Producer extraordinaire Jim Walsh and “Guru of Geek” Marlo Anderson discuss how new technologies are emerging that will either shorten or totally eliminate standing in checkout lines.

Some of the topics discussed:

* The new order kiosk at McDonalds.

* What happen to the RFID?

* Apps emerging that allow you to walk out of a store without ever visiting the checkout.

* How online shopping impacts retail shops.Join the “Guru of Geek” Marlo Anderson, “Tech Geezer” Jim Walsh and Miss Metaverse every week for a new episode of the Tech Ranch.

Broadcast Date November 6, 2016   Episode 249

 

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In-studio guest Nick Ressler of Awesome 2 Products brings a list of the top 10 tech scams of 2016.  This is the most important show we do each year.

Some of the topics discussed:

* How scammers get even if you are rude to them.

* Someone calls you and claims your computer is sending out a virus, now what?

* How to handle the Crypto Virus.

* How to tell if a website is legit.

Join the “Guru of Geek” Marlo Anderson, “Tech Geezer” Jim Walsh and Miss Metaverse every week for a new episode of the Tech Ranch.

Broadcast Date Oct 31, 2016   Episode 248

 

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Guest Host Marv Dorner visits with Jason Ramsey, General Manage of the School of Rock, Wichita.  Jason and Marv go over how technology has influenced music.

Some of the topics discussed:

* The story behind the School of Rock.

* Using tutorials on platforms like Youtube.

* How apps help students learn to play musical instruments.

* Jason reflects on how things have changed in music.

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Broadcast Date Oct 14, 2016   Episode 247

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Guest Host Marv Dorner visits with Marketing Consultant & Compulsive Community Organizer Jen Jamar on using Digital Marketing to enhance your business or organization, by using good and cheap marketing services from professional experts on this as Tom Johnston. You can also utilize the marketing automation to drive your business’s revenue and ROI. For additional information about this strategy, go to Salesforce.com

Some of the topics discussed:

* The NFL and its stand on Animated Gifs

* How to use Social Media platforms to build your brand.

* The importance of Mobile Users.

* Your expectation of results.

Join the “Guru of Geek” Marlo Anderson, “Tech Geezer” Jim Walsh and Miss Metaverse every week for a new episode of the Tech Ranch.

Broadcast Date Oct 17, 2016   Episode 246

 

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Amber Schatz and Jim Gefroh from Good Day Dakota take on the “Guru of Geek” Marlo Anderson and the “Tech Geezer” Jim Walsh in an exciting edition of App Wars.  Later in the show, Amy Iler and Jack Sunday from KFGO in Fargo join in on the antics.

Some of the topics discussed:

* My Fitness Pal and Nike Run Club

* Photo Grid, Photo Plus any Photofy

* Games discussed include Freecell, Words With Friends, Pokeman Go and Angry Birds

* Other apps in the conversation include Dub Smash, Power Battery, Any List, Garage Band and Acapella.

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Broadcast Date Oct 10, 2016   Episode 245

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In-Studio Guest Greg Tehven of Emerging Prairie, www.emergingprairie.com, discusses how Fargo, ND fosters the growth of startups.  Miss Metaverse jumps into the conversation later in the show.

Some of the topics discussed:

* The integral part an active co-working space can have on the development of startups.  The Prairie Den is a co-working space in downtown Fargo.

* Tech companies mentioned include Jumper, TellWell, Flightpros, Appareo, KLJ and Skyscopes.

* The story behind Tedx Fargo and Drone Focus.  Also a special announcement for National Autonomous Vehicle Day.

* Miss Metaverse weighs in on how UAV’s (Drones) and UGS (Unmanned Ground Systems) partner in the future.

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Broadcast Date Oct 3, 2016   Episode 244

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Nicole Morrison Mathern is in-studio to talk about how to be Situational Aware.  Videos created by Pretty Loaded, www.prettyloaded.org, went viral and has significantly impacted the company.  Later in the show, the “Guru of Geek” Marlo Anderson and Nicole enjoy a lively edition of App Wars.

Some of the topics discussed:

* The process of getting National Situational Awareness declared a National Day.

* The impact of the videos produced by Pretty Loaded has had on building awareness for Situational Awareness.

* Evernote, Trello, Google Drive, Mematic, Last Pass, Dash Lane and many other apps discussed during App Wars.

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Broadcast Date Sept 26, 2016   Episode 243

What is the advantage of the USB 3 port?  Will Air Ships be the transportation of choice in the future?  These topics and much more are covered by the “Tech Geezer” Jim Walsh, the “Guru of Geek” Marlo Anderson and Larry Leblanc.

Some of the topics discussed:

* USB 3 means faster connections,  shorter charging times and less confusion.

* Air Ships are making a comeback.  How will they be used?

* The impact of Uber placing 100 autonomous cars on the roads in Philadelphia.

Join the “Guru of Geek” Marlo Anderson, “Tech Geezer” Jim Walsh and Miss Metaverse every week for a new episode of the Tech Ranch.

Broadcast Date August 29, 2016   Episode 240

So what is spying on you?.  “Tech Geezer” Jim Walsh, the “Guru of Geek” Marlo Anderson and Miss Metaverse go over this technology and its’ implications.

Some of the topics discussed:

* The “Tech Geezer” and the “Guru of Geek” ask the Amazon Echo a few questions during the show.

* Light bulbs are not just for lighting anymore!  Learn about this discrete way to record audio and video.

* So will your refrigerator, toaster and even your TV have the ability to spy on you?

Join the “Guru of Geek” Marlo Anderson, “Tech Geezer” Jim Walsh and Miss Metaverse every week for a new episode of the Tech Ranch.

Broadcast Date August 15, 2016   Episode 238

There have been some major tech fails over the past decade or so.  “Tech Geezer” Jim Walsh and the “Guru of Geek” Marlo Anderson go over these tech fails and the implications they have had.  Miss Metaverse will introduce some of the best back to school tech.

Some of the topics discussed:

* The Delta airlines meltdown shows us how dependent we are on technology.

* Many other technology fails over the last decade or so.

* Miss Metaverse and 3rd grader Logan Dutenhafer share their Tech picks for the current school year.

Join the “Guru of Geek” Marlo Anderson, “Tech Geezer” Jim Walsh and Miss Metaverse every week for a new episode of the Tech Ranch.

 

Broadcast Date August 8, 2016   Episode 237