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Jan 11, 2025 • 1h 57min

Better Offline CES 2025: Day 5 - Pt. 2

Join Robert Evans, Gare Davis, Kyle Chouinard, and Ed Ongweso Jr. as they dive into the fascinating world of CES 2025. They discuss the clash between technology and labor rights, spotlighting the culinary union's battle against job displacement. The crew also shares insights on the whimsical inventions at CES, like a bartender robot, while contemplating human connection amidst automation. With humor, they navigate the chaotic landscape of health diagnostics, deepfakes, and the broader implications of AI on creativity and community.
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Jan 10, 2025 • 1h 41min

Better Offline CES 2025: Day 5 - Pt. 1

Cherlynn Low, Deputy Editor at Engadget, shares her insights into cutting-edge consumer technology. Ed Ongweso Jr. adds a cultural perspective on the evolving sex tech industry, emphasizing the need for open discussions around sexual wellness. David Roth highlights the absurdities of CES innovations, including quirky products that challenge practicality. Phil Broughton, a health physicist, provides expertise on laser safety, discussing regulations that could impact new tech. Together, they explore the intersection of technology, culture, and health, creating a lively dialogue.
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Jan 10, 2025 • 1h 34min

Better Offline CES 2025: Day 4 - Pt. 2

This discussion features Sean O’Kane, a Senior Transportation Reporter at TechCrunch, alongside Karissa Bell from Engadget, Rob Pegoraro, a seasoned tech journalist, and David Roth from Defector. They explore the chaotic charm of CES 2025, tackling mobility innovations, electric boats, and oddly cute furry robots. Conversations touch on the challenges faced by electric vehicle startups and the absurdity of robot designs. With humor and sharp critiques, they unveil the intersection of technology, marketing, and genuine consumer needs.
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Jan 9, 2025 • 1h 36min

Better Offline CES 2025: Day 4 - Pt. 1

Victoria Song, a senior reviewer at The Verge, and Devindra Hardawar from Engadget, join David Roth of Defector, Ed Ongweso Jr., and health physicist Phillip Broughton to discuss CES 2025 highlights. They delve into the male-centric coverage of the event and explore the evolving landscape of wearable tech, including luxury smart rings. The group critiques NVIDIA's AI focus over traditional gaming, hints at innovative beauty tech from L'Oreal, and humorously reflects on the absurdities of new tech products, including personal nuclear power solutions.
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Jan 9, 2025 • 1h 35min

Better Offline CES 2025: Day 3 - Pt. 2

David Roth, a writer for Defector, shares his lively experiences at CES, marking his first visit to this tech extravaganza. Ed Niedermeyer, an automotive journalist, critiques the evolving landscape of auto shows, discussing how technology is reshaping car design and consumer expectations. Jared Newman explores non-invasive health monitoring innovations and privacy concerns. The trio humorously navigates the chaotic environment, pondering the absurdity of extravagant tech gadgets and the growing parallels between tech enthusiasm and sports fandom.
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Jan 9, 2025 • 1h 34min

Better Offline CES 2025: Day 3 - Pt. 1

Join Jesse Farrar, a tech skeptic and co-host of Your Kickstarter Sucks, alongside Max Cherney from Reuters, Mashable's Matt Binder, IT Brew's Tom McKay, and tech commentator Ed Ongweso Jr. as they dive into CES 2025. They explore bizarre tech innovations like an AI-enabled stethoscope and a dog air purifier while sharing laughs over the absurdities of the show. The group critically examines the overhyped AI technologies redefining 'usefulness' in the industry and emphasizes the need for accountability in tech claims.
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Jan 8, 2025 • 1h 39min

Better Offline CES 2025: Day 2

Join Ed Ongweso Jr., a tech-savvy journalist, Gabriel Mosher, a thoughtful priest, and Robert Evans and Gare Davis, co-hosts of 'It Could Happen Here,' as they unravel the absurdities at CES 2025. They dive into the strange world of health monitoring and the commercialization of wellness tech, humorously critique bizarre products, and discuss the implications of GermPass technology. The guest speakers challenge how evolving tech intersects with ethics and societal norms, offering both insights and laughs along the way.
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Jan 7, 2025 • 1h 16min

Better Offline CES 2025: Day 1

Join Robert Evans, a savvy podcaster from 'It Could Happen Here', Gare Davis, a thoughtful contributor, and Edward Ongweso Jr., a sharp tech writer, as they dive into the chaos of CES 2025. They humorously dissect the bizarre life of John McAfee and the absurdity of tech conventions. The trio reflects on AI's real impact on jobs, critiques the industry's repetitive trends, and shares frustrations about voice assistants. Expect witty anecdotes mixed with incisive commentary on the future of technology!
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24 snips
Jan 3, 2025 • 36min

The Invisible War Criminals

In a thought-provoking discussion, tech's role in society is dissected, urging listeners to question corporate motives. The concept of 'inshittification' highlights how media's corporate ownership harms user experience. Personal stories of connection through technology contrast with feelings of betrayal as platforms evolve. Major tech titans are scrutinized for their exploitative practices, prompting calls for accountability akin to war crimes. The host's frustrations with the industry's direction resonate, emphasizing listener experience over corporate greed.
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Jan 1, 2025 • 35min

The Invisible War

The discussion kicks off with a humorous take on a man's gout saga in a pharmacy, cheekily contrasting the convenience of Amazon's medication delivery. It dives deep into the 'rot economy' and how technology often leaves users feeling inadequate. Listeners hear about the dark side of digital life, from unethical advertising practices to the disconnect between tech elites and everyday people. The pitfalls of budget tech are explored, and the episode wraps up with a fun dive into vacation deals, including tempting all-inclusive trips to Mexico and the Caribbean.

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