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    #64: Quickeys and Automation Fun with Merlin Mann

    December 4th, 2020 · 104 minutes

    In this episode, David and Rosemary are joined by the magical Merlin Mann to talk about his automation journey and problems. From the Simpsons to Synology, and Shortcuts, there's plenty to hear about.

    Guest Starring: Merlin Mann

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    Links and Show Notes

    Startly - QuicKeys 4 for Mac OS X
    TADpoLe (Drafts Library) | ThoughtAsylum
    nvUltra - Searchable, portable, MultiMarkdown notes
    Siri Suggestions, Search & Privacy - Apple Support
    Logitech Circle 2 Camera for Home Security, Versatile HD Security Camera
    Please do not disturb me – Matthew Cassinelli
    What’s New in Shortcuts #5
    Home+
    HOOBS™ – USER FRIENDLY HOME AUTOMATION FOR EVERYONE
    Wemo - Smart Home Automation | Belkin
    Wemo Bridge for Apple HomeKit - Smart Home Automation | Belkin
    Philips Hue Adds Support for HomeKit Adaptive Lighting to Ambiance Lights - MacRumors
    Alexa Skills Guide - Amazon.com
    Why Thread is a game-changer for Apple's HomeKit | AppleInsider
    Thread | Apple Developer Documentation
    Eve Energy | evehome.com
    Eve Degree | evehome.com
    Eve Extend | evehome.com
    Eve Motion | evehome.com
    Chumby - Wikipedia
    BetterTouchTool
    Drinking bird - Simpsons Wiki
    Getting Started · TaskPaper User's Guide
    Bunch - BrettTerpstra.com
    Drafts | Where Text Starts
    TaskPaper – Plain text to-do lists for Mac
    Editorial for iOS
    Hook – Find without searching
    Resolved: Stop Blaming the Pancake | 43 Folders

    Merlin's post on New Year's Resolutions.

    Obsidian
    On Apple's Piss-Poor Documentation — Liss is More

    As per the title, this does contain explicit language

    Synology Inc.
    Universal Plug and Play - Wikipedia
    Watch Free Movies & TV | Stream Smarter with Plex
    Screens Connect - Reach to your Mac or Windows PC from anywhere - Edovia
    Amazon Alexa Routines: Everything You Need to Know | MakeUseOf
    Reconcilable Differences - Relay FM