Read A. American’s “Going Home” Series If You Like Tom Clancy-Level Gear Detail
Guest host Don P. Bongwater and Gene got into A. American’s Going Home — book one of the long-running Survivalist Series — and it’s not a passing mention. The two of them said the series gets so specific about the gear its characters use, right down to model numbers, that they ended up researching and buying some of that actual equipment after reading it. That’s Tom Clancy-level technical density applied to post-collapse survival fiction instead of military thrillers. If you’re into prepping content and want fiction that treats the gear seriously enough to shop off of, this is the series to start with.
Amazon: Available — Going Home: A Novel (The Survivalist Series Book 1) by A. American (Paperback)
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A Vibration Plate for Foot Neuropathy — Gene Swears By It
Gene credits a vibration plate — described on air only as “the white one,” used sitting down, feet resting on it, a couple times a week for ~10 minutes — with reversing foot neuropathy over roughly six months. His theory: the vibration moves stalled lymph and blood flow through feet that are mostly tendon and bone, similar to what walking does, passively. He went in skeptical (“junk science”) and came out convinced. Not medical advice — check with a doctor before treating neuropathy this way.
No brand was named on air. Closest comparable product: Lifepro Waver Mini Vibration Plate Exercise Machine with Resistance Bands — unconfirmed match, not the specific unit used. Also, check out the ROTAI Vibration Plate Exercise Machine for Lymphatic Drainage Massager & Weight Loss
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Le Cellier’s Canadian Cheddar Cheese Soup, Recipe Read in Full
Darren read out the full recipe for Le Cellier Steakhouse’s cheddar-beer soup, from Epcot’s Canada Pavilion:
- ½ lb bacon, cut into ½” pieces
- Diced red onion and celery
- 4 tbsp butter
- All-purpose flour
- 4 cups milk, plus chicken stock
- 1 lb white cheddar, grated
- 1 tbsp Tabasco
- Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ½ cup warm Canadian lager
Both hosts vouch for it — worth the cholesterol, in their words. It’s a real project, not a 10-minute soup, but if you’ve had it at Epcot, this is the actual recipe.
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Darren’s Trying Logic Pro to Edit the Show
Darren’s testing Logic Pro for the first time as a possible replacement for Adobe Audition on show editing. The appeal is the one-time purchase instead of a subscription — he originally got it cheap through student pricing via B&H, and unlike Photoshop-style software, it doesn’t need to keep getting paid for to keep working. No verdict yet on whether it sticks, but it’s part of the same move away from monthly editing-software fees that’s already got DaVinci Resolve in the show’s toolkit.
Not sold on Amazon — Mac-only, available through the Mac App Store.
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Tip of the Day: Try the TheraICE Migraine Relief Cap
During the show’s actual Tip of the Day segment, guest host Mimi introduced TheraICE — a migraine relief cap that’s basically a bandana with built-in eye shades and gel inserts. Freeze it in a Ziploc bag for at least two hours, then wear it: not stiff, more jelly-like, with gentle compression that stays cold for a good while. Beyond migraines, it works for hangovers and fevers too, and the same company makes shoulder, ankle, and knee wraps if aches and pains are more your issue. Runs about $30 on Amazon — a genuinely useful pick if headaches are a regular problem for you.
Shop it on Amazon (several color/size variants exist; confirm current price):
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Add CoQ10 to Your Supplement Stack
A chat comment name-dropped CoQ10 on episode 200, and Darren confirmed he’s a believer — he takes it regularly and recently told a friend to start too. CoQ10 (coenzyme Q10) is an antioxidant your body already makes, and levels naturally drop as you age, which is why it’s a popular add-on for heart and energy support. It’s not flashy, but it’s one of those unsexy supplements with real staying power in wellness circles. If your regimen has room for one more capsule, this is a reasonable one to research — talk to your doctor before starting anything new.
Shop it on Amazon (generic pick, no brand named on air): https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00347ACH2?tag=oaklandopolis-20
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A Full Table, A Full Heart: No Agenda Family Gathers in Oakland
No Agenda fans packed Pizzeria Violetta in Oakland for an afternoon of pizza, stories, and love for our dearly departed friend, John C. Dvorak. It was a lovely afternoon, with a big crowd that included members of John’s family. I got to reconnect with familiar faces from past meetups and had the privilege of meeting…
Read A. American’s “Going Home” Series If You Like Tom Clancy-Level Gear Detail
Guest host Don P. Bongwater and Gene got into A. American’s Going Home — book one of the long-running Survivalist Series — and it’s not a passing mention. The two of them said the series gets so specific about the gear its characters use, right down to model numbers, that they ended up researching and…
A Vibration Plate for Foot Neuropathy — Gene Swears By It
Gene credits a vibration plate — described on air only as “the white one,” used sitting down, feet resting on it, a couple times a week for ~10 minutes — with reversing foot neuropathy over roughly six months. His theory: the vibration moves stalled lymph and blood flow through feet that are mostly tendon and…
Le Cellier’s Canadian Cheddar Cheese Soup, Recipe Read in Full
Darren read out the full recipe for Le Cellier Steakhouse’s cheddar-beer soup, from Epcot’s Canada Pavilion: Both hosts vouch for it — worth the cholesterol, in their words. It’s a real project, not a 10-minute soup, but if you’ve had it at Epcot, this is the actual recipe. [Unrelenting #202 31:54]
A Full Table, A Full Heart: No Agenda Family Gathers in Oakland
No Agenda fans packed Pizzeria Violetta in Oakland for an afternoon of pizza, stories, and love for our dearly departed friend, John C. Dvorak. It was a lovely afternoon, with a big crowd that included members of John’s family. I got to reconnect with familiar faces from past meetups and had the privilege of meeting…
Read A. American’s “Going Home” Series If You Like Tom Clancy-Level Gear Detail
Guest host Don P. Bongwater and Gene got into A. American’s Going Home — book one of the long-running Survivalist Series — and it’s not a passing mention. The two of them said the series gets so specific about the gear its characters use, right down to model numbers, that they ended up researching and…
A Vibration Plate for Foot Neuropathy — Gene Swears By It
Gene credits a vibration plate — described on air only as “the white one,” used sitting down, feet resting on it, a couple times a week for ~10 minutes — with reversing foot neuropathy over roughly six months. His theory: the vibration moves stalled lymph and blood flow through feet that are mostly tendon and…
Le Cellier’s Canadian Cheddar Cheese Soup, Recipe Read in Full
Darren read out the full recipe for Le Cellier Steakhouse’s cheddar-beer soup, from Epcot’s Canada Pavilion: Both hosts vouch for it — worth the cholesterol, in their words. It’s a real project, not a 10-minute soup, but if you’ve had it at Epcot, this is the actual recipe. [Unrelenting #202 31:54]