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New Show! Sweet Tasting Pi! Episode 270 Without Breaks

In this Weeks TechtalkRadio Show, Justin buys himself the Secret Labs Omega Chair and it has arrived. While we are sidetracked by the creepy looking doll hanging out on the Broadway background. Justin talks about the Quality of the chair and the experience putting it together. Justin loves the Secret Labs Omega chair while Andy and Shawn are sitting in old squeaky office chairs; Broadway is lounging on a Love seat.

The guys talk about Sit Stand Desk and why these offer great ergonomics. Some manufacturers of Sit Stand Desks include Fellowes, Steelcase and VariDesk. Shawn tells us about Canon USA now adding software that will allow users to use most Canon DSLR EOS Cameras as a webcam. The guys talk about lenses and photography and wonder on the quality of the Smartphone’s versus DSLR? Broadway brings up a good point as to why the Smartphone’s have excelled in performance and it’s the basics of technology. The guys talk about the Adobe Photoshop program and reminds parents of the Educational Version available. Scott Kelby has been teaching some basics in Webinars on Kelby One.

Shawn and Justin talk about the Raspberry Pi with a new Add on Camera available. The only issue Justin has had with Raspberry Pi is that it runs on Linux although Broadway had made use of running Linux with Windows together. Broadway recommends getting into Linux and Raspberry Pi to learn how tech systems work, plus the Raspberry Pi website has all types of projects users can work with. Andy shares the story about the Woman who bought some Air Pods only at a great price; the photo on the web is hilarious of her getting huge Air Pods BUT, they are an Awesome Bluetooth Speaker!

Justin tells us about this new show on Amazon Prime called Upload. Its a Comedy with a bit of a mystery thrown in and tells a great story. Andy talks about IMDB.TV and all the different sources of programs available including LOST. If you have a fire stick you can watch the shows for free with Ads. Cord Cutters are loving YouTube TV with Local Channels available in most areas and a Cloud DVR. Andy talks about Shamook on YouTube creating a Deep Fake of Raiders of the Lost Ark with Chris Pratt as Harrison Ford.

Justin shares the Website of the Week – A Game Designer can put you in the Game with https://www.bdaygame.com


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New Show Posted! – Episode 267 – If It Don’t Fit, I Quit!

In this Weeks TechtalkRadio Show, Broadway, Shawn DeWeerd, Justin Lemme and Andy Taylor talk about the Stay At Home Orders and now how many are working from home. Zoom has now made us capable of seeing how our coworkers live. This also has caused more bloopers online especially from reporters working from home, Check out the YouTube Link from News Be Funny. Shawn brings up the fact that the equipment can also provide a step up from a low quality web cam.

Justin shares info about doing Wednesday Night Virtual Trivia with OBS Studio for his local Brewery, Bruz Beers. Andy talks with Scott Lien from Grandpad about the company’s solution for Senior Users and how they provide an overall solution for those wanting to stay connected.

Justin and Shawn talk about the Technology of Reporters doing live segments from their homes with the Use of Dejero Hardware. Broadway talks to us about iRacing with NASCAR and explains some of the Technology behind it. Some of the problems that can arise when installing an updated graphics card is case design and Shawn gets one that won’t fit. John says it’s time for Duct Tape and Bubble Gum to get it to stick! The guys talk about some of the many different cases that are available from Cooler Master or Corsair.

Andy has an issue trying to get an HDMI port running on a laptop the company sent him but is apprehensive to do it without bothering Tech Support.

The Guys share some Websites of the Weeks, Gamesforthebrain.com and Shawn gives a look at archive.org, go to software archive and play some old school Dos Video games! Justin remembers Dr. Shrink while John brings up Heretic, and Duke Nukem.

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A Tablet for Seniors – Grandpad

We take a look at Grandpad, a Tablet made for the older senior population that doesn’t have a Smart Phone or Internet Connection at Home.

The Tablet comes equipped with a 4G LTE Connection and has an interface with Larger ICON for the most common task. Users can Send and Receive Email, Photos, Listen to thousands of Included Songs, and visit favorite websites.

The GrandPad comes with a charging station and protective case. The

Internet connection provided by Consumer Cellular for $40 No Contract and the Grandpad sells for about $250.

With the Grandpad, it allows you to keep in touch with Loved ones that may not be able to receive visitors during these times and it is not difficult to set up or use.  

More Info at https://www.grandpad.net

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New Show! 18 Wheels and A Big Rig! – RyaStream

In this Weeks TechtalkRadio, Justin Lemme and Shawn DeWeerd school Andy on the proper pronunciation of Notre Dame, not the one with the hunchback! We get the opportunity to have a great discussion with Live Streamer Ryan from RyaStream. While we have talked recently about the newly announced Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020, it is going to be just one of the many simulators on the desktops and consoles of many. Ryan specializes in American Truck Simulator and streams the simulation Live over Facebook. Ryan is an actual truck driver as his chosen profession and talks about the similarities between driving a real truck on the roads and the trucks in American Truck Simulator.

Ryan from RyaStream not only provides a lot of fun to those watching his stream, he interacts with the visitors. What’s also impressive is the hardware in both controlling the simulations and the hardware to produce the popular stream. Ryan shares with us his progression of adding the hardware over time to get the most out of the titles. RyaStream shares some of his products he uses from Advanced Simulation Products to the El Gato Stream Deck to OBS Studio to the great controllers at Thrustmaster. Talking with Ryan from RyaStream is a Fun segment which tells us about Live Streaming and the origins of American Truck Simulator from SCS Software!

Shawn DeWeerd talks about the latest release from GoPro, The GoPro Hero 8 which features a new design and the same style as the Go Pro Hero Session. The unit itself is now more of a modular device, Shawn gives us a great overview.

A new security threat with some Lightning Cables which have been found to include Hotspots embedded within. The guys talk about an old trick of malware infected USB thumb drives left in coffee shops and on the ground.
Justin shares with us a great link for Adults and Kids, they can watch Astronauts read stories over video based on the Stem Curriculum, Check out StoryTimefromSpace.com


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New Show – Flying High Once Again!

In this Weeks TechtalkRadio, Justin is back after a busy transitional period with a company change over. Shawn is out this week. Justin and Andy Taylor talk a little about the workplace and what can change when an acquisition happens. The guys talk historically about some companies that have gone through buy outs and what has happened to them. One of those that have ridden the wave of change outs is Entrepreneur Mark Cuban. They talk about Audio-net, Broadcast.com and how it was sold to Yahoo, what happened over the years? Because of Andy’s love for food, he of course has to bring up Kenny Rogers Roasters, Where are they today and what does it have to do with Yahoo?

Justin and Andy talk about cutting the cord but still wanting to have Over the air television. There are many services for streaming favorite channels like ID, Discovery, Hallmark in package pricing from Philo or Sling but many users still want access to the local channels. Using Antenna Web, the guys share the different local channels available and what type of antenna would be needed based on areas. Justin talks about why Disney Plus will be a major streamer with some great options for content. Sony makes the announcement of the PlayStation 5 and what is going to be special about the console which won’t be available until Holidays of 2020! Justin talks about Haptic Feedback which will be a big feature for the gaming experience.

Red Dead Redemption 2 has been announced for the PC and there is much to be excited about! Justin talks about some of those features for the PC Version of Red Dead Redemption 2 and why playing it is going to be a blast! The guys talk about the new Rock Star Games Game Launcher and how this is great for those playing games in the Rock Star Line. Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020 has also been announced and the graphics are amazing. The Title won’t be available until early 2020 yet the previews have helped to create a lot of excitement. Justin shares a great YouTube Channel AirForceProud95 which is built around the Flight Simulator Experience with smart alec Air Traffic Control, it’s a good laugh to watch!

Andy and Justin have some computer issues and ask each other about solutions while Justin tells us how to find out what is running in the background on your Windows PC. Andy shares a website which offers a Cockpit for the Flight Sim and Driving Sim Experience, NextLevel Racing

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