John Siracusa and Merlin Mann try to figure out exactly how they got this way. Hosted by John Siracusa and Merlin Mann.
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That’s Not the Rigatoni
Apple TV+ is on the docket, but, first, Merlin wants to share the detailed results of his scientific Apple TV and Siri experiments.
Brown Sludge Water
John has questions about Merlin's bizarre obsession with the House of Commons' Brexit proceedings.
Confronted with a Jar
In a side-door main topic, middle school is discussed, and this leads to an exploration of the value of test prep and learning how to understand and exploit systems.
Ambient Pleasure Generator
Your hosts return to Secret Weird Things People Do, and this week it's John's turn. Merlin wants to learn about the benefits that John gets from keeping his things nice.
Here Comes the But
This week's main topic is the backdoor pilot for a multi-episode arc: secret weird things people do.
Five Dollars in a Bar of Soap
Since John has recently returned from his Summer trip, it's time to review his vacation results.