In this episode, we sit down with Dr. David Bradley, the computer scientist whose work at IBM helped shape one of the most famous commands in modern computing: Control-Alt-Delete. Drawing from his years inside IBM, Dr. Bradley shares the unexpected story behind how this now-iconic keystroke came to be—and how small engineering decisions can ripple across decades of technology use.

The conversation is guided by Tom Drake, who brings a thoughtful, curious perspective shaped by his own experiences and encounters with remarkable people. Together, they explore not just the technical history, but the human side of innovation: curiosity, problem-solving, and the stories that emerge when brilliant minds reflect on the paths they’ve taken.

This episode is part of an ongoing journey—conversations with interesting people telling interesting stories—where technology, history, and personal insight intersect in surprising and memorable ways.

In this episode, I had an engaging conversation with Steve Shulman, president of Shulman Company Incorporated, for an in-depth discussion on scrap processing and recycling in the United States.

We talked about the real state of the scrap business today — from regulatory challenges to the critical role recyclers play in conserving and reusing our nation’s resources. It’s an industry that does essential work every day, yet rarely gets the credit it deserves.

As the logo says, “Because even the guru can learn a thing or two” — and this was definitely one of those conversations.

Tom Drake, “The Guru of Seas,” sits down with author Len Carmada to explore what it really takes to write a book. After retiring from a successful career in the pharmaceutical industry—and after completing several short stories—Len decided to take on his next big challenge: writing a novel.

What began as a single goal quickly turned into a remarkable achievement. Len didn’t just complete one novel—he finished three, with more possibly on the way.

This podcast is an honest, insightful conversation between someone who has always wanted to write a novel and someone who actually did it—three times. If you’ve ever dreamed of writing a book but struggled to find the motivation or confidence to start, this episode is for you.