http://www.caffination.com Caffeine Culture and Technology News Thu, 29 Jul 2010 05:36:51 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=abc Caffeine Culture and Technology News. Not just topics around here but twin passions that fuel this Podcast. Paul Rj Muller clean Paul Rj Muller caffination@gmail.com caffination@gmail.com (Paul Rj Muller) 2006-2010 Caffeine Culture & Technology News Coffee, Tech News, Technology News, Gadgets, Robots, Caffeine, Tea, opinion http://www.caffination.com/wp-content/uploads//powerpress/CaffiNation-rss.png http://www.caffination.com http://www.caffination.com/tech/gearboard-controls-mess-2114/ http://www.caffination.com/tech/gearboard-controls-mess-2114/#comments Sun, 28 Mar 2010 16:15:57 +0000 pzul http://www.caffination.com/?p=2114 http://www.caffination.com/tech/gearboard-controls-mess-2114/feed/ 0 http://www.caffination.com/podcast/caffination-417-spring-cleaning-2053/ http://www.caffination.com/podcast/caffination-417-spring-cleaning-2053/#comments Mon, 22 Mar 2010 04:23:33 +0000 pzul http://www.caffination.com/?p=2053 http://www.caffination.com/podcast/caffination-417-spring-cleaning-2053/feed/ 0 bagel,bill ahmed,foxtrot,fun,ipad,LHC,rita's water ice,Spring,Steampunk,Xbox,Xbox 360 Into the great wide open! Fresh Air Awaits All this change and fresh air made me unveil the new CaffiNation Layout and design, so make sure you stop on by and tell me what you think. I'm working on a couple of small problems and a few final touches but I like the bold new look. Paul Rj Muller clean 28:38 http://www.caffination.com/podcast/caffination-392-studio-1628/ http://www.caffination.com/podcast/caffination-392-studio-1628/#comments Thu, 17 Dec 2009 04:35:26 +0000 pzul http://www.caffination.com/?p=1628 http://www.caffination.com/podcast/caffination-392-studio-1628/feed/ 1 camaro,chewbacca,Coffee,Design,i hate smores,instant chewbacca,Lego,lego city,meatballer,Millennium falcon,Pizza,Retro New setup for the lair tonight, you also have Coffee, Legos and Star Wars. what more could any geek want? * New setup in the Lair, CaffiNation Studios Now Showing... ME! Tonights live show hopefully showcases a new setup for the lair, we've moved things around added better lighting to the mix and actually read a manual to figure out how to make the camera take better video! Techs don't read ladies and gentlemen, we usually know, which is why we're the worst support nightmare in the world. Usually we know just enough to be dangerous. I've talked before about how most news is cyclical and trends definitely appear from time to time if you look for them. Well tonight you have Coffee, Legos and Star Wars. what more could any geek want? This is awesome in a can thats what it is. CaffiNation Live on Wednesday Nights (http://www.ustream.tv/channel/caffination-live) at 11pm Eastern Sponsor: Try GotoMeeting free for 30 days! For this special offervisit www.gotomeeting.com/techpodcasts (http://www.gotomeeting.com/techpodcasts) Enjoy the show! * Back Channel: All the Cruft, non of the Chaff (http://caffination.tumblr.com) now with more fluff * Where else can you find me? www.paulrjmuller.com (http://www.paulrjmuller.com) Holiday Cruft * Proof of the Lego Menorah (http://www.buildingblocksworkshops.com/Pages/photos.html)! Charity at its most awesome * Christmas tree PC (http://www.hardocp.com/news/2009/12/15/pc_in_christmas_tree) * The inner world of Snowflakes (http://www.colourlovers.com/blog/2009/12/15/the-colorful-world-of-snowflakes/), sans whos Geek Cruft: * Zombie Outbreak (http://www.class3outbreak.com/zombie-outbreak-simulator/) now with options! * Beautiful Retro PC (http://www.yankodesign.com/2009/12/14/steampunk-pc-oh-so-retro/), think 1950's aesthetic goodness * Remote control paintball gun, stay off my lawn (http://www.yankodesign.com/2009/12/11/gun-on-wheels/) * Build a better mousetrap and crush the mousy resistance (http://www.slipperybrick.com/2009/12/better-mousetrap-delivers-102lbs-of-force/) * Old school Xbox, Modded into Millennium Falcon (http://craziestgadgets.com/2009/12/14/modding-an-xbox-into-star-wars-millennium-falcon/) * Millennium Falcon bed (http://www.ohgizmo.com/2009/12/15/millennium-falcon-bed-might-not-land-you-a-princess-leia-of-your-own/), For Han's Love Shack * Instant Chewbacca (http://instantchewbacca.com/), never gets old * Top 10 lego creations (http://realitypod.com/?p=687). Thanks Norbert (http://www.totallycooltech.com)! * Insane Lego Camaro (http://bored-bored.com/cool/lego-technic-camaro/) with 6 speed transmission Thanks Norbert (http://www.totallycooltech.com)! * Lego City (http://legostadt.com/legostadt), thanks K * Teddy bear Gun (http://www.transbuddha.com/content/traumatic-toys-for-tots/) * How to kill yourself and a friend with invention. 2 seated unicycle (http://likecool.com/The_Tandem_Unicycle_Project--Bike--Gear.html) * Nuke Powered bugs (http://www.botjunkie.com/2009/12/14/cyborg-insects-now-nuclear-powered/)... * At least its not a Nuke Powered Car (http://www.ecogeek.org/component/content/article/1040) * At&T Users revolt (http://www.ohgizmo.com/2009/12/16/will-you-join-operation-chokehold/), but is it a good idea? * Why not USB Shortwave radio (http://www.ohgizmo.com/2009/12/15/thanko-raremono-usb-shortwave-radio/) Food and Caffeinated Bits: * Math, Pi, and why noone wants to invite a math geek for pizza (http://www.boingboing.net/2009/12/14/mathematics-of-slici.html) * Meatballer, for the squeamish (http://www.random-good-stuff.com/2009/12/11/meatball-baller/) * Brazil harvested less coffee, this can't be good (http://www.bloomberg.com/apps/news?pid=20601086&sid=aWXZlA2it2ek) * I hate smores, but this makes them easy (http://www.geekologie.com/2009/12/seen_it_all_now_microwave_smor.php) * Yet Another Coffee Steak recipe, looks might yummy (http://dailyshotofcoffee.com/coffee-encrusted-steak-recipe/) * Coffee Gift Guide (http://www.coffeenate.com/coffee-gift-ideas/). Paul Rj Muller clean 39:29 http://www.caffination.com/podcast/caffination-357-magnum-1124/ http://www.caffination.com/podcast/caffination-357-magnum-1124/#comments Sun, 09 Aug 2009 19:01:35 +0000 pzul http://www.caffination.com/?p=1124 http://www.caffination.com/podcast/caffination-357-magnum-1124/feed/ 0 boy scouts,da vinci,marines,mona lisa,Netflix,NFL,Steampunk,styrofoam,twitter,Wall-E,Xbox Fun in the Sun - Sponsor: Try GotoMeeting free for 30 days! For this special offer visit www.gotomeeting.com/techpodcasts - --- - So while this episode is released I'll hopefully be relaxing on some sandy beach drink in hand enjoying my son terroriz... Fun in the Sun Sponsor: Try GotoMeeting free for 30 days! For this special offer visit www.gotomeeting.com/techpodcasts (http://www.gotomeeting.com/techpodcasts) --- So while this episode is released I'll hopefully be relaxing on some sandy beach drink in hand enjoying my son terrorizing the local seagull population. You however have the distinct pleasure of enjoying a fresh cup of CaffiNation, pre recorded and lovingly steeped for your enjoyment. This time on TPNW (http://blog.techpodcasts.com/) I'll be doing a short informative session on Podcasting Setups and Coffee Basics. Nice short and to the point. The CaffiNation is also very proud to take part in the Summer of Podcasts Contest (http://www.podcastmadness.com/) Make sure you check in on August 10th to see the winners! Enjoy the show and Stay Caffeinated! * Back Channel: All the Cruft, non of the Chaff (http://caffination.tumblr.com) * Where else can you find me? www.paulrjmuller.com (http://www.paulrjmuller.com) Geek Cruft * If Twitter was 100 People (http://www.informationisbeautiful.net/2009/if-twitter-was-100-people/), flawed but pretty graphic * Twitter (http://www.nytimes.com/2009/08/04/sports/football/04twitter.html?_r=2&emc=eta1) Is a Threat to the N.F.L. * U.S. Marine Corps (http://www.businessweek.com/technology/technology_at_work/archives/2009/08/us_marine_corps.html?chan=technology_technology+index+page_top+stories) Bans Social Networking Sites * Wall-E (http://www.geeky-gadgets.com/wall-e-usb-drive-05-08-2009/) USB Drive * Steampunk beauty (http://dvice.com/archives/2009/07/steampunk-maste.php)5-foot RC Nautilus sub * Bob's RC Subs (http://www.rc-sub.com/CR_RCNautilus.html), amazing website * Ferrari: (http://www.gizmag.com/ferrari-announces-free-roadside-assistance-service-for-all-cars-not-covered-by-warranty/12308/) its good to be the king * Inline Skater, 2,800-Foot Roller Coaster, 60 Seconds (http://gizmodo.com/5320252/inline-skater-races-down-2800+foot-roller-coaster-in-60-seconds) * Switching from Mac OS X to Ubuntu (http://createdigitalmusic.com/2009/08/04/linux-music-workflow-switching-from-mac-os-x-to-ubuntu-with-kim-cascone/), interesting story i might need to try * Xbox 360 Netflix update is crippled (http://www.engadget.com/2009/08/05/upcoming-netflix-update-on-xbox-360-is-still-gimped-microsoft/) * Trailing Tracks (http://www.random-good-stuff.com/2009/08/03/trailing-tracks/), beat feet on the beach Food and Caffeinated Bits: * Styrofoam Coffee Cup + Sharpie = Art | Serious Eats (http://www.seriouseats.com/2009/08/styrofoam-cup-sharpie-artwork-cheeming-boey.html) * Caffeine Works Better for Men (http://www.livescience.com/health/081223-coffee-sex.html) * Bicycle cup holder (http://gizmodo.com/5330599/bicycle-cup-holders-ignore-common-sense), prolly not a good idea * Boy scouts win this round Common (http://www.wtnh.com/dpp/news/consumer/Boy_Scout_coffee_stop_traditi) Sense Prevails * Michael Jordan Gatorade street art (http://sports.yahoo.com/nba/blog/ball_dont_lie/post/Michael-Jordan-Gatorade-street-art-photos?urn=nba,176428) * Mona Lisa Made of 3,604 Cups of Coffee (http://artstyleonline.com/art/mona-lisa-made-of-3604-cups-of-coffee/) * Coffee Bean Matrix (http://www.coffeebeancorral.com/coffee-bean-matrix.aspx?categoryID=57) * Coffee Mill Gun? (http://asms.k12.ar.us/classes/humanities/amstud/97-98/weapons/machin~1.htm) Thanks and Stay Caffeinated People! Paul Rj Muller clean 33:30 http://www.caffination.com/podcast/caffination-349-energy-1098/ http://www.caffination.com/podcast/caffination-349-energy-1098/#comments Tue, 14 Jul 2009 04:37:34 +0000 pzul http://www.caffination.com/?p=1098 http://www.caffination.com/podcast/caffination-349-energy-1098/feed/ 3 bacon vodka,cleese,Coffee,Lego,light saber,road id,septa,wine,Xbox From Lego to open source, caffeine affecting mice to ring pops this show is loaded for bear with neat links and stories No rest till its done Sponsor: Try GotoMeeting free for 30 days! For this special offer visit www.gotomeeting.com/techpodcasts (http://www.gotomeeting.com/techpodcasts) --- So how tired do you need to be to fall asleep with a dog and a cat laying on you? I can now answer that question with authority. So i slept right through the alarms for recording my episode last night and this is capping a rather sloppy quarter of podcasting. I'm going to need to shift some things around in order to keep up the pace. We have a rather even show planned for tonight, with equal sides of Tech and Food. From Legos to open source, caffeine affecting mice to ring pops this show is loaded for bear with neat links and stories. Hope your week started out swimmingly, this past weekend was non stop outdoor fun, so by the end of it I slept past the finish line. This has been a busy summer so far and it only looks to get more interesting. I have a couple fun articles in the works for later on and I'm goign t5o try my hand at video for my attempt at home roasting, at least it will be humerus to watch me try not to destroy a batch of coffee on camera The CaffiNation is also very proud to take part in the Summer of Podcasts Contest (http://www.podcastmadness.com/) Head on over and check out the shows rocking the codeword this week. Enjoy the show and Stay Caffeinated! * Back Channel: All the Cruft, non of the Chaff (http://caffination.tumblr.com) * Where else can you find me? www.paulrjmuller.com (http://www.paulrjmuller.com) Geek Cruft * Open Source Issues Google OS (http://www.pcworld.com/businesscenter/article/168202/chrome_os_could_offend_the_open_source_community.html), open source vs community developed * Road ID (http://www.roadid.com/common/products.aspx), neat idea I wanted to show to my cyclist, and running friends * Teach Via Game, Oiligarchy (http://www.addictinggames.com/oiligarchy.html) Thanks Jimmy * Local Public Transit Company Septa to be added (http://www.septa.org/service/planner.html) to Google Transit (http://www.google.com/intl/en/landing/transit/#mdy) * Time Travel problems? take this poster (http://topatoco.com/hey/?p=33) * Awesome Sandbox, pirate style (http://www.7gadgets.com/2009/07/10/kidkraft-pirate-sandboat/12927) * Lego block calculator (http://www.slipperybrick.com/2009/07/lego-block-calculator/) * Rug problems? Need a bandaid (http://nerdapproved.com/approved-products/bandage-rug-conceals-carpet-boo-boos/) * Teach programming via Xbox to kids (http://www.slate.com/id/2222546/) * E-rocket Bike (http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/8147104.stm?ls), Thanks James Food & Caffeinated Bits Today's Coffee was a French Press Sumatran (http://www.twitxr.com/caffination/updates/226313/) (HR) * Light Saber Chopsticks (http://www.starwars.com/vault/collecting/20090708.html), how to be awesome and eat noodles * 30 bucks for four truncated bottles (http://www.ohgizmo.com/2009/07/09/green-glass-company-turns-beer-bottles-into-drinking-glasses/)? Beer bottle Glasses * Anyone home? Light up Kincade Painting (http://www.7gadgets.com/2009/07/09/illuminating-kinkade/12915) * Coffee and Alzheimers (http://coffeehero.com/2009/07/caffeine-and-alzheimers-disease-the-abstract/) * Wine and Cleese. Wine for the confused, a movie (http://www.hulu.com/watch/79439/wine-for-the-confused) * Ring pop style popsicles (http://www.7gadgets.com/2009/07/10/tovolo-freezer-jewel-popsicle-molds/12935) * How to open a banana, you are doing it wrong. learn from monkeys (http://lifehacker.com/5311002/open-a-banana-like-a-monkey?skyline=true&s=i) * Bacon Vodka... (http://bakonvodka.com/)Jimmy * Shark Fin Ice cubes (http://www.7gadgets.com/2009/07/09/shark-fin-ice-tray/12886) Thanks and Stay Caffeinated People! Paul Rj Muller clean 36:09 http://www.caffination.com/podcast/caffination-251-riot-753/ http://www.caffination.com/podcast/caffination-251-riot-753/#comments Thu, 17 Jul 2008 03:40:56 +0000 pzul http://www.caffination.com/?p=753 http://www.caffination.com/podcast/caffination-251-riot-753/feed/ 1 bass,Google,iran,Lego,mower,nes,Netflix,nintendo,photoshop,rss,Starbucks,tumblr Wordpress, the software which runs this site... borked the Episode, and a few other things. Should be better now - - Today's Show: Google, Starbucks, lego, Netflix, Xbox, weddings, photoshop - ---- - Sponsored by GoToMeeting, Wordpress, the software which runs this site... borked the Episode, and a few other things. Should be better now (http://www.caffination.com/wp-content/uploads//2008/07/caff-rss-300x300.jpg) Today's Show: Google, Starbucks, lego, Netflix, Xbox, weddings, photoshop ---- Sponsored by GoToMeeting, Try it Free for 30 days For this special offer, visit www.gotomeeting.com/techpodcasts (http://www.gotomeeting.com/techpodcasts) Try GoDaddy Code Blu84 for 10% off ---- * Our RSS feed had some issues, make sure you have the correct link (http://www.caffination.com/feed/) * Tumblr (http://caffination.tumblr.com) for the back channel links has been awesome thus far * Intro Music thoughts Today's extended show we discuss the best in tech news and caffeinated tid bits explained for everyone. No heavy handed tech just plain old fashion silly news and fun links today. I got some funny reactions to the last show so Apparently i'm either a "riot" or there was going to be one if I really switched over to an all Spanish show Tech Cruft * NetFlix rocks the 360. Awesome idea (http://dvice.com/archives/2008/07/the_mowercycle.php) * Mow your grass in style (http://blog.makezine.com/archive/2008/07/glowing_vhs_tape_usb_hub.html?CMP=OTC-0D6B48984890) * Days of Yore, or at least VHS made useful again via USB, no betamax version (http://dvice.com/archives/2008/07/worlds_largest_2.php) * Basement of Bass (http://www.ecogeek.org/content/view/1884/) * Foggy tech, watery coolness (http://technabob.com/blog/2008/07/16/steampunk-mouse-looks-like-something-out-of-dune/) * Steampunk mice less than useful (http://www.ohgizmo.com/2008/07/16/chevy-volt-loses-volts/) * Volt looses some juice, but I get some details (http://www.engadget.com/2008/07/15/starpex-wooden-guitar-controller-adds-a-little-heft-to-your-rock/) * Rock out in style with a real / fake guitar (http://techdirt.com/articles/20080715/0258271684.shtml) * Pssst... Google your not exactly telling the truth (http://www.engadget.com/2008/07/15/logitech-cordless-keyboard-for-wii-arrives-at-e3/) * Wii get a new gadget thats a long time coming (http://blog.wired.com/defense/2008/07/attack-of-the-p.html) * Iran, the photoshop kerfuffle (http://www.dyzplastic.com/projects/cus-lego01.php) * Plastic Lego Zombie! (http://kotaku.com/381657/nes-controller-car-engine-mod) * NES Controller Car Engine Mod (http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cassette-tape-skeleton-sculptural-use-of-old-tapes) * More old tech without DRM Cassettes now truly dead (http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cassette-tape-skeleton-sculptural-use-of-old-tapes) Caffeine & Food * Elton John is cool, but so it the charity (http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elton-ben-jerrys) * Super Mario wedding Cake, my wife is very lucky i didn't see this earlier (http://www.flickr.com/photos/alttext/sets/72157594289496628/) * Blueberry Coffee? Someone needs to stop the flavor people (http://www.flickr.com/photos/alttext/sets/72157594289496628/) * Is there a Starbucks closing near you? (http://www.walletpop.com/2008/07/15/mapping-the-starbucks-closings/) * Starbuck's Closing Version Google Maps (http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?ie=UTF8&hl=en&msa=0&msid=102401819280027006994.00045173e1443bb4b7f70&ll=38.68551,-95.449219&spn=43.924822,76.992187&z=4) Contact Me: * Phone Me (http://www.grandcentral.com): 215-240-1319 :: Email Me @ CaffiNation@gmail.com * Skype (http://www.skype.com) Me thecaffination :: Full Contact Details (http://www.caffination.com/about-the-producer) Thanks and Stay Caffeinated People Paul Rj Muller clean 37:50