Still Untitled: The Adam Savage Project
774 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 1.7K ratingsPosted on Tuesdays, Norm and Will discuss topics of interest with Adam--nothing is off-limits! Still Untitled covers everything from hot-button issues within the maker community to experiences from Adam's life to questions from the audience. Enjoy!
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Benchtop Tools – Still Untitled: The Adam Savage Project – 4/28/20
April 28, 2020 07:00 - 35 minutes - 16.5 MBWe're giving one more week before returning to Spoilercast movie discussions, but can announce that the first movie we'll be watching is the 1976 gangster film Mikey and Nicky. In previewing the film (spoiler-free), we detour into the deep well of movies streaming on the Criterion Channel. We also talk about great films about San Francisco, what we keep on our bookshelves, and the struggle to stay productive at home.
Benchtop Tools - Still Untitled: The Adam Savage Project - 4/28/20
April 28, 2020 07:00 - 35 minutes - 16.5 MBWe're giving one more week before returning to Spoilercast movie discussions, but can announce that the first movie we'll be watching is the 1976 gangster film Mikey and Nicky. In previewing the film (spoiler-free), we detour into the deep well of movies streaming on the Criterion Channel. We also talk about great films about San Francisco, what we keep on our bookshelves, and the struggle to stay productive at home.
Criterion Collecting - Still Untitled: The Adam Savage Project - 4/21/20
April 21, 2020 07:00 - 37 minutes - 17.4 MBWe're giving one more week before returning to Spoilercast movie discussions, but can announce that the first movie we'll be watching is the 1976 gangster film Mikey and Nicky. In previewing the film (spoiler-free), we detour into the deep well of movies streaming on the Criterion Channel. We also talk about great films about San Francisco, what we keep on our bookshelves, and the struggle to stay productive at home.
Criterion Collecting – Still Untitled: The Adam Savage Project – 4/21/20
April 21, 2020 07:00 - 37 minutes - 17.4 MBWe're giving one more week before returning to Spoilercast movie discussions, but can announce that the first movie we'll be watching is the 1976 gangster film Mikey and Nicky. In previewing the film (spoiler-free), we detour into the deep well of movies streaming on the Criterion Channel. We also talk about great films about San Francisco, what we keep on our bookshelves, and the struggle to stay productive at home.
Good Days and Bad Days - Still Untitled: The Adam Savage Project - 4/14/20
April 14, 2020 07:00 - 34 minutes - 16.2 MBThis week, we talk about the need to take care of ourselves and how we each are dealing with the good and not-so-good days during this lockdown. Adam revisits the work of Elmore Leonard adapted for the big screen, Will finds comfort in binge-worthy television, and Norm recommends two offbeat comedies to stream. What should the guys watch for a Spoilercast next week?
Good Days and Bad Days – Still Untitled: The Adam Savage Project – 4/14/20
April 14, 2020 07:00 - 34 minutes - 16.2 MBThis week, we talk about the need to take care of ourselves and how we each are dealing with the good and not-so-good days during this lockdown. Adam revisits the work of Elmore Leonard adapted for the big screen, Will finds comfort in binge-worthy television, and Norm recommends two offbeat comedies to stream. What should the guys watch for a Spoilercast next week?
The Good Guys Wear Masks – Still Untitled: The Adam Savage Project – 4/7/20
April 07, 2020 07:00 - 34 minutes - 16.3 MBAdam gives us an update on how his finger is healing, talks about his weekend of making masks at home, and we all find comfort in binging 30 Rock. Plus, the different ways we're coping while bunkering down with family, and how to find time for distractions and still find joy all around us.
The Good Guys Wear Masks - Still Untitled: The Adam Savage Project - 4/7/20
April 07, 2020 07:00 - 34 minutes - 16.3 MBAdam gives us an update on how his finger is healing, talks about his weekend of making masks at home, and we all find comfort in binging 30 Rock. Plus, the different ways we're coping while bunkering down with family, and how to find time for distractions and still find joy all around us.
Adam's Finger Accident - Still Untitled: The Adam Savage Project - 3/31/20
March 31, 2020 14:00 - 46 minutes - 21.6 MBLongterm haircut and beard trimming strategies are discussed this week as we enter week three of working from home. Adam tells the harrowing tale of a hand injury he sustained late last week that was truly frightening, Norm finishes the West Wing, and we point to some resources for makers 3d printing PPE for health care workers.
Adam's Finger Accident – Still Untitled: The Adam Savage Project – 3/31/20
March 31, 2020 14:00 - 46 minutes - 21.6 MBLongterm haircut and beard trimming strategies are discussed this week as we enter week three of working from home. Adam tells the harrowing tale of a hand injury he sustained late last week that was truly frightening, Norm finishes the West Wing, and we point to some resources for makers 3d printing PPE for health care workers.
Baby Zoomers – Still Untitled: The Adam Savage Project – 3/24/20
March 24, 2020 14:00 - 48 minutes - 22.6 MBWeek two into our work-from-home reality, we check in to talk about Adam's livestreaming experiments, his build of the Ecto-1 model kit, and why we feel so strongly about staying at home during this time. Video conferencing as a means for connection is also creating new social norms and changing the way we hang out with our family, friends, and co-workers.
Baby Zoomers - Still Untitled: The Adam Savage Project - 3/24/20
March 24, 2020 14:00 - 48 minutes - 22.6 MBWeek two into our work-from-home reality, we check in to talk about Adam's livestreaming experiments, his build of the Ecto-1 model kit, and why we feel so strongly about staying at home during this time. Video conferencing as a means for connection is also creating new social norms and changing the way we hang out with our family, friends, and co-workers.
A New Normal – Still Untitled: The Adam Savage Project – 3/17/20
March 17, 2020 14:00 - 37 minutes - 17.7 MBWe're podcasting remotely this week, and for the foreseeable future as the team adheres to social distancing recommendations in the wake of the Covid19 outbreak. Adam, Norm, and Will check in to talk about how they're dealing with the isolation and what they're watching in the meantime. We discuss the film 1917, some more West Wing, and some interesting facts about toilet paper.
A New Normal - Still Untitled: The Adam Savage Project - 3/17/20
March 17, 2020 14:00 - 37 minutes - 17.7 MBWe're podcasting remotely this week, and for the foreseeable future as the team adheres to social distancing recommendations in the wake of the Covid19 outbreak. Adam, Norm, and Will check in to talk about how they're dealing with the isolation and what they're watching in the meantime. We discuss the film 1917, some more West Wing, and some interesting facts about toilet paper.
Tested Turns 10! – Still Untitled: The Adam Savage Project – 3/10/20
March 10, 2020 07:00 - 40 minutes - 18.7 MBFor this very special anniversary episode, we're joined by producer Joey to talk about the past 10 years of Tested! From our very first days covering technology, to teaming up with Adam, and the adventures we've been on since. It's been a long road, and thanks for coming along with us!
Tested Turns 10! - Still Untitled: The Adam Savage Project - 3/10/20
March 10, 2020 07:00 - 40 minutes - 18.7 MBFor this very special anniversary episode, we're joined by producer Joey to talk about the past 10 years of Tested! From our very first days covering technology, to teaming up with Adam, and the adventures we've been on since. It's been a long road, and thanks for coming along with us!
Worst Place for Selfies – Still Untitled: The Adam Savage Project – 3/3/20
March 04, 2020 00:00 - 35 minutes - 16.7 MBAdam is back from an awesome time at C2E2, his first time at that convention. We talk about his Captain America costume, Cixin Liu's book Supernova Era, and tease some upcoming shop builds. Plus, a plea to vote in the election if you haven't yet and have a chance today!
Worst Place for Selfies - Still Untitled: The Adam Savage Project - 3/3/20
March 04, 2020 00:00 - 35 minutes - 16.7 MBAdam is back from an awesome time at C2E2, his first time at that convention. We talk about his Captain America costume, Cixin Liu's book Supernova Era, and tease some upcoming shop builds. Plus, a plea to vote in the election if you haven't yet and have a chance today!
Plumbing Stories - Still Untitled: The Adam Savage Project - 2/25/20
February 25, 2020 08:00 - 35 minutes - 16.6 MBAdam and Norm are back from a week in New Zealand, and tease some of the things they saw at filmed at Weta Workshop. We also trade stories from past plumbing misadventures, and talk about Adam's new role as creative director of SiliCon!
Plumbing Stories – Still Untitled: The Adam Savage Project – 2/25/20
February 25, 2020 08:00 - 35 minutes - 16.6 MBAdam and Norm are back from a week in New Zealand, and tease some of the things they saw at filmed at Weta Workshop. We also trade stories from past plumbing misadventures, and talk about Adam's new role as creative director of SiliCon!
Back in Wellington – Still Untitled: The Adam Savage Project – 2/18/20
February 18, 2020 17:42 - 42 minutes - 19.6 MBWe're back in Wellington, New Zealand this week at one of our favorite places in the world, Weta Workshop! Richard Taylor and sculptor Johnny Fraser-Allen graciously guest on the podcast to catch us up on what they've been working on, share fun stories of past projects, and as always inspire us with their enthusiasm and love for the creative process.
Back in Wellington - Still Untitled: The Adam Savage Project - 2/18/20
February 18, 2020 17:42 - 42 minutes - 19.6 MBWe're back in Wellington, New Zealand this week at one of our favorite places in the world, Weta Workshop! Richard Taylor and sculptor Johnny Fraser-Allen graciously guest on the podcast to catch us up on what they've been working on, share fun stories of past projects, and as always inspire us with their enthusiasm and love for the creative process.
Post-Oscars Glow – Still Untitled: The Adam Savage Project – 2/11/20
February 11, 2020 08:00 - 34 minutes - 16.2 MBAfter Parasite's big night at the Academy Awards, we talk about all the winners, surprises, and trends we saw from the celebration of this past year of movies (and love for South Korean cinema!). Plus, Norm returns from Walt Disney World, Adam recommends a book on the Wright Brothers, and we tease projects to come!
Post-Oscars Glow - Still Untitled: The Adam Savage Project - 2/11/20
February 11, 2020 08:00 - 34 minutes - 16.2 MBAfter Parasite's big night at the Academy Awards, we talk about all the winners, surprises, and trends we saw from the celebration of this past year of movies (and love for South Korean cinema!). Plus, Norm returns from Walt Disney World, Adam recommends a book on the Wright Brothers, and we tease projects to come!
Spot and Parasite SPOILERCAST - Still Untitled: The Adam Savage Project - 2/4/20
February 04, 2020 15:00 - 44 minutes - 20.9 MBNow that the robot dog is out of the bag, we can talk about Spot, Boston Dynamics' robot that's living in Adam's shop this year. We discuss how Spot operates, how people react to it, and tease some project ideas we have for it. Plus, it's finally time to dive into a discussion about Bong Joon-ho's Parasite! Spoilers toward the end of the episode!
Spot and Parasite SPOILERCAST – Still Untitled: The Adam Savage Project – 2/4/20
February 04, 2020 15:00 - 44 minutes - 20.9 MBNow that the robot dog is out of the bag, we can talk about Spot, Boston Dynamics' robot that's living in Adam's shop this year. We discuss how Spot operates, how people react to it, and tease some project ideas we have for it. Plus, it's finally time to dive into a discussion about Bong Joon-ho's Parasite! Spoilers toward the end of the episode!
Adam Goes to Camp – Still Untitled: The Adam Savage Project – 1/28/20
January 29, 2020 02:00 - 33 minutes - 15.9 MBAdam and Will return from a weekend away at ORD Camp, an annual gathering of curious folks from different walks of life to share ideas and learn uniquely interesting topics ranging from taxidermy, spacesuit design, and juggling. Let's hear some of their highlights from this unconference!
Adam Goes to Camp - Still Untitled: The Adam Savage Project - 1/28/20
January 29, 2020 02:00 - 33 minutes - 15.9 MBAdam and Will return from a weekend away at ORD Camp, an annual gathering of curious folks from different walks of life to share ideas and learn uniquely interesting topics ranging from taxidermy, spacesuit design, and juggling. Let's hear some of their highlights from this unconference!
Gratitude – Still Untitled: The Adam Savage Project – 1/21/20
January 21, 2020 08:00 - 33 minutes - 15.6 MBAdam reflects on the life and recent passing of his dog Huxley and we share stories of our pets. It's also the season of San Francisco's Sketchfest, and we catch ourselves coincidentally in the same place of a random West Wing rewatch. Give your pets an extra hug tonight, everyone!
Gratitude - Still Untitled: The Adam Savage Project - 1/21/20
January 21, 2020 08:00 - 33 minutes - 15.6 MBAdam reflects on the life and recent passing of his dog Huxley and we share stories of our pets. It's also the season of San Francisco's Sketchfest, and we catch ourselves coincidentally in the same place of a random West Wing rewatch. Give your pets an extra hug tonight, everyone!
Mark Rober, Friend of Science – Still Untitled: The Adam Savage Project – 1/14/20
January 14, 2020 15:00 - 45 minutes - 21.2 MBVery special guest Mark Rober joins us this week on the podcast, talking about his upcoming new show Revenge of the Nerd and the process of developing big ideas for his YouTube channel. Mark teases a preview of one of his upcoming videos, and geeks out with Adam over engineering solutions to deceptively-complex problems.
Mark Rober, Friend of Science - Still Untitled: The Adam Savage Project - 1/14/20
January 14, 2020 15:00 - 45 minutes - 21.2 MBVery special guest Mark Rober joins us this week on the podcast, talking about his upcoming new show Revenge of the Nerd and the process of developing big ideas for his YouTube channel. Mark teases a preview of one of his upcoming videos, and geeks out with Adam over engineering solutions to deceptively-complex problems.
The Land Cruiser Caper – Still Untitled: The Adam Savage Project – 1/7/20
January 08, 2020 02:00 - 50 minutes - 23.3 MBHappy new year! Back in the cave after a week off, we catch up on what we did to celebrate the holidays and ring in 2020. Adam shares the saga of his stolen Land Cruiser and the adventure in recovering it. Plus, we talk about the plethora of films we enjoyed over the break, including Uncut Gems, Jojo Rabbit, Little Women, 1917, and Hustlers!
The Land Cruiser Caper - Still Untitled: The Adam Savage Project - 1/7/20
January 08, 2020 02:00 - 50 minutes - 23.3 MBHappy new year! Back in the cave after a week off, we catch up on what we did to celebrate the holidays and ring in 2020. Adam shares the saga of his stolen Land Cruiser and the adventure in recovering it. Plus, we talk about the plethora of films we enjoyed over the break, including Uncut Gems, Jojo Rabbit, Little Women, 1917, and Hustlers!
The Rise of Skywalker SPOILERCAST - Still Untitled: The Adam Savage Project - 12/24/19
December 24, 2019 08:00 - 34 minutes - 16.3 MBHappy Christmas eve, everyone! On our final episode of Still Untitled for the year, we had to discuss Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker! Adam and Will had just come back to the cave after watching it, so their impressions are fresh. Suffice to say, we go into full spoilers for this conversation!
The Rise of Skywalker SPOILERCAST – Still Untitled: The Adam Savage Project – 12/24/19
December 24, 2019 08:00 - 34 minutes - 16.3 MBHappy Christmas eve, everyone! On our final episode of Still Untitled for the year, we had to discuss Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker! Adam and Will had just come back to the cave after watching it, so their impressions are fresh. Suffice to say, we go into full spoilers for this conversation!
Watchmen SPOILERCAST – Still Untitled: The Adam Savage Project – 12/17/19
December 18, 2019 08:00 - 48 minutes - 22.6 MBOne week before Christmas! We gather to remember the work of Muppeteer Carroll Spinney and the warmth and kindness he brought to Big Bird. It's also the day after we've seen the Watchmen finale, so we dive into the themes of the series and how we reacted to the final episode. Spoiler-free discussion comes first, and then full spoilers within!
Watchmen SPOILERCAST - Still Untitled: The Adam Savage Project - 12/17/19
December 18, 2019 08:00 - 48 minutes - 22.6 MBOne week before Christmas! We gather to remember the work of Muppeteer Carroll Spinney and the warmth and kindness he brought to Big Bird. It's also the day after we've seen the Watchmen finale, so we dive into the themes of the series and how we reacted to the final episode. Spoiler-free discussion comes first, and then full spoilers within!
Best Day for Museums – Still Untitled: The Adam Savage Project – 12/10/19
December 10, 2019 08:00 - 30 minutes - 14.2 MBWhen are the best days to visit museums without big crowds? We discuss our strategies to go to attractions during the holidays, talk Dickens Fair, and gush over a recent build. Plus, we also decide on the spot to jump into a mini-Spoilercast for the most recent few episodes of Watchmen. Skip the end if you haven't seen the show yet!
Best Day for Museums - Still Untitled: The Adam Savage Project - 12/10/19
December 10, 2019 08:00 - 30 minutes - 14.2 MBWhen are the best days to visit museums without big crowds? We discuss our strategies to go to attractions during the holidays, talk Dickens Fair, and gush over a recent build. Plus, we also decide on the spot to jump into a mini-Spoilercast for the most recent few episodes of Watchmen. Skip the end if you haven't seen the show yet!
Comfort Builds – Still Untitled: The Adam Savage Project – 12/3/19
December 03, 2019 15:00 - 45 minutes - 42.4 MBThe cave is cold so Adam puts on his Deckard coat as we recount our Thanksgiving stories with guest Jen Schachter! We chat about some favorite things to do in San Francisco, recent shows we're enjoying, and two thoroughly enjoyable builds that Adam commenced this past week!
Comfort Builds - Still Untitled: The Adam Savage Project - 12/3/19
December 03, 2019 15:00 - 45 minutes - 42.4 MBThe cave is cold so Adam puts on his Deckard coat as we recount our Thanksgiving stories with guest Jen Schachter! We chat about some favorite things to do in San Francisco, recent shows we're enjoying, and two thoroughly enjoyable builds that Adam commenced this past week!
Tooling and Tool Collecting - Still Untitled: The Adam Savage Project - 11/26/19
November 26, 2019 15:00 - 38 minutes - 17.8 MBWe welcome back to the podcast Zach Radding--maker of awesome things and build contributor to Savage Builds! We talk about some of his favorite tools, injection mold tooling, and the kind of prototyping work he does for companies. Plus, Adam recaps some of his adventures on the set of The Expanse, and Norm lists his favorite things from DesignerCon!
Tooling and Tool Collecting – Still Untitled: The Adam Savage Project – 11/26/19
November 26, 2019 15:00 - 38 minutes - 17.8 MBWe welcome back to the podcast Zach Radding--maker of awesome things and build contributor to Savage Builds! We talk about some of his favorite tools, injection mold tooling, and the kind of prototyping work he does for companies. Plus, Adam recaps some of his adventures on the set of The Expanse, and Norm lists his favorite things from DesignerCon!
Half-Man, Half-Delorean (Spoiler-Free) - Still Untitled: The Adam Savage Project - 11/19/19
November 19, 2019 08:00 - 33 minutes - 15.7 MBBack in the cave again, we discuss our thoughts on the new Disney+ show The Mandalorian, doing our best to avoid plot spoilers (aside from what's been seen in the trailers). We also talk about the cinema influences to Star Wars, and give a big recommendation to the documentary series The Imagineering Story.
Half-Man, Half-Delorean (Spoiler-Free) – Still Untitled: The Adam Savage Project – 11/19/19
November 19, 2019 08:00 - 33 minutes - 15.7 MBBack in the cave again, we discuss our thoughts on the new Disney+ show The Mandalorian, doing our best to avoid plot spoilers (aside from what's been seen in the trailers). We also talk about the cinema influences to Star Wars, and give a big recommendation to the documentary series The Imagineering Story.
Works Outs and Watchmen - Still Untitled: The Adam Savage Project - 11/12/19
November 12, 2019 15:00 - 39 minutes - 18.3 MBWe're recording in the Tested studio this week as Adam's shop is filled with projects we can't show yet! Adam shares his new VR workout and shares a story about Jamie, plus we discuss the first three episodes of Watchmen and the incredible performances on that show.
Workouts and Watchmen - Still Untitled: The Adam Savage Project - 11/12/19
November 12, 2019 15:00 - 39 minutes - 18.3 MBWe're recording in the Tested studio this week as Adam's shop is filled with projects we can't show yet! Adam shares his new VR workout and shares a story about Jamie, plus we discuss the first three episodes of Watchmen and the incredible performances on that show.
Workouts and Watchmen – Still Untitled: The Adam Savage Project – 11/12/19
November 12, 2019 15:00 - 39 minutes - 18.3 MBWe're recording in the Tested studio this week as Adam's shop is filled with projects we can't show yet! Adam shares his new VR workout and shares a story about Jamie, plus we discuss the first three episodes of Watchmen and the incredible performances on that show.
Numberphile – Still Untitled: The Adam Savage Project – 11/5/19
November 05, 2019 15:00 - 44 minutes - 20.7 MBWe have a special guest this week: Brady Haran, creator of the YouTube channel Numberphile! We welcome Brady to the cave and talk about the origin of Numberphile--along with Brady's other channels--his video making process, and some of his favorite Numerphile episodes.