February 17, 2025 • 49 mins
From the gold iPod Mini to the Rabbit R1, David Pierce and Jason Howell explore the tactile qualities of tech, the resurgence of physical media, and the challenges of staying organized in a digital world.
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CHAPTERS:
0:00 - Podcast begins
1:36 - Introducing David Pierce!
2:20 - The Evolution of Computers from destinations to being ubiquitous
7:00 - David's early interest in technology
8:53 - The gold iPod mini experience
15:22 - The Resurgence of Tactile Technology
18:21 - Tangible vs. Digital Music
26:16 - Technology and Organization
35:51 - AI Impact on Education
39:48 - Current Tech in Reach (Rabbit R1, Humane AI Pin)
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