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Today on the Woody and Wilcox Show: There is a new pope; Fun With Golf Audio; Listener offers Chelsea a Roomba; “Raw-dogging” on the national news; Bachelorette star has two uteruses; Rules of the conclave; Questions you should not ask on a first date; And more!
Spring's here, and so is the outdoor tech talk! In this episode of YourTechReport, Marc Aflalo and Mitchell Whitfield dive into robotic pool gadgets, smart skimmers, and the latest in wireless lawn care. Plus, they explore how tariffs are impacting tech prices—including a sharp rise from fan-favorite brand Anker. Marc shares his search for a robotic lawnmower and wireless pool vacuum, while Mitchell explains why robotic skimmers like BETTA are essential for leaf-heavy yards. Then the conversation shifts to power banks, where Anker's thoughtfully designed products (some with built-in USB-C straps!) shine despite price hikes. It's a blend of home tech, smart design, and the kind of practical advice that makes tech work for you. [Chapters] 0:00 – Welcome + Outdoor Tech Season 0:30 – Pool Robots: Wired vs Wireless 1:18 – Skimmers and Vortex Magic 1:57 – Dealing with Pool Critters 2:42 – Traditional Pool Cleaning vs. Robot Vacs 3:43 – Wireless Robots & Battery Tech Concerns 4:12 – Robotic Skimmers and Leafy Nightmares 5:08 – Tariffs Impact Tech Prices 5:44 – Anker Raises Prices on Amazon 6:39 – Favorite Anker Battery Picks 8:05 – Strap-to-Charge Tech Design 8:44 – Why USB-C Makes Life Easier 9:30 – Apple's MagSafe Battery vs Anker 10:00 – Portable Power = Emergency Prep 10:29 – Next Topic Preview: Computer Upgrades [Key Quotes] “Pool robots are like Roombas for your water—and I don't want a battery blowing up in my pool!” — Marc Aflalo “Anker's design game is on point. One cable doubles as a strap—it's brilliant.” — Mitchell Whitfield “You leave it in a drawer for 3 months and it's still fully charged. That's smart tech.” — Mitchell Whitfield [Relevant Links] Anker: https://www.anker.com Aiper Robotic Pool Cleaners: https://www.aiper.com BETTA Robotic Skimmer: https://www.bettabot.com YourTechReport: https://www.yourtechreport.com Contact Us: contact@yourtechreport.com [Call to Action]
Pat & JT spiral into tech paranoia after finding out Roombas might be recording you on the toilet—and leaking it. They break down the viral bathroom photo that resurfaced from Amazon-owned iRobot tests and share a wild moment when a piece of podcast equipment picked up audio while powered off. Plus: the terrifying truth about smart devices, how many photos we're hoarding for no reason, and why you probably won't ever watch that concert video again. Subscribe, rate, and review our podcast wherever you get your podcasts so you don't miss an episode! Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram This is another Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network by going to HurrdatMedia.com or the Hurrdat Media YouTube channel! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
TITLE:The Speaker Effect (ft. Amy Eddy | SVP & Strategic Account Advisor | BigSpeak Speakers Bureau) GUEST BIO:Amy Eddy is a Senior Vice President and Strategic Account Advisor, where she advocates for her clients, empowers them to make the right investment and is energized by the potential of the human spirit. A Westmont College graduate with dual business and social science degrees, Amy excels under pressure—once securing a keynote speaker with only 4 hours notice. OPENING QUOTE:“What's that one thing you want them to walk away with and not do it based on maxing out the budget. But what's going to be the most effective, the most helpful? My dream is when a client calls me and says, remember who we had two years ago, three years ago? You know that like you said about Kevin, you know, that's when I know this person is really good at what they do. When my Client remembers their name and actually remembers how they made them feel or gave them that insight that has stuck with them years later.” SUMMARY:Welcome back to another episode of No More Bad Events. Today, Scott sits down with Amy Eddy, a seasoned speaker bureau agent from Big Speak with over 18 years in the events industry. Tune in as they pull back the curtain on what really goes into planning memorable events, from the evolving role of technology and AI in the speaker business to the crucial art of choosing the right keynote speaker.You'll get a candid look at the behind-the-scenes decision-making, including why some speakers leave a lasting impression, how to balance entertainment and impact on the main stage, and what clients often overlook when building their event lineup. Plus, Amy shares anecdotes from her own extensive experience—think Roombas on the loose, last-minute speaker scrambles, and why the human touch still matters in our high-tech world.Whether you're booking your next big conference or just curious about what makes events truly unforgettable, get ready for expert insights, a few laughs, and plenty of actionable tips straight from two pros who know how to keep both audiences and event planners engaged. AUDIOGRAM[19:29-20:08]:And so when we come in and start to partner with them, we got to get them to shift, shift gears and think about like after the event is over, what do you want to be happening? And I think that just for a lot of people, they're just not thinking that way. Right. They've got a hundred things to do regarding this conference. This is one piece of it. It's super stressful. It's a lot of money. I mean, literally, people can lose jobs for hiring the wrong person. So it can be really stressful. So that's a challenge that we have. And I think an important job that we do is to get them thinking about what about after, what do you want to be going on after? And then we'll backtrack from there to figure out who's the right fit. HIRE THEM TO SPEAK:Follow Amy Eddy: linkedin.com/in/amy-eddy-3588b65Follow Scott Bloom: eSpeakers BioFollow eSpeakers: eSpeakers Marketplace ABOUT NO MORE BAD EVENTS:Brought to you by eSpeakers and hosted by professional emcee, host, and keynote speaker Scott Bloom, No More Bad Events is where you'll hear from some of the top names in the event and speaking industry about what goes on behind the scenes at the world's most perfectly executed conferences, meetings, and more. Get ready to learn the secrets and strategies to help anyone in the event industry reach their goal of putting on nothing less than world-class events.Learn more at nomorebadevents.com ABOUT THE HOST:A veteran comedian and television personality who has built a reputation as the go-to choice for business humor, Scott has hosted hundreds of events over two decades for big and small organizations alike. Scott has also hosted his own weekly VH1 series and recently co-hosted a national simulcast of the Grammy Awards from the Palace Theater.As the son of a successful salesman, he was exposed to the principles of building a business at an early age. As a comedian, Scott cut his teeth at renowned improv and comedy clubs. As a self-taught student of psychology, he's explored what makes people tick and has written a book (albeit a farce) on how to get through life. He's uniquely positioned to deliver significant notes on connecting people and making business seriously funny. And who doesn't like to laugh?Learn more about Scott: scottbloomconnects.com PRODUCED BY eSpeakers:When the perfect speaker is in front of the right audience, a kind of magic happens where organizations and individuals improve in substantial, long-term ways. eSpeakers exists to make this happen more often.eSpeakers is where the speaking industry does business on the web. Speakers, speaker managers, associations, and bureaus use our tools to organize, promote, and grow successful businesses. Event organizers think of eSpeakers first when they want to hire speakers for their meetings or events.The eSpeakers Marketplace technology lets us and our partner directories help meeting professionals worldwide connect directly with speakers for great engagements.Thousands of successful speakers, trainers, and coaches use eSpeakers to build their businesses and manage their calendars. Thousands of event organizers use our directories every day to find and hire speakers. Our tools are built for speakers, by speakers, to do things that only purpose-built systems can.Learn more at eSpeakers.com. SHOW CREDITS:● Scott Bloom: Host | scottbloomconnects.com● Joe Heaps: eSpeakers | jheaps@eSpeakers.com
Description: In today's episode of the Rated R Safety Show, Jay Allen breaks down the latest headlines from around the world—from missiles in Tel Aviv to tariffs on Hollywood—and invites listeners to question the systems we silently agree to every day. Why do we accept unwritten rules in the workplace? What happens when we follow without asking why? Plus, we talk popemobiles turned clinics, grenades tossed during car chases, emoji manipulation, and Roombas doing homework. Also, a reminder: the Conklin Conference is coming in hot this September. You in?
Today on the Woody and Wilcox Show: Final episode of the Righteous Gemstones; Sugary Ray covers “Pony” by Ginuwine; Stage announcements at the Lovin' Life Music Festival in Charlotte, NC; Picking a new pope; Cool Beans Remix; Cucumber smell means a snake is ready to attack; The B plot in E. T that never made it in the film.; Ozempic mouth/foot afflictions; People are naming their Roombas; And more!
In this wild ride of an episode, the Podcastaways crew dives into powdered alcohol smuggling attempts, haunted Long Beach ports, overpriced cruise add-ons, and whether Dog the Bounty Hunter is lurking in Hawaii. Jen leads the charge, Trevor tries to get scattered at sea (unceremoniously), and Kennedy's Roomba collection grows dangerously sentient. Also: do you really need travel insurance? Tune in for laughs, cruise tips, and possibly a goodwill intervention.
Get Tickets to The Box Of Oddities Shows Live HERE! In this Inbox of Oddities, we unbox your weirdest true stories—and maybe a haunted Viking cat or two. Kat and Jethro share listener tales about severed doll heads that mysteriously appear mid-garage cleanout, and rogue Roombas dabbling in the occult. Plus: an office assistant accidentally inherits human remains, a cat channeling Bjorn Ironside, haunted dreams of the Winchester Mystery House, spontaneous combustion vibes in the kitchen, and a demon with questionable joke standards. Also, bonus life advice: if your Amazon package stares back at you, just slowly back away. This Inbox has it all—ghosts, robots, cremains, and questionable life choices. Listen now, because you never know when your kitchen appliances might try to start a séance. #InboxOfOddities #HauntedRoomba #BoxOfOddities #TrueWeird #DollHeadHorror #CreepyCoincidences #BjornTheCat #SpontaneousHumanCombustion #HighAltitudeCakeScience #ParanormalPets #HauntedWinchesterDreams #OfficeHauntings #FreakFam Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
OpenAI pulls an update from ChatGPT that made it too sycophantic. Will Apple Intelligence ever come out? And researchers study if robo-vacuums can be repurposed for other tasks. Finland will restrict student phone use during the school day starting August 1st. Starring Sarah Lane, Robb Dunewood, Roger Chang, Amos To read the show notes in a separate page click here! Support the show on Patreon by becoming a supporter!
In this episode of your favorite smart home podcast, Dan Turk from Max Borges Agency joins to walk through this week's latest news. We saw Aqara launch three new products, iRobot introduce its 9th new bot this year, and we review the G5 Pro camera that may be the best around.Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag homekitinsider. Tweet and follow our hosts at:@andrew_osu on Twitter@andrewohara941 on ThreadsEmail us hereSponsored by:Shopify: Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at: shopify.com/homekitFast Growing Trees: Listeners to our show get 15% OFF their first purchase when using the code HOMEKIT at checkout at FastGrowingTrees.comHomeKit Insider YouTube ChannelSubscribe to the HomeKit Insider YouTube Channel and watch our episodes every week! Click here to subscribe.Links from the showAqara W100Aqara Y100 Security KitAqara Hub M100ZemiSmart SwitchSix Colors HomeKit dehumidifier projectDelonghi HomeKit DehumidifierAqara Camera Hub G5 Pro reviewAqara Camera Hub G5 Pro AmazonDan Turk's latest bookThose interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: andrew@appleinsider.com
Listener Ben asks: If a Buoy is unanchored and works hard to stay where it is, is it the Roomba of the seas? John Siracusa and Jason Snell.
Listener Ben asks: If a Buoy is unanchored and works hard to stay where it is, is it the Roomba of the seas? John Siracusa and Jason Snell.
Matt tries to explain a computer thing, Jason talks about mysterious farm Roombas, and Mike finds some answers to life the universe and everything.Support the showStarting your own podcast? Use this link to receive a $20 Amazon gift card when you sign up for a paid account with Buzzsprout!https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1671664LinktreeBuy us a beer!Join us in Discord!DLUTI.comUnplanned PodnancyUndefined Graphics (Photography & Graphic Design)Ghoulish MortalsInquiries: dlutipod@gmail.comDon't Look Under The Internet PO BOX 6437 Aurora IL 60598
Marc & Kim kick off with international news: the death of the pope at age 88, prompting immediate speculation on who will succeed Pope Francis. While networks like Fox News roll out potential contenders, host Marc Cox notes the surprising absence of Cardinal Dolan from the shortlist and the inclusion of Cardinal Burke, long considered on the outs. There's also buzz around candidates from Africa, though largely unfamiliar to American audiences. The reaction from American Catholic leadership like Cardinal Dolan signals preparation behind the scenes for this transition in the Vatican. Shifting to the U.S. border crisis, former ICE Director Tom Homan launched a fiery takedown of Senator Chris Van Hollen for siding with an illegal immigrant with gang ties. Homan called out Van Hollen's hypocrisy for caring more about optics than real border tragedies—pointing to record sex trafficking, overdose deaths, and violence under Biden's open border policies. The debate intensifies around constitutional protections for illegal immigrants, as hosts and guests argue due process has its limits and shouldn't extend beyond basic legal procedures like deportation hearings. The episode wraps with a new edition of the "Real or Fake News Quiz," where Carl hosts his final round before departing the show. The team debates quirky headlines like NASA sending a Roomba to space and Cracker Barrel shrinking biscuits due to tariffs. Marc Cox dominates the quiz while reflecting on Carl's contribution. Closing topics include outrage over Dr. Anthony Fauci's lucrative speaking tour—with St. Louis on his list—and the steep $475 ticket prices to see him speak. The hosts blast Fauci's pandemic legacy and question the wisdom of rewarding him with big paychecks for misinformation.
Mon, 14 Apr 2025 21:30:00 GMT http://relay.fm/upgrade/559 http://relay.fm/upgrade/559 All Fingers Are Digital 559 Jason Snell and Myke Hurley After nearly 500 episodes away, Scott McNulty returns to the podcast to discuss the resilience of babies, dysfunction at Apple, the future of the Vision Pro, and (of course) ebooks and e-readers. After nearly 500 episodes away, Scott McNulty returns to the podcast to discuss the resilience of babies, dysfunction at Apple, the future of the Vision Pro, and (of course) ebooks and e-readers. clean 6779 After nearly 500 episodes away, Scott McNulty returns to the podcast to discuss the resilience of babies, dysfunction at Apple, the future of the Vision Pro, and (of course) ebooks and e-readers. This episode of Upgrade is sponsored by: Fitbod: Get stronger, faster with a fitness plan that fits you. Get 25% off your membership. ExpressVPN: High-Speed, Secure & Anonymous VPN Service. Get an extra three months free. Factor: Healthy, fully-prepared food delivered to your door. Guest Starring: Scott McNulty Links and Show Notes: Books Jason: M.R. Carey's Pandominion duology (Infinity Gate/Echo of Worlds) James S.A. Corey's Expanse series (9 books, “Leviathan Wakes”) Adrian Tchaikovsky's Final Architecture series (3 books, “Shards of Earth”) Adrian Tchaikovsky's Children of Time series (3 books, “Children of Time”) The Long Earth by Terry Pratchett and Steven Baxter (5 books, “The Long Earth”) Merchant Princes series by Charles Stross (6+ books, “The Family Trade”) Scott: Jo Walton's Small Change (Farthing, Ha'penny, Half a Crown) Yoon Ha Lee's The Machineries of Empire (Ninefox Gambit, Raven Stratagem, Revenant Gun) The Culture novels by Ian Banks (not really a good fit, but sort of!) Get Upgrade+. More content, no ads. Submit Feedback Ambient music: Free background tunes on your iPhone without ads Howard Lutnick says electronics tariff exemptions are temporary | AP News A 'US-Made iPhone' Is Pure Fantasy Why price increases aren't the only way Apple can fight tariffs – Six Colors How Apple Fumbled Siri's AI Makeover — The Information Report Reveals Internal Chaos Behind Apple's Siri Failure - MacRumors Apple Plans to Release Delayed Apple Intelligence Siri Features This Fall - MacRumors Trump Tariffs Add to Apple's Long-Standing Innovation Woes - The New York Times Upgrade #8: With Special Offers - Relay Upgrade #85: Talk to this Cylinder - Relay Which e-reader should you buy? – Six Colors 2024 Kindle Colorsoft and Paperwhite Review: No perfect choices – Six Colors RF Remote Control Page Turner for Kindle Kobo Libra Colour Review: Color, but at what cost? – Six Colors The future of the Roomba, and the best robot vacuums | The Verge Kindle Scribe review: Big, beautiful, and… buttonless? – Six Colors Boox Palma review: A phone-shaped e-reader – Six Colors Kindle Scribe – Good feature, but get it out of my face – Blankbaby Upgrade 559: A
Crunk's (Branson) stepdad's Roomba ran over Dave's (Andrew) girlfriend's glitterbomb and now it's a mess. Brian (Charles) has a new DoorDash and AI shirt. Full episode on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/posts/e2-85-ipas-and-126642064 Get the new "DooDash & AI" t-shirt: https://e1podcast.dashery.com/products/74264630-doodash-and-ai-t-shirt
Mon, 14 Apr 2025 21:30:00 GMT http://relay.fm/upgrade/559 http://relay.fm/upgrade/559 Jason Snell and Myke Hurley After nearly 500 episodes away, Scott McNulty returns to the podcast to discuss the resilience of babies, dysfunction at Apple, the future of the Vision Pro, and (of course) ebooks and e-readers. After nearly 500 episodes away, Scott McNulty returns to the podcast to discuss the resilience of babies, dysfunction at Apple, the future of the Vision Pro, and (of course) ebooks and e-readers. clean 6779 After nearly 500 episodes away, Scott McNulty returns to the podcast to discuss the resilience of babies, dysfunction at Apple, the future of the Vision Pro, and (of course) ebooks and e-readers. This episode of Upgrade is sponsored by: Fitbod: Get stronger, faster with a fitness plan that fits you. Get 25% off your membership. ExpressVPN: High-Speed, Secure & Anonymous VPN Service. Get an extra three months free. Factor: Healthy, fully-prepared food delivered to your door. Guest Starring: Scott McNulty Links and Show Notes: Get Upgrade+. More content, no ads. Submit Feedback Ambient music: Free background tunes on your iPhone without ads Howard Lutnick says electronics tariff exemptions are temporary | AP News A 'US-Made iPhone' Is Pure Fantasy Why price increases aren't the only way Apple can fight tariffs – Six Colors How Apple Fumbled Siri's AI Makeover — The Information Report Reveals Internal Chaos Behind Apple's Siri Failure - MacRumors Apple Plans to Release Delayed Apple Intelligence Siri Features This Fall - MacRumors Trump Tariffs Add to Apple's Long-Standing Innovation Woes - The New York Times Upgrade #8: With Special Offers - Relay Upgrade #85: Talk to this Cylinder - Relay Which e-reader should you buy? – Six Colors 2024 Kindle Colorsoft and Paperwhite Review: No perfect choices – Six Colors Kobo Libra Colour Review: Color, but at what cost? – Six Colors The future of the Roomba, and the best robot vacuums | The Verge Kindle Scribe review: Big, beautiful, and… buttonless? – Six Colors Boox Palma review: A phone-shaped e-reader – Six Colors Kindle Scribe – Good feature, but get it out of my face – Blankbaby (4) Upgrad
This week, DJ finds the one ring… in his Roomba. Also on today's show: Elon Musk vs Peter Navarro, the cost of making a pair of Nike shoes, made in America, Higher Learning with Andy, Noodle getting Alzheimer's, L.A. Guns vs Guns N' Roses and MORE! This ain't your mom's lunch box. #onthebox Be social with DJ and Revel 9! #youtuber #revel9 #hardrocklunchbox #thetoptwenty #todaysrant #99wnrr #streamingradio #radiohost #advice #culture #lifestyle #tariff #tariffs #trump #reciprocaltariff #penguins #ring #onering #theoneringtorulethemall #lotr #lordoftherings #roomba #elonmusk #elon #peternavarro #x #tweets #moron #sackofbricks #nike #nikeshoes #madeinamerica #madeinchina #madeinvietnam #higherlearningwithandy #item #noodle #alzheimers #laguns #gunsnroses
Royal for a day! Unladylike Things. And a derelict Zookeeper. That's what Paul Layendecker is BuZzin' about today on The Daily BuZz!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Royal for a day! Unladylike Things. And a derelict Zookeeper. That's what Paul Layendecker is BuZzin' about today on The Daily BuZz!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
It's Episode 257 of The Cavalry! Johnny needs backup on the Dyson Vacuum being far and away the greatest vacuum of all time. Andrew needs backup on the key to parenting being the first one in the morning to say you didn't sleep great last night. Enjoy! Remember to sign up for the Patreon for Post-Show Banter! https://patreon.com/thecavalrypodcast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink
Roombas, Songs for Drivers, Misheard Lyrics, Country Of The Week and The Timewaster!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Step into the electric atmosphere of Collective Con during these live interviews with the talents behind some of your favorite characters across film, television, anime, and video games. A huge thank you to the event organizers of Collective Con and the extraordinarily talented Jack Drain, who allowed us the opportunity to take part in these live interviews. We hope you enjoy this episode and we will see you at next year's event!We start off with Shawn Ashmore (0:15) talking about his favorite fandoms and how he's always wanted to be in a western. David Wenham (4:05) offers perspective on how certain performances become part of cultural heritage over generations. David Hayter (6:02) reveals how after all of these years, the iconic gravelly voice of Snake has become inseparable from his own identity. The Arcane phenomenon takes center stage with JB Blanc (10:14) and Mia Sinclair-Jenness(14:24) sharing deeply personal reflections on how the Netflix hit has transformed their careers. For those aspiring to enter voice acting, Lucian Dodge (19:02) shares invaluable wisdom, and we talk to Kaiji Tang (25:34) about his dream role of voicing a Roomba. We close the episode with Sons of Anarchy veterans David Labrava (29:39) and Theo Rossi (41:29) offer compelling insights into the show's enduring legacy. What emerges across these conversations is a celebration of the powerful bonds formed through storytelling—between performers and their characters, between creators and fans, and within communities of people who find connection through shared cultural experiences. Listen now to experience these intimate moments with the voices and faces behind characters that have shaped our entertainment landscape.
最近(さいきん)見(み)たテレビ番組(ばんぐみ)で、最新(さいしん)の家電(かでん)を紹介(しょうかい)していました。スマート家電(かでん)と呼(よ)ばれるロボット掃除機(そうじき)のルンバや、スティック型(がた)の掃除機(そうじき)だけでなく、炊飯器(すいはんき)などもAIを搭載(とうさい)しどんどん進化(しんか)しているようです。掃除機(そうじき)にそんなに興味(きょうみ)のなかった私(わたし)でも、ちょっと買(か)ってみたいと思(おも)うほど魅力的(みりょくてき)でした。皆(みな)さんの国(くに)ではどんなスマート家電(かでん)がありますか。AIなどを利用(りよう)してどのように進化(しんか)していますか?良(よ)かったら教(おし)えてください。On a TV show I watched recently, they introduced the latest home appliances.Not only robot vacuum cleaners like the Roomba and stick-type vacuums, which are called smart appliances, but even rice cookers are now equipped with AI and seem to be evolving rapidly.Even I, who wasn't particularly interested in vacuum cleaners, found them so appealing that I kind of want to buy one.What kind of smart appliances are there in your country?How are they evolving with the use of AI?If you don't mind, please share with us!The script is available here: https://www.makiko-japanese.com/I will update this episode on Youtube as soon as possible!! Please check out and subscribe to our youtube channel: www.youtube.com/channel/UChu8-tNd_4RyWo-iE5cr-Owemail, comments, requests, also Japanese lesson inquiries: toranomaki.nihongo@gmail.comにほんごのかいわのレッスンもしています。メールでれんらくください。Please follow our Instagram, @toranomaki.nihongo
Normal or Nope: are you overly polite to your Roomba? Do you eat the ends of your loaf of bred? Do you stare at your partner while they sleep? Some of the questions asked this morning for "Normal or Nope." Plus, Chase from SLC Foodie has a new food truck for you to try. We'll talk the "Minecraft" movie during trending, and much much more!
Episode Summary:In this special episode of the Event Tech Podcast, Brandt Krueger and Will Curran have some exciting news to share, followed by some fun chatting about the FAR future of events- robots, AI, and beyond. The duo explores the possibilities—and limitations—of automation in the events industry. They discuss everything from robot bartenders and holographic keynotes to automated floor-chalking Roombas and AI-driven video production. Along the way, they reflect on the irreplaceable human touch in events and share their thoughts on how technology will continue to shape the industry.Discussions Include:An announcement about the new AI hosts and [SPOILER] acquiring the podcastThe role of robots in events: from bartenders to exhibit booth assistantsHow AI could enhance AV production, from auto-ducking audio to sentiment analysisThe balance between automation and preserving human artistry in event productionQuotable Quotes (Should you choose to share):"There are lots of possible futures of event technology, many of which could be very interesting." – Robotic Host (Brandt)"I think there's always going to be a call for both—the quick-and-dirty automation and the high-touch human interaction." – Brandt Krueger"Imagine a world where a glass breaks, and a camera spots it, sending a Roomba to clean it up. That's coming in five years!" – Will Curran"A good camera op can tell when someone is about to move—it's an art that AI hasn't quite mastered yet." – Brandt Krueger"We wouldn't just drop news like that on you—or replace ourselves with AI—without telling you first!" – Will CurranLet us know what you think about the future of robots and AI in events, and if this episode may have lived up to its release date :)
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Myles discovers that older generations do small talk differently than we do. Tyler shares a proud dad moment, while Ryan struggles with his damn Roomba. Jerrod reveals a long-hidden life announcement. Plus, we brainstorm a million-dollar idea—the Handyman Party Bus! Then we discuss pissed off coaches when we were in high school. and a surprising fun fact.Become a Patron:➡️ https://www.patreon.com/youbetcharadioCheck out our merch:➡️ https://ohhyoubetcha.com/collections/productsCheck out our Youtube➡️ https://www.youtube.com/@youbetcharadio
Some products are so successful they become snynonymous with their whole category — nobody asks for a facial tissue, they ask for a Kleenex, you know? Today's episode is, at least in part, about two of those products. First, The Verge's Jennifer Pattison Tuohy joins the show to chart the rise and fall of the Roomba, the robot vacuum that practically invented the category and yet seems to have been left behind. Can iRobot get its robot back on its feet? After that, Kobo CEO Michael Tamblyn discusses the state of e-readers, what it's like to always be "the best non-Amazon option," and what we all want from devices that aren't our smartphone. Finally, The Verge's Chris Welch helps us answer a question on the Vergecast Hotline (call 866-VERGE11, or email vergecast@theverge.com!) about which TV you should buy in 2025. It's a complicated question, but there are answers. Further reading: From CNN: The secret military technology inside the household vacuum robot iRobot announces eight new robot vacuums iRobot tells investors its future is in doubt Will iRobot's reinvention of the Roomba be at the expense of its history of innovation? Amazon wants to map your home, so it bought iRobot The death of the Amazon deal could mean goodbye iRobot iRobot's founder is working on a new kind of home robot Michael Tamblyn's website Kobo announces its first color e-readers The best ereader to buy right now Email us at vergecast@theverge.com or call us at 866-VERGE11, we love hearing from you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Is Vibe Coding the future of software development or just a fun way to experiment? Scott and Wes talk about coding with AI, the risks of ignoring the details, and the cool (and sometimes cursed) projects they've Vibe Coded. Show Notes 00:00 Welcome to Syntax! 00:31 “Personal Software”. 01:30 What exactly is Vibe Coding. 02:46 The challenges of coding with AI. Levelsio Airplane Game. 04:49 Brought to you by Sentry.io. 05:39 Vibe coding quality concerns. 07:25 Vibe Coding as a learning tool. 10:11 Things we've Vibe Coded. Scott's Piano UI on X. Episode 876: MIDI & Music In the Browser. Wes' Roomba on X. Wes' Roomba on YouTube. Hit us up on Socials! Syntax: X Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads Wes: X Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads Scott: X Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads Randy: X Instagram YouTube Threads
Will iRobot's new Roomba's bring the company back to the forefront of robotic vacuums? What to know about Amazon's change of handling voice recordings through Alexa devices. Two new PebbleOS watches are available for pre-order! And the lowdown on the new Pixel 9a smartphone that Google recently announced. Jennifer Pattison Tuohy of The Verge joins Mikah Sargent this week! Jennifer talks about the new Roombas that iRobot has unveiled but is unimpressed by the lack of innovation in these new robotic vacuums. Do you have Alexa devices in your household? Be aware of some of the new changes Amazon is making to how Echo devices handle voice recordings. Two new Pebble watches are available for pre-order after Google open-sourced PebbleOS in January of this year! And friend of the network, Jason Howell, talks with Mikah about Google's newly announced Pixel 9am phone. Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Jennifer Pattison Tuohy Guest: Jason Howell Download or subscribe to Tech News Weekly at https://twit.tv/shows/tech-news-weekly. Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free shows, a members-only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: threatlocker.com for Tech News Weekly joindeleteme.com/twit promo code TWIT veeam.com Melissa.com/twit
Will iRobot's new Roomba's bring the company back to the forefront of robotic vacuums? What to know about Amazon's change of handling voice recordings through Alexa devices. Two new PebbleOS watches are available for pre-order! And the lowdown on the new Pixel 9a smartphone that Google recently announced. Jennifer Pattison Tuohy of The Verge joins Mikah Sargent this week! Jennifer talks about the new Roombas that iRobot has unveiled but is unimpressed by the lack of innovation in these new robotic vacuums. Do you have Alexa devices in your household? Be aware of some of the new changes Amazon is making to how Echo devices handle voice recordings. Two new Pebble watches are available for pre-order after Google open-sourced PebbleOS in January of this year! And friend of the network, Jason Howell, talks with Mikah about Google's newly announced Pixel 9am phone. Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Jennifer Pattison Tuohy Guest: Jason Howell Download or subscribe to Tech News Weekly at https://twit.tv/shows/tech-news-weekly. Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free shows, a members-only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: threatlocker.com for Tech News Weekly joindeleteme.com/twit promo code TWIT veeam.com Melissa.com/twit
Will iRobot's new Roomba's bring the company back to the forefront of robotic vacuums? What to know about Amazon's change of handling voice recordings through Alexa devices. Two new PebbleOS watches are available for pre-order! And the lowdown on the new Pixel 9a smartphone that Google recently announced. Jennifer Pattison Tuohy of The Verge joins Mikah Sargent this week! Jennifer talks about the new Roombas that iRobot has unveiled but is unimpressed by the lack of innovation in these new robotic vacuums. Do you have Alexa devices in your household? Be aware of some of the new changes Amazon is making to how Echo devices handle voice recordings. Two new Pebble watches are available for pre-order after Google open-sourced PebbleOS in January of this year! And friend of the network, Jason Howell, talks with Mikah about Google's newly announced Pixel 9am phone. Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Jennifer Pattison Tuohy Guest: Jason Howell Download or subscribe to Tech News Weekly at https://twit.tv/shows/tech-news-weekly. Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free shows, a members-only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: threatlocker.com for Tech News Weekly joindeleteme.com/twit promo code TWIT veeam.com Melissa.com/twit
Will iRobot's new Roomba's bring the company back to the forefront of robotic vacuums? What to know about Amazon's change of handling voice recordings through Alexa devices. Two new PebbleOS watches are available for pre-order! And the lowdown on the new Pixel 9a smartphone that Google recently announced. Jennifer Pattison Tuohy of The Verge joins Mikah Sargent this week! Jennifer talks about the new Roombas that iRobot has unveiled but is unimpressed by the lack of innovation in these new robotic vacuums. Do you have Alexa devices in your household? Be aware of some of the new changes Amazon is making to how Echo devices handle voice recordings. Two new Pebble watches are available for pre-order after Google open-sourced PebbleOS in January of this year! And friend of the network, Jason Howell, talks with Mikah about Google's newly announced Pixel 9am phone. Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Jennifer Pattison Tuohy Guest: Jason Howell Download or subscribe to Tech News Weekly at https://twit.tv/shows/tech-news-weekly. Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free shows, a members-only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: threatlocker.com for Tech News Weekly joindeleteme.com/twit promo code TWIT veeam.com Melissa.com/twit
Will iRobot's new Roomba's bring the company back to the forefront of robotic vacuums? What to know about Amazon's change of handling voice recordings through Alexa devices. Two new PebbleOS watches are available for pre-order! And the lowdown on the new Pixel 9a smartphone that Google recently announced. Jennifer Pattison Tuohy of The Verge joins Mikah Sargent this week! Jennifer talks about the new Roombas that iRobot has unveiled but is unimpressed by the lack of innovation in these new robotic vacuums. Do you have Alexa devices in your household? Be aware of some of the new changes Amazon is making to how Echo devices handle voice recordings. Two new Pebble watches are available for pre-order after Google open-sourced PebbleOS in January of this year! And friend of the network, Jason Howell, talks with Mikah about Google's newly announced Pixel 9a phone. Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Jennifer Pattison Tuohy Guest: Jason Howell Download or subscribe to Tech News Weekly at https://twit.tv/shows/tech-news-weekly. Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free shows, a members-only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: threatlocker.com for Tech News Weekly joindeleteme.com/twit promo code TWIT veeam.com Melissa.com/twit
Will iRobot's new Roomba's bring the company back to the forefront of robotic vacuums? What to know about Amazon's change of handling voice recordings through Alexa devices. Two new PebbleOS watches are available for pre-order! And the lowdown on the new Pixel 9a smartphone that Google recently announced. Jennifer Pattison Tuohy of The Verge joins Mikah Sargent this week! Jennifer talks about the new Roombas that iRobot has unveiled but is unimpressed by the lack of innovation in these new robotic vacuums. Do you have Alexa devices in your household? Be aware of some of the new changes Amazon is making to how Echo devices handle voice recordings. Two new Pebble watches are available for pre-order after Google open-sourced PebbleOS in January of this year! And friend of the network, Jason Howell, talks with Mikah about Google's newly announced Pixel 9a phone. Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Jennifer Pattison Tuohy Guest: Jason Howell Download or subscribe to Tech News Weekly at https://twit.tv/shows/tech-news-weekly. Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free shows, a members-only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: threatlocker.com for Tech News Weekly joindeleteme.com/twit promo code TWIT veeam.com Melissa.com/twit
Will iRobot's new Roomba's bring the company back to the forefront of robotic vacuums? What to know about Amazon's change of handling voice recordings through Alexa devices. Two new PebbleOS watches are available for pre-order! And the lowdown on the new Pixel 9a smartphone that Google recently announced. Jennifer Pattison Tuohy of The Verge joins Mikah Sargent this week! Jennifer talks about the new Roombas that iRobot has unveiled but is unimpressed by the lack of innovation in these new robotic vacuums. Do you have Alexa devices in your household? Be aware of some of the new changes Amazon is making to how Echo devices handle voice recordings. Two new Pebble watches are available for pre-order after Google open-sourced PebbleOS in January of this year! And friend of the network, Jason Howell, talks with Mikah about Google's newly announced Pixel 9am phone. Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Jennifer Pattison Tuohy Guest: Jason Howell Download or subscribe to Tech News Weekly at https://twit.tv/shows/tech-news-weekly. Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free shows, a members-only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: threatlocker.com for Tech News Weekly joindeleteme.com/twit promo code TWIT veeam.com Melissa.com/twit
Hey Smarties! Today we’re revisiting an episode from earlier this year that might help you make sense of all the tit for tat tariff fight from the past few weeks. It unpacks some tariff history and the potential economic consequences of President Trump’s ongoing trade war. If President Donald Trump goes through with his plan to levy sweeping tariffs on foreign imports, it wouldn't be the first time the U.S. has done such a thing. Ever heard of the Smoot-Hawley Tariff Act of 1930? Anyone? Those tariffs are widely credited with sinking the United States deeper into the Great Depression. And although global trade looks different nowadays, they can teach us a lot about how Trump's protectionist approach to global trade could play out. On the show today, Inu Manak, a fellow for trade policy at the Council on Foreign Relations, explains how the Smoot-Hawley tariff debacle can shed light on the current moment, why the president has the power to wield tariffs in the first place, and how punishing trading partners could leave the U.S. economy at a disadvantage. Plus, what this fight has to do with the 1980s film “Ferris Bueller's Day Off” and Roomba vacuum cleaners! Later, one listener's call to visit your local butcher. And, dating coach Damona Hoffman, host of the “Dates and Mates” podcast, answers the “Make Me Smart” question just in time for Valentine's Day. Here's everything we talked about today: “Tariffs on Trading Partners: Can the President Actually Do That?” from Council on Foreign Relations “One Response to Trump's Tariffs: Trade That Excludes the U.S.” from The New York Times “The United States has been disengaging from the global economy” from the Peterson Institute for International Economics “Protectionism 100 years ago helped ignite a world war. Could it happen again?” from The Washington Post “The US is one of the least trade-oriented countries in the world – despite laying the groundwork for today's globalized system” from The Conversation Double your impact when you donate to Marketplace today, thanks to a $30,000 match from the Investors Challenge Fund: https://support.marketplace.org/smart-sn
Hey Smarties! Today we’re revisiting an episode from earlier this year that might help you make sense of all the tit for tat tariff fight from the past few weeks. It unpacks some tariff history and the potential economic consequences of President Trump’s ongoing trade war. If President Donald Trump goes through with his plan to levy sweeping tariffs on foreign imports, it wouldn't be the first time the U.S. has done such a thing. Ever heard of the Smoot-Hawley Tariff Act of 1930? Anyone? Those tariffs are widely credited with sinking the United States deeper into the Great Depression. And although global trade looks different nowadays, they can teach us a lot about how Trump's protectionist approach to global trade could play out. On the show today, Inu Manak, a fellow for trade policy at the Council on Foreign Relations, explains how the Smoot-Hawley tariff debacle can shed light on the current moment, why the president has the power to wield tariffs in the first place, and how punishing trading partners could leave the U.S. economy at a disadvantage. Plus, what this fight has to do with the 1980s film “Ferris Bueller's Day Off” and Roomba vacuum cleaners! Later, one listener's call to visit your local butcher. And, dating coach Damona Hoffman, host of the “Dates and Mates” podcast, answers the “Make Me Smart” question just in time for Valentine's Day. Here's everything we talked about today: “Tariffs on Trading Partners: Can the President Actually Do That?” from Council on Foreign Relations “One Response to Trump's Tariffs: Trade That Excludes the U.S.” from The New York Times “The United States has been disengaging from the global economy” from the Peterson Institute for International Economics “Protectionism 100 years ago helped ignite a world war. Could it happen again?” from The Washington Post “The US is one of the least trade-oriented countries in the world – despite laying the groundwork for today's globalized system” from The Conversation Double your impact when you donate to Marketplace today, thanks to a $30,000 match from the Investors Challenge Fund: https://support.marketplace.org/smart-sn
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Gary and Shannon bring you the latest news from Washington D.C., discussing the significant difference between wine and whiskey costs and more. A Connecticut woman is accused of holding her stepson captive for over 20 years, during which he allegedly suffered abuse and starvation. He reportedly started a fire intentionally to escape. Kimberly Sullivan, 56, was arrested on Wednesday and faces charges of assault, kidnapping, unlawful restraint, and intentional cruelty to persons, according to a statement from the Waterbury Police Department. Marc Saltzman reports about smart video locks that can be unlocked with a wave of your hand. The maker of Roomba expresses significant doubts about its future. The 36-year-old mother in Los Angeles uses Instagram for helpful parenting advice and cooking videos. However, after seeking out breastfeeding content, the app mistakenly assumed her interests.
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Marc Saltzman reports about smart video locks that can be unlocked with a wave of your hand. The maker of Roomba expresses significant doubts about its future.
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“It is a little bit terrifying, because it means that AI systems are going to be entering this uncanny valley where we are not sure how to experience them in five or ten years. You might be talking to Siri on your phone, or ChatGPT on your laptop, or your Roomba, vacuuming your floor. You might be talking to these beings and genuinely be unsure whether they think and feel things when they talk back to you, and that is going to be an uncomfortable place to be.” Jeff Sebo Jeff Sebo works primarily on moral philosophy, legal philosophy, and philosophy of mind; animal minds, ethics, and policy; AI minds, ethics, and policy; global health and climate ethics and policy; and global priorities research. He is Associate Professor of Environmental Studies, Affiliated Professor of Bioethics, Medical Ethics, Philosophy, and Law, Director of the Center for Environmental and Animal Protection, Director of the Center for Mind, Ethics, and Policy, and Co-Director of the Wild Animal Welfare Program at New York University. He is also an author. His most recent book is called The Moral Circle: Who Matters, What Matters, and Why? Here he argues that we should extend moral consideration to a much broader spectrum of beings, including insects and even artificial intelligence. After reading his book, I couldn't agree more.
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If President Donald Trump goes through with his plan to levy sweeping tariffs on foreign imports, it wouldn’t be the first time the U.S. has done such a thing. Ever heard of the Smoot-Hawley Tariff Act of 1930? Anyone? Those tariffs are widely credited with sinking the United States deeper into the Great Depression. And although global trade looks different nowadays, they can teach us a lot about how Trump’s protectionist approach to global trade could play out. On the show today, Inu Manak, a fellow for trade policy at the Council on Foreign Relations, explains how the Smoot-Hawley tariff debacle can shed light on the current moment, why the president has the power to wield tariffs in the first place, and how punishing trading partners could leave the U.S. economy at a disadvantage. Plus, what this fight has to do with the 1980s film “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off” and Roomba vacuum cleaners! Later, one listener’s call to visit your local butcher. And, dating coach Damona Hoffman, host of the “Dates and Mates” podcast, answers the “Make Me Smart” question just in time for Valentine’s Day. Here’s everything we talked about today: “Tariffs on Trading Partners: Can the President Actually Do That?” from Council on Foreign Relations “One Response to Trump's Tariffs: Trade That Excludes the U.S.” from The New York Times “The United States has been disengaging from the global economy” from the Peterson Institute for International Economics “Protectionism 100 years ago helped ignite a world war. Could it happen again?” from The Washington Post “The US is one of the least trade-oriented countries in the world – despite laying the groundwork for today's globalized system” from The Conversation Got a question or comment for the hosts? Email makemesmart@marketplace.org or leave us a voicemail at 508-U-B-SMART.
If President Donald Trump goes through with his plan to levy sweeping tariffs on foreign imports, it wouldn’t be the first time the U.S. has done such a thing. Ever heard of the Smoot-Hawley Tariff Act of 1930? Anyone? Those tariffs are widely credited with sinking the United States deeper into the Great Depression. And although global trade looks different nowadays, they can teach us a lot about how Trump’s protectionist approach to global trade could play out. On the show today, Inu Manak, a fellow for trade policy at the Council on Foreign Relations, explains how the Smoot-Hawley tariff debacle can shed light on the current moment, why the president has the power to wield tariffs in the first place, and how punishing trading partners could leave the U.S. economy at a disadvantage. Plus, what this fight has to do with the 1980s film “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off” and Roomba vacuum cleaners! Later, one listener’s call to visit your local butcher. And, dating coach Damona Hoffman, host of the “Dates and Mates” podcast, answers the “Make Me Smart” question just in time for Valentine’s Day. Here’s everything we talked about today: “Tariffs on Trading Partners: Can the President Actually Do That?” from Council on Foreign Relations “One Response to Trump's Tariffs: Trade That Excludes the U.S.” from The New York Times “The United States has been disengaging from the global economy” from the Peterson Institute for International Economics “Protectionism 100 years ago helped ignite a world war. Could it happen again?” from The Washington Post “The US is one of the least trade-oriented countries in the world – despite laying the groundwork for today's globalized system” from The Conversation Got a question or comment for the hosts? Email makemesmart@marketplace.org or leave us a voicemail at 508-U-B-SMART.