In this episode of TechWatch Radio, Sam Bushman and Jay Harrison dive into a wide-ranging tech reality check. They kick things off with an unexpected truth: audio is still king, even in a video-obsessed world. From there, they unpack the renewed debate over AM radios in cars, the push for digital modernity, and why consumers say they still want good old-fashioned radio on their dashboards. The guys take a balanced look at government mandates, the free market, and what actually makes sense for car manufacturers in 2025.

Then the episode shifts hard into cybersecurity, highlighting massive breaches hitting platforms like WhatsApp and Logitech. Sam and Jay explain why so many major companies are losing control of sensitive user data and why homeowners and small businesses need to rethink how they separate personal devices, work systems, and kids’ gaming PCs. They break down the scary implications of Windows 11’s new “agentic” AI features, how automated bots can unintentionally install malware, and why parents should stop letting kids play on devices tied to banking and medical accounts.

The guys also explore the future of AI collaboration, including ChatGPT’s new group-chat feature, and discuss how overlapping tool ecosystems (Microsoft Teams, ChatGPT, Alexa, etc.) are creating confusion instead of convenience. They wrap up with practical tips for protecting your identity, including the power of masked email addresses, and offer down-to-earth guidance on surviving the modern cyber landscape. It’s a packed episode full of real-world tech talk, security warnings, and solutions you can actually use!