Katie Dudas

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.

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!

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

March 19th, 2025  |  58 mins 11 secs

pittsburgh, podcast, social media, sorgatron media, tech news

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!

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

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!

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.

Supersonic Booms & TikTok Dooms | AwesomeCast 718

January 29th, 2025  |  57 mins 58 secs

pittsburgh, podcast, social media, sorgatron media, tech news

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

iPhone Toaster | AwesomeCast 715

January 8th, 2025  |  1 hr 43 secs

pittsburgh, podcast, social media, sorgatron media, tech news

Exploring the Cathedral of Learning and OpenAI’s Cinematic Revolution | AwesomeCast 713

December 11th, 2024  |  58 mins 28 secs

pittsburgh, podcast, social media, sorgatron media, tech news

Duolingo Panopticon | AwesomeCast 712: Duolingo Panopticon

December 4th, 2024  |  1 hr 3 mins

pittsburgh, podcast, social media, sorgatron media, tech news

From Pokémon Go Data to Muppets on the Move: Tech We’re Thankful For | AwesomeCast 711

November 27th, 2024  |  56 mins 42 secs

pittsburgh, podcast, social media, sorgatron media, tech news

AwesomeCast 710: From Disney Magic to Unreal Gaming Revival:

November 20th, 2024  |  58 mins 38 secs

pittsburgh, podcast, social media, sorgatron media, tech news

Ghostly Gadgets & Apple Intelligence: AwesomeCast Halloween Edition | Episode 709

October 29th, 2024  |  1 hr 1 min

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Bird Poo Astrometry | AwesomeCast 708

October 23rd, 2024  |  1 hr 6 mins

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In this episode of AwesomeCast, Michael Sorg, Katie Dudas, and Dave Podnar dive into spooky gaming with Five Nights at Freddy’s and Dead by Daylight, explore the new Reflex 240mm iPhone lens, and discuss the latest Apple Mac M4 chip rumors. Tune in for a fun and geeky discussion on tech, gadgets, and Halloween gaming!