TechStuff
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Behind every innovation is a new kind of power. TechStuff unpacks how technology reshapes influence, creativity, and control, from Silicon Valley’s rising moguls to the cultural forces they create. Because tech is the new religion, economy, and entertainment, all at once.
Each week, Oz Woloshyn and the brightest minds covering tech dig into the weird, funny, and sometimes unsettling ways technology, AI, and the internet shape our daily lives. From AI and social media to privacy, digital burnout, and the creator economy, they ask how all this innovation is changing who we are, how we work, love, and make meaning.
Smart talk, strange stories, and the questions everyone’s Googling: whether AI will replace us, how social media is affecting our kids, and what it all says about us.
Get in touch here: techstuffpodcast@gmail.com
Each week, Oz Woloshyn and the brightest minds covering tech dig into the weird, funny, and sometimes unsettling ways technology, AI, and the internet shape our daily lives. From AI and social media to privacy, digital burnout, and the creator economy, they ask how all this innovation is changing who we are, how we work, love, and make meaning.
Smart talk, strange stories, and the questions everyone’s Googling: whether AI will replace us, how social media is affecting our kids, and what it all says about us.
Get in touch here: techstuffpodcast@gmail.com
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May 10, 2018 • 36min
The Birth of Gibson Guitars
From a humble luthier in Kalamzoo michigan to the introduction of the Les Paul signatue guitar, we take a look at the early days of Gibson. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 9, 2018 • 30min
How Speakers and Amplifiers Work
How does a speaker generate sound? What does an amplifier do and how does it work? We learn more about the science and tech behind our audio equipment. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 8, 2018 • 28min
The History of Loudspeakers
Where did the loudspeaker come from? How did we go from acoustic horns to electronic speakers? We learn about the inventors who made speakers possible. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 7, 2018 • 31min
Death Star Weaponry
How did the Death Star's superlaser work? Is such a weapon even possible? And what the heck was up with that ventilation shaft? Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 5, 2018 • 1h 4min
Techstuff Classic: Mars Simulation Takes to the HI-SEAS
Recently, a year-long isolation experiment simulating a mission to Mars concluded. What were the results? And why did it happen in Hawaii? Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 4, 2018 • 38min
Death Star Support Systems
From its propulsion systems to artificial gravity, we explore the greatest weapon in the galaxy. May the 4th be with you! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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May 2, 2018 • 49min
The Story of Oracle: Part Three
Dive into Oracle's tumultuous journey from 2000 to 2018, uncovering challenges with vision and execution under Larry Ellison's leadership. Explore the strategic resilience amidst the dot-com fallout and the scandalous Trashgate. Discover the evolution of Oracle's security measures and the controversial acquisition of PeopleSoft that sparked legal battles and employee fallout. The narrative also highlights Oracle's strategic expansions through acquisitions and significant legal clashes with Google over Java APIs, reflecting the company's turbulent corporate landscape.
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May 1, 2018 • 38min
The Story of Oracle: Part Two
Oracle faced a near-fatal crisis in the 1990s, teetering on the edge due to financial mismanagement and aggressive sales tactics. Unethical practices led to inflated revenue reports and tarnished its reputation. However, a tumultuous turnaround involved key leadership changes and a strategic shift toward stability. Despite significant challenges, including internal conflicts, the introduction of innovative database versions and visionary leadership established Oracle's future in the tech industry. This evolution set the stage for its enduring impact.
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Apr 30, 2018 • 37min
The Story of Oracle: Part One
Larry Ellison, co-founder of Oracle and a self-taught programming prodigy, shares the fascinating story of Oracle's origins. He discusses his challenging upbringing and how it shaped his journey in tech. The podcast explores the revolutionary impact of relational databases and the birth of SQL, highlighting their role in modern data management. Ellison recounts Oracle’s early controversies and strategic responses that propelled the company towards being the second-largest software giant in the world.
Apr 28, 2018 • 39min
Techstuff Classic: How MP3 Compression Works
How does a computer program decide which bits of an audio file to keep and which to ditch during compression? We learn about the mp3 algorithm and Jonathan talks about math a lot. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
