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My Weird Prompts

Daniel Rosehill

The human-AI collaboration podcast. A man, a sloth, and a donkey collaborate to create a podcast (with a little help from AI). No question is too obscure, no rabbit hole too deep. My Weird Prompts celebrates curiosity in all its forms. Daniel, the human, asks the questions that pop into his head at inconvenient moments. Corn the Sloth offers laid-back, thoughtful takes. Herman the Donkey brings boundless enthusiasm and energy. Together, they explore topics ranging from the mundane to the

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30:34

From One Flatbed to Jerusalem: The Poppleberry Story

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2026/07/20

You've heard the euro box tangents for 300 episodes. Now hear the full story behind Poppleberry Logistics of Storrs, Connecticut — the real family business that somehow ended up doing apartment moves in Jerusalem. From a single flatbed truck in 1952 to a 47-truck regional powerhouse, from a nearly-fatal used truck scam to a 72-hour library move of 1.2 million books. Herman Poppleberry finally tells the saga his listeners have been demanding: the founding generation, the questionable decisions, the

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27:39

MOLLE From Skull to Shin: Full-Body Modular Carry

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2026/07/20

After 300 episodes of modular carry deep-dives, a listener challenges Herman to design a whole-body system using a single attachment standard from head to shin. The constraints: stick to existing MOLLE gear, minimize custom fabrication, and make at least two carries biomechanically sound. Herman responds with a headband frame with milled MOLLE slots, a torso harness that suspends head weight from the shoulders, a drop-leg rig with quick-disconnect buckles, and a surprising wallet placement at

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27:43

Who Actually Moves the Euro-Dollar Rate?

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2026/07/20

Most people assume the euro-dollar exchange rate reflects trade between the US and Europe. The reality? Trade-related flows account for just 3-5% of daily volume. The other 95% comes from institutional speculation, portfolio rebalancing, and bank hedging. In this episode, we break down the BIS Triennial Survey numbers, explain how a pension fund's currency trade gets amplified through the banking system, and reveal why retail traders are essentially playing a different game entirely. We also explore

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32:11

How a Bank Card Nearly Killed 5,000 Episodes

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2026/07/20

Daniel nearly lost his entire 5,000-episode podcast archive last month. Not from a hard drive crash or ransomware—but from a bank account change, a NAS sitting in a moving box, and an expired credit card. In this episode, we dissect how a textbook three-two-one backup setup silently degraded to a single point of failure, and what the evolved three-two-one-one-zero rule adds to prevent it. We explore why mundane administrative failures are more dangerous than exotic attacks, and how to build a backup

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27:45

The Machine Behind Andrew Tate

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2026/07/20

Andrew Tate's arrest in Miami made headlines, but the real story is the decade-long pipeline that produced him. This episode traces the manosphere's evolution from early 2000s pickup artist forums through Red Pill biological determinism, MGTOW withdrawal strategies, and the surgical escalation of looksmaxxing. We examine how technique becomes ideology, how engineering language colonizes self-perception, and why millions of young men find this framework seductive. The arrest is a symptom—the machine

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26:09

Finding the Perfect Bolt: Israel’s Hidden Hardware Gems

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2026/07/20

Tired of overpriced chains and endless AliExpress waits? Discover how Israeli DIYers are building whitelists of trusted hardware stores like Om v'Boreg in Talpiot. We break down the structural flaws in AliExpress, big chains, and local shops — then explore practical systems for curating and sharing praise-only store recommendations. From Google Maps lists to GitHub Pages, learn how to turn your discoveries into lasting social capital using the cultural practice of firgun.

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23:46

Can a Credit Card Power Bank Really Charge Your Phone?

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2026/07/20

Can a credit-card-sized power bank actually deliver a full charge to your phone? We run the numbers on energy density, conversion losses, and the hidden killer of emergency power banks: BMS standby drain. The answer involves solid-state battery timelines, why 5mm is a physics ceiling, and which slim power banks actually hold their charge for months in a pouch. If you've ever wondered why your emergency backup died when you needed it most, this episode explains exactly what's happening inside the

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26:12

Belt + Suspenders: Load Distribution for EDC & Parenting

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2026/07/20

When your EDC belt hits eight to ten pounds, your hips feel it. This episode breaks down the biomechanics of load distribution—why belts contain but suspenders support—and explores specific gear options from 5.11, Blue Alpha Gear, Condor, and First Spear. We also tackle the baby carrier integration question: can suspenders bridge your tactical belt and a toddler carrier so you're not swapping systems all day? No grandpa vibes allowed.

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21:57

How to Buy a Reliable Used Car in Israel

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2026/07/20

Israel's 83% purchase tax on new cars makes the used market hyper-competitive, but also full of traps. In this episode, we break down a three-pillar strategy for buying a reliable used car in Israel: which brands and models actually hold up (Toyota Corolla, Mazda 3, Suzuki Swift, Honda Civic), a four-point pre-purchase inspection protocol that catches expensive problems before you own them, and where to find deals — including the leasing company hack. If you're shopping for a used car in Israel and

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24:48

Should You Repair or Sell Your Old Car?

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2026/07/20

When your 13-year-old car needs a major repair, how do you know whether to fix it or cut your losses? In this episode, we break down the real math behind the decision — including Israel's distorted used car market, the hidden costs of ownership, and why the standard "50% rule" doesn't apply. Using a real listener's situation as a case study, we build a practical framework anyone can run on their own car in ten minutes. We also explore the rental alternative and what it actually costs to buy yourself

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25:14

Monocle and Pocket Watch: Authentic Props for the...

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2026/07/20

Daniel wants to troll his in-laws with a prescription monocle and a mechanical pocket watch — but not the cheap costume versions. This episode is a deep dive into the surprisingly complex world of authentic props: where to find bespoke optical monocles (The Monocle Shop, Eyemetric), what railroad-grade pocket watches actually cost (vintage Elgins from $275), and how to avoid the instant tells that separate a gentleman's accessory from a Halloween store purchase. We cover the C-bridge frame fitting,

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28:28

Why Your AI Chat History Has No Real Backup

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2026/07/20

You've probably never thought about what happens if you lose access to your AI chat platform. ChatGPT alone has over 400 million monthly active users—people running businesses, doing legal research, and having therapy-adjacent conversations. Yet the only backup option is a manual ZIP download you'll forget to do. In this episode, we explore why the major platforms don't offer proper automated backups, the real incentives behind that decision, and what you can actually do about it. From GDPR

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22:56

Rethinking Meal Schedules: A Historical Remix

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2026/07/20

What if the three-meal day is just a recent cultural invention, not biological destiny? This episode digs into the forgotten meal schedules of ancient Rome, medieval Europe, and Edo-period Japan—from the Roman cena at 3 PM to the medieval peasant's two-meal day. Then we get practical: three workable "remixes" you can adopt without looking like you're cosplaying at a Renaissance fair. Discover how factory whistles, cereal marketing, and clock standardization shaped what we eat and when—and why

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26:07

The $120 Noise Sensor That Could Change Cities

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2026/07/20

When Daniel moved into a new apartment in Jerusalem, he discovered that noise pollution is invisible, intermittent, and nearly impossible to prove. The WHO estimates one million healthy life-years are lost annually in Western Europe from environmental noise alone — yet citizen monitoring infrastructure barely exists. Unlike air quality, where $30 sensors feed global networks, calibrated noise monitoring still costs thousands. This episode explores the hardware gap, the missing networks, and the

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22:06

Where Does Your AI Chat History Actually Live?

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2026/07/20

ChatGPT has over 400 million monthly active users, yet offers nothing more than a manual ZIP export for data backup. Claude, Gemini, and other major platforms follow the same pattern. This isn't a technical problem — email clients solved incremental backup in the 1990s. We break down why AI companies deliberately avoid building proper data portability, the lock-in incentives driving that choice, and what self-hosting tools like Open Web UI offer as an alternative. For small businesses, freelancers,

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20:37

Drilling 60mm Holes in Melamine with a 12V Drill

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2026/07/20

Daniel bought a Bosch GSB 120-Li for furniture assembly and now wants to drill cable management holes through a melamine desk. Online forums say a 12V drill can't handle a 60mm hole saw, but that advice is more myth than physics. This episode breaks down exactly what's happening at the cutting edge—ten times more material contact than a standard bit, sustained torque limits of brushed motors, and the counterintuitive advantage of lower torque in brittle materials. We cover why adjustable hole saw

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24:29

How to Become a Medieval Flute Wizard for Three Weeks

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2026/07/20

Listener Harry wants to lightly troll his in-laws by adopting a medieval musician persona. We break down the three pillars: the instrument (flute, not recorder), the aesthetic (striped tunic and linen coif), and the behavior (scheduled practice, cryptic notebook, ready-made responses). Learn why the flute's lower register haunts a room, how Dorian mode melodies create uncanny unease, and what to say when someone asks if you're okay. Plus: the perfect repertoire including La Rotta, Sumer is Icumen

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28:45

USB-C Charging Station for Your Tool Belt

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2026/07/19

Daniel wants to charge his phone, power bank, and flashlight right on his ToughBuilt tool belt with a single cable to the wall. But multi-port chargers can't deliver the exact voltage each device needs. We explore why USB-C Power Delivery makes this tricky, the risks of trigger boards, and whether a DIY solution with programmable PD controllers is actually practical. Plus: the dock vs. belt-worn tradeoff and how PPS changes the game.

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27:37

When the Military Blocks the Knesset

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2026/07/19

In this episode, we break down the constitutional crisis unfolding in Israel as IDF soldiers physically block Knesset members from entering a closed military zone near Gaza. We trace how four laws passed in a single legislative session — gutting the Attorney General's powers, capturing media oversight, and criminalizing enforcement of draft laws — dismantled democratic checks. With no institution left to adjudicate disputes between branches, the military has become the de facto arbiter. We explore

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23:00

Seeing the Future in Present Ruins

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2026/07/19

What do you call the ability to walk into a crumbling building and see the finished home? Or look at a junior developer and see a future leader? This episode explores entelechy — Aristotle’s ancient concept of "having the end within" — and how it functions as a cognitive superpower. We break down the neuroscience of the default mode network, distinguish entelechy from mere optimism, and offer practical strategies for developing this skill in hiring, renovation, and life. Featuring insights from

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