Topic: Kawasaki

John C. Dvorak shares anecdotes about tech luminaries Guy Kawasaki and Michael Dell. He recalls Kawasaki's humorless reaction to a "conflict of interest" joke and his insistence that Adam Curry get a COVID-19 vaccine. Dvorak also claims Michael Dell once reneged on a promise to provide a computer in exchange for promotional work during a product rollout.

A discussion on high-powered motorcycles covers the evolution from 750cc bikes to modern 1400cc "rocket ships." One host recounts a terrifying experience test-driving a friend's cafe racer, while another describes a celebrity motocross accident on a KTM 450 that resulted in a serious back injury.

Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear encourages citizens to have "uncomfortable conversations" with unvaccinated family members. One of the hosts shares a personal email exchange with tech evangelist Guy Kawasaki, who urged him to get vaccinated. The discussion critiques the governor's analogy comparing refusing vaccination to physical assault.

A host recounts a recent interview with Silicon Valley personality Guy Kawasaki for his "Remarkable People" podcast. After discussing the 40th anniversary of MTV, Kawasaki reportedly asked the host about their vaccination status at the end of the recording. The host expresses disappointment in the question, citing it as an example of the social pressure and "rudeness" currently prevalent in California culture.

Health officials in New York City are investigating a mysterious inflammatory syndrome in children that may be linked to COVID-19. The illness resembles Kawasaki disease, with symptoms including persistent fever, rash, and heart inflammation. While most children were previously thought to be at low risk, this "pediatric multi-system inflammatory syndrome" has placed several dozen children in intensive care, causing new concerns for parents.

A personal story details a motorcycle trip to Lake Tahoe on a Kawasaki Triple to see BB King. After winning money at the tables, the traveler attempted to drive home in sub-zero temperatures, resulting in severe hypothermia. The story concludes with an encounter with a beautiful hitchhiker whom the traveler was unable to speak to due to uncontrollable shivering.

Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak discuss their history with motorcycles, specifically the power of two-stroke engines like the Kawasaki Mach 3. The conversation shifts to the dangers of low-powered mopeds compared to faster bikes. They conclude by noting the high turnout for early voting in Austin, Texas, and the long lines at City Hall.

John C. Dvorak shares a story from the 1970s about riding a Kawasaki motorcycle to Lake Tahoe to see BB King. After winning money gambling and attempting to ride home in freezing temperatures, he suffered from hypothermia and was unable to speak when he tried to offer a ride to a hitchhiker.