Talking Tech
2,152 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago - ★★★★ - 102 ratingsYour daily consumer tech news update, plus the latest gadget reviews and straight talk about how the latest tech innovations affect you, with USA TODAY's Brett Molina and Mike Snider. Discover more great podcasts from USA TODAY at usatoday.com/podcasts.
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Those privacy update e-mails!
December 28, 2019 08:00 - 4 minutes - 3.71 MBJefferson Graham reveals the reasons we're getting so many new privacy update e-mails on Talking Tech. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Gadgets of the decade
December 27, 2019 08:00 - 4 minutes - 4.3 MBJefferson Graham runs them down, from the iPhone to the Eero, on Talking Tech. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
YouTube's education efforts
December 26, 2019 08:00 - 2 minutes - 1.96 MBJefferson Graham on how YouTube is trying to erase some of the stench from its issues with hate and conspiracy videos by emphasizing education videos. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
ICYMI: Dateline on a podcast roll
December 25, 2019 14:33 - 4 minutes - 4.42 MBDateline, NBC's longest running prime-time TV series, discovered podcasting in 2019, with both audio versions of the prime-time show and originals. Nearly 39 million downloads later, Elizabeth Cole, the executive producer of Dateline, tells Jefferson Graham all about it. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Forget smart lights, try smart switches instead
December 24, 2019 08:00 - 3 minutes - 3.14 MBSmart bulbs are expensive, but install a "smart switch," and your dumb lights can be smart for way less money. Tech enthusiast and photographer Steve Brazill tells Jefferson Graham about it on Talking Tech. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2019's best gadgets with Peter Pham
December 23, 2019 08:00 - 8 minutes - 8.01 MBEvery year we check in with tech investor Peter Pham for his favorite gadgets of the year, which in 2019 included the OneWheel, AirPods Pro and DeepSentinel. Listen to his conversation with Jefferson Graham See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
ICYMI: Worst password offenders of 2019
December 22, 2019 08:00 - 2 minutes - 1.93 MBThe password manager company Dashlane's run-down of the worst password offenders of the year, as run down by Jefferson Graham See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Cut-off dates for holiday gifts
December 21, 2019 08:00 - 2 minutes - 2.4 MBIt's not too late to buy those Xmas gifts and have them delivered. Jefferson Graham has the cut-off dates for you, on Talking Tech. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Dateline NBC's podcast bonanza
December 20, 2019 08:00 - 4 minutes - 4.42 MBDateline, NBC's longest running prime-time TV series, discovered podcasting in 2019, with both audio versions of the prime-time show and originals. Nearly 39 million downloads later, Elizabeth Cole, the executive producer of Dateline, tells Jefferson Graham all about it. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Smart Poop detection?
December 19, 2019 08:00 - 4 minutes - 4.28 MBJefferson Graham reports on the latest offbeat trend in techland--the "smart" diaper. He's got the scoop on today's episode of #TalkingTech See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Crazy tech jargon
December 18, 2019 08:00 - 2 minutes - 2.49 MBJefferson Graham gets some really weird e-mails. How weird is it? Listen to Talking Tech and find out. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Worst password offenders of 2019
December 17, 2019 08:00 - 2 minutes - 1.93 MBThe password manager company Dashlane's run-down of the worst password offenders of the year, as run down by Jefferson Graham See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Don't let your security camera be hacked
December 16, 2019 08:00 - 1 minute - 1.6 MBTo the reports of people seeing their home security cameras get hacked, Jefferson Graham has a solution and he reveals it on Talking Tech. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
ICYMI: How to get your data back from MyLife and others
December 15, 2019 08:00 - 3 minutes - 3.07 MB"People search engines" like MyLife and BeenVerified buy our data from brokers and re-sell it back to us. How to get your data back? Jefferson Graham has some answers. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
A new Mac for $70K?
December 14, 2019 08:00 - 2 minutes - 2.67 MBLoad up on Apple's new Mac Pro computer and you could spend nearly $70K. How does that compare to other loaded Apple products? Jefferson Graham has the scoop. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Rent a car from Lyft?
December 13, 2019 08:00 - 3 minutes - 3.1 MBLyft, the ride-hailing company, has launched what it calls is a "re-imagined" take on car rental. Jefferson Graham has the scoop on Talking Tech. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
How tech changed since 2010
December 12, 2019 08:00 - 2 minutes - 2.73 MBEdward C. Baig from USA TODAY joins Jefferson Graham to discuss how tech has changed over the last 10 years, on Talking Tech. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
ICYMI: Amazon's new Blaster
December 11, 2019 08:00 - 4 minutes - 3.99 MBAmazon has a solution for those who don't have voice enabled TVs. Pair a Blaster and Echo, and you've got Alexa. Amazon's Sandeep Gupta joins Jefferson Graham to preview the new product, out 12/11. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Sit down with Spokeo CEO Harrison Tang
December 10, 2019 08:00 - 4 minutes - 4.08 MBHarrison Tang, CEO of Spokeo, the people search engines, opens the curtain to explain the benefits of re-selling our personal data, on Talking Tech. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
How to remove your data from sites like MyLife.com
December 09, 2019 08:00 - 3 minutes - 3.07 MBSites like MyLife, Spokeo and BeenVerified showcase our personal data online and try to sell us reports about it. How to opt-out? Jefferson Graham has some ideas. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
ICYMI: Best tech of 2019
December 08, 2019 08:00 - 4 minutes - 3.82 MBJefferson Graham's annual rundown of the best tech of 2019 opens with Disney+. Tune in to hear the rest of the list. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Listeners: Data streaming caps are unfair
December 07, 2019 08:00 - 2 minutes - 2.05 MBCutting the cord doesn't seem as cool since internet companies added data streaming caps, right? Listeners sound off. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Get used to wireless charging
December 06, 2019 13:36 - 1 minute - 1.66 MBA new report suggests that the iPhones of 2021 will have no Lightning port, and will have to be charged wirelessly. Is this cool? Jefferson Graham reports on Talking Tech. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Thinking of making your home "smart?"
December 05, 2019 08:00 - 4 minutes - 4.56 MBPhilana Patterson, the editor of the USA TODAY Money section, tells Jefferson Graham about her new home, and who she added so many smart products like doorbells and motion tracking cameras. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Save money on movies: Go BIGTV!
December 04, 2019 08:00 - 3 minutes - 3.21 MBMichele Maltais bought a huge 86 inch 4K TV on Black Friday. She tells Jefferson Graham why, on Talking Tech. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Tip: disable autoplay to save $$$!
December 03, 2019 08:00 - 2 minutes - 1.89 MBWith more streaming services comes a new worry--data caps from your internet provider. Jefferson Graham bhas a solution: disable autoplay now. He explains on Talking Tech. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Best tech of 2019: Disney+ and....
December 02, 2019 08:00 - 4 minutes - 3.82 MBJefferson Graham's annual rundown of the best tech of 2019 opens with Disney+. Tune in to hear the rest of the list. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
ICYMI: 2019 Tech Turkeys
December 01, 2019 08:00 - 4 minutes - 3.89 MBJefferson Graham awards the Tech Turkeys of 2019 to....tune in and find out! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
ICYMI: Wacky Japan tech products
November 30, 2019 08:00 - 3 minutes - 3.09 MBAs he does every year, Jefferson Graham returns from Japan with an assortment of wacky tech products he discovered that aren't for sale here. Tune in to hear all about it. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
And the Tech Turkeys of 2019 are...
November 29, 2019 08:00 - 4 minutes - 3.89 MBJefferson Graham awards the Tech Turkeys of 2019 to....tune in and find out! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Happy Thanksgiving: shopping edition
November 28, 2019 08:00 - 2 minutes - 2.58 MBJefferson Graham has all the times and some key deals to fill you in on before you start shopping. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Cut the cord and still get news
November 27, 2019 17:12 - 3 minutes - 3.28 MBJefferson Graham reports on how to cut the cord and still get news, without paying a fortune. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Black Friday: streaming player tips
November 27, 2019 08:00 - 1 minute - 1.75 MBEdward C. Baig from USA TODAY joins Jefferson Graham to explain why, if you want to watch Disney+ or Apple TV+ during the holidays, you'll probably need a streaming stick. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Black Friday: TV buying tips
November 26, 2019 08:00 - 3 minutes - 3.14 MBJefferson Graham is joined by Edward C. Baig of USA TODAY to discuss tips on shopping for TVs on Black Friday. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Hey Google? Or Alexa? Shopper's Guide
November 25, 2019 08:00 - 3 minutes - 3.49 MBThinking of buying your first connected speaker for the holidays? Jefferson Graham walks you through the big decision--Amazon Echo or Google Home, on Talking Tech. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
ICYMI: Cover your cellphone camera now!
November 24, 2019 08:00 - 1 minute - 1.41 MBThe actress-comedian Tanjareen has a fun take on how to deal with all those online snoops, as she tells Jefferson Graham on Talking Tech. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Black Friday with privacy in mind
November 23, 2019 08:00 - 2 minutes - 2.56 MBBefore you start shopping for Black Friday gadgets, think about how they deal with your privacy. Jefferson Graham reports on Mozilla's privacy first Black Friday guide. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Preview: Tesla's new electric truck
November 22, 2019 05:47 - 2 minutes - 1.92 MBElectric car company Tesla introduced an electric truck in Los Angeles during the L.A. Auto Show and USA TODAY's Chris Woodyard calls into Talking Tech to tell Jefferson Graham all about it. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Those wacky only in Japan tech products
November 21, 2019 08:00 - 3 minutes - 3.09 MBAs he does every year, Jefferson Graham returns from Japan with an assortment of wacky tech products he discovered that aren't for sale here. Tune in to hear all about it. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Blaster will bring Alexa to your TV
November 20, 2019 08:00 - 4 minutes - 3.99 MBAmazon has a solution for those who don't have voice enabled TVs. Pair a Blaster and Echo, and you've got Alexa. Amazon's Sandeep Gupta joins Jefferson Graham to preview. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Google's new personalized audio playlists
November 19, 2019 18:00 - 2 minutes - 1.89 MBGoogle has a new personalized audio playlist feature. Jefferson Graham reports on Talking Tech. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Tech Turkey 2019 candidates?
November 19, 2019 08:00 - 3 minutes - 2.91 MBJefferson Graham is compiling his list of the Tech Turkeys of 2019 and needs your help. Who would you select for Top Tech Turkey? Vote @jeffersongraham on Twitter See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Tanjareen vs. online snoops
November 18, 2019 08:00 - 1 minute - 1.41 MBThe actress-comedian Tanjareen has a fun take on how to deal with all those online snoops, as she tells Jefferson Graham on Talking Tech. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
'Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order,' a video game force awakens
November 17, 2019 05:00 - 7 minutes - 6.5 MB"Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order" (out now for $59.99, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC, for ages 13-up) goes back to five years after the events of "Revenge of the Sith." As detailed in that film, Supreme Chancellor Palpatine (who was actually Darth Sidious and would become Emperor Palpatine) issued Order 66, a death sentence for all Jedi. USA TODAY Tech Reporter Mike Snider explains the plot and characters and more about how the game plays. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/pri...
Video game 'Death Stranding' review: does it live up to the hype?
November 16, 2019 05:00 - 7 minutes - 7.01 MB"Death Stranding" is the much-anticipated video game from famed game designer Hideo Kojima ("Metal Gear Solid") out now for Sony's PlayStation 4. USA TODAY Tech reporters Brett Molina and Mike Snider discuss what gamers will dig about the post-apocalyptic game. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
500 movies, 7,500 TV episodes on Disney+, what to know before subscribing
November 15, 2019 05:00 - 3 minutes - 3.5 MBUSA TODAY Tech Reporter Mike Snider shares what you should know about Disney+. Similar to Netflix and Amazon's video streaming services, Disney+ has categories such as "Recommended For You," "Hit Movies," "Trending," "Continue Watching," "Originals," and – here's where Disney will shine – "Out of the Vault." "The Lion King," "Aladdin," "Beauty and the Beast," "The Little Mermaid," "The Jungle Book," "Cinderella," "Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs." The list goes on. It's a whole new ...
Flying cars? Uber, Boeing and others say they're almost ready
November 14, 2019 05:00 - 2 minutes - 2.1 MBThe auto industry, aviation giants and an ever-evolving list of startups are increasingly entering the race toward producing consumer-ready flying cars and air taxis. USA TODAY reporter Dalvin Brown reports on the latest and on the several hurdles that have yet to be overcome before commuters start whizzing through the air. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Holiday shopping: AR Christmas trees, other tech features to close the sale
November 13, 2019 08:00 - 2 minutes - 2.18 MBGet a text, find a deal? Scan a page, buy a toy? Those are just two of the ways shoppers will be able to use technology to find gifts, purchase a tree, or pick out a party outfit this holiday season. Charisse Jones shares the options for the tech-savvy to secure deals at major retailers. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Can AI combat loneliness?
November 12, 2019 08:00 - 4 minutes - 4.12 MBWe’ve heard for years about the potential of companion robots to keep older people, but really anybody, company. Reporter Ed Baig shares what that may look like in the world of voice assistants. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Kid review of the Kid's Kindle
November 11, 2019 08:00 - 3 minutes - 3.38 MBUSA TODAY's Michelle Maltais, filling in for Jefferson Graham, looks to an expert opinion on the new Kid's edition of the Kindle e-reader, her son Chris. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.