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IMG_0182, originally uploaded by JPPark.

I’m so excited to share this: PBS is producing a new TV show called MAKE: and I’m going to be on it! I’m doing the Maker Workshop segment, which means I get to build a cool project for each episode and explain how it all works.

We filmed the first episode a few weeks ago at Twin Cities Public Television’s studios and it was great fun. They’re among the nicest, most creative people I’ve worked with. I just saw a preview edit and it’s looking fantastic.

It should be airing in January ‘09. Here’s more info:

http://tpt.org/make/components.php

VCRbits, originally uploaded by JPPark.

I had some cause to re-purpose and cannibalize a few VCRs recently. I love the way this one looks all pulled apart.

TGIMBOEJ tach, originally uploaded by JPPark.

This tachometer/DC generator may come in handy. For what, I’m not entirely certain.

TGIMBOEJ loot, originally uploaded by JPPark.

This is one of the items I’m keeping from my The Great Internet Mystery Box of Electronic Junk. It’s a very stylish multi-connector (much nicer than soldering to some DB-9 connectors).
I almost used it in one of my VCR-to-servo motor projects, but ran out of time. Now I’m just looking for an excuse to connect stuff.