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Daniel Pink, NYT Bestselling Author
Our guest this week is Daniel Pink. Daniel is the author of four New York Times bestsellers on work, business, and psychology. His books have won multiple awards and have been translated into 39...
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Searchable Recomendo/Stoop/ifyouhigh
Searchable Recomendo We made a searchable, inexpensive version of our Recomendo book. This PDF (in glorious full-color!) is only $1.99, and available internationally. Download, browse, and search...
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Drop Stop
I have been using the Drop Stop ($20) for over 5 years and have a set for each car. Once installed (takes one or two minutes) I’ve forgotten about them, until I drop something between my seat and...
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Easy Sorter Funnel Tray
I grew up in the age where my father never threw anything away without disassembling it first and scavenging any usable parts. (Thanks for that lesson, Dad!) This included nuts, bolts, screws,...
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3M Dust Protection Mask
I often work in dusty conditions and need to wear breathing protection. I have tried numerous masks over the years and have come to several conclusions. Disposables suit me best as I am not confident...
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GE LED Brightstik
The use case for this bulb may seem strange, but I think it applies to a lot of people. Do you have a lot of different light fixtures and lamps in your home? Do you always seem to be out of the...
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Fantastic Ice Scraper
I bought the one I have now in 1982 at a gas station in Wisconsin. It’s such a superior scraper that I’ve been careful to make sure it transferred from disposed-of vehicle to replacement vehicle four...
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John Park, Professional Maker
Our guest this week is John Park. John is a professional maker. He builds creative technology projects, tutorials, and videos for Adafruit Industries. John hosted the Emmy-nominated Make: Television...
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Securitycheckli.st/Noah Smith/Vietnam War
A beginner’s guide to online security This website is a clear guide for staying safe online. There’s no fluff or marketing, just the straight dope on how to use a password manager, create a strong...
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Rescue Tape
Rescue Tape ($8 per roll) is a brand name for silicone tape. I’ve been using it (and other brands) on and off for a decade now and if there’s one thing I had to have and couldn’t live without, it’s...
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Mueller Knee Straps
I first discovered Mueller Knee Straps ($7 for one) after I experienced significant knee pain following a tough 18-mile training run. With only a month left to go before completing my first marathon,...
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Cord Pro
I’ve been using Cordpro reels ($10) for at least 10 years now and have found that they are a great way to spool up excess cable and keep it out of harm’s way. In use, they minimize trip hazards and...
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10 knives better than X-Actos
Knives reviewed: X-Acto Gripster Knife Soft Grip Hobby Knife Fiskars Craft Knife Fiskars Easy Change Knife Fiskars Heavy-Duty Knife, No. 2 Blade Excel Blades K47 Hobby Knife Replacement Excel Blades...
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Kuhn Rikon Safety Can Opener
It may be a terribly long and unwieldy name, but the Kuhn Rikon Auto Safety Lid Lifter ($18) is far and away the coolest can opener I have ever used. Why? The blade cuts into the can *below* the rim so...
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Using a Laser Cutter to Make a Tabletop Arcade Player
I’m writing a book on using the Raspberry Pi single board computer to play retro video games. I told my friend Dan Shapiro, CEO of Glowforge about the book, and he’s letting me borrow a Glowforge...
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Stainless Steel Locking Wire
Over the years I have used pipe clamps, zip ties, Velcro straps, and all sorts of other fastening methods, and many have their rightful place for various uses. However, I have discovered a versatile...
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Steven Leckart, Writer
Our guest this week is Steven Leckart. Steven is a writer, director, and investigative journalist. He has written a handful of documentaries, including SILICON COWBOYS, and has contributed to various...
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Mini Measure Shot Glass
I’ve always had at least one of these Mini Measure Shot Glasses ($6) on hand over the last four years. For small amounts of liquid ingredients in recipes, like vanilla extract and soy sauce, it’s much...
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Talk to Books/Plastic Razor Blades/Fuji Instax Mini
Find a book by asking questions Google’s Talk to Books uses experimental AI to browse book passages that respond to your questions. I asked “How can I time travel?” and got back a rabbit hole of...
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Aluminum Grip Ruler
I’m sure everyone has experienced the minor frustration when drawing or cutting a straight line and your ruler shifts. I’m no physicist, but essentially you’re trying to apply vertical pressure on the...
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