Hardware Podcasts

Episode 153: Thinking hard about thinking hard

Making It · 26 Jan 2018 · 58m

What this episode covers

Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett, and David Picciuto discuss their contrasting approaches to project planning, with Jimmy tending to overthink and plan extensively while Bob freestyles and David balances both. They share anecdotes from a recent unconference in Chicago, including a taxidermy session using Borax soap and a Lego building challenge where Jimmy won the 'Trumpy Award' for writing on the bricks. The hosts also highlight various maker projects and media, such as David's new 3D printer for a MIDI keyboard mod, Bob's electric motorcycle conversion, and Jocko's 1000cc pencil sharpener.

Most relevant to

makers and hobbyists

Topics

Mentioned

Products
MIDI piano keyboard
Tools
3D printer
Materials
Borax soap, Lego
Also
Jocko, Wendell Castle, Damien Hirst, Treasures from the Unbelievable

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