253: Paper Airplane Boy
Summary
Hosts Mike and Aaron discuss the September episode of Analog, focusing on the annual Saint Jude Children's Research Hospital fundraising campaign and highlighting the hospital's new use of 3D printing for customized pediatric medications. They also announce the upcoming 2026 Podcastathon on October 2nd and promote the launch of their new history podcast, Design in California, which features a series on the development of macOS. The episode concludes with personal updates, including the hosts' daughter starting nursery school and a lighthearted discussion about the changing landscape of Appl…
Topics discussed
September intro and Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
Saint Jude's cure rates and 3D printed medication
Relay for Life fundraising milestone and donation info
Saint Jude visitor stories and upcoming podcast return
Podcast production updates and personal anecdotes
Fitbod sponsor segment on balanced workouts
Launch of 'Designed in California' podcast series
Apple history myths and production quality pride
Future series plans and recording workflow changes
Salient sponsor segment on eSIM travel convenience
Starting nursery for toddler Sophia and family dynamics
Declan's transition to middle school
Incogni sponsor segment on data privacy
John Turner becomes Apple CEO and leadership analysis
Upcoming iPhone event and foldable device speculation
ConvertKit sponsor segment on email campaigns
Movie and TV recommendations including Dark Matter and Lanterns
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