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The Mike Neumann Show
Hosted by Mike Neumann · EN
A variety podcast, minus the singing and dancing. You're welcome.
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Max Plancked
4w ago01:02:55Tap to summarizeEpisode 79: Max Plancked Mike Neumann and Dr. Tim Jurgensen discuss their experiences with AI engines, particularly DuckDuckGo's AI, which has been providing detailed answers to complex queries. Tim explores theoretical physics, focusing on the Higgs field and the holographic principle, which suggests the universe is a projection of information. They delve into the nature of fields, such as the electromagnetic and gravitational fields, and their differences. Tim also reflects on the philosophical implications of these concepts, including the idea that reality might be a projection and the role of information in the universe's creation. They conclude with reflections on faith and the compatibility of science and religion. Go Podcasting! -- Mike The needs are still there, folks. Seriously. Even still in May 2026. Please consider supporting these organizations with your time, treasure, and talent if you are able! Texas Hill Country July 2025 Flood Relief Efforts: Kerr County (Texas) Flood Relief Fund Texas Community Recovery
Transcribe →Good Vibrations
Apr 2501:21:45Tap to summarizeEpisode 78: Good Vibrations Mike Neumann and Dr. Tim Jurgensen discuss reconciling science and religion, focusing on quantum mechanics and general relativity. They explore reality as a projection of information, referencing the Higgs field and holographic principle. Tim explains quantum mechanics’ probabilistic nature, string theory, and the Casimir effect, and teases at quantum entanglement and virtual particles in empty space. The conversation also covers the Higgs boson’s discovery; particularly as evidence of the Higgs field. They reflect on how scientific reality can accommodate or even require the concept of God. Go Podcasting! -- Mike The needs are still there, folks. Seriously. Even still in April 2026. Please consider supporting these organizations with your time, treasure, and talent if you are able! Texas Hill Country July 2025 Flood Relief Efforts: Kerr County (Texas) Flood Relief Fund Texas Community Recovery
Transcribe →Turtles
Mar 2101:00:00Tap to summarizeEpisode 77: Turtles Mike Neumann and Dr. Tim Jurgensen discuss various topics in episode 77 of the Mike Neumann Show. They reminisce about childhood games and experiences, including Tim's recollection of jumping into a deep ravine and Mike's son's imaginative play. They also touch on the unpredictability of weather, with Tim noting extreme temperature fluctuations in Oklahoma; aka Springtime. The conversation shifts to the impact of AI on personalized shopping, where Tim explains how he strategically buys items from different stores to take advantage of price differences. They also discuss the manipulative nature of online content, particularly YouTube videos, which use bunny trails to extend video length and increase ad revenue. The episode concludes with Mike encouraging listeners to support the podcast through the value4value model. Go Podcasting! -- Mike The needs are still there, folks. Please consider supporting these organizations with your time, treasure, and talent if you are able! Texas Hill Country July 2025 Flood Relief Efforts: Kerr County (Texas) Flood Relief Fund Texas Community Recovery
Transcribe →Seinfeldish
Feb 1400:55:55Tap to summarizeEpisode 76: Seinfeldish Mike Neumann and Dr. Tim Jurgensen discuss their experiences and reflections on travel, including an unrelated recent conversation where Dr. Tim started eight different trains of thought without concluding any. They reminisce about past trips, such as Dr. Tim's first international, trip to Paris, where he faced various challenges, including a baggage handler strike at LHR. They also talk about their experiences with food courts in cities like Singapore and Hong Kong. The conversation ends with a light-hearted reflection on their Seinfeld-like discussion style. Go Podcasting! -- Mike The needs are still there, folks. Please consider supporting these organizations with your time, treasure, and talent if you are able! Texas Hill Country July 2025 Flood Relief Efforts: Kerr County (Texas) Flood Relief Fund Texas Community Recovery
Transcribe →All Things
Jan 3101:26:52Tap to summarizeEpisode 75: All Things Mike Neumann and Dr. Tim Jurgensen met up for their first chat of 2026, reflecting on nostalgia, existential topics, and much less weighty matters. Tim shares his experience of accidentally matching a new blanket to his wife's pillowcases. Tim explores YouTube videos on heat transfer and insulation, questioning whether the content is AI-generated specifically for his consumption. They discuss the organization of physical and digital media, including CDs and photo albums. They conclude with a philosophical discussion on the interplay between scientific theories and spiritual beliefs, particularly regarding the Big Bang and black holes. Go Podcasting! -- Mike The needs are still there, folks. Please consider supporting these organizations with your time, treasure, and talent if you are able! Texas Hill Country July 2025 Flood Relief Efforts: Kerr County (Texas) Flood Relief Fund Texas Community Recovery
Transcribe →Satellites and Streams
Dec 1300:56:12Tap to summarizeEpisode 74: Satellites and Streams Mike Neumann and Dr. Tim Jurgensen discuss the development of a satellite-based streaming system for oil field data transmission in the early 1980s. Tim, who wrote the code for the system, explains its purpose: to transmit large data sets from remote oil wells to offices in real-time. The system used a portable satellite Earth station, which could be set up in minutes, unlike traditional larger-dish truck-and-trailer rigs that took hours. They highlight the regulatory challenges and technological advancements, including the use of FORTRAN for real-time data streaming. Tim also reflects on the historical significance of their work and the evolution of streaming technology. Go Podcasting! -- Mike The needs are still there, folks. Please consider supporting these organizations with your time, treasure, and talent if you are able! Texas Hill Country July 2025 Flood Relief Efforts: Kerr County (Texas) Flood Relief Fund Texas Community Recovery
Transcribe →What Happened?
Dec 601:06:39Tap to summarizeEpisode 73: What Happened? Mike Neumann and Dr. Tim Jurgensen discuss a story about a young man whose passport was reported stolen while traveling to a Caribbean country. The man was detained and deported, and his passport was confiscated. They debate the effectiveness of passports and the protocols for marking them as stolen. Mike suggests the young man should contact the State Department for assistance. They also discuss the challenges of international travel, the role of airlines in passport checks, and the potential for fraud. The conversation concludes with reflections on generational differences and the importance of adaptability in modern systems. Go Podcasting! -- Mike The needs are still there, folks. Please consider supporting these organizations with your time, treasure, and talent if you are able! Texas Hill Country July 2025 Flood Relief Efforts: Kerr County (Texas) Flood Relief Fund Texas Community Recovery
Transcribe →Our Turn with AI
Nov 1501:02:31Tap to summarizeEpisode 72: Our Turn with AI Mike Neumann and Dr. Tim Jurgensen reflect on past episodes and the range of their discussions. Mike mentions Apple's adoption of Podcasting 2.0 RSS namespace. Tim brings up the trustworthiness (or not) of AI engines which was prompted by a customer service interaction. They delve into AI's motivations, if any, and its ability to learn and adapt, and the potential for AI to create personalized content. Tim shares his concerns about AI's influence on society, including its impact on individual privacy and the broader implications for human interaction and decision-making. Go Podcasting! -- Mike Texas Hill Country July 2025 Flood Relief Efforts: Kerr County (Texas) Flood Relief Fund Texas Community Recovery
Transcribe →Eclecticish
Oct 2500:57:24Tap to summarizeEpisode 71: Eclecticish Mike Neumann and Dr. Tim Jurgensen met once again for a little breakfast followed by conversation at our favorite North Austin, TX eatery. Never to be daunted by having nothing to discuss, we ended up stumbling around the barn a few times loosly on the subject of Morality vs Ethics. That's my summary, and I'm sticking to it. No "AI" involved in this description at all (which also, in a way, showed up in this week's chat). Go Podcasting! -- Mike Texas Hill Country July 2025 Flood Relief Efforts: Kerr County (Texas) Flood Relief Fund Texas Community Recovery
Transcribe →Language
Oct 1801:09:14Tap to summarizeEpisode 70: Language Mike Neumann and Dr. Tim Jurgensen discuss the evolution of communication and current events in their 70th podcast episode. They critique the U.S. Senate's filibuster system in the context of the ongoing FY26 government "shutdown". The conversation shifts to the evolution of language, highlighting specialization and slang as key drivers. They also explore the historical role of media in shaping public perception, from newspapers to radio to modern digital platforms, and the rapid changes in video editing and advertising strategies. Go Podcasting! -- Mike Texas Hill Country July 2025 Flood Relief Efforts: Kerr County (Texas) Flood Relief Fund Texas Community Recovery
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