Stationery Adjacent Episode 202 - Life before the Internet?
Sep 10, 2025
The hosts reflect on life before the internet and share quirky personal stories from their recent trip to Cyprus. They delve into the complexities of home insurance and the challenges of DIY projects, especially vehicle repairs. A humorous take on mishaps with super glue leads to discussions about their favorite writing tools. They also recount whimsical journeys from pens to cowboy boots and the nostalgia of navigating Paris without digital aids, contrasting past experiences with modern tech's impact on relationships.
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Document Your Home For Insurance
- Keep receipts and maintain an annual inventory of each room to simplify insurance claims.
- Write a short README process so you remember how to update the inventory next year.
Underinsurance Cuts Payouts Automatically
- Underinsuring triggers 'averaging' where insurers proportionally reduce payout on claims.
- That hidden math can leave you far short of replacement cost after a loss.
Living Through Nearby Wildfires
- Justin described ash and smoke falling like snow after nearby wildfires and helicopters responding.
- He credited wildfire crews for strong response and warned how fire risk shapes life in his area.