<p>In this week’s Two Grumpy Vets and a Duuude, we settle in for a wide‑ranging catch‑up that feels like a late‑night porch talk. We open with last week’s tech gremlins and a mid‑show “rapture,” then roll into work shifts, weather, and the real cost of days off. From there, we get into practical life stuff: commissary vs. club memberships, budgeting and grocery hacks, and a spirited tangent on vacation hours and planning. A big chunk dives into dogs, structure, and training—why consistent rules help our four‑legged best friends thrive—plus how life changes (and gets better) with a canine companion. We bounce to AI and everyday tinkering: local vs. cloud models, how to coax better answers, Linux quirks, scripts and desktop tickers, and a quick crypto/markets check. We also swap takes on current headlines, winter sports tech (drones chasing skiers and sleds), and car/jeep tire choices headed into Moab. We wrap with a value‑for‑value reminder, how to participate live, and an open invite to email us with thoughts, questions, or chapter art. <br /><br />&nbsp;Resources and mentions (non-sponsored): - Podcasting 2.0 apps (live notifications/chapters): <a href="https://www.podcastapps.com" target="_blank">podcastapps.com</a> - Archive utility for paywalled articles: <a href="https://www.archive.ph" target="_blank">archive.ph</a> - OpenRouter (AI model router): <a href="https://www.openrouter.ai" target="_blank">openrouter.ai</a> - CQ WW DX Contest (ham radio): <a href="https://www.cqww.com" target="_blank">cqww.com</a> - Commissary and base access tips for savings - Dog training principle: consistency, simple commands, and shared structure.<br /><br /><strong>Email Us:</strong><br />Rich -- mailto://[email protected]<br />Bryan -- mailto://[email protected]</p> <p><br />If you are struggling with life please reach out to The Suicide Life Line - Dial 988<br /><strong>The world needs you here.&nbsp;</strong></p>