Technically Correct Ryan Fretwell and Carlos Gomez

The first restaurant in California to be fined over the new surcharge and fee ban? Surprisingly, it’s Ryan’s new Detroit Style Pizza Parlor and Play Place.


What even is a “Marin County smart lighting surcharge”?


This week: Barkley v. Zaz, Carlos’ continuing dedication to making big mistakes, and Sonos’ courageous app update. 🔈
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MV7+ - Podcast Microphone - Shure USASF Chronicle - Restaurant surcharges will soon be illegal in CaliforniaMozzarella Ball PizzaHowto: Easily Remove a Breville Portafilter Basket - YouTubeNBA formalizing media deals with Disney, Amazon, NBCTNT Sports’ boss said they didn’t need the NBA — we’re about to find out - The AthleticCharles Barkley on TNT potentially losing NBA rights: ‘Morale sucks, plain and simple’ - The AthleticSonos says its controversial app redesign took ‘courage’ - The VergeThe Sonos Ace headphones are here, and they’re damn impressive - The VergeDaring Fireball: The M4 iPad Pros — niceDetroit-style Pizza RecipeGuy's BBQ Trash Can Nachos + Caliente MargaritasiPad Pro - Apple

Stop me if you’ve heard this one before: it’s our most powerful iPad ever, and we just can’t wait to see what you do with it.


This week: Adam Silver pulls an Equator, cookie cocktails, and 94123 it’s all about me. 🍪.
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These Girl Scout Cookie Cocktails Are Only Available Once a Year in San Francisco | KQEDReservations — Left DoorCocktail and a la carte MenusAmazon Prime has framework deal for NBA broadcast rights, per sources, putting pressure on TNT, NBC - The AthleticThe Fight for the Last NBA Rights With Bill Simmons - The RingerNBC Prepares $2.5-Billion-a-Year Bid to Pluck NBA Rights From TNT - WSJThe NBA's Media Rights Are Up for Grabs. Billions Are at Stake. - The Journal.Apple’s New iPad Pro vs. New iPad Air vs. iPad: Why Are There So Many? - WSJAmazon.com: SAMSUNG T9 Portable SSD 4TB, USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 External Solid State Drive, Seq. Read Speeds Up to 2,000MB/s for Gaming, Students and Professionals,MU-PG4T0B/AM, Black (Pack of 1) : Electronics

Do bad reviews kill good products? For the love of God please don’t test that hypothesis out on this show.


This week: the capitalist haunted house that is TurboTax, conical burrs, and proof one of your hosts is out of touch with the common philatelist. 📫.
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Elmo & Cookie MonsterCookie Monster Siri Commercial - YouTubeThis is the Humane Ai Pin - YouTubeHumane AI Pin review: the post-smartphone future isn’t here yet - The VergeThe Humane AI Pin is the solution to none of technology's problemsThe Worst Product I've Ever Reviewed... For Now - YouTubeJoanna Stern | I’ve been testing Humane’s AI Pin for the last few weeks. I thought it was going to be so cool. But LITERALLY it’s not—it gets hot. I’m… | InstagramDo Bad Reviews Kill Companies? - YouTubeWhat to expect in the NBA’s next media deal: Amazon, NBC contenders to join - The AthleticSonos announces redesigned app that puts everything on your homescreen - The VergeTesla (TSLA) earnings Q1 2024Apple announces special event for May 7: 'Let Loose' - 9to5MacBreville | the Oracle Jet — New in CoffeeDual Boiler Espresso Machine | Breville | Breville (US)Kobo announces its first color e-readers - The VergeOlympics Overhaul: NBC Has Snoop Dogg & Wild Ideas for 2024 Paris Games

Fun fact! More people decide to build a cabin off the grid after using Google Nest products than successfully get it working with the rest of their smart home.


This week: Amazon walks out on Just Walk Out, pouring one out for Logitech Harmony, and the doom loop narrative comes for EVs. 🚗
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Shaq + Epson: A Winning Team | Epson USSmart Homes start with Google NestTask Management Software Built For Pros - OmniFocus - The Omni GroupAmazon.com: Sideclick Universal Remote Attachment for 2nd Gen Apple TV 4K : ElectronicsAmazon Ditches 'Just Walk Out' Checkouts at Its Grocery StoresAmazon.com - ToiletTree Products Fogless Shower Mirror - Anti-Fog Mirror - Adjustable Shaving Mirror with a Squeegee - Rust-Proof, Impact-Resistance Bathroom Shower Mirror - TallAmazon.com: Joseph Joseph Tota 90-liter Laundry Hamper Separation Basket with lid, 2 Removable Washing Bags with Handles - Carbon Black : Home & Kitchen

Yeah, I mean it’s not too much of a stretch that automakers are selling your data and snitching on speeding to your insurer, but sending a report to Lin Manuel Miranda about how off key I sing “It’s Quiet Uptown” is a bridge too far.


This week: EV surprises, NAS surprises, with a dash of regulatory scrutiny surprises via one Merrick Garland. 🍎.
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1Password Chase Center Sponsorship1Password is The Official Password Manager of The Golden State Warriors | 1PasswordTesla Superchargers Aren’t Just for Teslas Anymore. I Put My Ford EV to the Test. - WSJTesla is working on NACS extension cable to fix Supercharging issues with different port locations | ElectrekRivian surprises with R3 and R3X electric SUVs - The VergeAutomakers Are Sharing Consumers’ Driving Behavior With Insurance Companies - The New York TimesU.S. Justice Dept. Sues Apple, Claiming iPhone Monopoly in Antitrust Case - The New York TimesU.S. versus Apple: A first reaction – Six ColorsDOJ calls Apple’s privacy justifications an ‘elastic shield’ for financial gains | TechCrunch@reckless1280 • Everyone seems to be willfully missing the point here - the argument is Apple is threatening carm... • ThreadsThe White Lotus | Official Website for the HBO Series | HBO.comPast Lives (2023) - IMDb

We know it’s been a while since Econ 201 but Jiminy Christmas are Hue bulbs the new Veblen good? What are these things made out of avocado toast? Come on.


This week: dust covered Vision Pros, NACS snaccs, and a peppering of Spring Apple news. 🥽.
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Apple now selling Belkin MagSafe iPhone mount for video calling on Apple TV 4K - 9to5MacMax Will Be Available in Bundle With Mega Sports AppDiamond Sports Files Official Re-Org Plan, Will Cut Ties With Bally'sWSJ's Joanna Stern on Apple Vision Pro one month later: I'm reaching for it far less - YouTubeVision Pro demand higher than expected; returns down to 1%Ford's Tesla Supercharger adapter is now available to order for free | ElectrekHow Ford’s F-150 Lightning, Once in Hot Demand, Lost Its Luster - The New York TimesFord cuts prices of 2023 Mustang Mach-E, adds Lightning bonusesThe Chevy Equinox EV will get 319 miles of range and start at around $35,000 - The VergeApple updates 13- and 15-inch MacBook Air with M3 chips, support for two external displays – Six ColorsApple Sports: A free iPhone app to get you the score, fast – Six ColorsFire HD 8 Kids tablet | Amazon