

Do By Friday
Merlin Mann and Alex Cox
A weekly challenge show hosted by Alex Cox and Merlin Mann.
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Aug 23, 2018 • 1h 36min
Pig Weed
This week’s challenge: give some advice.
You can hear the after show and support Do By Friday on Patreon!
Show Notes
Skin allergy test - Wikipedia
Off-by-one error - Wikipedia
Empty nose syndrome - Wikipedia
Amazon.com: beyerdynamic DT 770 PRO 80 Ohm Studio Headphone: Musical Instruments
Allergy Scratch Test - Google Photos
Brian Regan - Emergency Room HD - YouTube
The 30 most astounding moments in Rep. Duncan Hunter’s 47-page indictment - CNNPolitics
How Is Babby Formed? | Know Your Meme
Amazon.com: Fantastic Four, Vol. 1 (Marvel Masterworks) (0000785137106): Stan Lee, Jack Kirby: Books
Amazon.com: Fantastic Four Epic Collection: The Coming of Galactus (Epic Collection: Fantastic Four) (9781302913311): Stan Lee, Jack Kirby: Books
Fantastic Four by Jonathan Hickman: The Complete Collection Vol. 1: Jonathan Hickman, Sean Chen, Adi Granov, Dale Eaglesham, Neil Edwards: 9781302913366: Amazon.com: Books
Amazon.com: Panasonic NN-SD681S Countertop/Built-in Microwave with Inverter Technology, 1.2 Cu. Ft, 1200W Stainless: Countertop Microwave Ovens: Kitchen & Dining
Tattoo Artists Are Covering Up Racist Ink for Free - VICE
Momentary Ink - Realistic, Custom Temporary Tattoos
Christopher Robin (film) - Wikipedia
Getting Things Done: The Art of Stress-Free Productivity: David Allen, James Fallows: 0884154584063: Amazon.com: Books
Jamison Bachman, the Worst Roommate Ever

Aug 17, 2018 • 1h 32min
Catholic Brain
This week's challenge: read "I Can Tolerate Anything Except the Outgroup."
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Show Notes
I Can Tolerate Anything Except The Outgroup | Slate Star Codex
Forget ‘Good Times,’ David Sedaris Is Far More Interested In ‘Bad Behavior’ : NPR
MBMBaM on Twitter: “Episode 418 of #MBMBaM is here, and gang, we kick things off with a vasectomy-based conversation. It’s a real wild ride. https://t.co/EoOr2BeqOI… https://t.co/FGhLKZRcRW”
Fountains of Wayne - Stacy’s Mom - YouTube
Why The Dean Scream Sounded So Different On TV | FiveThirtyEight
The Handmaid’s Tale (TV series) - Wikipedia
Amazon.com: No Mistakes: A Perfect Workbook for Imperfect Artists (9780143131786): Keiko Agena: Books
Alford plea - Wikipedia
Amazon.com: The Information Diet: A Case for Conscious Comsumption (9781491933398): Clay A. Johnson: Books
barkTHINS | snacking chocolate
Honey Bucket Shop

Aug 9, 2018 • 1h 16min
Wine of Lies
This week's challenge: consume the news.
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Show Notes
Twitter won’t ban Alex Jones: Jack Dorsey’s statement is a wake-up call - Vox
jack on Twitter: “Accounts like Jones’ can often sensationalize issues and spread unsubstantiated rumors, so it’s critical journalists document, validate, and refute such information directly so people can form their own opinions. This is what serves the public conversation best."
In The Wake Of Charlottesville, Journalist Begins ‘Documenting Hate’ In America : NPR
Nuzzel - News Intelligence
Inside The Culture Of Sexism At Riot Games
Inoreader - The content reader for power users who want to save time.
Federico Viticci on Twitter: “Here is how Shortcuts is a game changer for personal automation:In a simple flow of actions, control Do Not Disturb, HomeKit, and Music – and summon everything via voice, without ever opening the app.Creating an automated assistant will be amazing 😎… https://t.co/EeuD2cUzy3”
Feed Wrangler
Feedly. Read more, know more.
lirer
Better - Merlin Mann
Ten Arguments for Deleting Your Social Media Accounts Right Now: Jaron Lanier: 9781250196682: Amazon.com: Books

Aug 3, 2018 • 1h 1min
Her Partner, Pam
This week's challenge: wear a vest.
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Show Notes
Customer’s email exchange with Cards Against Humanity escalates beyond all expectations
What Happened to Jill Stein’s Recount Millions?
Max’s Twitch
New Jersey high school serial pooper: Superintendent resigns | SI.com
‘Bigfoot erotica’? Virginia congressional candidate accuses GOP opponent of being a fan
The Queer Art of Failing Better | Laurie Penny
Two fan-favorite Queer Eye couples enjoy a double date | EW.com
Home Shark Tanks Are In. Just One Problem: Sharks Make Terrible Pets - WSJ
#125 All My Pets by Reply All from Gimlet Media
AntsCanada - YouTube
Vaginal ‘Rejuvenation’ Treatments May Be Unsafe, the F.D.A. Says - The New York Times
Tweets with replies by Cole 👽 (@trans_tho) | Twitter
How the Fleece Vest Became the New Corporate Uniform - WSJ
Vest-Vending Machine a Big Hit in San Francisco | FOX40

Jul 26, 2018 • 1h 40min
Gargac!
This week's challenge: be nice to someone.
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Show Notes
Pruitt staffers worried about toxic chemical in his desk | TheHill
Twitch
Sean Casten for Congress
Parasite in cat poop could be reducing our fear of failure, study finds
Notes from Japan – Maxistentialism Blog – Medium
Uber, Lyft driver booted after newspaper reveals he was livestreaming passengers | Ars Technica
Unboxing a SEALED iBook G3 with MKBHD! - YouTube
Official Clip ft. Jason Spencer | Ep.2 | Who Is America? | SHOWTIME - YouTube
Vomit fraud could make your Uber trip really expensive | Miami Herald
Amazon Should Replace Local Libraries to Save Taxpayers Money (via archive.org)
Forbes deleted an op-ed arguing that Amazon should replace libraries — Quartz
Free iCarly Episodes, Kids Games & Videos | Nick.com
Recirculated 7: Merlin Mann (Merlin loves libraries)
Libby, by OverDrive - an app for library ebooks and audiobooks
Hit Parade
AlexJaynes
Doctor Who: The Moment
Sorry for the late response - Pastebin.com

Jul 20, 2018 • 1h 13min
Liberalism.jpeg
This week's challenge: make hummus.
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Show Notes
Nebulizer - Wikipedia
Feminist Frequency
Feminist Frequency Radio
Episode 228 - Supreme Clientele feat. Elon Musk* and Ashley Feinberg (7/15/18) by Chapo Trap House | Free Listening on SoundCloud
The Trump Network - Wikipedia
NYT cartoon depicting Trump and Putin as gay spurs backlash over ‘homophobia’ | TheHill
FFR #35: Sorry to Bother You — Feminist Frequency
The Unmanning of Trump
Shift the spectrum of allies | Beautiful Trouble
Fava Bean Hummus for Do By Friday – Anita Sarkeesian – Medium
Amazon.com: History vs Women: The Defiant Lives that They Don’t Want You to Know (9781250146731): Anita Sarkeesian, Ebony Adams, T. S. Abe: Books

Jul 13, 2018 • 1h 28min
Snaccidental TERF Podcast
This week's challenge: curate the MCU.
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Show Notes
Lesbian group’s anti-trans protest at London Pride backfires – ThinkProgress
TERFs | ContraPoints - YouTube
ActBlue
Maxistentialism Streams
Nightfood - Better nighttime snacks for late night cravings
Seth Rich Conspiracy Theorist’s Event Fizzles Spectacularly
What Is QAnon? The Craziest Theory of the Trump Era, Explained
The Blue Blood of a Horseshoe crab is Precious
The Green Pill with Dr. Melanie Joy | The Ezra Klein Show - YouTube
Queer Eye’s Skyler Jay Speaks Out On The Controversy Surrounding His Trans Makeover Episode - them.
BBC One - A Very English Scandal
Marvel Cinematic Universe - Wikipedia

Jul 6, 2018 • 1h 3min
It’s Rotten, Mohammed!
This week's challenge: give a kid a gift.
You can hear the after show and support Do By Friday on Patreon!
Show Notes
50 People Try to Dice An Onion | Epicurious - YouTube
Hell’s Kitchen (U.S. TV series) - Wikipedia
Cortex - Relay FM
Gore-Tex - Wikipedia
Hollywood Grill |
Go deeper: The scandals that led to Scott Pruitt’s resignation - Axios
Tech Elites Recreate Burning Man Inside Their Living Rooms - The New York Times
Scott Pruitt directly asked Donald Trump to replace Jeff Sessions with him - CNNPolitics
ThanosDidNothingWrong
Z Bot Megabot Commercial - YouTube
Ryan ToysReview - YouTube
Rilakkuma - Wikipedia

Jun 28, 2018 • 1h 21min
The Good Shit
This week's challenge: watch Pitch Perfect.
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Show Notes
Pitch Perfect (2012) - IMDb
Student made comic book to explain complex chemistry | Smithsonian TweenTribune
Washington Post: Breaking News, World, US, DC News & Analysis - The Washington Post
Atomic Size Matters — Atomic Comics
Curt Schilling Backs Pro-Trump ‘QAnon’ Conspiracy Theory
Amazon.com: Satanic Panic: Pop-Cultural Paranoia in the 1980s (9781903254868): Kier-La Janisse, Paul Corupe: Books
Rob Rousseau on Twitter: “Dead Hen is back online. Check out the now-legendary, controversial comedic masterpiece that The Man doesn’t want you to see! https://t.co/Cw7MCZb87c”
The Good Doctor (TV Series 2017– ) - IMDb
The Good Wife (TV Series 2009–2016) - IMDb
The Good Place (TV Series 2016– ) - IMDb
Face Off (TV Series 2011– ) - IMDb

Jun 22, 2018 • 55min
Bossy Bottom Taster
This week's challenge: super taste.
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Show Notes
Fisherman’s Friend
The Corey Lewandowski “womp womp” clip
Meanwhile, On Earth-2… - by Kendra Wells
Merlin Mann on Twitter: “All men are mortal! Chico and the Man! Pull my finger! Seven meats, three cheeses! Chicks and ducks and geese better scurry! I’m not gonna pay a lot for this muffler! Daisy, Daisy! Give me your answe… https://t.co/FFuc3QmaFr”
Who is QAnon? The Storm Conspiracy, Explained
Chico and the Man - Wikipedia
“APESHIT” by Beyoncé / JAY-Z Review | Pitchfork
QAnon, the Crazy Pro-Trump Conspiracy, Melts Down Over OIG Report
Wrath of the Dolphins - YouTube
Oklahoma! - Wikipedia
Supertaster - Wikipedia