I haven't done a new "Star Trek" song since 2009. But today, to show my love and support for the hilarious animated comedy series "Star Trek: Lower Decks" leading into their 5th season premiere on October 24th on Paramount Plus, I am proud to present an original song three-and-a-half years in the making, "Lower Decks Keep It Movin'" The powers that…

Living the cover band hell life when you dreamed of being a star. This was inspired by Weird Al's "Skipper Dan," applying it to music instead of acting.Kirjoittanut David W. Jacobsen

Devo Spice and Luke Ski are live at FuMPFest to discuss this week's FuMP songs.In this episode:Luke may be out of a job. Devo's last minute prep for FuMPFest. "You're Not a Bat" by Joe J Thomas. Interview with Joe J Thomas. News: New Tom Cardy Album. Tour dates. "Donald Duckin' It (Live)" by Ross Childs. Interview with Ross Childs. Feedback. Teasin…

One of those "based on a true story" things where you're sitting there reading a perfectly serviceable novel, then they make with the "bow-chica-bow-wow" or whatever the literary equivalent is.Kirjoittanut Chuck Parker

A song about the joys of pantslessnessKirjoittanut Ross Childs

This week marks the 900th episode of Manic Mondays!!! You know what that means, Devo is gonna come to your house in the middle of the night, break into your car, and wreck up the place! Now that I think about it, maybe instead of that, we can just have him spotlight some of the acts from FuMPFest, seeing as how FuMPFest is right around the corner!!…

You're Not A Bat(parody of Al Stewart's "Year of the Cat")Poor Batman... he needs a 6+ minute Noir style tribute song.(well, that's what I think anyway)For the impatient, the words kick in at about the 1 minute mark ;-)Dedicated to the memory of Adam West, the one true BatmanCopyright 2024, Joe J.Thomas, Joe's Dump JoesDump.comAll Rights Reserved.N…

Devo Spice and Luke Ski are joined by Eric Arnold to discuss this week's FuMP songs.In this episode:Luke works draws caricatures. Devo works on FuMPFest. "How Much More of Me Can She Possibly Take?" by Burblesbelly. Interview with Eric Arnold. News: Weird Al 2025 Tour, FuMP 106, The Arrogant Worms IndieGogo, FuMP Newsletter, FuMPFest Update. Tour d…

A song inspired by my wonderful wife of 36 years. Hang in there, Deb!Kirjoittanut Burblesbelly

This week Devo catches us up on all the crazy things that have happened since we last heard from him...two weeks ago! A lot has happened so this might take a while. Meanwhile, Nick Offerman is a proud Kamala man, The Kiffness are concerned for their pets, and Toby Danger is coming Danger-ously close to summoning a delightlful demon.1. "Proud to be …

Notification Sounds is a song about other people's phone notifications intruding on our personal space.Kirjoittanut Paul Wensley

Devo Spice and Luke Ski are joined by Steve Goodie and Stu Sauce to discuss this week's FuMP songs.In this episode:Luke works on his new song. Devo looks like a lobster. "Cookies" by Steve Goodie. Interview with Steve Goodie. News: New Weird Al Movie, The Arrogant Worms IndieGogo, FuMPFest Update. Tour dates. "Poopin' on the Clock" by Stu Sauce. In…

It is at the front of all our minds, or at least it should be. Cyber security and data safety is such a hot topic in today’s world that you see it in the news, headlines and really… everywhere. Special guest Ahmik Hindman, Senior Solution Consultant of Networks & Cybersecurity for Rockwell Automation, joins The Plant to talk about what challenges i…

If you are unemployed, this song is going to make you want to get a job!If you work, strap yourself into the porcelain God for a 2 minute ride called Poopin' on the Clock. It's everybody's favorite work-day activity! Stu Sauce wrote this song poopin' at work. It took him three sh!ts to do it, but the deed was done. Working as a school teacher is ro…

This is another one of those song ideas that made me think, "I can't believe no one has done this." But surprise, no one had. Until now. Which makes sense, if you think about it. I mean, if I hadn't done it now, why would I be typing this?Anyway...Music: Joe RaposoWords, guitar, piano, bass, drums, banjo, accordion, vocals, arrangement, production;…

Devo Spice and Luke Ski are joined by Mikey Mason to discuss this week's FuMP songs.In this episode:Luke goes to a hot Disneyland. Devo films his first major series. "Sprinkles" by Mikey Mason. Interview with Mikey Mason. News: The Arrogant Worms IndieGogo, FuMPFest Update. Tour dates. "Honest" by David W. Jacobsen. Feedback. Teasing.…

This week we are jumping into the PIT!!! But not before Devo gives us some safety tips. In other news, FuMPFest is coming soon! Meanwhile, the Cosortium of Genius is going on an epic quest, Tom McGovern is keeping the friendly skies safe and stink-free, and Undercover Funtime is...well I'll just let them tell you about it.1. "Mallet of Metal" by Co…

Devo Spice and Luke Ski are joined by Joe J Thomas and Insane Ian to discuss this week's FuMP songs.In this episode:Luke writes a song. Devo books a gig. "Bacon Bits" by Joe J Thomas. Interview with Joe J Thomas. News: The Arrogant Worms IndieGogo, FuMPFest Update, Logan Award Finalists. Tour dates. "The 'Mind Your Own Damn Business' Song (Sex Can …

This week Devo is helping us study for those pesky prostate exams. I hope there will be flash cards, I'm a visual learner. Meanwhile, Riki Lindhome is getting busy...carefully, Ogden Edsl are counting their blessings, and Worm Quartet do be eating lots of dots.1. "Middle Age Love" by Riki Lindhome 2. "Things Could Be Worse Live at FuMPFest 2023" by…

The title cut off a new spoken word/poetry/comedy concept album about modern life vs mother natureNow available at Bandcamp, 3 inch cd-r's forthcominghttps://drquinnmedicinewoman.bandcamp.com/album/picking-trash-to-save-the-planetKirjoittanut Dr Quinn

Devo Spice and Luke Ski discuss this week's FuMP songs.In this episode:Luke finishes a song. Devo plans a podcast. "It's Monkey Love" by Steve Goodie. News: New Richard Cheese Album, Weird Al Videos, The Arrogant Worms IndieGogo, FuMP Newsletter. Tour dates. Happy birthday Xander Jeanneret! "My Cat's Got Stuff (Stuck to his Butt)" by Jefferson DeLe…

Whether your job is on a production line or in an office, safety at work is vital to industry and your livelihood. How is safety thought about in modern automation and how did we get here? Steve Ludwig, Strategic Marketing Manager for Rockwell Automation, brings his expertise as we explore safety in today’s industrial world. From project start to r…

Devo Spice and Luke Ski are joined by Tom Smith, Adam Baum, and Derrik DeCraene to discuss this week's FuMP songs.In this episode:Luke plans MarsCon. Devo gets over COVID. "Snoopy vs Cthulhu" by Tom Smith. Interview with Tom Smith. News: New Dave Guhlow Album, The Arrogant Worms IndieGogo, FuMPFest, Bad Rapport. Tour dates. Happy birthday Matt Grif…

Devo Spice and Luke Ski are joined by Michael Bolly to discuss this week's FuMP songs.In this episode:Luke makes promos. Devo opens for Green Jelly. "General Rock N Roll" by 2 Sleeps. Interview with Michael Bolly. News: Songs at the Center, The Arrogant Worms IndieGogo, FuMPFest. Tour dates. Happy birthday Amy Engelhardt and Tony Goldmark! "Man's B…

The history of industrial automation and how it all fits together. This is the topic we aim to cover as we kick off the conversation with special guest Kris Dornan, Commercial Marketing Manager at Rockwell Automation. This episode focuses on the programmable logic controller and how it changed automation forever. Most modern industrial control syst…

About two unapologetic couples who think having sex is unheard of by many people.Kirjoittanut The Dimquats

Forces unknown compelled me.Kirjoittanut Anna Lea-Mollay

For the love of sexy ZOMBIES!!!!!Kirjoittanut DOCTOR SARCOFIGUY

This is a parody of Mr Frump's Iron Lung, by Weird Al...but about Darth Vader, from the viewpoint of Obi Wan...because writing the song about something else would be hard.Vader sound effect by quicksounds . com (for attribution not affiliation)Kirjoittanut Dr Quinn

I couldn't find a Country version of the Total Eclipse of the Heart song so I decided to try and do my own. It's Eclipse Day!!Kirjoittanut whataweirdweek

A song about cribbage, or is it...Kirjoittanut DJ Pom

Frank Hill from Stratus Technologies joins The Plant to talk about the success of the ztC Edge Server. The guys talk about how edge computing provides the perfect advantage for high availability, low latency plant floor applications and how ThinManager can fit seamlessly into the solution.Kirjoittanut Bryan Harned

Todd Garmon joins The Plant as our guest. Todd has been a Commercial Engineer for the ThinManager team for a long time. He has helped to facilitate the integration and use of ThinManager in almost countless customer installs. He knows intimately the challenges faced from the System Integrator down to the end-user when using and learning ThinManager…

Nick Neppach, Senior Commercial Engineer from Rockwell Automation, joins Bryan to talk about the newest ThinManager 12.1 release, advancements in application container technology (including Firefox, Chrome and Citrix Storefront), and even farm life.Kirjoittanut Bryan Harned

Amy Carter, Technical Solutions Manager from Gerrie Electric, joins the show to talk about some of her experiences over the years with ThinManager. We take a dive into some customer stories and what was done to overcome challenges for simplicity and increased production.Kirjoittanut Bryan Harned

Nick Putman, Global Product Manager for ThinManager, joins the show to talk about the new features in ThinManager Version 12. What is creating all the buzz and what is the future impact on ThinManager?Kirjoittanut Bryan Harned

Lindsay Raspanti from Rockwell Automation joins the show to discuss with Bryan the acquisition of Italian based hardware company ASEM. What does this mean for the VersaView line of hardware and Allen Bradley moving forward?Kirjoittanut Bryan Harned

Mark Westol, Alex Walker and Wende Laurin from Rockwell Automation ThinManager join Bryan for a little Q & A while working from home during the coronavirus pandemic. As the world shelters in place, we all are dealing with our new normal while keeping business and manufacturing running.Kirjoittanut Bryan Harned

Nick Putman and Doug Coulter from Rockwell Automation join Bryan to talk ThinManager. They discuss what is in the immediate future for the product, what trends surround factory automation and how ThinManager aligns with the industry. Is future visualization already here?Kirjoittanut Bryan Harned

Adwait Palsule from Panacea Technologies takes a break from presenting at Rockwell Automation's 2019 PSUG event to speak with Bryan. This quick conversation covers Panacea Technologies' current and future news as well as follows up on Panacea's award-winning OpenBIO Platform.Kirjoittanut Bryan Harned

After 20 years, ThinManager has completely redefined how product licensing is handled with V-FLEX. Ken Kurtz joins Bryan as they discuss the ins and outs of our new versatile volume licensing.Kirjoittanut Bryan Harned

In this episode, Bryan sits down with David Yakobovitch to talk about the state of the industries of AI and machine learning. They discuss how its growth has changed the production environment and where it will go in the future.Kirjoittanut Bryan Harned

In this episode, Bryan sits down with Gary Mintchell from The Manufacturing Connection. They discuss Gary's experience in factory automation, thin client technology and even how augmented and virtual reality might have a place in the production industry.Kirjoittanut Bryan Harned

In this episode, Bryan sits down with Bart Nieuwborg, European Product Manager for Rockwell Automation. Bart shares his years of experience with ThinManager as well as his thoughts on thin client technology, mobility and configuration flexibility with ThinManager.Kirjoittanut Bryan Harned

In this episode, Bryan sits down again with Doug Coulter, ThinManager Product Manager for Rockwell Automation. They discuss the new version release of ThinManager, Version 11. Learn what features are now available, as well as what is in store for ThinManager in the near future.Kirjoittanut Bryan Harned

In this episode, Bryan talks with Will Aja from Panacea Technologies. Panacea has developed OpenBIO with the help of ThinManager. What is OpenBIO and how is it changing the Pharmaceutical Technology industry?Kirjoittanut Bryan Harned

In this episode, Bryan talks with Thanh Phan and Will Worth from Quantum Solutions. They discuss the advantages to using ThinManager in a production facility and share their thoughts on the product overall.Kirjoittanut Bryan Harned

In this episode, Bryan talks with Keith Jones about ThinManager internationally. They discuss training, challenges and opportunities that exist for those outside the US when incorporating ThinManager and Rockwell into their projects and facilities.Kirjoittanut Bryan Harned

In this episode, Bryan had a chance to look into the history of ThinManager training. With guest Paul Burns they sort through all the ways ThinManager allows partners, integrators and customers to get trained, supported and certified with ThinManager.Kirjoittanut Bryan Harned

In this episode, Bryan had a chance to sit down and talk with longtime ThinManager employee, Ken Kurtz, Inside Sales Director. They discussed Platform Maintenance, what it is and why do you need it.Kirjoittanut Bryan Harned