurley Get an ad-free version of the show, plus a monthly extended episode. Reconcilable Differences #270: We Inflated Our PantsThis episode includes our members-only aftershow, free for everyone. How half the US lost part of their minds - YouTubeThis is the "lead in baby teeth" video. How artificial intelligence gave a paralyzed woman her voice back Meet the Little Brain Region that Helps You Say What's on Your Mind Scientists develop interface that “reads” thoughts from speech-impaired patients AlterEgo: Thought to text Aphantasia - Wikipedia Unified Modeling Language - Wikipedia The Rest Is History #604: Greek Myths: Sex, Drugs & Tragedy (Part 3) Lawrence M. Schoen - WikipediaNew College professor and Klingon language specialist from whom Merlin took a Mnemonics class. New Order - "The Beach" ('Blue Monday' remix, 1983) - YouTubeMerlin thinks this is how electric cars sound. Kraftwerk - "Uranium" (1975) - YouTubeSource of the sample used by New Order. Everything You Know About “Blue Monday” is Probably Wrong I New British Canon - YouTube Peg-word mnemonic - Oxford Referenceone is a bun, two is a shoe, three is a tree, four is a door, five is a hive, six is sticks, seven is heaven, eight is a gate, nine is wine, ten is a hen. Amazon.com: The Memory Book: The Classic Guide to Improving Your Memory at Work, at School, and at Play: 8580001059679: Lorayne, Harry, Lucas, Jerry: BooksMerlin couldn't

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The couple's view of life rolls out an enjoyable mix of suggestions, recommendations, and less so in a lively mix. Classic films, illuminating documentaries, literature pros and cons, tributes, trips and falls, and more, Join the fun!

Thu, 25 Sep 2025 21:00:00 GMT http://relay.fm/rd/270 http://relay.fm/rd/270 Merlin Mann and John Siracusa Swimming naked in school and thinking about Lead. Swimming naked in school and thinking about Lead. clean 8336 Swimming naked in school and thinking about Lead. Links and Show Notes: In Follow-Up, listeners share their experiences with Swimming Naked in School. Won't someone please think of the pool filters? Merlin recalls that distant summer he attended swimming and trampoline camp—albeit in an admittedly non-nude context. Next up, John does his level best to give updates on his finished room. Space is required for something called "blocking." Merlin confesses that he can't really identify where that beeping sound is coming from. In the (free-to-you) member segment, things kick off with compliments to the author Stephen King along with some remarks on his earthy social media presence. But the main topic? Lead (Pb)! In particular, your hosts explore scientific speculation that the effects of lead on the psychopathology of their generation may be far greater than previously known. Authentic anecdotes about aggressive childhood lead play are revealed. (Recorded on Tuesday, September 16, 2025) N.B. Your hosts thought this week's member segment was pretty good, so they decided to share it with everybody here for free. If you enjoy what you hear, please consider supporting the program at https://www.relay.fm/rd/join. Credits Audio Editor: Jim Metzendorf Admin Assistance: Kerry Provenzano Music: Merlin Mann The Suits: Stephen Hackett, Myke Hurley Get an ad-free version of the show, plus a monthly extended episode. Give to St. Jude! Bachman–Turner Overdrive - Wikipedia Bachman Turner Overdrive - "You Ain't Seen Nothing Yet" (1974) ACK: Transmission Control Protocol (TCP) - Wikipedia “Ack!” Cathy (comic) - Wikipedia “Ack!” Bill the Cat (Bloom County) - Wikipedia ATP 657: Ears Are Weird — Accidental Tech PodcastATP Overtime: Alterego and “thought to text” translation Procedure word - Wikipedia Nude swimming in US indoor pools - Wikipedia Alison K. Hoagland. "Introducing the Bathroom: Space and Change in Working-Class Houses." Minnesota men bare all about naked swimming in school - The Minnesota Star Tribune Jimmy Savile: A British Horror Story (2022) Silver Beaver Award - WikipediaMerlin's late father was awarded a Silver Beaver. What is Blocking? - Cocoknits Blocking 101 (Knitting Tutorial) Stephen King promotes The Long Walk (video) An excerpt from Blood Meridian, by Cormac McCarthy - Prose Porn Subreddit“The judge like a great ponderous djinn stepped through the fire and the flames delivered him up as if he were in some way native to their element. He put his arms around Glanton. Someone snatched the old woman's blindfold from her and she and the juggler were clouted away and when the company turned in to sleep and the low fire was roaring in the blast like a thing alive these four yet crouched at the edge of the firelight among their strange chattels and watched how the ragged flames fled down the wind as if sucked by some maelstrom out there in the void, some vortex in that waste apposite to which man's transit and his reckonings alike lay abrogate. As if beyond will or fate he and his beasts and his trappings moved both in card and in substance under consignment to some third and other destiny.” Words Cormac McCarthy Uses in His Novels [PDF]"Each word is noted as to which book(s) it is included in as well as how many times it occurs in that book." Contribution of childhood lead exposure to psychopathology in the US population over the past 75 years“More than half of the current US population was exposed to adverse lead levels in childhood as a result of lead's past use in gasoline. […] Lead-associated mental health and personality differences were most pronounced for cohorts born from 1966 through 1986 (Generation X).” 20th Century Lead Exposure Damaged American Mental Health - Duke University

On the week of her Venice Communications business celebrating 25 successful years, Jayne takes front and center as we discuss her big event, several great entertainments that Jayne observed the lions share of, and a few we shared, remember Robert Redford, look ahead to more of our own little concert season, and more! Come on along!

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 18:00:00 GMT http://relay.fm/rd/269 http://relay.fm/rd/269 The Rope Elf 269 Merlin Mann and John Siracusa John shares the results of some fascinating recent polling on TV obstructions and chewing gum swallowing. John shares the results of some fascinating recent polling on TV obstructions and chewing gum swallowing. clean 5732 Subtitle: This is where the tractors go.John shares the results of some fascinating recent polling on TV obstructions and chewing gum swallowing. This episode of Reconcilable Differences is sponsored by: Vitally: A new era for customer success productivity. Get a free pair of AirPods Pro when you book a qualified meeting. Factor: Healthy, fully-prepared food delivered to your door. Use code diffs50off Links and Show Notes: John speculates about a reference, then Merlin sings like Paul Simon for a few seconds. In Follow-Up: if you thought "shirts vs. skins" was bad? Oh boy, just wait until you hear how they used to do things in 1970s Michigan. Next up, Merlin has questions about urban phone usage. Specifically, hey, what's the deal with all the talking on speakerphone? Then, John shares the results of some fascinating recent polling on TV obstructions and chewing gum swallowing. Merlin really wants John to watch the movie, Megalopolis (Francis Ford Coppola, 2024). (Recorded on Tuesday, September 2, 2025) Credits Audio Editor: Jim Metzendorf Admin Assistance: Kerry Provenzano Music: Merlin Mann The Suits: Stephen Hackett, Myke Hurley Get an ad-free version of the show, plus a monthly extended episode. Give to St. Jude! Roderick on the Line #593: These Are the Days These Are Days, by 10,000 Maniacs These Are Days (audio links) Sharon Linne Faulk on her husband's high school PE class in the 1970s John's TV blockers poll Megadoc (2025) - IMDb Aubrey Plaza says Megalopolis is “disturbing,” Co

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 18:00:00 GMT http://relay.fm/rd/269 http://relay.fm/rd/269 Merlin Mann and John Siracusa John shares the results of some fascinating recent polling on TV obstructions and chewing gum swallowing. John shares the results of some fascinating recent polling on TV obstructions and chewing gum swallowing. clean 5732 Subtitle: This is where the tractors go.John shares the results of some fascinating recent polling on TV obstructions and chewing gum swallowing. This episode of Reconcilable Differences is sponsored by: Vitally: A new era for customer success productivity. Get a free pair of AirPods Pro when you book a qualified meeting. Factor: Healthy, fully-prepared food delivered to your door. Use code diffs50off Links and Show Notes: John speculates about a reference, then Merlin sings like Paul Simon for a few seconds. In Follow-Up: if you thought "shirts vs. skins" was bad? Oh boy, just wait until you hear how they used to do things in 1970s Michigan. Next up, Merlin has questions about urban phone usage. Specifically, hey, what's the deal with all the talking on speakerphone? Then, John shares the results of some fascinating recent polling on TV obstructions and chewing gum swallowing. Merlin really wants John to watch the movie, Megalopolis (Francis Ford Coppola, 2024). (Recorded on Tuesday, September 2, 2025) Credits Audio Editor: Jim Metzendorf Admin Assistance: Kerry Provenzano Music: Merlin Mann The Suits: Stephen Hackett, Myke Hurley Get an ad-free version of the show, plus a monthly extended episode. Give to St. Jude! Roderick on the Line #593: These Are the Days These Are Days, by 10,000 Maniacs These Are Days (audio links) Sharon Linne Faulk on her husband's high school PE class in the 1970s John's TV blockers poll Megadoc (2025) - IMDb Aubrey Plaza says Megalopoli

The couple's view of life has tips and topics to please. Fascinating documentaries, fun concert events to come, classic silent film, dog care, great books, travels, and much more. Always a blast to do and listen to!

Fri, 29 Aug 2025 00:15:00 GMT http://relay.fm/rd/268 http://relay.fm/rd/268 Beach Grit 268 Merlin Mann and John Siracusa Canada blames the dog, John presents his Vacation Results, and Merlin talks about the beach. In this month's bonus member segment, Merlin shares some Professional Expert Results. Canada blames the dog, John presents his Vacation Results, and Merlin talks about the beach. In this month's bonus member segment, Merlin shares some Professional Expert Results. clean 5909 Subtitle: “No Scraps!”Canada blames the dog, John presents his Vacation Results, and Merlin talks about the beach. In this month's bonus member segment, Merlin shares some Professional Expert Results. This episode of Reconcilable Differences is sponsored by: Vitally: A new era for customer success productivity. Get a free pair of AirPods Pro when you book a qualified meeting. Factor: Healthy, fully-prepared food delivered to your door. Use code diffs50off Links and Show Notes: Canada blames the dog, John presents his Vacation Results, and Merlin talks about the beach. In this month's bonus member segment, Merlin shares some Professional Expert Results. (Recorded Tuesday, August 18, 2025) Credits Audio Editor: Jim Metzendorf Admin Assistance: Kerry Provenzano Music: Merlin Mann The Suits: Stephen Hackett, Myke Hurley Get an ad-free version of the show, plus a monthly extended episode. Winnipeg woman says dog started fire by turning on stove under recall notice — twice Greenmade InstaCrate Collapsible Storage Bin ATP Insider: Vacations Defunctland: The History of Action Park - YouTube C8 Corv

Fri, 29 Aug 2025 00:15:00 GMT http://relay.fm/rd/268 http://relay.fm/rd/268 Merlin Mann and John Siracusa Canada blames the dog, John presents his Vacation Results, and Merlin talks about the beach. In this month's bonus member segment, Merlin shares some Professional Expert Results. Canada blames the dog, John presents his Vacation Results, and Merlin talks about the beach. In this month's bonus member segment, Merlin shares some Professional Expert Results. clean 5909 Subtitle: “No Scraps!”Canada blames the dog, John presents his Vacation Results, and Merlin talks about the beach. In this month's bonus member segment, Merlin shares some Professional Expert Results. This episode of Reconcilable Differences is sponsored by: Vitally: A new era for customer success productivity. Get a free pair of AirPods Pro when you book a qualified meeting. Factor: Healthy, fully-prepared food delivered to your door. Use code diffs50off Links and Show Notes: Canada blames the dog, John presents his Vacation Results, and Merlin talks about the beach. In this month's bonus member segment, Merlin shares some Professional Expert Results. (Recorded Tuesday, August 18, 2025) Credits Audio Editor: Jim Metzendorf Admin Assistance: Kerry Provenzano Music: Merlin Mann The Suits: Stephen Hackett, Myke Hurley Get an ad-free version of the show, plus a monthly extended episode. Winnipeg woman says dog started fire by turning on stove under recall notice — twice Greenmade InstaCrate Collapsible Storage Bin ATP Insider: Vacations Defunctland: The History of Action Park - YouTube

The couple's view of life is in a nice post-vacation groove with reflections on cruising past and future, concerts, entertaining, working hard, and kicking back. From streaming standouts to happy fairways, come on and join the fun!

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 23:30:00 GMT http://relay.fm/rd/267 http://relay.fm/rd/267 Crumbs and Soldiers 267 Merlin Mann and John Siracusa John reports back with his Billy Joel Results. John reports back with his Billy Joel Results. clean 5446 Subtitle: We called them latex invitations.John reports back with his Billy Joel Results. This episode of Reconcilable Differences is sponsored by: Vitally: A new era for customer success productivity. Get a free pair of AirPods Pro when you book a qualified meeting. Factor: Healthy, fully-prepared food delivered to your door. Use code diffs50off Links and Show Notes: John reports back with his Billy Joel Results. (Recorded on Tuesday, August 5, 2025) Credits Audio Editor: Jim Metzendorf Admin Assistance: Kerry Provenzano Music: Merlin Mann The Suits: Stephen Hackett, Myke Hurley Get an ad-free version of the show, plus a monthly extended episode. The Living Daylights (1987) Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom (1984) “Slicing the Pie” in Destiny - YouTube “Slicing the Pie” with diagrams - YouTube Direct MP3 link to the member version of Reconcilable Differences #266Free to everyone! This is the full member version of episode 266, which includes the normal episode followed by the members-only aftershow (and no ads, of course). If you like what you hear, you can become a member at https://relay.fm/rd/join Lisp code examples “Lisp has all the visual appeal of oatmeal with fingernail clippings mixed in.” — Larry Wall, July 21, 1994 in comp.lang.lisp Billy Joel: And So It Goes - HBO Billy Joel: Turn

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 23:30:00 GMT http://relay.fm/rd/267 http://relay.fm/rd/267 Merlin Mann and John Siracusa John reports back with his Billy Joel Results. John reports back with his Billy Joel Results. clean 5446 Subtitle: We called them latex invitations.John reports back with his Billy Joel Results. This episode of Reconcilable Differences is sponsored by: Vitally: A new era for customer success productivity. Get a free pair of AirPods Pro when you book a qualified meeting. Factor: Healthy, fully-prepared food delivered to your door. Use code diffs50off Links and Show Notes: John reports back with his Billy Joel Results. (Recorded on Tuesday, August 5, 2025) Credits Audio Editor: Jim Metzendorf Admin Assistance: Kerry Provenzano Music: Merlin Mann The Suits: Stephen Hackett, Myke Hurley Get an ad-free version of the show, plus a monthly extended episode. The Living Daylights (1987) Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom (1984) “Slicing the Pie” in Destiny - YouTube “Slicing the Pie” with diagrams - YouTube Direct MP3 link to the member version of Reconcilable Differences #266Free to everyone! This is the full member version of episode 266, which includes the normal episode followed by the members-only aftershow (and no ads, of course). If you like what you hear, you can become a member at https://relay.fm/rd/join Lisp code examples “Lisp has all the visual appeal of oatmeal with fingernail clippings mixed in.” — Larry Wall, July 21, 1994 in comp.lang.lisp Billy Joel: And So It Goes - HBO

The couple's view of life is in reflection reverie with lasting memories of an amazing journey to Europe. Three trips in one with Amsterdam, a Rhine River Cruise, and Swiss adventures rolled into one. True tales and big smiles!

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 20:30:00 GMT http://relay.fm/rd/266 http://relay.fm/rd/266 The Misspeaking Community 266 Merlin Mann and John Siracusa How does John generate all that cool chapter art? How does John generate all that cool chapter art? clean 5169 Subtitle: The folder is called “Pepperoni.”How does John generate all that cool chapter art? This episode of Reconcilable Differences is sponsored by: Vitally: A new era for customer success productivity. Get a free pair of AirPods Pro when you book a qualified meeting. Links and Show Notes: Things kick off with John sharing some breaking news about The Flop House, plus it's clear that Merlin's Britishisms are becoming numerous, invasive, and a little un-American. Next up, Merlin wonders how John generated all that cool chapter art for a recent ATP special. (Hint: some of it was automated; some of it was not.) And, finally, Merlin decides to apply Theory of Mind to predict why John hasn't watched the Billy Joel special yet. Subsequently, John is pitched on why this program probably represents essential viewing for him and his people. In this month's member bonus segment, John has book-adjacent questions about Merlin's Wisdom Project. You can sign up today to hear all the member episodes, get more bonus stuff, and help support our program. (Recorded Tuesday, July 22, 2025) Credits Audio Editor: Jim Metzendorf Admin Assistance: Kerry Provenzano Music: Merlin Mann The Suits: Stephen Hackett, Myke Hurley Get an ad-free version of the show, plus a monthly extended episode. Flop House Mini 132: Stu Brings Down the HammerThis is the Flop House mini episode where Stuart Wellington fulfills John's request to explain the Warhammer 40,000 episode of the Secret Level animation anthology series on Amazon Prime Video. Secret Level episode 5: Warhammer 40,000: And They Shall Know No Fear - Wikipedia Secret Level episode 5: Warhammer 40,000: And They Shall Know No Fear - Amazon Prime Video "Faff" in the Oxford English Dictionary SubstageThe Mac app for using an LLM to take actions in the Finder. ATP Tier List: Pizza Toppings ATP Member Specials Billy Joel: And So It Goes - HBO HBO's Big Beautiful Billy Joel Documentary Delivers Maximum Piano Man Per Minute - GQ.com Hicksville, New York - Wikipedia Hicksville, New York - Google Maps The Gilded Age (TV series) - Wikipedia Billy Joel - Live in London (March 13, 1978) - YouTube Lorraine Bracco - Wikipedia wisdom.limoThe fun URL for Merlin's Wisdom Project. Merlin's Wisdom Project on GitHub Inspirado for Merlin's Wisdom Project The Art of Pants Reconcilable D

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 20:30:00 GMT http://relay.fm/rd/266 http://relay.fm/rd/266 Merlin Mann and John Siracusa How does John generate all that cool chapter art? How does John generate all that cool chapter art? clean 5169 Subtitle: The folder is called “Pepperoni.”How does John generate all that cool chapter art? This episode of Reconcilable Differences is sponsored by: Vitally: A new era for customer success productivity. Get a free pair of AirPods Pro when you book a qualified meeting. Links and Show Notes: Things kick off with John sharing some breaking news about The Flop House, plus it's clear that Merlin's Britishisms are becoming numerous, invasive, and a little un-American. Next up, Merlin wonders how John generated all that cool chapter art for a recent ATP special. (Hint: some of it was automated; some of it was not.) And, finally, Merlin decides to apply Theory of Mind to predict why John hasn't watched the Billy Joel special yet. Subsequently, John is pitched on why this program probably represents essential viewing for him and his people. In this month's member bonus segment, John has book-adjacent questions about Merlin's Wisdom Project. You can sign up today to hear all the member episodes, get more bonus stuff, and help support our program. (Recorded Tuesday, July 22, 2025) Credits Audio Editor: Jim Metzendorf Admin Assistance: Kerry Provenzano Music: Merlin Mann The Suits: Stephen Hackett, Myke Hurley Get an ad-free version of the show, plus a monthly extended episode. Flop House Mini 132: Stu Brings Down the HammerThis is the Flop House mini episode where Stuart Wellington fulfills John's request to explain the Warhammer 40,000 episode of the Secret Level animation anthology series on Amazon Prime Video. Secret Level episode 5: Warhammer 40,000: And They Shall Know No Fear - Wikipedia Secret Level episode 5: Warhammer 40,000: And They Shall Know No Fear - Amazon Prime Video "Faff" in the Oxford English Dictionary SubstageThe Mac app for using an LLM to take actions in the Finder. ATP Tier List: Pizza Toppings ATP Member Specials Billy Joel: And So It Goes - HBO HBO's Big Beautiful Billy Joel Documentary Delivers Maximum Piano Man Per Minute - GQ.com Hicksville, New York - Wikipedia Hicksville, New York - Google Maps The Gilded Age (TV series) - Wikipedia Billy Joel - Live in London (March 13, 1978) - YouTube Lorraine Bracco - Wikipedia wisdom.limoThe fun URL for Merlin's Wisdom Project. Merlin's Wisdom Project on GitHub Inspirado for Merlin's Wisdom Project The Art of Pants

Fri, 18 Jul 2025 19:30:00 GMT http://relay.fm/rd/265 http://relay.fm/rd/265 Stop Collapsing Everything 265 Merlin Mann and John Siracusa On the complexities and constraints of pursuing the right answer. On the complexities and constraints of pursuing the right answer. clean 6698 On the complexities and constraints of pursuing the right answer. This episode of Reconcilable Differences is sponsored by: Vitally: A new era for customer success productivity. Get a free pair of AirPods Pro when you book a qualified meeting. Links and Show Notes: Credits Audio Editor: Jim Metzendorf Admin Assistance: Kerry Provenzano Music: Merlin Mann The Suits: Stephen Hackett, Myke Hurley Get an ad-free version of the show, plus a monthly extended episode. R.E.M. - Collapse into Now Stephen Hackett: Ten Years Indie Lighter Darker: The ILM Podcast Merlin's post about ChatGPT and “ctx” The Gell-Mann amnesia effect - Wikipedia Like Stories of Old: When Two Filmmakers Make the Same Movie - YouTube Like Stories of Old: The Inner Chronicle of What We Are – Werner Herzog Documentary - YouTube Come and See (1985) We Were the Lucky Ones (2024) Merlin's

Fri, 18 Jul 2025 19:30:00 GMT http://relay.fm/rd/265 http://relay.fm/rd/265 Merlin Mann and John Siracusa On the complexities and constraints of pursuing the right answer. On the complexities and constraints of pursuing the right answer. clean 6698 On the complexities and constraints of pursuing the right answer. This episode of Reconcilable Differences is sponsored by: Vitally: A new era for customer success productivity. Get a free pair of AirPods Pro when you book a qualified meeting. Links and Show Notes: Credits Audio Editor: Jim Metzendorf Admin Assistance: Kerry Provenzano Music: Merlin Mann The Suits: Stephen Hackett, Myke Hurley Get an ad-free version of the show, plus a monthly extended episode. R.E.M. - Collapse into Now Stephen Hackett: Ten Years Indie Lighter Darker: The ILM Podcast Merlin's post about ChatGPT and “ctx” The Gell-Mann amnesia effect - Wikipedia Like Stories of Old: When Two Filmmakers Make the Same Movie - YouTube Like Stories of Old: The Inner Chronicle of What We Are – Werner Herzog Documentary - YouTube Come and See (1985) We Were the Lucky Ones (2024)

The couple's view of life is lively and full of smiles and suggestions as they explore strong streaming series, enjoying Wimbledon, trip planning, intriguing documentaries, and much more. Among those highlighted are "The Gilded Age", Mariska Hartigay, Denise Austin, Alan Cummings, Viking River Cruise, and others. Ride along with us!

Thu, 03 Jul 2025 17:30:00 GMT http://relay.fm/rd/264 http://relay.fm/rd/264 Alphabetical Shadow 264 Merlin Mann and John Siracusa Merlin presents some Microwave Results and John shares his most recent Graduation Results. Merlin presents some Microwave Results and John shares his most recent Graduation Results. clean 5847 Subtitle:  That's why it's hard to be Janice.Merlin presents some Microwave Results and John shares his most recent Graduation Results. This episode of Reconcilable Differences is sponsored by: Vitally: A new era for customer success productivity. Get a free pair of AirPods Pro when you book a qualified meeting. Grist: A modern, open source spreadsheet that goes beyond the grid. Try it for free today. Links and Show Notes: Things kick off with some document disagreements and a surprisingly long discussion of HTML. Next up, Merlin presents some Microwave Results and John shares his most recent Graduation Results. In this month's member bonus episode, your hosts discuss the 1981 German submarine epic, Das Boot. You can sign up today to hear all the member episodes, get more bonus stuff, and help support our program. (Recorded Tuesday, June 24, 2025) Credits Audio Editor: Jim Metzendorf Admin Assistance: Kerry Provenzano Music: Merlin Mann The Suits: Stephen Hackett, Myke Hurley Get an ad-free version of the show, plus a monthly extended episode. Postel's law Reconcilable Differences #218: Train ParliamentThis is the episode where we talk about the people who row boats across oceans. Reconcilable Differences #232: Ham Means OneThis is the episode where we talk about Waffle House's Pull Drop Mark Order Calling Method. Das Boot (1981) Das Boot: Behind the Scenes Blade Runner (1982) Legend (1985) Time Bandits (1981) Dragonslayer (1981) Excalibur (1981) The Godfather Part II (1974) Once Upon a Time in America (1984) Cabaret (1972)

Thu, 03 Jul 2025 17:30:00 GMT http://relay.fm/rd/264 http://relay.fm/rd/264 Merlin Mann and John Siracusa Merlin presents some Microwave Results and John shares his most recent Graduation Results. Merlin presents some Microwave Results and John shares his most recent Graduation Results. clean 5847 Subtitle:  That's why it's hard to be Janice.Merlin presents some Microwave Results and John shares his most recent Graduation Results. This episode of Reconcilable Differences is sponsored by: Vitally: A new era for customer success productivity. Get a free pair of AirPods Pro when you book a qualified meeting. Grist: A modern, open source spreadsheet that goes beyond the grid. Try it for free today. Links and Show Notes: Things kick off with some document disagreements and a surprisingly long discussion of HTML. Next up, Merlin presents some Microwave Results and John shares his most recent Graduation Results. In this month's member bonus episode, your hosts discuss the 1981 German submarine epic, Das Boot. You can sign up today to hear all the member episodes, get more bonus stuff, and help support our program. (Recorded Tuesday, June 24, 2025) Credits Audio Editor: Jim Metzendorf Admin Assistance: Kerry Provenzano Music: Merlin Mann The Suits: Stephen Hackett, Myke Hurley Get an ad-free version of the show, plus a monthly extended episode. Postel's law Reconcilable Differences #218: Train ParliamentThis is the episode where we talk about the people who row boats across oceans. Reconcilable Differences #232: Ham Means OneThis is the episode where we talk about Waffle House's Pull Drop Mark Order Calling Method. Das Boot (1981) Das Boot: Behind the Scenes Blade Runner (1982) Legend (1985) Time Bandits (1981) Dragonslayer (1981) Excalibur (1981) The Godfather Part II (1974) Once Upon a Time in America (1984) Cabaret (1972)

The couples view of life is gazing ahead to a European adventure, sharing reviews of documentaries and feature films, celebrating doggie milestones, and me time, and much more, Opining and smiling just for you!

Fri, 20 Jun 2025 23:15:00 GMT http://relay.fm/rd/263 http://relay.fm/rd/263 A Ragnarok of the Mind 263 Merlin Mann and John Siracusa John's Prom Results and Merlin's Camping Results. John's Prom Results and Merlin's Camping Results. clean 4984 John's Prom Results and Merlin's Camping Results. This episode of Reconcilable Differences is sponsored by: TRMNL: Clarity, at a glance. Get $15 off for 1 week only. Grist: A modern, open source spreadsheet that goes beyond the grid. Try it for free today. Links and Show Notes: Credits Audio Editor: Jim Metzendorf Admin Assistance: Kerry Provenzano Music: Merlin Mann The Suits: Stephen Hackett, Myke Hurley Get an ad-free version of the show, plus a monthly extended episode. Lisa's First Word (The Simpsons, season 4, episode 10) - Wikipedia “The Nice Price” stickers @katieonviolin tells Merlin about The Apparatus™ in 2024 Hypercritical #42: The Wrong Guy The Plumber Problem Hors d'oeuvre - Wikipedia

Fri, 20 Jun 2025 23:15:00 GMT http://relay.fm/rd/263 http://relay.fm/rd/263 Merlin Mann and John Siracusa John's Prom Results and Merlin's Camping Results. John's Prom Results and Merlin's Camping Results. clean 4984 John's Prom Results and Merlin's Camping Results. This episode of Reconcilable Differences is sponsored by: TRMNL: Clarity, at a glance. Get $15 off for 1 week only. Grist: A modern, open source spreadsheet that goes beyond the grid. Try it for free today. Links and Show Notes: Credits Audio Editor: Jim Metzendorf Admin Assistance: Kerry Provenzano Music: Merlin Mann The Suits: Stephen Hackett, Myke Hurley Get an ad-free version of the show, plus a monthly extended episode. Lisa's First Word (The Simpsons, season 4, episode 10) - Wikipedia “The Nice Price” stickers @katieonviolin tells Merlin about The Apparatus™ in 2024 Hypercritical #42: The Wrong Guy The Plumber Problem Hors d'oeuvre - Wikipedia

Fri, 06 Jun 2025 01:15:00 GMT http://relay.fm/rd/262 http://relay.fm/rd/262 Everybody's Got a Tunnel 262 Merlin Mann and John Siracusa On goals and accomplishments. On goals and accomplishments. clean 6047 On goals and accomplishments. This episode of Reconcilable Differences is sponsored by: Grist: A modern, open source spreadsheet that goes beyond the grid. Try it for free today. P: The water reminder and hydration app. Links and Show Notes: After some great Follow-Up on "Allentown" and The Apparatus, your hosts talk about goals and accomplishments. In this month's member bonus episode, John talks about playing Marathon (again). You can sign up today to hear all the member episodes, get more bonus stuff, and help support our program. (Recorded Tuesday, May 27, 2025) Get an ad-free version of the show, plus a monthly extended episode. The history of Billy Joel's Allentown - Hidden History, by Lenny Flank @nieltorda's even more impressive apparatus The Apparatus over the years Seb labels the parts of The Apparatus Bob Dively explains The Apparatus Ian of Earth explains the rusty braces on The Apparatus A Bell Is a Cup - Wikipedia"A Bell Is a Cup.…Until It Is Struck" The Waterworks card game (1972) Sirens (2025 TV series) The Cast of US #17: ConvergenceJohn's guest appearance on The Cast of Us podcast to discuss the finale of season 2 of The Last of Us TV show on HBO. Making a Mess: a History of MegalopolisFrom the Be Kind Rewind YouTube channel, Bono: Stories of Surrender (Book) Apple Original Films celebrates the world premiere of “Bono: Stories of Surrender” at the Cannes Film Festival Marathon (1994 video game) Marathon (2025(?) video game) Marathon reveal teaser - YouTube Marathon cinematic - YouTube

Fri, 06 Jun 2025 01:15:00 GMT http://relay.fm/rd/262 http://relay.fm/rd/262 Merlin Mann and John Siracusa On goals and accomplishments. On goals and accomplishments. clean 6047 On goals and accomplishments. This episode of Reconcilable Differences is sponsored by: Grist: A modern, open source spreadsheet that goes beyond the grid. Try it for free today. P: The water reminder and hydration app. Links and Show Notes: After some great Follow-Up on "Allentown" and The Apparatus, your hosts talk about goals and accomplishments. In this month's member bonus episode, John talks about playing Marathon (again). You can sign up today to hear all the member episodes, get more bonus stuff, and help support our program. (Recorded Tuesday, May 27, 2025) Get an ad-free version of the show, plus a monthly extended episode. The history of Billy Joel's Allentown - Hidden History, by Lenny Flank @nieltorda's even more impressive apparatus The Apparatus over the years Seb labels the parts of The Apparatus Bob Dively explains The Apparatus Ian of Earth explains the rusty braces on The Apparatus A Bell Is a Cup - Wikipedia"A Bell Is a Cup.…Until It Is Struck" The Waterworks card game (1972) Sirens (2025 TV series) The Cast of US #17: ConvergenceJohn's guest appearance on The Cast of Us podcast to discuss the finale of season 2 of The Last of Us TV show on HBO. Making a Mess: a History of MegalopolisFrom the Be Kind Rewind YouTube channel, Bono: Stories of Surrender (Book) Apple Original Films celebrates the world premiere of “Bono: Stories of Surrender” at the Cannes Film Festival Marathon (1994 video game) Marathon (2025(?) video game) Marathon reveal teaser - YouTube Marathon cinematic - YouTube

The couple's view of life comes after a very busy and enjoyable holiday weekend, which included things to recommend, and revel in. Fun topics are our upcoming anniversary, my decade after road trip reprise, Yacht Rock doc, under the radar fine films, cool books, and other cool stuff. Join the fun!

Thu, 22 May 2025 21:15:00 GMT http://relay.fm/rd/261 http://relay.fm/rd/261 Apparatus Tycoon 261 Merlin Mann and John Siracusa Your hosts finally discuss The Apparatus. Your hosts finally discuss The Apparatus. clean 5332 Your hosts finally discuss The Apparatus. This episode of Reconcilable Differences is sponsored by: Grist: A modern, open source spreadsheet that goes beyond the grid. Try it for free today. Links and Show Notes: Things kick off with some Billy Joel talk. Merlin thinks he's hearing double, but John's not so sure. Anyway, be sure to hang that graduation on the wall. In follow-up, John shares a listener's collection of colorful zipper nudges from around the world. Next, Merlin's kid continues to unintentionally learn how to do computer things. The legends and lore of YouTube engagement strategies are considered. This week's main topic is The Apparatus. In which your hosts investigate a fascinating and evolving contraption that appeared in Merlin's neighborhood. Things wrap with some anecdotes about places in Merlin's neighborhood where people have made numbers one and two in gross, anti-social ways. (Recorded on Tuesday, May 13, 2025) Credits Audio Editor: Jim Metzendorf Admin Assistance: Kerry Provenzano Music: Merlin Mann The Suits: Stephen Hackett, Myke Hurley Get an ad-free version of the show, plus a monthly extended episode. Billy Joel - "It's Still Rock and Roll to Me" (Glass Houses, 1980) Billy Joel's Allentown vs. Levittown vs. Bethlehem “He thrusts his fists against the posts and still insists he sees the ghosts.” On My Own, as sung by Kaho ShimadaThe best version of On My Own, according to John. It's from Les Misérables (Highlights from the Complete Symphonic International Cast Recording) Les Misérables (Highlights from the Complete Symphonic International Cast Recording) ATP Top Four: Game Consoles The Apparatus Makeshift AC outlet adapter meme What Roy Wood was capable of. | Everybody's a critic. | FlickrMerlin's kid has a history of forging technological desire pa

Thu, 22 May 2025 21:15:00 GMT http://relay.fm/rd/261 http://relay.fm/rd/261 Merlin Mann and John Siracusa Your hosts finally discuss The Apparatus. Your hosts finally discuss The Apparatus. clean 5332 Your hosts finally discuss The Apparatus. This episode of Reconcilable Differences is sponsored by: Grist: A modern, open source spreadsheet that goes beyond the grid. Try it for free today. Links and Show Notes: Things kick off with some Billy Joel talk. Merlin thinks he's hearing double, but John's not so sure. Anyway, be sure to hang that graduation on the wall. In follow-up, John shares a listener's collection of colorful zipper nudges from around the world. Next, Merlin's kid continues to unintentionally learn how to do computer things. The legends and lore of YouTube engagement strategies are considered. This week's main topic is The Apparatus. In which your hosts investigate a fascinating and evolving contraption that appeared in Merlin's neighborhood. Things wrap with some anecdotes about places in Merlin's neighborhood where people have made numbers one and two in gross, anti-social ways. (Recorded on Tuesday, May 13, 2025) Credits Audio Editor: Jim Metzendorf Admin Assistance: Kerry Provenzano Music: Merlin Mann The Suits: Stephen Hackett, Myke Hurley Get an ad-free version of the show, plus a monthly extended episode. Billy Joel - "It's Still Rock and Roll to Me" (Glass Houses, 1980) Billy Joel's Allentown vs. Levittown vs. Bethlehem “He thrusts his fists against the posts and still insists he sees the ghosts.” On My Own, as sung by Kaho ShimadaThe best version of On My Own, according to John. It's from Les Misérables (Highlights from the Complete Symphonic International Cast Recording) Les Misérables (Highlights from the Complete Symphonic International Cast Recording) ATP Top Four: Game Consoles The Apparatus Makeshift AC outlet adapter meme What Roy Wood was capable of. | Everybody's a critic. | FlickrMerlin's kid has a history of forgin

Stories and laughs abound in another couple's view of life episode. Nursing our ailing dogs, a new Pope, Mother's memories, anniversaries far and wide, true binging, dancing, music, golf spectating, and much more in the lively mix. Come on along!

Fri, 09 May 2025 21:45:00 GMT http://relay.fm/rd/260 http://relay.fm/rd/260 The Mandala Effect 260 Merlin Mann and John Siracusa Merlin is very vulnerable, and John is encouraged to leverage this. Merlin is very vulnerable, and John is encouraged to leverage this. clean 5824 Subtitle: It's hard to look things up if they don't exist.Merlin is very vulnerable, and John is encouraged to leverage this. This episode of Reconcilable Differences is sponsored by: Yawn Email: Tame your inbox with intelligent daily summaries. Start your 14-day free trial today. Grist: A modern, open source spreadsheet that goes beyond the grid. Try it for free today. ExpressVPN: High-Speed, Secure & Anonymous VPN Service. Get an extra three months free. Links and Show Notes: Credits Audio Editor: Jim Metzendorf Admin Assistance: Kerry Provenzano Music: Merlin Mann The Suits: Stephen Hackett, Myke Hurley Get an ad-free version of the show, plus a monthly extended episode. Snopes on “First they ignore you, then they laugh at you, then they fight you, then you win” Merlin's blog post about his latest ChatGPT success (among other things) Merlin's blog post about celebrating good things Tiny Glade The Incomparable #208: The Good People Are Dead AlreadyJohn talks about The Last of Us video game on The Incomparable. The Incomparable #536: Sometimes the Drawer Is Empty John talks about The Last of Us Part II video game on The Incomparable. The Cast of Us #10: Look for the LightJohn talks about the final episode of The Last of Us (TV sh

Fri, 09 May 2025 21:45:00 GMT http://relay.fm/rd/260 http://relay.fm/rd/260 Merlin Mann and John Siracusa Merlin is very vulnerable, and John is encouraged to leverage this. Merlin is very vulnerable, and John is encouraged to leverage this. clean 5824 Subtitle: It's hard to look things up if they don't exist.Merlin is very vulnerable, and John is encouraged to leverage this. This episode of Reconcilable Differences is sponsored by: Yawn Email: Tame your inbox with intelligent daily summaries. Start your 14-day free trial today. Grist: A modern, open source spreadsheet that goes beyond the grid. Try it for free today. ExpressVPN: High-Speed, Secure & Anonymous VPN Service. Get an extra three months free. Links and Show Notes: Credits Audio Editor: Jim Metzendorf Admin Assistance: Kerry Provenzano Music: Merlin Mann The Suits: Stephen Hackett, Myke Hurley Get an ad-free version of the show, plus a monthly extended episode. Snopes on “First they ignore you, then they laugh at you, then they fight you, then you win” Merlin's blog post about his latest ChatGPT success (among other things) Merlin's blog post about celebrating good things Tiny Glade The Incomparable #208: The Good People Are Dead AlreadyJohn talks about The Last of Us video game on The Incomparable. The Incomparable #536: Sometimes the Drawer Is Empty John talks about The Last of Us Part II video game on The Incomparable. The Cast of Us #10: Look for the LightJohn talks about the final episode

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 19:00:00 GMT http://relay.fm/rd/259 http://relay.fm/rd/259 Cascade of Interventions 259 Merlin Mann and John Siracusa Stop blaming the dog. Stop blaming the dog. clean 5939 Subtitle: Consider the Banana.Stop blaming the dog. This episode of Reconcilable Differences is sponsored by: Yawn Email: Tame your inbox with intelligent daily summaries. Start your 14-day free trial today. Grist: A modern, open source spreadsheet that goes beyond the grid. Try it for free today. Links and Show Notes: Things kick off with a second episode in which John has to force a context transition, then Merlin commiserates about how bad apps and institutions can be. In Follow-Up, Merlin introduces both new data and new methodologies to Things It Took Me Too Long to Realize, and John shares yet another instance of erroneously blaming an animal for something bad happening. Topic one seems like it'll be a topic about how an aging gentleman grooms, but then it ends up being about follicle madness, acceptance, and retaining the sort of friends who'll tell you when your fly is down. Finally, John has a really good music topic that ends up going into feelings and the sublime subtleties of ardent fandom. (Recorded on Tuesday, April 15, 2025) Credits Audio Editor: Jim Metzendorf Admin Assistance: Kerry Provenzano Music: Merlin Mann The Suits: Stephen Hackett, Myke Hurley Get an ad-free version of the show, plus a monthly extended episode. The 36-Hour Day: A Family Guide to Caring for People Who Have Alzheimer Disease and Other Dementias Kirk Cameron and Ray Comfort on "The Atheist's Nightmare": a banana Don't blame the penguin 10 Ways to Tell Someone Their Fly Is Unzipped - Reddit What to Say When Someone's Fly Is Down Fortress: The London Symphony Orchestra Performs the Music of Sting - Amazon Fortress: The London Symphony Orchestra Performs the Music of Sting - YouTube True Love Waits - Christopher O'Riley Plays Radiohead I Was Born for This (Soundtrack version) I Was Born for This - Live with the Swedish Radio Symphony Orchestra D.H.T.'s cover of Listen To Your Heart - YouTube Threes video game soundtrack - YouTube Doctor Who, The End of Time: Part 2: This song is ending, but the story never ends - YouTube L

Fri, 11 Apr 2025 18:30:00 GMT http://relay.fm/rd/258 http://relay.fm/rd/258 All These Little Things 258 Merlin Mann and John Siracusa This week, your hosts talk about ChatGPT's new image generation abilities. And in this month's member after show, John and Merlin talk about the Netflix show, "Adolescence." This week, your hosts talk about ChatGPT's new image generation abilities. And in this month's member after show, John and Merlin talk about the Netflix show, "Adolescence." clean 5791 This week, your hosts talk about ChatGPT's new image generation abilities. And in this month's member after show, John and Merlin talk about the Netflix show, "Adolescence." This episode of Reconcilable Differences is sponsored by: Yawn Email: Tame your inbox with intelligent daily summaries. Start your 14-day free trial today. ExpressVPN: High-Speed, Secure & Anonymous VPN Service. Get an extra three months free. Grist: A modern, open source spreadsheet that goes beyond the grid. Try it for free today. Links and Show Notes: This week, your hosts talk about ChatGPT's new image generation abilities. And in this month's member after show, John and Merlin talk about the Netflix show, "Adolescence." Credits Audio Editor: Jim Metzendorf Admin Assistance: Kerry Provenzano Music: Merlin Mann The Suits: Stephen Hackett, Myke Hurley Get an ad-free version of the show, plus a monthly extended episode. Never complain, never explain - Wikipedia Introducing 4o Image Generation - OpenAI RetroFab by ItizsoRetroFab is a new online collection of vintage electronic game simulations that can be played in the browser.I am now releasing in to early access the first (of hopefully many) simulations in this collection. Adolescence 2025 - Netflix Vanity Fair: How One-Shots Keep Evolving - YouTube Jungleland, by Bruce Springsteen Listen to Jungleland Next On “Black Mirror” -The Toast"what if phones, but too much" Athena (2022) Motion Sickness, by Phoebe Bridgers Apple Cider Vinegar (TV series) - Wikipedia

Fri, 28 Mar 2025 01:45:00 GMT http://relay.fm/rd/257 http://relay.fm/rd/257 Reverse Procrastination Bingo 257 Merlin Mann and John Siracusa This week's topic: Kids & Driving This week's topic: Kids & Driving clean 6210 Subtitle: Merlin thinks John doesn't understand the whole point of the exercise.This week's topic: Kids & Driving This episode of Reconcilable Differences is sponsored by: Grist: A modern, open source spreadsheet that goes beyond the grid. Try it for free today. Links and Show Notes: Things kick off with some Donkey Kong Follow-Up that leads to a fair amount of vintage video game nostalgia. Merlin has a new Thing It Took Him Too Long to Realize, but John seems determined to deny him any kind of credit or joy about it. In response to a listener request, John goes into more detail on what exactly Ice Day entails. The main topic is Kids and Driving. Which includes appropriate side topics on motion sickness, running stop signs, and Merlin's former life a very unsafe young operator. Also: Afterschool Specials. (Recorded on Tuesday, March 18, 2025) Credits Audio Editor: Jim Metzendorf Admin Assistance: Kerry Provenzano Music: Merlin Mann The Suits: Stephen Hackett, Myke Hurley Get an ad-free version of the show, plus a monthly extended episode. Donkey Kong Mini Arcade - eBay Donkey Kong Mini Arcade price chart Mattel Football || - eBay Irish guests on The Graham Norton Show - YouTube Excalibur (1981) Project Farm's dash cam comparison - YouTube License to Drive (1988) The driving test scene from License to DriveNow, I love my coffee… Robby Benson Lance Kerwin: The feathered-haired prince of ABC Afterschool Specials Scenes from the Quincy Punk Rock Episode - YouTube

Thu, 13 Mar 2025 18:45:00 GMT http://relay.fm/rd/256 http://relay.fm/rd/256 Tomorrow is an Ice Day 256 Merlin Mann and John Siracusa Follow-up brings updates on "all balls" plus a novel inversion to "Secret Weird Things People Do." Main topic this week is cooking alone. Follow-up brings updates on "all balls" plus a novel inversion to "Secret Weird Things People Do." Main topic this week is cooking alone. clean 5319 Subtitle: Grandpa is just "Pee Pad" now,Follow-up brings updates on "all balls" plus a novel inversion to "Secret Weird Things People Do." Main topic this week is cooking alone. This episode of Reconcilable Differences is sponsored by: Grist: A modern, open source spreadsheet that goes beyond the grid. Try it for free today. Links and Show Notes: Follow-up brings updates on "all balls" plus a novel inversion to "Secret Weird Things People Do." This week's main topic is cooking alone. In this month's member bonus episode, your hosts consider Dune: Prophecy, including some critical spycraft problems. You can sign up today to hear all the member episodes, get more bonus stuff, and help support our program. (Recorded Tuesday, March 4, 2025) Credits Audio Editor: Jim Metzendorf Admin Assistance: Kerry Provenzano Music: Merlin Mann The Suits: Stephen Hackett, Myke Hurley Get an ad-free version of the show, plus a monthly extended episode. Rule 34 - Wikipedia Crab legs!? Ahhh… (MTV) The Terminator: How to Turn a B-Movie Into a Masterpiece - YouTube Desmond Hume from Lost Jane Krakowski - Wikipedia Frame Game Squircle - Wikipedia Greeble (or Greebly) - Wikipedia Demand-Paged - Wikipedia Who wants…to live…forever…? - YouTube Who Wants to Live Forever - Queen Awake (TV series) - Wikipedia Pac-Man music - YouTubeThe first video game song that comes into Merlin's head is Pac-Man (not Donkey Kong) Moon Patrol music - YouTube