

Tech Talk Y'all
Edgewise Media
Tech Talk Y'all is a weekly technology news show covering what has happened this week in tech, with hosts Sanjay Parekh and Adam Walker. Sanjay and Adam talk about technology, weird and wacky tech news, and make weekly tech recommendations (a fan favorite). Depending on your level of humor, episodes may or may not be funny (but they definitely are).
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Jul 30, 2018 • 42min
Episode 41: Internet Satellites are the Levi's of the Space Rush
In This Episode:
Uber Drivers Are Committing 'Vomit Fraud' (2:12)
Google's new physical keys to secure your account (6:27)
Miles gives you rewards for almost everything (8:47)
“Waze of Parking” SpotAngels raises 2.3M (11:40)
Google owns Duck.com, but it'll give rival DuckDuckGo a shoutout anyhow (13:04)
A new digital divide: Young people who can’t use keyboards (16:19)
The Allure of Small Towns for Big City Freelancers (18:10)
How to Beat LinkedIn: The Game (21:03)
Facebook is working on a new internet satellite (23:56)
Weird and Wacky Tech (26:35):
Inventor Demonstrates His $443K ‘Iron Man’ Jet Propulsion Suit
This robot will draw and erase anything on your walls
Why there's finally a drug for smallpox even though the disease no longer exists
Pirelli made a tire-shaped Bluetooth speaker that isn’t actually made from tires
Tech Recommendations (34:47):
Sanjay - Here App
Adam - Argus
Shannon - LogiTech Mouse
Plus, an update on Adam's Go Ruck experience.
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Weird and Wacky theme music from "Brainwavves" by Strong Suit.Sponsored By:Ticket Burner: TicketBurner can help your organization deliver the right information, to the right people, at the right time. Try it free for 30 days!Ten Rocket: Plan, build, and launch your app with speed and confidence. The ten rocket team works in ten day sprints - because building an app doesn't have to be frustrating. Prototype Prime: Prototype Prime is an incubator focused on early-stage hardware and software startups. We've got a design and development lab where hardware teams can utilize our 3D printers and our electronics manufacturing capabilities. In addition we've got a awesome podcast recording room where great shows like Tech Talk Y'all are recorded! Links:Uber Drivers Are Committing 'Vomit Fraud' to Pocket Cleanup FeeGoogle wants you to use its new physical keys to secure your account Miles gives you reward miles for almost everything“Waze of Parking” SpotAngels raises 2.3M

Jul 23, 2018 • 49min
Episode 40: Bond, James Bond('s car)
In this episode:
12 new moons discovered around Jupiter (2:41)
Blue Origin lands booster and crew capsule after test launch (4:00)
Amazon is helping you find weird screws (6:40)
Uber's next big thing is Lime scooters (8:42)
California malls are sharing license plate tracking data with ICE (13:44)
HTC’s blockchain phone is real (17:11)
Three Breakthroughs That Will Disrupt The Tech World In 2019 (18:23)
EU hits Google with record $5 billion fine (24:27)
Weird and Wacky (26:35):
This concept gill garment will turn you into a mermaid
Study links frequent gadget use to increased ADHD symptoms in teens
Surprise! Top sites still fail at encouraging non-terrible passwords
Aston Martin reveals flying car that could hit 200 mph
Tech Recommendations (40:43):
Adam - Stockpile
Sanjay - Uber Conference
Shannon - Bird
Sponsored By:Ticket Burner: TicketBurner can help your organization deliver the right information, to the right people, at the right time. Try it free for 30 days!Ten Rocket: Plan, build, and launch your app with speed and confidence. The ten rocket team works in ten day sprints - because building an app doesn't have to be frustrating. Prototype Prime: Prototype Prime is an incubator focused on early-stage hardware and software startups. We've got a design and development lab where hardware teams can utilize our 3D printers and our electronics manufacturing capabilities. In addition we've got a awesome podcast recording room where great shows like Tech Talk Y'all are recorded! Links:12 new moons discovered around JupiterBlue Origin successfully lands both booster and crew capsule after test launchAmazon's Part Finder helps you find those weird screws you needUber's next big thing is Lime scooters to get around townCalifornia malls are sharing license plate tracking data with ICEHTC’s blockchain phone is real, and it’s arriving later this year

Jul 16, 2018 • 26min
Episode 39: Special Edition: Recorded from Earth all about Space
In this episode:
Building blocks of life found on Mars
NASA aims to "touch the sun" with new probe
Device Seeks Axions, Proposed Dark Matter Particles
1st Satellite Built to Harpoon Space Junk Begins Test Flight
Boeing's Hypersonic Vision: Hit Mach 5
Fighter Jet Is Testing 'Quiet' Supersonic Booms
Why Do We Need a Space Nation
Ad music from "Partly Cloudy" by A Tape Full of Mistakes.
Weird and Wacky theme music from "Brainwavves" by Strong Suit.Sponsored By:Ticket Burner: TicketBurner can help your organization deliver the right information, to the right people, at the right time. Try it free for 30 days!Ten Rocket: Plan, build, and launch your app with speed and confidence. The ten rocket team works in ten day sprints - because building an app doesn't have to be frustrating. Prototype Prime: Prototype Prime is an incubator focused on early-stage hardware and software startups. We've got a design and development lab where hardware teams can utilize our 3D printers and our electronics manufacturing capabilities. In addition we've got a awesome podcast recording room where great shows like Tech Talk Y'all are recorded! Links:Building Blocks of Life Found on MarsNASA readies probe to touch the sun with 'cutting-edge heat shield'Super-Sensitive Device Seeks Axions, Proposed Dark Matter Particles1st Satellite Built to Harpoon Space Junk for Disposal Begins Test FlightBoeing's Hypersonic Vision: A Sleek Passenger Plane That Can Hit Mach 5Why a Fighter Jet Is Testing 'Quiet' Supersonic Booms Over Texas for NASAWhy Do We Need a Space Nation?
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Jul 9, 2018 • 45min
Episode 38: (Season 3) I Don't Run, I Only Walk
Welcome to Season 3! In this episode: Facebook gives up on building its own internet droneBitcoin Bloodbath Nears Dot-Com Levels as Many Tokens Go to ZeroBlockchain Voting Notches Another Success—This Time in SwitzerlandGoogle Duplex really works and testing begins this summerWireless speaker maker Sonos files for IPOCrypto Visa card company Monaco just spent millions to buy Crypto.comCalifornia’s new online cancellation law benefits many disgruntled subscribers in other places, tooKim Dotcom loses latest legal bid to avoid US extraditionWeird and Wacky:Scientists develop thermal camouflage that can fool infrared camerasADcase is a high-tech 'mobile airbag' for your falling smartphoneTech Recommendations: Adam - Daily YogaSanjay - AmpMeShannon - Quik - GoPro Editor Sponsored By:Ticket Burner: TicketBurner can help your organization deliver the right information, to the right people, at the right time. Try it free for 30 days!Ten Rocket: Plan, build, and launch your app with speed and confidence. The ten rocket team works in ten day sprints - because building an app doesn't have to be frustrating. Prototype Prime: Prototype Prime is an incubator focused on early-stage hardware and software startups. We've got a design and development lab where hardware teams can utilize our 3D printers and our electronics manufacturing capabilities. In addition we've got a awesome podcast recording room where great shows like Tech Talk Y'all are recorded! Links:Facebook gives up on building its own internet droneBitcoin Bloodbath Nears Dot-Com Levels as Many Tokens Go to ZeroBlockchain Voting Notches Another Success—This Time in SwitzerlandGoogle Duplex really works and testing begins this summerWireless speaker maker Sonos files for IPOCrypto Visa card company Monaco just spent millions to buy Crypto.com

Jun 25, 2018 • 42min
Episode 37: Blockchain is the Answer for Everything
In this episode:
Back on the air with Jamie Dupree 2.0 (1:47)
The Damage from Atlanta’s Cyber Attack is even worse than the city first thought (4:12)
Scientists Have Invented a Software That Can 'See' Several Minutes Into The Future (8:04)
New technology can see your body through walls (10:26)
Robo-cones could speed up roadworks and spell the end for traffic jams (13:30)
Airbnb Is Testing a New Service That Lets Hosts Offer Their Homes During Emergencies (17:29)
This DNA Genetic Scan Lets Parents Know if Their Child has an Incurable Disease (19:55)
US Armed Forces is getting a Space Force (22:38)
Weird and Wacky Tech (27:02):
Tesla Roadster may offer SpaceX package with actual rockets
This handheld self-defense device is like having your dad protect you
“Gaming Disorder” if officially recognized by the World Health Organization
Facebook can use AI to open your eyes in blinking selfies
Tech Recommendations (37:40):
Adam - Blinkist
Nicola - Alto's Odyssey & Monument Valley
Ad music from "Partly Cloudy" by A Tape Full of Mistakes.
Weird and Wacky theme music from "Brainwavves" by Strong Suit.Special Guest: Nicola Smith.Sponsored By:Prototype Prime: Prototype Prime is an incubator focused on early-stage hardware and software startups. We've got a design and development lab where hardware teams can utilize our 3D printers and our electronics manufacturing capabilities. In addition we've got a awesome podcast recording room where great shows like Tech Talk Y'all are recorded! Ticket Burner: TicketBurner can help your organization deliver the right information, to the right people, at the right time. Try it free for 30 days!Ten Rocket: Plan, build, and launch your app with speed and confidence. The ten rocket team works in ten day sprints - because building an app doesn't have to be frustrating. Links:Back on the air with Jamie Dupree 2.0The Damage from Atlanta’s Cyber Attack is even worse than the city first thoughtScientists Have Invented a Software That Can 'See' Several Minutes Into The FutureNew technology can see your body through wallsRobo-cones could speed up roadworks and spell the end for traffic jams

Jun 11, 2018 • 41min
Episode 36: Developers, Developers, Developers, Developers
In this episode:
Weed killing robots (1:45)
Blocking 500M users easier than following rules (4:22)
Microsoft buys GitHub (7:00)
Jeff Bezos talks moon colony plans (10:32)
Airpods get live listen features (14:06)
Ripple funding crypto research (17:06)
Game-changing car batteries (18:40)
Walmart text ordering service (22:30)
Weird and Wacky Tech (24:37):
Research-based caffine algorithm
Robotic hose dragon for burning buildings
Apple watch checking is distracted driving
Tech Recommendations (33:00):
Sanjay: Relay
Adam: RealizD
Ad music from "Partly Cloudy" by A Tape Full of Mistakes.
Weird and Wacky theme music from "Brainwavves" by Strong Suit.
"Developers" Remix by ViciousAloisius, remixed by our producer, ShannonSponsored By:Ticket Burner: TicketBurner can help your organization deliver the right information, to the right people, at the right time. Try it free for 30 days!Ten Rocket: Plan, build, and launch your app with speed and confidence. The ten rocket team works in ten day sprints - because building an app doesn't have to be frustrating. Prototype Prime: Prototype Prime is an incubator focused on early-stage hardware and software startups. We've got a design and development lab where hardware teams can utilize our 3D printers and our electronics manufacturing capabilities. In addition we've got a awesome podcast recording room where great shows like Tech Talk Y'all are recorded! Links:Weed-killing robots are threatening giant chemical companies’ business models - MIT Technology ReviewBlocking 500 Million Users Is Easier Than Complying With Europe’s New RulesMicrosoft Buys GitHub for $7.5 Billion, Moving to Grow in Coding’s New Era Jeff Bezos details his moon colony ambitionsAirPods to get Live Listen feature in iOS 12Ripple is giving universities $50M to research cryptocurrency and blockchain

May 28, 2018 • 42min
Episode 35: Sending an E-mail on the E-mail
In this Episode:
EFF Wins Over Podcasting Patent (2:18)
Facebook to Create Its Own Crypto (4:07)
‘Almost Irresponsible’ to Not Invest in Bitcoin (6:17)
New Variant on Spectre, Meltdown Security Flaws (12:00)
Not So Pretty: E-Fail and the PGP Flaw (13:54)
Blockchain as `Next Frontier' for Logistics (16:00)
3D Audio Headphones Startup Ossic Disappears (18:33)
Weird and Wacky (21:30):
Tesla Washed Their Cars With This Waterless Car Wash
Microsoft acquires conversational AI startup
Sony’s 10-inch digital paper tablet
Hiding Information in Plain Text
Tech Recommendations (32:22):
Adam - Gorillapod
Sanjay - Firefox Focus
Ad music from "Partly Cloudy" by A Tape Full of Mistakes.
Weird and Wacky theme music from "Brainwavves" by Strong Suit.Sponsored By:Ten Rocket: Tenrocket helps entrepreneurs and non-technical founders validate their idea with speed and confidence. They work in 10 day sprints to keep your vision on track and moving forward. Join the hundreds of entrepreneurs trusting their ideas with the team at Tenrocket. Prototype Prime: Prototype Prime is an incubator focused on early-stage hardware and software startups. We've got a design and development lab where hardware teams can utilize our 3D printers and our electronics manufacturing capabilities. In addition we've got a awesome podcast recording room where great shows like Tech Talk Y'all are recorded! Links:EFF Wins Final Victory Over Podcasting Patent | Electronic Frontier FoundationFacebook Plans to Create Its Own Cryptocurrency‘Almost Irresponsible’ to Not Invest in Bitcoin: Billionaire Mike NovogratzNot So Pretty: What You Need to Know About E-Fail and the PGP Flaw | Electronic Frontier FoundationIntel discloses new variant on Spectre, Meltdown security flawsFedEx's Smith Sees Blockchain as `Next Frontier' for Logistics - BloombergAfter tens
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May 14, 2018 • 43min
Episode 34: Ice Ice Baby Warms to Crypto
In this episode:
Wall Street Warms to Crypto (2:43)
MoviePass brings back movie-a-day subscription (5:01)
Cambridge Analytica shuts down post Facebook scandal (8:43)
Firefox is adding ads, because only insults are free (12:18)
Self-driving minivan crashes in Arizona (18:08)
One atom thick light paving the way for tiny switches and sensors (23:40)
Weird and Wacky Tech:
Bose Soundwear companion neck speaker (26:55)
Stick-On Tags Attach Laser Beams to Eyeballs (31:22)
Researchers create a cloaking device (33:13)
Tech Recommendations (34:49):
Sanjay: AtariVCS
Adam: Oak Meditation
Shannon: Scott's Cheap Flights
Sponsored By:Ten Rocket: Tenrocket helps entrepreneurs and non-technical founders validate their idea with speed and confidence. They work in 10 day sprints to keep your vision on track and moving forward. Join the hundreds of entrepreneurs trusting their ideas with the team at Tenrocket. Prototype Prime: Prototype Prime is an incubator focused on early-stage hardware and software startups. We've got a design and development lab where hardware teams can utilize our 3D printers and our electronics manufacturing capabilities. In addition we've got a awesome podcast recording room where great shows like Tech Talk Y'all are recorded! Links:Bitcoin Sees Wall Street Warm to Trading Virtual CurrencyMoviePass brings back movie-a-day subscription for newcomersCambridge Analytica and British parent shut down after Facebook scandalFirefox is adding ads, because only insults are freeWaymo self-driving minivan involved in crash in ArizonaScientists use graphene to squeeze light to just one atom thick paving the way for tiny switches and sensorsFlexible, Stick-On Tags Attach Laser Beams to Eyeballs

Apr 30, 2018 • 34min
Episode 33: Are Elon Musk and Bill Gates frenemies?
In this episode:
Movie Pass is struggling (2:15)
Netflix may buy a movie theater (2:42)
Bill Gates is spying from space (3:50)
Samsung's latest phone can't connect to the internet. On purpose. (5:39)
Elon Musk pours 100M into Boring Company (7:43)
Hackers build master key for hotel rooms (10:55)
Amazon delivering packages to a trunk near you (13:50)
A new Alexa skill can spy on you (17:38)
Weird and Wacky Tech:
Transition contact lenses are here (21:36)
Google search tool will answer questions from thousands of books (23:50)
Self-destructing emails (23:10)
Tech Recommendations:
Sanjay: Camscanner
Adam: Mobile Passport
Shannon: https://haveibeenpwned.com/
Links:MoviePass Is Struggling, So Use It While You CanNetflix and Byron Allen Could Be Getting Into the Movie Theater BusinessBill Gates Backs Plan to Surveil the Entire Planet From SpaceSamsung Galaxy J2 Pro smartphone can't connect to the internetElon Musk’s Boring Company raises $113M for tunnels, with Musk investing the mostHackers built a 'master key' for millions of hotel roomsAmazon Starts Delivering Goods to the Trunk of Your GM or Volvo - BloombergSecurity Researchers Created a 'Skill' that Allows Alexa to Spy on YouContact Lenses That Darken In Bright Light Have Been Approved And Could Go On Sale Soon"Talk to Boo
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Apr 16, 2018 • 53min
Episode 32: Three Engineers are Saying.... That's Steep!
In this episode:
Theranos has laid off most of its remaining staff (1:43)
ACE Submarine Cable Cut Impacts Ten Countries (4:56)
Robots are not taking over, says head of UN body on autonomous weapons (9:37)
California proposes new rules for self-driving cars to pick up passengers (12:24)
FTC Warns Companies ‘Warranty Void if Removed’ Stickers Are Flatly Illegal (19:44)
Announcing 1.1.1.1: the fastest, privacy-first consumer DNS service (26:18)
Steve Wozniak drops Facebook (30:21)
A long awaited IOT Crisis is Here, and many devices aren’t ready (34:28)
Weird and Wacky:
The seismic signal of Lionel Messi (39:32)
European grid dispute resolved, lost 6 minutes returned to oven clocks (41:14)
Waze crazy routing over a 32% grade road is driving residents nuts (43:17)
Tech Recommendations (46:05):
Sanjay - Wachete
Jack - Bear
Bonus:
Amazon offers fulfillment center tours
Past tech recommendations are available here
Special Guest: Jack Wells.Links:Theranos lays off about 100 employeesACE Submarine Cable Cut Impacts Ten Countries'Robots are not taking over,' says head of UN body on autonomous weapons | Science | The GuardianCalifornia proposes new rules for self-driving cars to pick up passengersFTC Warns Companies 'Warranty Void if Removed' Stickers Are Flatly IllegalAnnouncing 1.1.1.1: the fastest, privacy-first consumer DNS serviceHow to keep your ISP’s nose out of your browser history with encrypted DNSSteve Wozniak drops Facebook: “The profits are all based on the user’s info”A Long-Awaited IoT Crisis Is Here, and Many Devices Aren't Ready


