Episode 353: Superagency

This week, Dan and Merlin discuss theories on Dan's Mr. Robot/Apple TV bug, living in an opinion bubble, an update on flu shot efficacy, Dan's recent insane mail delivery, speculation on how giant ad buys work, consternation about memory-holed media. Your hosts respond to a listener's question about the difficulty of choosing a career path that wasn't what you'd expected. Merlin also explains his shaving strategy. Links for this episode:Bizarre bug in Apple TV 4k - can’t access specific programme | MacRumors ForumsVincent Racaniello on Twitter: "On recent B2W discussion of flu vax @hotdogsladies @danbenjamin there are 3 viruses in the vaccine, even if one is mismatched with circulati… https://t.co/Z5rVkBEqOW"On recent B2W discussion of flu vax @hotdogsladies @danbenjamin there are 3 viruses in the vaccine, even if one is mismatched with circulating strains, vax will still prevent severe disease/death, and others will still provide protection! List of Mr. Robot episodes - WikipediaSocial media bubbles: One graph shows how morally outraged tweets stay within their political spheres — QuartzConfirmation bias - WikipediaAmy Sherman-Palladino on Amazon’s The Marvelous Mrs. MaiselMarvelous Mrs. Maisel costume designer breaks down the looksDel Tha Funkee Homosapien - Mistadobalina (Video Version) - YouTubeDel the Funky Homosapien - WikipediaDan Benjamin on Instagram: “I have been sent a YouTube video in the mail.” • InstagramDan Benjamin on Instagram: “How it works ...” • InstagramThe Adventures of Pete & Pete - WikipediaAmazon.com: Braun Series 7 790cc Men's Electric Foil Shaver / Electric Razor, with Clean & Charge Station, Cordless: BeautyHere are the Monkees and Mister Bob Dobalina | dinnerfornooneEddie Money - Shakin' - YouTubeBrought to you by: LinkedIn Learning (You can get a free 30-day trial with LinkedIn Learning today, by visiting LinkedIn.com/backtowork. Slack (Slack: Where work happens. Find out why at Slack.com). MOTIV (For $20 off your first order, visit mymotiv.com and at checkout enter BACKTOWORK). FreshBooks (To claim your month long unrestricted free trial, go to FreshBooks.com/backtowork and enter BACK TO WORK in the “How Did You Hear About Us?” section).