Rich On Tech

Olivia Yocobonis, digital wellness creator with Opal, helps people reclaim screen time and curb doomscrolling. She discusses how apps are designed to keep you hooked. The conversation covers intent-based blocking, adding friction to interruptions, and simple habits to reduce social media overuse.

Lita Shy, Wirecutter editorial director who runs product testing and Best New Picks. Patricia Egger, Proton head of security and privacy advocate. They discuss an iPhone security update and how to check phones for spyware. Highlights from the CSUN assistive tech conference and privacy-forward email plans for reserving addresses for children.

David Pogue, author and longtime tech journalist, shares behind‑the‑scenes Apple stories. Scott Combs, AT&T archivist, marks the 150th anniversary of the first phone call. They talk about Google Maps' Gemini AI overhaul, Alexa's new adult 'sassy' voice, AT&T's fiber history and investments, and Apple's first 50 years and product evolution.

Ayaz Akhtar, a mobile industry analyst who covers MWC trends, and Andrew O'Hara, an Apple reporter who breaks down product launches, join to discuss Apple's $599 MacBook Neo and where it fits. They also cover an AI personality test that exports profiles to chatbots. Android's Find Hub enabling airlines to track lost luggage is another standout topic.

Kim Cavallo, organizer of the Global Day of Unplugging who promotes short digital detoxes. Lexy Savvides, tech journalist and smartphone specialist who reviews new phones. They discuss the Galaxy S26 Ultra’s design, camera and AI features. They also cover privacy display tradeoffs and why taking a break from screens matters. Short, lively takes and hands-on impressions throughout.

JP Castellanos, a cyber threat intelligence expert, warns about AI-enabled phishing, deepfakes, and ransomware. Jeremy Watkin from NumberBarn explains phone number parking, vanity numbers, and carrier-switching trends. Alex Harrow, CEO of Hubble Network, describes satellites that detect Bluetooth for global tracking and search-and-rescue. They also cover Samsung Google Play updates, cutting cable costs, and why using AI for passwords is risky.

Dave Chronister, ethical hacker and founder of Parameter Security, warns about security risks from agentic AI assistants. Jared Newman, streaming writer behind Cord Cutter Weekly, shares tips on streaming plans, devices, and piracy risks. Igor Pejic, tech and finance strategist and author of Tech Money, parses Bitcoin’s selloff and where tech investing may head next. Short, punchy conversations on privacy, cord-cutting, and crypto trends.

James Rubinowitz, a trial lawyer focused on tech-related litigation, Mark Anthony Arena, a cybersecurity troubleshooter, and Dan Ackerman, a consumer tech reporter. They dig into device timestamps and cloud vs local storage in the Guthrie investigation. They cover VoIP tracing, doorbell camera subscription tradeoffs, wireless satisfaction rankings, CES PC and AI hardware trends, and scams targeting users.

Julia Pugachevsky, a health reporter who tried a phone 'brick' to study screen time. Sharon Gai, an AI strategist and author on practical AI for workers. Caleb Denison, a TV reviewer covering CES and buying advice. They talk Amazon’s reinvention and store cuts. They debate real TV tech that matters and top picks. They share hands‑on tips for smarter AI use and better home internet options.

Amanda Spann, app educator and founder of The App Accelerator, explains how non-technical professionals can turn app ideas into real products. Conversation covers Sony handing Bravia manufacturing to TCL, TikTok’s new U.S. structure and privacy changes, winter-storm tech prep, BitLocker key risks with cloud storage, ride-share price tips, and simple Android malware defenses.