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Got questions and need a Nerd? Or maybe you are a Nerd and you love being on top of what is hot in tech. Well, this podcast is for you! It's a new era where tech is hot and nerds are chic. Nerdsta's are the new Nerd Gangsta, lol. In our world, the one with the most life-hacks, rules! On this show, we will dig into tech talk, tips and tricks and the thoughts on the latest trends in tech that will make your life better, your work more effective and automated or at least more entertaining. You will want to join our Tribe. Because we're livin' in a Nerdsta's paradise!

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    ChatGPT, AI, Google Bard & the Coming Future for Content Creators - Episode 45 - Ask the Nerd Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2023 5:59


    In this episode, we talk about what will happen to contact creator, royalties, and Google placement searches, and all things that bring revenue in the ad space that will be circumvented by future AI and ChatGPT style systems. I just have to stir the pot before we live out the future of the Terminator movie franchise.

    Episode 44 - Zack Snyder Needs to Teach Marvel a Thing About Reboots

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2022 5:38


    Maybe Zack Snyder should teach Marvel and Disney a thing or two about reboots and get us some awesome new Marvel content instead of this weird phase 4 junk. (Minus Wakanda Forever. That one is good).

    What in the world is Solana? And should I even care? | Episode 43 ATN Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2021 7:01


    Today I talk about this epic revolution of the Blockchain that's becoming a phenomenon named Solana. Even on vacation, people are asking me what this thing is about. And in this episode I share from the nerd perspective all about Solana and why I love it. For more: www.askthenerd.net

    Help! Can You Take the Mystery Out of Crypto Wallets

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2021 8:39


    In this episode, we take a quick overview of Crypto wallets. No mysteries here! For more, see: www.askthenerd.net

    Help! I Want to Start Investing in Crypto & I Dont Know How to Start or Where to...

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2021 12:58


    You knew we had to cover it at some point. We share some things we have learned that can help you when you begin to invest in Crypto. For more, see: www.askthenerd.net

    Help! Whats the Difference Between Coins & Tokens in Crypto Currency

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2021 10:41


    In this episode, we discuss what the real difference is between actual Crypto "Coins" and "Tokens." It is super important to understand the form and the function when investing and/or developing with these. For more, see: www.askthenerd.net

    Meme Coins & Tokens... Whats all the Fuss About Why Should I Even Care

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2021 7:24


    We dig into the meaning of Meme Coins and Tokens. So many are investing based on their following popular culture. We simply want to make sure you know what the fuss is all about: For more see: www.askthenerd.net

    Lets Talk Crypto Currency Mining for Total Newbies

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2021 7:57


    Want to know more about what Crypto mining is all about? This is an intro to it for newbies. For more, see: www.askthenerd.net

    Digging Into the Value of Crypto Currencies by Looking at the Projects

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2021 11:59


    When we approach Crypto as an investment, we like to look at it from what projects are attached to it rather than simply the "Meme value." Meme crypto can increase in value, but is it valued in a way where it can hold that value? For more: www.askthenerd.net

    Are Crypto Currencies Here to Stay?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2021 5:13


    The question I get asked most is whether these things are here to stay. Everyone has a viewpoint on it and I simply want to dig into the nerdiness. So, join me. And check out our website at: www.askthenerd.net

    Let's Talk Crypto... Another Intro to the Nerdiness, But We Love It!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2021 4:00


    In this episode, we jump into the world of Crypto Currencies and Blockchain technology as it is related to nerdiness. So, come here from a techie about these not so new, but newly popular ideas. Don't forget to check out our website at: www.askthenerd.net

    Check Out These Top 9 Video Platforms to Get Paid

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 26, 2020 11:23


    Have you been thinking about creating video content and getting paid for it? Maybe you're a vlogger, creator video enthusiast or just someone who has skills and you would like to share them through video. It's time to go for it. Listen as we share the top nine video platforms that pay you to share your content with a couple extra platforms at the end and be informed and get paid!Here's the link to the post we talked about in the video with all the links and info you need to get started: https://bit.ly/top9videoplatforms

    How Do I Get Paid to Blog... Top 9 Affiliate Programs

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2020 8:21


    Today on Ask the Nerd, we share our favorite Affiliate platforms and tell a little about why we love them. So, give this a watch.And...Here's the link that I mentioned in the video so you can go over to our blog and immediately find all the links to the sites I mentioned.https://askthenerd.net/atn-top-9s/top-9-affiliates-for-tech-bloggers/

    What's This??? Massive Hacking Scandal. Government Offices, Businesses & Even Microsoft Hacked! | Episode 34 - Ask the Nerd Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2020 6:37


    In this episode, we cover this massive hacking scandal with Microsoft, Fireye, Solar Winds, Government offices and more. It's time to get serious about our security. Here's the course I mentioned on the podcast and here is our playlist on Nerd Chic Youtube.The ATN Cyber Security Course for Anyonehttps://askthenerd.net/why-not-sleep-better-at-night/Nerd Chic Tutorials on Cyber Securityhttps://bit.ly/37vCwwy

    We Share Our Top 9 Home Protection & Antivirus Solutions

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2020 8:41


    In this episode, we share with you our top 9 recommendations for security on your systems. Virus protection is one part of our 4 leg approach to total protection and security.Here's the link to the article we share about in this latest episode: https://askthenerd.net/atn-top-9s/top-9-home-virus-protection-solutions/

    LISTEN TO THIS NOW BEFORE YOU BUY YOUR HOLIDAY GIFTS! Amazon, Walmart & Others Are Not Who They Say They Are! | Ep 30

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2020 2:35


    Folks, you need to be aware that walmart.com target.com amazon.com and Best Buy.com are allowing pass through sellers to sell knock off products that will not be able to be returned and will break quickly. These products spoof them and there are ways you can be informed and avoid getting taken. Here's our video tutorial to go with this: https://youtu.be/fkFDpCjX9rg

    Amazon Just Opened Up Your Network to Freeloaders. And You Couldn't Stop Them... Amazon Sidewalk! Yuck! Episode 29 - Ask the Nerd Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2020 5:11


    Folks, this is probably the most shocked I have been and exploited I have felt toward any company out there. Amazon just decided to open up your network to outsiders and they didn't even ask!!!!! They opted you “in” for Amazon Sidewalk and you are currently being exploited unless you turn it off! Go check out my companion video tutorial to this right here: https://youtu.be/n87yipn8fZU

    The Facebook vs Parler Face-off! Episode 29 - Ask the Nerd Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2020 8:26


    This platform known as Parler just showed up! Can it really replace Facebook? Let's talk about the guts of what we see. And what's gonna happen when the dust settles.

    DO NOT RUN THE APPLE UPDATE ON YOUR MAC FOR THE WEEK OF 11/13/2020 | Episode 28 - Ask the Nerd Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2020 1:52


    This update just hurt my machine as well as two others I know of. Skip it and wait for the next one!

    Surviving Working Remotely | Episode 26 - Ask the Nerd Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2020 5:53


    This episode drills into some things we can do to take care of ourselves as we work remotely or work alone more. Folks, this comes from 20 years of experience in this tech space!

    Crucial Cyber Security Tips to Keep You Safe While You Work Remotely | Episode 25 - Ask the Nerd Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2020 6:38


    In this episode, I hit a ton of crucial cyber security tips for remote workers working from home. Folks, this is a podcast episode you don't want to miss. Listen now! And be sure to hit our website at: https://askthenerd.net for so much more!

    Election Update! I Am Blown Away By the Lack of Technology! | Episode 24 - Ask the Nerd Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2020 4:41


    In a day where we have crazy strong technology governing ticketing and counts for everything from ball games to concerts and conventions, how do we not have technology for every part of America to cast a vote for an election?????

    Why is Google Getting Gaggled by the Government? | Episode 23 - Ask the Nerd Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2020 5:26


    We share a little about what we see happening with this latest issue with Google and the Government. Are they really a monopoly? What do you think?

    DO NOT DO THIS AT ALL! Facebook is Watching You - Episode 22 - Ask the Nerd Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2020 3:29


    DO NOT DO THIS AT ALL! Facebook is Watching You - Episode 22 - Ask the Nerd Podcast

    Facebook Just Declared War on Your Creative World! Episode 21 - Ask the Nerd Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2020 4:04


    Taking time to read the fine print is super important. The brand new Facebook guidelines, while protecting them as a company, just took all your creative rights and protections away!!!!

    Amazon is NOT Being Hacked... You Just Have a Bad Password! | Episode 22

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2020 3:52


    If you have been nervous about your account being hacked on Amazon, listen in as we talk about it. Amazon is in the news because people won't take responsibility about setting strong passwords and/or using tools to strengthen their accounts.

    Adding Friends on Facebook to Grow As an Online Influencer Ep. 21

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2020 12:10


    Today, we are talking about how you can grow your online reach as an influencer by adding friends on Facebook. We also talk about how to do it without seeming creepy.

    Wayfair is Way Unfair... And So Might Amazon, Walmart & Others Like Them Be! | Ep 20

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2020 6:51


    We take time on this episode to weigh in, not on the actuality of human trafficking happening via these platforms, but the possibility. So, if there is a possibility and some of the recent strange things prove the probability of something happening, aren't we obligated to at least audit, review and do some due diligence? So if you are out there and have anything to do with that side of law enforcement or media, this is my official position on whether or not it is at least possible something bad is going on. So, let's act now!

    No More “Stranger Things” Than This Pandemic, But Now to Better Stranger Things | Ep 19

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2020 2:47


    Yep, that's right my friends! Stranger Things may have been pushed back like so many other shows in 2020, but the scripts have made it out and the cast is beginning to record sometime this Fall! So, 2021 should be giving us good news!

    Elon Musk & Bill Gates' Twitter Was Hacked? What? | Episode 18

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2020 4:18


    Folks, oops, they did it again. They played with their Twitter... Yep, that's right. Two of thw biggest tech minds out there got hacked! What can we do to avoid that kind of thing happening to us?????

    Attracting the Tribe You Want & Facebook Groups | Episode 17

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2020 11:22


    Attracting the Tribe You Want & Facebook Groups | Episode 16

    How to Watch All the Marvel Movies in Chronological Order | Episode 16

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2020 5:00


    Folks, with Disney Plus and time on our hands, there has never been a better time to watch all the Marvel movies in order. But with them all coming out in different timelines, how do we watch them in chronological order????? This is how...

    Showing Up Authentically on Social Media | Episode 15

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2020 12:02


    Showing Up Authentically on Social Media is crucial if you want to be an influencer! | Episode 14

    HELP! I NEED TO CREATE A SAFE PASSWORD | Episode 14

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 4, 2020 5:35


    HELP! I NEED TO CREATE A SAFE PASSWORD TO STOP PEOPLE BREAKING INTO MY ONLINE ACCOUNTS! We work through the issues to help you know the best practice and best tool to stay safe with your passwords.

    Episode 13 - Don't Let HP Become an Instant Nightmare!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2020 4:12


    It's the nightmare on Hewlett Packard Street and we want you to protect yourself before you go printing your dreams away!

    Episode 12 - Anyone Looking for a Big Comfy Sofa? Starbucks is Going High Tech Mobile But Are They Losing the Techies?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2020 3:47


    So, as Starbucks makes the decision to move away from locations that allow people to sit down and use their Wi-Fi and enjoy their big comfy sofas are they making a huge mistake and will they lose market share as more new coffee shops offer what Starbucks no longer thinks is valuable for us nerds?

    Episode 11 - Apple's Latest Update May Leave You a Little Green, But the Speed is Worth the Risk!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2020 3:34


    Episode 11 - Apple's Latest Update May Leave You a Little Green, But the Speed is Worth the Risk!So, if you are able to update and take the risk, trust me, this is the first patch on the iOS software that has improved my phone in a very long time. I love the speed. But if you own an iPhone 11, you may not like the green tint you get on your screen after the update and it will require you to get the screen replaced! So, be forewarned!

    Episode 8 - The Race is ON Again!!!!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2020 3:30


    Who else is super excited about the SpaceX launch that just took place over the weekend? Did you realize that so much technology and simple home solutions and more came from the race before? What may come from this newest season of USA space racing?!?!?!

    Episode 6 - Zoom Just Upped Their Security & Encryption Game Beyond Anyone Out There!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2020 3:38


    After May 30, Zoom is The Most Secure Video Metting solution Out!

    Episode 7 - Microsoft Goes & Facebook's Woes!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2020 4:30


    Today we dig into New News on Microsoft's Earpods & Surface Go 2 and Facebook's SDK Malfunction!

    Episode 5 - How to Massively Grow Your YouTube Channel

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2020 7:42


    In this podcast, I cover 13 things tou can do to massively grow your YouTube channel and brand and really “Crush It” as a vlogger! These steps have grown my channel subscribers and income by 3 times the amount I just made a couple months ago! So, jump in and let's have fun!

    Episode 3 - What Happened with Zoom? Did It Really Get Hacked?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2020 3:52


    So, don't believe all the news and hype. Zoom.us did not get hacked. However, a lot of folks were exposed and smart people exploited some less secure areas of Zoom or parts that folks had not secured well. Give this a listen as we show some great opportunities for securing your Zoom and we take all the “spin” out of the real news!

    Episode 4 - May the Fourth Be With You!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2020 5:22


    In honor of May the Fourth Be With You Day, Today we dive deep into the entire Star Wars narrative timeline and share exactly how to watch all the Star Wars shows in order. This is a lot of fun and really clears up some of the things that are so confusing about the Star Wars timeline!

    Episode 2 - How to Really Get Your Stimulus Check Update from the IRS Website!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2020 3:08


    Today I am sharing the easy real answer to getting the IRS website to show your information updating you on your stimulus payout. Would you believe it's so much easier than you knew!?!?!?! Give this podcast a listen and let me know what else I can help you with!

    Episode 1 - Think Before You Tweet, Elon!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2020 2:17


    Using social media can absolutely affect your businesses both in a positive and negative way. On this episode, we discuss this latest fiasco on Twitter that has cost Elon Musk, Tesla and their shareholders $14 Billion in value. So, let's talk a best practice as CEO's and Execs when it comes to social media!

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