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    Episode 259: A Christmas Miracle

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2024 116:19 Transcription Available


    ChatGPT 4o1 says: “Listen up, you sorry lot of keyboard warriors and living-room commandos—the boys are back and this Grumpy Old Bens episode is a double-barreled blast of no-nonsense holiday havoc and bone-crushing tech talk that'd make a Navy SEAL blush. Strap in as these two grizzled vets of the podcasting trenches rip the wrapping … Continue reading "Episode 259: A Christmas Miracle"

    Episode 258: Podcaster Hallucinations

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2024 Transcription Available


    ChatGPT says: “Dive into the latest episode of Grumpy Old Bens, where hosts Darren O'Neill and Ryan Bemrose tackle a whirlwind of hot-button issues and cultural phenomena. From the fiery pronoun debate and the impact of participation trophy culture to the WNBA's latest controversy and the intriguing Trump effect, no topic is off-limits. Explore Australia's … Continue reading "Episode 258: Podcaster Hallucinations"

    Episode 257: Hetero Monkeypox Pandemic

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2024 Transcription Available


    ChatGPT says: “This episode brings you a lively and unfiltered discussion on the most pressing tech stories of the day. They dive deep into the wild world of AI, uncovering both the groundbreaking advancements and the hilarious blunders, from AI's struggle with sarcasm to the absurdity of AI-generated advice. They also share personal anecdotes on … Continue reading "Episode 257: Hetero Monkeypox Pandemic"

    Episode 256: Going To Work

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2024 124:05 Transcription Available


    ChatGPT says: “In episode 256 of Grumpy Old Ben's, hosts Darren O'Neill and Ryan Bemrose dive into a range of engaging topics, from the complexities of working remotely and the impact of corporate policies on employee morale to the intriguing yet unsettling advancements in AI technology, such as deepfakes recreating voices of deceased loved ones. … Continue reading "Episode 256: Going To Work"

    Episode 255: Biometric Blues

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2024 127:22 Transcription Available


    Tech, politics, comedy, and much, much more on this episode of Grumpy Old Bens! From software updates to city busses spying on you, we've got you covered. Thanks for listening, and thank you to those who support the show! EXECUTIVE PRODUCER:Sir Sean of the Allegheny Valley ASSOCIATE-EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:aerostaciaAnastasia TreklessircussmediaSir Truck DriverEricPPJoel WCBrookyln112WiirdoafrothymixSirNoldusCSB – https://www.csb.lol | … Continue reading "Episode 255: Biometric Blues"

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    Episode 254: Node Business

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2024 114:23 Transcription Available


    This episode discusses whether AI can reason, setting up a Bitcoin and Lightning node, Umbrel crashing a network, opening channels, and much, much more! Thanks for listening, and thank you to those who support the show! EXECUTIVE PRODUCER:Bruce Blessinger ASSOCIATE-EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:Sir Fudge FountainSir Truck DriverSir Sean of the Allegheny ValleyJoel WafrothymixSirNoldusCSB – https://www.csb.lol | https://x.com/csb … Continue reading "Episode 254: Node Business"

    Episode 253: Broadband Nutrition

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2024 120:54 Transcription Available


    This episode discusses the right to repair, net neutrality, when AI is not AI, and much, much more! Thanks for listening, and thank you to those who support the show! EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:SpeedyBubbleDonald Mills ASSOCIATE-EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:Srinivas MurtySir Sean of the Allegheny ValleyJoel WSirNoldusCSB – https://www.csb.lol | https://x.com/csb THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT! We hope you enjoy … Continue reading "Episode 253: Broadband Nutrition"

    Episode 252: Trolling Along

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2024 117:30 Transcription Available


    This episode discusses hate speech, the minimum wage, feeding the trolls, and much, much more! Thanks for listening, and thank you to those who support the show! EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:AerostaticaBrian Genack ASSOCIATE-EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:Steve E.Sir Sean of the Allegheny ValleySir Truck DriverCSB – https://www.csb.lol | https://x.com/csb THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT! We hope you enjoy the show, … Continue reading "Episode 252: Trolling Along"

    Episode 251: Find My SWAT Team

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2024 129:35 Transcription Available


    This episode breaks down the Florida law that makes it illegal for children under the age of 14 to use social media, EV requirements, a SWAT team targeting an innocent family, making a Raspberry Pi do bad things, and more! Thanks for listening, and thank you to those who support the show! EXECUTIVE PRODUCER:Sir AnonymousSir … Continue reading "Episode 251: Find My SWAT Team"

    Episode 250: Deep Spate

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2024 118:46 Transcription Available


    This episode breaks down stupid laws from the left and the right, and a whole lot more! Thanks for listening, and thank you to those who support the show! EXECUTIVE PRODUCER:Bruce BlessingerProgo – https://smallcomputer.usSrinivas MurtyAnastasia Trekles ASSOCIATE-EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:Sir Fudge FountainNA Millennial – https://namillennial.comSir Truck DriverNetNedCSB – https://www.csb.lol THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT! We hope you … Continue reading "Episode 250: Deep Spate"

    Episode 249: Bitch-Ass Door Camera

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2024 115:52 Transcription Available


    This episode breaks down New York investigating the AT&T outage, Apples latest iOS update for the EU, the EU fining Apple, the trust in AI, Yuzu folding, and a whole lot more! Thanks for listening, and thank you to those who support the show! EXECUTIVE PRODUCER:Bacondude – https://www.baecomega.com/Dark Lady Dazhur DemondragonBrian Genack ASSOCIATE-EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:SpeedybubbleSteve E.NetNedSir … Continue reading "Episode 249: Bitch-Ass Door Camera"

    Episode 248: Black Box Testing

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2024 117:31 Transcription Available


    This episode is so hot that ChatGPT wouldn't write a summary of it! You can tune in now for all of the fun. Thanks for listening, and thank you to those who support the show! EXECUTIVE PRODUCER:Dale From Down UnderMark GintySir Sean of the Allegheny Valley ASSOCIATE-EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:SirVoSpeedyBubbleSir Truck DriverNetNedBillybon3s – https://billybon3s.comJoelWCSB – https://www.csb.lol THANK … Continue reading "Episode 248: Black Box Testing"

    Episode 247: Argh Matey

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2024 111:19 Transcription Available


    On this free-form, free-flowing episode of Grumpy Old Bens, we talk about AI, piracy, rolling a Pleroma instance, and a whole lot more. Thanks for listening and thank you to those that support the show! EXECUTIVE PRODUCER:Anastasia Trekles ASSOCIATE-EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:JohnsbrtSir Sean of the Allegheny ValleyJoel WTomTomSkimixWiirdo THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT! We hope you enjoy … Continue reading "Episode 247: Argh Matey"

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    Episode 246: You So Prime

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2024 107:16 Transcription Available


    On this Valentine's Day episode of Grumpy Old Bens, we talk about AI, people suing Amazon, smart devices, and a whole lot more. Thanks for listening and thank you to those that support the show! EXECUTIVE PRODUCER:Bruce BlessingerSpeedyBubbleProgo – https://smallcomputer.us/Srinivas Murty ASSOCIATE-EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:NAMillennial – https://namillennial.com/Billybon3s – http://www.billybon3s.com/Sir Truck Driver – https://rollingon.showJoel WSir Sean of the … Continue reading "Episode 246: You So Prime"

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    Episode 245: Name You Shall Not Speak

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2024 114:54 Transcription Available


    On this episode of Grumpy Old Bens, we talk about movies, AI, deepfakes, caching the Internet, and a whole lot more. Thanks for listening and thank you to those that support the show! EXECUTIVE PRODUCER:ProgoDark Lady Dazhur DemondragonBrian Genack ASSOCIATE-EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:SpeedyBubbleSteve E.JoelWCSB – https://www.CSB.lol THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT! We hope you enjoy the show, … Continue reading "Episode 245: Name You Shall Not Speak"

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    Episode 244: Necrophilia Curious

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2024 120:29 Transcription Available


    On this episode of Grumpy Old Bens, we talk about AI, security, cat alarm clocks, calls on X, and a whole lot more. Thanks for listening and thank you to those that support the show! EXECUTIVE PRODUCER:WhozEdB10mBacondudeSir Sean of the Allegheny ValleyAnastasia Trekles ASSOCIATE-EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:Lavish – https://behindthesch3m3s.comBoobury – https://truefans.fm/before-the-sch3m3sNAMillenial – https://namillennial.comSirTruckDriver – https://RollingOn.ShowNetNedmemes1337SpeedyBubbleJoelWCarolyn Blaney – … Continue reading "Episode 244: Necrophilia Curious"

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    Episode 243: Farking Idiot

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2024 92:44 Transcription Available


    On this episode of Grumpy Old Bens, we talk about social media, the Apple watch blood oxygen sensor, tracking cars, and a whole lot more. Thanks for listening and thank you to those that support the show! EXECUTIVE PRODUCER:Guru Walkman – @walkman@vocalfry.social ASSOCIATE-EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:Phaze_zillaSir Fudge FountainnamillenialSirTruckDriver – https://RollingOn.ShowNetNedCSB – https://www.CSB.lol THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT! … Continue reading "Episode 243: Farking Idiot"

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    Episode 242: It’s A Riot

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2024 129:32 Transcription Available


    On this episode of Grumpy Old Bens, we talk about starting riots, copyright and AI, labor laws, and a whole lot more. Thanks for listening and thank you to those that support the show! EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:Jay CodichiniSir Sean of the Allegheny ValleySpeedybubbleSrinivas MurtyDark Lady Dazhur DemondragonBrian GenackSteve E.Raymond ZorgerSirTruckDriver – https://RollingOn.ShowAmducious THANK YOU FOR YOUR … Continue reading "Episode 242: It's A Riot"

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    Episode 241: Pr0n Credits

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2023 93:23 Transcription Available


    On this episode of Grumpy Old Bens, we talk about EU laws, porn credits, facial recognition, the Apple watch, and a whole lot more. Thanks for listening and thank you to those that support the show! EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:Anastasia TreklesNetNedSirTruckDriver – https://RollingOn.ShowbooperofnosesAmduciousSirVo THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT! We hope you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us! … Continue reading "Episode 241: Pr0n Credits"

    Episode 240: Cheap Laughs

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2023 130:34 Transcription Available


    On this episode of Grumpy Old Bens, we talk about Epic Games vs Google, new EU Laws Regarding AI, the CIA Funding Signal, and a whole lot more. Thanks for listening and thank you to those that support the show! EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:Srinivas MurtySir Fudge FountainDotardTedPhoenixSirTruckDriver – https://RollingOn.ShowCBrooklyn112memes1337NetNedmixSirNoldusCSB – https://www.CSB.lol THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT! We … Continue reading "Episode 240: Cheap Laughs"

    Episode 239: Untethered

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2023 119:18 Transcription Available


    On this episode of Grumpy Old Bens, we talk about how accurate ChatGPT is, how Firefox may soon be left behind, push notifications giving away your location, and a lot more. Thanks for listening and thank you to those that support the show! EXECUTIVE PRODUCER:Obscene Snowman ASSOCIATE-EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:Andrew MolinaProgoDazhur Demondragon of WoWBrian GenackSteve E.Raymond ZorgerSirVoNetNedJoelWtomtomskiRock'n'Roll … Continue reading "Episode 239: Untethered"

    Episode 238: Pornado

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2023 111:21 Transcription Available


    Grumpy Old Bens is BACK! We talk about self-service lanes at the grocery store, IoS Namedrop, Sports Illustrated using AI, and a whole lot more. Thanks for listening and thank you to those that support the show! EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:Podhouse StudiosCBrooklyn112SirTruckDriver – https://rollingon.showAble Kirby – https://rareencounter.netmemes1337JoelWUser84796563SirCussMediaRock'N'Roll BreakheartCSB – https://www.CSB.lol THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT! We hope … Continue reading "Episode 238: Pornado"

    Episode 237: High Eight Us

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2023 125:08 Transcription Available


    Grumpy Old Bens is BACK! We talk about Ryan's new gig, electric vehicles, and a whole lot more. Thanks for listening and thank you to those that support the show! EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:Sir Sean of the Allegheny ValleyB10mAnastasia TreklesProgoSrinivas MurtyDazhur Demondragon of WoWBrian GenackSteve E.Sir Fudge FountainSirCussMediaUser3278283986055710AnonymousBoobury – https://behindthesch3m3s.com/Phoenix – https://lotuseffect.show/CBrooklyn112OmegaProjectcottonginmemes1337Kyrin – https://blubrry.com/1475054/JoelWStacyThatGuyOverThereRock ‘N' Roll BreakheartWiirdoHarry … Continue reading "Episode 237: High Eight Us"

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    Episode 236: Virgin Accountants

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2023 126:20 Transcription Available


    On this episode of Grumpy Old Bens, we talk about the war against social media, surveillance cameras, our schedule moving forward, and a whole lot more. Thanks for listening and thank you to those that support the show! EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:GummyNerdsSir Sean of the Allegheny ValleyDazhur Demondragon of WoWProgoSrinivas MurtySir Fudge FountainSir Truck DriverJoelWmemes1337uzzaHarry PilgrimScott D. … Continue reading "Episode 236: Virgin Accountants"

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    Episode 235: Streamlined Incompetence

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2023 127:51 Transcription Available


    On this episode of Grumpy Old Bens, we talk about some scintillating topics, and a whole lot more. Thanks for listening and thank you to those that support the show! EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:Anastasia TreklesPhoenixSir Truck DriverBillyBon3sCBrooklyn112JoelWmemes1337Sir Sean of the Allegheny ValleyEricPPHarry Pilgrim THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT! We hope you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us! … Continue reading "Episode 235: Streamlined Incompetence"

    Episode 234: Boosting Bon3s

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2023 118:14 Transcription Available


    On this episode of Grumpy Old Bens, we talk about XXX, and a whole lot more. Thanks for listening and thank you to those that support the show! EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:Clip CustodianSrinivas MurtySteve EdwardsNetNedSir Fudge FountainPhiferOystein BergeSir Sean of the Allegheny ValleyHarry PilgrimJoelWmemes1337BillyBon3sComic Strip Blogger – https://www.CSB.lol THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT! We hope you enjoy … Continue reading "Episode 234: Boosting Bon3s"

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    Episode 233: Liberty’s Not Safe

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2023 121:15 Transcription Available


    On this episode of Grumpy Old Bens, we talk about Liberty Safe giving an unlock code to the FBI, Xfinity signal drops, Twitter collecting data, and a whole lot more. Thanks for listening and thank you to those that support the show! EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:Clip CustodianSir AndrewBrian GenackAnthony TomaszewskiSteve E.Steven McConnellPhoenixNetNedCBrooklyn112BillyBon3sgazza88Harry PilgrimJoelWAnonymousComic Strip Blogger – https://www.CSB.lolTHANK … Continue reading "Episode 233: Liberty's Not Safe"

    Episode 232: Electric Shell Game

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2023 123:03 Transcription Available


    On this episode of Grumpy Old Bens, we talk about California's insane new electric vehicle concept, self-driving trucks, leaving someone a video voicemail, and a whole lot more. Thanks for listening and thank you to those that support the show! EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:Guru Finley of Buckeye ASSOCIATE-EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:Anastasia TreklesNetNedBoo-Bury – https://behindthesch3m3s.com/SirVoComic Strip Blogger – https://www.CSB.lolTHANK YOU … Continue reading "Episode 232: Electric Shell Game"

    Episode 231: AI Power

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2023 131:13 Transcription Available


    On this episode of Grumpy Old Bens, we talk about doxing, revenge porn, AI, a combination of those, and a whole lot more. Thanks for listening and thank you to those that support the show! EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:Harry PilgrimClip CustodianProgoSrinivas MurtyBaron of RotterdamBrian HallNAMillennialMurray_NCBrooklyn112memes1337EricPPJoelWComic Strip Blogger – https://www.CSB.lolTHANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT! We hope you enjoy … Continue reading "Episode 231: AI Power"

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    Episode 230: Close Enough

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2023 130:58 Transcription Available


    On this episode of Grumpy Old Bens, we talk about deepfakes, propaganda, climate change, vehicle emissions, artificial intelligence, and a whole lot more. Thanks for listening and thank you to those that support the show! EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:Brian GenackBranda EricksenSamuel CorpDazhurLavishBooburyNetNedBillybon3sCBrooklyn112aWhiteMikememes1337JoelWSir Sean of the Allegheny ValleyEricPPComic Strip Blogger – https://www.CSB.lolTHANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT! We hope … Continue reading "Episode 230: Close Enough"

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    Episode 229: Tesla Spy

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2023 127:35 Transcription Available


    On this episode of Grumpy Old Bens, we talk about Teslas as Spy Devices, Artificial Intelligence, Privacy, Electric Planes, and a whole lot more. Thanks for listening and thank you to those that support the show! EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:Eric MakiAnonymousSir Sean of the Allegheny ValleyProgoNetNedSteve EdwardsClip CustodianSteven McConnellSteve E.CBrooklyn112JoelWComic Strip Blogger – https://www.CSB.lolTHANK YOU FOR YOUR … Continue reading "Episode 229: Tesla Spy"

    Episode 228: Bacon Dispenser

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2023 131:52 Transcription Available


    On this episode of Grumpy Old Bens, we talk about Artificial Intelligence, Moderation on Social Media, Capitalism in Russia, Why Bemrose Mooned the Babysitter, and a whole lot more. Thanks for listening! EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:Sir Sean of the Allegheny ValleyJay Codichinibillybon3smemes1337joelwlavishPhiferBooBurySirVoTHANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT! We hope you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us! SUBSCRIBE/DONATE: http://grumpyoldbens.com/donate NOTES … Continue reading "Episode 228: Bacon Dispenser"

    Episode 227: Woke Imagination

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2023 122:14 Transcription Available


    On this episode of Grumpy Old Bens, we talk about the future of the show, AI, Sim- Swapping, Paypal, and a whole lot more. Thanks for listening! EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Sir_OMAProgoAnastasia TreklesSrinivas MurtyBrian HallBoo-Bury – https://behindthesch3m3s.com/HeyCitizenNAMillenialrdavis87SirCussMediaEricPPmemes1337Sir Sean of the Allegheny ValleyTHANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT! We hope you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us! SUBSCRIBE/DONATE: http://grumpyoldbens.com/donate NOTES … Continue reading "Episode 227: Woke Imagination"

    Episode 226: Power Rankings

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2023 121:07 Transcription Available


    Grumpy Old Bens tackles sextortion whether it be real or AI generated, we talk about WD saying your drives are too old, Amazon shutting down a customer's smart home devices for a “racist comment,” and a whole lot more. Thanks for listening! EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:aWhiteMikeSir Sean of the Allegheny ValleySirLee MofoCurtis PetersonBoo-Bury – https://behindthesch3m3s.com/CBrooklyn112NetNedAmduciousTHANK YOU FOR … Continue reading "Episode 226: Power Rankings"

    Episode 225: Block Party

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2023 130:09 Transcription Available


    Grumpy Old Bens tackles sextortion whether it be real or AI generated, we talk about WD saying your drives are too old, Amazon shutting down a customer's smart home devices for a “racist comment,” and a whole lot more. Thanks for listening! EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:coldacid – https://rareencounter.net/EricPPCurtis PetersonSrinivas MurtyBoo-Bury – https://behindthesch3m3s.com/Brian HallAWhiteMikeJoelWNetNedTHANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT! … Continue reading "Episode 225: Block Party"

    Episode 224: Killer Drones

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2023 114:23 Transcription Available


    Grumpy Old Bens tackles the hard tech news in an entertaining way. Doesn't that sound like something you'd enjoy? Doesn't it seem like a show you should recommend to all of your friends? So, do it! Thanks for listening! EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:EricPPJames PowersaWhiteMikeSirNubbnDarian RundallSteven McConnellSteve E.NetNedJoelWTHANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT! We hope you enjoy the show, … Continue reading "Episode 224: Killer Drones"

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    Episode 223: AI Podcasters

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2023 119:17 Transcription Available


    Grumpy Old Bens tackles the hard tech news in an entertaining way. Doesn't that sound like something you'd enjoy? Doesn't it seem like a show you should recommend to all of your friends? So, do it! Thanks for listening! EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:Sir Sean of the Allegheny ValleyAnastasia TreklesNetNedNullPointerCurtis PetersonSir SpencerSirVoJoelWMemes1337OmegaProjectCbrooklyn112THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT! We hope … Continue reading "Episode 223: AI Podcasters"

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    Episode 222: Oh Canada

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2023 118:22 Transcription Available


    Grumpy Old Bens tackles the hard tech news in an entertaining way. Doesn't that sound like something you'd enjoy? Doesn't it seem like a show you should recommend to your friends? So, do it! Thanks for listening! EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:ProgoSrinivas MurtyBrian HallBillyBon3sNAMillenialPhoenixSirVoCurtis PetersonHarry PilgrimJoelWAmduciousTHANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT! We hope you enjoy the show, please consider supporting … Continue reading "Episode 222: Oh Canada"

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    Episode 221: Oh Utah

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2023 113:50 Transcription Available


    Just another conversation that floats like a butterfly and stings like a bee! It's tech. It's politics. It's the best podcast you haven't heard yet. It's way hotter than quantum and it is not crafted by an AI. Enjoy! EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:NetNedSteven McConnellSteve E.SirFerJoelWBillyBon3sCBrooklyn112Curtis PetersonAmduciousTHANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT! We hope you enjoy the show, please … Continue reading "Episode 221: Oh Utah"

    Episode 220: The Stupid Test

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2023 121:09 Transcription Available


    Just another conversation that floats like a butterfly and stings like a bee! It's tech. It's politics. It's the best podcast you haven't heard yet. It's way hotter than quantum and it is not crafted by an AI. Enjoy! EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:Guru Walkman Of BuckeyeWot-Mi WuriSir Sean of the Allegheny ValleyAlexander HarringtonMurray NTHANK YOU FOR YOUR … Continue reading "Episode 220: The Stupid Test"

    Episode 219: Quantum Pussy

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2023 130:31 Transcription Available


    Just another conversation that floats like a butterfly and stings like a bee! It's tech. It's politics. It's the best podcast you haven't heard yet. It's way hotter than quantum! It's not crafted by an AI. Enjoy! EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:ProgoAnastasia TreklesThewTheKookyJohnny HipwellClip_CustodianNAMillennialCBrooklyn112Reverend Doctor PhiferTHANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT! We hope you enjoy the show, please consider supporting … Continue reading "Episode 219: Quantum Pussy"

    Episode 218: Blistlewhower

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2023 112:16 Transcription Available


    Just another conversation that floats like a butterfly and stings like a bee! It's tech. It's politics. It's the best podcast you haven't heard yet. It's hotter than quantum! It's not crafted by an AI. Enjoy! EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:Srinivas MurtySirVoSirSnoldusNetNedBrian HallNetNedTHANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT! We hope you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us! SUBSCRIBE/DONATE: http://grumpyoldbens.com/donate NOTES … Continue reading "Episode 218: Blistlewhower"

    Episode 217: Kill Button

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2023 119:27 Transcription Available


    Just another conversation that floats like a butterfly and stings like a bee! It's tech. It's politics. It's the best podcast you haven't heard yet. It's hotter than quantum! EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:Brian GenackSteven McConnellSteve E.Dennis WoodsMani SchewitzNetNedTHANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT! We hope you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us! SUBSCRIBE/DONATE: http://grumpyoldbens.com/donate NOTES / LINKS: Mullvad Browserhttps://mullvad.net/en/browser … Continue reading "Episode 217: Kill Button"

    Episode 216: Bemrose Biometrics

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2023 121:31 Transcription Available


    Just another conversation that floats like a butterfly and stings like a bee! It's tech. It's politics. It's the best podcast you haven't heard yet. It's hotter than quantum! EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:BacondudeSir Sean of the Allegheny ValleyAnastasia TreklesJohnny HipwellPheonixNetNedCurtis PetersonBoo-BuryThor The Wonder HammerTHANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT! We hope you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us! … Continue reading "Episode 216: Bemrose Biometrics"

    Episode 215: Milking Their Boosts

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2023 122:22 Transcription Available


    Just another conversation that floats like a butterfly and stings like a bee! It's tech. It's politics. It's the best podcast you haven't heard yet. EXECUTIVE PRODUCER:Srinivas MurtyBrian HallSpeedyBubbleNetNed THANK YOU! We hope you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us! SUBSCRIBE/DONATE: http://grumpyoldbens.com/donate NOTES / LINKS: NordVPN makes its Meshnet private tunnel free for everyonehttps://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/nordvpn-makes-its-meshnet-private-tunnel-free-for-everyone/ RL Stine … Continue reading "Episode 215: Milking Their Boosts"

    Episode 214: Repo Man AI

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2023 120:37 Transcription Available


    Just another conversation that floats like a butterfly and stings like a bee! It's tech. It's politics. It's the best podcast you haven't heard yet. EXECUTIVE PRODUCER:Loretta VandenbergSir Sean of the Allegheny ValleyBrian GenackSteven McConnellDennis WoodsMani SchewitzSteve E.Carolyn BlaneyLavishNetNad THANK YOU! We hope you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us! SUBSCRIBE/DONATE: http://grumpyoldbens.com/donate NOTES / LINKS: Activist … Continue reading "Episode 214: Repo Man AI"

    Episode 213: Driving Like A Californian

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2023 120:07 Transcription Available


    Just another conversation that floats like a butterfly and stings like a bee! It's tech. It's politics. It's the best podcast you haven't heard yet. EXECUTIVE PRODUCER:B10mProgoAnastasia TreklesSrinivas MurtySir Truck DriverBrian HallBooBury THANK YOU! We hope you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us! SUBSCRIBE/DONATE: http://grumpyoldbens.com/donate NOTES / LINKS: Roald Dahl's books being sanitized for wokenesshttps://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2023/02/17/roald-dahl-books-rewritten-offensive-matilda-witches-twits/ WA … Continue reading "Episode 213: Driving Like A Californian"

    Episode 212: Walking Pooh

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2023 127:37 Transcription Available


    Just another conversation that floats like a butterfly and stings like a bee while Darren is off at the endodontist! It's the best podcast you haven't heard yet. EXECUTIVE PRODUCER:TomTomThew The KookyMurray_NSirVoNetNed THANK YOU! We hope you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us! SUBSCRIBE/DONATE: http://grumpyoldbens.com/donate NOTES / LINKS: Biden State of the Union Big Techhttps://appleinsider.com/articles/23/02/08/biden-demands-antitrust-action-against-big-tech-during-state-of-the-union Apple … Continue reading "Episode 212: Walking Pooh"

    Episode 211: Radio Free Darren

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2023 114:02 Transcription Available


    Progo joins Ryan Bemrose for a conversation that floats like a butterfly and stings like a bee while Darren is off at the endodontist! It's the best podcast you haven't heard yet. EXECUTIVE PRODUCER:CBrookyln112Cottongin THANK YOU! We hope you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us! SUBSCRIBE/DONATE: http://grumpyoldbens.com/donate NOTES / LINKS: Gmail creator: ChatGPT will destroy google … Continue reading "Episode 211: Radio Free Darren"

    Episode 210: Phantom Buzzing

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2023 114:01 Transcription Available


    Another epic conversation that floats like a butterfly and stings like a bee! It's the best podcast you haven't heard yet. EXECUTIVE PRODUCER:Sir Sean of the Allegheny ValleyAnastasia TreklesNAMillennialNetNed THANK YOU! We hope you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us! SUBSCRIBE/DONATE: http://grumpyoldbens.com/donate NOTES / LINKS: Apple iOS 16.3 arrives with support for hardware security keyshttps://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/apple/apple-ios-163-arrives-with-support-for-hardware-security-keys/ U.S. … Continue reading "Episode 210: Phantom Buzzing"

    Episode 209: Listener Count Zero

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 18, 2023 126:27 Transcription Available


    Another epic conversation that takes an in-depth look at free speech and the Internet, and a whole lot more! It's the best podcast you haven't heard yet. EXECUTIVE PRODUCER:SpeedyBubbleBooBuryWiirdoPhiferBrian HallgguzmanCarolyn BlaneySirVoSeeDubsNetNedCBrooklyn112 THANK YOU! We hope you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us! SUBSCRIBE/DONATE: http://grumpyoldbens.com/donate NOTES / LINKS: Gonzalez v. Googlehttps://www.theepochtimes.com/supreme-courts-section-230-case-could-upend-the-internet-google-claims_4982129.htmlhttps://www.scotusblog.com/case-files/cases/gonzalez-v-google-llc/ Thank you for listening to Grumpy … Continue reading "Episode 209: Listener Count Zero"

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