Computer America

Both Segments: Marty Winston, News Tip Bulliten, The 40 Year House.

"When we switched to LED bulbs we saw our electric bill drop and knew we could go more than 20 years without replacing them. Then we learned that LED fixtures last twice as long as bulbs, so we began wondering what else we could do to cut energy costs and avoid maintenance chores for a very long time. That led us to redefine the way the market was treating home automation products into the concept of an autonomous house - one that can adjust itself to the needs of its occupants as well as the needs of the structure, without requiring human intervention.

So we committed to a scary-big editorial project: designing and building a house that comes as close as we can get to fulfilling these goals. But perhaps we should begin with a mutual understanding of how we interpret those goals." - Marty Winston

First Segment: Consumer Affairs. Dr. Jami Barnett.

ConsumerAffairs is a consumer news and advocacy organization founded in 1998 by James R. Hood, a veteran Washington, D.C. journalist and public affairs executive. Our website includes consumer news, recall information and tens of thousands of pages of consumer reviews.

Second Segment: Computer and Technology News.

Ben finds the latest in new gadgets, late breaking business news, new technology, and current events as it relates to a technical point of view. Such as:

https://www.engadget.com/2016/10/31/ipad-regains-tablet-market-share/

https://www.engadget.com/2016/10/31/toyota-has-eyes-on-zipcar-style-vehicle-leasing-services/

https://medium.com/charged-tech/apple-just-told-the-world-it-has-no-idea-who-the-mac-is-for-722a2438389b#.lvajjqvlw

And more!

Both Segments: Nathan Evans, Managing Editor of Popzara Magazine!

Nate joins Ben every last Friday of the month to talk all things tech and pop culture. Today we cover a variety of current events, including business, new products, and more!

Both Segments: Gary Kay, Founder and Chief Content Officer of Tech50+!

Tech50+ brings together one of the most experienced teams of journalists on the planet, each of whom has spent at least a generation following hi-tech and understands the needs and perspectives of the 50+ audience. We want Tech50+ to be the website you turn to for products, issues, and help.

Both Segments: GizWiz.Biz, Dick DeBartolo!

For the entire show, Dick joins us to talk all things gadgets and more that he finds at conventions or online, always fun and funny, listen in on Mad Magazines Maddest Writer!

First Segment: Artix Entertainment (AdventureQuest 3D). Adam Bohn, Founder & CEO.

AdventureQuest is a fully Flash-animated RPG that you can play when you are on your lunchbreak, when the big game servers go down, or even for hours every day! You fight against hordes of monsters and enemies so that you can grow stronger and obtain ancient weapons of unimaginable power. You need nothing more than your web browser and the latest Adobe Flash plugin to play.

Second Segment: Markforged RD Printing. Jonathon Reilly, VP of Product.

Markforged started with a vision:  Empower engineers to create strong-as-metal, finished parts using the right materials for the job - and remove the multiple barriers between design and a final product.  We are overturning not only the 3D printing industry but also many traditional manufacturing methods giving our customers unprecedented cost, time and efficiency savings.

Markforged launched the first and only affordable 3D desktop printer that embeds continuous fiber into printed carbon and nylon for an end-use composite part with the strength of metal.

First Segment: Immidia, Mark Molema, License Coordinator.

Immidia’s user-friendly multi-platform delivers access to the world’s finest luxury services and high-end travel experiences to satisfy the decadence of upscale palates on a global level. Yachts, private jets, sensational cars and finest homes are now available 24/7 worldwide. IMMIDIA guarantees instant and unrivaled customer gratification, distinctive and personalized service with every booking.

Second Segment: Computer and Technology News!

Ben goes over the latest news stories of the day, concerning new technology, legal issues, business mergers, and policy. As well as an emphasis on the sciences. Tune in to hear fresh news!

Both Segments: Computer and Technology News.

Ben goes over the latest news stories of the day, including:

The DDOS currently gripping the east coast.

Apple Sues Cable Manufactuerers for False Advertising.

Japans New Hydrogen Busses Can Be Used As Generators.

And much more!

Computer America

Guest This Hour is Marcel Gagne!

Marcel Gagné is the author of several books including “Moving to Linux: Kiss the Blue Screen of Death Goodbye!”, now in its 2nd edition!  Other books include “Moving to Ubuntu Linux.” And his newest title is “Moving to Free Software.”  He was also a Linux Journal monthly columnist.  His column is titled, “Cooking with Linux.”  Please welcome author and columnist, and now Computer America Linux Correspondent… Marcel Gagné to the show.

Both Segments: Computer America Corrospondent Dariush Derakhshani, CGI and Graphics Expert.

Dariush Derakhshani is a VFX and CG supervisor in Los Angeles, Ca. and an award-winning CG generalist-lighter. He is the author of several Maya books, including the best-selling series Introducing Maya--now going into its 10th edition and translated into more than a dozen languages--and has been an educational resource around the world for eight years. Dariush has been an animator and supervisor on commercials and feature films for close to 15 years at such places as Pixomondo, Digital Domain, Zoic Studios, Radium|ReelFX, Café FX, Rhythm and Hues, Sight Effects, and the hit show South Park.