ColinTalk

Welcome back to ColinTalk! Our hiatus is now over with Episode 25! In this episode we take an in-depth look at Apple's WWDC 18 with Colin, Rick Hermanson, Lynn & Scott from the perspective of a Swift app developer and Certified Mac Consultants. We discuss iOS 12, macOS Mojave, watchOS 5, and tvOS 12's new features, additions and preformance improvements.

Episode 24 of ColinTalk takes an in-depth look at the opioid epidemic in America, what initiatives we can take as a community, what work is going on, how anybody can help, and what President Trump is doing about it. (Hint: He’s not doing much of anything.) Our outstanding panel for this episode features Dr. Jim Shames, The Medical Director at Jackson County Public Health, and Laura Heesacker, The Behavioral Health Innovation Specialist for Jackson Care Connect who was recently honored as an outstanding ambassador through Lines of Life, an organization dedicated to preventing substance abuse and suicide.  We discuss some fantastic work going on in the Jackson County region of Oregon where their collaborative efforts are really making a difference on the serious opioid issues in and around our communities… and even worldwide.

Episode 23 of ColinTalk features an interview with Rick Hascall, the owner of Workout Anytime Beaverton as he explains his inspiration for becoming the owner of a gym as well as Rick's journey through law enforcement and how being a Law Enforcement Officer helped him to achieve his goals in life. We also discuss Rick's journey through the Portland Police Department, FBI, Special Emergency Reaction Team (SWAT) and the Regional Organized Crime Narcotics Task Force (ROCN).

Episode 22 of ColinTalk features an interview with Daniel Davis, the Community Manager from DuckDuckGo as he gives us an insight on how to protect your privacy and security to stay safe online. He also touches on how the open-source search engine DuckDuckGo can help you take a stand for your internet privacy. Check out the DuckDuckGo Blog for more strategies and information to keep you safe online as well as moving away from using less private search engines like Google. Show your support for DuckDuckGo and spread privacy by tweeting #ComeToTheDuckSide.

Episode 21 of ColinTalk features an interview with Jon Perri, the Director of Campaigns & Partnerships at Change.org, as he gives us an insight on the FCC’s proposal to move Net Neutrality to a different legal footing, from Title l to Title ll, the impact that could have on Americans and our online freedom. To learn more, sign the petition to keep Net Neutrality, and call your congressmen to speak out against the FCC to keep Net Neutrality in place, please visit Change.org, Battle For The Net, and the Electronic Frontier Foundation!

Our new Best Of Edition: Volume 2 features a recap of the past 10 episodes with commentary from your host, Colin as we look back at the best moments with all our wonderful guests!

Our first Education Edition of ColinTalk features an interview with Emily Price, a 7th Grade Humanities teacher at Conestoga Middle School with a psychology degree. We discuss her story of becoming a teacher, how she utilizes her psychology skills in the classroom, student leadership skills, inspiring students, our current education system, and the challenges of teaching. Plus, I was convinced by Emily to include an all-new word association 'lightning round!'

Episode 18 of ColinTalk features an interview with Katie Fracasso, a real estate broker and co-owner of Twin Team Reality from Portland, Oregon as Katie gives us an in-depth analysis on the modern housing market, as well as recommendations for someone looking to buy a home. We also touch on the dramatically increasing prices in the housing market, trends, and some of the reasons people are increasingly seeking ethically, more environmentally friendly housing!

Episode 17 of ColinTalk features a political interview with Jeremiah Rigsby, the Director of Public Policy & Regulatory Affairs at CareOregon! We discuss the proposed Graham-Cassidy Health Care Bill, Tax Reform, Health Care and the tragic Las Vegas Shooting, as well as how this shooting will affect discussions on gun control laws.

Episode 16 of ColinTalk features an interview with Nick Brumfield, CEO & Founder of Digital Cloud Photography in Portland, Oregon. We discuss Nick’s journey into photography and how he came to make the Digital Cloud. He also shares tips and tricks everyone can use for taking stunning, attractive photos on professional cameras or by using the camera on your mobile device!

Episode 15 of ColinTalk features an interview with Certified Apple Consultant Rick Hermanson, Owner of Brightstone Macintosh Consulting from Portland, Oregon, as we give you a full in-depth analysis on the Apple September 2017 Special Event! We will also discuss all new products that were released such as iPhone 8 & 8 Plus, iPhone X, Apple Watch Series 3 and Apple TV 4K. Plus, we analyze how macOS, iOS, watchOS & tvOS all benefit from all the new products and hardware revealed at this Apple September 2017 Special Event.

Episode 14 of ColinTalk features an interview with Larry Bradley, a former sprinter at the University of Oregon! We discuss what it’s like to be an a sprinter, his inspiration & motivation to become a sprinter, the difficulty of his training, as well as some difficulties he took head-on in Larry’s Fitness Journey.

Episode 13 of ColinTalk features an interview with Andrew O’Brien, creator of the Vetreprenuers Tribe, The Publicity Guy, The Welcome Your Soldier Home Project & The Warriors Council. Co-hosting with me for this episode, Veteran Ryan Kramer! We discuss Andrew O'Brien's organizations and their impact on the veteran community.

Episode 12 of ColinTalk features an interview with Paul Fracasso, as he shares tips on how to save some money by cutting the cable. Check us out next week to debut our Veteran Edition with The Leader of the Vetreprenuer Tribe Andrew O’Brien & Sitting in with Colin, Ryan Kramer!

Episode 11 of ColinTalk features our first Technology Special Edition featuring special guest Rick Hermanson, the owner of Brightstone Macintosh Consulting in Portland, Oregon! We discuss what is next for Net Neutrality, Apple, new software, features and the state of technology. Be sure to check out last week’s Best Of Edition and the Fitness Edition with Ryan Kramer! Also, please share our website and write a review on Apple Podcasts! We’ll see you next week for a Real Estate Edition with Jen & Kate.

Episode 10 of ColinTalk features a review of the best moments on ColinTalk. Featuring intriguing commentary from your host, Colin! We will be back next week to debut our new Technology & Net Neutrality Edition with Rick Hermanson next week, so let’s make this the most popular episode yet! Be sure to check out last week’s Fitness Journey with Ryan Kramer and revisit all your favorite moments of the show. Let us know your favorite by writing a review and leaving a comment on the ColinTalk Website!

Episode 9 of ColinTalk features an interview with Ryan Kramer from Workout Anytime Beaverton as we discuss his fitness journey and what brought him into a healthy lifestyle. We also take a look at his personal influences for a healthy lifestyle, the gym community and how the military affected his fitness experience.

Episode 8 of ColinTalk features interviews with a Certified Personal Trainer in Excercise Science, Brittiany Roberts from Workout Anytime Beaverton. We discuss fitness, health, and tips on living a healthy lifestyle through fitness. Remember to check out our previous Lift For The 22 Special Edition and stay tuned for fresh intriguing interviews next week on ColinTalk. Help out the show by leaving us a review on Apple Podcasts to be featured on our website’s testimonials! Check back on our Social Media profiles for frequent updates.

Episode 7 of ColinTalk features an intriguing interview with the CEO & Founder of Lift for The 22, Carter Davis & Veteran Ryan Kramer. Learn more about the cause and how to support the veteran community at LiftForThe22.org Thanks for listening and remember to check back next week for a special Fitness Edition with Trainers Brittiany Roberts & Mclain Leonard!

Episode 6 of ColinTalk features interviews with Erin & Julia from CareOregon as we discuss the new Senate Health Care Bill, Medicaid, how this will affect Americans, as well as the difference between the House, Senate and the new Senate Health Care Bill. Remember to join us next week as we debut Episode 7, the new Lift For The 22 Special Edition with CEO & Founder Carter Davies & Veteran Ryan Kramer! Credits: Producer & Editing: Colin Fracasso-Boone Graphic Design: Colin Fracasso-Boone, Sketch App Descriptions & Info: Colin Fracasso-Boone Panel Interviewees: Erin Fair Taylor & Julia Pirani from CareOregon Music: Bensound Information, Questions: Panel Interviewees and Multiple News Sources

Episode 5 of ColinTalk features an in-depth discussion about our main story, North Korea, we also discuss Trump and his beliefs regarding the 17 Intelligence Agencies conclusion on Russia. Sorry for the short show this week, which contains no interviews but we will be back next week with a full edition. We promise this was in preparation and coordination of Special Edition Episodes 7 and 8, including a Lift For The 22 Special Edition and an introduction of a new Tech Edition. Elaboration on these Episodes and previews will be coming in an upcoming Announcement, so check back to our website frequently.

Episode 4 of ColinTalk features a Week In Review, an Interview with Dennis, we discuss Health Care, Trump’s tweets and their affect on the world, South Korea, Trump’s joint speech, the state of education and our main story, the Supreme Court ruling of Trump’s Travel Ban.

Episode 3 of ColinTalk features a Week In Review, Interviews and Panel Questions with Nancy and Jon. We discuss our main story, the Senate Health Care Bill, but will it pass? And how will the Senate Health Care Bill affect America? We’re also going to touch on the 21 states Russia hacked during the election, President Trump & James Comey’s supposedly taped private conversations, President Trump’s response, and more information regarding North Korea & the treatment of Otto Warmbier.

Episode 2 of ColinTalk features a Week In Review, Interviews and Panel Questions with Patrick & Darby! Jeff Sessions testimony, and Trump’s willingness to volunteer to testify before the senate, but will he actually testify under oath? Taking a closer look at President Trump’s possible obstruction of justice, the Virginia shooting, an update on Bill Cosby’s Trial, Mike Pence, changes to the Cuba engagement, and the Democrats in Congress suing Trump. Credits: Producer: Colin Fracasso-Boone Graphic Design: Colin Fracasso-Boone Descriptions & Info: Colin Fracasso-Boone Panel Interviews: Darby, Patrick Questions, Information: Multiple News Sources, Nancy