Systematic

Guest-Host Merlin Mann welcomes Guest-Guest Brett Terpstra to subvert the show’s format like never before, discuss their mutual “connected TV” hangups, and the progress of Brett’s “shower practice” since last they podcast.

Sir John Hargrave, author of a new book called Mind Hacking, joins Brett to talk about the parallels between the human brain and a computer program, and how to break out of even the most stubborn loops that keep you down.

A few years ago, Jean MacDonald left a company she co-founded to run App Camp For Girls full-time. She and Brett discuss future expansion plans, App Camp’s first app, and making tech education accessible.

Molly Holzschlag was part of a core group (and the most publicly-facing woman) who were influential in the development of what we now know as the world wide web. She helped define a path for the web’s future that was ethical and served humanity.

Ashley Esqueda returns to talk about working on a daily talk show (Tomorrow Daily on CNET), the considerations that go into a decision to have (or not have) kid, and a dozen more things that make her fascinating.

Brett met Kelly Guimont while writing for TUAW. She is now writing for The Mac Observer, in addition to doing social media and support for TextExpander. Their discussion covers life as a professional blogger and podcaster, leaving secure day jobs, and the trials of being a full-time freelancer. Also, a music-heavy Top 3 Picks that offers new listening materials for everybody!

Grant Robertson joins Brett to talk about life as a product manager, team diplomacy, and bridging the gap between tech and design.

Rabbi Eric Linder talks with Brett about Judaism, Broadway musicals, and high cholesterol…but mostly Broadway musicals (not really, but sort of…if you think about it).

Evan Lovely, traveling web developer

You’d need to be a productivity expert to do all the things that Mike Vardy does. He’s also a writer, speaker, podcaster, and a productivity strategist. He joins Brett to talk about what he’s learned about writing, time management, tea, and (of course) productivity.