Elena would have been 27 today. Also, why sneakers squeak, turning roads to pedestrian paths, the searchable Whole Earth, how two spies close cities, Maggie's link to why you should be licking your cat, and Matt's TaskGate.

On disappearing as I age.

Why don't my devices notice me? Also, A day in the life of someone who makes things worse, Asha aims to be a functional old lady, notes from the naysayers club, Maggie's link to an amazing Geo guesser, and thoughts on Mac software making the same pivot as Mac hardware.

On ingredients that get you started in a new direction.

The cautionary tale of making technology the cornerstone of your happiness or purpose. Also, Pillow Fights on television, Escher draws snakes, the future of film, odd Alaska laws, Maggie's link to St. Catty's Day, and Google's secret reference desk.

On skating to where the puck will be and not to an average of where it's been.

Relearning the lesson that the problem isn't always where you think it is - this time while learning to sketch buildings. Also, remembering early Zefrank, great advice, reliving WWDC when it had a playlist, Thurber and White ask "Is sex necessary", Manoush wonders why it seems everyone has ADHD, Maggie links to a border crossing cat, and Natalia has a new book on SwiftUI.

On dreams and aspirations before the world has disappointed you

What happens when we break a habit. Also, Wiggly Paint, Favorite Tube stations, the WNBA's Nobel winning advisor, invisible women, Netflix's AppleTV changes, Maggie's link to Japanese train melodies, and Leo Dion's quiet timer.