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Tests From The Future

Direct from the 23rd century, this weekly podcast sees Simon & Dirk discussing new technologies, recent discoveries and everyday life… in the future!

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53: Ziplock Bags

Tests From The Future ·

2022/04/17

Doctor Dream isn't a doctor. It's not even a person! It's a company that allows you to decide what you dream. Sounds amazing? Well it is. At least when you get the Pro Plan, which is what Simon has. He explains all the benefits to Dirk, who simply thought that the Pro Plan was the Free Plan without advertising. We discuss what it means to dream in colour and speculate why the company bought the struggling old fashioned Netflix. We also read a slightly worrying email from the past.To confirm this

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00:31:30

52: Doctor Dream

Tests From The Future ·

2022/04/10

Doctor Dream isn't a doctor. It's not even a person! It's a company that allows you to decide what you dream. Sounds amazing? Well it is. At least when you get the Pro Plan, which is what Simon has. He explains all the benefits to Dirk, who simply thought that the Pro Plan was the Free Plan without advertising. We discuss what it means to dream in colour and speculate why the company bought the struggling old fashioned Netflix. We also read a slightly worrying email from the past.To confirm this

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00:29:37

51: Holograms

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2022/04/03

Where did all the holograms go? When we were younger, they were everywhere, but now they've all but disappeared. We investigate their gradual demise, while at the same time reminiscing about the days when holograms were a part of our everyday lives. Sure, they were buggy and didn't really have a killer application, but it sure was fun to run through them as a kid! Also, we answer a few unusual emails from the past, and find out why 21st century people love to click.To confirm this episode went back

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00:28:36

50: Shuttle Station

Tests From The Future ·

2022/03/27

It's both Dirk's birthday and our 50th episode! This calls for a proper celebration, so we visit the shuttle station next door to Simon. Remember how you heard shuttles arriving and departing in the distance before? Well, get ready for that happening much closer and much louder, while we explore the station. We discover the cloak room, the meteor shower and of course the JACL. Plus we observe where the shuttles are heading to and who's boarding them. Happy fiftieth episode!To confirm this episode

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00:33:12

49: Crispy Creatures

Tests From The Future ·

2022/03/20

Crispy creatures are essentially creatures that used to be extinct, but were remade thanks to modern technology. We explain where the funny name comes from, which animals have responded quite well to their second chance, which animals we probably shouldn't have remade, and what commercial opportunities the new technology brings. Jurassic Park anyone? Then, to our surprise, our pizza is delivered by a sentient animal! Being too good an opportunity to miss, we invite it to join the recording. We find

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00:27:18

48: Mercury

Tests From The Future ·

2022/03/13

In this episode you get up to speed on two centuries of Mercury colonisation, from the first BepiColombo missions, to having all Earth's energy coming from the reflector shields installed on the planet's surface. We discuss why robots are heavily involved, what global cooling is, and what happens when Venus gets in the way. Or Mars… or some other planet. Oh, and we learn the pros and cons of using Gravity Belts!To confirm this episode went back in time, please email michaellasagna5@gmail.com with

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00:42:50

47: Box of Old Tech

Tests From The Future ·

2022/03/06

When we visited the Senkenberg History Museum, they gave us a box full of old devices that they no longer needed. So we decided to do an unboxing session live on the podcast. To make it more entertaining, we first guess what the device is, before reading the label. It's a perfect opportunity for us to learn more about 21st century technology and about the devices you are using in your everyday life, like the Walkman, the Telegraph and the Jetpack. Some of them still even work! Also, Simon just got

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00:28:06

46: Zwaveball

Tests From The Future ·

2022/02/27

Zwaveball isn't just a bunch of people trying to score goals by punching and kicking a hover ball. It's a culture! And Simon knows all about it. In this episode he explains the basic rules of the game, lets us know what he likes most about it, and seems to tell us that he plays for 'the red team'. Or was it 'the blue team'? Having only watched Zwaveball games so far, Dirk finally finds out why its frantic bursts of action often come to a grinding halt. At the end, we briefly touch upon several other

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00:34:22

45: Cams

Tests From The Future ·

2022/02/20

Imagine you're not only being filmed, but also permanently recorded. Now imagine this happens to everybody everywhere all the time. Sounds like an invasion of your privacy? Not once you're used to it! In this episode we look at the bright side of cams. They allow you to relive the best moments of your life (which hardly anybody ever does), to check the weather before you teleport somewhere (which hardly anybody ever does) and to play lots of rounds of Red Dress. It also clarifies a few more things

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00:26:53

44: Big Tech Companies

Tests From The Future ·

2022/02/13

We've been talking about all kinds of tech these past few months, but who's making all of that stuff? In this episode we'll go over the 10 biggest tech companies of 2222. All of these companies are market leaders (and sometimes even the monopolist) in their respective industries, and at least one of them will make your mouth water. You may actually recognise some of them if you've listened to our previous episodes. A few of the companies already existed in your time actually! And if one Top-10 isn't

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00:30:32

43: Robots

Tests From The Future ·

2022/02/06

Often referred to in previous episodes, but never given the attention they deserve - it's time to talk robots. Treating them as a tech topic feels a little odd though. They've been independent - and officially sentient - for a long time. In this episode we bring you up to speed on robot history, robot types and robot factions (or fractions as Dirk keeps calling them). We also explain the pros and cons of being a robot, what the robot buddy program is, and what happens to a robot when his battery

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00:22:03

42: Down To Earth Camps

Tests From The Future ·

2022/01/30

This week we are in an anti-tech mood. Nothing drastic! We just thought it'd be funny to speak a little bit more about these Down To Earth Camps. It's where people go to be without tech for a while. Depending on your perspective, they can be very refreshing or very stressful. Since Dirk used to go to them, Simon asks him to explain how they went about getting food, only to find out that Dirk usually cheated. The episode also has a premiere; it's the first time we use a Teleporter live on the show

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00:22:34

41: Orejones

Tests From The Future ·

2022/01/23

Orejones (pronounced "Orejones") are devices that are installed in your skull. They let us hear stuff! They were developed in Mexico and are actually based on old tech, so apologies if you already know about them back in the 21st century. In the episode you'll find out how Orejones are used in our daily lives, that it really doesn't make sense to go to Georgia without them, and what goes on at the Rotterdam Shakes event.To confirm this episode went back in time, please email

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00:20:03

40: Episode 17

Tests From The Future ·

2022/01/16

The topic of the week is off topic! At first, we get a little carried away by the 3D Printer Manufacturer Strike that's currently going on. You'll find out why they're striking, and also that it is especially bad for people in row boats. Then we read an email from a listener that blows our socks off! It's about episode 17. The listener claims we stole our idea from a few guys in the early 20th century. Turns out that neither we, nor they, stole the idea. Listen to find out how that's even possible

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00:22:33

39: Cyborg Chips

Tests From The Future ·

2022/01/09

Hello, hello, it's time to talk about Cyborg Chips! They're in our bodies and were initially developed to keep us healthy. We do briefly explain that, but then get right into the more exciting stuff! You see, these chips also allow the more commercial Avatar Apps, which let you change your appearance. Just think about that. And then listen to the episode! Because some things are really beyond imagination. #catbus. You'll also learn how Simon and Dirk met by the way. Again, an important mystery

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00:27:26

38: Alien Technology

Tests From The Future ·

2022/01/02

This week we speak about alien technology. Among other things, we discuss… Hold on! Does 'alien' really refer to species from other planets? Well… yes. So, let's get you up to speed quickly by giving you a summary of what happened over the last 2-3 decades, as far as aliens are concerned, before we actually get into the topic of the week. You'll learn which technology is already officially in use, which technology is rumoured to be in use, and which technology they're keeping from us. You'll also

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00:17:01

37: Solstice

Tests From The Future ·

2021/12/26

It's Solstice! A celebration that takes place twice a year, on the shortest and longest days. You get presents and you celebrate by visiting both hemispheres on the same day. At least, if you don't get stuck in a Teleporter queue. There are flying sleighs, parties on pine tree branches, and all kinds of things you definitely don't want to miss out on. We even figure out where the funny name comes from, live on the show!To confirm this episode went back in time, please email michaellasagna5@gmail.com

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00:17:57

36: Telekinesis

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2021/12/19

This week Simon speaks about Telekinesis, which is what he's studying at the moment. It's pretty new stuff, even for us 23rd century folk, so Dirk is also learning all kinds of things. Like many great inventions, Telekinesis was discovered by accident and Simon explains what is necessary to be able to use it and how it makes for great party tricks. He even uses it live on the show! As a bonus, you'll find out how old we are.To confirm this episode went back in time, please email

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00:21:39

35: Cars

Tests From The Future ·

2021/12/12

In the future there will be… cars! They don't need drivers though. Nor roads. You see, they hover. But didn't you have teleporters too, you ask? Sure! But why hurry when you can relax and have a conversation with a stranger, while enjoying the view? In this episode, we explain what kind of cars there are, how to use them and which modes of transport still touch the ground in the 23rd century.To confirm this episode went back in time, please email michaellasagna5@gmail.com with the episode number in

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00:32:26

34: Pods

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2021/12/05

In 2221 everybody has Pods. They're human sized containers that allow people to rest, relax and rejuvenate. But just how do they work? What are the newest models? And most importantly, can your pet go in there with you? In this episode we try to answer all of these questions. On top of that, we have just been to a Reenactment Fair, where people reenact old jobs. Did you know that a hair dresser didn't actually dress up people's hair back in the 21st century? Well, after this episode you do.To

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