On this week’s TechtalkRadio Show, hosts Shawn, Justin, and Andy are joined by Matt Jones to delve into the latest in Technology, Computers, and the Internet. Matt reminisces about his childhood and the impact of the first computer in his house, which sparked his fascination with technology after its eventual failure. Justin shares insights about Mark Rober, a prominent figure on YouTube known for his engineering videos, particularly as the “Glitter Bomb guy.” Mark also runs Crunch Labs, promoting STEM learning through specialized packages.

The discussion takes an interesting turn when Andy asks Justin and Shawn about their views on introducing their children to STEM. In the broader sence of education Justin questions the necessity of Home Economics in schools, Andy and Matt have alternate views on this and advocate for a broader curriculum that includes trades and budgeting alongside STEM. Matt adds a unique perspective on Language Learning.

Over the years, the hosts contemplate holding onto old tech in the hope of teaching future generations to build systems, though Justin humorously predicts it might end up being just a cube. Andy shares a comical moment involving a giant box of tangled cables and a mysterious USB 2.0 to a Male Aux Audio Jack. Shawn takes to Google and is able to tell us what it is for. The conversation shifts to audio over Ethernet and video usage at Water World near Denver.

Andy recounts his positive experience testing Tablo TV, a device facilitating cord-cutting with DVR capabilities. Despite encountering issues with the antenna, Justin explains the intricacies of antenna waves and the effectiveness of the fractal design. The hosts delve into the challenges faced by local TV and radio broadcasters, including changes in content and revenue maximization strategies with the addition of Local News Content.

Shawn introduces the DJI Pocket OSMO 3, leaving everyone on the show eager to get their hands on one. The device’s impressive features and its capability to produce high-quality video content are highlighted. Matt shares insights into the DJI Pocket OSMO 3’s remarkable 80% battery recharge time in just 16 minutes, contrasting it with the 40 minutes required for the OSMO 2.

The show wraps up with a lively contest to decipher acronyms, Who will win? Tune in to find out for our Pop Culture winner for the week.

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In this Weeks TechtalkRadio Show, the Crew misses Broadway and Amanda and wonders if Broadway was tending his chickens. Justin talks about his Secret Lab Chair after having some time to really get to use it. He shares why he likes it. The guys talk about Human Scale and the recent news of Herman Miller through a partnership with Logitech G on a gaming chair. There is a lot of Excitement with the Upcoming Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020 and both Justin and Shawn have picked up and dusted off the throttle and joystick controllers. The guys talk about controllers from Saitek and Thrustmaster. If you are thinking about getting Microsoft Flight Simulator on the 18th, they talk about why you want to have a Controller.

Microsoft makes announcements regarding Game Pass, All Access Pass which can give you the opportunity to pay a monthly and get a New X-Box, similar to the strategy on a smart phone. The guys have to laugh with the announcement of the return of Leisure Suit Larry with a new title. Justin tells us about his devious plan to get a new Xbox. Andy recommends for helping his son with technology to take a look at KANO Computing and why.

Pokémon Go is still making a ton of money, Andy talks about how much money was made in a recent tournament. A Reporter from the Washington Post does a story about trying out the Amazon Alexa Enabled Glasses; he is quoted in the article saying they “drove him bananas” Dennis sends in a question regarding connecting the GoPro to his smart phone, Shawn talks about the process to make it happen.

Justin Shares a fun Website of the Week with us, it’s called Skribbl.io. It’s is similar to Pictionary for the Net and can be played randomly or with friends. 

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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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