AwesomeCast: Tech and Gadget Talk

Podnar Needs a New Pair of Scanned Shoes | AwesomeCast 676

February 28th, 2024  |  54 mins 47 secs

Social Media, pittsburgh, podcast, sorgatron media, tech news

A Flipper. A Corn Sweeper. And a New Walmart TV. | AwesomeCast 675

February 21st, 2024  |  57 mins 46 secs

Jordan Peele, Science Fiction, Social Media, apple products, black horror, cultural representation, flipper zero device, imac issues, professional wrestling, sidekick media services, video production

The "AwesomeCast Live" podcast episode from Pittsburgh dives into various intriguing topics, including the cultural phenomenon of Eurovision and its global impact, contrasted with traditional American entertainment events. The episode also explores NVIDIA's remarkable rise in market value, underpinning its significant contributions to artificial intelligence, computing, and gaming sectors, highlighting the tech giant's surpassing of other industry leaders in market capitalization.

Additionally, the podcast delves into the evolving dynamics of social media, with a particular focus on YouTube's innovative features designed to enhance user engagement and compete with platforms like TikTok. Local cultural events, specifically Pittsburgh's Lenten fish fry traditions, are discussed, showcasing community engagement and local tech contributions.

Gaming trends, notably Microsoft Game Pass's collaboration with NVIDIA GeForce, are examined for their role in transforming access to video games. The episode further addresses literary contributions to cultural representation, spotlighting Jordan Peele’s anthology "Out There Screaming" and its significance in black horror and speculative fiction.

Lastly, technological advancements are dissected through gadgets like the Flipper Zero, alongside discussions on market shifts affecting major tech and entertainment companies, reflecting on broader business strategies and consumer trends.

Hello Kitty Iron Man | AwesomeCast 672

January 31st, 2024  |  52 mins 47 secs

Meditation, Social Media, ai therapy app, awesomecast, digital parenting., fitness routines, mental health, online safety, professional wrestling, sidekick media services, technology, tomo by replica

This podcast explores the intersection of technology, mental health, and personal growth through various lenses, including the innovative use of AI in therapy, the impact of social media, and the importance of digital safety. It features discussions on professional wrestling, the tech-focused AwesomeCast show, and personal anecdotes on meditation and fitness, offering insights into enhancing mental well-being in the digital age.

Big Floppies and Working on the Soft Core | AwesomeCast 669

January 10th, 2024  |  56 mins 10 secs

AI, AMD, Patreon, Podcasts, Social Media, accessories, ces, displays, engagement, entertainment, fashion, fitness, gaming, giveaways, humor, iPhone, ice cream, laptops, media conversion, pets, processors, screens, shoes, technology

On this AwesomeCast podcast, the hosts highlighted several new innovations showcased at the recent CES tech show. AMD revealed a new processor able to run graphics-heavy games smoothly without requiring a separate graphics card. Automaker Shift introduced Moonwalker X shoes that allow wearers to glide along motorized wheels embedded in the soles. Asus displayed a foldable OLED screen for on-the-go use with laptops or gaming devices. The Klix iPhone case adds a convenient physical keyboard for easier typing. Cold Snap demoed a home ice cream maker that can create customized flavors in just 2 minutes. And startup Flappy presented a smart cat door designed to block pets from bringing prey indoors by using AI to assess what they are carrying in their mouths.

In terms of social platforms, they talked about Stimulus, which facilitates giveaways to drive brand engagement. And they praised updates to the Patreon app for simplifying podcast listening. Other topics included encoding old media onto modern computers, Apple Fitness add-ons, and injecting some humor regarding the show’s penchant for inadvertent double entendres. Overall, it highlighted innovations designed to enhance entertainment, convenience and creativity.

Taters in Space | AwesomeCast 668

January 3rd, 2024  |  58 mins 19 secs

Health, NASA, Social Media, Video, apple, augmented reality, bandwidth, cats, diy, electronics, enterprise technology, fitness, future tech, gadgets, gaming, live streaming, platforms, set up, smart watches, software, space, technology, virtual reality

AI, Patents, and Pet Translators: Bold 2024 Tech Predictions | AwesomeCast 667

December 20th, 2023  |  54 mins 41 secs

Social Media, pittsburgh, podcast, sorgatron media, tech news

The hosts recap their 2023 tech picks including erasable friction pens, under desk keyboard trays, and AI writing assistants. They review their 2023 predictions, discuss failures like VR platform death and revivals, before making new 2024 predictions about AI compute limitations, Apple Watch patent lawsuits opening floodgates, ChatGPT on marketing job listings, pet translators, and AI-generated video from images. They close by planning a Twitter meetup event to invite people to new platforms.

iPhone 15 Cat Pics | AwesomeCast 662

November 7th, 2023  |  54 mins 12 secs

AI, Instagram, NASA, Social Media, amazon, chatbots, geeky, google, google glass, iPhone, iphone 15, messaging, meta ray-ban, movies, pittsburgh, podcast, pop culture, safety, smart glasses, sorgatron media, tech, tech news, video games, waze, youtube

The AwesomeCast is a fun, geeky podcast hosted by Katie "Dudders" and Mike Sorg. In this episode, they discuss new tech like the iPhone 15, Meta smart glasses, AI innovations from companies like Google, Amazon, and YouTube, and upcoming movies based on video games. Dudders shares her experience with the new iPhone camera while Sorg is excited about the Ray-Ban Stories glasses. They also talk about new AI features like chatbots, generated ads and reviews, and safety alerts in apps like Waze. Other highlights include NASA's new free streaming channel NASA Plus launching soon and changes to Instagram messaging. The hosts keep things lively with their energetic banter about the latest in tech and pop culture.

Hollywood iPhone Style | AwesomeCast 661

November 1st, 2023  |  53 mins 38 secs

Electric Vehicles, Health, MacBook, Social Media, aew, apple, conversations, honda, iPhone, injuries, jon moxley, physical therapy, pittsburgh, podcast, podcasting, professional wrestling, rey fenix, sorgatron media, summaries, tech news, technology, wwe

Michael and Dave discussed new tech products like Honda's electric scooter and Apple's latest MacBook Pros. They were impressed by Apple using iPhone 15 Pros to film their recent event. Michael used his iPhone 13 for concert footage.

Sustainability in Business with Kloopify | AwesomeCast 660

October 24th, 2023  |  58 mins 44 secs

Adobe, Playstation, Social Media, Xbox, apple, artificial intelligence, content creation, emissions tracking, fashion tech, las vegas, mac, pittsburgh, podcast, procurement, sorgatron media, sphere, startup, supply chain, sustainability, tech news

This week on AwesomeCast, Daniela Osio joined to discuss Kloopify, a startup she founded to help companies integrate sustainability into procurement and supply chain processes. By mapping purchases to emissions data, Kloopify enables organizations to understand their environmental impact and make better sourcing decisions. Dave recapped his recent trip to the Palm Springs Air Museum and John shared how he uses AI to streamline content creation. Other topics included upcoming Apple product rumors, the dazzling new Sphere attraction in Las Vegas, and Adobe's electronic ink dress that can change colors and patterns on command. The episode provided great insights on leveraging tech for sustainability and productivity.

The Glasshole Next Door | AwesomeCast 659

October 17th, 2023  |  59 mins 31 secs

AI, Meta, Playstation, Social Media, Xbox, alltrails, cancer, cyberpunk 2077, earbuds, gaming, interview, local news, news, podcast, tech news, threads, twitter, voice acting, vr

Hosts Michael Sorg, John Chichilla, and Katie Dudas discussed the Microsoft-Activision merger and when new games may hit Xbox Game Pass. They also talked about AI being used to recreate a deceased actor's voice for Cyberpunk 2077 and the spread of Meta's new VR headsets being called "Meta Glassholes." Other topics included Threads getting an edit button, using social media for news, AllTrails' new National Park guides, Chilla's new wireless earbuds for VR, Katie talking about her cancer journey on the radio, and sources for local news. The hosts covered the latest tech and gaming news while highlighting cool new products and digital trends.