Hardware Podcasts

446: Nixon Riding A Unicorn

Making It · 14 Jun 2024 · 1h 12m

What this episode covers

Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett, and David Picciuto discuss the creative process, emphasizing the importance of 'aha moments' and intentional life rhythms for problem-solving. They detail specific projects, including David's flexible TPU camera mount printed on a Prusa XL, Bob's nesting bench redesign, and Jimmy's Ghia bodywork. The conversation also explores the ethical implications of AI in creative industries, the value of high-end tools like Meditorial calipers, and the use of the DJI Osmo Pocket 3 for filming.

Most relevant to

early-stage companies

Topics

Mentioned

Products
DJI Osmo Pocket 3
Tools
Riverside, Prusa XL, Meditorial, Midjourney
Materials
TPU
Also
Adam Smith, Gum Fetus, Jake Frew, Jack Conte

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