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By Jim Collison
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Bob and Ryan from ThinkComputers.org with the Intel Core Ultra 9, MSI DATAMAG SSD and Shure MV6 USB Gaming Microphone – HGG627
October 26, 2024
Bob Buskirk and Ryan Kerschner from ThinkComputers.org join this week as we discuss the latest consumer technology. We review Intel’s new Core Ultra processors and their efficiency compared to AMD, wh
Mike Wieger with Meshtastic Updates, Local ChatGPT with Ollama and Frigate – HGG626
October 12, 2024
Mike Wieger is my guest this week! Mike shares his experience with MeshTastic, a mesh networking system, noting a significant increase in nodes in Omaha and their use for local communication. He also
Dan LeFebvre talks CGI in Movies Today and Hands on with the Elgato Prompter – HGG625
October 05, 2024
Dan LeFebvre from the Based on a True Story podcast about the benefits of using teleprompters, specifically the Elgato model. Dan shares insights on technologys evolution in video production, the sig
Reconsidering My Back Up Strategy in 2024 – HGG624
September 28, 2024
This week, I share my journey in questioning my personal data management, spurred by an unexpected failure of my Morrow Data Box. This experience pushed me to prioritize valuable data and confront the
Marv Bee with Old School Home Server Chat and are Expensive Earbuds Really Worth it? – HGG623
September 21, 2024
Marv Bee joined me this week as we discussed backup solutions, with Jim considering using a Synology box to access data on Backblaze B2. Marv recommends Synology for its performance and ease of use. W
Christian Johnson with the Effects of CrowdStrike and Software Reliability – HGG622
September 14, 2024
Christian Johnson joins me this week as we talk about home technology trends, starting with seasonal changes and their effects on our gardens. We discuss AIs role in enhancing podcast show notes and
Jay Franze with Listener Emails, HVAC Options, StreamYard Replacements and NiceHash – HGG621
September 07, 2024
Jay Franze is my guest this week. We talk about smart home technology and the benefits of energy-efficient gadgets, particularly in air conditioning. We share personal experiences with DIY home wiring
TJ Huddleston with Smart Lighting, Garden Irrigation and His Home Automation Journey – HGG620
August 31, 2024
T.J. Huddleston from HomeTech.fm returns to discuss his latest home automation projects. He shares insights on adaptive lighting systems that enhance comfort and energy efficiency and explores smart i
Mike Wieger with Generator Interlock Kits, Meshtastic and LocalSend – HGG619
August 24, 2024
Mike Wieger is my guest this week. Mike shares his experience installing a generator outlet and interlock kit for backup power, detailing the wiring and safety measures. He also talks about using a Ja
Weathering the Storm: Lessons in Home Backup Power from a Major Power Outage – HGG618
August 10, 2024
Its a solo show this week. Last weeks show was canceled due to a 100-hour power outage at theAverageGuy.tv studios. What did I do? What gadgets did we use? How did it go and how did we stay cool? Al
Mark Robson with the Big BBQ and Grill Show for Summer 2024 – HGG616
July 27, 2024
Mark Robson is my guest this week. We discussed various topics, including extreme weather patterns in Canada, grilling and cast iron cooking techniques, barbecue techniques and ingredients, and culina
Gavin Campbell with the Meater Block, 3D Printing and Smart Toilets via the Finger Bot – HGG615
July 21, 2024
Gavin Campbell from HomeTech.fmpodcast is my guest this week. We discussed various topics, including severe weather preparedness, home automation, tech updates, data storage, and 3D printing. Gavin s
Jay Mattison with Cameras, Audio and the Future of ARM Computing – HGG614
July 14, 2024
Jay Mattison is my guest this week. Jay discussed the latest gadgets, smart home automation, laptops, and processing power. He also talked about camera technology, including wireless microphones and r
Ed Sullivan with the new iPad Pro M4, Macs, and Productivity: Finding the Right Tools – HGG613
June 29, 2024
Ed Sullivan joins me this week! We discussed his collection of Apple devices, including an iMac Pro, 16 MacBook Pro, iPhone 12 Pro, and Apple Watch Series 8. We discuss his decision to purchase his f
Adam Hickman with X3 Strength Training and Hydration Innovations with ionbottles – HGG612
June 22, 2024
Dr. Adam Hickman is my guest this week. Adam is the Vice President of Org Development and Cast Members at Partners, a Walt Disney Company, and a former co-worker of mine at Gallup. We catch up over dr
Erin Lawrence with Exploring Birdfy Hum Feeder, Kamado Joe Smart Grill, and 2024 Chevy Traverse – HGG611
June 15, 2024
Erin Lawrence from Tech Gadgets Canadajoined me this week. We delved into a variety of tech topics, starting with the Birdfy Hum Feeder, where Erin shared her mixed experiences, praising the seed fee
Rich Hay with the Vaonis Vespera Passengers and a look at the Vespera II and Pro for the Night Sky Observer – HGG610
June 01, 2024
In one of my favorite episodes yet this year, we catch up with Rich Hay. Rich talks about his decision to purchase a VW EV and all that he has loved about it (that was in preshow, now at the end). In
Gretchen Schoenstein with Overcoming Adversity Through Grit and Community: A Journey with Autoimmune Disease – HGG609
May 25, 2024
My guest this week is Gretchen Schoenstein, a half marathon enthusiast who has completed more than one hundred half marathons. With unwavering dedication and passion, Gretchen has conquered diverse co
Marv Bee from the IT Business Podcast with Listener Email and Is the PC Dead? – HGG608
May 18, 2024
Marv Bee from ITBusinessPodcast.comjoins me this week as we open the show with listener email. Some thoughts on routers, printers, Subaru upgrades and home server storage. We wrap the show with the q
The Gang from HomeTech.fm with the Current State and Challenges of Home Automation – HGG607
May 11, 2024
This week I have Gavin Campell, TJ Huddleston and Seth Johnson, hosts of the HomeTech Podcast at HomeTech.fm and we discuss the current state of the home tech market, including challenges and strategi
Christian Johnson with Hard Drives, Wifi and Private 5G – HGG606
May 04, 2024
Christian Johnson from MapleGrovePartners.com joins me this week. We open the show with some talk of the current state of hard drives and ask Christian what NAS he would buy in 2024. We talk about the
Jay Franze with Listener Feedback, Rode Wireless Pro and Zoom H6 Hands On – HGG605
April 20, 2024
Jay Fraze from https://jayfranze.com/ismy guest. In this episode, cover listener feedback from last week. Jay has purchased a new Rode Wireless Pro mic set and a Zoom H6 and we get an update on Jay
Perspectives: It’s Never as Bad as You Think, But Sometimes It’s Worse – HGG604
April 13, 2024
Im back in action after a much-needed Spring Break, and let me tell you, its been a whirlwind! With April 15th looming over our heads, Ill dish out some insights into how I tackled my taxes and how
Erin Lawrence with NextBase Dash Cam, Bird Buddy Smart Feeders and the L’OR Coffee System – HGG603
March 16, 2024
Erin Lawrence from https://www.techgadgetscanada.com. is my guest this week. In this episode, we explore a range of innovative products, from the NextBase 4K iQ Dash Cameras impressive features to Er
Jeff Sieh with the Apple Vision Pro Hands on Review – HGG602
March 09, 2024
Jeff Sieh from http://socialmedianewslive.com/ and http://jeffsieh.com/ joins me this week as we get to know Jeff for the first time and spend some time talking about the new Apple Vision Pro. Theres
Gavin Campbell with Matter, Does it Really Matter? – HGG601
March 04, 2024
Gavin Campbell from HomeTech.fm joins me this week and after a short catch-up, we ask the question, in home automation, does Matter really Matter? The standard has picked up a lot of support in the la
Tony Raynor with Hands-On Review of the DJI Osmo Pocket 3 and More – HGG600
February 17, 2024
Long-time listener Tony Raynor joins me this week as we talk about his new DGI Pocket 3 and he even uses it as a webcam for the show. We also discuss his love for photography and why he submits so man
Marv Bee asks the Question: Can we have too many Gadgets? – HGG599
February 10, 2024
Marv Bee from the IT Business Podcast is my guest this week. Marv and I discuss the question, Are we getting too gadgetry in our lives? We also look at Marvs new StreamDeck, discuss his recent pur
Bob and Ryan from ThinkComputers with Exploring the Latest in Home Tech: OLED Monitors and Wearable Smart Glasses – HGG598
January 27, 2024
Bob and Ryan from ThinkComputers.org join me as my guests. They are both off a successful CES 2024 and live to tell! Lots on monitors, memory and a new wearable from ASUS! Great to catch up with them
Christian Johnson with Foreflight, Lastpass v Bitwarden and AI Updates – HGG597
January 20, 2024
Christian Johnson is back this week and catch up with him and his quest to complete his pilots license. We also get an update on his thoughts on LastPass and Bitwarden and wrap the show with some upd
Titania Jordan from Bark Technologies with Digital Safety and Advanced Content Monitoring for All – HGG596
January 06, 2024
In the latest Home Gadget Geeks episode, I had the pleasure of hosting Titania Jordan the CPO (Chief Parent Officer) from Bark.us a leading digital safety company. Titania delved into Barks cutting-
TJ Huddleston from HomeTech.fm with Maker Spaces, Home Automation Favorites and the Litter Robot – HGG595
December 23, 2023
This week I am joined by TJ Huddleston from HomeTech.fm. We kick off the conversation by delving into the intricacies of TJs background, gaining valuable insights into the technological landscape tha
13 Years of Home Gadget Geeks and Mike Wieger with Organizing his HomeLab – HGG594
December 16, 2023
A very special Home Gadget Geeks episode! Celebrating 13 years with Mike Wieger. Mike shares his home lab insights. Using a self-hosted git repo for documentation, hes into Proxmox clusters alongside
Jay Franze with Chat GPT Follow-up and Tech Regrets for 2023 – HGG593
December 02, 2023
Jay Franze is my guest this week. Jay continues to use ChatGPT and finds it helpful for drafting documents from bullet points. We talk about some limitations of ChatGPT and how prompt engineering coul
Sammie Collison with Updates on the Bellevue Library, New Additions and Reading Recommendations for the Season – HGG592
November 25, 2023
In this weeks podcast, I had the Sammie Collison. We delved into the exciting developments surrounding her new role at the library, providing listeners with an update on various aspects. From the pro
Erin Lawrence with Temu Exposed, Chromebook Plus Review, Pixel Watch 2 and Govee Lights – HGG591
November 18, 2023
This week we have Erin Lawrence from https://www.techgadgetscanada.com/. Ive got the inside scoop on her Temu experimentproviding a comprehensive update and addressing the burning question: Is Temu
Ed Sullivan with the DJI Osmo Pocket 3 and Jackery Batteries for a Mobile Podcast Studio Setup – HGG590
November 11, 2023
Ed Sullivan is my guest this week and he shared insights into his advanced mobile podcast setup, centered around the 2021 16 MacBook Pro M1 Max 32 GB as the processing hub. The audio setup features t
Jim is Solo and Discusses Health Updates, Health Gamification and Stuff to do at the end of the Year – HGG589
November 04, 2023
In this episode I am solo. I have a few personal updates for you. We look at some health gadgets that we have turned into dinner time family games. I ask a question to you about a new type of format f
Gavin Campbell with Home Assistant’s Local Voice AI, mmWave Sensors, Zigbee vs. Z-Wave, 3D Printing and Smart Lawn Watering – HGG588
October 21, 2023
Gavin Campbell joins me this week as we talk about how Home Assistant introduces a local voice assistant with wake words. Gavin is enthusiastic about mmWave sensors, Aqara FP2, which can detect people
Innovation Unleashed: Dave McCabe’s 3D Printing Journey with Bambu Lab – HGG587
October 14, 2023
Dave McCabe joins me this week. Well be discussing his recent woodworking projects, including items hes crafted for his office. Dave has also recently acquired a 3D printer, and youll be intrigued
Bob and Ryan from ThinkComputers.org with 2024 Economic Outlook: Impact on Tech Purchases – HGG586
October 08, 2023
Bob and Ryan from ThinkComputers.org are joining me, and were going to discuss the economic outlook for 2024 and how it might impact tech purchases. Well also dedicate some time to talking about the
Christian Johnson with Reliefband, the MGM/Caesars Hack and an Update on Windows 11 – HGG585
September 23, 2023
This week, Im joined by Christian Johnson for an exciting update on his pilots license journey and the tech that played a pivotal role in his progress. Well also dive into the intriguing developmen
Paul Braren and Lots of Stuff to Catch Up on! – HGG584
September 10, 2023
Paul Braren from TinkerTry.com joins me this week and we catch up with him. Its been a busy time for Paul. Both moving and changing jobs has kept him on his toes when it comes to technology. We talk
Marv Bee with the NetAlly Cyber Scope, Bose Sound Sport, AI News and a New Podcast – HGG583
September 02, 2023
In this episode, Im joined by Marv Bee. We dive into the NetAlly CyberScope and the Bose SoundSport earbuds. We also discuss AI based on an Engadget article and learn about Marvs new podcast that mi
Irrigreen CEO Shane Dyer and Precision Irrigation for Lawn Water Savings – HGG582
August 19, 2023
Joining us this week is a visionary leader who has been instrumental in revolutionizing the irrigation landscape CEO Shane Dyer of Irrigreen. Get ready to gain some invaluable insights into the futu
Jay Franze, Tips and Tricks for Discount Shopping Sites – HGG581
August 12, 2023
Jay Franze joins us this week!. We caught up with Jay and asked about some new equipment he is using for his podcast as well as an update on the fire pit he mentioned the last time he was on. Jim ment
Randy Walker with WordPress Updates, Tips and Tricks for 2023 – HGG580
August 05, 2023
This week we sit down with Randy Walker to dive into the world of WordPress and ask the question, why is WordPress still important? Before we start in on WordPress, Randy has a new podcasting mic to t
Christian Johnson with Data Cold Storage and the Impact of the LLM in AI – HGG579
July 29, 2023
Christian Johnson is back and we spend some time catching up on Maple Grove Partners. We have a discussion on the benefits of cold storage is how to make the most of it. We then discuss the increasing
Marv Bee with Synology Storage Install and Car Infotainment Satisfaction Dropping – HGG578
July 23, 2023
Marv Bee joins me this week and we catch up with him and the latest on the IT Business Podcast. We spend a few minutes at the beginning of the show talking about smart grills and outdoor cooking. We t
Erin Lawrence with Dyson Stick Vac, Ninja Coffee Maker, Temu and Bluetti – HGG577
July 16, 2023
Erin Lawrence joins this week. After and update from Erin, we look at the latest reviews from https://techgadgetscanada.com, including an update on smart vacuum cleaners, but traditional and robot, a