Opposable Thumbs
Opposable Thumbs
Rob Ray and Taylor Hokanson
We (Taylor Hokanson and Rob Ray) assign ourselves (and a guest) a new creative challenge every two weeks. We then talk about our discoveries, problems, solutions, failures and successes and.... try to steer clear of catastrophic shop accidents.
Episode 100: Wow! Episode 100! Animal Farm, Python & Fonts... Oh My!
Props to Wesley Ellis, Blondihacks, Nik Kantar, Walter Kitundu, Federico Tobon, Kelly Martin, Luke Noonan, Mike Tully, Adam Mayer, David Bellhorn, Tim Sway and Charlene McBride! They're our top Patreon supporters! Join 'em at: https://www.patreon.com/opposablethumbs Jason Soliday is our awesome editor. He is friendly, conscientious and a master of the craft. Hit him up if you need an editor or soundwizard of any kind. http://www.jsoliday.com/aboutLinks:hard out - WiktionaryAnimal Farmfine_with_this - TwitchBucky's Animal Spirit | Rob RayAmazon.com: Sungwoo Foldable Silicone Keyboard USB Wired Waterproof Rollup Keyboard for PC Notebook Laptop (All Black): Computers & AccessoriesThe Complete Maus: A Survivor's TaleCurses Programming with Python — Python 3.9.5 documentationRaspberry Pi 4 Model B - 2 GB RAM : ID 4292 : $35.00 : Adafruit Industries, Unique & fun DIY electronics and kitsJurassic Park (1993) - IMDbThe Exploited (Wattie Buchan)@ MOTOCULTOR 2013 | MOTOCULTOR … | FlickrHow ILM Blended Practical and Digital Effects for ‘Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom’ | Animation World NetworkWhy Jurassic Park's CGI Still Looks So Good | Screen RantTRUST :: dystopian bass fictionsFontForge Open Source Font EditorPodcast | Cool ToolsCalligraphr - Draw your own fonts.GrammarlyMicrosoft Editor: Spelling & Grammar Checker - Chrome Web StoreWhen William Faulkner Set the World Record for Writing the Longest Sentence in Literature: Read the 1,288-Word Sentence from Absalom, Absalom! | Open CultureMoby Dick: Or, the White WhaleThe Absolute Originality of Georges Perec | The New YorkerThe best of Georges Perec | Fiction | The GuardianGenerated Photos | Unique, worry-free model photosSoul (2020) - IMDbAnimators of Disney Pixar’s ‘Soul’ on the film’s intimidating rendering challenges - The HinduNoods Radio | Broadcasting from BristolRadio Data System - WikipediaHow do you do, fellow kids?KITUNDU
Jun 16, 2021
32 min
Episode 99: Jason Soliday is our guest! (and also our awesome editor!)
Props to Wesley Ellis, Blondihacks, Nik Kantar, Walter Kitundu, Federico Tobon, Kelly Martin, Luke Noonan, Mike Tully, Adam Mayer, David Bellhorn, Tim Sway and Charlene McBride! They're our top Patreon supporters! Join 'em at: https://www.patreon.com/opposablethumbs Jason Soliday is our awesome editor. He is friendly, conscientious and a master of the craft. Hit him up if you need an editor or soundwizard of any kind. http://www.jsoliday.com/aboutSpecial Guest: Jason Soliday.Links:jsolidaysoundcrack - YouTubeMusic | bran(...)posJS (@cranksatori) / TwitterBRAN(...)POS (@branpos) / TwitterDEADTECH Archives The noise scene's lost Enemy, a trumpeter's growth spurt, and one schmaltzy goodbye | Three Beats | Chicago Reader — EnemyEnemyHeaven Gallery (@heavengallerychicago) • Instagram photos and videosPhilip von Zweck (@pvonzweck) / TwitterPhilip von Zweck - Faculty - Academics - Columbia College ChicagoChicago ReaderMusic for Speech Synthesis | J.Soliday | Crank Satoripulse machine xor moves | J.Soliday | Crank SatoriVCV Rack - The Eurorack Simulator for Windows/Mac/Linuxmacumbista.net » Macumbista Benjolin V5Cycling '74Music | tracedobjectsFWT Project Development – Taylor HokansonRoland - TR-8S | Rhythm Performer
May 19, 2021
33 min
Episode 98: Generative Art Maker Michelle Chandra is our guest! (re-post)
Michelle Chandra is our guest this episode! Welcome Michelle! Michelle makes awesome artworks using a pen plotter! Rob and Taylor ask her a lot of questions about her process and history with programming, software, pens and the fun of converting the digital to the physical. We also talk about waveform modulations, fractals and other cool stuff! Taylor's Art Assignment: Pick a memory with a place that is very important to you. Then think of an album you associate with that place and then listen to the album and draw that place from memory. Props to Wesley Ellis, Blondihacks, Nik Kantar, Walter Kitundu, Federico Tobon, Kelly Martin, Luke Noonan, Mike Tully, Adam Mayer, David Bellhorn, Tim Sway and Charlene McBride! They're our top Patreon supporters! Join 'em at: https://www.patreon.com/opposablethumbs Jason Soliday is our awesome editor. He is friendly, conscientious and a master of the craft. Hit him up if you need an editor or soundwizard of any kind. http://www.jsoliday.com/aboutLinks:Michelle Chandra (@dirtalleydesign) • Instagram photos and videosArt by Michelle Chandra - Generative Spirographs and Maze Maps – Dirt Alley DesignArt by Michelle Chandra - Generative Spirographs and Maze Maps – Dirt Alley DesignArt by Michelle Chandra - Generative Spirographs and Maze Maps – Dirt Alley Design(20) Michelle Chandra (@dirtalleydesign) / TwitterAxiDraw V3Interaction of ColorJellyfish Jam Plotter Drawing - Limited Edition of 5 – Dirt Alley DesignDraw Freely | InkscapeWelcome to Python.orgTeach, Learn, and Make with Raspberry PiBuy a Raspberry Pi Pico – Raspberry PiElements of Art: Shape and the Phyllotaxis Spiral – Dirt Alley DesignFrench Paper | Specialty Paper & Quality Card StockSakura Gelly Roll Pens | BLICK Art MaterialsFaber-Castell Ecco Pigment Pen - 0.1 mm - Black | JetPensStabilo Point 88 Fineliner Marker Pens: Fun & Vibrant Colors | JetPensFaber-Castell - YouTubeOpposable Thumbs Episode 69: BreathingwolfCat workshop – the art of federico tobonMaterials: Hard + Soft — Greater Denton Arts CouncilMaterials: Hard + Soft Store — Greater Denton Arts Council
Feb 21, 2021
43 min
Episode 96: Sidney Fernandez: a maker of many awesome things!
Yes! Sidney Fernandez is our guest this episode! Sid is a LARPer, fencing enthusiast, seamstress, cyberdeck builder and maker of many wonderful things. We talk about Épée sabre, SCA and Amtgard battle gaming. Sidney shares her process of wire-brushing woodgrain into L200 EVA foam for her creation of a foam macuahuitl for a friend. We also learn about Sid's cyberdeck build. A shout out to Frank, Stanley, Katie, Albee and Mr. Bojangles! (sorry for any misspellings). Props to Wesley Ellis, Blondihacks, Nik Kantar, Walter Kitundu, Federico Tobon, Kelly Martin, Luke Noonan, Mike Tully, Adam Mayer, David Bellhorn, Tim Sway and Charlene McBride! They're our top Patreon supporters! Join 'em at: https://www.patreon.com/opposablethumbs Jason Soliday is our awesome editor. He is friendly, conscientious and a master of the craft. Hit him up if you need an editor or soundwizard of any kind. http://www.jsoliday.com/aboutLinks:Amtgard - WikipediaTwin Mask LARP, General Chat | FacebookSociety for Creative AnachronismA Fire Upon the DeepÉpée - WikipediaMacuahuitl - WikipediaSand mandala - WikipediaThe Basic Knowledge of Sumi Ink presented by the PIGMENT chief Iwaizumi | PIGMENT ONLINE SHOPDifferent Types of Kiln ConstructionAnimal FarmThe Death of Stalin (2017) - Rotten Tomatoes — WHATSara SchnadtBengal Spice Herbal Tea | Celestial SeasoningsThe Programming Language LuaTim Sway Perspectives - HOMENew Perspectives Music - Guitar, Reclaimed, Bass GuitarNo Thank You EvilWideskall 2" inch Mini Metal Spring Clamps w/Red Rubber Tips Clips (Pack of 12) - - Amazon.comAmazon.com: Canon Selphy CP1300 Wireless Compact Photo Printer with AirPrint and Mopria Device Printing, Black (2234C001): CANONAmazon.com: Canon RP-108 Color Ink/Paper Set, Compatible with Selphy CP910/CP820/CP1200/CP1300: CANON
Feb 3, 2021
46 min
Episode 95: Happy New Year and F Chords for Everybody! (recorded 12.28.2020 which was 500 years ago)
Happy New Year Everybody! No guest today! Just Taylor trying to play F chords and Rob getting weapons thrown in his yard. Props to Wesley Ellis, Blondihacks, Nik Kantar, Walter Kitundu, Federico Tobon, Kelly Martin, Luke Noonan, Mike Tully, Adam Mayer, David Bellhorn, Tim Sway and Charlene McBride! They're our top Patreon supporters! Join 'em at: https://www.patreon.com/opposablethumbs Jason Soliday is our awesome editor. He is friendly, conscientious and a master of the craft. Hit him up if you need an editor or soundwizard of any kind. http://www.jsoliday.com/aboutLinks:The Dreaded F Chord | JustinGuitar.com2020 Nashville bombing - WikipediaCalifornia City : NPRDepartment of Business Oversight sues to stop $30 million Silver Saddle Ranch investment fraud | News | desertnews.comBecome a Drone PilotNot 911Home | Emergent WorksKiwiSDR: locating numbers stations and field agents › Priyom.orgHow the Police Killed Breonna Taylor - The New York Times
Jan 18, 2021
25 min
Episode 94: Zine maker extraordinaire Liz Mason is our guest this episode!
Woo! Liz Mason is our guest this episode! Liz has been self-publishing for over twenty years. Recent published works include Caboose #12 and Cul-de-sac #8, Awesome Things #3 and the wonderfully titled Prizes Zine: Things My Dad Has Had to Take Out of Animals and Dance Dance Party Party Zine Zine We talk about zines, the coolness of independent radio (shout out to WZRD!), Quimby's bookstore, reluctant capitalism, Winston Smith, Chicago, Most Wanted and Most Unwanted, collage, Martha Quinn's Group Hug, consentacle, Herman Li, reaktorplayer and Hacker Noon. Props to Wesley Ellis, Blondihacks, Nik Kantar, Walter Kitundu, Federico Tobon, Kelly Martin, Luke Noonan, Mike Tully, Adam Mayer, David Bellhorn, Tim Sway and Charlene McBride! They're our top Patreon supporters! Join 'em at: https://www.patreon.com/opposablethumbs Jason Soliday is our awesome editor. He is friendly, conscientious and a master of the craft. Hit him up if you need an editor or soundwizard of any kind. http://www.jsoliday.com/aboutLinks:Liz MasonLiz Mason (@CabooseZine) / TwitterQuimby's BookstoreQuimbys Bookstore (@quimbysbookstore) • Instagram photos and videosLizMasonZines by LizMasonZines on EtsySubGenius BooksCaboose Zine 12 | EtsyCul-de-sac 8 Past Lives zine | EtsyCaboose Zine 9 Masons on Masons: How to Start a Secret | EtsyDance Dance Party Party Zine Zine | EtsyAwesome Things zine 3 | EtsyPlease Kill Me Online - the Uncensored Oral History of PunkPlease Kill Me: The Uncensored Oral History of Punk - The BookPrizes Zine: Things My Dad Has Had to Take Out of Animals | EtsyThe Most and Least Wanted PaintingsOpposable Thumbs is creating a podcast | PatreonThe Found *NSYNC Fan Fiction Radio Hourfine_with_this - TwitchConsentacle | Board Game | BoardGameGeek(20) DragonForce - Through the Fire and Flames (Official Video) - YouTubeMartha Quinn - Group Hug! | Facebook(2) Martha Quinn Ⓥ on Twitter: "Group Hug today 11amPT/2pmET talking favorite holiday memories! This is definitely one of mine!! Join me https://t.co/lJ0Qfsm74V! https://t.co/1yW2786ERX" / Twitter(2) reaktorplayer (@reaktorplayer) / TwitterUsing the Microphone to Make Sound Reactive Art in Javascript | Hacker NoonQuimbys Bookstore (@quimbysbookstore) • Instagram photos and videos
Dec 23, 2020
47 min
Episode 93: Judith and Rushali from the hotnew.tech podcast are our guests!
Judith and Rushali are our guests this episode! California and India in tha house! You can check out their hotnew podcast over at http://hotnew.tech! (insert reggaeton airhorn blast here!) We talk about weird work titles, resumes, match making, God, menstrual cups, olafur eliasson, and genuine laughter. And community is weird, hard and awesome. You can check out our website at http://opposablepodcast.com Props to Wesley Ellis, Blondihacks, Nik Kantar, Walter Kitundu, Federico Tobon, Kelly Martin, Luke Noonan, Mike Tully, Adam Mayer, David Bellhorn, Tim Sway and Charlene McBride! They're our top Patreon supporters! Join 'em at: https://www.patreon.com/opposablethumbs Jason Soliday is our awesome editor. He friendly, conscientious and a master of the craft. Hit him up if you need an editor or soundwizard of any kind. http://www.jsoliday.com/aboutLinks:HOT NEW TECHAdvice for Creative Technologists | by Blair Neal | MediumRange: Why Generalists Triumph in a Specialized WorldIndian Matchmaking: The reality show that's divided viewers - BBC CultureHOT NEW TECHITP and IMAWhoops - YouTubeBlacklight – The Markup4077hawkeye – Aaron Parsekian(99+) Aaron Parsekian | LinkedInStudio Olafur EliassonGitHub - Hot-New-Tech/repository-of-genuine-laughter: A collection of audio recordings of genuine laughter.GitHub Archive Program | Preserving open source software for future generationsArctic stronghold of world’s seeds flooded after permafrost melts | Climate change | The GuardianNoun Project: Free Icons & Stock Photos for EverythingTutorial: DIY Mandala Coloring Book | Noun ProjectHOT NEW STOREfine_with_this - TwitchPublic CollectorsPUBLIC COLLECTORSPUBLIC COLLECTORSPublic Collectors Products - Half Letter PressDead Kennedys(3) Judith Prays (@JudithPrays) / Twitter(3) Hot New Tech (@HotNewDotTech) / TwitterJudith Prays (@judithprays) • Instagram photos and videosRushali Paratey (@ilahsur) • Instagram photos and videosRushaliTaylor Hokanson (@hokansontaylor) • Instagram photos and videosProjects – Taylor HokansonFeral Art and Technology | Rob RayShimmering Trashpile | Making a giant mess of length, width and height.(3) Profile / Twitter(3) Shimmering Trashpile (@shimtrashpile) / Twitter Changelog" rel="nofollow">JS Party Podcast with Jerod Santo, Emma Bostian, Feross Aboukhadijeh, Kevin Ball, Nick Nisi, Divya, Mikeal Rogers, Christopher Hiller, and Amal Hussein |> Changelog
Dec 10, 2020
51 min
Episode 92: Emily Velasco is our guest!
You can check out our projects at http://projects.opposablepodcast.com Props to Wesley Ellis, Blondihacks, Nik Kantar, Walter Kitundu, Federico Tobon, Kelly Martin, Luke Noonan, Mike Tully, Adam Mayer, David Bellhorn, Tim Sway and Charlene McBride! They're our top Patreon supporters! Join 'em at: https://www.patreon.com/opposablethumbs Jason Soliday is our awesome editor. He is friendly, conscientious and a master of the craft. Hit him up if you need an editor or soundwizard of any kind. http://www.jsoliday.com/aboutSpecial Guest: Emily Velasco.Links:Emily Velasco (@mle_makes) • Instagram photos and videosEmily Velasco (@MLE_Online) / TwitterEmily Velasco on Twitter: "What if I cast a dildo that was clear like an x-ray phantom, and it had a spinal column running down its center? https://t.co/IuDEhK8Qde" / TwitterEmily Velasco on Instagram: “Bonedong lightpipe”Mohit BhoiteEmily Velasco on Instagram: “I've made a thing and I'm proud of it! #electronics #art #sculpture #foundart”Emily Velasco (@mle_makes) • Instagram photos and videosOptical sound - WikipediaHow zinc is made - material, used, parts, components, composition, industry, machine, ApplicationsA Canticle for LeibowitzButlerian Jihad - Dune Wiki - Frank Herbert, David Lynch, SandwormsLinear RailPodcast | Bad at SportsHome - Leather Archives & MuseumSarah Petkus (@spetku) / TwitterSHE BONnoodleFeetEmily's Electric Oddities - YouTubeFeral Art and Technology | Rob Ray
Nov 24, 2020
47 min
Episode 91: Please Vote That Fucking Asshat Out! (We're assuming you did and are decompressing with us for this episode.)
You can check out our projects at http://projects.opposablepodcast.com Props to Wesley Ellis, Blondihacks, Nik Kantar, Walter Kitundu, Federico Tobon, Kelly Martin, Luke Noonan, Mike Tully, Adam Mayer, David Bellhorn, Tim Sway and Charlene McBride! They're our top Patreon supporters! Join 'em at: https://www.patreon.com/opposablethumbsLinks:Opposable Thumbs (@opposablepod) / TwitterMusic | Crank SatoriLauryn Hill - Doo-Wop (That Thing) (Official Video) - YouTubejsolidayDB9-G3-AP Screw Hole Type RS232 RS485 DB9 D-Sub Serial Port 9Pin COM Male Connector to Terminal 3Pin Signals #235 Distance 5.00mm Adapter Module - Newegg.comComputing at Columbia TimelineThe Rojo Basement • A podcast on AnchorHuong NgoHome - Ximeraremote.it - remote.itHOT NEW TECHTone.jsResistance | GimletPanasonic RQ2102 | eBay1.44Mb External USB 2X Floppy Disk Drive (FL-UDRV) – Sabrent
Nov 3, 2020
37 min
Episode 90: Rob shares Liz Mason's wonderful zines
You can check out our projects at http://projects.opposablepodcast.com Props to Wesley Ellis, Blondihacks, Nik Kantar, Walter Kitundu, Federico Tobon, Kelly Martin, Luke Noonan, Mike Tully, Adam Mayer, David Bellhorn, Tim Sway and Charlene McBride! They're our top Patreon supporters! Join 'em at: https://www.patreon.com/opposablethumbs Thanks to Jason Soliday! Our new audio editor! If you're in need of an audio editor, hit him up! https://www.jsoliday.com/Links:Liz MasonJOIN THE MOVEMENT – WZRD CHICAGO 88.3FMUnfuck Your HabitatHalt and Catch Fire (TV Series 2014– ) - IMDbLiz mason zines | EtsyAlto's Adventure - out now for iOS, Android & Kindle Fireisaac879 (isaac879) / Repositories · GitHub
Oct 23, 2020
40 min
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