# Candy-Fueled AI & Depleted Uranium Farts

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Podcast: [Two Grumpy Vets and a Duuude](https://stenobird.com/podcast/two-grumpy-vets-and-a-duuude-6875853)
Published: 2026-01-19T05:59:00+00:00
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Duration seconds: 9416

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This week on Two Grumpy Vets and a Duuude, we kick things off with some classic tech gremlins, button-mashing banter, and a lively dive into Linux setups, podcast rigs, and the eternal Zoom-is-weird struggle. From there, we roam through rising grocery costs, beef buying strategies, and the realities of food and fuel—from E85 to biodiesel and why regulations make ranching harder than it has to be. We also get tactical with a spirited discussion on evolving small-arms calibers, body armor, AK vs. AR history, and a few sea/airpower detours (CWIS and A-10 fans, you’ll smile). We round it out with autonomous trucks, nuclear power for AI data centers, mother-in-law mercy, ham radio contests (voice, RTTY, and a nod to CW), Morse code woes, keyboards that won’t quit, and why friendships on purpose matter. We close with a heartfelt value-for-value reminder: no ads, just you. Share the show, send your ideas, lend your time/talent/treasure, and help shape future episodes. Thanks for riding along—whether you’re in Tokyo at lunchtime or stateside near midnight, we see you and appreciate you! Email Us: Rich -- mailto://rchelson@gmail.com Bryan -- mailto://circlecast@gmail.com Email Us: Rich-- mailto://rchelson@gmail.com Bryan -- mailto://circlecast@gmail.com If you are struggling with life please reach out to The Suicide Life Line - Dial 988 The world needs you here. 

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