

The Important Thing
Michael Lopp
The Important Thing with Michael ("Rands") Lopp and Lyle Troxell. Let's spend a few minutes of your life listening and learning about an Important Thing.
Episodes
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Apr 16, 2023 • 17min
The One About Mastodon Follow-ups
In our 71st episode, we talk about robots again, and then we follow with a Mastodon chaser.

Apr 9, 2023 • 19min
The One About Mediation
The podcast explores the difference between mediation and meditation. It also discusses public speaking and the thrill it brings, as well as the importance of self-editing. The concept of the Kobayashi Maru test and preventing bad situations is explored. Additionally, the power of storytelling and engagement in presentations is discussed, along with the challenges of engaging contemporary students. The importance of situational awareness and communication is highlighted, including the role of leadership in managing people.

Apr 8, 2023 • 18min
The One About Zombies
In our 69th episode, the topic is zombies in the context of The Last of Us and the entire zombie genre. BraaAAaaaaaaaaiAAains. Only 30 episodes left people.

Apr 7, 2023 • 28min
The One About Horror Movies
In our 68th episode, Lopp and Lyle discuss Lyle’s performance in a horror movie as well as the role of the producer in different industries.

Mar 29, 2023 • 25min
The One About Performance Reviews
In our 67th episode, the topic is Performance Reviews and how you build yourself by building others. Oh yeah, we talked about ChatGPT, too.

Mar 28, 2023 • 33min
The One About Mastodon
In our 66th episode, the topic is Mastodon and how quickly and efficiently it has replaced our Twitter use cases.

Mar 27, 2023 • 20min
The One About Bags
In our 65th episode, the topic is bags and how much optionality you require of your bag.

Mar 26, 2023 • 25min
The One About the Downturn
In our 64th episode, we discuss proactive things you can do when the sky is falling. Also, we drink wine.

Dec 26, 2022 • 9min
The One About Vigilantism
Our 63rd episode isn't really about vigilantism but more about holding grudges.

Oct 23, 2022 • 12min
The One About Plane Crashes, Privacy, and Police Videos
Our 62nd episode is a little all over the place, but it works.