An Epic Trip

23/02/2025 53 min Episodio 2
An Epic Trip

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Aubrey's Boxing Experience:- Attended her coach's professional boxing match, her first-ever pro fight.- Describes the intensity of 3-minute rounds and the brutal nature of the sport.- Insight into weight cuts and the physical toll on fighters.Book Talk -- Brandon Sanderson's Cosmere:- Peter finishes The Lost Metal and prepares for Wind and Truth by watching a 3-hour recap video.- Aubrey finishes Wind and Truth and dives into The Sunlit Man, discussing the interconnectedness of the Cosmere.- Both discuss Tress of the Emerald Sea and how it serves as a great entry point to Sanderson's universe.Epic Systems Campus Tour:- Aubrey shares her visit to Epic Systems' whimsical and surreal campus in Madison, Wisconsin.- Descriptions of themed buildings (Wizarding, Alice in Wonderland, Chocolate Factory) and over-the-top decor.- The quirky layout includes tunnels, galaxy carpets, and immersive themed environments.- Peter recalls his experience at Epic, humorously comparing it to a parody of Silicon Valley excess.Rants on Electronic Medical Records:- Peter explains his love-hate relationship with Epic as an EMR, likening it to choosing the least bad STD.- Critiques on how EMRs prioritize billing and coding over patient care.- Insight into the history of Epic, which started as billing software.Tech and Science Corner:- Discussion on Ozempic and Wegovy's impact on elective surgeries due to delayed gastric emptying.- Aubrey explains a breakthrough in quantum computing with Microsoft's Majorana 1 chip, potentially revolutionizing simulations.- Peter passionately explains why encryption backdoors are inherently flawed.- Criticism of UK's request to Apple to implement a global backdoor.