S1E107 - Tile, Explained
In this episode about Tile, Jeff and Mike talk about losing credit cards, Bluetooth’s connection to a Nordic King, and Amazon’s just walk out technology. Episode 107: Tile, Explained [00:45] The weird things Jeff & Mike lost, and why it sucks to lose a credit card [1:05] What is tile? And how do you not lose things ever again, even that pesky remote in your couch [3:30] QR codes with the COVID come back and Alaska Railroad checking luggage [5:00] Quick tangent on Bluetooth and how Bluetooth got it’s name from a long lost Nordic king [6:30] What is Tile’s business model (hint: it’s widgets!)? Who do they partner with (hint: Big companies like HP!) [10:40] The history of Tile, IPA or IPX?, and the Life 360 acquisition [13:40] Casey Neistat and the stolen car - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l30V426-_S4 [15:00] Who is Tile for? And the book “Trillions” [17:00] What is Maytag trying to charge me a subscription? [21:00] Amazon Go - Just Walk out technology (it feels like you’re stealing!?) [24:00] Tile’s competition and Mike & Jeff scores: 3.7 out of 5 for both
5 Joulu 202228min
Gumroad, Explained
In this episode about Gumroad, Jeff and Mike talk about learning ukulele, the growing creator economy, and reflections from a start-up founder. [00:45] What is Gumroad and how does it work? Gumroad "makes it easy to earn your first dollar online by selling digital products, memberships and more" [2:16] Ukulele courses and Fix This Build That [5:33] Is Gumroad a potential acquisition target or feature copy for the Chief Twit, Elon Musk, at Twitter? [6:50] How Gumroad makes money with simple fees to creators [10:30] History of Gumroad [14:02] Who is Gumroad for? [15:34] Jess Encamp, Parks & Rec, and Jonny Karate [17:00] Gumroad’s competitors [18:00] Mike and Jeff Scores, 4.05 and 4.1 out of 5, respectively and @shl’s “Reflecting on my failure to build a billion dollar company
28 Marras 202222min
Nuro, Explained
In this episode about Nuro, Jeff and Mike talk about robots, last mile delivery, and pedestrian airbags at 45mph. [0:20] Terminator and American robots [0:42] What is Nuro? Toaster-on-wheels? [2:19] Dominoes Pizza Delivery; Coke vs. Pepsi; blind taste tests; and Jeff’s Atlanta cred on the line [3:57] Trolley Car Problem, Nuro’s external pedestrian airbag, and 45 MPH robot [6:40] Nuro’s specifications, powering with renewable energy, and 100 miles of range [9:06] A geography test for Jeff, last mile delivery, and the United States Postal Service (USPS) [12:30] What is Nuro’s Business Model? [13:15] Nuro’s fleet includes Toyota Priuses and Nuro’s partnerships with Dominoes and Kroger’s [15:30] Nuro’s History, valuation, and venture financing [17:01] Who is Nuro for? How are they positioning themselves? [19:30] Mike grumpily puts on his pants instead of ordering Uber Eats [21:03] Nuro: “on-demand autonomous vehicle delivery is potentially 3 million new jobs” and their California training partnership [23:32] Who are Nuro’s competitors? [24:30] Our thoughts: Jeff and Mike Score: 4.4/5 [28:33] Bonus Mike thought on Blizzard’s StarCraft [2:37 PM] Nuro description
21 Marras 202229min
Plex, Explained
In this episode about Plex, Jeff and Mike talk about archiving family photos, today's streaming hell, and at-home 'cloud' computing. [1:01] - 600lb life and trashy TV [1:22] - What is Plex? [2:41] - What is a NAS (Network Attached Server)? [3:52] - Looking at your (wedding) photos virtually. [4:45] - ScmhOffice, Season 1, Episode 2? Plex + Artwork [5:33] - What is Plex’s Business Model? [6:28] - History of Plex [10:46] - Who is Plex for? [11:31] - Today’s streaming Hell and state-by-state legality of ripping your DVDs + PublicDomainmovies.net [12:55] - Who are the competitors? [14:30] - Our thoughts and ratings. Mike: 4.8/5; Jeff 4.3/5
14 Marras 202217min
Telegram, Explained
In this episode about Telegram, Jeff and Mike talk about Russian social media, a group of nomad engineers, and secure messaging apps.
7 Marras 202226min
Husqvarna, Explained
In this episode about Husqvarna, Jeff and Mike talk about haircuts, GPS, and lawnmower soundtracks.
31 Loka 202233min
Udemy, Explained
In this episode about Udemy, Jeff and Mike talk about passive income, edutainment, and the academy of you.
24 Loka 202233min
Classpass, Explained
In this episode about Classpass, Jeff and Mike talk about pilates, Costco's handshake deal with 24 hour fitness, and building a fitness plan for you.
17 Loka 202230min
