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Roderick on the Line

Roderick on the Line

534 Episodes • By John Roderick & Merlin Mann • www.merlinmann.com/roderick/...
Merlin Mann's frank & candid weekly phone call with John Roderick of The Long Winters
Society & Culture Philosophy
Roderick on the Line
Roderick on the Line
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Ep. 531: "A Perfect Bead"
The Problem: John was in his Easter pinks. (Recorded... more
Apr 1 2024 1h 14m
The Impact of Location on Living
Chapter 1 11 mins
Conversation About Home and Location
Chapter 2 12 mins
Homeownership, Wealth, and Moving Abroad
Chapter 3 6 mins
Mid-Century Modern Architecture Appreciation
Chapter 4 8 mins
Real Estate and Nostalgia
Chapter 5 12 mins
Crypto, Caulk, and Cosmic Adventure
Chapter 6 4 mins
Bathroom Caulk Disaster Frustration
Chapter 7 10 mins
Impact of Interest Rates on Economy
Chapter 8 5 mins
Discussion on Asian Representation in TV
Chapter 9 1 min
Unfinished Things and Hot Dog Art
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Ep. 530: "Something Else"
The Problem: John wiggled his butt. (Recorded on Mon... more
Mar 26 2024 1h 9m
Kitchen Appliance Rant
Chapter 1 10 mins
Coffee Spills and Unfiltered Thoughts
Chapter 2 9 mins
The Legacy of Grandma's Runner
Chapter 3 8 mins
Managing Consumption and Financial Awareness
Chapter 4 6 mins
Household Items and Family Traditions
Chapter 5 10 mins
Guitar Effects Pedal Collection Discussion
Chapter 6 10 mins
Navigating 3D Printing and Musical Equipment
Chapter 7 10 mins
Letting Go of Sentimental Items
Chapter 8 2 mins
Secondhand Fashion and Sustainable Style
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Ep. 529: "Not Everything is Everything"
The Problem: We’re not at the time of yarn yet. (Rec... more
Mar 18 2024 1h 22m
Seven Songs by Underrated Artists
Chapter 1 11 mins
Making Bagels and Leaf Blowers
Chapter 2 9 mins
Rock and Roll Math With Friends
Chapter 3 8 mins
Exploring the Power of Chords
Chapter 4 5 mins
Introducing Music
Chapter 5 4 mins
Music, Memories, and Stolen Desks
Chapter 6 9 mins
Nostalgic Music Discussions and Memorabilia
Chapter 7 6 mins
Neil Young's Influence on Indie Rock
Chapter 8 7 mins
Navigating Conversations Across Various Topics
Chapter 9 7 mins
Exploring Music and Personal Connections
Chapter 10 7 mins
Music Theory and Guitar Chords
Chapter 11 4 mins
Discussion on Knowledge and Expertise
Chapter 12 43 sec
Alcohol
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Ep. 528: "The Biggest Indoor Building in the World"
The Problem: John forgot his phone. (Recorded on Mon... more
Mar 11 2024 1h 6m
Apple's Limited Storage Annoys Consumers
Chapter 1 10 mins
Phones and Modernity Challenge Communication
Chapter 2 7 mins
The Importance of Handovers in Communication
Chapter 3 5 mins
Tech Frustration and Customer Service
Chapter 4 8 mins
Apple Pop-Up and Introverted Extroverts
Chapter 5 2 mins
Managing Bills and Technology Frustrations
Chapter 6 4 mins
Understanding and Managing Data Storage
Chapter 7 11 mins
Technical Computer Troubleshooting Conversation
Chapter 8 12 mins
Digital Meeting With German Demons
Chapter 9 1 min
Discussion on Computer Files and Support
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Ep. 527: "The Calm Cousins"
The Problem: Don’t fuck with a thing that you see. (... more
Feb 26 2024 1h 10m
Phone Storage Woes
Chapter 1 13 mins
Disneyland Live Music Reflection
Chapter 2 3 mins
Discussion on British Films and Literature
Chapter 3 6 mins
The Challenge of Translating Russian Literature
Chapter 4 8 mins
The Art of Reading Without Interruption
Chapter 5 13 mins
Seal Encounter in the Ocean
Chapter 6 13 mins
Phone Addiction Realization in Hawaii
Chapter 7 10 mins
Memory Lane
Chapter 8 1 min
Backyard Pilot Skype Conversation
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Ep. 526: "Some Nice of These"
The Problem: The folding table is its own problem. (... more
Feb 19 2024 1h 7m
Life-Changing Adjustable Desk Conversation
Chapter 1 9 mins
Stand-Up Desk and Apple Computers
Chapter 2 12 mins
Technology Desk Organization Dilemma
Chapter 3 13 mins
Beauty Products, Gender, and Conversations
Chapter 4 9 mins
Challenges of Old Technology Integration
Chapter 5 12 mins
Navigating Customer Service Call Center Frustrations
Chapter 6 8 mins
Vision for Computer Redesign and Memorabilia
Chapter 7 1 min
Finding an Al Neary
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Ep. 525: "The Penury of the Scots"
The Problem: John painted the floor blue. (Recorded ... more
Feb 13 2024 1h 15m
Krasinski and LA Business at Wedding
Chapter 1 7 mins
Mix Issue and Uvula Swelling
Chapter 2 12 mins
Fatal Car Crashes and Thermostat Mishaps
Chapter 3 11 mins
Spies, Burglars, and Hollywood Stories
Chapter 4 9 mins
Hollywood Actors and Personal Relationships Discussion
Chapter 5 6 mins
Unexpected Relationship Initiation
Chapter 6 10 mins
Awkward Reunion and Unexpected Airbnb
Chapter 7 9 mins
Meeting Famous People and Hollywood Stories
Chapter 8 6 mins
Reflections on Funeral and Friendship
Chapter 9 1 min
Social Connections and Funeral Attendees
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Ep. 524: "Dinner's at Five"
The Problem: John’s mom is the dark part of the sung... more
Feb 6 2024 1h 15m
Discovering Shorthand Memories and Anecdotes
Chapter 1 13 mins
Discussion on Sunglasses and Microphone Handling
Chapter 2 8 mins
The Challenge of Maintaining Post-Breakup Friendships
Chapter 3 6 mins
Boring Shows and Spy Thrillers
Chapter 4 10 mins
Spy Novels and TV Show Discussion
Chapter 5 4 mins
Fantasies and Literary Preferences
Chapter 6 9 mins
Y2K Crisis and Kennedy Campaign
Chapter 7 4 mins
Understanding Dynamics in a Relationship
Chapter 8 5 mins
Discussing Parents' Relationship and Dinner Time
Chapter 9 10 mins
Gender's Impact on Programming and Finances
Chapter 10 2 mins
The Impact of Depression-Era Trauma
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Ep. 523: "A Grocer You Haven't Met Yet"
The Problem: These British musicians don’t res... more
Jan 22 2024 1h 8m
Chinzano Poster and Lab Table Acquisition
Chapter 1 10 mins
Music Preferences and Family History
Chapter 2 6 mins
LEGO Trains and Model Railroads
Chapter 3 13 mins
Discussing Model Train Scales and Memories
Chapter 4 4 mins
Thomas Train and Lego Enthusiasm
Chapter 5 12 mins
Lego Trains and Dollhouses
Chapter 6 6 mins
Antiques and Collections
Chapter 7 11 mins
Value of Collectibles and Personal Attachments
Chapter 8 2 mins
Rare Historical Globe Discovery
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Ep. 522: "Cafeteria Californian"
The Problem: John is always seeing the light across ... more
Jan 15 2024 1h 11m
Famous Autistic Savant - Kim Peak
Chapter 1 8 mins
Rambling Conversation About Holidays
Chapter 2 8 mins
Wikipedia Editing and Personal Experiences
Chapter 3 8 mins
Family History and Personal Connections Discussion
Chapter 4 5 mins
Small Talk in Seattle
Chapter 5 11 mins
Communicating and Reflecting on Past Memories
Chapter 6 3 mins
Memory and Cognitive Decline
Chapter 7 10 mins
Inventing Words and Playing With Language
Chapter 8 11 mins
Discussion on Extraordinary Autobiographical Memory
Chapter 9 2 mins
Voices, ASMR, and Sleep Apps
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Ep. 521: "Keep the Nickel"
The Problem: John gets a million pitches from people... more
Jan 8 2024 1h 25m
Searching in the Wrong Place
Chapter 1 3 mins
Japanese Pear Apples and Eating Habits
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Ep. 520: "Seven Minutes in Mexico"
The Problem: Don’t you have a wife? (Recorded on Mon... more
Jan 1 2024 1h 16m
Explaining Integrity and Lack of Context
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Ep. 519: "Even Doves Have Pride"
The Problem: John took the class wrong. (Recorded on... more
Dec 18 2023 1h 13m
Appreciating Emotional Impact in Films
Chapter 1 9 mins
Progression and Regression
Chapter 2 14 mins
Progression and Regression in Personal Growth
Chapter 3 3 mins
Exploring Productivity, Revenge, and Spreadsheets
Chapter 4 5 mins
Comparing Heights and Discussing Movies
Chapter 5 7 mins
Exploring Film, Irony, and Emotional Impact
Chapter 6 4 mins
Vulnerability, Comedy, and Memories With Children
Chapter 7 8 mins
Reflections on Childhood and Parenting
Chapter 8 14 mins
Childhood Failures and Emotional Impact
Chapter 9 4 mins
Teenage Emotions and Real Friends
Chapter 10 1 min
Discussing Helping Others With Vague Suggestions
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Ep. 518: "Aspics of Me"
The Problem: John doesn’t have the ability to call k... more
Dec 11 2023 1h 11m
Wishing for Superpowers and Religious Beliefs
Chapter 1 4 mins
Finding Common Understanding of Personal Quirks
Chapter 2 7 mins
Finding Serenity
Chapter 3 9 mins
Reflections on Haircuts and Male Companionship
Chapter 4 5 mins
Going Along With the Flow
Chapter 5 9 mins
Reflections on Revenge and Sky King
Chapter 6 6 mins
Discussing Revenge and Aging
Chapter 7 9 mins
Exploring Intergenerational Connections Through Dance
Chapter 8 4 mins
Aging and Christmas Market Perception
Chapter 9 10 mins
Explore Comfort, Buy Local Artisans' Goods
Chapter 10 3 mins
Value and Use of Silver Coins
Chapter 11 48 sec
Liberal Communication With Bumper Sticker
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Ep. 517: "Sundown Acres"
The Problem: Oh, no. Not one of these Daddy roads. (... more
Nov 20 2023 50m
Realizing Parental Relationship Timeline
Chapter 1 6 mins
Retirement Communities and Living in Relaxation
Chapter 2 9 mins
Hot Tub Sex and Retirement Planning
Chapter 3 7 mins
Rambling and Random Conversation
Chapter 4 10 mins
Memory Recall and Nostalgia Talk
Chapter 5 5 mins
Road Trip Memories and Misunderstandings
Chapter 6 9 mins
Exploring California's Wine Industry
Chapter 7 1 min
Driving Through Southern California's Rolling Hills
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Ep. 516: "Gambling Pocket"
The Problem: John is at peak “Fuck You.”... more
Nov 7 2023 1h 5m
Dreaming of Winning in Lotteries
Chapter 1 8 mins
Discussion on Various Topics
Chapter 2 12 mins
Time's Impact on Baseball Games
Chapter 3 6 mins
Gambling and Sibling Dynamics
Chapter 4 12 mins
Lotteries, Pyramids, and Burning Man
Chapter 5 7 mins
Long Winters Benefit Concert Planning
Chapter 6 12 mins
Long Winters Reunion and Band Dynamics
Chapter 7 3 mins
Theseus, Winters, and Bands
Chapter 8 1 min
Side Hustle and Opening Band Discussion
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Ep. 515: "Existential Plasticity"
The Problem: There should be a button that just solv... more
Oct 23 2023 55m
Leather Outfits and Heat Exhaustion Musings
Chapter 1 10 mins
Technical Issues and Small Talk
Chapter 2 3 mins
Humor, Rowing, and Bad Headlines
Chapter 3 4 mins
QR Crabs and Port of Crawl
Chapter 4 7 mins
Masculine Fashion and Body Image Introduction
Chapter 5 6 mins
Pants, Penises, and Personal Obsessions
Chapter 6 13 mins
A Conversation About Pants and Style
Chapter 7 7 mins
Homebrew Hat Finds New Host
Chapter 8 2 mins
Fashion Tips and Embarrassing Moments
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Ep. 514: "Q.R. Crabs"
The Problem: That ride costs extra. (Recorded on Mo... more
Oct 17 2023 1h 6m
Disney World and Main Street USA
Chapter 1 4 mins
Explore Towns, Plan Day Trip
Chapter 2 4 mins
Tourist Guide Business for West Coast
Chapter 3 7 mins
Cream Cheese, Entrepreneurs, and Small Business
Chapter 4 7 mins
Star Wars Land and Interactive Encounters
Chapter 5 8 mins
Money, Investments, and Interest Rates
Chapter 6 8 mins
Reflections on Aging and Family Dynamics
Chapter 7 3 mins
Hospital Bed in Living Room
Chapter 8 10 mins
Discussion About Disney World Experiences
Chapter 9 3 mins
Reflections on Youth and Fatherhood
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Ep. 513: "Mayor Jabberwocky"
The Problem: Thought is the death of sin. (Record... more
Oct 10 2023 1h 9m
Living Without Air Conditioning in Florida
Chapter 1 5 mins
COVID, Reckoning, and Connections
Chapter 2 12 mins
Discussion on Thailand, Morocco, and Health
Chapter 3 9 mins
Stress, Cold Sores, and Recycling Discussion
Chapter 4 8 mins
Repurposing Abandoned Properties
Chapter 5 1 min
Sin City
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Ep. 512: "American Horoscope"
The Problem: John is all out of knee. (Recorded o... more
Sep 18 2023 1h 9m
Existential Reflections on Self-Perception
Chapter 1 9 mins
Dreams and Early Morning Musings
Chapter 2 13 mins
Introducing Rolling Stones to Younger Generation
Chapter 3 6 mins
Generational Identity and Changing Times
Chapter 4 7 mins
Misconceptions and Implications of Mental Health
Chapter 5 13 mins
Exploring the Impact of Disorders
Chapter 6 9 mins
Music Industry Gossip and Comparisons
Chapter 7 5 mins
Reflections on Gossip and Dreams
Chapter 8 2 mins
The Mystery of the Rhinoceros Statues
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Ep. 511: "A Horse of a Different Cat"
The Problem: None of the hats fit John. (Recorded o... more
Sep 11 2023 52m
Black Sabbath and Albertsons Conversation
Chapter 1 7 mins
Podcasters Reflect on Early Years
Chapter 2 11 mins
Sleep Hygiene and Podcasts
Chapter 3 42 sec
Podcasts as a Punchline
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Ep. 510: "Dr. Pole"
The Problem: Pimples are an opportunity. John ... more
Aug 29 2023 1h 7m
Racist "We" Joke in Conversation
Chapter 1 8 mins
Audio Adjustments and Wide Ranging Topics
Chapter 2 3 mins
Household Aesthetics and Personal Collections Discussion
Chapter 3 11 mins
Chemistry Student Shoots Chemicals, Disturbs Neighbors
Chapter 4 3 mins
Doctor Poll and Pimple Popping Discussion
Chapter 5 12 mins
Cars and Memories
Chapter 6 11 mins
Impersonations and Self-Reflection on Appearance
Chapter 7 4 mins
Nostalgic Discussion of Movies and Actors
Chapter 8 11 mins
Reflecting on Documentation's Impact on Past
Chapter 9 36 sec
Cover Art and Music Collection
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Ep. 509: "A Dirty Rectangle on the Wall"
The Problem: Merlin fell on his keys. (Recorded on M... more
Aug 21 2023 1h 20m
Project Tone and Personal Experiences Discussion
Chapter 1 6 mins
Twitter Account Suspension and Violent Threats
Chapter 2 13 mins
Twitter Suspension and Appeals Process
Chapter 3 12 mins
Discussion on Tone and Closing Statements
Chapter 4 8 mins
Social Media and Pop Culture Discussions
Chapter 5 9 mins
Pool Hall Memories and Lost Cool
Chapter 6 5 mins
The Pressure of Perfection
Chapter 7 12 mins
Twitter Account Suspension and Violation Appeal
Chapter 8 10 mins
Musical Experimentation and Unexpected Reactions
Chapter 9 1 min
Music, Babies, and Tunnels
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Ep. 508: "A Collerary of Bastiks"
The Problem: John came up in airplanes. (Recorded... more
Aug 8 2023 58m
Rosemary's Baby and New York City's Impact
Chapter 1 11 mins
Ding Dongs, Dingalings, and Turkeys
Chapter 2 12 mins
The Golden Age of PG Movies
Chapter 3 4 mins
NYC Boundaries and Expectations
Chapter 4 6 mins
Exploring City Transportation Options and Vitality
Chapter 5 10 mins
Transition to Information Economy
Chapter 6 10 mins
AI's Impact on Culture and Work
Chapter 7 2 mins
The Decline of Smart Consumption
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Ep. 507: "Haunted House of a Mind"
The Problem: They don’t have their Coca-Cola licens... more
Jul 31 2023 1h 9m
Features and Frustrations of Apple Arcade
Chapter 1 5 mins
Solitaire and Graham Parker's Album
Chapter 2 12 mins
Discussion on Games, Nostalgia, and Technology
Chapter 3 13 mins
Nostalgia for Video Game Culture
Chapter 4 9 mins
College Students and Video Games
Chapter 5 6 mins
Video Games and Nostalgia
Chapter 6 13 mins
The Influence of Media on Consumption
Chapter 7 5 mins
Hitchhiking, Video Games, and Personal Perception
Chapter 8 1 min
Imaginary Worlds' Impact on Gaming
Chapter 9 5 mins
Solitaire and Graham Parker's Influence
Chapter 10 12 mins
Discussions on Gaming and Solitaire
Chapter 11 13 mins
Nostalgia for Video Game Culture
Chapter 12 9 mins
Band Performance and Video Games
Chapter 13 6 mins
Open Sky Initiative and Video Games
Chapter 14 13 mins
Media Consumption and Personal Preferences
Chapter 15 5 mins
Video Game Culture Perceptions and Rifts
Chapter 16 1 min
Virtual Gaming and Its Implications
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