Podcast

Fresh Start (MM #3206)

A new year is here, and many use the calendar change to get a fresh start on life. I’ll be honest, I’m don’t normally join in things like this but after last year…

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Stressful Night (MM #3205)

It’s the end of another year, and the end of another decade. And for some reason I’ve been thinking about New Year’s Eve 20 years ago. It was a stressful night as I and thousands upon thousands of computer users waited…

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Cigarettes (MM #3204)

You might have missed it, but over the holidays new tobacco sales laws went into effect. As of this week you now have to be over 21 to buy cigarettes and vaping supplies. What I wonder, will this change really make a difference…

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Gift Cards (MM #3203)

What has been the hottest gift for the holidays over the last few years; gift cards of course. It seems that most people young and old would prefer this to a present. And obviously that’s changed the world of re-gifting, too…

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Hobby Stores (MM #3202)

When I was young, I used to spend a lot of time in hobby stores. But over the years they seem to have disappeared. And I truly wonder why…

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Holiday Conversations (MM #3201)

Holiday conversations can often be pretty boring. It’s always best to find safe subjects to discuss. Of course politics and religion are off the table. But I have found one topic that’s fun to discuss…

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Meaning Of Life (MM #3200)

As we grow older we often look both internally and externally for the meaning of life. A recent psychiatric study can’t tell us the meaning, but has determine when we might figure it out…

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Christmas Memories (MM #3199)

I’m betting that most of us have some special Christmas memories. They may be about family, friends, or even a special toy. Of course my favorite memory is a bit strange…

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Green Christmas (MM #3198)

Many people dream of having snow for the holidays. Not me! I prefer a green Christmas, and I’m not talking about money…

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Ticket Sales (MM #3197)

Many concerts put their seats on sale 9 or 10 months in advance. But advance ticket sales always frustrate me. And recently I heard about an event that takes this to a new level…

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