Technology
Hardware, software, networking, and development
#605: Building a Unified Supercomputer: From SSI to CXL
Herman and Corn explore how to turn separate servers into a unified supercomputer using high-speed interlinks and resource pooling.
#594: Digital Dust: Can NFC Tags Survive for Decades?
Explore the science of NFC longevity, from EEPROM bitrot to physical durability, and learn how to future-proof your home inventory system.
#591: A Petabyte in Your Pocket? The Future of Micro SD Storage
From floppy disks to 4TB cards, how much data can we squeeze onto a fingernail before physics pushes back? Explore the future of storage density.
#590: Beyond the Hype: Real-World Smart Contracts in 2026
Forget the crypto hype. Herman and Corn explore how smart contracts are revolutionizing tenancy, insurance, and supply chains in 2026.
#589: Beyond Git: Taming the Chaos of AI and Large Media Assets
When AI agents and 4K video crash your repo, it’s time for better tools. Explore why Git fails and how Perforce and DVC save the day.
#588: Beyond the Joystick: The Reality of Satellite Operations
Think satellites are driven by joysticks? Herman and Corn dive into the complex, high-stakes world of mission control and orbital maintenance.
#587: The Command Center: Mastering Triple Monitor Ergonomics
Upgrade your workspace from "desk sag" to NASA-level precision with the science of gas-spring monitor arms and ergonomic alignment.
#586: The Heartbeat of Civilization: High-Precision Timekeeping
Why spend $1,000 on a clock? Herman and Corn explore the high-stakes world of NTP hardware and the precision timing keeping civilization in sync.
#577: Under the Surface: The High-Tech Future of Smart Sewers
Explore the hidden world of urban infrastructure, from Victorian brickwork to AI-powered robots and the battle against the "fatberg."
#566: DIY Cables: From Ethernet Mastery to USB-C Dangers
Is DIY cable making the ultimate tech flex or a recipe for disaster? Corn and Herman break down the physics of home networking.
#564: Beyond the Factory Reset: How to Truly Erase Your Data
Think a factory reset protects your old data? Herman and Corn reveal why your digital "ghosts" might still be lurking on your old devices.
#563: The Billion-Transistor City: How Chips Are Made
Discover the microscopic cities inside your CPU. Herman and Corn explore how light and mirrors print the future of computing on silicon.
#562: The BIFL PC: Building for Industrial-Grade Durability
Can a PC be "Buy It For Life"? Herman and Corn explore how to source industrial-grade components for a build that stands the test of time.
#561: Build Once, Fix Forever: The Ultimate DIY Toolkit Guide
Stop ruining screws with cheap bits. Corn and Herman break down the essential high-quality tools for tech repair and home DIY projects.
#560: The Home Lab Survival Guide: Essential Tools for 2026
Stop building on the floor and ditch the zip ties. Herman and Corn break down the essential gear for a pain-free home server build in 2026.
#559: Is Your Computer Hotter Than a Nuclear Reactor?
Why does a tiny chip need a massive metal tower? Explore the wild physics of cooling, from air fans to nuclear-level heat density.
#558: The Briefing Gateway: Ending the "Pecked by Ducks" Email Era
Tired of flooding clients with emails? Herman and Corn explore the "Briefing Gateway," a tool that uses AI to turn messy pings into organized briefs.
#543: The eSIM Revolution: Are Big Carriers Becoming Dumb Pipes?
Are physical SIMs and carrier contracts relics of the past? Herman and Corn explore the rise of global eSIMs and the future of mobile data.
#535: The Satellite Revolution: Navigating LEO and GEO Orbits
Explore the massive shift in satellite technology as Herman and Corn break down the physics, costs, and future of LEO and GEO orbits.
#526: Beyond the Bolt: How VHB Tape Holds the World Together
Think tape is just for paper? Discover how VHB tape keeps airplanes in the sky and electric vehicles on the road in this engineering deep dive.