Category Archives: Diversions

Scary, But In a Good Way-Project Natal

Okay, I’m blown away.  When I first heard about Project Natal from Microsoft, I thought, “C’mon, how good can this be?”  Then I kept getting more info about it, and I saw the concept video (below).  Then I though, “C’mon, … Continue reading

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Flying Over Hana

For today’s video, I’m just referencing an episode that I released yesterday for my podcast, The Student Pilot Cast.  This is a flight that Crystal and I took (separately, since it only has two seats) in Hana, Hawaii on Maui … Continue reading

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Daily Flip 5 – SGTRI

Well, I did another triathlon last weekend, the SGTRI.  Actually, while a different race, it was the same venue from my first full tri which got cancelled due to weather after the swim.  This time wind and waves got the … Continue reading

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A Little Effort this Year

Okay…so I usually don’t go all out for seasonal decorations…it’s just not my thing, but for some unknown reason, I decided to put a little effort into our pumpkin carving this year for Halloween.  I did a little research on … Continue reading

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Podapalooza 2008 Posted on Student Pilot Cast

I’ve just released part 1 of the 2008 edition of Podapalooza on my aviation podcast, which was recorded in Oshkosh at EAA Airventure.  Podapalooza is the gathering of aviation podcasters in Oshkosh each year.  As well as being released on … Continue reading

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Xbox 360 Gets a Facelift

As E3 continues, we got some updates yesterday from Microsoft on the future of the Xbox 360.  It turns out the with the Fall release, a lot of changes are coming.  First, for the first time in history (according to … Continue reading

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Right in the Face!

Well, when your buddy who has a night job can’t stay awake for game night, we can’t be held responsible for what happens. Writing on Todd's Face from Bill Williams on Vimeo. Sorry for the video quality…it was dark!

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Green Crude (Gas) Made From….Algae?

As a SCUBA diver, and former marine aquarium junkie, I know a fair share about algae…you know, the nasty green or brown tiny plants that grow on the glass of an aquarium, or that turn ponds and unkept pools green?  … Continue reading

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Trent and I Go Flying

Trent and I went over to Chandler Airport today and jumped in a Cherokee 160 (with a CFI), and took a quick trip down to Casa Grande. We didn’t do this to go to Casa Grande, mind you, but for … Continue reading

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Melissa goes to Hollywood

My friends Melissa and Reed entered a commercial contest for some Dove product.  This is the result.  I guess I’m acting publicist. Once it shows up sometime after January 5th, you can vote for this entry here. UPDATE:  You can … Continue reading

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Zune 2 + 1 Day

Well…its official.  The Sun Devils, even in a tie for the PAC 10 title with USC and a fabulous 10-2 season, were snubbed from the BCS.  Oh well…you can’t control it, so you’ve got to roll with the punches.  We … Continue reading

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A Tribute to Past Sun Devils

A youtube video for you Sun Devil fans.

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