Technology
Hardware, software, networking, and development
#507: The Hidden Cost of Binary Cooling
Discover how Variable Refrigerant Flow technology and ancient architectural secrets are redefining how we stay cool in a warming world.
#493: Beyond the Magic Smoke: Predicting Hardware Failure
Learn how to spot motherboard degradation, track NVMe wear, and use hidden NVIDIA telemetry to save your data before the "magic smoke" escapes.
#492: Beyond the Folder: The Quest for a Graph-Based OS
Why are we still using 1970s folders? Explore how graph structures and associative memory are finally challenging the traditional file system.
#484: The Silicon Sharing Economy: Inside Serverless GPUs
How do small teams run massive AI models without $50,000 chips? Corn and Herman dive into the hidden plumbing of serverless GPU providers.
#470: The Billion-Dollar Millisecond: High-Frequency Trading
Discover how HFT firms use space lasers and hollow-core fiber to shave microseconds off trades in a high-stakes, winner-take-all race to zero.
#468: The Math of a Room: LiDAR's Quiet Revolution
Discover how LiDAR is moving from expensive rigs to our pockets, bridging the gap between physical reality and digital models.
#466: Inside the Silence: The Engineering of Modern SCIFs
Explore the physics of high-tech fortresses as Herman and Corn dive into the engineering, history, and future of modern SCIFs.
#462: Beyond the Resume: Fixing the Broken Recruiting Loop
Stop the "spray and pray" application cycle. Learn how agentic workflows and narrative profiling are redefining the remote job market.
#461: DIY vs. Pro: Is Your Smart Home Actually Secure?
Explore whether DIY smart home setups can truly replace professional security systems in this deep dive into hardware, reliability, and redundancy.
#458: Why Your City Won't Freeze When a Server Dies
Ever wonder how the power grid stays balanced? Herman and Corn dive into SCADA, PLCs, and the tech keeping our modern world running.
#457: Why a 90s Pager Beats Your Smartphone in an Emergency
Can your smartphone be trusted in a crisis? Explore why pagers and LoRa might be the ultimate "baby emergency" solution for parents.
#456: How a Stone Building Grounds Itself
Why does your wall outlet have three prongs? Discover the hidden physics of electrical grounding and how buildings stay safe from power surges.
#455: When Your Neighbor's Fire Is Your Fire
From smart sensors to the "tipping" trick for extinguishers, Herman and Corn break down how to survive a fire in a modern apartment building.
#454: When 1950s Wiring Meets 2026 Life
Tired of the power tripping when you make toast? Herman and Corn explain the "16-amp ceiling" and how to modernize Israeli apartment wiring.
#450: The Hidden Hazards of Your Home AI Lab
Learn how to safely power high-performance AI rigs without overloading your home's circuits or creating fire hazards.
#449: Why Your Tape Fails: The Physics of Structural Bonding
Discover how the industrial-grade science behind the Burj Khalifa can help you mount heavy gear without losing your security deposit.
#447: When Physics Limits Your Silent PC Dream
Can you move your PC to another room? Herman and Corn explore the limits of USB, HDMI, and power cables for the ultimate silent workspace.
#435: Sculpting Sound: The Science of Attenuation for ADHD
Explore the science of auditory filtering and the latest tech tools helping people with ADHD and hyperacusis navigate a noisy world.
#434: The Great Sunsetting: When 2G Dies, Your Gadgets Become Paperweights
Why is your GPS tracker now a paperweight? Explore the global 2G/3G sunset and the rise of 5G's new "invisible infrastructure."
#425: The Arc of Deprecation: Why Old Tech Still Rules the World
Why do floppy disks and fax machines still power our most critical systems? Explore the surprising reasons behind the "arc of deprecation."