AwesomeCast: Tech and Gadget Talk

Episode Archive

Episode Archive

870 episodes of AwesomeCast: Tech and Gadget Talk since the first episode, which aired on June 1st, 2010.

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    Ice Cream Dreams & Roller Coaster Schemes | AwesomeCast 730

    April 23rd, 2025  |  1 hr 2 mins
    pittsburgh, podcast, social media, sorgatron media, tech news

    On this episode of AwesomeCast, we dive into cool gadgets and hot adventures! Dave tests out the Ninja Creami frozen treat maker for healthy homemade desserts, Katie shares her unexpectedly tech-savvy return to Kennywood, and Sorg recaps his Vegas trip with stops at Taco Bell Cantina, the Hello Kitty Café, and WrestleMania at Allegiant Stadium. Plus, Chachi returns with the Video Game Minute, covering WWE in Fortnite, Marvel Rivals updates, and Nintendo’s latest moves. We also explore Instagram’s new Edits app, BlueSky verification, and Duolingo’s surprising dive into chess!

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    AwesomeCast 729: Birthday Ears & Tech Cheers: Theme Parks, Apple Hacks & Retro Vibes

    April 16th, 2025  |  1 hr 2 mins
    pittsburgh, podcast, social media, sorgatron media, tech news

    In this special birthday edition of AwesomeCast, Katie Dudas shares her magical trip to Disneyland and Star Wars Night — complete with Baymax hugs, fuzzy Tauntauns, and neon merch. Sorg explores the Kennywood comeback with season pass perks and Old Mill nostalgia. Dave Podnar breaks down hidden iPhone features like ambient background sounds and live captions. Plus, we debut the “Chachi Says Video Game Minute” with hot takes on Shenmue, Minecraft, and Marvel Rivals’ most cheeky update yet.

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    Switching Gears: Nintendo News & High-Tech Travel Chaos | AwesomeCast 728

    April 8th, 2025  |  42 mins 5 secs
    pittsburgh, podcast, social media, sorgatron media, tech news

    On this episode of AwesomeCast, Sorg, Rizz, and Podnar dive into the behind-the-scenes madness of prepping for a major remote livestream at SAE Aero Design West. From packing gear and solving wireless video challenges with the Cosmo C2, to backup internet with Starlink, it’s a masterclass in mobile video production. Plus, we react to the big Nintendo Switch 2 reveal, featuring open-world Mario Kart, GameCube classics, and FromSoftware’s new exclusive The Duskbloods. Whether you’re into tech, travel, or gaming—this one’s packed with awesome!

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    Gotta Deduct ’Em All: PokeTax, ProArt, & Muppet Mayhem! | AwesomeCast 727

    April 2nd, 2025  |  1 hr 1 min
    pittsburgh, podcast, social media, sorgatron media, tech news

    This week on AwesomeCast 727, we dive into the wonderfully weird world of tech! From filing your taxes Pokémon-style with PokeTax, to testing out AI that turns real-life photos into Muppet mayhem, we’ve got your geeky cravings covered. We explore the NFL’s shift from the chain gang to 8K camera tracking, Sorg reviews the color-accurate ASUS ProArt Display, and we question reality with Turner’s Ranch Milk. Plus, updates on Nintendo Switch digital game sharing and a big win for Slice on Broadway as the World’s Best Cheese Pizza!

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    Space Shrooms, Gemini Grows, and the Watch That Wouldn’t Die | AwesomeCast 726

    March 26th, 2025  |  1 hr 4 mins
    pittsburgh, podcast, social media, sorgatron media, tech news

    In this episode of AwesomeCast, hosts Michael Sorg, Chachi, and Dave Podnar explore the latest in tech and innovation, including updates to ChatGPT’s AI image tools, Google Gemini’s new audio summarization feature, and the quiet return of the Pebble smartwatch. They also dive into ethical concerns around AI removing watermarks from images and NASA’s experiment growing mushrooms in space. Plus, Sorg shares his experience with his new blue Ford Maverick hybrid and how 3D-printed car accessories are becoming a thing. It’s a packed episode full of future-facing gadgets, AI hacks, and geeky nostalgia.

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    Pittsburgh’s Wildest Hills & Smart Tech Thrills | AwesomeCast 725

    March 19th, 2025  |  58 mins 11 secs
    pittsburgh, podcast, social media, sorgatron media, tech news
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    From CD Players to Talking AI – Tech Nostalgia & Future Innovations Collide! | AwesomeCast 724

    March 12th, 2025  |  1 hr 4 mins
    pittsburgh, podcast, social media, sorgatron media, tech news

    🚀 From mix CDs to AI-powered fast food, this week’s AwesomeCast is a wild ride through tech nostalgia and futuristic innovations! Join Michael Sorg, Katie Dudas, and Dave Podnar as they rediscover CD players in modern cars, test a $5 remote-controlled peanut mobile, and explore AI voice assistants that sound eerily human. Plus, we dive into McDonald’s AI-driven drive-thrus, BlueSky’s latest social media upgrades, and the Cat Wars Calendar that’s taking over the galaxy! 🎢🤖🐱 Watch, listen, and geek out with us!

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    Sleep Tracking, Festival Tech & Toyota’s Woven City | AwesomeCast 723

    March 5th, 2025  |  1 hr 4 mins
    pittsburgh, podcast, social media, sorgatron media, tech news
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    Asteroid FOMO | AwesomeCast 722

    February 26th, 2025  |  1 hr 3 mins
    pittsburgh, podcast, social media, sorgatron media, tech news

    Welcome to another episode of AwesomeCast, where we dive into the latest in tech, gadgets, and digital trends! This week, we cover a range of topics, from near-Earth asteroids to the latest iPhone video tech and even a trip down memory lane with old-school memory cards. Let’s get into it!

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    Podcasting Smarter: Riverside vs. Zencastr, AI Tools & More! | AwesomeCast 721

    February 18th, 2025  |  52 mins 49 secs
    pittsburgh, podcast, social media, sorgatron media, tech news

    In this episode of AwesomeCast, the crew dives into the latest tech trends, AI tools, podcasting platforms, and some innovative gadgets. Sorg records live from Ann Arbor, Michigan, testing Riverside FM as a podcasting solution while discussing its features, costs, and alternatives like Zencastr.

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    AwesomeCast 720

    February 10th, 2025  |  30 mins 29 secs
    pittsburgh, podcast, social media, sorgatron media, tech news
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    From Carmen Sandiego to AI Misinformation: A Tech Time Warp | AwesomeCast 719

    February 5th, 2025  |  56 mins 50 secs
    pittsburgh, podcast, social media, sorgatron media, tech news

    Get geeky and get awesome with AwesomeCast 719! This week, Michael Sorg and Dave Podnar dive into the latest in tech, social media, and nostalgic gaming, covering new apps, social media cross-posting strategies, AI tools, and old-school Carmen Sandiego games.

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    Supersonic Booms & TikTok Dooms | AwesomeCast 718

    January 29th, 2025  |  57 mins 58 secs
    pittsburgh, podcast, social media, sorgatron media, tech news
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    Geeking Out Over Cat Wars, Smart Doors, and Production Floors | AwesomeCast 717

    January 22nd, 2025  |  55 mins 34 secs
    pittsburgh, podcast, social media, sorgatron media, tech news
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    Doom Captchas, Smart Dog Collars, and Retro Tech Gold | AwesomeCast 716

    January 15th, 2025  |  55 mins 59 secs
    pittsburgh, podcast, social media, sorgatron media, tech news
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    iPhone Toaster | AwesomeCast 715

    January 8th, 2025  |  1 hr 43 secs
    pittsburgh, podcast, social media, sorgatron media, tech news