Tech of Sports

Rick Limpert | Modern Life Network
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Tech of Sports

From the shoes we wear on our feet to the high definition televisions in our living room, wearable devices, the sports universe is a breeding ground for technology. Writer and Photographer Rick Limpert will examine this each week on The Tech of Sports – With guests which include athletes, inventors and journalists that cover the intersection of sports and technology.

  1. 6 DAYS AGO

    Kendrick Perkins, NBA Analyst for Speediance

    Speediance, the leader in smart home gym technology, will be unveiling two AI-powered fitness machines at CES – and, to add to the excitement, former pro basketball player and ESPN sports analyst, Kendrick Perkins, was making a special guest appearance at the booth! Here’s Rick for a member of the Boston Celtics NBA Championship team, Kendrick Perkins. Speediance showcased the brand new Velonix Smart Exercise Bike for the first time – which features integrated smart technology that enables real-time tracking of metrics such as speed, power, and cadence. It will also have the just-released update of their best-selling AI home smart gym, the Gym Monster 2. Both user-friendly, space-efficient home workout machines powered by AI.

    4 min

  2. JAN 7

    Hazel Grace, Actress, Production Company Owner, InMelanin

    Going outside sports and beyond this week, Rick is joined by actress and InMelanin production company owner, Hazel Grace. INMELANIN PRODUCTIONS, LLC was founded by CEO, Hazel Grace, to provide a platform for Coloured women in the adult entertainment industry. Our mission is to create a safe space for women to express their sexuality without fear and to showcase the beauty of brown stars and actresses. Through our films, we strive to empower Coloured women and to challenge the way they have traditionally been portrayed in the adult entertainment industry. We are passionate about creating content that is sexually liberating, fun, and meaningful. Hazel is trying to make a difference. She also enjoys hiking and kayaking in her spare time, so this actually does relate to sports. Great to have Hazel on this week.

    8 min

  3. 12/30/2024

    Bob Moog is the Founder of University Games on Board and Party Games

    Rick is joined by a great guest this week. The one and only Bob Moog, founder of University Games. Bob talks about the latest toy and game trends and play some games/giveaways on the air! Bob Moog is one of the most recognizable people in the toy and game industry. He is the founder of University Games, the largest independent game and puzzle company in the U.S. Their newest sensation is the game, Am I The Ass?, a spinoff from the company’s best selling Smart Ass game. University Games is also the original creator of the Murder Mystery Party Games. Other top products form the company include, Hanayama Puzzles, Marvel, Disney, and Peanuts 3D Crystal Puzzles, plus children’s games featuring Dog Man, Pete the Cat, Eric Carle, and Richard Scarry characters. The company’s Pub Trivia is one of the top adult games in the country. University Games markets products under Forbidden Games, Briarpatch, Front Porch Classics, The Learning Journey, Great Explorations and BePuzzled brands in the US, UK, Canada, Australia and throughout the world. University Games is also set to celebrate their 40th anniversary in 2025.

    7 min

  4. 12/26/2024

    Brittnie Truax, SCUBA Tector Pro

    Metal detectors of all things this week! Rick is joined by Brittnie from Scuba Tector, to talk about the new Scuba Tector Pro. Direct from the show floor at DEMA in Las Vegas. New from Quest Metal Detectors… the Scuba Tector Pro. Great to bring to the beach or anywhere. Scuba detector and beach detector ▪ 60 m waterproof ▪ Pulse inductions-Technology (95kHz) ▪ Suitable for salt water and fresh water ▪ Audio and/or vibration mode, LED ▪ Adjustable sensitivity ▪ 10” x 3.5” coil with adjustable hinge (180°) ▪ Shaft adapter for beach search inclusive ▪ interchangable coil ▪ Loss alert and battery life indicator ▪ Automatic or manual ground balance ▪ Dimensions: 430x90x60 mm (unfolded 250x90x60 mm (folded) ▪ Weight: 400 g ▪ Land mode and dive mode Longer shaft for beach search Begin your detecting journey with Quest. From entry-level models to professional equipment, we offer detectors for every skill level and budget. Our full range combines user-friendly design with advanced technology, ensuring every detectorist finds their perfect match. Join the Quest community today.

    3 min

  5. 12/16/2024

    Dan Hampton, Football Great, Multiple Hall of Fames

    Rick is joined by football legend, Dan Hampton this week, who just got inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame. Hampton, a Jacksonville High School product, earned All-America honors in 1978 when he logged 98 tackles, including 17 tackles for loss, and was named the Southwest Conference defensive player of the year. The No. 4 pick of the 1979 NFL Draft by the Chicago Bears, Hampton went on to earn four Pro Bowl selections and was a member of the NFL 1980’s All-Decade team. Hampton, part of the dominating Bears defense that won the Super Bowl for the 1985 season, was a 1991 inductee into the University of Arkansas Sports Hall of Honor and a 1992 inductee into the Arkansas Sports Hall of Fame. He was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2002. Hampton was also selected as the No. 2 player on the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette’s all-time list of the top 10 Razorbacks in the NFL in 2020, behind only Lance Alworth.

    3 min

  6. 12/11/2024

    Lorena Figueroa, My Ultimate Bag

    The Future of Secure Packaging 🔒 Rick is joined by Lorena Figueroa, the founder of My Ultimate Bag. 100% odor-scent proof, UV-resistant, and airtight. Protects against theft, tampering, leaks, and damage. This is the only bag you need for ultimate security. Get yours now! Keep whatever you carry with your safe and dry. Lots of uses in sports and taking to sports event. Listen to Lorena talk about My Ultimate Bag.

    4 min

  7. 12/05/2024

    Wild Bill Saving Lives on the Slopes as Part of the National Ski Patrol

    Rick catches up with one of his favorite characters this week… Wild Bill from the National Ski Patrol. The National Ski Patrol not keeps skiers safe on the slopes of North America, but also are first responders when something goes wrong. Mission To ensure the safety and well-being of individuals engaged in skiing, snowboarding or biking activities, through education, rescue services, and community support. Vision To be the preeminent provider of outdoor safety and rescue education, empowering individuals with the knowledge and skills to ensure their safety and the safety of others in all outdoor environments. Core Values Excellence Service Camaraderie Leadership Integrity Responsiveness Rick talks about all of that and more with Wild Bill, who volunteers for the National Ski Patrol in Nevada and Utah. National Ski Patrol’s Role The National Ski Patrol (NSP), founded in 1938, has followed its creed of “Service and Safety” since the establishment of skiing as a popular sport in the United States. As snow sports and guest services at resort areas have evolved, so has NSP — from a service organization to a professional education and membership association. Other snow sports, such as snowboarding, tubing, and snow-skating, introduced new equipment and new terrain, which in turn required developing and teaching new safety and emergency care training methods. Increased access to the backcountry beyond ski area boundaries has also meant new training regimens for NSP members. NSP’s most recent endeavor has welcomed bike patrollers as members, in response to the increasing development of summer and year-round outdoor recreation operations. Today, the organization is composed of more than 30,000 members serving over 650 patrols. These individuals include patrollers who are paid, and patrollers who volunteer their time. While most of NSP members are in the U. S., the organization also has members in Canada, Europe and Asia.

    6 min

  8. 11/25/2024

    Alfred Minnaar, Award Winning Underwater Photographer at DEMA

    Alfred MInnaar, is an award winning artist born and raised in South Africa, now living in Indonesia. His specialty… underwater photography and underwater caves. Great to catch up with him at the DEMA show in Las Vegas. My philosophy in brand photography is connecting the brand to real people to tell real stories. I do this by connecting brands to extraordinary stories with unique individuals. I believe storytelling is everything in today’s world of marketing, and I aim to capture that in a single image. I did not start my photography career working with brands. My first job in the industry was working with tourists in Bali, Indonesia. I would follow people out on their dives capturing the experience. From there it was and still is a climb becoming a professional photographer. I find that a lot of people want a career in this industry overnight but the reality is it takes a lot of time like any other profession. I would take photos during the day and at night I would study and watch online tutorials, post productions, and really anything I could find related to photography. They were very long, and sometimes frustrating days, but I was dedicated to pursuing and perfecting my craft. I was lucky in the sense that over that time I saw a lot of growth on my social media platforms. I was discovered by a big dive magazine in the UK on Instagram and they decided to publish a series of portraits I did on divers that helped jump start my career. The world of diving is a small one and brands saw my talent and it helped to give me credit in the industry. From there I would visit dive EXPO’s in Singapore and Europe where I was consistently networking and pitching ideas to various brands for opportunities. It was in a show in Germany that landed my first big project. The idea was to document a bunch of divers who lived on lake Baikal, Siberia. Lake Baikal is the coldest lake in the world where the temperature can drop to -13°F on the coldest days. The dive club, DC Svall, has not missed a dive on a Saturday in 20 years. The difficulty of this project was highlighted when the editor of Dive Mag UK told me a previous photographer did not give them the desired results. As I stated before, my passion is to connect real people and real stories directly to the brand. I collaborated with a luxury watch brand, a dive brand, and Dive Mag UK to make the project happen on an extremely tight budget. I really needed a project that would prove that I can back my concept and ideas with results and it paid off in the end. In 2020 I won the International photography award in the advertising and branding category. I beat campaigns like American Airlines, which had a way larger budget than myself. I believe it was mainly to do with how I highlighted the unique story of the divers at DC Svall. I do not believe that my journey in photography could’ve been sped up. Looking back to what I know now I could’ve streamlined certain things like my efficiency with editing photos, but I had to put in the time to network, perfect my craft, and build trust with people. At the end of every year for the last 7 years I would say I am better than the year before and that’s just about putting in a ton of time, honing in on my photography and post production skills, which is extremely important if you want to work with brands. When pursuing a career in photography there are just no shortcuts and it is definitely a lifestyle choice, and with the right focus and perseverance, it is very rewarding.

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From the shoes we wear on our feet to the high definition televisions in our living room, wearable devices, the sports universe is a breeding ground for technology. Writer and Photographer Rick Limpert will examine this each week on The Tech of Sports – With guests which include athletes, inventors and journalists that cover the intersection of sports and technology.

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    Rick Limpert | Modern Life Network
  • Years Active
    2012 - 2025
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