Podcast appearances and mentions of steve thomson

It's another edition of Tech Talk with Steve Thomson and Doug Swinhart! Topics include: Giant data centers fueling the AI boom The necessity of AI regulation Steve and Doug's fears The unlikelihood of AI disclaimers What is the true human cost of AI? Network attached storage Was this popup malware? Emails meant to be sent ending up in the trash on an iPhone Running Privazer Plus, calls and texts from listeners!

The full first hour of The Sports Weekend with Steve Thomson for December 20th, 2025. Steve Carney provides an ice fishing update live from his turkey jerky shack Steve and Lindsey discuss the treat that social media can be for watching or catching up on live sports. Chris Hine from the Star Tribune stops in to talk about the Timberwolves big win over the Thunder last night. Pat Coleman from D3football.com checks in from the semi finals at North Central and John Carroll.

It's another edition of Tech Talk with Steve Thomson and Doug Swinhart! Topics include: Managing humidity indoors for static management Being wary of scam season Doug's distrust of scannable codes Amazon cracking down on piracy apps/streams The optimizing tool that is Privazer Amazon Leo Amazon satellites vs Starlink satellites BitDefender upgrade The greatness of Youtube Steve's printer story Plus, calls and texts from listeners!

The full first hour of The Sports Weekend with Steve Thomson. Regam McAthie from Concordia St Paul stops by. Steve goes over a limited slate of College Football scores. Steve and Lindsey discuss Lindsey Vonn and Philip Rivers big weekend out of retirement.

It's an actioned PACKED final hour of The Sports Weekend with Steve Thomson. Steve Carney, Heather Rule, Pat Coleman AND Jess Myers join Steve and Lindsey. Outdoors, Frost/PWHL updates, Wild trades and D3 football results galore!

This hour Steve Thomson (in for Henry Lake) and Chris Tubbs go "Around the NFL", Steve chats up NASCAR Beat Reporter Jordan Bianchi from The Athletic about settling the Michael Jordan lawsuit, plus we have Bite of the Night and Headlines.

Steve Thomson (in for Henry Lake) talks with Space.com Senior Writer Mike Wall about the Chinese space program moving forward rapidly, the unique missions coming up and more.

Steve Thomson (in for Henry Lake) talks with NASCAR Beat Reporter Jordan Bianchi from The Athletic about settling the Michael Jordan lawsuit, the Jordan factor, how bad it would have been for NASCAR if it went long, when he knew things were different and more.

This hour Steve Thomson (in for Henry Lake) discusses the broken component of our healthcare system, and the urgency to fix it, plus he chats up Minnesota Twins Beat Reporter Bobby Nightengale from the Minnesota Star Tribune.

This hour Steve Thomson (in for Henry Lake) is joined by Space.com Senior Writer Mike Wall, and we have Word on the Street.

Steve Thomson (in for Henry Lake) talks with Minnesota Twins Beat Reporter Bobby Nightengale from the Minnesota Star Tribune about the Winter Meetings, why he sees reasons for optimism, the Twins "feel good" story, an ownership update, in house bullpen options and more.

It's another edition of Tech Talk with Steve Thomson and Doug Swinhart! Topics include: Windows 10 security updates abroad vs USA Need for oversight & regulation for Big Tech Have we passed the point of no return with AI? Privazer Premium on Windows 11 Ask Leo on the Brave browser Cleaning up a Mac mini bogged down with data Doug's dream for more cross platform integration (especially with Apple products) How long will Windows 10 run without any problems? Plus, calls and texts from listeners!

The full first hour of The Sports Weekend with Steve Thomson. Guests include Steve Carney and Jess Myers. Plus, scores from the College Football landscape on Conference Championship weekend!

Jess Myers covers the Minnesota Wild for the Pioneer Press. He joins Steve Thomson to talk about the stinker of a game the Wild played against the Flames but its probably the worst they've played in a month. Jess blames early power play ineptitude. They also touch on the Wild keeping the Oilers offense in check. Jess previews tonight's matchup against the Vancouver Canucks who are mostly a dumpster fire. They also discuss some college hockey and the World Junior Classic.

The full second hour of The Sports Weekend with Steve Thomson. As always during this time of year, Steve and Jonathan Lowe keep you updated on the scores and results from the college football landscape across the nation including a visit with Pat Coleman from D3 Football and Chris Hine from the Star Tribune and Aaron Worm! Plus, Jonathan and Steve's thoughts on Matt Campbell being hired at Penn State from Iowa State and the Lane Kiffin/LSU saga. Lindsey also shares some old scouting notes on JJ McCarthy from her days covering football in Vegas.

An unexpected win put Gopher fans into a tizzy on Wednesday at The Barn. Reaction from Steve Thomson on The WCCO Morning News

This hour Steve Thomson (in for Henry Lake) and Chris Tubbs discuss ICE making their way to Minneapolis, and Oklahoma City's success is a reason he's not fully into the NBA right now.

Steve Thomson (in for Henry Lake) is joined by Minnesota Wild Beat Writer Sarah McClellan from the Minnesota Star Tribune live from Edmonton as they discuss the team resetting and "locking in", why this is an advantageous road trip and more.

This hour Steve Thomson (in for Henry Lake) and Chris Tubbs look over the most current NFL "Power Rankings", Steve chats up Minnesota Wild Beat Writer Sarah McClellan from the Minnesota Star Tribune live from Edmonton, plus we have Bite of the Night and Headlines.

Steve Thomson (in for Henry Lake) talks with NASCAR Writer from The Athletic Jordan Bianchi about the current legal battles, why it could determine the future of the sport, why they need "charters", why they can't get a deal done with Michael Jordan and more

Steve Thomson (in for Henry Lake) and Chris Tubbs discuss Cyber Monday expected to be a 'record-breaker' in 2025, and ask if you're planning on spending more or less this year, how would you grade the Minnesota Golden Gopher football season, plus we have Bite of the Night and Headlines.

Steve Thomson (in for Henry Lake) and Chris Tubbs discuss the Minnesota Vikings awful loss to the Seattle Seahawks, and they wonder if Kwesi Adofo-Mensah can fix it.

Steve Thomson (in for Henry Lake) and Chris Tubbs discuss AMC launching their "Popcorn Pass" for Cyber Monday, who has the best perk programs, is Lane Kiffin a symbol of what's wrong with college football., and we recap our Thanksgivings and more.

Steve Thomson with a look at that, the Vikings and other assorted sports with Vineeta on The WCCO Morning News.

4 interceptions in a 26-0 loss to the Seahawks. Reaction from Steve Thomson, who is in for Henry Lake on The WCCO Morning News. Photo: Steph Chambers/Getty Images

It's another edition of Tech Talk with Steve Thomson and Doug Swinhart! Topics include: Microsoft admits that Windows 11 is broken Cost of high level monitors Laptop trackpads Don't be afraid of factory referbs Printer repairs Data is the problem Privazer The strength of the ethernet cord Amazon internet entering the market Satellite systems and the race 6G Tech that pays for itself Plus, calls and texts from listeners!

The full first hour of The Sports Weekend with Steve Thomson for November 29th, 2025. Steve Carney joins from the deep north with tips on boat storage and ice fishing season Steve and Lindsey talk about the shifting landscape in sports journalism. Plus, scores from the College Football landscape

Steve Thomson is in tonight for Henry. He kicks off the show by discussing the first snowfall of the season for much of Minnesota. Then, Jess Myers previews the Wild's Thanksgiving Eve tilt in Chicago.

What goes into making a good bowl of mashed potatoes? Steve Thomson reaches out to you for tips. Plus, it wouldn't be Thanksgiving without football talk. Steve goes through the Vikings' QB conundrum and previews Thursday's matchups.

During this hour, Steve Thomson catches up with ArsTechnica's Stephen Clark for the latest news in Space exploration. Plus, it's Rivalry Week in college football. What matchups should we look forward to?

This hour Steve Thomson (in for Henry Lake) wonders how you handle Thanksgiving futures, is this what Gopher football is, plus we have Bite of the Night and Headlines

This hour Steve Thomson (in for Henry Lake) wonders if Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy is onto something talking about dressing nicer and being more polite, and Chris gives his thoughts on Wicked:For Good.

This hour Steve Thomson (in for Henry Lake) wonders if you're ready for winter, because it's here, and who's to blame for the Vikings mess, and more.

NFL Action on Thursday, Friday and Sunday has Steve Thomson and Rena Sarigianopoulos pumped up! They chopped it up together on The WCCO Morning News.

He is in concussion protocol now. Does that mean Max Brosmer will get a shot at a regular season NFL start? Some thoughts from Steve Thomson and Vineeta Sawkar on The WCCO Morning News with Vineeta Sawkar. Photo-Adam Bettcher/Getty Images

It's another edition of Tech Talk with Steve Thomson and Doug Swinhart! Topics include: International relations VPNs under attack (especially in Wisconsin) How the internet has become sectioned off Proton VPNs Purchasing a laptop for an international user Apple falling behind Securing Windows 10 machines Plus, calls and texts from listeners!

The full first hour of The Sports Weekend with Steve Thomson for November 22nd, 2025. Guests include Steve Carney and Jess Myers. Plus, scores from the College Football landscape and the Minnesota Prep Bowl!

Steve Thomson (in for Henry Lake) talks with Minnesota Golden Gopher Beat Reporter from the St. Paul Pioneer Press Andy Greder live from Eugene, Oregon as they discuss a potential upset, why this can be considered a quality season so far, Drake Lindsey's development, he talks some United and more.

This hour Steve Thomson (in for Henry Lake) wonders what is the longest you've waited in line for anything, and Steve is joined live from Eugene, Oregion with Minnesota Golden Gopher football Beat Reporter Andy Greder from the St. Paul Pioneer Press.

Steve Thomson (in for Henry Lake) talks with Audacy MLB Insider Bob Nightengale about the MLB Awards being handed out, the Cleveland Guardians gambling fiasco, the apparent lack of direction for the Minnesota Twins, and more.

This hour Steve Thomson (in for Henry Lake) and Chris Tubbs discuss the MLB Award winners and why some of them don't make sense, could both Cy Young winners be on the move, Steve talks MLB with Bob Nightengale, plus we have Bite of the Night and Headlines

This hour Steve Thomson (in for Henry Lake) and Chris Tubbs discuss the Vikings game vs. Chicago this weekend and whether or not it's a "must win", did LaMelo Ball talk himself out of being picked by the Minnesota Timberwolves, plus we have one more state football semifinals update.

It's another edition of Tech Talk with Steve Thomson and Doug Swinhart! Topics include: How often you should delete your browser history Browser security Running Defender on older machines Email scam uptick (you'd be shocked at how much they know about you) The invitation virus and how you get rid of it HP printer that won't print Refilling a bulk ink cartridge Tri band routers

Steve Thomson (in for Henry Lake) recaps the latest in the Cleveland Guardians fiasco, and he fears it's the tip of the iceberg, national MLB reporter Ken Rosenthal calls out Minnesota Twins ownership, plus we have a state football semifinals update.

Steve Thomson (in for Henry Lake) talks with Matthew Coller from Purple Insider about Sunday's game vs. Chicago, defending Caleb Williams, how concerned should we be about JJ McCarthy's hand injury, the connection with Justin Jefferson, running the ball and more!

This hour Steve Thomson (in for Henry Lake) wonders if the Minnesota THC beverage boom is on the rocks, he talks Minnesota Vikings with Matthew Coller from Purple Insider, plus we have Bite of the Night and Headlines.

This hour Steve Thomson (in for Henry Lake) says that televised sports is a disaster, he and Chris discuss the best ways to watch over the air television, and we have another state football semifinals update.

Star Tribune writer Bobby Nightengale gives us the latest news from the Twins. Mark Sanchez won't be talking football on FOX. And guest host Steve Thomson previews what's at stake when the Vikings host the Ravens on Sunday.

So, what concert did you attend that you'll never forget? Steve Thomson rolls through the list of your favorite musical events.

ArsTechnica writer Stephen Clark joins Steve Thomson to talk Space topics. Then, our host reviews the football and volleyball scores from the 2025 State tournaments.