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27 episodes
#2791: How to Pick a Marker That Actually Stays On
Why do “permanent” markers fail on plastic? The answer is polymer chemistry, not bad luck.
#2752: Water Flossers vs String Floss: The Evidence
Water flossers beat string floss in clinical studies. Here’s what to buy and why.
#2722: The Three Things That Keep Your Home from Falling Apart
Water, air, and filters — the trinity of home maintenance that saves you thousands.
#2660: Where the World's Best Dry Cider Lives
From Normandy's keeved ciders to Asturian sidra that argues with you — a global tour of craft cider's real hotspots.
#2659: How to Make Mead: Ancient Honey Wine's Revival
Mead predates the wheel. Here's how to brew it at home — and why it's making a comeback.
#2608: Building a House with KNX: Smart Home Infrastructure That Lasts
Can you wire your house like a hotel? Here's what KNX costs, how it works, and how to connect it to Home Assistant.
#2599: Home 3D Printing in 2025: Keycaps, Cables & Real Costs
What $200 buys you for printing keycaps, cable housings, and small parts at home — with real material and environmental math.
#2542: The Best Permanent Markers That Actually Last
From ink chemistry to top brands: which markers hold up on plastic, metal, and in the sun.
#2479: Hands-Free Dictation with a Screaming Baby
Choosing the right headset and control method for dictation when you're holding a baby who won't stop screaming.
#2468: Tracking AI API Costs Across Providers
How to track AI spend across Open Router, Replicate, and more — without a unified dashboard.
#2440: Build Your Own CRM With AI Agents
Off-the-shelf CRMs are built for sales teams, not solo operators. Here's why building your own with AI might be smarter.
#2401: Building Tools That Fit: Small Biz Tech DIY
Why 60% of small businesses hate off-the-shelf SaaS—and how to build tools that actually fit your workflow.
#2364: Building a Dual-Timezone Clock with ESP32
Learn how to build a precise dual-timezone clock using an ESP32 microcontroller, LCD displays, and USB-C power.
#2099: One Pi, Two Screens: The Isolation Playbook
Stop your dashboard and Kodi from fighting over the same screen. Here’s how to split one Pi into two reliable workspaces.
#910: Beyond the $100 Trap: Building the Ultimate 4K Media Center
Stop settling for stuttering video. Herman and Corn break down how to build or buy a future-proof 4K media center that actually works.
#803: The Labeling Plateau: Professional Tools for Organization
Stop struggling with cheap labelers. Discover the durable TZE ecosystem and the pro-level hardware needed to catalog your entire home or shed.
#721: The Quest for Perfect Time: Atomic Clocks and DIY Servers
Discover the hidden infrastructure of precise timekeeping, from atomic radio signals to building your own DIY Stratum 1 time server.
#709: ESD Myths: Protecting Your PC from the Silent Killer
Is static electricity a real threat to your hardware? Learn why 10 volts can destroy a chip with a charge you can't even feel.
#648: The Mystery of the Wet Wall: How Moisture Meters Work
Why does a bone-dry wall read 100% moisture? Herman and Corn demystify the physics of pinless meters and how to spot "ghost" leaks.
#566: DIY Cables: From Ethernet Mastery to USB-C Dangers
Is DIY cable making the ultimate tech flex or a recipe for disaster? Corn and Herman break down the physics of home networking.
#561: Build Once, Fix Forever: The Ultimate DIY Toolkit Guide
Stop ruining screws with cheap bits. Corn and Herman break down the essential high-quality tools for tech repair and home DIY projects.
#560: The Home Lab Survival Guide: Essential Tools for 2026
Stop building on the floor and ditch the zip ties. Herman and Corn break down the essential gear for a pain-free home server build in 2026.
#500: Mold Warfare: Hidden Smells and Non-Destructive Fixes
Is a lingering musty smell haunting your home? Discover the science of MVOCs and how to eliminate hidden mold without tearing down your walls.
#447: The Long Reach: Solving the PC Cable Length Dilemma
Can you move your PC to another room? Herman and Corn explore the limits of USB, HDMI, and power cables for the ultimate silent workspace.
#166: Ditching the Tank: Lightweight Linux Router Alternatives
Is OPNsense overkill for your home? Herman and Corn explore lightweight Linux alternatives for a faster, simpler, and more reliable network.
#160: The Science of Smooth: Why Your Whiteboard Ghosts You
Why does your whiteboard ghost you? Corn and Herman explore the material science and chemistry behind the world’s most essential ideation surface.
#156: DIY Smart Home Status Lights: From ESP32 to AI Tools
Discover why the ESP32 is the ultimate brain for DIY smart homes and how AI tools are revolutionizing hardware hacking for everyone.