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 Today I'll be discussing some new DVR functionality available when you combine 2 popular products, and I'll also cover the battle over telephone poles taking place right now between a few massive companies.

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The Internet of Things is the idea that will shape our future world. Everything from lights, to doors, to even diapers are networked on the Internet. Dennis and Joel will discuss how the Internet of Things affects us today and what is to come in the future. We'll also get into how Dennis embarrassed his daughter in front of a friend with a simple a smart bulb.

Todays show will cover  Smart Homes, Smart Cities, Driverless Cars, and more. We discover that the Google driverless car actually gets in more accidents than human drivers. Find out why that is a misleading statistic and why we want one anyway. 

Show Links are Below:

What is the Internet of Things

Stats on Googles Driverless Car

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This is an Update Edition of the Grounded Reason Podcast. When news happens in regard to topics addressed on the Grounded Reason Podcast, Dennis will provide a bonus episode to keep subscribers informed. This episode is recorded the day it's released so it's always a timely account. Please subscribe to the podcast!

 

Today I'll discuss Cable TV subscriber losses, changes to CBS All Access and some big Netflix announcements.

Today Dennis and Joel discuss the Kodi Media Center. They cover what Kodi is, what it does, and how you can use Kodi to cut the cord. This episode covers all the nuances of Kodi and how it is vastly different from a streaming service, and isn't itself a streaming device.

Kodi is at it's core is media center software that can aggregate all your content through one interface. Dennis and Joel also go fairly deep into the subject of piracy and how it is hurting Kodi's image. Concerns are also discussed on how you could be pirating movies and TV and not even know it.

An official install of Kodi is 100% legal. It’s essentially an extremely robust media player. Kodi, by itself, comes with no video content. That is up to the user to supply. That is also where the legal grey area begins.

Here is the link on Grounded Reason Dennis mentions in the episode: What is Kodi and is it Legal?

To explore Kodi yourself, check out this fantastic quick start guide on Kodi's website.

If interested, you can check out this other guide on Kodi's website on how to use Kodi in a DIY DVR setup.

As promised: The Vox Article on the Neural Network that Watched Blade Runner

I also want to say that the bit at the end is completely an homage to our favorite podcast.

 

 

This is an Update Edition of the Grounded Reason Podcast. When news happens in regard to topics addressed on the Grounded Reason Podcast, Dennis will provide a bonus episode to keep subscribers informed. This episode is recorded the day it's released so it's always a timely account.

Today I'll cover news on New Streaming Channels released this week for various services. Links mentioned on today's episode are:

 

Sling TV

 

PlayStation Vue

Podcasts should be of interest to cord cutters. Instead of video on demand, it's audio on demand. Why pay for satellite radio or listen to a ton of commercials on terrestrial radio when there is all this quality free audio content out there.

Just getting into podcasts?  Joel and Dennis let you know their favorite podcasts. When we first started listening to podcasts it was hard to discover content. This episode will point you in the right direction. Here are a few we love in no particular order.

Serial - A feat of investigative journalism of a mysterious true crime.

Nerdist Podcast -  Nerds, Chris Hardwick and friends, hang out and interview celebrities. 

NoSleep Podcast - An anthology horror podcast born out of the NoSleep subreddit.   Black Tapes - If you've listen to Serial, imagine if it was paranormal.    We’re Alive - The dead walk in this post-apocalypse zombie-esque audio drama. It's my  personal favorite.   Pseudopod - Horror fiction anthology podcast. This one has been going a long time.   Invisibilia - This one is about the invisible forces that control human behavior – ideas, beliefs, assumptions and emotions. It's one of the best podcasts around.   TED Radio Hour - A podcast based on the Ted Talks we all know and love.   How Did this Get Made - Three actor/comedians riff on movies that are so bad you wonder  . . .    Freakonomics - A podcast about using economic theory to find the truth when it comes to the human condition.

This is an Update Edition of the Grounded Reason Podcast. When news happens in regard to topics addressed on the Grounded Reason Podcast, Dennis will provide a bonus episode to keep subscribers informed. This episode is recorded the day it's released so it's always a timely account.

Today I'll covers the Internet Access Monopoly's recent ploy to force you to pay for your own privacy on the Web.

Links mentioned on today's episode are

ISP Think Tank: Charging For Broadband Privacy Helps The Poor!

File an FCC Complaint

 

 

In this episode, Joel and I discuss how to watch the 2016 NFL season without a cable or satellite TV subscription.   For all the information and details discussed in this episode refer to the article How to Watch the NFL without Cable. It also goes into details on how to get around the blackout with NFL Game Pass using a smart DNS. I user Overplay SmartDNS to do this, which is covered in the article.   This episode explains how to watch the NFL this season using streaming technologies and over the air broadcast TV. The previous podcast episodes on Streaming Cable TV and TV Antennas are highly relevant, so you may want to give them a listen.   I want to thank everyone out there for listening.    If you are enjoying the show in iTunes  could you please hit the “Subscribe” button.  The number of new subscriptions is one of the metrics iTunes uses to rank shows.    Ranking higher will introduce the podcast to a wider audience and would really help the show.   Todays show is sponsored by Mohu antennas. As you will hear in todays show an antenna is an easy way to catch your local NFL team’s games. I use a Mohu Sky antenna to watch the Ravens here in Baltimore. If you are interested in purchasing a Mohu antenna, please visit their website at http://gomohu.com/grounded and any purchase you make supports the podcast.  Use Promo Code “Grounded” for 20% off.

This episode Dennis and Joel discuss two streaming services that deliver popular channels like ESPN, AMC, HGTV, FX, and more without requiring a traditional cable or satellite subscription. We get into what we like about them, where they lack, and what we hope the future holds for these services. We also discuss how to gauge whether on not it's worth your while to pick up one of these services or go with another alternative.

This episode also references two previous episodes, so listening to them may be helpful to you.  Those are the episodes on TV antennas, and the episode on Cord Cutting.

This episode is sponsored by Mohu Antennas. I personally use a Mohu Sky Antenna and love it. If you are looking to buy an antenna, buying a Mohu Antenna through the link http://gomohu.com/grounded. Use offer code "GROUNDED" for 20% off selected antennas on that page.

For the information discussed in this episode and more about Sling TV check out my review of Sling TV.

For information discussed on Playstation Vue, check out my review of Playstation Vue.

For a comprehensive guide on replacing cable TV check out my Ultimate Guide to Cable TV Alternatives.

For questions or comments please tweet us @GroundedReason, or leave a comment on the show notes page of this episode.

 

 

Welcome to the 2nd episode of the Grounded Reason podcast. Today, Joel and Dennis talk about TV Antennas, signal amplifiers and all the fun that comes along with them. We also discuss Joel's Dog and his recent mishap and my encounter with a hornets nest.

This episode is a continuation of the topics briefly discussed in the episode on Cord Cutting.

This Episode is sponsored by HomeAdvisor, the free and easy way for homeowners to find and connect with trusted home improvement, maintenance and repair professionals.

To find a local certified Antenna Installer call Home Advisor Toll Free at 888-960-1999.

For all the information on TV Antennas discussed in this episode, check out the Ultimate Guide to Digital TV Antennas

For information on DVRs for your TV Antenna check out this OTA DVR Guide

I use a Mohu Antenna. If you are looking to buy an antenna, buying a Mohu Antenna through the link http://gomohu.com/grounded. Use offer code "GROUNDED" for 20% off selected antennas on that page.