I'm sure they're doing their best

Drew gets "Mexican" food. Paul really liked "The Last of Us" on HBO, and can't wait for more. The boys discuss some new Apple product rumors, and Paul talks Drew out of an Apple purchase. Paul orders a Steam Deck. Drew is bummed out about a celebrity death. Finally, Drew buys a new pen. Recorded 03/18/2023 Show Links: Agave and Rye Macbook Air 15" Rumors AirPods Max Sony WH1000MX5-B Steam Deck emu...

Paul reads a prepared statement and apology. Drew finds a way to "hack" Spotify DK for desktop users. The boys make alarming discoveries about "Cheetos." Drew gets an Apple Watch Ultra, and experiences an space-time anomaly in Powell, OH. The boys finally get to eat their candy. Recorded 03/09/2023 Show Links: Fit For an Autopsy Why Cheetos Are Banned In Germany Apple Watch Ultra Andy Capp - Chedd...

Paul doesn't get his candy. Drew has thoughts about the new "Destiny" expansion, and shares a new listener request. Paul introduces Drew to Spotify DJ. Drew makes a career decision. The boys discuss weather apps and websites while Paul's house almost blows away. The boys want your help for a good cause. Recorded 03/03/2023 Show Links: Destiny Subreddit Silverhawks Silverhawks Theme Song Culvert Ho...

Paul is a good band dad. Drew completes "Elden Ring" and is ready for the next "Destiny" major expansion, while Paul enjoys his PSVR2. Drew buys some networking equipment. Recorded 02/25/2023 Show Links Destiny 2: Lightfall Moss Horizon: Call of the Mountain Mad Men Dream Machine Special Edition Switch 24 CHOGEAR 20U Open Frame Rack for Servers & AV Gear - Wall Mountable Design Includes 2x Vented...

The boys get a listener question, and it gets them thinking about their mutual best person. Drew buys a new heater, and then talks about how AT&T still sucks. The boys discuss the MacBook Pro Keyboard class action lawsuit. Paul has a good idea. Drew has a less good idea, and then they break out their credit cards. Recorded 02/16/2023 Show Links: Jon Kruger - Website Dyson Pure Hot+Cool Dyson Light...

Drew gives an update on his progress in "ELDEN RING." Paul buys a new record-adjacent tool. Drew masters Java, and shares some of his other recent work. Paul buys the same iPhone case as Drew, and has thoughts. Drew has a dream about his childhood and realizes the price of nostalgia. Recorded 2/11/2023 Show Links: Pro-Ject VC-E Gradle Apache Maven Spin-Clean Vinyl Record Washer Complete Kit Azure...

Drew is frustrated with "Elden Ring." Paul gets a new PlayStation controller. Paul shows Drew a cool new Mastodon app. Drew writes Java. Paul talks a little more about "The Last of Us" on HBO. Recorded 01/25/2023 DualSense Edge Hall Effect Switch Ivory by Tapbots Parquet Modular Encryption DBeaver Friendship Podcast

Drew gets a present. Apple release some new stuff and the boys are excited. Drew wants to "work" on his home network, and is "playing" Elden Ring. Paul enjoyed "The Last Of Us" and wants to see more. Drew talks about things going on at work. Recorded 01/21/22 Apple MacBook Pro M2 Mac Mini M2 HomePod Generation 2 Apple Remote Desktop "The Perfect Drug" Tedgetal 15U Open Frame Rack for Servers & AV...

Drew goes to a new restaurant, with unexpected results. Paul wages war on static, and wins? Paul has a new show to watch. Drew builds a new "Lego" set. Recorded 01/14/2022 Show Links: Subourbon Souther Kitchen Vintage Plastic Friction Sparkling Gun "The Last of Us (HBO)" Big Fudge Vinyl Record Cleaning Kit - Complete 4-in-1 - Includes Ultra-Soft Velvet Record Brush, XL Cleaning Liquid, Stylus Brus...

Drew tries a new take on his daily work life for 2023 with a new tech purchase. The boys learn a new word. Paul makes good on his plans to get a new turntable, but gets a lot more than that and shares all his purchases and learnings with Drew. Recorded 01/07/2022 Apple Siri Remote Apple Magic Trackpad Logitech MX Vertical MX Wireless Mouse Grippy - Urban Dictionary Audio Technica AT-LP120XUSB Turn...

The boys recap how Christmas went. Paul was wrong about "Vampire Survivors." Drew reviews his new toaster. Recording on New Years Eve, both Paul and Drew reflect on 2022, and think forward to 2023, feelings and thoughts are shared. Paul wants to get into vinyl records. Recorded 12/31/2022 Show Links: Rogue Plate Carrier What Is Rucking S.T.A.L.K.E.R series 'Castlevania: Symphony of the Night' Soun...

With Ohio directly in the path of a big storm, the boys talk about preparing. Paul goes a GameStop and it makes him sad. Drew provides more updates on his gross foot, and raves about a new "Call of Duty" game type. Drew needs a toaster. Recorded 12/22/2022 Show links: Eton - American Red Cross FRX3+ Emergency NOAA Weather Radio, Red, Digital Display, Hand Turbine, Solar Power, Red LED Flashing Bea...

Paul has a public service announcement about backups. Drew reviews his new phone case. Paul tries to help Drew with his Always On display issues. Drew can't find any Raspberry Pis. Drew goes to the doctor. The boys exchange gifts for the fourth (!) time since starting the podcast with a new twist this year. Finally, the boys make a decision about the future of where to find them. Recorded 12/17/20...

The boys are both exhausted. Paul teaches Drew more about being in band, and shares some Christmas present ideas for his kids. Paul is excited to edit this podcast. Drew gets his iPhone, and has thoughts and concerns while migrating to his new device. The boys look at some phone cases. Drew shares a couple personal life updates. Recorded 12/10/2022 Show Links: Secret Labs Gaming Chairs adanism Des...

Drew finally (maybe?) fixes his computer, but not before he chickens out on a self-repair. Some Mac M2 benchmark rumors arrive and has Drew worried he bought his MacBook Pro too early. Paul finds a new AirPods cleaning kit and the boys... are nervous. Paul finishes the newest "God of War" video game and Drew wants Paul to check out a new "Warhammer" game. Drew still hasn't gotten his wireless phon...

The boys discuss their respective Thanksgivings. Drew has some listener feedback for Paul's new coffee machine. Paul gives the show website a glow up. Drew finally buys his new Mac and some other new toys. Paul opens up about a long running legal issue that is now successfully resolved. Recorded 11/25/2022 Show Links: ExpressJS Lyra Apple M1 Macbook Pro 16" Gigabyte M28U Monitor ASUS ROG MAXIMUS Z...

Paul makes his PSV2R purchase a reality, while Drew gives an update on his new adventure that includes a privacy boo-boo. Paul buys something new and very on-brand. The boys discuss this year's Christmas Tradition (TM). Recorded 11/17/2022 Show Links: Errors and Omissions Insurance Dropbox Sign Google Workspace the Oracle® Touch the Puck Sucker™ Irving Farm BLACKSTRAP ESPRESSO SIGNALIS twitterisgo...

The boys lament the state of Twitter, and talk about might happen if worst comes to worst. Paul wants the Playstation VR2 and likes the new "God of War" game. The boys are super excited about Netflix getting more "The Sandman." Drew starts a business. Paul teases a new thing he bought, wan you can try to guess what it is! Recorded 11/10/2022 Show Links: Mastadon Usenet Listserv Elon Code Review Pl...

Drew is excited for the new Call of Duty launch! Paul provides an overview and review of his time using Stage Manager on the latest MacOS. Paul has an iPhone update. Drew has an unwelcome surprise in the mail. Drew is doing a charity workout for breast cancer support. In the spirit of Halloween, Drew has an important candy awareness item that needs to get more attention. Recorded 10/27/2022 Show L...

Paul's phone is lost, but there's still hope! Drew updates us on his video card woes, and tells us about some recent Nvidia shenanigans. Paul is gonna buy an expensive PS5 controller. Recored 10/22/2022 Show Links MW2 God of War: Ragnarok Uncharted Nvidia unlatches 4080 12 GB EVGA Terminates Nvidia Partnership DuelSense Edge Wireless Controller

Paul survives a busy week at work. The boys discuss an article about the profitability of Xbox Game Pass. Paul gets a new watch. Drew walks into a Microcenter... Recorded 08/13/2022 Show Links Metal: Hellsinger TweakTown: Microsoft reveals how much money Game Pass actually makes Apple Watch Series 8 MSI GeForce RTX 4090 Suprim Liquid ASUS ROG Strix 4090

Paul gears up for his busy weekend, and Drew initiates some home improvement projects. The boys review "Cyberpunk: Edgerunners." Paul gets a new "keyboard" and a new special "book" (quotes: Drew's). Drew has a new speedrunning YouTube recommendation. Recorded 10/06/2022 Show Links: Cabinet Refacing Cyberpunk Mods: PC Keychron Q10 Alice Layout "How To Make the Best Coffee At Home" by James Hoffmann...

Drew is "wrong" 'bout Tootsie Pops (and by association, Tootsie Rolls). Paul schools Drew on the idea of Band Competitions. Drew goes to New York. The boys get a new homework assignment. Recorded 10/01/2022 Show Links: Drew's bad Tootsie Pop tweet Ohio Music Education Association (OMEA) Mellophone Trombone Champ (Steam) Keen's Steakhouse Cyberpunk: Edgerunners (Netflix)

Drew thinks he's a bad friend, and then talks about Steam Charts. Paul orders a bunch of iPhones and talks about the "upgrade" process and eSIM. Paul changes Drew's life when looking at Reddit on his phone. Drew discusses the upcoming nVidia 40 series cards. There's a "new" "Shadowrun" card game. Drew is back on his Call of Duty BS with the Modern Warfare 2 Beta. Recorded 09/22/2022 Show Links: Fo...

Paul gets a new mic and it catches Drew off guard. Paul follows-up on last week's AI section with a handy tool he found. The boys air some grievances with iOS 16. Paul is excited to try eSIM. Drew faces some (potential) tough computer upgrade decisions. Drew gets a new VR headset. Recorded 09/15/2022 Show Links: ETHOS XLR Broadcast Mic Podcasting Microphones Mega-Review DiffusionBee - Stable Diffu...