Bellingham Podcast

We are off the air for two weeks- look for our fresh new episode the weekend of August 11- until then, take a listen to this pics that we recommend if you are new to the show or playing catch up...Thanks!AJ & Chris This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bellinghampodcast.substack.com

The Urban Hiker's Grand Tour continues! We hear the latest hike to #GetOutThere - Chuckanut Ridge Trail (https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/hikes/chuckanut-ridge-trail), lower ridge trail in Larrabee State Park territory from Chris. And AJ sheds some light on hiking around some of our Washington State Lighthouses...AND a birthday! Also, we will be off the air for two weeks, rejoining you all August 11.AJThe lead in:Washington State Parks Foundation- guest writer: https://waparks.org/pacific-northwest-lighthouse-adventures-with-wspf-photographer-aj-barse/ *Resource*: LighthouseFriends.com (http://lighthousefriends.com/) - think the WTA of Lighthouses “This site includes photographs, directions, histories, and GPS coordinates garnered while personally visiting every lighthouse in the United States and nearly every lighthouse in Canada.” *A*_*dmiralty Head Light, Fort Casey, Whidbey Island (Origionally named Red Bluff Light http://www.historylink.org/File/5710 *__*Point Wilson Light (Port Townsand)http:

The Urban Hiker's Grand Tour saga continues! This time, AJ and Chris share about their travels chasing waterfalls, and lakes. A listener voicemail clears up the name on Chris' unnamed trail he talked about a few episodes back. And the Chris takes the wayback machine to 1987. The Outbound Collective; https://www.theoutbound.com/hikingAnother (more visual) resource to scout your next trail.Adventures - Stories - Gear - Events Sort by: Hiking, Photography, Chillin, Camping, Swimming, Backpacking[VOICEMAIL]ChrisThe latest hike to #GetOutThere - Fragrance Lake (https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/hikes/fragrance-lake)AJWaterfalls:* *Tumwater* is a city in Thurston County- http://www.ci.tumwater.wa.us/about-tumwater/history * When the City was founded in 1845, it was named New Market. By 1863 the city was known as “Tumwater”, the Chinook jargon word for a waterfall. * Tumwater, known as “Washington’s First Community,” was the starting point for further American settlements at Olympi

AJ and Chris continues with their Urban Hiker Grand Tour, while going back to 1986 going Mach 2 with their hair on fire. From Spokane, to Lummi Island, and a hidden trail here in Bellingham- it is time to kick the tires and light the fires for this episode of the Bellingham Podcast. ChrisComing soon to Bellingham...a new hiking trail with a spectacular view of Bellingham Bay. Your trail scavenger hunt starts at Lakeway Drive. Go up Puget Street, left on Consolidation, right on Racine. Your journey starts at the dead end of Racine. It's not stroller-friendly, and it goes uphill for a while, so be aware. This not-quite-manicured urban trail crests at this view with a lot of harvested tree limbs littering the ground:Follow the dots from this weekendThis weekend Chris had a couple of hours free to himself, so he curated his ultimate 80s pop/rock playlist. Over 200 songs. From the days of his youth. Lots of those songs happened in 1986. This is Episode 86. So what happened to Chris and AJ in 1986?Chris 8th grade

AJ and Chris hike onward and upward with their month long theme of venturing out, this time talkin about getting out the house...and hiking around, even if you got a young'un with a stroller, or you're one of our respected elders with a walker. Welcome to the Bellingham Podcast; Urban Hiker's Grandtour ...This just in...The Bellingham Podcast now on iHeart radio (thank you editor staff at iHeart). So we are pretty much now available on every major (and minor) podcast network short of Spotify....ahem, Spotify....WTA: Washington Trails Association * https://www.wta.org/ * WTA began in 1966 (https://www.wta.org/our-work/about/history) as Signpost magazine and has grown into a diverse community of hikers speaking out for trails and wildlands.Hike it Baby!Hike it baby (non-profit)- a #hashtag (Instagram), group, and movement to inspire more parents who like the outdoors to continue to adventure: https://hikeitbaby.com/ * Majority of events are free/ donation $10 a yearUrban Hiking Grand TourChris attacks Hannegan

On this episode, AJ and Chris record from the great outdoors- live from the unofficial Truckbed Studios of the Bellingham Podcast. Yes, you read right- your two PNW loving technologists do a test run using a slightly different podcasting setup while recording on location. Chris gives the rundown of outdoor urban activities in Bham. AJ talks about taking a walk, without nosediving into your mobile device. And the two of them vent about minimalism and how they feel about the over connected nature humanity is having with that smartphone in your pocket. Outdoor markets. Local merchants, food vendors, and live music, oh my!* Bellingham Farmers Market - Saturdays at the Depot Market Square (http://www.bellinghamfarmers.org/). 25th anniversary!* Fairhaven Farmers Market - Wednesdays this summer at the Fairhaven Village Green (https://www.downtownbellingham.com/night-market/?rq=commercial%20street). New hours are 3 to 7 pm.* Commercial Street Night Market - Every Friday night this summer (https://www.downtownbellingh

Happy Fathers Day everyone! On this episode, Chris and AJ are prepping you for your summer road trip'n adventuring here in the PNW as summer seems to be here to stay (finally). This episode has recomendations for some new reading, listening, and watching as well as a quick tech recap of Apple's WWDC , but not in a techie kind of way. AppleApple's WWDC was two weeks ago, we are not a news show (but if we were we'd do it better) but here are a few things to keep an eye out for if you are an Apple aficionado. * iOS 12- Fall 2018“More power to you.” (https://www.apple.com/ios/ios-12-preview/)* Facetime 32X at once* Adressing performance issues all the way back to iPhone 6 era hardware* More privacy features in your face* the continuation of dropping “i” from their products = Apple BooksAJ * Screen Time- Apples “initial public offering in the Attention Economy" Chris* Workflow aka Shortcuts for automationListeningAJ * Outside Magazine (https://www.outsideonline.com/podcasts) “S

We are back from our station break, and we have a packed episode with a trifecta of PNW American makers! Meet Terry of ToxicNatos (with a killer intro to our episode), Nicki of ::found:: Leather Goods, and Erica from Art Wood. All that and more on this episode of the Bellingham PodcastIntro - Terry of ToxicNatos (thanks Terry!) “We believe in beautifully designed, functional products. ToxicNATOs strives to deliver the highest-quality straps, with exceptional hardware, chamfered-durable holes and soft yet long-lasting webbing. No need to look any further we also provide watch repair, and watch accessories to fulfill your every need. Terry believes that they”are you personal "shopper”” If you are having issues figuring out what works for your watch, whether it be spring bars/straps/watch repair he can help you find out the best solution within your means. Proud to be a veteran owned, small family business based in beautiful sunny Colorado Springs.” Websites: https://www.toxicnatos.

A week away from the show out of observance of Memorial Day (in the United States) Chris episode recap: tune into Ep. 75 "MNMLSM"AJ episode recap: tune into Ep. 76 "A PNW State of Mind" (with special intro by #watchfam @danc21cy) From the both of us on the Bellingham Podcast, thank you to all our active and retired service men and women, and especially who have given their life in the service of our country. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bellinghampodcast.substack.com

Episode 81 - Week of May 20 2018On this episode: The roads less traveledGet your motor running, whether it's gasoline or electric, and head out on the highway, or in my case State Route 542. AJ and I share some worthwhile jaunts to take when ya just wanna get outta town for a spell or just take a weekend cruise. PLUS... an award-winning photographer strikes again, Stay tuned, y'all. This is the Bellingham PodcastFavorite Summer Time drink...that isn't Coffee * Chris; a Thai Basil (https://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/1012605-thai-basil-bliss) cocktail... When you want a refreshing drink-drink * Crush basil leaves and pineapple chunks. Add this to a shaker with some ice. Drizzle some simple syrup, a couple shots of tequila (depending on how bad your day was), and add a squirt of lime juice. Shake it, don't break it, and strain it into your glass. #Consume * AJ; San Pellegrino (http://www.sanpellegrino.com/us/en)+ Pok Pok Som (https://pokpoksom.com/) * “Pok Pok Som drinking vinegar is a

Chris and AJ just take an episode to talk about their moms. Chris talks about how his mom set him on the career path that he has today. AJ talk about how his 'hip' mom introduced him to the Internets. And both of them talk about how technology can help make more family time. Wherever you are in the world, this episode is dedicated to all the moms out there and thank-you for all that you do for your kids and family. -------That kind of computer Chris talks about: The Texas Instruments TI-99/4A:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p6VjsVwRXYk-------That kind of word processor AJ talks about:The Brother Word processorhttps://www.reddit.com/r/retrobattlestations/comments/2hea8k/my_brother_wp3410_word_processor/-----Connect*AJ*: patreon.com/ajbarse (http://patreon.com/ajbarse) or follow on Instagram (http://instagram.com/ajbarse) @ajbarse AND an all new www.ajbarse.com (http://www.ajbarse.com/)*Chris*: mnmltek.micro.blog (https://mnmltek.micro.blog/) or chrispowell.co (http://www.chrispowell.co/)*Twitter Hashtags*: #b

Meet the Mod Squad!! AJ & Chris have anther #watchfam episode, diving into the subculture of watch collecting known as modding the Seiko SKX007. AJ talks about the ins-and-outs of watch modding and making. And Chris has a quick tech tip for those “We've been hacked - Change your passwords now” alerts. If you get into this episode, read AJ's humble horological full write-up on modding http://bit.ly/seikomodsquad !Housekeeping: New tagging at the end of each episode title in the podcast feed.Resources on the SKX and DIY modding:Nicholas Hacko-http://www.clockmaker.com.au/diy_seiko_7s26/chapter7.html Nick of Orion Watches- https://orionwatch.com/how-to-mod-your-seiko/ Li Wang (http://wornandwound.com/author/li/)- Worn and Wound - http://wornandwound.com/watch-modding-101/ Jack Forster (https://www.hodinkee.com/members/JackForster)- Hodinkee - https://www.hodinkee.com/articles/the-seiko-skx007-divers-watchAnatomy of a watch (and easy-o-metter level to mod):Read about AJ's take on modding http://b

For the last couple episodes we've been talking about spring cleaning and minimalism. Now, AJ & Chris talk about what gear they are eyeing, or have been using lately, to fill a little bit of the newly freed up space. It is the annual spring-cleaning gear episode of the Bellingham Podcast. Podcast Logistical Housekeeping: New tagging at the end of each episode title in the podcast feed.Voicemail by Rising Sun Sailor: Dan https://www.instagram.com/rising_sun_sailor/Bose+Hush https://hush.technology/ Chris; TrafficCamhttps://traffickcam.com/aboutWhat Chris is eye'n: The Life of OneOne phone (iPhone 6s+), one computer (iPad Pro 12.9), one notebook, one pen, one LED light, one multitool, one pocket knife, etc.AJ Gear* Peak Design field pouch https://www.peakdesign.com/product/bags/field-pouch/ * Uniden iWitness (accident cam) https://www.uniden.com/shop/automotive/1080p-25fps-dash-camera-with-g-sensor-viewing/ * Get organized! Epson LW-300 https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00M88B3AI/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o06_

If a Facebook post is made, and no one reads it, is it likable? Feel sold down the timeline river with advertisers? Yeah, we're gonna talk about the Cambridge Analytica thing. But hang on now, it's AJ and Chris' take on the issue- we're not your typical tech pundits. Plus, a shout out to a local favorite Fairhaven business- because nothing beats the smell of fresh crafted leather. All this on the 77th edition of the Bellingham Podcast. Local shout out: Found Leather Goods: https://foundleathergoods.com/ So, what about that whole privacy on Facebook thing....“Late on Tuesday, Facebook announced (https://newsroom.fb.com/news/2018/04/new-privacy-protections/) the first steps it is taking to comply with the General Data Protection Regulation, or GDPR (https://www.vox.com/policy-and-politics/2018/4/5/17199754/facebook-europe-gdpr-mark-zuckerberg-data-privacy), a new privacy law out of Europe designed to make sure users know and understand the data companies collect about them and consent to sharing it. Set t

The Bellingham Podcast has a special intro from Dan all the way from the island of Cyprus! Chris geeks out for a second episode on the topic of Minimalism. And AJ brings more math to the minimalists mentality physics; what has more value, the object or the memory it brings? Dan, Imagery Intelligence Analyst for the British Military is a listener station in Cyprus (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cyprus) , part of the #watchfam and avid adventurer (including climbing things) . Instagram: @Danc21cy https://www.instagram.com/danc21cy/ Check out his interview with Two Broke Watch Snobs (TBWS) “*Ep. #75 - Talking Vintage Military Watches With @danc21cy” http://twobrokewatchsnobs.com/ep-75-talking-vintage-military-watches-with-danc21cy/ * Military Watches and Special Projectshttps://www.bremont.com/military-watches “Working in line with Bremont’s core principles, the Bremont Military and Special Projects Division create exclusive bespoke watches for military personnel and also specialized

This episode is probably one of Chris' favorite topics: Minimalism! AJ talks about how his recent tech purge has made him appreciate "space" and how "stuff's" value isn't as great as the value of having "space." Listen to this a more practical side to minimalism, on this episode of the Bellingham Podcast. *How to help the mental hump of getting rid of stuff*: The Minimalists Game (https://www.theminimalists.com/game/)Star Trek TNG - Minimalist quarters (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BHgGYW7-Oto)Money makers?* Amazon Trade-In: Get Paid for Your Used Items (https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=1&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=0ahUKEwiUwITAn6vaAhUCWqwKHdnDDrEQFggpMAA&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FAmazon-Trade-In%2Fb%3Fie%3DUTF8%26node%3D9187220011&usg=AOvVaw2rTOwsv5xxyPHYUPAyyav6)* Ebay https://www.ebay.com/* Apple * iPhone Trade-up - Apple (https://www.apple.com/iphone/trade-up/) * Mac Trade-up - Apple (https://www.apple.com/mac/trade-up/) * i

Happy Basel Fools Day watchfam! On this episode AJ & Chris give their PNW view on the Basel World watch show. If you are into horology or watches, you'll want to check out this episode as it is dedicated to the PNW watchfam. Note: at time of recording for our national and international listeners1 CHF (Swiss Franc) is equal to 1.06 USD1 Euro equals 1.24 USD*Observations*: Finally! Watches are going back to mortal sizes, 36mm, 39mm, 41mm * https://www.hodinkee.com/articles/longines-legend-diver-36mm-hands-on * http://wornandwound.com/baselworld-2018-introducing-the-oris-divers-sixty-five-bronze-bezel-in-36-and-40mm/Day one and the two GMT's the broke the watchfam internet: * Worn and WOund Podcast from Baselworld http://wornandwound.com/the-worn-wound-podcast-baselworld-2018-day-one-does-not-dissapoint/ Adventure Time on your Wrist* *Rolex* * GMT Master II Stainless (Pepsi) https://www.hodinkee.com/articles/rolex-gmt-master-ii-steel-new-video * priced (https://monochrome-watches.com/rolex-gmt-master

Hey watchfam! We have a horological Nor'Wester coming Seaforth from Vancouver in the form of a collaboration between Roldorf and Halios. Top of the morn'n to ya. Chris and AJ talk about how they tackle the morning. Facebook fatigue, we have three helpful hacks to help disconnect your 'analytica'. And the little social network that could, Vero, wraps up our tech addiction recap. All that and more on this 73rd edition of the #bhampodcast. Quick correction on Episode 72AJ's reminiscing on pinball: The Racket- not the Ruckus Room regarding Pinball tournamentRuckus Room (https://www.ruckusbham.com/) - 1423 Railroad AvenueThe Racket (https://www.shakedownbellingham.com/blog/) - 1220 N State StreetLocal horological news #WatchFamYes, Baselworld (http://watchville.com/) is going on as we speak- AJ will have thoughts next week when the tradeshow is over. But locally, Roldorf + Halios join forces for a collaboration watch https://instagram.com/p/BgqS7XblsZj/* Fixed bezel only, * available in either DLC or SS case, * ET

Chris and AJ take flight from their remodeled website nests, and using opposite platforms. AJ Ducks Down North from Bham to Westham as Chris goes soars South for a daddy-daughter gameapalooza. Chris also has a helpful hack to make those pesky Windows windows obey you in a snap. All that and more on this episode of the Bellingham Podcast. Wonderful Web Remodels (SquareSpace and Wordpress)Ajbarse.com (http://ajbarse.com/)A special thanks to all the Patreon patrons who have helped support Every Moment Has A Story and my photography. chrispowell.co (https://chrispowell.co/) Local TravelWestham Island (Delta BC) and Reifel Migratory Bird Sanctuary https://www.ajbarse.com/travel/bham-to-westham/Helpful HacksiOS users. Settings>Control Center>Customize Controls>* Add functionality like video record anything on your device with “Screen Recording” and “Do Not Disturb While Driving” and Apple TV RemoteThe life-changing magic of WindowsKey + Left arrow, WindowsKey + Right arrow.Hidden Mac OS ver

AJ and Chris ask a rhetorical, yet impact question: **Why is this still a thing?** Plus, now that the cold weather and flu season is subsiding, where does one go to rejuvenate? We're talkin' self-care options around Whatcom County. And we'll throw in a couple hacks to brighten your weekend... All that and more....Sorry for the late posting of this episode! * * *Topic - Why is this still a thing?Chris:* The Bachelor* A $1,000 phone...with a notch...that comes with only 5GB of cloud storage data* Loud music in public meeting placesAJ:* Vehicles as they are now. Super high tech, nobody seems to understand how they work anymore, and we want autonomous driving yet we are afraid of autonomous driving. Oh yea, and they still run on gas- where is my hyperdrive car? Mr.Fusion Car? * Electronic/Appliance/Automotive repair costs and/or the inability to have things serviced!* Twitter (or Social Media as we know it in general) * How to delete your Tweets? https://www.theverge.com/2018/2/8/16991396/how-to-delete-twitte