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  • S7 · E41
    Yesterday · 1 min

    Halloween Goes High-Tech: Animatronics, Lights & Digital Frights! | Tech Wednesday

    From lifelike animatronics and dazzling digital light shows to immersive sound effects, technology is transforming the way we celebrate Halloween. What once required a theme park's budget and technical expertise is increasingly finding its way into our neighborhoods and homes! This week on Tech Wednesday, Bill Sikkens explores the technology behind today's Halloween attractions and how homeowners are creating increasingly sophisticated spooky experiences. We'll also look ahead to this Saturday's special Halloween edition of User Friendly 2.0, where we'll dive deeper into the technology powering modern Halloween displays, along with some exciting new family-friendly online activities for 2026. Whether you're a Halloween enthusiast, a technology hobbyist, or simply curious about how those incredible neighborhood displays work, there's something here for everyone. 👻 Happy Halloween from User Friendly Productions! 🌐 Tech Wednesday: https://techwed.show 🎙️ User Friendly 2.0: https://userfriendly.show 📻 Listen to User Friendly 2.0 Saturdays on The Answer, or find us on your favorite podcast platform. You can also catch Tech Wednesday through your smart speaker's Flash Briefing! Published: October 28, 2026

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  • S7 · E40
    October 21 · 1 min

    The World of Kylia: A New Twist on Card Gaming | Tech Wednesday

    Technology and pop culture aren't always about computers, smartphones, and video games. Sometimes, the most interesting innovations happen away from the screen! This week on Tech Wednesday, Bill Sikkens introduces The World of Kylia, a tabletop card game discovered at Rose City Comic Con. After meeting the developers and getting a chance to play, Bill explores what makes this independent card game different. From its impressive artwork and affordable approach to collecting cards to the ability to print your own cards, The World of Kylia offers an interesting alternative to traditional collectible card games. Discover how independent creators are bringing fresh ideas to tabletop gaming and why sometimes the best entertainment doesn't require a screen. Join us for Tech Wednesday, part of User Friendly Productions, where technology, gaming, and pop culture come together! Website: https://techwed.show Listen to User Friendly 2.0 Saturdays on The Answer. Published: October 21, 2026

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  • S7 · E39
    October 14 · 1 min

    PlayStation 5 Controversy: Do You Really Own Your Games?

    What happens when the video games you purchase aren't really yours to keep? Sony's PlayStation ecosystem is raising questions about digital ownership, physical game discs, and the future of gaming. If you purchase a game digitally, can you resell it, share it, or even guarantee you'll have access to it years from now? In this week's Tech Wednesday, User Friendly 2.0 host Bill Sikkens previews the growing debate surrounding PlayStation 5, digital licensing, and consumer ownership rights. 🎮 Hear the full discussion this weekend on User Friendly 2.0! Visit userfriendly.show for more information about the show. Tech Wednesday is your weekly 60-second preview of the technology stories we're exploring on User Friendly 2.0.

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  • S7 · E38
    October 7 · 1 min

    Hacking Devices

    Popular Hacking Devices

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  • S7 · E37
    September 30 · 1 min

    Cybersecurity Awareness Month

    The Travelers Institute joins us to talk about the latest on Cybersecurity.

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  • S7 · E36
    September 23 · 1 min

    The Hover

    We talk the latest updates on the Gravity Jetsuit

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  • S7 · E35
    September 16 · 1 min

    Holiday Lighting 2026

    We look at this years technology for you holiday lights.

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  • S7 · E34
    September 9 · 1 min

    Cosplay Technology

    Technology is making costumes look and act... real.

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  • S7 · E33
    September 2 · 1 min

    Audio in 2026

    What's new in the audio world for 2026? What's becoming collectible?

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  • S7 · E32
    August 26 · 1 min

    Capacitor Plague

    How do you maintain your vintage electronics?

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  • S7 · E31
    August 19 · 1 min

    Failed Games

    We talk about failed video game consoles.

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  • S7 · E29
    August 3 · 1 min

    Barcodes

    The UPC Barcode is changing.

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  • S7 · E28
    July 29 · 1 min

    Ukrainian Tech

    What is Sci-Fi is now real tech! Join us this week to see what is new with the technology being used on the Ukrainian battlefield.

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  • S7 · E27
    July 22 · 1 min

    AI vs AI vs $$$

    The good guys use AI's. The bad guys use AI's. And it's costing you money.

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  • S7 · E26
    July 15 · 1 min

    2026 Q&A

    We answer your questions!

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  • S7 · E25
    July 8 · 1 min

    Ford Motor Company

    Ford Motor Company joins us this week.

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  • S7 · E22
    June 17 · 1 min

    Search and Power

    How are online search engines evolving? What resources are they using?

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