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Welcome to the One Hundred & Fifty-Eighth Edition of The Chronicles Of Podcast, These are The Chronicles of Jon Mahon II Jon Mahon returns to The Chronicles of Podcast for an exclusive deep dive into his brand new debut single 'You Got This' and more. We talk about his unforgettable DJ set at Download Festival 2024, spinning tracks at a wrestling-themed club night, and his exciting upcoming tour as the opening DJ for Bowling for Soup. Jon also shares the journey behind his brand-new debut single You Got This, available now on all streaming platforms, and what's next for his music career.  Also this week, things get weird as Tom dives into two insane sports, from Polish MMA chaos to an Asian hanging kicking fight—yes, really! We also break down the craze of American remakes of British shows, including the bizarre idea of Deal or No Deal... on a beach?! Plus, we talk about a bunch of new music releases, Tom roasts Jamie's pronunciation (again), and the boys catch up on their weeks, with Jamie having proud parent moments and Tom hyped for the Six Nations rugby. Callum's Teachings are back, and this time he's got deep thoughts including asking why Slinkys and springs are different??. Tom's Journal delivers another round of the funniest internet finds, and Jamie's audience participation challenge asks: If you had a warning label, what would it say? LinkTree - Jon Mahon Official Website - The Chronicles of Podcast Official Sponsor - SayWeCanFly Affiliate Charity - Sophie Lancaster Foundation

News; birthdays/events; most popular nfl teams this year...no america's team in the top 5!; word of the day. News; could you furnish a house with hand me downs, thrifted, and/or salvaged items?; game: famous drum intros; is compensation worth occupation burnout? News; what reality shows do you watch?; game: backwards song game; stories of embarassing things people have done in public. News; how you like your toasted marshmallows says a lot about your personality; game: spoken intros to tv shows; goodbye/fun facts....Slinky Day...the Toy Hall of Fame Superstar. Richard James, an American naval engineer, designed the Slinky toy in 1943 in Philadelphia, and it has been around for more than six decades. In the toy market, it was an instant hit...but it was discovered by accident..James knocked a spring off a shelf at work and watched as it stepped in a series of arcs to a stack of books, a tabletop, and finally to the floor, where it recoiled and stood upright. Over the next year, James experimented with several sorts of steel wire until he discovered a spring that could walk. Slinky is first shown at the U.S. Toy Fair in 1946...and it sold out in 90 minutes and sold more than 100 million Slinky units in the first two years making him an equivalent of $1 billion in revenue....In 1999, Slinkys were featured on a U.S postage stamp and in 2000, they were inducted into the toy hall of fame.

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Tuesday, January 23rd, 2024. On this week's episode of Earthling Entertainment, Joe & Ryan jump into the legend of the Jersey Devil. Then they discuss a new thermal imaging photo of yet another UAP that can't be easily explained. Do you prefer a plastic or metal Slinky? Finally we close our episode with a trivia game on the 1980s classic “Killer Klowns From Outer Space”. All this and more on this week's episode of Earthling Entertainment. 

The world we inhabit is constantly changing. From the technological advances of interconnectivity to the global movements that bring about social change, nothing seems stagnant for long. But often, it's not the sweeping revolutions that move us forward - it's the small, everyday changes that can create a ripple effect and have a big impact on our lives. The Myth of Big Innovations The prevailing belief is that only grand, monumental innovations can orchestrate significant change. This mindset, however, can be misleading. It often overlooks the transformative power of small innovations - the subtle yet impactful adjustments that often lay the foundation for large-scale change. Consider the evolution of the smartphone, which wasn't born out of a sudden, revolutionary idea. It was the product of numerous small innovations stacked over time - a gradual progression from landline phones to mobile phones and internet-enabled devices. Each seemingly insignificant incremental step was a critical component of the transformative technology we now cannot imagine living without. Consequently, we need to debunk the myth that only monumental disruptive innovations create a significant impact. The reality is that small, incremental innovations hold tremendous potential and often serve as the building blocks of the larger, more revolutionary changes we celebrate. Surprising Examples of Small Innovations with Major Impact Let's look at several examples highlighting the tremendous potential of small innovations with outsized impacts. The Mouse Wheel This seemingly insignificant feature now seen on almost every mouse was not originally part of the design. It was only introduced in 1995 by the Microsoft IntelliMouse. Before the advent of the mouse wheel, users had to drag the scrollbar to navigate through the content, which was often cumbersome and time-consuming. The introduction of the mouse wheel brought about a significant shift in how users interacted with their computers. It allowed quick and seamless scrolling through documents and web pages, significantly improving navigation efficiency. This small, incremental innovation also enhanced productivity and enriched the overall user experience, contributing to the broader goal of making technology more intuitive and user-friendly. Today, it's hard to imagine a mouse without a scroll wheel. QR Codes The QR Code, or Quick Response Code, is a two-dimensional barcode initially created by the automotive industry in Japan in 1994. It was originally developed by Denso Wave, a subsidiary of Toyota, to track car parts during manufacturing. The QR Code improved on the traditional barcode, capable of storing significantly larger information and being read from any angle. Its initial application was limited to the auto manufacturing process, but its potential for broader use was quickly recognized. In the years that followed, with the advancement of smartphones equipped with cameras, the QR Code was used in various public and commercial applications. Its first use outside the automotive industry was marketing, as companies used QR Codes for promotional purposes. It went on to facilitate a wide range of use cases, from contactless payments to ticket validations and quick website access. The QR Code made life easier and more efficient in countless ways. Contactless Payments Contactless payments took shape in the late 1990s and were born out of the desire for faster and more convenient methods. The first hint of this technology was when Mobil introduced the Speedpass in 1997, a keychain device that allowed customers to pay at gas stations by simply waving the device near the pump. However, it wasn't until 2007 that the first contactless credit cards started appearing, with Mastercard's PayPass and Visa's payWave leading the charge. These credit cards were embedded with a chip and an antenna allowing data transfer via Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology. Customers could now pay for their transactions by simply tapping their card against the payment terminal, eliminating the need for swiping the card or entering a PIN. The innovation didn't stop there. With the advent of smartphones and Near Field Communication (NFC) technology, the stage was set for the next evolution in contactless payments: mobile wallets. In 2011, Google launched Google Wallet, the first mobile wallet in the United States. It enabled users to store their phone card information and make payments by tapping their device against a payment terminal. Today, contactless payments have become the norm in many parts of the world, with several other players like Apple Pay and Samsung Pay joining the fray. What started as a simple idea to make payments faster and more convenient has transformed how we transact, impacting millions of consumers and businesses worldwide. I LED Lighting LED lighting, an innovation that revolutionized the world of artificial illumination, has humble origins in the early 20th century. The principle theory behind LEDs, or Light Emitting Diodes, was discovered in 1907 by British experimenter H. J. Round. However, it wasn't until the 1960s that practical applications of LEDs were first explored. Nick Holonyak Jr., an engineer at General Electric, is credited with inventing the first practical visible-spectrum LED in 1962. The earliest LEDs only emitted a low-intensity red light, which found its use in calculators and watches. Over the next few decades, the technology gradually improved, with the development of new materials allowing for LED lights of different colors, including the white light we see today. However, these early white LEDs were expensive and inefficient, limiting their usage to specific applications. The first practical LED display was developed at HP Labs in 1968. Howard Borden and Gerald Pighini led its development. The LED displays used integrated LED circuit technology and was the first intelligent LED display. It was a revolution in digital display technology, becoming the basis for later LED displays. The real breakthrough in LED technology came in the mid-1990s when a team of researchers led by Shuji Nakamura, then working at Nichia in Japan, developed the high-brightness blue LED. This game-changer; made it possible to create white light by combining blue light with phosphor, which improved efficiency and reduced the cost of LED lighting. The transformation from traditional incandescent bulbs to LEDs has resulted in substantial energy savings and a reduced carbon footprint worldwide. According to the US Department of Energy, LED lights use at least 75% less energy and last 25 times longer than incandescent lighting. Today, LED lighting is everywhere, from our homes and offices to our streets and vehicles. 3D Printing The roots of 3D Printing, or additive manufacturing, can be traced back to the 1980s. Chuck Hull, an engineer, and physicist, invented the first 3D printing process known as "stereolithography" in 1984 based on the inspiration from traditional Printing and applying its concepts to 3D objects. Hull's invention allowed for the creation of 3D objects by successively layering thin sheets of ultraviolet photo-curable material one on top of the other. This process marked a significant shift from traditional manufacturing methods, which were largely subtractive, involving cutting or drilling parts from larger materials. Hull's company, 3D Systems, commercialized the first 3D printer 1987. However, the technology was expensive and primarily used for industrial prototyping. It wasn't until the 21st century, with technological advances and lower-cost 3D printers, that the process became more accessible to a broader market. The subsequent significant development in 3D Printing came in 2009 when the UK's RepRap project, a university-based initiative, created the first self-replicating 3D printer. This printer could print its parts, dramatically reducing the cost and increasing the accessibility of 3D printing technology. Today, 3D Printing's influence can be seen across various industries. From automotive and aerospace, where it's used for creating prototypes and complex parts, to the medical field, where it's used for producing custom prosthetics and even human tissues, 3D Printing continues to push the boundaries of innovation. Its potential in transforming production processes and customizing products to individual needs is only beginning to be realized, marking a new era in manufacturing and design. HDMI Cables High-Definition Multimedia Interface, or HDMI, is a technology that has dramatically simplified and improved how we connect our audio and video devices. The development of HDMI can be traced back to 2002, when seven prominent electronics manufacturers, including Sony, Philips, and Toshiba, collaborated to create a single cable that could transmit uncompressed audio and video signals. This was a significant departure from the multitude of cables that were previously required for this purpose, such as composite, S-video, and VGA cables. The simplicity and effectiveness of HDMI were apparent, and it quickly gained acceptance in the consumer electronics industry. In addition to simplifying the setup process, HDMI cables offered significant improvements in audio and video quality. They could transmit high-definition (HD) and later ultra-high-definition (UHD) signals, offering a far superior viewing experience to standard-definition signals. In the years following its introduction, HDMI standards have continued to evolve, with new versions offering improved functionality, higher speeds, and better signal quality. Today, HDMI is the de facto standard for connecting high-definition devices, from televisions and projectors to gaming consoles and computers. Its widespread adoption is a testament to its success in simplifying our digital lives and delivering high-quality audio and video experiences. Slinky The Slinky, a beloved children's toy and a marvel of physics, has an interesting origin story that dates back to the 1940s. It was invented by naval engineer Richard James, who accidentally discovered the toy. James knocked over a sample coil while working on a project to develop springs for stabilizing sensitive equipment aboard ships. To his amazement, the coil "walked" down the stack of books, onto the tabletop, and then onto the floor, where it re-coiled itself. James saw potential in this, and in 1945, he and his wife Betty launched James Industries, producing the first Slinkys. What started as a simple toy has found unexpected applications in diverse fields. In science classrooms worldwide, Slinkys demonstrate wave properties, harmonic motion, and energy propagation. The toy's ability to 'walk' down steps demonstrates essential physics principles, particularly converting potential energy into kinetic energy. Scientists have even used Slinkys in seismology to model P and S waves during earthquakes. Moreover, in music, the Slinky has been used as an improvised musical instrument, and its unique sound is used in the production of various songs and soundtracks. The Slinky's journey from accidental discovery to a household name demonstrates the fascinating interplay between simple concepts and far-reaching applications. Its popularity as a toy and a teaching tool continues to endure, proving that sometimes, the simplest ideas can have the most profound impacts. Lessons Learned from These Innovations The innovations detailed above provide valuable lessons applicable to multiple fields: Embrace Serendipity: As seen in the creation of the Slinky, sometimes a chance observation can lead to a groundbreaking invention. Keeping an open mind and seeing the potential in unexpected occurrences is essential. Collaboration is Key: The development of HDMI was a collaborative effort by several electronics manufacturers. This underscores the importance of collaboration in driving innovation. Simplicity Sells: Both the Slinky and HDMI cables highlight how simplicity can drive user adoption. The Slinky's simple physics and HDMI's single-cable solution both won over consumers with their straightforward, easy-to-understand design. Evolution is Essential: Like 3D printing technology and HDMI standards, successful inventions often need to evolve to meet changing consumer demands and technological advancements. Cross-Disciplinary Influence: The Slinky, originally a toy, found applications in education, seismology, and music. This demonstrates that innovations can have far-reaching impacts across various disciplines, often beyond their intended use. Enhance User Experience: Contactless payments and the mouse wheel highlight the importance of user experience when developing new technologies or improving existing ones. A positive user experience can lead to rapid adoption and customer satisfaction. Understand User Needs: The success of the mouse wheel underscores the importance of understanding user needs and behaviors. By addressing a specific user need (easy navigation), the mouse wheel significantly improved the functionality of the computer mouse. Seamless Integration: As demonstrated by contactless payments, seamless integration of technology into everyday routines can lead to widespread adoption. This requires a deep understanding of the context in which the technology will be used and designing solutions that fit naturally into that context. How To Identify Small Innovations Identifying potential small innovations in everyday life can be achieved through various strategies: Mindful Observation: Pay attention to your daily routines and those of others. Look for inefficiencies, inconveniences, and pain points. These are opportunities for improvement and innovation. Welcome Feedback: Feedback, whether from colleagues, friends, or family, can help identify gaps or areas for improvement that you may have overlooked. Staying Updated: Follow trends and advancements in technology, science, and other fields of interest. These can inspire new ideas or enhancements to existing objects or processes. Experimentation: Don't be afraid to experiment. Some of the most impactful innovations arise from trials and iterations. Cross-Pollination of Ideas: Apply solutions or concepts from one field to another. This can lead to innovative solutions that might not have been apparent within the original context. Remember, it's not always about creating something entirely new. Often, the most influential innovations are those that improve or refine existing processes or tools, making life easier, more efficient, or more enjoyable. Conclusion Small innovations' profound impact often extends far beyond their original purpose or field. From the accidental invention of the Slinky to the intentional design of HDMI cables and contactless payments, these examples demonstrate how simple ideas can transform into groundbreaking innovations. So, look around you, engage with your world, and don't stop experimenting with ideas, no matter how small or simple they may seem. Remember, even the most straightforward idea has the potential to create a ripple effect, leading to significant improvements and far-reaching impacts. So, keep innovating, keep improving, and remember - no idea is too small to make a big difference!      

In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Dr. Charlie Bahnson, the Department's wildlife veterinarian. We learn more about the many diseases impacting wildlife in the state, touch on CWD and the status in North Dakota and hear about the grossest thing Dr. Charlie has encountered as a wildlife vet.

Drag out that toybox you've kept in storage and let's root around in there for a while as Joseph and Mike reminisce about old toys like Slinkys, Colorforms, Super Balls, and toy robots (to mention just a few things!) However, the first thing Mike has to do is answer Joseph's VHS SLP Dub Tape challenge and provide six hours worth of recorded media with the theme of "Well I'll Be a Monkey's Uncle". Things are gonna get bananas!

Jem talks about his new book!Get your copy at https://www.amberley-books.com/slinkys-and-snake-bombs.html - or from wherever you buy your books!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Jem Duducu joins us to talk all about his new book - which looks at all manner of forgotten and weird history.   Buy Jem's book, Slinkys and Snake Bombs: WEIRD but TRUE Historical Facts at our Bookshop:  https://uk.bookshop.org/a/6252/9781398102996 Join the fun on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/historyhack

Remember when you could buy a squirt gun that looked like a Kalashnikov? When parents would set their kids free and expect them to take care of their sh*t until dinner time? When 8 year-olds were free to watch hyperviolent dramatic meditations on the Vietnam war and then play with the corresponding heavily-armed action figure? From GI Joes to Slinkys, from baseball cards to invisible dogs, toys play an outsized role in our society. They’ve gone from being kids’ playthings to collectibles, and are now as much for adults as they are for kids. Go fishing with Spider-Man, stage a Playmobil robbery, and join the Meerkats as they reminisce about good toys, bad toys, dangerous toys, and more.

Comedian Sara Weinshenk sits down W/Stephanie Simbari. They discuss everything from self care in the new world to the sound peacocks make.They also talk flossing, moon-pots, sauces, cat's cradle and the "dance of the slinky". Follow Stephanie Simbari @ssimbari on Instagram/ @stephsimbari Twitter Subscribe to her podcast: That's So Retrograde Follow Sara Weinshenk @princessshenk Email all fashion/guest related questions to shenk.pod@gmail.com Subscribe, Rate & Review on iTunes! Brought to you by: https://ooohyeah.com @ooohyeahsocks - Discount Code: SARA10 Watch on Podcast Youtube - Sara Weinshenk - LINK HERE Edit by Todd Walker @toddwalker.mp4 SUPPORT THE SHOW SHOP SHENK MERCH - Shop.upstatemerch.com/shenk Email all fashion/guest related questions to shenk.pod@gmail.com Subscribe, Rate & Review on iTunes!

In this week’s TouchArcade Show we talk about the Slinky Jr. (what is with us and Slinkys?) before talking a … Continue reading "A Free 12-Pack Seems Suspicious – The TouchArcade Show #480"

In this episode we are joined again by the lovely Dr Jared Cooney-Horvath, an educational neuroscientist working at the University of Melbourne. Jared's work involves researching the brain, its role in learning and translating what we can find in the research to practical applications for our learning!This time we focus on sleep and what happens when the lights go off! We delve into the important role sleep plays in consolidating memories and strengthening our learning; the damage we can do by pulling 'all nighters'. We also  explore the science behind the morning lark/night owl, whether we all need those golden "8 hours of  sleep" and what exactly is happening when we dream!?Recommendations from the episode:Fringeology (book)Book recommended by Jared, looking at the 'fringes' of science , including a chapter on lucid dreaming and what it taught us about ourselves and our understanding of the brain.How Much Sleep Do Teenagers Need (short You Tube video)From Jared' You Tube channel, 'From Theory to Practice', discussing a research paper  that examines the fundamental linkage between sleep, learning and memory formation! Why We Sleep (book)A fantastic read looking at what we know and understand about the importance of sleep in every aspect of our life!If you enjoy the podcast please do leave us a review on iTunes and if you'd like to contact us you can find us on Instagram (give us a follow!) @thehippocampuspodcast and Twitter @hippocampus_podYou can also email us at thehippocampuspodcast@gmail.com! We are always open to hearing suggestions for future episodes and future guests!

It's late on the East Coast and it looks like a bomb went off in the basement -- Julee is refueling for the last leg of the marathon through the plastic slotted organizer trays with some hot coffee from her “Hug me I’m Almost Famous” mug (which Tom loves). So strap in, Keepers, for a Special Edition: Julee surprises Tom with a musical gift and some updates on last minute biffing notions AND the tiny Disney figures have a name -- yup! -- Tom did a deep Google dive to find the identity of these vintage guys! We hear the opening of an epic toy in the vintage audio and Shrinky Dinks make their Back Through The Basement debut!! So buckle up for more rando-items, coins and pins (sorry, Julee). To make the pins fun (because Julee is rather anti-pin), Tom launches a Pin Game -- apparently that was the key to opening Julee's slap-happy floodgate. Thank you all for tuning in through these tray episodes -- we hope you had as much fun listening as Tom and Julee had going through them! Next episode they're moving on...through the basement. Now in their forties, Julee and Tom are reconnecting as brother and sister in THE MOST distant a socially-distant podcast can be in the United States. While recording on each coast (and seeing each other over FaceTime) all the way from Los Angeles (Tom) to Boston (Julee), they start unearthing the core lessons, laughs and connections of their childhood. Plus, Julee has to fight her fear of cobwebs while Tom enjoys the comfort of his office -- yet he CAN'T touch his beloved toys like she can. As their Instagram bio indicates -- @backthroughthebasementpod -- you can follow them there to see pictures of everything they unearth -- Tom & Julee (actors, comics, voiceover artists & siblings), children of the 80s, must go through all their toys and belongings in their parents’ basement. Oh boy.Support the show (http://www.thickskincreations.com/store)

REPOD EPISODE 23: BUMBLE IS NOT A LAMBORGHINI, “E” TICKET RIFFING WITH OLIVIA KWOOOKIE .. I SWEAR OLIVIA KWOOOKIE IS THE REENCARNACION OF GOLDEN AGE COMIC, ACTRESS, WIFE TO GEROGE BURNS .. GRACEY ALLEN. HER QUICK WIT, SNAPPY COME BACKS FILL THIS PODCAST UP .. WE RIFF ON PENCIL SHARPENERS, DIVING BOARDS, AGT, SLINKYS, AND OF COURSE ICE CREAM, JELLY BELLY JELLY BEANS.  CONTACT ME AT shinysquirrelpodcast@gmail.com INSTAGRAM ACCOUNT: SHINYSQUIRRELPODCAST & SECRETPLACESLASVEGAS

We miss the 90s! Listen, as we discuss our childhood, sports bras, and Disney. Hope you can relate and laugh about some of our silly memories. 

In this episode of LIGHT TALK, the Lumen Brothers discuss everything from Focusing a Wash, to LIGHT TALK Pot Roast! Join Steve, Stan, and David as they pontificate about the new Puzzler, The mystery of lighting up the neighborhood in purple, Area light focusing techniques, Training now vs. Training then... or, Teaching lighting technology in the dark ages, Living in a lake, B-Eye's color rendering, Matching the color temperature of LED's to incandescent sources, Rendering R-9, Rare Earth Phosphors, Improvised compromise, Reinventing the lighting design profession, Using moving lights as follow spots, Ground control systems, Auto-Pilot, Ken's kid, Heathkit strikes again!, Steve says: "Follow Me", No more 10 out of 12's, and Just Say No!  Nothing is Taboo, Nothing is Sacred, and Very Little Makes Sense.

Sue Suazo-Martinez chats about her massive collection of Slinkys, which was big enough to get her into the Guinness Book of World Records.  See photos of Sue's Slinky collection! • Opening theme: "Keepers" by Still Flyin' • Closing theme: "Slow Draw/Feeling In My Heart" by Eric Frisch • Background score by Blue Dot Sessions • www.forkeepspodcast.com

This week Dave (https://twitter.com/davidegts) and Gunnar (http://atechnologyjobisnoexcuse.com/about) talk about things that are ostensibly helpful, but actually dangerous: robotic tutors, voice modulators, autocomplete, and the hellscape of Android VPN apps Creeper sauce (http://ontapgrille.com/location/stow/?page=menu) is back! Gunnar can’t wait for the delivery of his Tom Bihn Tristar (https://www.tombihn.com/products/tri-star) Human vs. robot ping pong (https://motherboard.vice.com/en_us/article/this-robot-is-almost-definitely-going-to-kick-your-ass-at-ping-pong) Hushme Lets You Talk On The Phone Privately While Pretending To Be Bane (http://www.neatorama.com/2017/03/21/Hushme-Lets-You-Talk-On-The-Phone-Privately-While-Pretending-To-Be-Bane/) Researchers Issue Security Warnings About Several Popular Android VPN Apps (http://lifehacker.com/researchers-issue-security-warnings-about-several-popul-1791617644) The browser setting everyone should turn off now (https://www.thrillist.com/tech/nation/change-chrome-autofill-browser-settings-prevent-credit-card-hacking) Is The Future Of Television Watching on Fast-Forward? (https://entertainment.slashdot.org/story/16/06/26/2044239/is-the-future-of-television-watching-on-fast-forward) Network Television Stations Speed Up TV Shows to Fit in More Ads (http://lifehacker.com/network-television-stations-speed-up-tv-shows-to-fit-in-1797131517) Couch to 5K (http://www.coolrunning.com/engine/2/2_3/181.shtml), RunKeeper (https://runkeeper.com/), and the value of chains Cutting Room Floor * Recreating Asteroids with open source and a laser projector (http://hackaday.com/2017/03/08/light-replaces-electrons-for-giant-vector-graphics-asteroids-game/) * We can now 3D print Slinkys (http://hackaday.com/2017/03/09/we-can-now-3d-print-slinkys/) * Robot Solves Sudoku on Paper (http://hackaday.com/2017/07/10/robot-solves-sudoku-on-paper/) * AI Move Poster Generator (http://www.neatorama.com/2017/07/11/AI-Move-Poster-Generator/) * Create Hilarious Fake Inspirational Messages With InspiroBot (http://lifehacker.com/create-hilarious-fake-inspirational-messages-with-inspi-1796535110) * New paint colors invented by neural network (http://lewisandquark.tumblr.com/post/160776374467/new-paint-colors-invented-by-neural-network) * Metal band names invented by neural network (http://lewisandquark.tumblr.com/post/160407271482/metal-band-names-invented-by-neural-network) * Neural networks can name guinea pigs (http://lewisandquark.tumblr.com/post/161854386267/neural-networks-can-name-guinea-pigs) * Princeton students after a freshman vs. sophomores snowball fight, 1893 (http://weird-vintage.com/post/163036593408/weirdvintage-princeton-students-after-a) * A Virtual Machine, in Google Sheets (http://hackaday.com/2017/07/05/a-virtual-machine-in-google-sheets/) We Give Thanks * The D&G Show Slack Clubhouse for the discussion topics!

The gang is cruising through Sunny California in the Sprinter Van!! This week, Freight gets sick and barfs. Tim speaks Russian. Caleb and Tim delve further into the Gooby Goober voice. Trump talks about Weebles. Josh asks a riveting question about Slinkys. And Caleb crushes some animal style fries.Also on this episode: Josh visits Velveeta, CA. A wall falls on an unsuspecting Freight. The gang has burger talk. What fruit would Freight dip in ranch dressing? Caleb gets a job as a hay hut troll. And Freight gets buttered up and slides down a hill.Get your Poddy Break Merch! Click Here!!!!Follow us @poddybreakEmail us at poddybreak@rockshowcomedy.com Click here  to see Tim LIVE!!!