In-studio guest Dave Blair with KLJ shares his insight on autonomous vehicles.  Miss Metaverse Katie Aquino, Producer Extraordinaire Jim Walsh and the “Guru of Geek” Marlo Anderson also banter on the subject.

Some of the topics discussed are:

* Advances made in autonomous public transportation.

* Statistics on how people perceive autonomous transportation.

* Cyber Security and Self-Driving Vehicles.

* How insurance will change as more autonomous vehicles take to the world.

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Broadcast Date April 25, 2016   Episode 226

In-studio guest Beth Schatz Kaylor with Rhubarb and Venison and Agency Mabu shares her insight on creating a world class blog.  Miss Metaverse Katie Aquino, Producer Extraordinaire Jim Walsh and the “Guru of Geek” Marlo Anderson also banter on the subject.

Some of the topics discussed are:

* Th relationship between social media and blogging.

* How consistent content delivers consistent results.

* How blogging builds your authority.

* Recent trip to the Space Symposium.

 

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Broadcast Date April 18, 2016   Episode 225

A discussion on the latest in gadgets and gizmos with producer extraordinaire Jim Walsh and the “Guru of Geek” Marlo Anderson.  Larry LeBlanc is in-studio.

Larry Leblanc talks about his Android getting the dreaded FBI virus.  This is a great story and a great lesson.

Some of the Apps, Gadgets and Gizmos discussed include:

* Roku – A Video Streaming Device for your TV

* Netflix – A video streaming service

* AirBnB – Not a gadget but an app to book a room

* Amazon Echo – Personal Assistant

* Deeper – Deeper fish finder is the first of its kind portable, wireless sonar, compatible with 7000+ iOS and Android devices, specially designed to find the location of fish, depth, water temperature, bottom contour and much more.

* Sunport Solar Grill

* SunnyBag

* PipSquek

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Broadcast Date April 4, 2016   Episode 223

 

 

Guest host Marv Dorner with BeBizzy Consulting and producer extraordinaire Jim Walsh discuss the different online video broadcasting platforms now available.

Co-founder and CEO of PodJamTV Productions LLC, digital, video and audio content producer and strategist. Marty McPadden brings his expertise to the show.

Some of the topics discussed are:

* Twitter signs deal to broadcast NFL Thursday Night on its platform.

* Getting started in Online Video Broadcasting

* What equipment do you need?

* What Video Platform should you use?

* How do you choice content?

 

 

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Broadcast Date April 11, 2016   Episode 224

 

A discussion on the latest in gadgets and gizmos with producer extraordinaire Jim Walsh, Miss Metaverse Katie Aquino and the “Guru of Geek” Marlo Anderson

 

Some of the gadgets discussed include:

* Oombrella – An umbrella that reminds you to take it with you.

* Urban Transportation – HoverBoards, Drones and more.

* Baby Seats – Technology is helping keep our children safer.

* Beddi – Smart AlarmClock with Uber Integration from Witti.

* Amazon Echo– Voice activated personal assistant

* Olo – Smart Phone 3D Printer

* ZUtA – Pocket-sized paper printer for full sized pages.

* Robotic Vacuums – Brands discussed include Roomba and Neato

* Sweep – A low cost LIDAR for robotics

* BlueTooth and WiFi Lighting

* Snap – A light bulb with a built-in security camera.

 

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Broadcast Date March 28, 2016   Episode 222

Social Media icon Marv Dorner guest hosts the Tech Ranch.  Marv and producer extraordinaire Jim Walsh welcome blogging influencer Robyn Wright to the show to discuss the ins and outs of blogging.

Follow Marv Dorner on twitter @BeBizzy and online at www.bebizzy.com

Follow Robyn Wright on twitter @RobynsWorld and

online at www.Robyns.world

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Broadcast Date March 21, 2016   Episode 221

Producer Extraordinaire Jim Walsh and the “Guru Of Geek” Marlo Anderson have a lively discussion on 360-degree cameras, devices that can steal credit card information and the confusion over online sales tax charges.  Miss Metaverse Katie Aquino joins the discussion on what devices are listening to you in your home.

* 360-degree cameras are starting to emerge.  What are the practical purposes for these cameras?.

* Be careful around gas stations, ATM’s etc for devices that can scan your credit card.

* Miss Metaverse Katie Aquino discusses what devices are listening to you in your home.  Are you comfortable with your TV spying on you?  This is a discussion you won’t want to miss.

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Broadcast Date March 21, 2016   Episode 220

 

Founder of Wild Inspire, Scott Wild, and the “Guru of Geek” Marlo Anderson discuss cyber security.  They are joined later in the show by associate professor Dr. Karel Sovak of the Gary Tharaldson School of Business at the University of Mary south of Bismarck, ND.  This episode of The Tech Ranch is broadcast on location at the University of Mary.

* Cyber security is front and center on this episode.  A continuing discussion on the Apple versus FBI case.

* Are you comfortable with your TV listening to you?  We weigh in on the latest in internet connected television and the capabilities it has to monitor you in your home..

* Dr. Karel Sovak talks about his recent visit to the cyber security summit in Israel.

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Broadcast Date March 7, 2016   Episode 218

Jim Walsh, co-founder of Power-Perspective Brian Reinbold and the “Guru of Geek” Marlo Anderson try to out do each other in App Wars.  Hear about our favorite apps including:

* Syncing, getting directions and much more using Google Calendar.  Using the app Accomplish (to do list) in tandem with Google calendar.

* Comparing weather apps WeatherEye, the Weather Channel and MoreCast.  The group also wonders about if the Farmer’s Almanac has an app.

* What is the best podcast app?  Discussion includes Tune In, Podcast Addict, Blubrry and more.  The group moves to activating your FM Radio in your phone.

* Camera Apps talked about include the default app, Camera360, and apps including editing photos and more.

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Broadcast Date February 29, 2016   Episode 217

 

Will Apple win the fight against the FBI to allow it’s privacy standards to stay in tact?

The San Bernardino terrorist Syed Rizwan Farookt iPhone 5c is in the center of what could be a landmark case.  Apple takes privacy seriously and wants to protect those who wish to keep their data secure from others.  The FBI wants access in cases of terror to this information.  Jim Walsh, Miss Metaverse Katie Aquinao and the “Guru of Geek” discus this important topic.  Also on the show:

* Some great apps you can use on your smart device to save you money

* Does the ability to save money and time justify the extra cost of having a smart device.

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Broadcast Date February 22, 2016   Episode 216