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Paul Cutler @paulcutler.org · 10h

And if I sell the MOTU M2 for $150 on ebay, I'll recoup 75% the price (minus fees). So if you're in the market for a an audio device with 2 MIDI / XLR ins, hit me up for a deal. 😁

Paul Cutler @paulcutler.org · 10h

My Christmas present showed up a month early, the just released Zoom PodTrak P4Next. This will replace my MOTU M2 and the P4Next should give me slightly better mic quality with its built-in EQ and compressor.

A picture of a Zoom PodTrakP4Next - it has 4 inputs on its rear for XLR microphones. On the front are four knobs for mic gain and 4 knobs under those for headphone volume

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circuitpythonshow.com @circuitpythonshow.com · 11h

Coming Monday on a new episode of The CircuitPython Show: Meet John Romkey, author of circremote, an innovative Python app to push and run code on a microcontroller running #CircuitPython. Find the show wherever you get your podcasts.

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Paul Cutler @paulcutler.org · 2d

First batch of stickers went out today! Hit up the link below if you want to request a free sticker.

The Bootloader @thebootloader.net · 8d

I have stickers! Want one? Request here (US addresses only, sorry): docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

My hand holding a roll of stickers. Two are face up that read "The Bootloader Podcast"

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The Bootloader @thebootloader.net · 3d

New episode! Tod and Paul welcome guest Liz Clark and chat about Raspberry Pi Connect, an open source e-Reader, code as PCB design, and more. Find the show wherever you get your podcasts or visit www.thebootloader.net/episodes/ep0...

Episode 26 - Super Smooth with Liz Clark - The Bootloader

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Channels @getchannels.bsky.social · 7d

Channels 7.0 for Apple TV & iOS is out now!

• Gorgeous new designs for Movies and TV Shows
• View cast and other related content
• Multiview - Watch 4 live channels at once
• Preview of Intro & Credits detection - Skip intros!

Read more about it in our announcement: getchannels.com/2025/10/29/c...

Channels 7.0 for Apple TV & iOS

Rich art, movie extras, multiview, and more.

getchannels.com

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Paul Cutler @paulcutler.org · 7d

Rep your favorite podcast in style. Hit up the link below and I'll send you a free sticker.

The Bootloader @thebootloader.net · 8d

I have stickers! Want one? Request here (US addresses only, sorry): docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

Paul Cutler @paulcutler.org · 7d

Thanks Anne!

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#CircuitPython @circuitpython.org · 7d

The CircuitPython Show: Sam Blenny
blog.adafruit.com/2025/10/30/t...

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The Bootloader @thebootloader.net · 8d

I have stickers! Want one? Request here (US addresses only, sorry): docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

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circuitpythonshow.com @circuitpythonshow.com · 10d

New episode of The CircuitPython Show is out! Paul chats with Sam Blenny about his work with the Adafruit Fruit Jam, including his work on USB Host, a MIDI Tester, Gamepad Tester, and more. Find the show wherever you get your podcasts or visit www.circuitpythonshow.com/@circuitpyth...

Sam Blenny

Sam Blenny joins the show and shares his work with the Fruit Jam, including USB Host, a Color Checker, a Gamepad tester, and more. Follow the show on Mastodon or Bluesky. Show Notes 00:00 Intro 00:24 Sam’s start with computers and electronics 5:34 Discovering CircuitPython Pumpkins vs Skeletons game 7:06 Working with the Fruit Jam and the Gamepad tester 9:24 USB Host MIDI Tester 11:12 The Fruit Jam Color Checker 13:49 USB Host 16:42 Which board?

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circuitpythonshow.com @circuitpythonshow.com · 15d

Coming Monday on a new episode of The CircuitPython Show: Meet Sam Blenny, who has authored more than 30 learn guides on the Adafruit Playground. We chat about his work with the Fruit Jam, including a color checker, MIDI tester, Gamepad tester, and more. Find the show wherever you get your podcasts.

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squid.jpg @apendley.bsky.social · 17d

It's almost Halloween, so if you're lazy like me but still want to pretend you put in some effort, and you own a pair of @adafruit.com LED glasses, check out my firmware for them. It's got several cool modes and can optionally be controlled via Adafruit's Bluetooth Connect app!

Adafruit Playground

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Paul Cutler @paulcutler.org · 20d

I'm going to try the new DMV show on CBS just because he's in it.

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circuitpythonshow.com @circuitpythonshow.com · 20d

I have episodes recorded and ready to go through the end of November for The CircuitPython Show! And even more planned. Here's a sneak peek:

A screenshot from my podcast hosting platform showing 3 upcoming episodes with River Wang, John Romkey, and Sam Blenny.

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circuitpythonshow.com @circuitpythonshow.com · 20d

Catch up on the latest episode of The CircuitPython Show with guest Noe Ruiz. Here's Noe on what inspired him to create the Layer by Layer tutorials. (And if you haven't seen them, check them out on YouTube, they're fantastic!)

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Paul Cutler @paulcutler.org · 21d

I ended up ordering some 2" x 2" stickers for The Bootloader. I'll set up a form in a couple weeks where you can request them and I'll send you some for free!

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Paul Cutler @paulcutler.org · 22d

And if you're really curious, I've included the cost breakdowns on the Sponsors page - it's about $400 / year to pay for the podcasts. www.circuitpythonshow.com/pages/sponsors

Sponsors | The CircuitPython Show

A podcast with the people creating awesome things with CircuitPython and more.

www.circuitpythonshow.com

Paul Cutler @paulcutler.org · 22d

I've reopened sponsorships for The Bootloader and The CircuitPython Show - more info at www.circuitpythonshow.com/pages/sponsors - All funds go to supporting the show, including podcast hosting, recording, and calendar scheduling.

Sponsors | The CircuitPython Show

A podcast with the people creating awesome things with CircuitPython and more.

www.circuitpythonshow.com

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John Scalzi @scalzi.com · 22d

Minnesota nice

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'No Kings' protests to be held in 69 Minnesota cities this weekend

An estimated 2,500 rallies will take place nationwide on Saturday.

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Paul Cutler @paulcutler.org · 24d

Over on Mastodon, I'm running a poll as I'm toying with the idea of having a run of stickers made for The Bootloader. Would you be interested in grabbing one?

hachyderm.io/@prcutler/11...

Paul Cutler (@[email protected])

I'm toying with the idea of having rectangle stickers made with The Bootloader's logo (for laptops or whatever). Would you be interested in getting one? [ ] Yes - send me one or two! [ ] No - save yo...

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circuitpythonshow.com @circuitpythonshow.com · 24d

New episode of The CircuitPython Show is out! Noe Ruiz stops by and we chat all things 3D printing, from his start in design, to creating the Layer by Layer, and more. Find the show wherever you get your podcasts or visit www.circuitpythonshow.com/@circuitpyth...

Noe Ruiz

Noe Ruiz joins the show and shares how he started learning design and 3D modeling, creating the Layer by Layer tutorials, designing CAD parts, and more. Follow the show on Mastodon or Bluesky. Show Notes 00:00 Intro 00:19 Getting started with computers and electronics 1:38 Learning design 4:38 Snap-fit enclosures 6:36 3D Hangouts Live in New York City Episode 1 8:28 Adafruit CAD Parts 12:05 Layer by Layer 13:35 Which board?

www.circuitpythonshow.com

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JosephScrimshaw @josephscrimshaw.bsky.social · 25d

Do you live in Minnesota? Are you a fan of horror? Are you a fan of physical media? Do you love intergenerational trauma and gothic folklore monsters?

If so, check out the new indie horror film, DEAD MEDIA, on Oct 20th at The Parkway Theater: deadmediamoviempls102025.eventbrite.com

A promotional teaser image for the new horror film DEAD MEDIA. A young woman peers over an old horror movie DVD. Mysterious blue energy glows out from the DVD. The text reads. You may be done with the DVD, but it's not done with you. Dead Media. A new horror film written and directed by Joseph Scrimshaw. Premiere event in Minneapolis. October 20, 2025. The Parkway Theater. Tickets available now.

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Paul Cutler @paulcutler.org · 25d

My wife helped hang all my autographed flats. From L to R: Lissie, Gordi, Polica, Jenny Lewis, The Staves, and Garbage.

Above a large picture window just under the ceiling are 6 picture frames with autographed flats from Lissie, Gordi, Polica, Jenny Lewis, The Staves, and Garbage.

A picture of my record collection, a 4x4 IKEA Kallax shelves. On top of the shevels are various music books and above it are 3 autographed sleeves from The New Pornographers, Best Coast, and Polica. To the right of that, above a large picture window, are 6 frames with autographed flats from Lissie, Gordi, Polica, Jenny Lewis, The Staves, and Garbage.

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Paul Cutler @paulcutler.org · 26d

Fire Luke Fickell. And maybe Chris McIntosh too, if he won’t. #badgers