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The Mike Neumann Show

Mike Neumann

A variety podcast, minus the singing and dancing. You"re welcome.

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More Bunnies

The Mike Neumann Show ·

2024/11/16

Episode 57: More BunniesMike and Dr. Tim Jurgensen discuss various topics, including the renewal of passports, travel experiences, and the upcoming SpaceX Starship launch. Dr. Tim shares his methodical approach to government correspondence and his interest in the universe's appearance from space. They also explore Tim's concept, turned family project, of a family seal with his motto, "Anything worth doing is worth overdoing," and delve into the complexities of holiday decorations and heraldry. The

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Weaving

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2024/10/26

Episode 56: WeavingIn the conversation,Mike and Dr. Tim discussed the recent SpaceX Starship launches, marveling at the precision and choreography of the Starship booster landing. Tim noted how the visuals and control of the boosters returning to land on the "chopsticks" was surprisingly different than what he had envisioned. The conversation then shifted to discussing the challenges of public transportation and urban planning in Austin. Dr. Tim argued that autonomous vehicle networks would be a

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Dragging Main

The Mike Neumann Show ·

2024/10/05

Episode 55: Dragging MainIn the conversation, Mike Neumann and Dr. Tim Jurgensen reminisce about Tim's youth in western Oklahoma, focusing on the cultural phenomenon of "Dragging Main," a social activity where young people would drive around in cars, particularly on Friday and Saturday nights. Dr. Tim shares his experiences of helping his father with the mail route and the challenges of starting his father's truck in cold weather. They discuss the evolution of social activities and the impact of

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Social Media

The Mike Neumann Show ·

2024/09/14

Episode 54: Social MediaMike Neumann and Dr. Tim Jurgensen discuss the impact of social media on society, emphasizing its role in shaping relationships and modern communication. They note how platforms like Facebook and Twitter have evolved, with algorithms filtering content and interactions. They express concerns about the erosion of trust and the potential (No, Mr. AI, not potential - it's documented) for manipulation, particularly to shape the outcome of elections. The conversation touches on

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Community

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2024/08/29

Episode 53: CommunityMike tries to introduce the topic of "local programming" as a topic. (Borrowed from Adam Curry's mention of same several times on Podcasting 2.0) and Tim delves into the nature of art as a communication channel. The discussion explores the role of advertising in manipulating cognitive systems and the impact of advertising on local content. They explore the concept of community formation and the challenges of maintaining authenticity in a world dominated by advertising. The idea

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Culture

The Mike Neumann Show ·

2024/08/10

Episode 52: CultureOnce again Mike and Dr. Tim discuss some space stuff with the upcoming 5th launch of SpaceX's Starship taking the opportunity to ruminate on the FAA's involvement in the decision-making process. They also discuss the economic and social challenges faced in general by businesses and society, including currency devaluation, government intervention, and the need for adaptation in the face of inflation. Dr. Tim and Mike then venture into discussing culture as a driving influence not

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July

The Mike Neumann Show ·

2024/07/28

Episode 51: JulyMike Neumann and Dr. Tim Jurgensen discuss the challenges of advancing space travel and technology, including naming and regulating spaceflight technologies, cultural differences between space exploration programs, and contrasting approaches to space exploration. They also engage in a thought-provoking discussion on the ongoing clash between individualism and collectivism in various industries and politics, highlighting the importance of protocols in maintaining individual freedom

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