As usual, we address the big issues! Andrew swoons over a decimal-based system for file organisation, Martin ponders how comedy changes over time and Jason pushes the boundaries of his own pronunciation. Everyday Balloons 00:00:00 It's Easter! 🐰 Myer catalog(ue) 📒 Natasha’s birthday balloons! 🎈 Tech Fatigue and Subjectivity 00:02:25 Martin’s ISP is the absolute worst. SO glad we have local recordings! Remarkable 2 Andrew is indeed a whinging old man. 👴 Escaping the Amazon blog post Book abou...
Apr 08, 2021•50 min
In this installment, we discuss avocados, uninterruptible power supplies (UPS), the wonders of postage and why the anecdotes just won’t stop. The Big Avocado Reveal 00:00:00 🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢REDACTED🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢 If you want to subvert Big Avocado, do these three things now! 🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢 🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢 🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢🁢 What ...
Apr 01, 2021•7 min
If there are two things that Apple users like to obsess about, they would be email apps and iOS Homescreen layouts. This time, we address both of topics! Andrew reveals his wildly unpredictable Homescreen layout, Martin gets a bit cranky at widgets and Jason goes fluoro-green. Scroll down to view the linked screens as they’re discussed and don’t forget to show us yours! Americans Like to Mix Stuff 00:00:00 Vanilla Coke 🥤 Scon vs. Scone Constitutional Monarchy 👑 Follow Up: Stickers 00:01:41 Hem...
Mar 25, 2021•50 min
Now things are really getting serious (and also kinda silly). Jason steps fully into his role as HR OVERLORD and gives Andrew and Martin a set of performance reviews that they will never forget. Following that, they discuss the market power of Amazon, then give their latest Media Corner picks and finally, things get a bit weird as a big pickle jar is opened. Hemispheric Performance Reviews 00:00:00 6 months, 21 days and 14 hours 22 Episodes 14 Brands Offended ( at least ) 5 Stars in Apple Podcas...
Mar 11, 2021•49 min
Normally when we swap our hemispheric views each episode, we follow some sort of agenda. Well, this time, we thought that we'd try something different: WE THREW THE AGENDA OUT THE WINDOW. Do we actually know how to talk to each other? You'll find out! As a result, Andrew fondly recalls how he used to wear ties, Jason marvels at the Mars mission and Martin shares memories of throwing peanuts on the floor. Studio Upgrade 00:00:00 Andrew's sound panels 600mm = 23.6in Spirit level iPad screen protec...
Feb 25, 2021•45 min
Welcome to episode 20! Time certainly flies. In this instalment, Andrew successfully moves on from an old product (and updates his spreadsheet accordingly), Jason releases an actual physical boardgame and Martin reminisces about what he used to have in his lunchbox. New Time Check 00:00:00 It's episode 20! Can you believe it? We need to check the time, of course. Follow-up: Andrew's Cinema Display 00:01:30 Apple 27" Cinema Display 🖥 Asset Lifespan Spreadsheet Heritage value iPhone 8 Plus 📱 Gum...
Feb 11, 2021•55 min
This time, it's all about music! Jason reports the results of an advanced headphone audit, Andrew shares yet more economic wisdom and Martin prompts a chat about guilty song pleasures. An update! Thank you to everyone who participated in our Twitter polls about macOS Finder usage after episode 018 . We're excited to share the results: when launching a new Finder window , the majority of voters (83.3%) click on the icon; and when it comes to the window view , it was a tie between icons and column...
Jan 28, 2021•50 min
This time we discuss one of the nerdiest and most important elements of using a Mac: how we arrange and navigate the Finder. Who's boring? Who's controversial? Listen to find out! (Side note: make sure to share your thoughts in our Twitter polls on how you launch and arrange your Finder!) How Do You Finder? 00:00:00 Mac OS X / macOS Finder Mac OS X / macOS Dock Martin's Finder 00:00:35 Finder view options Cover Flow 🪦 Pathfinder iCloud Drive Finder icon Finder tabs Command Tab Switching — Switc...
Jan 20, 2021•22 min
New year, new episode! Andrew continues the build-out of his 'podcast studio', then we all become over-caffeinated and consider the what, where and why of hoarding old technology. Lastly, we designate new nicknames to each other. Tech Surprise 00:00:00 Shure SM7B Reveal! Andrew sounds like Barry White now! RØDE Podcaster What is XLR? Audio Technica ATR2100X RØDE PSA-1 RØDE Procaster Australian exchange rate formula: price in USD x 7.3 = AUD price What is a ' muso '? Andrew's nephew, Alex The foa...
Jan 14, 2021•1 hr 5 min
In this last episode for 2020, Andrew reveals his Clooney connections, Jason shares time-tracking wisdom and Martin jabbers about cinema. INTRO 00:00:00 Do Not Disturb The wine that Jason was drinking Why Martin said 'kardonnay' and 'reisling' — from Australia's Kath & Kim (Beware a suggested expletive!) It's dark in the PNW 200° C is 392° F When does your week start? Monday or Sunday? Piccolo coffee Nespresso pods Arnott's Biscuits Cordial — Orange Mango Coffee Time 00:05:15 Ko-Fi BuyMeACof...
Dec 31, 2020•44 min
In addition to sharing their tech origin stories— in quite different and nerdy ways —Jason comes up with with a weird business idea, Andrew wrangles with how to define the iPod and Martin's handwriting is put under the microscope. (Here's a hint: as you follow the episode, check the show notes below to view each origin story's corresponding image.) Pyjama/Pajama Buckets and Milo 00:00:00 Singlet 🎽 The Grinch 🎁 Andrew's breakfast preparation — Micro.blog post Family Christmas pyjamas/pajamas Pe...
Dec 17, 2020•48 min
HVmini // Huntsmen, Gobbledoks and Bluebirds Martin and Andrew terrify Jason with personal stories concerning native Australian wildlife, then reminisce about a fine Japanese automobile. Huntsmen 00:00:00 New South Wales Huntsman spider — ONLY FOLLOW THIS LINK IF YOU ARE OK WITH SPIDERS. Thongs/flip-flops Wallaby Top 10 venomous spiders in Australia — WARNING AS ABOVE Quokka Numbat Smith's Chips Gobbledok ad from 1987 Remembering Bluebirds 00:08:40 Nissan Bluebird Category 5 cable Nissan Skyline...
Dec 16, 2020•13 min
HVmini // Vincent's Desk Friend of the show Vincent has submitted his work desk for review. We all have thoughts. Vincent's Desk Links Vincent on Micro.blog Gluon for Micro.blog Zen Minimalism Basil Pesto Spaghetti Instrumental Triangle Pool Cue Triangle James Bond Trap Door Antsy Labs Fidget Cube Butterfly Keyboard Fallout Shelter Chakra Stones Apple Power Mac G4 Cube Harmon Kardon Soundsticks Credits This episode was edited by Andrew using Hindenburg Journalist . 📧 hello@hemisphericviews.com ...
Dec 14, 2020•8 min
HVmini // Gabriel's Desk Friend of the show Gabriel has submitted his work desk for review. We all have thoughts. Gabriel's Desk Links Peak Design Everyday Backpack v1 Dalek Nintendo Amiibo Funko DVD Storage Wallet Dutch Brothers Coffee 14 fluid ounces in millilitres Black X-Wing Canon Star Wars Gabz on micro.blog Post-it Notes Microsoft Notepad Keyboard Lozenge Credits This episode was edited by Andrew using Hindenburg Journalist . 📧 hello@hemisphericviews.com 🕸 hemisphericviews.com 📣 Chat w...
Dec 10, 2020•13 min
HVmini // Craig's Desk Friend of the show Craig has submitted his work desk for review. We all have thoughts. Craig's Desk Links Mr Men Series Black Magic ATEM HDMI Switcher Beta Movie Camera Inception Dab Dance Rolling (metalworking) Apple Magic Mouse Taking the piss Classic Leather Briefcase Duffel Bag Money Laundering Credits This episode was edited by Andrew using Hindenburg Journalist . 📧 hello@hemisphericviews.com 🕸 hemisphericviews.com 📣 Chat with us on Discord ⭐️ Follow us on Micro.bl...
Dec 07, 2020•11 min
As usual, things get a bit crazy on the show: Jason drinks multiple beverages at once; Andrew goes overboard on 'Media Corner', selecting multiple items; and Martin is shocked to discover that he is actually from the future. Is there an almanac for that? Time Check 00:00:00 Western United States Time Zone Western Australia Time Zone Eastern Australia Time Zone From the Future 00:00:40 Ferris Bueller's Day Off Reunion Josh Gad Art Gallery Scene 'Please, Please, Please Let Me Get What I Want' cove...
Dec 03, 2020•46 min
Following an intense cross-examination of desks, Jason shares impressions of his iPhone 12 mini, Martin looks forward to receiving a new purchase and Andrew explains his burning passion for personal spreadsheets. Of course, weirdness ensues during Media Corner... Show Us Your Desks! 00:00:00 Calling all listeners! Send us your desk photos! Email them to hello@hemisphericviews.com Share them in our Discord Share on Twitter with #HemisphericViews. Tag us on Micro.blog Jason's iPhone 12 mini 00:01:...
Nov 19, 2020•46 min
Photo of Jason's Desk Clarus the Dogcow LEGO Pixelmator LEGO Back Alley Market ACER XR382CQK Monitor Curved Monitor R Value Logitech PTZ Pro Conference Room Camera 1984 Samsung is the worst Colorful Mouse Mat Samsung is still the worst Airport Extreme (3rd Generation) Time Capsule 2019 Mac Mini 12 South Inspire Mac Candle #2 Palm Pre Plus Palm Touchstone Charger Pentium 3 Processor Razer Nommo Chroma Speakers Keychron K2 Keyboard Apple Magic Keyboard Apple Magic Trackpad 2 Logitech MX Series 📧 ...
Nov 15, 2020•12 min
It's Andrew's turn to be cross-examined! Let's hear how he justifies his own set-up. [Photo of Andrew's Desk](cdn.hemisphericviews.com/2020-11-02AndrewDesk.jpg) Keychron K2 IBM Clicky Keyboards 5 kg = ~11 lbs Apple LaserWriter COVID-19 Sucks Microsoft Office macOS Dock PDF Expert PDF Pen iPad Pro 10.5" 2017 Touch Typist Andrew Canion Star Basketball Player Perth is Beautiful Gather Desk Set Stream Deck PowerShield SafeGuard UPS iMac - 2019 Setapp 24 Hour Wallpapers JBL Speakers Post-It Notes Fak...
Nov 12, 2020•12 min
Welcome to the first HVmini! In this bite-sized episode, Andrew and Jason cross-examine Martin in the witness box / on the witness stand about his desk set-up at home. [Photo of Martin's Desk](cdn.hemisphericviews.com/2020-11-02MartinDesk.jpg) Samsung Monitor - Model U28E590D Lounge Ruminator Podcast Millennium Falcon Snowtown Murders SwitchGlass Martin's Desktop Wallpaper 2004 Battlestar Galactica 1978 Battlestar Galactica Logitech Z213 Compact 2.1 Stereo Speaker System ( Now with rear-view mir...
Nov 09, 2020•10 min
What's going on this week? Well, let us tell you. We talk about doorbells, of course . What's up with Apple One and did you sign up? Ted Lasso—have you heard of it? The reveal of reverse sponsors! Plus some great picks for Media Corner... Fever Dreams 00:00:00 🤷♂️ Doorbell Technology 00:00:19 Soviet Folk Song Example - Korobeiniki Martin's Actual Doorbell Sound! Aldi 🛒 Eufy Doorbell Do Crosswalk Buttons Do Anything? Martin's Mea Culpa 00:03:15 Episode 004 of Hemispheric Views 🎙 Apple Watch S...
Nov 04, 2020•45 min
We wrap back around to see how Andrew's experience with the Apple Watch Series 6 has been, and talk about how great the iPhone mini from the latest Apple event is going to be. Thoughts follow on HomePod and what we use for home theatre setups. Then there's the first of a new recurring section, Media Corner! We pick a movie, book, and album for you to check out. Finally, is Halloween a thing in Australia? FetHeads and Golf Clubs 00:00:00 Fethead Our Discord! Fathead Rode Procaster Microphone Rode...
Oct 22, 2020•1 hr
Jean MacDonald, podcaster and Community Manager at Micro.blog, joins us to discuss her experience in curating posts and connecting people on the site, as well as the upcoming global photography challenge. We also uncover the oldest things that we can find at home and consider which of our myriad media services we will keep. A Special Guest 00:00:00 Jean McDonald Micro.blog Community Manager Manton Reece Micro.blog Kickstarter Macworld 2004 Smile Software Rogue Amoeba Blogworld New Media Expo An ...
Oct 08, 2020•1 hr 5 min
This week we chat about wildfires in both hemispheres, attempting to send money digitally, all the neat things from the latest Apple event, other areas of tech we are interested in but haven't yet tried. We even get into talking about coins? Yep! Jibber Jabber Men In Black - Neuralyzer Condenser & Dynamic Microphones Wildfires CA Wildfires OR Wildfires AQI Australian Bushfires Australian Broadcasting Corporation Climate Change New Gadgets Apple Pay Cash Paypal Apple Event - September 2020 Ap...
Sep 24, 2020•1 hr 25 min
This week we chat about online ads and how we manage to see ( or not see ) them, HomeKit, and products that we like so much that we must make others understand how great they are! We also touch on Vegemite, petrol /gas pricing, Tim Tam slams, meat pies, beer, and countless others! Jibber Jabber Lounge Ruminator Podcast by Martin Feld Perth, Australia Wollongong, Australia Jason tries Vegemite for the first time Triscuit Umami Vegemite History Original Australian Vegemite Commercial Ads Blocking ...
Sep 10, 2020•1 hr 8 min
In this pilot episode that originally published on Martin's Podcast Lounge Ruminator we speak about our shared love of digital technology, the pros and cons of product and network lock-in, the trials and tribulations of email and differences in coffee culture. Since we enjoyed recording this episode so much, we have decided to spin it off into a new show, this show , Hemispheric Views. We hope you enjoy! Micro.blog SaneBox MailMate Fastmail Newton email ‘Replicating Hey.com Features in Regular E...
Aug 19, 2020•1 hr 18 min
