Internet Plumber

In this episode, we chat about our week in Tofino at our annual summer summit. We cnat team building, surfing lessons, unexpected hospital visits (whoops), and a tsunami warning which was totally cool and not concerning at all. We dive into discussions about AI models playing Diplomacy and their different styles of conflict resolution, air bikes, onewheels, and explore cool new tech like soul read...

This episode was all about hardware (almost). From smart composting / recyclers like Mill and Lomi that turn kitchen scraps into usable dirt (they grind bones, too), to AI training platforms like Gentle Rain for enhancing workplace skills through role-playing. We also explore gadgets like the Post Hog Desk Hog analytics display, which we’ve already ordered parts for. The Post Hog wasn’t the only h...

Hey, we're back from a little hiatus because we were at Vancouver Web Summit last week (wowz) and it was great. In this episode, we give you a little review of the conference, highlight out favourite parts, and talk about some of the cool talks we went to (here's looking at you, Metalab). We also check out new AI-driven tools like Google's Stitch (spoiler, it's actually really cool and useful), an...

In this episode, Shawn gives us an IRL demo of the Auto Brush, and Gavin reviews the Meta Ray-Ban smart glasses (spoiler, they’re amazing). We chat about the Cyber Scooter, or, ahem, the Infinite Machine P1, a digital storytelling project on Chinese Canadian restaurants, a customized bike workshop from Belgium, and a health platform aiming to extend human health. We also click around a tool called...

In this episode, we chat so much about new AI and AI tools, that next week we decided it’s a no AI week (we’re tired, and there are so many new AI tools that basically do the same thing). We also dig into the pros and cons of Tesla versus new EV trucks like Slate and Tello, and chat into a few new dev tools we’re trying — like Phase and Vapid.ai. Gavin also tells us a bit more about Sidekick CLI,...

In this episode, we explore a variety of new tech products and services that we’ve found on the internet, which includes an AI-driven productivity tool (yep, another one), Native.inc , a global broker dedicated to digital assets & crypto transactions, innovative music collaboration software with 24/7 artist, and intriguing design platforms that basically look like FigJam. We also tried to orde...

In this episode, we catch up after a lil hiatus. Gavin has been heads down on a ton of Ai projects recently, so we discuss the impact of AI on their work and personal lives, and how it’s impacting projects we're working on (and clients). We explore AI's future in software engineering, its potential for rapid prototyping, and implications for job roles like product and systems engineering....

In this episode, we discuss old internet memes and videos (do you remember ol greg), and we explores a variety of new gadgets and tools, including the Glowmad (spoiler, we bought three). We also chat recent tech tools like n8n.io for automation, which replaced Elysse this week, Tray.ai for code assistance, the Caddy server for SSL setup, and Equals.com for connected spreadsheets. Finally, we discu...

In this episode, we chat Dungeons & Dragons community events in Nanaimo, Crit & Fumble, the launch of Vinecoin, and its implications for the future of Vine and social media. We also collectively analyze the advantages and challenges of using smart tools like Warp, an intelligent terminal, and DeepSeek, an open-source AI model. We also quickly touch on Blue Sky, an alternative social networ...

This week, we've officially become the shopping network, whoops! We bought a couple cool gadgets this week so we take a minute to review both. We kick things off with the Prusa MK4S printer, and finish with the DJI Neo Drone Gavin bought last week. We even include the drone footage in the video, so stay tuned till the end to check that out. Links: PlayStation 5 Pro Body Scans OpenAI o1 Preview...

In this weeks episode, we take a good chunk of the episode to chat Apple's 'Glowtime' event, and we give you our honest thoughts. We dig into most of their announcements, delving into the new iPhone features, AirPod 4s, and general expectations from Apple products moving into the next few years. All in all, we're quite honest with our review. We touch on a surprising story about a...

We're back! With season two of the Internet Plumber pod — back with a lil facelift, and a few structure for your viewing pleasure. Lets get into it. This week, we chat OpenHome’s custom AI voice interfaces, and how much we hate it, and review Brilliant Labs smart glasses. We also chat about X leaving the bay area, Elon Musk's latest controversies, Apple's upcoming iPhone 16 launch, and...

In this episode, Gavin gives us a review of the Rabbit R1, and spoiler...it's mostly not good! We also dig into Apple intelligence news, the discovery of Grolar bears (Polar and Grizzly bear hybrids), and learn that Shawns gaming controllers are likely full of chip dust.  Drop your comments & thoughts below, and join us weekly as we zip through our newsletter to show you the gems we've...

In this episode of the Internet Plumber pod, we surprise Shawn and Gavin with a guest! Caitlin Aboud joins us like old times as we rip through links, and chat tech. Join us as we discuss DDoS fantasies, authentication with Kelvin Zero, Lupe Fiasco, and Google Gemini. Drop your comments & thoughts below, and join us weekly as we zip through our newsletter to show you the gems we've sourced...

In this episode of the Internet Plumber Podcast, we chat with our friend Haley Ingram — the founder and CEO of Coffee and Contracts. We chat everything from camper van conversions, gators, to SaaS marketing tools, this episode really has it all. We also dig into Hopsotch.io, and a few open source design tools that might start to give Figma a run for their money. Oh and Gavin backed a product in th...

In this episode of The Internet Plumber Pod, we dive into an array of topics. Joined by one of Gavins pals, Tash Baycroft, who shares his experiences in the hunting, fishing, and wildlife conservation documentary sector. From AI fitting rooms, to Tattooer booking systems, this conversation brings you on a wild ride till the end. Drop your comments & thoughts below, and join us weekly as we zip...

This week, Elysse visits the office for an in-person recording, and we dig into Delphi AI, training your Vagus nerve, Scalar wave therapy, and React native IDE. We're also joined by Davina St Cyr, the Cowork community manager, and we ask her questions about vehicle auctions! Drop your comments & thoughts below, and join us weekly as we zip through our newsletter to show you the gems we&#39...

In this episode, we're full of giggles. We're joined by our pal Sebastian Abboud, an independent designer out of Nanaimo, B.C, and we chat about Not Beer water branding, Canadian treasure Matty Matheson and his retro food co, Wealthsimples Canadian longevity and much more. Drop your comments & thoughts below, and join us weekly as we zip through our newsletter to show you the gems we s...

Another week, another pod! In this episode, we chat with our friend Chris Foster from Converge. We chat through his time up in Fort Mac & experience in the oil fields (including hydrogen spheres), we chat about AI & cyber security, the Vancouver riots and founders chatting about the future.  Drop your comment & thoughts below, and join us weekly as we zip through our newsletter to show...

In this episode, we chat Crocs and Jibbets, Starlink satellites and space trash, if AI has empathy, and The Field Guide to Dumb Birds of the Whole Stupid World. We'd love to hear your thoughts! Comment any questions below, and join us weekly as we zip through our newsletter to show you the gems we've scoured from the depths of the internet! Mentioned in this one: https://cryptoinvoice.new/...

This week we're joined by our friend Grace Walker, a designer and Webflow developer out of Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Grace recently launched Fast Forward Freelance, a crash course for those looking to dive into the world of freelance design and development work. This episode was a joy to record, and chatting with Grace was truly awesome. We chat Webflow vs. Framer and the pros and cons of both...

This week, Gavin gives us a review of his Playdate, we review Crappy sunglasses, have big discussions around OpenAI, Claude 3 and AGI, and Shawn pulls the trigger on a Work Louder keyboard. Mentioned in this one: https://www.crapeyewear.com/ https://teenage.engineering/products/cm-15 https://www.louispoulsen.com/en-us https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uuy_T4YrrjM https://www.anthropic.com/news/claud...

We're back! New week, new chaos. This week, Shawn tells us about his near rollover in his sprinter van, we review Figmas new multi edit updates, the Rivian R3X release (spoiler, we love it), and billionaire tech utopias being built outside San Francisco. This is also our last podcast with our amazing product designer Caitlin before she moves to a SF tech utopia and becomes a cyborg. Drop her s...

Hey, hi, hello! We're back with another week of riveting, educational and borderline controversial links.  We were also fortunate to be joined by Robin Newman this week, the founder of Likely Story, a digital game about how to deal with awkward romantic relationship scenarios, all while educating women and young girls on how traffickers use romantic relationships to coerce girls into sex traff...

This week we went off script a little bit and added some bonus links to the roster. We chat about the 3D renderings of Drakes home, framer components with some real ASMR sounds, a tangent on data privacy, and the BEST way for you to do your taxes this year (with the best 2024 tax software). We also chat hosting, platform as a service (PaaS), and Ai cosmetology. Mentioned on this one (+ a few bonus...