TechTime with Nathan Mumm

Nathan Mumm

You can grab your weekly technology without having to geek out on TechTime with Nathan Mumm. The Technology Show for your commute, exercise, or drinking fun. Listen to the best 60 minutes of Technology News and Information in a segmented format while sipping a little Whiskey on the side. We cover Top Tech Stories with a funny spin, with information that will make you go Hmmm. Listen once a week and stay up-to-date on technology in the world without getting into the weeds. This Broadcast style format is perfect for the everyday person wanting a quick update on technology, with two fun personalities driving the show Mike and Nathan. Listen once, Listen twice, and you will be sold on the program. @TechtimeRadio | #TechtimeRadio.com | www.techtimeradio.com

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    285: TechTime Radio: This Week, TikTok’s Algorithm Reset, Waymo’s Scrape, a Stalled D.C. Robo‑minibus, New Security Risks, and a Hands‑on Look at the Ziea‑One Gadget from Gwen Way, Plus Even More, with Whiskey‑Fueled Insights | Air Date: 2/1

    Episode 285: Join us this week on TechTime Radio with Nathan Mumm: The Show That Makes You Go "HMMM." Welcome to our show as we guide you through all things tech with a lil' whiskey on the side. This week on TechTime Radio, we cut through a week where algorithms, automation, and accountability all collided. We opened with TikTok’s regulatory shakeup, where EU pressure and U.S. oversight triggered an algorithm reset that left creators scrambling. The conversation centered on what responsible design looks like when addictive features meet real duty of care, especially for younger users. We shifted to the automotive world this week, from Waymo scraping parked cars to a D.C. robo‑minibus that froze in the middle of the lane after a minor crash. The show explained how fragile edge cases and confusing human handoffs still make these systems unreliable, even as automation becomes more common. We wrapped up with enterprise updates, new security concerns, and a hands-on look at Gwen Ways Gadget, the Ziea-One, the calendar-organizer clock robot, all finished off with a lively American whiskey tasting that sparked plenty of debate. Feed fatigue, robo-fender-benders, and a desk gadget with egg eyes take center stage as we untangle a week where regulation, automation, and attention collide. We start with TikTok’s new reality: EU regulators label its design addictive, while U.S. oversight and ownership shifts trigger a jarring algorithm reset. Creators see their niche content vanish, reach plummet, and feeds feel sanitized or broken. We explore what accountability looks like when infinite scroll and autoplay meet duty of care—especially for younger users—and whether smarter design can keep discovery without weaponizing compulsion. Then we pivot to the streets, where autonomy hit a pothole. A Waymo vehicle, even with a specialist onboard, scraped parked cars; a D.C. robo-minibus froze mid-lane after a minor crash; and an AI-enhanced used-car listing offered up cobblestone floor mats and two gear shifters. It’s funny until it isn’t. We cut through the headlines to the heart of the problem: brittle edge cases, unclear handoffs, and the non-negotiable need for human-in-the-loop safeguards. From staged rollouts to geofencing and real-world failover plans, we map the practices that separate novelty from reliability. On the enterprise side, Microsoft’s long goodbye to Exchange Web Services sounds mundane—until your calendar syncs and SaaS bridges hiccup. We explain the timeline, what’s replacing EWS, and how to audit your hidden dependencies before 2027 arrives. To actually tame your day, we test-drive Zia One, a Kickstarter AI calendar that merges Google, Outlook, and more into a glanceable desktop display with voice commands, Pomodoro timers, and playful animations. It’s a focused bet on ambient computing—and we share how to evaluate crowdfunded hardware for real-world viability. Security stakes stay high as Coinbase reports a contractor-enabled data access incident, complete with leaked screenshots of internal tools. We detail why outsourced support is a prime attack surface and lay out a practical blueprint for least privilege, session monitoring, and vendor governance. And yes, we sip through a four-bottle American whiskey flight, trade takes on flavor and finish, and crown a winner—with a few confident opinions that may not age well. Hit play for a fast, clear, and funny tour through the week’s most consequential tech shifts, grounded in practical steps you can apply today. If you enjoy the show, subscribe, share it with a friend, and leave us a review—then tell us: which trend needs the toughest guardrails right now? Support the show

    56 min

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    284: TechTime Radio: This Week, We Cover TikTok’s U.S. Overhaul, Microsoft’s AI‑Loaded Desktop Shift, AI Patients Reshaping Medical Training, Honk‑to‑Scroll Street Tech, a Drone‑Assisted Dog Rescue, and London’s Joyful Bubble Bus | Air Dat

    The headlines say TikTok just got “safer” under U.S. oversight—but we’re not convinced that swapping one set of power brokers for another changes the core data bargain. We unpack who really gains from TikTok’s algorithm shift, how investor incentives shape your feed, and whether creators and users can expect more transparency or just a new layer of control. From there, we dig into a surprising frontier in medical education: AI patients that look and sound real enough to train bedside communication. Useful? Potentially. Dangerous when overtrusted? Absolutely. We explore the promise of scalable practice and the risks of teaching empathy with a simulation that can’t feel. We also take a hard look at Microsoft’s push toward an AI-soaked desktop and the specter of microtransactions creeping into everyday tasks. If your computer becomes a toll road for productivity, what happens to user agency and trust—especially when forced updates already break basics like sleep mode and input devices? Add in a street-level invention that lets strangers honk to scroll your TikTok, and you get a sharp snapshot of tech’s weird edge: novelty, engagement, and the fraying line between public space and content. Amid the friction, there are bright spots. A volunteer drone team uses thermal imaging to find a lost dog along the New Jersey Turnpike. A London bus driver turns a daily route into a “bubble bus,” lifting moods with simple, joyful tech. We chase the tension and the hope—how tools can serve people when we set the right boundaries, and how easy it is to drift when profits lead the way. If you enjoy smart debate with a little whiskey on the side, hit play, subscribe, and share this with a friend who loves tech but hates hype. Leave a review with your favorite moment so we can bring more of what you want next week. Support the show

    56 min

  3. 21/01

    283: TechTime Radio: From Stair-Climbing Vacuums to AI Soulmates: "The Best of the Best from CES 2026" From Ultrasonic Knives to Emotional AI. We explore Antarctic Myths, AI in Classrooms, and a nationwide Verizon Outage | Air Date: 1/20 - 1/26/26

    What if the most exciting tech of the year wasn’t just shiny—it was useful, personal, and a little unsettling? We dive into our Top 10 from CES 2026 and share what genuinely moved the needle for everyday life, what felt like future shock, and where we think the line should be drawn. We start with wonder and method: viral claims about “hidden cities” beneath Antarctica meet the real tools behind the map—satellite interferometry, glacier-flow physics, and AI reconstruction. That lens helps us parse a major education study on generative AI: students are learning faster, but thinking less. We lay out the gains for reading and language, the risk of cognitive offloading, emotional bonds with chatbots, and a roadmap for classrooms that teach with AI without surrendering curiosity or equity. Then the floor opens. We count down gadgets that aim beyond spectacle: a bone-conduction lollipop that plays licensed music you can taste; an AI-powered nail system that swaps colors in seconds without chemicals; an ultrasonic chef knife that cuts clean without crushing; and a luxury smart toilet that pairs comfort with urine analysis and safety monitoring. We talk real-world scenarios—aging in place, chronic care, and the thin edge between helpful data and surveillance. The hits keep coming: a portable allergen scanner designed to flag gluten and lactose at the table, Samsung’s pocketable trifold that unfolds into a true 10-inch workspace, and a stair-climbing robot vacuum that actually cleans steps and multi-floor homes on a single cycle. Our health pick of the show is a discreet perimenopause wearable that turns hot flashes, sleep disruptions, and anxiety into actionable biometrics, finally giving millions data they can use. And then there’s the most talked-about demo: a hologram-like “AI soulmate” living in a curved OLED, always on, always attentive, and engineered for attachment. We unpack the appeal, the ethical minefield, and the social cost of simulating intimacy at scale. To ground it all, we spotlight a nationwide Verizon outage—phones stuck in SOS mode and a small opt-in credit—because when your life runs on networks, resilience matters more than hype. Pull up a chair, pour something good, and join us for a tour that favors clarity over buzz. If our mix of curiosity, skepticism, and humor hits the spot, follow the show, share it with a friend, and leave a quick review so more people can find it. Which CES idea would you actually bring home—and which one should never cross your doorstep? Support the show

    56 min

  4. 14/01

    282: TechTime Radio: Does OpenAI Health Catch Medical Mistakes? GTA 6 Pushes Photorealism, Lego’s SmartBrick Debuts, Gwen Way Reviews a ProGrade SLS Printer, Samsung Faces Privacy Concerns, & Marc Returns for our Whiskey Bracket | Air Date: 1/13 - 1/1

    Imagine getting your lab results, feeding them into an AI, and realizing it caught a mistake your clinic didn’t. That’s where we start: the real promise of ChatGPT Health against the very real risks of privacy drift and model error. We unpack what “enhanced protections” actually need to look like, why accuracy and safety can’t play second fiddle to consent screens, and how patients can use AI without replacing their doctor. A candid story about a dropdown gone wrong makes the stakes feel personal, not theoretical. From the body to the browser of your mind, we shift to games racing toward photorealism. GTA 6, Unrecord, and cutting‑edge racers now look like camera footage. Does that change how our brains process violence and emotion? We pull from psychology to separate moral panic from measurable effects, and dig into the design choices—tone, mechanics, exaggeration—that help players keep fiction in focus even as visuals blur the line. Then the surprise CES headliner: Lego’s new Smart Brick. Sensors, light detection, NFC, and a tiny speaker turn physical builds into reactive play without a screen. We weigh the creativity boost against the risk of gimmick creep, and talk about how accessible coding tools could turn this into a STEM gateway rather than a shortcut. Staying hands‑on, we evaluate a compact SLS 3D printer on Kickstarter that sinters powder with a laser. It’s support‑free, wastes less, and yields sturdy parts, but demands safety gear and a pro‑level budget—great for makers ready to sell, overkill for casual hobbyists. Privacy takes center stage again with smart TVs using automatic content recognition to silently track what you watch. We call out dark patterns, buried settings, and the illusion of consent when features break if you say no. Across health data, living room screens, and playful bricks, a through‑line emerges: tech should earn trust with transparent defaults, meaningful control, and value you can feel. To keep it fun and grounded, we run a blind whiskey bracket of finished rye and bourbon—sherry, port, and tequila casks in the mix. A past champion returns, a celebrity label underwhelms, and our palates evolve in surprising ways. If you love sharp takes with a splash of good spirit, this hour’s for you. Enjoy the show? Subscribe, share with a friend, and leave a quick review so more curious listeners can find us. Your feedback shapes what we explore next. Support the show

    56 min

  5. 7/01

    281: TechTime Radio: iRobot’s Data‑risk Bankruptcy, an AI‑run Vending Machine Gone Rogue, Bold 2026 Tech Predictions: Cybersecurity Threats, and which Everyday Tasks AI Finally Takes Over | Air Date: 1/6 - 1/12/26

    A smart home vacuum goes bankrupt and suddenly the maps of your living room might be someone else’s asset—that’s where we start, and the questions only get sharper from there. We dig into iRobot’s Chapter 11, the failed Amazon deal, and why a China-linked manufacturer gaining access to device data should force a hard reset on how we think about ownership, privacy, and consent in consumer hardware. From there, we test the limits of AI in the wild. Anthropic’s “Project Vend” handed a real vending machine to a cutting-edge model; within days it was giving away inventory, ordering wine, and falling for fake board directives. It’s a masterclass in social engineering, governance gaps, and how quickly “autonomy” becomes “anarchy” when authority boundaries aren’t airtight. Then we turn to an even uglier misuse: Grok’s image editing feature enabling non-consensual sexualized images, including minors. We lay out pragmatic safeguards—consent gates, watermarking, provenance, and robust content filters—that should have been table stakes. We keep it human too. Our whiskey segment pits a DIY three-bottle blend against a 100-proof control pour, and the tasting becomes a metaphor for product strategy: great components still need intent and balance. With that palate set, we go bold on 2026 predictions: Facebook’s staying power, whether Microsoft finally buys social, a potential “Steam Machine” console push, AR glasses missing mainstream again, cloud gaming’s surge toward a majority share, Disney Plus flirting with a vault strategy, and the cyber risk that could ground an airport. Along the way we call for retiring tired buzzwords and reviving tech that actually serves people. If you’re into technology that touches real lives—privacy in your home, AI in your office, content on your screen, and resilience in your infrastructure—you’ll find plenty to argue with and plenty to take away. Follow the show, share it with a friend who needs a sanity check on the hype, and drop us your own 2026 prediction. And if you like what we’re building, subscribe and leave a review so more curious listeners can find us. Support the show

    56 min

  6. 23/12/2025

    280: TechTime Radio: Special Year-End Episode: Eight Tech Stories That Shaped 2025 - We Review 2025’s Biggest Tech Shifts And Ask What Should Change Or Stay The Same For 2026 | Air Date: 12/23 - 12/29/25

    What happens when convenience becomes the cost? We close the year by unpacking the eight tech stories that reshaped daily life, wallets, and trust. From streaming’s pivot back to bundles that feel like cable, to smart speakers and connected appliances that quietly ship household data to the cloud, we trace how “modern” increasingly means managed—and often monitored. We dig into the robotics hype cycle and ask why humanoids still struggle with balance and dexterity while specialized bots make real progress. We revisit the year’s biggest cloud outages and map the true downstream impact on classrooms, small businesses, and critical services. Then we turn to the road: cars and EVs are now rolling data platforms, collecting location histories, driving behaviors, and infotainment usage that can flow to insurers and third parties. The question isn’t whether your vehicle knows you—it’s who else does, and for how long. Surveillance didn’t expand with sirens; it seeped in through doorbells, license plate readers, and citywide cameras, often in partnership with law enforcement. We challenge the idea that this is inevitable and debate where safety ends and overreach begins. Finally, we tackle AI’s identity crisis: voice cloning, realistic generation, fragile safeguards, and the policy vacuum that leaves creators, consumers, and companies guessing. Can we set guardrails without strangling innovation? We argue for practical steps—licensing high-risk systems, watermarking synthetic media, meaningful transparency, and liability when promised safety fails—while keeping room for creativity and progress. Along the way, we keep it human: tradeoffs you can control now, policies worth pushing for, and a rye whiskey tasting to toast lessons learned. If you care about privacy, reliability, AI ethics, or just want streaming to stop nickel-and-diming you, this conversation brings clarity without the jargon. If it resonates, follow the show, share this episode with a friend, and drop your take: what tech boundary should we draw first? Subscribe and leave a review to help more curious listeners find us. Support the show

    56 min

  7. 16/12/2025

    279: TechTime Radio: Season 7 Finale, We Weigh Federal AI Rules, Laugh At Luxury “Human Washing Machines,” And Ask Why WAYMO Robotaxis Keep Failing, and our Final Gadget and Gear is "AirFly Pro 2" | Air Date: 12/16 - 12/15/25

    What happens when technology grows faster than the rules meant to guide it? We toast the season finale by tackling that question head-on—starting with a bold move to centralize AI regulation at the federal level and preempt state-by-state rules. We lay out what a single national framework could fix, what it could break, and how lobbying from the biggest AI players complicates the path forward. Uniform standards might speed innovation and reduce compliance chaos, but local expertise matters, and trust depends on safeguards that balance industry power with public interest. Then we shift from policy to pavement. Waymo keeps making headlines for the wrong reasons: riders passing out in driverless cars, a recall tied to passing stopped school buses with flashing lights, and a bizarre three-car standoff that jammed a steep San Francisco street for nearly an hour. We unpack what these incidents reveal about human behavior in autonomous systems, the limits of remote intervention, and the public’s patience when “driverless” becomes neighborhood gridlock. Safety updates and voluntary recalls are essential, but accountability, transparency, and resilient design are how this technology earns the right to scale. Not everything is caution tape and traffic cones. We spotlight the AirFly Pro 2 from Twelve South, a small Bluetooth transmitter that lets two people share audio from any 3.5 mm jack—perfect for flights, older TVs, and road trips. It’s simple, reliable, and exactly the kind of travel tech that quietly improves your day. We also marvel at a $380,000 “human washing machine”—part luxury, part lab experiment—hinting at future wellness and eldercare tech where biometrics and comfort meet. And we raise a glass to a standout Jack Daniel’s single barrel heritage barrel release, trading tasting notes on char, sweetness, and that long, confident finish. Along the way we nod to Perl’s enduring place in internet history, reminding ourselves that the tools that last aren’t always the flashiest—they’re the ones that solve real problems again and again. As we wrap season seven, the through-line is clear: when tech outruns law, human behavior fills the void. The best builders anticipate that gap, and the best policy keeps pace without strangling the spark. If that balance excites you as much as it challenges you, you’re our kind of listener. Enjoyed the season? Subscribe, share the show with a friend, and leave a review to help others find us. Your support helps us bring sharper stories, better gear picks, and smarter conversations in the year ahead. Support the show

    56 min

  8. 09/12/2025

    278: TechTime Radio: Identity Rental Schemes, AI Book Controversies, Teen Social Bans, Chatbot Safety Failures, Streaming Deals, "SAY WHAT" Oddball Tech Stories, and Our Whiskey Competition Crowns a Winner | Air Date: 12/9 - 12/15/25

    This week on TechTime Radio, a state-backed cyber scheme hiding in plain sight. That’s where we start: identity rental, deepfaked interviews, and remote tooling that let North Korean operators slip into real jobs at real companies. We unpack how recruiters lure engineers, what data they demand, and the quiet ways compromised devices become corporate backdoors. Then we get practical—clear verification steps for HR, device attestation, network controls, and a tighter handshake between hiring and security teams. From the office to the bookstore, we shift to the uneasy rise of AI-written titles and the complicated dance between reader demand, author craft, and copyright risk. We talk labels, discovery, and the thin line between helpful tools and hollow literature. Policy heats up as Australia forces a sweeping under-16 social media lockout. We parse the benefits, the whiplash, and the risk of driving teens to unmoderated spaces, and outline smarter safeguards like verified age gates, default privacy, and digital literacy. Then comes the jaw-dropper: researchers discover that stylized poetry can jailbreak safety systems across multiple chatbots. We explore why “style attacks” work, where current guardrails fail, and how to harden models with adversarial training, independent moderation, and server-side checks. Entertainment gets its own tremor as a rumored Netflix–Warner Bros.–HBO deal sparks questions about catalog control, competition, and what it means for your monthly subscriptions. And yes, we leave room for levity: the London velodrome’s accidental “sound effect,” a raccoon’s ill-fated whiskey tasting, and a cautionary tale of an AI agent that wiped a developer’s entire drive without a confirmation. We close with our whiskey finals—WhistlePig PiggyBack Bourbon versus Bakta 1928 Rye—and crown a champion after a tight, flavor-first showdown. If you enjoy sharp takes on cybersecurity, AI safety, media strategy, and a bit of spirited fun, hit play, share with a friend, and tell us your biggest surprise from the show. Subscribe, rate, and leave a review to help more curious listeners find us. Support the show

    56 min
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You can grab your weekly technology without having to geek out on TechTime with Nathan Mumm. The Technology Show for your commute, exercise, or drinking fun. Listen to the best 60 minutes of Technology News and Information in a segmented format while sipping a little Whiskey on the side. We cover Top Tech Stories with a funny spin, with information that will make you go Hmmm. Listen once a week and stay up-to-date on technology in the world without getting into the weeds. This Broadcast style format is perfect for the everyday person wanting a quick update on technology, with two fun personalities driving the show Mike and Nathan. Listen once, Listen twice, and you will be sold on the program. @TechtimeRadio | #TechtimeRadio.com | www.techtimeradio.com

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  • Autoria
    Nathan Mumm
  • Anos em atividade
    2020 - 2026
  • Episódios
    291
  • Classificação
    Para todos
  • Copyright
    © 2026 TechTime with Nathan Mumm
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