A podcast about the failures that lead to successes in mechanical engineering research and academia.
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Discussing Automotive Culture and the connection between Craftsmanship and Philosophy with JOKES!
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From Seattle, city of the future, the bleeding edge of Neoliberal dystopia...
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When talking about the built environment, we would do well to remember, "We shape our buildings, and afterwards, our buildings shape us." Therefore, on each episode, we'll discuss the latest trends from IAPMO in plumbing and mechanical safety, sustainability, and resiliency. Join me, your host Christoph Lohr, and together, we'll explore the ways we can make our buildings shape us for the better.
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This series is all about Mechanical Keyboards, talking from switches, caps, DIY kits, hand-wired, cases, plates and more. If its about Mechanical Keyboards, we'll probably talk about it! As a sub-series is also the Mech Market Report, a weekly look at prices from the second-hand market on the MechMarket subreddit.
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The Mechanical Ink podcast is a podcast about the open-source ecosystem. We speak to project maintainers, open-source companies, and companies who play a critical role in ensuring a healthy ecosystem. We ask the tough questions but also celebrate the wins and acknowledge open-source software's critical role in the world. schalkneethling.substack.com
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Podcast by Dr. Stephen Harrison
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A podcast about the mechanical keyboard hobby and what makes it talk…
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A resource for physical therapists and other clinicians who deliver conservative (non-invasive/non-operative) care to patients with musculoskeletal disorders and who empower them to relieve, control and prevent pain and limitation. My goal is to provide the best content from today’s leaders in manual and mechanical care, ultimately to improve your patient care.
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Valley Pacific Mechanical - Plumbing, Heating & Gas
Valley Pacific Mechanical - Plumbing, Heating & Gas
We’re an experienced team with over thirty 30+ years of combined experience in mechanical new installations, servicing, maintenance, and design-build applications. We specialize in residential, commercial, industrial heating, boilers, gas fitting and plumbing new installs and projects of all sizes.
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Join actor Jenna Fischer (The Office) and director Lee Kirk as they discuss their new film, The Giant Mechanical Man, an offbeat romantic comedy about a silver-painted street performer and the soft-spoken zoo worker who falls for him.
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i make things, and then i break them.... all kinds of art, an irregular irregularity Coming from a classical background and mostly regular types of questionable (non)sense Mechanical Witch has used her understanding of the the inherent qualities of music to morph herself into the electronic world. 'I just make what I feel... how else do you make music?' Drawn to the abstract and unpredictable you can expect soundscapes filled with broken beats, the gritty and distorted, and honey-glazed fusi ...
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Send us a Text Message. Sugar and Greg interview Sugar’s cousins Matt Blake and Alex Mcdorman. Matt Blake is a Motor Trend cinematographer. He tells us about the behind the scenes of our favorite episodes. Fun episode, we talk cars, camera gear, and frightening drives. Alex Mcdorman is an IT professional with In-N-Out and a witty comedian and all a…
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What is Backflow and How Do Communities Mitigate the Public Health Risk
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In this episode, we delve deep into the critical issue of backflow prevention, exploring the latest technologies and methodologies that are transforming the field. Join master plumber Sean Cleary, vice president of operations for the Backflow Prevention Institute (BPI), as we discuss the causes of backflow, the risks to water systems, regulatory co…
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Listen to the episode in its entirety on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/posts/109875108
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Community Leadership with Daniel Parker
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I got to sit down with Daniel Parker, our new undergraduate coordinator, to learn about his background of service and leadership that led him to where he is today. Despite knowing him for many years, I learned a lot about different cultures, writing, and service to our different communities.By William Oates
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Mickey Thompson, Batman and Luke Skywalker
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Send us a Text Message. The greatest Hot Rodder to ever live? We make a case for Mickey Thompson. From racing at Baja, building Indy cars and breaking 400mph Mickey did it all. This is a really fun episode to share with your friends.By Sugar
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Everything That Is Old Is New Again
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Greg and Brian get together to discuss the innovative new solution to the homelessness crisis before discussing the Council’s bold new plan on where to put all the poor people they are going to be arresting. Read about the last time Seattle had banishment zones in Katherine Beckett and Steve Herbert, Banished: The New Social Control in Urban Americ…
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Send us a Text Message. The New 2025 Corvette ZR1 has just been released! Sugar and Greg go over all the details and exciting news. We also discuss Corvette’s place in the world and design. Plus, the David Hasslehoff tangent you’ve been waiting for.By Sugar
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Did Anything Happen While We Were Out?
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The boys lost big by going long on Biden staying in the race and have been busy scouting buildings to jump off of in the local area. But in the meantime, some news also happened!
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Send us a Text Message. Sugar and Greg argue over Subarus, Off road trucks, and the perfect car that encompasses it all… the Lancia Stratos rally carBy Sugar
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Send us a Text Message. Greg and Sugar go to the Electrify Expo. We test drive a Lucid Air and try to freak out the Lucid employees. We get to see some amazing glimpses of the future. Maybe it’s not so bad? Listen and text us to let us know what you think of an electric futureBy Sugar
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Send us a Text Message. Hilarious episode. Sugar returns from a whirlwind tour of cars, acrobats, Carrol Shelby and Monsters in Las Vegas. Greg updates us on the Bronco build. The guys discuss new potential 67 Camaro restoration!By Sugar
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Send us a Text Message. Greg and Sugar pick the worst cars to make cool. This may offend a few of you but hang in there there is a moral to the story and cause for redemption.By Sugar
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The boys stare into the abyss and discuss terminal imperial decline, the Trump vs. Biden debate, and ask the burning question: what exactly do they disagree on? Read the debate transcript
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Send us a Text Message. Jacob Seay is a design engineer and creative talent. He works at Steve Dinan’s manufacturing facility CarBahn. They build BMW, Audi, and Mercedes tuning, engines, and aftermarket parts. https://carbahn.com/ At the end of the episode Jacob Seay gave us awesome toys! He 3D printed us a robot and an armored truck. If you want y…
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We had a great conversation with Jacob Schmitt, recent senior from FAMU-FSU College of Engineering. We discussed his experience as part of the Senior Design AIAA Rocket Team.By William Oates
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Responsive, Generative, Accessible, Unions, The Web - Ethan Marcotte
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In this episode of the Mechanical Ink podcast, host Schalk Neethling sits down with Ethan Marcotte, a prominent figure in web design known for coining the term "responsive web design." Ethan's journey in the design world spans over two decades, during which he has significantly influenced how websites are created and experienced across various devi…
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Send us a Text Message. Second, half of the interview with the legendary Lincoln Tech instructor. If you love the first half, here’s even more great stories from Ron and what his future looks like after 30 years of instructing mechanics, diesel techs and hot rodders.By Sugar
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Water Reuse Standards with Sal Aridi: What are the Basics of IAPMO Water Reuse Standards and What you Need to Know
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In this episode, guest Sal Aridi, a professional engineer and director of Special Projects at IAPMO, discusses water reuse. He elaborates on his 25-year career in water technologies and explains the different types of water reuse, such as greywater and blackwater. The conversation covers definitions, standards, and the practicalities of water recyc…
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Job Titles, Documentation Engineering, Baseline and Web Features - Daniel Beck
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In this episode of the Mechanical Ink podcast, Schalk Neethling sits down with Daniel Beck, a documentation engineer writer based in Amsterdam. Daniel discusses his extensive career in software documentation, emphasizing the importance of understanding the audience and balancing quality content with effective tooling. He elaborates on the challenge…
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Send us a Text Message. This is only part one of our hero Ron Poitier the recently retired, legendary Lincoln Tech Instructor, tells us some Hilarious stories and gives sage advice about his 30 year career, teaching mechanics. If you’re a car guy, then you will not want to miss part one and part two of this episode!…
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Greg and Brian get together to discuss an eventful week in both Seattle and international politics. We talk exciting new developments in children’s rights, dive into the new Danny Westnut piece at the Times, and look into the future of vigilantism in the city. Then we duck beneath the iron curtain of Patreon to talk the latest developments in Ukrai…
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Structural Water Savings: Can Right Sizing of Water Systems Really Save Water? (The Answer is Yes)
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In this episode host Christoph Lohr discusses structural and behavioral water waste with Jim Lutz, a retired researcher from Lawrence Berkeley National Lab. Jim details his career, focusing on water heater efficiency and plumbing systems, and explains how his research has shown the significance of structural waste in residential plumbing, particula…
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Send us a Text Message. The future is electric. It’s not our choice. Should we fight it or accept the inevitable? We chose our favorite EVs and defend or dismiss the Cybertruck.By Sugar
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ASPE PE Working Group: An Update on ASPE's Effort to Give Plumbing Engineers a Test for Their License (And Why it Didn't Exist Before)
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In this episode, we welcome David Dexter, a professional engineer with over 40 years of experience in the plumbing trade. Dexter discusses his transition from a master plumber to a professional engineer and his active involvement in the ASPE Professional Engineering Working Group. They highlight the importance of a specialized plumbing engineering …
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The boys talk about the Trump conviction and Eve Fartlow’s latest retirement announcement before getting into some exciting local news. Would you believe that the President Ana Mari Cauce blatantly lied about claims of antisemitism on the UW campus? Or that a new Seattle City Council member completely flubbed gutting a popular program in the name o…
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Collaboration, the future of CSS, Sass, and the web with Miriam Suzanne
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In this episode of the Mechanical Ink podcast, host Schalk Neethling sits down with Miriam Suzanne, a multifaceted expert in web development, an invited expert to the CSS Working Group, and a founder of OddBird. Our discussion spanned a range of topics, from the historical evolution of the web, the impact of social media and algorithms on creativit…
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Send us a Text Message. Sometimes the world forgets about cheap accessible luxury. Don’t sleep on mid 70s cruisers. We talked about how many uses you can get out of a big boat of a car.By Sugar
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Seattle King County WDC Mandate: Why Seattle-King County Plans on Mandating the WDC For Multifamily Buildings
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On this week’s episode, we’re going to be talking about how Seattle improved water savings and reduced new construction costs through accurate pipe sizing. Seattle recently mandated the use of the IAPMO Water Demand Calculator® for multifamily residences, also known as R2 occupancies. The inclusion of Appendix M in the city’s plumbing codes puts Se…
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Community First: The Lifeblood of Developer Relations - Chris DeMars
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In this episode of the Mechanical Ink podcast, Schalk Neethling hosts Chris DeMars, a Senior Developer Advocate at DigitalOcean. Chris shares his journey in the tech industry, emphasizing the importance of community and accessibility in web development. He delves into the role of a Developer Advocate, highlighting the need to bridge the gap between…
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Send us a Text Message. Greg and Sugar run from the law in this not so true crime episode. What’s the best getaway car? It has to be fast, it has to hold a crew of four, and 500 pounds of gold bars. Purely hypothetical, and tons of fun to play with the idea of escaping.By Sugar
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Zeroing in on Water Conservation: A Conversation with Sara Gutterman from Green Builder Media
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In this episode, host Christoph Lohr welcomes Sara Gutterman, CEO of Green Builder Media, to discuss the pressing issue of water sustainability in building practices. Sara emphasizes the importance of water conservation and quality, highlighting innovative solutions such as net-zero water impact plans, appropriate water pricing, and the adoption of…
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Munya & Brian get together to discuss the beauty of cultural exchange with the Irish before looking back at the 100 Divorced Dad March on the University of Washington. Finally, they discuss some of the biggest winners of the new SPOG contract. Check here for a wonderful look back at the cultural exchange between NYC & Dublin: https://twitter.com/Al…
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Mission Save A Life: A Community-Driven Approach to Suicide Prevention And Education
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In this episode, host Schalk Neethling interviews Jennifer Weis, the founder of Mission Save A Life, a nonprofit organization dedicated to raising awareness, promoting education, and driving action around mental health and suicide prevention. Jen shares her personal journey and the genesis of Mission Save A Life, which was born out of the tragic lo…
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The NL Design System And Why Accessibility Matters - Hidde de Vries
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In this episode of the Mechanical Ink podcast, host Schalk Neethling sits down with web accessibility specialist Hidde de Vries. We discuss the NL Design System project, an ambitious open-source initiative by the Dutch government aimed at creating a unified design system and set of components for all government websites and digital services. The pr…
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Send us a Text Message. What car can you buy for $5000? What can you get for a million dollars? What Impractical cyberpunk Ferrari is Sugar gonna build with his millions? What incredibly practical Toyota is Greg gonna buy? This is a fun one. Worth a listen, worth sharing with your friendsBy Sugar
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ASSE 12000 Series: Promoting Water Safety through ASSE 12060 and 12080 Credentials
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In this episode Tony Marcello, IAPMO senior vice president of Training and Credential Services, returns to discuss the ASSE 12000 series, focusing on ASSE 12080 and Legionella prevention. The standard is crucial for those working in health care facilities to conduct risk assessments and develop water management plans to protect occupants. They delv…
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Send us a Text Message. Greg and Sugar go to Shelby American Museum in Boulder, Colorado. The experience was the most incredible and tragic car museum tour. This is a fun episode and we highly recommend visiting the museum for a spiritual automotive experience. https://www.shelbyamericancollection.org/…
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The Water Demand Calculator in California: Unleashing Energy and Water Savings Through Right-Sizing - A Conversation with PG&E and 2050 Strategic Partners
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In this episode we welcome guests Kelly Cunningham from PG&E and Steffi Becking from 2050 Partners to discuss the adoption of the Water Demand Calculator in California. They delve into the significance of this adoption, highlighting its potential to save water, energy, and construction costs while improving building efficiency and sustainability. S…
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Greg and Brian get together to talk about the meaning of the mass repression of protest on college campuses as well as uncover what happened to a suburban staple. Become a Patron and get all the extra Freak content here: https://www.patreon.com/mechanicalfreak
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Ineos Grenadier vs Porsche Cayman GT4
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Send us a Text Message. Greg and Sugar talk to Long time friend Mark Andersen allowed us to ask every curious question about his all new Ineos Grenadier off road SUV. It is so rare to see something entirely new in the automotive world. We also end up talking Porsche Cayman GT4 and Mark’s renegade spirit. Join his Exclusive Ineos group: https://www.…
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Water Quality for Plumbing Professionals and Construction Practices for Potable Water Review: ESPRI Helping to Educate the Plumbing Industry
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In this episode we welcome Tim Bartrand, executive director of ESPRI, and Gary Burlingame, senior scientist with ESPRI, to discuss water quality and construction practices for potable water. We’ll delve into bridging the gap between water utilities and building plumbing systems, emphasizing the significance of factors like pH, alkalinity, and disin…
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Send us a Text Message. Greg and Sugar perform a live brake job in Greg’s driveway. We discuss delivery delivery driver’ attractiveness and how we’d depend our lotto winnings. Greg tells us about his time at Earthroamer.By Sugar
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