Techsploder

Shannon Morse sits down with Jason Howell to share her experiences as a woman in tech, from building her first computer at age 9 to becoming a respected cybersecurity expert and advocate for women in technology.🔔 Please support our work on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/jasonhowell Shannon's early experiences with technology and computers Building her first computer at age 9 with her dad Experiences with early internet communities and websites Introduction to cybersecurity through music downloading and college experiences Joining the Hack5 team and living in the "Hack House" Developing a passion for cybersecurity and writing her own segments Advocating for women in technology and dealing with harassment Comparing experiences with male counterparts in the industry Alternative career paths if not in technology (voice acting, floral arrangement, photography, translation) Shannon's YouTube channels and current projects Watch Shannon on Morse Code on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/ShannonMorseWatch Shannon on Sailor Snubs on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/SAILORSNUBS Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jason Howell sits down with Florence Ion to discuss her evolution in tech journalism, from early writings for Mac|Life to organizing Tamagotchi meetups. They discuss virtual pets, Pokemon, and the future of tech writing using AI.🔔 Please support our work on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/jasonhowell- Florence's first professional opportunity in tech (internship at Mac|Life Magazine)- Using AI in journalism and writing- Florence's first computer (Macintosh Performa 460)- Childhood experiences with technology and parental support- Introduction to Tamagotchi and virtual pets- The resurgence of Tamagotchi and facilitating meetups- Pokemon fandom and its role in Florence's household- Pokemon Go and potential improvements for the Pokemon experience- Florence's passion for writing outside of technologyRead Flo's work on Gizmodo: https://gizmodo.com/author/florenceionListen to the Material podcast: https://www.relay.fm/material Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jason Howell sits down with Matteo Doni, a familiar voice from All About Android, to discuss his journey through the tech industry and the evolution of mobile technology. From growing up in Milan to running the Tech Travel Geeks YouTube channel, Matteo shares insights on how technology has shaped his life and career.🔔 Please support our work on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/jasonhowell- Matteo's background growing up in Milan, Italy- Early exposure to technology and computers in the 1990s- The evolution of mobile phones and text messaging in Europe vs. the US- Matteo's career path in mobile app testing and product development- The impact of open source software and Linux on Matteo's career- The origin of the "goats" theme on All About Android- Matteo's YouTube channel Tech Travel Geeks- Discussion of retro tech, including old Compaq desktop computers- The story behind Matteo's online handle "todoleo"- Oldest piece of technology Matteo still uses- The significance of the Palm Pre 2 and WebOS- How smartphones and power banks have improved travel experiencesWatch Tech Travel Geeks on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/techtravelgeeksFollow Matteo on Twitter: http://www.x.com/todoleo Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tech veteran Myriam Joire joins Jason Howell to share her fascinating journey from video game audio engineering to tech journalism, and being at the forefront of the birth of the modern smartwatch. Myriam shares invaluable tips on how to foster a successful career in technology and shares the many computers that painted her childhood experience in coding.🔔 Please support our work on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/jasonhowell Myriam's extensive background in video game audio engineering Transition from video games to tech journalism Experience working at Pebble Role in launching successful Kickstarter campaigns Journey into tech consulting and crowdfunding Early experiences with computers and programming Advice on career changes and flexibility Listen to the Mobile Tech PodcastFollow Myriam on Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sam Abuelsamid works closely with the automotive industry as an analyst at Guidehouse Insights, giving him first-row access to the many ways that technology is influencing modern vehicle design. Sam discusses the spark that led to his career in the automotive industry, his lifelong curiosity in engineering, and his first smartphone.🔔 Please support our work on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/jasonhowell Sam's background and how he got interested in the automotive industry The influence of Road and Track magazine on Sam's interest in cars The intersection of transportation and technology in Sam's work The differences in car brands and models available in Europe versus the US Chinese automotive brands and their growing presence in Europe Sam's experience as an early adopter of technology, particularly smartphones The evolution of Android Auto and Apple CarPlay in vehicles The evolution of digital photography and Sam's experience with early digital cameras GuideHouse Insights Wheelbearings podcastSam's articles on Forbes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Father Robert Ballecer, a Jesuit priest working in Rome, shares his tech journey from childhood dumpster diving for computer parts to YouTube content creation. He discusses early hacking experiences, fusion technology, and his love for The Expanse series. The podcast explores the intersection of technology and faith, highlighting his unique perspective as a tech-savvy priest.

Lamarr Wilson, the "CEO of Unboxings", shares his journey from teaching tech in schools to becoming a wildly popular tech content creator known for his enthusiastic unboxing videos and comedic persona.🔔 Please support our work on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/JasonHowell- Lamarr's background and how he got into tech/education- His early experiences with technology as a child- Discovering the internet and its impact- Transitioning from education to creating YouTube content- The origins of his YouTube channel and initial motivations- Developing a comedic persona and sense of humor on YouTube- Shifting focus to vertical video formats like TikTok and Instagram Reels- Motivations behind the format change and its impact on his career- The differences in effort between long and short-form content creation- How he approaches unboxing videos and the "CEO of Unboxings" moniker- His hopes for future smart home/AI technology advancementsLamarr Wilson on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lamarrwilsonLamarr Wilson on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOcE8WdQOSeqFczVxGatGKgLamarr Wilson on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lamarrwilson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Jason Howell as he delves into the world of design with Liam Spradlin, discussing the subjective nature of design, the impact of generative AI, and Liam's experience creating the "Girasol" typeface.Please support this podcast on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/jasonhowell Design influence in Switzerland Material Design and deep personal meaning Everything in design is interfacial Does AI bypass intentional design? Has Material Design achieved its purpose? Where Liam's design sense began as a kid Liam's Typeface design Knowing when a design is done Why do we accept bad design in tech? Esthetic value of vintage interfaces Laim's most cherished technology Listen to the Design Notes podcast: https://designnotes.fm/Read Liam's work on Interface Cade: https://interfacecafe.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Jason Howell as he explores the world of "low-tech" through the eyes of MAD Magazine's Dick DeBartolo, a media legend and true gadget aficionado with a knack for finding humor in the strangest places.Please support our work on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/JasonHowellCHAPTERS:- How Dick DeBartolo keeps his humor and fascination with technology, even for mundane gadgets.- Dick's early interest in technology and how it led to his work at Mad Magazine and game shows.- The story of how Dick started appearing on TV shows like Metro Media's Saturday Morning Live.- How Dick transitioned from TV to podcasting with Leo Laporte's TWiT network.- Dick's favorite gadgets, including the Slingbox and the world's first digital camera.- The nostalgia and ingenuity behind Dick's early 8mm films with sound effects.- A memorable story about a private train ride with Mad Magazine's publisher.- How technology has simplified video production and enabled remote appearances.Check out The Giz Wiz: https://gizwiz.tv/Visit Dick's website: http://www.gizwiz.biz Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Christina Warren joins Jason Howell to talk about how nostalgia for the early Internet and failed technology companies has permeated her life in tech. From developer advocacy at Microsoft and Github to working in the tech journalism trenches at Mashable, Christina has stayed passionate about the possibilities of tech and its limitations.Please support our work on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/JasonHowell Christina's experience of accidentally not hitting the "go live" button at the start of the interview, and the importance of redundancy in recording Her early memories and passion for technology, sparked by video games, gadgets, and the internet in the 90s Building her first website on GeoCities as a 12-year-old unpaid "community leader" Her collectibles obsession, including shoes and merchandise from failed/infamous tech companies like Theranos, FTX, Pets.com etc. Reminiscing about the spectacular dot-com boom and bust, and companies like Webvan, Pets.com that didn't survive Discussing the decline of TiVo and how the DVR experience has arguably gotten worse over time Her current role as a developer advocate at GitHub, and how to follow her work Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices