In this episode of the Bellingham Podcast, AJ Barse and Chris Powell dive into October with a discussion on the increasing role of AI, the revival of analog, and reflections on masculinity. AJ shares his experiments with Google’s Notebook LM and expresses concerns over AI’s growing influence, especially in voice replication. The duo then shifts to their love for analog, highlighted by AJ’s visit to Roldorf & Co., a Vancouver-based watchmaker, and a documentary on the Polaroid revival. Chris also reflects on societal views of masculinity, inspired by a Vice TV documentary, and they explore the appeal of authenticity in an AI-driven world.AI and Digital IdentityAJ shares his recent tests with Google’s Notebook LM, emphasizing AI’s potential to influence media through synthetic voice replication.https://wp.wwu.edu/ajbarse/2024/10/02/what-if-your-notes-could-think-for-you/ AI Amplifies False Memories https://www.perplexity.ai/page/ai-amplifies-false-memories-Oi2YlbzuSyqDnm4m.RoxHwChris and AJ discuss their concerns about AI-generated content, pondering the implications for personal data and podcasting.Vancouver BCAJ talks about his visit to Roldorf & Co. and recounts Jason Gallop’s journey to rebuild his watch business after a devastating fire. Roldorf Cafe Exploring AnalogA discussion on The Revenge of Analog documentary, with a focus on the revival of Polaroid film and the allure of analog experiences in a digital age. Reflections on MasculinityChris shares insights from the Vice TV documentary series, Searching for Masculinity, sparking a conversation about evolving societal views on masculinity.They examine the importance of authenticity and personal identity, especially in an age where AI and digital media can shape perceptions.Documentary Recommendations for DoctoberChris highlights the annual documentary showcase at Bellingham’s Pickford Cinema and suggests thought-provoking documentaries on themes like masculinity and analog nostalgia.Quality Assurance PicksChris’s Pick: RI Music app, a free, ad-free option for Android users to stream music from YouTube without tracking.Mr. McMahon on Netflix DiggnationA revival of the early tech show by Kevin Rose and Alex Albrecht, celebrating internet oddities https://www.diggnation.show/YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@diggnation Listener Reminders:Tune in to KMRE 88.3 FM or stream online at kmre.org to catch the Bellingham Podcast.Look out for the November episode with AJ and Chris’s holiday gift guide and travel stories. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bellinghampodcast.substack.com
In this episode of the Bellingham Podcast, AJ Barse and Chris Powell catch up after a summer hiatus. They discuss recent personal experiences, including family vacations and changes in their professional lives. AJ shares his summer adventures, including time spent on San Juan Island and managing life as a working parent. Chris recounts his solo trip to Friday Harbor and his enjoyment of tech-free moments. They also delve into topics like their evolving relationship with personal technology, privacy-focused mobile devices, and the balance between digital and analog experiences. Towards the end, they reflect on the nostalgia of collecting and playing games, particularly focusing on AJ’s experience re-entering the world of Pokémon with his son.Topics Discussed:Summer Recap* AJ’s vacation to San Juan Island and family adventures* Chris’s solo trip to Friday Harbor and tech-free relaxationLife Updates* AJ’s experience balancing work and family life during August* AJ’s wife landing a job right after graduation* Chris’s insights into the evolving personal tech landscape and privacy-focused gadgetsTech Talk* AJ and Chris discuss personal tech choices like Graphene OS and privacy-focused apps* Chris’s minimalist approach to tech: ProtonMail, VPN, and offline maps* The debate on iOS vs. Android and privacy benefits of alternative operating systemsAnalog Meets Digital* AJ’s dive back into the Pokémon trading card game with his son* Nostalgia around collecting, comics, and trading cards* Insights on teaching the next generation about gaming, collecting, and communityLooking Ahead* Upcoming plans for AJ’s 100th scuba dive milestone* Fall projects, holiday gift ideas, and the continued journey in balancing analog and digital worldsListener Reminder:Tune in on KMRE 88.3 FM for the radio broadcast of the Bellingham Podcast, and stay connected for future episodes! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bellinghampodcast.substack.com
On this enlightening episode of the Bellingham Podcast, Chris shares his transformative experience from a recent Silence Retreat in Mission, BC. Meanwhile, AJ delves into his deep connections with silence and presence, cultivated through his adventures climbing mountains and diving in the serene waters of the Puget Sound and Salish Sea. Join us as we explore the profound impacts of quietude and mindfulness in our fast-paced lives. EinsemdIcelandic word for solitude or alone.https://m.dict.cc/icelandic-english/einsemd.htmlWestminster Abbey Benedictine Monks in Mission, B.C. -https://westminsterabbey.ca/Diving the kelp at Rosario, Anacortes WA. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bellinghampodcast.substack.com
On this special catch-up episode of the Bellingham Podcast, AJ and Chris are back from their travels with exciting updates! Chris's daughter and AJ's wife both celebrated graduations, and the hosts have some invaluable travel observations and tips to share. Recorded at Casa de Chris, they dive into their Father's Day weekend experiences and offer essential advice for navigating Washington state ferries during peak season. Plus, this is just part one—stay tuned as they set the stage for the return of the beloved "Word Of Note" series in the next episode!Thanks for reading The Bellingham Podcast ! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bellinghampodcast.substack.com
Welcome back to the Bellingham Podcast! We're driving the DeLorean right back into the nostalgia-fueled fun with the second part of our Word of Note of Nostalgia. AJ and Chris pick back up from their first part of their DeLorean adventure, ready to continue exploring the curious realm of nostalgia and its ties to marketing, technology, and personal memories.In this episode, join us for another nostalgic trip down memory lane as we reflect on our past experiences and delve deeper into the trends shaping marketing for our generations (Gen X for Chris, Gen Y for AJ). From timeless retro gadgets to the ongoing wave of film reboots, we'll continue unraveling how nostalgia influences our perceptions and choices; and how we reflect on it as fathers.If you are tuning in from the past on your VR head set, or tune in to your virtual transistor radio, and let's continue our journey into the timeless allure of nostalgia on this engaging second part of our episode. Show notesWebster “ Nostalgia” : a wistful or excessively sentimental yearning for return to or of some past period or irrecoverable conditionalso : something that evokes nostalgia: the state of being homesick : HOMESICKNESS2024 Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride On Sunday the 19th of May 2024, AJ is riding in The Distinguished Gentleman's Ride with fellow men and women across the globe to raise funds and awareness for prostate cancer and men's mental health on behalf of Movember. To sponsor him = https://gfolk.me/barseReferenceshttps://www.bigleaguechew.com/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bellinghampodcast.substack.com
Welcome back to another episode of the Bellingham Podcast! We were late in this episode as AJ and Chris had to fire up the DeLorean on the ol’ Word of Note series to delve into the realm of nostalgia, exploring its intricate ties to marketing, technology, and personal memories. Join us as we take a nostalgic trip down memory lane, reflecting on our own past experiences, and the trends we have started to see in marketing to our generations (Gen X for Chris, Gen Y for AJ). From retro gadgets to the reboots of films, we'll uncover how nostalgia shapes our perceptions and influences our choices in a rapidly evolving world. So grab your headphones, tune in on your transistor radio, and join us in this two part episode on the timeless allure of nostalgia.Show notesWebster “ Nostalgia” : a wistful or excessively sentimental yearning for return to or of some past period or irrecoverable conditionalso : something that evokes nostalgia: the state of being homesick : HOMESICKNESS Nostalgia augments comfort and security, and maintains psychological well-being when confronted with limited time horizons," according to a report from Frontiers in Psychology. NIH National Center for BioTechnology Information Still Listen To The Same Music That You Enjoyed As A Teen? We Have Good News For Your Brain* https://www.huffingtonpost.co.uk/entry/still-listen-to-the-same-music-that-you-enjoyed-as-a-teen-we-have-good-news-for-your-brain_uk_660c1442e4b059f710630121#:~:text=According%20to%20Nikki%20Roy%2C%20a,'* According to Nikki Roy, a therapist based in California, researchers are actually finding that the music we listen to as teenagers binds to our brains differently to anything we’re going to hear as adults in a phenomena known as ‘neural nostalgia.’ (NIH National Library of Medicine) * 2016 article -Neural responses to nostalgia-evoking music modeled by elements of dynamic musical structure and individual differences in affective traitsFrederick S Barrett 1, Petr Janata 2“ These findings illustrate one way in which the reward and emotion regulation networks of the brain are recruited during the experiencing of complex emotional experiences triggered by music. These findings also highlight the importance of considering individual differences” Mentions and Projects2024 Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride On Sunday the 19th of May 2024, AJ is riding in The Distinguished Gentleman's Ride with fellow men and women across the globe to raise funds and awareness for prostate cancer and men's mental health on behalf of Movember. To sponsor him = https://gfolk.me/barseZulu Time Podcast - Analog Explorer X Made Under Pressure Podcast - Bausele Langstone Field Watch - https://www.bausele.com/products/bausele-langstone-field-watch-d-day-80th-anniversary-tribute-australian-dive-watches This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bellinghampodcast.substack.com
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No matter the weather, at least the mics stay warmBellingham Winter Storm 2024- https://www.kiro7.com/news/local/bellingham-residents-brace-storm-several-inches-snow-forecasted/G64T5EJFVRHV3NH4R7P5KFMRYQ/ Washington blizzard 1950 - https://www.seattlepi.com/local/weather/article/Tacoma-snow-storm-1950-video-archive-history-13533250.php * https://www.historylink.org/File/8079Health and WellnessChris- Whole30 | https://whole30.com/Whatcom County Mental Health- https://www.whatcomcounty.us/3294/Mental-HealthSAD- Seasonal Affected Disorder https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/seasonal-affective-disorder/symptoms-causes/syc-20364651 SAD and Seattle - https://www.seattletimes.com/life/wellness/seattle-rainy-season-brings-on-seasonal-affective-disorder-heres-the-deal-with-sad/ DGR- Distinguished Gentilmea’s Ride Supporting a Friend or Family Member with Mental Health Problems - https://www.samhsa.gov/mental-health/how-to-talk/friends-and-family-members This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bellinghampodcast.substack.com
Thank you all so much again for another year of supporting the podcast! After a few weeks of sickness, Chris’ sweet baritone voice is back in action just in time to punch out on 2023. From Chris and AJ of your Bellingham Podcast, we hope you have a happy holiday season, a fun and safe new year, and stay warm here in the City by the Salish Sea. Local Updates:Bellingham old Terminal Building fire* Cascadia Daily | https://www.cascadiadaily.com/news/2023/dec/18/community-rallies-around-those-impacted-by-terminal-building-fire/* City of Bellingahm | https://cob.org/news/2023/update-on-fairhaven-terminal-building-fire-2 * KING 5 news | https://www.king5.com/article/news/local/bellingham/historic-bellingham-building-damaged-unstable-overnight-fire/281-bcd2be6d-b1f9-48aa-9d7a-47a77a4a67daGone Diving, our last remaining dive shop to be sold/ to close in 2024 https://myemail.constantcontact.com/Exciting-News.html?soid=1101457878512&aid=YLnw95jf7cIChris: A Charlie Brown Canvas Christmas AJ: Analog Explorer (Season 4) Made Under Pressure Podcast This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bellinghampodcast.substack.com
Happy Thanksgiving (USA), everyone! AJ’s dive to the HCMS Annapolis Chris’ Retirement Tech* Proton Mail | https://proton.me/mail* Signal Messenger | https://signal.org/download/Quality Assurance Chris- COF& https://colcofy.com/AJ - Amendment 21 (Hotel Leo) - https://www.thehotelleo.com/dining Thank you for reading The Bellingham Podcast . This post is public so feel free to share it. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bellinghampodcast.substack.com
We were offline and off-air for September due to scheduling. Sch-edu-ling, the latin phrase for “life got busy between working, dading, and living.” But Chris and AJ are back for October, or as AJ predicted Doc-tober. Adobe MAX 2023 session hosted by AJ VS203Made Under Pressure Podcast (coming soon)Guest hosted by the Analog Explorer | AJ to present Travelogue | October 19Details here Belling-home human interest mention * Bellingham’s CTK travel group stuck in middle eas* KOMO * KIRO* KING Quality Assurance Solitude * Reclaiming Conversation | Sherry TurkleSilence* In Pursuit of Silence Chris Hadfield* The Apollo Murders * NEW| The Defector This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bellinghampodcast.substack.com
Lightning strike fire | BellinghamTravel Dispatches: 📍Mt. Storm KingLake Crescent | Olympic National ParkQuality Assurance Streaming on Apple TV+ https://www.apple.com/tv-pr/originals/still-a-michael-j-fox-movie/ Metrosafe X Anti-Theft 16-Inch Commuter Backpack Sept. 10 Clean Up Lake Samish - Gone Diving and Bellingham Parks DeptCome out and help us clean up Lake Samish!Join us on September 10th to clean up a popular recreation spot on the Eastern shore of Lake Samish. We are partnering with Whatcom Parks to dispose of the garbage we remove. Find more details as well as upcoming classes in our e-news or contact the shop! https://conta.cc/3QTw2yU This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bellinghampodcast.substack.com
On this July episode, pardon the clanks and extra noise filtering in the episode - we had a guest construction worker fire up a tractor as we started recording from….New “Scramble Nature Park” at Barkley VillageDiving in and around BellinghamCleaning up Lake WhatcomCleaning up Lake SamishPuget Sound Sea LifeQuality Assurance & New Gear* Bose - Quiet Comfort * SoundCore - Q45 Space* Wacaco - Picopresso* “Unreasonable Hospitality” - Book This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bellinghampodcast.substack.com
In this May-June episode, as summer begins to ramp up in the PNW, are you thinking of visiting Bellingham? Tune in to AJ and Chris' rundown of how to make your way up to the city by the Salish Sea and what to wrap up in your trip. Welcome to WhatcomTraveling to Bellingham* BLI - Mostly non-stop flights to Las Vegas, Denver, Seattle, Phoenix, Los Angeles and the San Juan Islands. * Amtrak (King Station to Fairhaven)* Seattle Lightrail construction expanding north, south, east. * Airporter - Bellair Shuttles * Flixbus - Economical tickets from Bellingham to Seattle, eco-friendly, too!From Bellingham* Mount Baker Wilderness* Semi-ah-moo - A casual northwest seaside resort* Seaside BBQ & Live Music summer schedule* Theater on the Terrace - free family-friendly performances from Shakespeare NW - Saturday June 10 only* Vancouver/Surrey/ Lower Mainland* SquamishUniquely Whatcom* Taylor Shellfish Farms - Chuckanut * Larrabee State Park* Chuckanut Drive* Whatcom Falls/ Lake Whatcom * Mountain Bike mecca - Whatcom Mountain Bike Club* Northwest Corner Goods - Bellingham Flag and other souvenirs, on Cornwall StreetHoteling vs AirBnB’ing Quality AssuranceAJ - Spring Made Straps Chris - Live music, dance, and theater performances year ‘roundWWU Music EventsWWU Dance EventsWWU Theater EventsMake sure you are parked in the right area! And have the free Parkmobile App on your Apple or Android phone. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bellinghampodcast.substack.com
Chris and AJ are back from travel and have more coming up. Be sure to check the show notes, or consider becoming a free subscriber, on Substack for link and photos. Observations traveling post-pandemic:* An economy ticket is just that … don’t expect to keep your overhead bag* “Juice- Jacking”- Powerstations and security concerns- bring your own plug* Real ID* “On May 7, 2025, U.S. travelers must be REAL ID compliant to board domestic flights and access certain federal facilities.”* Wa DOT* “Will DOL still offer standard driver's licenses and ID cards?Yes, we'll continue to offer standard driver licenses and ID cards that can be used by Washington residents to drive, or serve as identification. They don't indicate a person's residency, or legal status. However, beginning May 7, 2025, they will no longer be accepted as valid forms for ID for boarding domestic flights.”How do we travel?AJ* Gear * Cottopaxi Alpa 42* Tenba Tools Wrap* Retroid Pocket* SoundCore Q20+* AirTags* Manta Sleep Mask* iHome multiport USB-C folding charger Chris* Gear* GoRuck GR1 21L backpack* Economical noise-cancelling earbuds* Printed QR code for boarding pass* $60 in cash, mainly in fives for tipping shuttle drivers and other misc expenses* Hidden Device detector* Anker 735 Charger* Bose Soundlink Micro - approx $65 on EbayTuro | alternative “car rental” https://turo.com/Helena MontanaSt. Helena Cathedral Thank you for reading The Bellingham Podcast . This post is public so feel free to share it. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bellinghampodcast.substack.com
Coming soon, AJ and Chris give their observations of post-pandemic travel from Bellingham. Stay tuned to the feed or to KMRE 102.3fm or KMRE.org This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bellinghampodcast.substack.com
Shipwreck - Seattle TimesChris’ Analog Book Report - Three takeaways“…the objective of automation is clear - it is to relieve body and mind of the burden of labor.”Robert Hassan, Analog (The MIT Press Essential Knowledge series) book“For those companies that went remote in the pandemic, the debts accrued by their surrender to digital continue to mount: a debt of talent and creativity, of ideas, culture, and the interpersonal ties that make a companymuch more than the work it does.”David Sax, The Future is Analog book“The analog businesses succeeding today, despite digital competition, are those that have been able to really create and emphasize credibility.”Arrigo Berni, The Revenge of Analog bookAnalog Tools - Fix, Make, Create, ExplorePrimerEarnest Elmo Calkins - OG homie behind planned obsolescence or consumer engineering thorugh consumerism and advertising circa 20sMaker* Sewing machine- Got a hole, need a patch?* Cricut machine* Drummel “rotary” tool Household stuff/toys* Chris’ ubiquitous screwdriver set - Boxer Tool 30-piece precision setAround Bellingham* Shoe Stop - Bellis Fair* Doucet Guitar Works - State Street* Hardware Sales - Bellingham TechiFixIT- mobile devicesWatchmaking* Time Concepts - King Street by Lakeway Fred Meyer* Roldorf & Co - VancouverQuality AssuranceAJ - Hodinkee | Watches in the Wild Chris - Two alternative sites* LibRedirect - Alternative websites for big tech companies* FarSide.link - Up-to-date alternative websites for big tech companies, but self-hosted by folks around the world This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bellinghampodcast.substack.com
This marks 7 years of the Bellingham Podcast 🍻- thank you each and everyone of you who have followed, listened, and supported AJ and Chris and the Bellingham Podcast. Analog Notes - More than just Pen and PaperZettelkasten method - Created by Niklas Luhmann, a personal tool for writing and thinking that creates connections to thoughts and produces insightsPaper Dreams - AJ & Chris’ primary source in Bellingham for journals, notepads, and other paper to get your thoughts downJetpens.com - An extensive site for writing tools and materialsVaultz - Storage container for index cards, in Chris’ case 4x6 index cardsLamy Safari Rollerball Pen - It’s 2023. You deserve more than a standard Bic pen with a chewed cap. Plus, when you spend $20 on a writing tool, your mind shifts to serious mode when you begin writing. #AnalogMindsetTime Blocking by Cal Newport - Dedicated time to triage scribbles and accumulated thoughts during the day or weekLuchttrum 1917- Outline notebook- water resistant paperSkilcraft B3 aviator pen - the perfect compact trifecta of pencil, black and red penAnalog note-taking inspirationRyan Holiday - Popular author of Stoic-related books, accomplished note takerMaria Popova from Brainpickings.com - An outstanding method to capture ideas from reading books to quickly distill and recall laterQuality AssuranceAJ 🤿Nitrogen narcosis - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nitrogen_narcosis Clarkson’s Farm- or “Jeremey’s love-letter to British Farming” available on Prime streamingChris - Max Richter’s Sleep: Tranquility Base - A 30-minute EP of slow soundscapes to augment your focused analog life. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bellinghampodcast.substack.com
Chris | The Cribbage Master, Double Solitaire ExtraordinaireAJ | The Geek and Gamer DadPlaces to go in the PNW for games/gaming (West, North, East) * Seattle/Bellevue | Mox Boardinghouse https://www.moxboardinghouse.com/* Spokane | Dragon Parlor Games - https://dragon-parlor-games-llc-624662.shoplightspeed.com/* Bellingham | Aegis Games (formerly Dark Tower) - https://aegislgs.com/ * Fairhaven | Cardhaven - “…place to buy cards, play games, and enjoy a full bar.” - https://www.cardhavengames.com/History of gaming (from the educator’s perspective) * Teaching rules, math, strategy, patience, focus, attention* History* The “rise” in popularity of “tabletop game” genera https://stonemaiergames.com/top-10-reasons-for-the-rise-in-popularity-of-tabletop-games/ * How old is old games? https://www.oldest.org/entertainment/board-games/ * Oldest still-played game | MancalaDeclutter your closet with games you DON’T play, and those childhood ones (Candyland isn’t as cool as you remember). #MinimalismClassic Games* Backgammon (about 3000bce)* PNW made edition https://orcasislandleather.com/collections/featured-leather-kits/products/travel-backgammon-board * Cribbage (around 1600s) * History https://www.britannica.com/topic/cribbage * PNW made edition The Wood Merchant in La Connor https://www.woodmerchant.com/product_search_results.cfm* Local cribbage scene?* Menace Brewing - Learn Cribbage and Wednesday Cribbage nights https://www.bellingham.org/eventdetail/25228/cribbage-learning-night-at-menace * Shout-out to Whatcom Dispute Resolution Center’s formerly-annual “Compete for a Cause” Cribbage Tournament, last held in 2019 at Boundary Bay Brewery.Card Games* Deep Sea Adventure - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/169654/deep-sea-adventure* Here To Slay - https://www.unstablegames.com/collections/here-to-slay * Poetry for Neanderthals - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/312786/poetry-neanderthalsTabletop Games* Sea of Clouds - http://seaofclouds.iello.fr/en/ * Diamant (Incan Gold here in the USA) - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/15512/incan-gold Co-op* Forbidden Island - https://gamewright.com/product/Forbidden-IslandQuality AssuranceGamemaster- The Perfect Bid documentary - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt6854248/?ref_=fn_al_tt_1 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bellinghampodcast.substack.com
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