Road Work

John and Dan discuss the plight of technology, instant gratification, Wikipedia, AR, VR, and "wasting time". Brought to you by: Squarespace (Start your free trial site today, at Squarespace.com and when you sign up make sure to use the offer code ROADWORK to get 10% off your first purchase).

John and Dan talk about coffee in Korea, age, lost memories, tooth brushing, pulling a tugboat on a chain, and toxoplasmosis. Links for this episode:MacBook Air - AppleYamibuy.com - MAXIM Original Coffee Mix 11.8gx20sticksAmazon.com : Maxim Mocha Gold Korean Instant Coffee - 100pks : Grocery & Gourmet FoodRoad Work is creating Road Work | PatreonBrought to you by: Mack Weldon (Mack Weldon will be the most comfortable underwear, socks, shirts, undershirts, hoodies and sweat pants that you will ever wear. Go to MackWeldon.com and get 20% off using promo code ROADWORK).

John shares his thoughts about the left and the right, the Nazi punch, fortifying your neighborhood, the goal of marching, and erasing history. Brought to you by: Mack Weldon (Mack Weldon will be the most comfortable underwear, socks, shirts, undershirts, hoodies and sweat pants that you will ever wear. Go to MackWeldon.com and get 20% off using promo code ROADWORK).

John and Dan talk about eBay. John also shares his thoughts about the world. Kind of hard to describe. Brought to you by: Squarespace (Start your free trial site today, at Squarespace.com and when you sign up make sure to use the offer code ROADWORK to get 10% off your first purchase). HelloFresh (For $35 off your first week of deliveries, visit HelloFresh.com and enter ROADWORK when you subscribe).

John and Dan talk about being invisible to young people, lightning bolt earrings, the deer and the racoons, The Algorythm™, Snapchat, and shadow dancing. Links for this episode:Surrogates - WikipediaBrought to you by: Audible (You can’t make more time, but you can make the most of it. Turn your walk into something more with a 30-day free trial at Audible by going to audible.com/roadwork).

John and Dan return for their first episode of 2017. They discuss snow smoke, scraping ice, altimeters, John's need of a new Mac, the InfoSec crowd, vintage guitar pedals, Guns N Roses, Duff McKagan, and Seattle bands. Links for this episode:Guns N' Roses - WikipediaMother Love Bone - WikipediaBrought to you by: Mack Weldon (Mack Weldon will be the most comfortable underwear, socks, shirts, undershirts, hoodies and sweat pants that you will ever wear. Go to MackWeldon.com and get 20% off using promo code ROADWORK).

John and Dan talk about mom games, the Maccabees, "Jeff Kennedy", and superpowers. Links for this episode:Maccabees - WikipediaThings 90s Kids Realize | A warm & fuzzy cup of nostalgia for my fellow 90s kids.

John returns from New York to talk with Dan about the weight of a gallon of milk weighs, a hobgoblin at the center of a gas giant, a room named after your wife, the proper use of toothpicks and general toothpick etiquette, the fancies in the family, how and where people listen to podcasts, fraudulent financial conveyences, and foocheese. Brought to you by: Mack Weldon (Mack Weldon will be the most comfortable underwear, socks, shirts, undershirts, hoodies and sweat pants that you will ever wear. Go to MackWeldon.com and get 20% off using promo code ROADWORK).

John Roderick joins Dan Benjamin to discuss medications, women's shoes, Elysium, and more. Links for this episode:ElysiumBrought to you by: Mack Weldon (Mack Weldon will be the most comfortable underwear, socks, shirts, undershirts, hoodies and sweat pants that you will ever wear. Go to MackWeldon.com and get 20% off using promo code ROADWORK).

John and Dan have a serious talk about family. Links for this episode:history - LaCroix Sparkling WaterCrystal LightBrought to you by: Mack Weldon (Mack Weldon will be the most comfortable underwear, socks, shirts, undershirts, hoodies and sweat pants that you will ever wear. Go to MackWeldon.com and get 20% off using promo code ROADWORK).

While visiting San Francisco, John Roderick visits with Dan Benjamin to talk about being an introvert, general eccentricities, Charles Lindbergh, electrons, buying a church, and regional cuisine. Links for this episode:Van Ness Avenue - WikipediaBrought to you by: Mack Weldon (Mack Weldon will be the most comfortable underwear, socks, shirts, undershirts, hoodies and sweat pants that you will ever wear. Go to MackWeldon.com and get 20% off using promo code ROADWORK).

While in Los Angeles, John Roderick uses the Internet to speak with Dan Benjamin about the protoform dog, pawn shops, Ye Olde Pizza Parlors, bagels, and gold chains. Brought to you by: Blue Apron (Check out this week’s menu and get your first THREE meals FREE—WITH FREE SHIPPING—by going to BlueApron.com/roadwork.

John Roderick and Dan Benjamin join forces to discuss American Express, orcish war machines, smashing roaches, "will cabins", sleep habits, wolf attacks, scuba diving, and deep seated fears. Links for this episode:Advion – Mass Spec Solutions for Chemical BiologyAmazon.com : Advion Syngenta Cockroach Gel Bait 1 Box(4 Tubes) : Home Pest Lures : Patio, Lawn & GardenWolf attacks on humans - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaList of wolf attacks in North America - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaMountain Lion (Puma, Cougar) | San Diego Zoo AnimalsOfficial Florida Panthers Website | NHL.comFlorida panther - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaBrought to you by: Mack Weldon (Mack Weldon will be the most comfortable underwear, socks, shirts, undershirts, hoodies and sweat pants that you will ever wear. Go to MackWeldon.com and get 20% off using promo code ROADWORK).

John Roderick, the musician, talks to co-host Dan Benjamin about visiting Portland, his XOXO talk, sticking the landing, Flight 93, performing live, engineers vs. rock stars, learning by reading, squid overlords, and his walk across Europe. Links for this episode:Chelsea Cain - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaUnited Airlines Flight 93 - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia#HEYSEATTLE: WHERE’S THE BEST PLACE TO GET OYSTERS IN SEATTLE? - YouTubeJohn Roderick - Cinnamon (Live on KEXP) - YouTubeJohn Roderick - Scared Straight (Live on KEXP) - YouTubeWhy Did Old Phone Numbers Start With Letters? | Mental FlossTelephone exchange names - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

John Roderick meets with friend and Road Work co-host Dan Benjamin to discuss Matthew Broderick's role in keeping us safe, 300 baud modems, typewriters, the importance of maps, georgraphy, learning times tables, and furniture made of cardboard tubes. Links for this episode:WarGames - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaHow it was: Fan-fold paper and ASCII art | EE TimesThe U.S.: 50 States - Map Quiz GameTimes tables testBrought to you by: Blue Apron (Check out this week’s menu and get your first THREE meals FREE—WITH FREE SHIPPING—by going to BlueApron.com/ROADWORK).

John Roderick and Dan Benjamin talk about being sick, doped up bears, large rats, going to Alaska, shopping for hot tubs, the Swap Shop, kung fu, ninjas, anime, cartoon sex, and Princess. Links for this episode:Study shows this fish can recognize human faces - CNN.comFlea Market and Drive-In Theater in Fort Lauderdale, FL | Swap ShopCircle of Iron - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediablind Little Annie Fanny - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaBattle of the Planets - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaSpace Pirate Captain Harlock - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaStar Blazers - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaSpeed Racer - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaRonin (film) - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaBrought to you by: Mack Weldon (Mack Weldon will be the most comfortable underwear, socks, shirts, undershirts, hoodies and sweat pants that you will ever wear. Go to MackWeldon.com and get 20% off using promo code ROADWORK).

Musician John Roderick talks with his friend Dan Benjamin about spending the day in your sleeping uniform, predator eyes, owls, television station sign-offs, "Alaska Is", the Catholic Debate Squad, the time his dog ran away, the challenge of being a human being, a humanist, the benefit of religion and political ideology, and fish psychology. Links for this episode:Great-tailed grackle - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaRed-tailed Hawks ATX - Album on ImgurRed-tailed Hawk at MoPac and Far West : AustinSocratic method - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaTV sign off - YouTubeBrought to you by: Backblaze (Get a 15 day free trial by visiting Backblaze.com/roadwork and start backing up your data today). Wealthfront (Visit Wealthfront.com/5by5 to get your first $15,000 managed for free).

John Roderick talks with Dan Benjamin about making an album, managing fan and listener relationships, taking criticism, meeting journalists, UFOs, and things that are meant to be. Brought to you by: Blue Apron (Check out this week’s menu and get your first THREE meals FREE—WITH FREE SHIPPING—by going to BlueApron.com/ROADWORK). Wealthfront (Visit Wealthfront.com/5by5 to get your first $15,000 managed for free).

John and Dan talk about Clumping Cream's latest album "Turnin' Chunky", butter coffee, the affogato, bartender utility belts, the air buddy, sparkles, sprinkles, jimmies, cake donuts, dirt and grease, and blueberry pies. Links for this episode:Avogadro constant - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaAffogato - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaEp. 00: "Suit of Vomit" - Roderick on the Line - Merlin MannSuit of Vomit - Roderick on the Line Wiki - WikiaFruity Arnold Palmer (drink) - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaSprinkles - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaAnnie Sprinkle - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaEntenmann's Donuts, Powdered, Snack Size - Grocery Aisles - Giant Eagleentenmanns-powdered-sugar-donuts.jpg 800×550 pixelsOutdoor Education Programs | Outward BoundBrought to you by: Wealthfront (Visit Wealthfront.com/5by5 to get your first $15,000 managed for free).

John Roderick talks with Dan Benjamin about Navy vs. Air Force pilots, being an avid magazine subscriber, tank and horse battles on quora, fermenting juice, the longevity of food and coffee when stored on countertops and in hot vehicles, pushing food safety boundaries, John's experience with Jack in the Box and the 1993 E. Coli outbreak, toxiplasmosis, Jane Fonda's tortoise, a turtle named Sheldon, and John's relationship with Cinnamon Toast. Links for this episode:Bacon Method1993 Jack in the Box E. coli outbreak - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaBrought to you by: Blue Apron (Check out this week’s menu and get your first THREE meals FREE—WITH FREE SHIPPING—by going to BlueApron.com/ROADWORK). Wealthfront (Visit Wealthfront.com/5by5 to get your first $15,000 managed for free).