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New Show Posted! Episode #373 – The Pumpkin Party

On this week’s TechtalkRadio Show, join Justin, Shawn, Andy, and Slick as they dive deep into the latest in tech news and trends. The show kicks off with a discussion and description of Midjourney, an artificial intelligence tool from creating media. Justin, tell us about experimenting with Midjourney and his experiences are nothing short of fascinating. The conversation starts on a light note as Justin requests the Midjourney Bot to create an image of three individuals ready to discuss technology, resulting in surprisingly realistic scenarios. However, things take an unexpected turn when Justin challenges the bot to generate images of women celebrating October and the beloved pumpkin spice flavors. The results are, in a word, weird!

The heart of the discussion revolves around the world of AI, including the likes of ChatGPT and Midjourney, and how understanding and harnessing this technology is vital for the evolving business landscape. Justin even shares an AI-generated photo of Tupac enjoying ice cream and recommends the “Cursed AI” Facebook group for some authentic laughs.


As the AI discussion continues, the team explores companies’ limitations on AI use. Andy recounts a corporate memo from a radio group he worked with forbidding Voice AI in commercials and radio shows even as a parody. They also touch upon the limitations of AI in Zoom meetings, which could potentially unveil sensitive transcripts from the third-party apps.

Next up, Andy introduces us to some exciting Samsung products, including the Disney 100, Neo G9 57″ curved monitor, and the Samsung Terrace, an impressive 85″ outdoor viewing screen priced around $20,000. The team delves into the 4K technology and its perceived necessity, shedding light on its benefits. Shawn and Justin provide insights into ATSC 3.0 and its potential to revolutionize programming, with 112 active stations currently using it.

Apple’s upcoming event on September 12th takes center stage, with expectations of an iPhone 15 announcement featuring USB-C. The advantages of USB-C are explored in-depth.Amidst the tech buzz, Andy confesses to his computer gaming indulgence with Windows Solitaire and expresses his interest in trying out Baldur’s Gate 3, a game recently experienced by Shawn and Justin. They share their thoughts on this new title.

The show concludes with a cautionary tale shared by Andy about a deceptive Instagram friend request that turned into an attempt to compromise an account. The lesson here: always exercise caution online and verify suspicious messages, even if they appear to come from social media platforms. Don’t click on unsolicited SMS or Email links!

Tune in for another TechtalkRadio episode packed with tech insights, humor, and valuable lessons in navigating the ever-evolving digital landscape and please share with a friend!

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New Show Posted! Episode 359 – Everything Everywhere Too Quick

This week on TechtalkRadio, Andy and Shawn explore some tech gadget ideas for kids as Shawn’s Son approaches his first birthday, including a not very traditional Roku Remote without batteries that Shawn found to be a fun toy. Shawn also discusses his experience with the Endor 3 3D Printer and how he used it to create useful items for his home, such as a baby gate designed from Thingiverse. Additionally, he shares his thoughts on the new Wyze Wireless Gaming Headset, highlighting both its pros and cons. Andy also weighs in on the discussion, sharing his preferred headphones for work and gaming, including the Sennheiser HD 280 Pro and SteelSeries Arctis 7. Finally, they touch on the exciting new partnership between Roku and Wyze, which includes the integration of Wyze cameras into the Roku platform.


Andy discusses his recent news segments on the dangers of text spam, email scams, and the emerging threat of voice AI, which could be used to capture voice prints and scam people in your social circle. He also shares his experience with Voice.AI, one of the best voices deepfake sites he’s come across, and even surprises Shawn with a demo of one of the voices he created. While the service can be pricy, it certainly has its fun uses however could also have risks associated with it. Andy also shares a frustrating experience with BingChatAI, which ended a chat with him because it felt he was being confrontational when he was just trying to provide accurate information about TechtalkRadio.

CEO of RAXCO Software, Bob Nolan, joins Andy Taylor to discuss the company’s history and offerings. With roots dating back to 1978, RAXCO Software began as a provider of system management tools and has since evolved to offer a range of solutions, including server management, system backups, and quick restoration options. Bob and Andy also discuss the importance of these solutions in the context of recent ransomware attacks, such as the one experienced by the Tucson Unified School District earlier this year. Specifically, they delve into RAXCO’s Instant Recovery technology and how it has helped organizations recover from such attacks.

Shawn shares the Cool Website of the Week, WebSDR.org for those wanting to check out Amateur Radio Cast around the World.