Hardware Podcasts

532: Attacked with Ideas

Making It · 7 Aug 2026 · 1h 02m

What this episode covers

Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett, and David Picciuto discuss their recent activities, ranging from David setting up a new shop and Jimmy preparing for a bowling event, to Bob's summer break and recovery from a slump. The core of the episode is a deep dive into creativity, where they analyze how deadlines, pressure, and 'pattern interruptions' help overcome writer's block and the filters that stifle idea generation. They reference James Webb Young's book 'A Technique for Producing Ideas' and discuss the importance of routine, practice, and allowing the subconscious mind to process problems.

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Dexter
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A Technique For Producing Ideas, Flying Doodles, Driver 61, Blackthorn, Field of Tools, Sides, Dovetail, John Lehman

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