Technology Time Machine

Technology Time Machine

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  • The History of Valentine’s Day | A Romantic Special!
    Welcome to MICRO BREAK Season 2! On this episode of MICRO BREAK (Episode 31), we learn the true origin of arguably the most romantic holyday in America; Valentine's Day. We discover St. Valentine, Cupid, and cover some of the most popular, and most idiotic gifts exchanged on this commercialized day. So dim the light, pour a glass of wine, and get cozy with me. I promise, I'll be gentle.
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    https://www.history.com/topics/valentines-day/history-of-valentines-day-2
    16 min
  • What’s so Weird about Al? | From Architect to Superstar
    Welcome to MICRO BREAK Season 2! On this episode of MICRO BREAK (Episode 30), we talk about one of my childhood and adult idols, Weird Al Yankovic. Born October 23, 1959, Weird Al is an American musician, record producer, actor, and author who is known for humorous songs that make light of pop culture and often parody specific songs by contemporary musical acts. He also performs original songs that are style pastiches of the work of other acts, as well as polka medleys of several popular songs, most of which feature his trademark accordion.
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    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/%22Weird_Al%22_Yankovic
    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/%22Weird_Al%22_Yankovic_discography Weird Al Yankovic Audience Q&A -
    Dick Clark's Nitetime Show 1985
    The Beer'd Al Podcast: https://beerdal.podbean.com/
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    15 min
  • The Birth of MTV - Episode 3

    Welcome to MICRO BREAK Season 2! On this episode of MICRO BREAK (Episode 3), we go back to the '80s – a time when computers and pop culture collided. Music in the 1980s was all about image and with the advent and popularity of MTV, the images that accompanied artists became more important than ever. When it came to music during the decade, nothing was understated, not the sound, not the fashion, not even the charity. The 1980s reflected the beginning of a period of great income disparity and a focus on affluence was reflected in the music. There were also several new genres that popped up including, Hip Hop, New Wave and Hair Metal, all of which have influenced music today. This is an episode that should not be passed up!

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    http://www.thepeoplehistory.com/80smusic.html

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    15 min
  • You Can’t Change THE World...But You Can Change YOUR World!
    Welcome to MICRO BREAK Season 2! On this episode of MICRO BREAK (Episode 28), I talk about change. You can't change THE world...but you can change YOUR world! I read a few quotes from famous people on the subject, and talk a little bit about politics. Yep, I said it, politics. A topic I tend to discuss very little of. Do you think you can change the world? How about starting with yourself?
    I'm Michael J Maione, born and raised in New Jersey, and the host of MICRO BREAK. A podcast for humans with the attention span of a goldfish.
    Where I share my thoughts, wisdom, and humor on a wide range of topics including, the 80s, 90s, social media, technology, current affairs and whatever else I think my listeners might benefit from. Every episode is under 15 minutes!
    All delivered unscripted and loosely edited each and every week. Please Subscribe to start your journey with me!
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    107 Quotes About Change to Help You Get Through Anything Change the World" is a song written by Tommy Sims, Gordon Kennedy, and Wayne Kirkpatrick, the best-known version of which was recorded by the English singer Eric Clapton for the soundtrack of the 1996 film Phenomenon. The track was produced by the R&B record producer Kenneth "Babyface" Edmonds.
    History of the World, Part I is a 1981 American sketch comedy film written, produced, and directed by Mel Brooks.
    13 min
  • Talking About a Resolution | The History of the New Year’s Resolution
    Welcome to MICRO BREAK Season 2! On this episode of MICRO BREAK (Episode 27), I talk about New Year's resolutions. The origin and history of how resolutions got their start in the first place. I discuss some of the top-made resolutions and talk about my own 2021 resolutions. What's your resolutions for 2021? Are you even making any? Do you stick to the ones you make in the first place? This and more on this episode of MICRO BREAK.
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    https://www.history.com/news/the-history-of-new-years-resolutions
    https://www.trafalgar.com/real-word/history-new-years-resolutions/
    14 min
  • What Are You Good At? | Sir Tim Invented The Internet!
    Welcome to MICRO BREAK Season 2! On this episode of MICRO BREAK (Episode 26), I ask my listeners some important questions. What are you good at? What is it you're passionate about? What makes you happy, and brings joy to others? I also talk about three of the most influential people that ever lived and how their passions continue to shape our world and the future!
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    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tim_Berners-Lee
    14 min
  • 2020 Season Finale | Nothing But Blue Skies
    On this episode of MICRO BREAK (Episode 25), I recap 2020 and what it meant for me personally. This is the grand finale episode of Season 1, 2020. I also recap the positives things that came from 2020 and put my listeners on a path to "Blue Skies" for 2021. So grab a pen or pencil, and a notepad, because you're going to need it. This episode has homework! Have a Happy New Year and I will catch ya' in 2021! Season 2 pilot will post the weekend of January 10.
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     Irving Kaufman - Blue Skies (1927) BLUE SKIES Words and music by Irving Berlin Performed by Irving Kaufman with unidentified piano and guitar accompaniment Recorded January 6, 1927 https://youtu.be/V7cPcEa4e8I
    15 min
  • 2020 Christmas Special | Micro Music Concert
    On this episode of MICRO BREAK (Episode 24), I sing Christmas classics for you, my loyal listeners. This is a surprise Christmas Eve special for 2020! I hope it puts you in the mood to celebrate Christmas this year, and years to come!
    This episode is fun for all ages! So let your Children join in and sing along with me, your host, Michael J Maione. Have a very Merry Christmas!
    "A Holly Jolly Christmas" (also called "Have a Holly Jolly Christmas") is a Christmas song written by Johnny Marks and most famously performed by Burl Ives. The song has since become one of the Top 25 most-performed "holiday" songs written by ASCAP members, for the first five years of the 21st century. "Blue Christmas" is a Christmas song written by Billy Hayes and Jay W. Johnson and most famously performed by Elvis Presley; it was first recorded by Doye O'Dell in 1948. It is a tale of unrequited love during the holidays and is a longstanding staple of Christmas music, especially in the country genre. "Jingle Bells" is one of the best-known and commonly sung American songs in the world. It was written by James Lord Pierpont (1822–1893) and published under the title "The One Horse Open Sleigh" in the autumn of 1857. It has been claimed that it was originally written to be sung by a Sunday school choir, or as a drinking song. "You're a Mean One, Mr. Grinch" is a Christmas song that was originally written and composed for the 1966 cartoon special Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas! "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas" is a song written in 1943 by Hugh Martin and Ralph Blane and introduced by Judy Garland in the 1944 MGM musical Meet Me in St. Louis.
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    15 min
  • 2020 Year In Review - Part 2 of 2 - Episode 2

    On this episode of MICRO BREAK (Episode 2), I recap 2020's top headlines. What a year it's been. From the Asian giant hornets, to Eddie Van Halen's death; 2020 has had its share of some of the worst crises in history! This is part 2 of my 2-part series, I recap 2020's top stories tossing in my own commentary and point of view. This is the 2020 year in review episodes.

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    The New York Post https://nypost.com/list/major-2020-events/ 2020
    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2020

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    10 min
  • 2020 Year In Review - Part 1 of 2 - Episode 1

    On this episode of MICRO BREAK (Episode 1), I recap 2020's top headlines. What a year it's been. From the Australian Bush Fires, to the COVID-19 Pandemic; 2020 has had its share of some of the worst crises in history! Over the next three episodes, I recap 2020's top stories tossing in my own commentary and point of view. This is the 2020 year in review episodes. This is part 1 of 2.

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    The New York Post https://nypost.com/list/major-2020-events/ 2020
    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2020

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    13 min

About Technology Time Machine

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SHOW RETIRED NOV 2023. In each episode, Michael strives to make learning about technology both fun and informative, whilst staying focused on the topic at hand. In his quest to explore the history of…