F5 Live: Refreshing Technology (Audio)

F5 Live: Refreshing Technology (Audio)

PLUGHITZ Live

Hosted by Scott Ertz and Avram Piltch, F5 Live: Refreshing Technology is a livecast covering the worlds of gadgets, gaming, internet, and media. Each weekly show airs live on Sunday nights at 9p eastern time at http://www.f5live.tv/joinus, allowing the audience to chat with the hosts live on the air and ask questions about the topics discussed on the show. After each episode goes off the air, the audio and video are then uploaded and are available for download through any number of services by Monday morning. The crew also travels the country to cover special...

Nuclear Revival to AI Social Networks: Tech’s Latest Frontiers - Episode 671

Nuclear Revival to AI Social Networks: Tech’s Latest Frontiers - Episode 671

DescriptionThis week, Microsoft Azure is going Three Mile Island, Nintendo is not making new Pals, SocialAI is not making new pals, and Runway is making new films.ParticipantsScott ErtzHostScott is a developer who has worked on projects of varying sizes, including all of the PLUGHITZ Corporation properties. He is also known in the gaming world for his time supporting the rhythm game community, through DDRLover and hosting tournaments throughout the Tampa Bay Area. Currently, when he is not worki

Sep 22, 2024 • 1:38:46

Breaking Down the Big Tech Battles - Episode 670

Breaking Down the Big Tech Battles - Episode 670

DescriptionThis week, Alexa is getting smarter, Concord is losing gamers, Yelp has Google in its sights, and TikTok could be liable for Blackout Challenge death.ParticipantsScott ErtzHostScott is a developer who has worked on projects of varying sizes, including all of the PLUGHITZ Corporation properties. He is also known in the gaming world for his time supporting the rhythm game community, through DDRLover and hosting tournaments throughout the Tampa Bay Area. Currently, when he is not working

Sep 1, 2024 • 1:48:27

Tech Turbulence: From Cooking Apps to Court Battles - Episode 669

Tech Turbulence: From Cooking Apps to Court Battles - Episode 669

DescriptionThis week, Anova is changing its charge, Fortnite is back on iPhone, Cox is headed to the Supreme Court, and Kim Dotcom is headed to the US.ParticipantsScott ErtzHostScott is a developer who has worked on projects of varying sizes, including all of the PLUGHITZ Corporation properties. He is also known in the gaming world for his time supporting the rhythm game community, through DDRLover and hosting tournaments throughout the Tampa Bay Area. Currently, when he is not working on softwa

Aug 18, 2024 • 1:47:14

The Complete Meltdown of Computers Around the World - Episode 668

The Complete Meltdown of Computers Around the World - Episode 668

This week, phones could unlock faster, game streaming is getting more complex, CrowdStrike took down the internet, and Netflix wants you to change plans.

Jul 21, 2024 • 1:51:12

The End of the Road for Devices and Security - Episode 667

The End of the Road for Devices and Security - Episode 667

This week, Amazon ends the Astro robot, Nintendo ends the Wii U console, hackers end your security, and Paramount+ ends its independence.

Jul 7, 2024 • 1:35:16

Streaming Sports and AI Spying - Episode 666

Streaming Sports and AI Spying - Episode 666

This week, AI is coming for your data, Adult Swim is giving back games, the EU is investigating Meta, and another streaming service is coming.

May 19, 2024 • 1:47:14

Failures and Bannings - Episode 665

Failures and Bannings - Episode 665

This week, Apple Vision Pro ships less, Garry's Mod cuts Nintendo content, the FCC revives Net Neutrality, and TikTok's time is almost up.

Apr 28, 2024 • 1:53:36

Tech Dreams: Death and Rebirth - Episode 664

Tech Dreams: Death and Rebirth - Episode 664

DescriptionThis week, Alexa Skills are in trouble, Pokémon Violet leads to jail, Broadband Labels are here, and Star Trek: Lower Decks is going.ParticipantsScott ErtzHostScott is a developer who has worked on projects of varying sizes, including all of the PLUGHITZ Corporation properties. He is also known in the gaming world for his time supporting the rhythm game community, through DDRLover and hosting tournaments throughout the Tampa Bay Area. Currently, when he is not working on software proj

Apr 14, 2024 • 1:55:17

Lawsuits and Shutdowns Abound - Episode 663

Lawsuits and Shutdowns Abound - Episode 663

This week, Apple and Epic are at it again, Adult Swim is killing off some games, TikTok's clock is ticking, and NYT says it didn't hack ChatGPT.

Mar 17, 2024 • 1:56:08

Layoffs, Lies, and Mergers - Episode 662

Layoffs, Lies, and Mergers - Episode 662

This week, Wendy's wants dynamic prices, gaming studios lay off devs, Wikipedia doesn't trust AI, and Warner Bros. doesn't want Paramount.

Mar 3, 2024 • 1:48:10

Truth and Consequence - Episode 661

Truth and Consequence - Episode 661

This week, Apple is maliciously complying, Microsoft is laying off eSports, Google is clearing the cache, and UMG is silencing TikTok.

Feb 4, 2024 • 1:47:22

The Ever-Changing Modern World - Episode 660

The Ever-Changing Modern World - Episode 660

DescriptionThis week, Android is opening up, E3 is closing down, CMG Local wants your privacy, and Mickey Mouse wants to be yours.ParticipantsScott ErtzHostScott is a developer who has worked on projects of varying sizes, including all of the PLUGHITZ Corporation properties. He is also known in the gaming world for his time supporting the rhythm game community, through DDRLover and hosting tournaments throughout the Tampa Bay Area. Currently, when he is not working on software projects or hostin

Dec 18, 2023 • 1:38:39

Failed Project and New Beginnings - Episode 659

Failed Project and New Beginnings - Episode 659

This week, Apple Card's future's in question, Netflix Games is adding Grand Theft Auto, Meta's in a privacy mess, and WB's proud of courageous cancelations.

Dec 3, 2023 • 1:46:06

Rough Beginnings and Ends - Episode 658

Rough Beginnings and Ends - Episode 658

This week, Fire OS might be dropping Android, Modern Warfare 3 is losing maps, Omegle is leaving the net, and SAG-AFTRA is getting back to work.

Nov 12, 2023 • 1:49:25

New Products and Legal Battles - Episode 657

New Products and Legal Battles - Episode 657

This week, Apple's sales drop, Blizzard's future is revealed, Sam Bankman-Fried's fate is sealed, and YouTube's Terms of Service is enforced.

Nov 5, 2023 • 1:45:46

Strikes and Lawsuits Affecting Your Life - Episode 656

Strikes and Lawsuits Affecting Your Life - Episode 656

This week, Panos Panay leaves Microsoft for Amazon, SAG-AFTRA strikes against games, Amazon is sued by the FTC, and the WGA strike is over.

Oct 1, 2023 • 1:53:58

The Results of Bad Decision-Making - Episode 655

The Results of Bad Decision-Making - Episode 655

This week, hackers disabled most of Las Vegas, Unity destroyed its value, Microsoft had an AI nightmare, and the EU fined TikTok.

Sep 19, 2023 • 2:01:07

September 10, 2023 - Episode 654

September 10, 2023 - Episode 654

This week, Microsoft is defending Copilot users, ReedPop is abandoning E3, X wants to keep its secrets, and Sony sues a TV Museum for copyright violation.

Sep 10, 2023 • 1:52:19

September 4, 2023 - Episode 653

September 4, 2023 - Episode 653

This week, Scientology fights Right to Repair, Lenovo is gaming on the Go, the FCC upholds broadband labels, and Spectrum customers are mad at Disney.

Sep 4, 2023 • 1:47:28

August 13, 2023 - Episode 652

August 13, 2023 - Episode 652

This week, Cortana is dead, Netflix is bringing games to the TV, ChatGPT is crawling the web, and Disney is raising prices... again.

Aug 13, 2023 • 2:06:03

July 16, 2023 - Episode 651

July 16, 2023 - Episode 651

This week, iOS 17 Public Beta is coming to your phone, Larry Hryb is leaving Xbox, Threads is out of the EU, and Miranda Sings into controversy.

Jul 16, 2023 • 1:37:58

July 9, 2023 - Episode 650

July 9, 2023 - Episode 650

This week, Apple's wall is coming down, Robot Cache is growing up, Threads is confusing everyone, and Reddit is protecting users. Again.

Jul 9, 2023 • 1:59:33

June 11, 2023 - Episode 649

June 11, 2023 - Episode 649

This week, Logitech G is taking over, Twitch is backing down, Instagram is planning a Thread, and Netflix is gaining new users.

Jun 11, 2023 • 2:06:54

June 4, 2023 - Episode 648

June 4, 2023 - Episode 648

This week, Gigabyte is at your back door, Street Fighter is breaking records, Amazon is paying for privacy, and Hollywood is not breaking the strike.

Jun 4, 2023 • 1:47:31

May 23, 2023 - Episode 647

May 23, 2023 - Episode 647

This week, Asus brings down the internet, Nvidia is bringing in Microsoft Game Studios, domains will cause problems, and YouTube videos are safe, for now.

May 23, 2023 • 1:32:35

May 1, 2023 - Episode 646

May 1, 2023 - Episode 646

This week, Siri's future is in trouble, Microsoft's Activision acquisition is blocked, AI regulation is coming together, and Black Mirror is coming back.

May 1, 2023 • 1:49:26

April 23, 2023 - Episode 645

April 23, 2023 - Episode 645

This week, the Metaverse is starting to unify, Netflix adds a Halo to its gaming plans, social media had to moderate hard, and Middle Earth is under attack.

Apr 23, 2023 • 1:46:38

April 17, 2023 - Episode 644

April 17, 2023 - Episode 644

This week, SwiftKey can search and chat, Xbox can use Ubisoft Plus, FTX found a lot of money, and HBO Max is losing the HBO.

Apr 17, 2023 • 1:43:58

April 2, 2023 - Episode 643

April 2, 2023 - Episode 643

This week, GM is traveling to the past, E3 is headed to the grave, the internet is becoming less safe, and Star Trek might be too available.

Apr 2, 2023 • 1:45:56

March 5, 2023 - Episode 642

March 5, 2023 - Episode 642

This week, Chinese tech is in trouble again, GeForce Now is growing, online security is becoming important, and Reddit is defending users.

Mar 5, 2023 • 1:50:26

February 5, 2023 - Episode 641

February 5, 2023 - Episode 641

This week, Apple's getting a little nervous, gamers are losing games, Bing wants to chat, and Paramount+ is getting a new name. Again.

Feb 5, 2023 • 1:37:20

January 29, 2023 - Episode 640

January 29, 2023 - Episode 640

This week, peripheral sales are on the decline, Xbox is back on the rise, Prenda Law is on the prowl, and Justin Roiland is on his way out.

Jan 29, 2023 • 2:09:41

December 19, 2022 - Episode 639

December 19, 2022 - Episode 639

This week, Meta's team is shrinking, Valve's lineup could be growing, Elon Musk might be leaving, and AI art is here.

Dec 19, 2022 • 1:53:16

December 4, 2022 - Episode 638

December 4, 2022 - Episode 638

This week, Apple's in the crosshairs, Smash is canceling its tour, LastPass is sharing your secrets, and DC is keeping its own.

Dec 4, 2022 • 1:43:01

November 20, 2022 - Episode 637

November 20, 2022 - Episode 637

This week, GeForce is getting hot, Blizzard is getting out of China, the internet is understandable, and Ticketmaster is falling apart.

Nov 20, 2022 • 1:45:12

November 13, 2022 - Episode 636

November 13, 2022 - Episode 636

This week, Amazon is losing its robotics, Stadia is returning purchases, FTX is running away with customer assets, and Netflix is getting ready to go live.

Nov 13, 2022 • 1:56:07

October 23, 2022 - Episode 635

October 23, 2022 - Episode 635

This week, smartphone sales are dropping, Silent Hills Games are coming, and Netflix charges are looming.The global smartphone market fellSilent Hill seriesStarlink Internet on jetsNetflix to charge for shared accounts

Oct 23, 2022 • 1:13:33

October 16, 2022 - Episode 634

October 16, 2022 - Episode 634

This week, Elon Musk is selling perfume, Netflix is setting up shop in NJ, and Apple is reportedly withholding benefits from union workers.Surface Studio 2Surface Laptop 5Surface Pro XThe Final Fantasy series shuts downAmazon's prototype internet satellitesNetflix with ads

Oct 17, 2022 • 1:23:03

October 9, 2022 - Episode 633

October 9, 2022 - Episode 633

This week, Elon does an about-face, Tim Cook Facetimes with the Pope, and Kim Kardashian is faced with a fine. We're teaming up with GNC Week in Review to bring you the latest tech news of the week.CES could attract 100,000 peopleAmazon Prime Early AccessRandy Orton wins a caseRansomware AttackYouTube is some users to purchase Premium to watch 4K

Oct 12, 2022 • 1:04:42

September 18, 2022 - Episode 632

September 18, 2022 - Episode 632

This week, EVGA is removing Nvidia, Nintendo is adding more 64, Uber is giving up security, and Amazon survived the NFL.

Sep 18, 2022 • 1:12:59

August 28, 2022 - Episode 631

August 28, 2022 - Episode 631

This week, T-Mobile is headed to SpaceX, Sony is headed for higher prices, DuckDuckGo is protecting your email, and DC might be ready to take on Marvel.

Aug 28, 2022 • 1:42:21

August 21, 2022 - Episode 630

August 21, 2022 - Episode 630

This week, TikTok's tracking your keyboard, Sega's giving you all new games, Google Search is limiting clickbait, and Cineworld is filing bankruptcy.

Aug 21, 2022 • 1:35:26

August 14, 2022 - Episode 629

August 14, 2022 - Episode 629

This week, Elon Musk wants to have a debate about bots, Amazon buys Roomba for billions, and a mom is suing Facebook. We're teaming up with GNC Week in Review to bring you the latest tech news of the week.Elon Musk challenges Twitter CEO to a debateAmazon to acquire iRobotA mom is suing FacebookAT&T's $14 million settlementApple's next iPhone might be expensiveThe Right StuffWalmart may bundle with a streaming serviceYou can get paid $1,000 to taste and rate Trader Joe's foods

Aug 17, 2022 • 1:58:25

August 7, 2022 - Episode 628

August 7, 2022 - Episode 628

DescriptionThis week, Amazon's exploring your home, GameStop is selling your stuff, DuckDuckGo is protecting your privacy, and DC is canceling Batgirl.ParticipantsScott ErtzHostScott is a developer who has worked on projects of varying sizes, including all of the PLUGHITZ Corporation properties. He is also known in the gaming world for his time supporting the rhythm game community, through DDRLover and hosting tournaments throughout the Tampa Bay Area. Currently, when he is not working on softwa

Aug 7, 2022 • 1:37:50

August 2, 2022 - Episode 627

August 2, 2022 - Episode 627

This week, new chips are coming from Arizona, TikTok is coming for casual games, and Instagram is going back to normal.

Aug 2, 2022 • 1:17:43

July 17, 2022 - Episode 626

July 17, 2022 - Episode 626

This week, PlayStation Stars are "definitely not" NFTs, Celsius is almost certainly a Ponzi scheme, and Microsoft might just try to buy Netflix.

Jul 17, 2022 • 1:24:31

June 26, 2022 - Episode 625

June 26, 2022 - Episode 625

This week, gaming is getting better in Microsoft Edge, results are getting better in Brave Search, and ads are closer to reality on Netflix.

Jun 26, 2022 • 1:17:05

June 13, 2022 - Episode 624

June 13, 2022 - Episode 624

This week, Insteon rises from the dead, Microsoft reveals the future, and Meta is investigating an executive.

Jun 13, 2022 • 1:31:45

June 5, 2022 - Episode 623

June 5, 2022 - Episode 623

This week, New York protects the Right to Repair, Sony shows off upcoming PlayStation games, and Netflix struggles with password sharing rules.

Jun 5, 2022 • 1:48:44

April 24, 2022 - Episode 622

April 24, 2022 - Episode 622

This week, Insteon vanishes, ads could appear on Xbox and PlayStation games, and Netflix loses subscribers.

Apr 24, 2022 • 1:51:39

April 3, 2022 - Episode 621

April 3, 2022 - Episode 621

This week, Samsung is eliminating waste, PlayStation is adding more to Plus, and Twitch is featuring inappropriate content.

Apr 3, 2022 • 1:29:38

March 27, 2022 - Episode 620

March 27, 2022 - Episode 620

This week, Apple wants to rent you a phone, Netflix wants to give you more games, and YouTube is giving you free movies.

Mar 27, 2022 • 1:35:44

March 14, 2022 - Episode 619

March 14, 2022 - Episode 619

This week, cars can lose their steering wheels, Blizzard will test their PvP, and gamers can listen to Square Enix music.

Mar 14, 2022 • 1:12:15

March 6, 2022 - Episode 618

March 6, 2022 - Episode 618

This week, chips are getting harder to find, Steam Deck is getting easier to control, and Disney+ is getting cheaper to watch.

Mar 6, 2022 • 1:32:27

February 6, 2022 - Episode 617

February 6, 2022 - Episode 617

This week, Apple is charging for nothing, Nintendo is looking for 5 years, and RIAA is looking for a HitPiece.

Feb 6, 2022 • 1:37:48

January 23, 2022 - Episode 616

January 23, 2022 - Episode 616

This week, Activision is getting a new home at Microsoft, the IRS is getting biometric data, and YouTube is getting a little more original.

Jan 23, 2022 • 1:26:52

January 16, 2022 - Episode 615

January 16, 2022 - Episode 615

This week, Android is killing 2G, Sony is maintaining the PlayStation 4, and The CW is looking for a buyer.

Jan 16, 2022 • 1:25:21

December 19, 2021 - Episode 614

December 19, 2021 - Episode 614

This week, quantum pendants are trying to kill, NFTs are heading to gaming, and Disney is leaving YouTube.

Dec 19, 2021 • 1:30:16

December 14, 2021 - Episode 613

December 14, 2021 - Episode 613

This week, Apple is trying to ignore your privacy, Tor is trying to protect its network, and YouTube is staying on Roku.

Dec 14, 2021 • 1:24:51

December 6, 2021 - Episode 612

December 6, 2021 - Episode 612

This week, PlayStation's getting a Game Pass, Twitch is getting a ban flag, and dating is getting more dangerous.

Dec 6, 2021 • 1:44:59

November 21, 2021 - Episode 611

November 21, 2021 - Episode 611

This week, DuckDuckGo is protecting your mobile privacy, Rockstar is apologizing for GTA, and Halo is finally coming to TV.

Nov 21, 2021 • 1:21:42

November 14, 2021 - Episode 610

November 14, 2021 - Episode 610

This week, Apple's losing control of the App Store, Netflix is getting into Games, and Disney is expanding its lineup.

Nov 14, 2021 • 1:43:36

November 7, 2021 - Episode 609

November 7, 2021 - Episode 609

This week, Apple's locking your phone down, Blizzard's holding your games back, and Facebook's letting your face go.

Nov 7, 2021 • 1:19:25

October 31, 2021 - Episode 608

October 31, 2021 - Episode 608

This week, Facebook is entering the Metaverse, the MLB is ignoring extortion, and TVs are more expensive.

Oct 31, 2021 • 1:30:03

October 25, 2021 - Episode 607

October 25, 2021 - Episode 607

This week, chips are still in flux, Google Stadia is getting into AT&T, and Google Search is out at Brave Browser.

Oct 25, 2021 • 1:31:12

October 19, 2021 - Episode 606

October 19, 2021 - Episode 606

This week, HTC is going with the Flow, FIFA is looking for options, and DC Comics is bringing new entertainment.

Oct 19, 2021 • 1:23:25

October 11, 2021 - Episode 605

October 11, 2021 - Episode 605

This week, Nintendo snaps our hopes for a foolproof Joy-Con, Tinder lets you buy your match a Lyft, and Twitch Twitch suffers a major data breach.

Oct 11, 2021 • 1:24:27

September 27, 2021 - Episode 604

September 27, 2021 - Episode 604

This week, the EU is supporting USB-C, Nintendo is revealing gaming details, and Facebook apologizes for not being great.

Sep 27, 2021 • 1:32:04

September 5, 2021 - Episode 603

September 5, 2021 - Episode 603

This week, GM and Subaru are going on break, Pokemon Go is listening to trainers, and Locast is shutting down.

Sep 5, 2021 • 1:23:56

August 22, 2021 Episode 602

August 22, 2021 Episode 602

This week, Skyrim has another version, T-Mobile has another data breach, and OnlyFans has a new plan for the future.

Aug 22, 2021 • 1:27:47

August 15, 2021 - Episode 601

August 15, 2021 - Episode 601

This week, matter will not be in time, Epic will not be part of Google, and Messenger will not be stopped from encryption.

Aug 15, 2021 • 1:23:33

August 1, 2021 - Episode 600

August 1, 2021 - Episode 600

This week, Valve fires back at Wolfire Games, Amazon is paying a massive fine, and Scarlett Johansson wants what she's owed.

Aug 1, 2021 • 1:27:23

July 18, 2021 - Episode 599

July 18, 2021 - Episode 599

This week, Samsung is blanking out, Valve is going out of the house, and Amazon is headed out of this world.

Jul 18, 2021 • 1:45:00

July 12, 2021 - Episode 598

July 12, 2021 - Episode 598

DescriptionThis week, the FBI is in the honeypot, the Switch is getting more colorful, and Universal Pictures is going Prime.ParticipantsScott ErtzHostScott is a developer who has worked on projects of varying sizes, including all of the PLUGHITZ Corporation properties. He is also known in the gaming world for his time supporting the rhythm game community, through DDRLover and hosting tournaments throughout the Tampa Bay Area. Currently, when he is not working on software projects or hosting F5

Jul 12, 2021 • 1:34:18

June 27, 2021 - Episode 597

June 27, 2021 - Episode 597

This week, Wickr is headed to the Amazon, the Microsoft Store wants to gain Steam, and the House wants to break up Big Tech.

Jun 27, 2021 • 1:53:55

June 6, 2021 - Episode 596

June 6, 2021 - Episode 596

This week, Area-51 is under attack, Nintendo is recovering from piracy, and the DoJ is getting serious about ransomware.

Jun 6, 2021 • 1:14:45

May 30, 2021 - Episode 595

May 30, 2021 - Episode 595

This week, Google's adding some Fuchsia to its home, Valve is bringing Linux to your palm, and a lion roars at Amazon HQ.

May 30, 2021 • 1:20:44

May 16, 2021 - Episode 594

May 16, 2021 - Episode 594

This week, Zigbee makes the IoT Matter, Discord is playing fewer videogames, and Apple is trying to bring back the Beats.

May 16, 2021 • 1:19:57

May 2, 2021 - Episode 593

May 2, 2021 - Episode 593

This week, Apple's giving up billions, Microsoft is giving up commissions, and Roku is giving up YouTube TV.

May 2, 2021 • 1:22:06

April 18, 2021 - Episode 592

April 18, 2021 - Episode 592

This week, chips are in short supply, Twitch is reducing the bots, and Google is pushing away the rest of the web.

Apr 18, 2021 • 1:20:34

March 28, 2021 - Episode 591

March 28, 2021 - Episode 591

This week, LG might leave the smartphone market, Xbox Live is now the Xbox network, and Twitch is scoring your stream.

Mar 28, 2021 • 1:40:03

March 21, 2021 - Episode 590

March 21, 2021 - Episode 590

This week, NFTs are all the rage, EVO Championship Series is joining Sony, and the NFL has found some funding.

Mar 21, 2021 • 1:22:22

March 7, 2021 - Episode 589

March 7, 2021 - Episode 589

This week, Big Tech is in the crosshairs, Fall Guys is entering the Metaverse, and Sony is out of video sales.

Mar 7, 2021 • 1:30:51

February 21, 2021 - Episode 588

February 21, 2021 - Episode 588

This week, Epic and Apple are ramping up tensions, Comcast is extending its data cap deadline, and Facebook is proving it is serious in Australia.

Feb 21, 2021 • 1:33:00

February 14, 2021 - Episode 587

February 14, 2021 - Episode 587

This week, North Dakota wants to ruin the iPhone, Maryland is taxing advertisements, and Australia still wants a piece of Google.

Feb 14, 2021 • 1:35:42

January 31, 2021 - Episode 586

January 31, 2021 - Episode 586

This week, Apple's driving mobile privacy, Nvidia's expanding GeForce Now, and what in the world happened with GameStop?

Jan 31, 2021 • 1:28:11

January 24, 2021 - Episode 585

January 24, 2021 - Episode 585

This week, Malwarebytes is hit by malware, Valve is hit with a giant fine, and AT&T TV Now's hits finally knocked it out.

Jan 24, 2021 • 1:32:43

CES 2021 Pre-Show - Episode 584

CES 2021 Pre-Show - Episode 584

This week, the Tech Podcasts Network team discusses what's coming up and what we're all most excited about for CES 2021.

Jan 10, 2021 • 1:30:43

December 20, 2020 - Episode 583

December 20, 2020 - Episode 583

This week, App Fairness is expanding its ranks, Russia is expanding its outlook, and HBO Max is expanding its reach. Plus, ways to prepare for 2021.

Dec 20, 2020 • 1:31:03

December 13, 2020 - Episode 582

December 13, 2020 - Episode 582

This week, Cydia wants a piece of Apple's pie, the whole government wants Facebook in pieces, and Disney has a whole lot of new content on the horizon.

Dec 13, 2020 • 1:34:24

December 6, 2020 - Episode 581

December 6, 2020 - Episode 581

This week, Libra's seizing the Day (Diem), Fortnite is tripping up gamers, and WarnerMedia is almost skipping theaters.

Dec 6, 2020 • 1:36:44

December 2, 2020 - Episode 580

December 2, 2020 - Episode 580

This week, Samsung's in the uncanny valley, Sony's canning PlayStation users, and Google TV can no longer show Netflix content.

Dec 2, 2020 • 1:19:02

November 15, 2020 - Episode 579

November 15, 2020 - Episode 579

This week, new processors are showing up everywhere, internet usage is going up, and Twitch is admitting it screwed up.

Nov 15, 2020 • 1:40:12

November 1, 2020 - Episode 578

November 1, 2020 - Episode 578

This week, Yahoo is coming for your phone, Facebook is leaving Internet Explorer, and videos don't belong to you.

Nov 1, 2020 • 1:16:41

October 25, 2020 - Episode 577

October 25, 2020 - Episode 577

This week, videogame streaming is under review, Google is officially under suit, and Quibi is underwater.

Oct 25, 2020 • 1:43:46

October 11, 2020 - Episode 576

October 11, 2020 - Episode 576

DescriptionThis week, Oracle's eyeing a Supreme Court win, Epic is keeping iOS Unreal, and DirecTV is on (fire) sale.ParticipantsScott ErtzHostScott is a developer who has worked on projects of varying sizes, including all of the PLUGHITZ Corporation properties. He is also known in the gaming world for his time supporting the rhythm game community, through DDRLover and hosting tournaments throughout the Tampa Bay Area. Currently, when he is not working on software projects or hosting F5 Live: Re

Oct 11, 2020 • 1:33:40

October 5, 2020 - Episode 575

October 5, 2020 - Episode 575

This week, the EU is reducing the bloat, Google is expanding the games, and Nikola is trying to hide their fraud.

Oct 5, 2020 • 1:12:02

September 27, 2020 - Episode 574

September 27, 2020 - Episode 574

This week, Amazon's flying in your home, Microsoft's expanding its catalog, and Spotify's adding video to its audio.

Sep 27, 2020 • 1:22:43

September 20, 2020 - Episode 573

September 20, 2020 - Episode 573

This week, Android's firing the nannies, Google's enhancing their fiber, and comics are coming to DC Universe.

Sep 20, 2020 • 1:12:52

September 13, 2020 - Episode 572

September 13, 2020 - Episode 572

This week, time is ticking for TikTok, Apple is trying to support game streaming, and Amazon is literally under fire.

Sep 13, 2020 • 1:23:33

August 23, 2020 - Episode 571

August 23, 2020 - Episode 571

This week, Android is closing up the camera, Epic is closing in on Apple, and DC is showing off for its fans.

Aug 23, 2020 • 1:30:47

August 16, 2020 - Episode 570

August 16, 2020 - Episode 570

This week, there's an Uber problem in California, an Epic problem for Apple and Google, and a confusing problem for Netflix and Hulu.

Aug 16, 2020 • 1:20:39

August 9, 2020 - Episode 569

August 9, 2020 - Episode 569

This week, we're feeling the presidential ban hammer, upset by the Apple walled garden, and jealous of the Quibi free tier.

Aug 9, 2020 • 1:19:37

August 2, 2020 - Episode 568

August 2, 2020 - Episode 568

This week, TikTok is starting to sink, Xbox Live is going free, and Patreon is paying for its policies.

Aug 2, 2020 • 1:21:20

July 26, 2020 - Episode 567

July 26, 2020 - Episode 567

This week, AT&T's asking for more sales, Xbox is giving more value, and TikTok really wants more trust.

Jul 26, 2020 • 1:09:28

July 19, 2020 - Episode 566

July 19, 2020 - Episode 566

This week, The FCC's got your back, Twitter's giving away access, and Peacock's got some confusing problems.

Jul 19, 2020 • 1:18:59

June 28, 2020 - Episode 565

June 28, 2020 - Episode 565

This week, TikTok wants your mobile clipboard, Nintendo doesn't want your mobile gaming, and Microsoft wants you to use Facebook.

Jun 28, 2020 • 1:25:32

June 7, 2020 - Episode 563

June 7, 2020 - Episode 563

This week, Zoom's plans are out of focus, Epic Games is shining a light on mobile stores, and Google users are in the dark.

Jun 7, 2020 • 1:27:53

May 24, 2020 - Episode 562

May 24, 2020 - Episode 562

This week, cops can't see your screen, Facebook can sell your products, and Netflix cancels inactive subscriptions.

May 24, 2020 • 1:13:50

May 17, 2020 - Episode 561

May 17, 2020 - Episode 561

This week, Microsoft is seeing double, Epic Games' licensing is getting Unreal, and Google is in the crosshairs.

May 17, 2020 • 1:23:30

May 3, 2020 - Episode 560

May 3, 2020 - Episode 560

This week, Steam is leaving the orchard, Bezos is headed to Congress, and Universal is not invited to the AMC party.

May 3, 2020 • 1:18:29

April 26, 2020 - Episode 559

April 26, 2020 - Episode 559

This week, Nintendo's giving up the details, Messenger is giving new ways to connect, and AT&T is giving away customers.

Apr 26, 2020 • 1:15:41

April 19, 2020 - Episode 558

April 19, 2020 - Episode 558

This week, Big Tech wants to know who you see, Libra is trying to stay alive, and Bad Robot is coming back to television.

Apr 19, 2020 • 1:11:23

April 5, 2020 - Episode 557

April 5, 2020 - Episode 557

This week, Sprint is gone for good, Humvees are here to stay, and the Apple Tax has been temporarily suspended.

Apr 5, 2020 • 1:16:23

March 29, 2020 - Episode 556

March 29, 2020 - Episode 556

This week, there's an Epic new publisher, a prankless online April Fools' Day, and some ad-friendly Google movies.

Mar 29, 2020 • 1:09:32

March 22, 2020 - Episode 555

March 22, 2020 - Episode 555

This week, Instagram is trying to disappear, GameStop is trying to stay around, and entertainment companies are trying to help.

Mar 22, 2020 • 1:32:40

March 15, 2020 - Episode 554

March 15, 2020 - Episode 554

This week, Microsoft is without its Gates, Pokemon is without its GO, and TVs are without Fire.

Mar 15, 2020 • 1:19:56

March 8, 2020 - Episode 553

March 8, 2020 - Episode 553

This week, some Philips Hue Bridges are going dark, online stores are banning products, and 5G is limiting television.

Mar 8, 2020 • 1:22:04

March 1, 2020 - Episode 552

March 1, 2020 - Episode 552

This week, Clearview's customer list is exposed, DropMix's gaming style is upgraded, and Firefox's browsing is more protected.

Mar 1, 2020 • 1:21:38

February 23, 2020 - Episode 551

February 23, 2020 - Episode 551

This week, Apple's changing its defaults, GeForce Now's losing its content, and Google's following kids again.

Feb 23, 2020 • 1:18:38

February 16, 2020 - Episode 550

February 16, 2020 - Episode 550

This week, Ring's sharing more information, ICANN's raising your website registration, and YouTube TV is canceling some subscriptions.

Feb 16, 2020 • 1:22:16

February 9, 2020 - Episode 549

February 9, 2020 - Episode 549

This week, AMD's coming to a PC near you, Clearview AI is spying on your face, and ViacomCBS wants to compete with itself.

Feb 9, 2020 • 1:14:19

January 26, 2020 - Episode 548

January 26, 2020 - Episode 548

This week, Apple's playing fast and loose with privacy, Fortnite is invading schools, and Google's hiding the favorites.

Jan 26, 2020 • 1:14:57

CES 2020 Pre-Show - Episode 547

CES 2020 Pre-Show - Episode 547

This week, we discuss our predictions for CES 2020, changes to the TPN live show, and memories of past CES broadcasts.

Jan 5, 2020 • 33:42

December 29, 2019 - Episode 546

December 29, 2019 - Episode 546

This week, Sony's changing the controller, Cox is paying for your piracy, and Sling is charging more for TV.

Dec 29, 2019 • 1:12:49

December 15, 2019 - Episode 545

December 15, 2019 - Episode 545

This week, Google's up for a Chat, Microsoft's making a tower, and Hulu's not bingeing on ads.

Dec 15, 2019 • 1:11:39

December 8, 2019 - Episode 544

December 8, 2019 - Episode 544

This week, the world's becoming more augmented, Steam is getting more modern, and Quibi is looking towards the law.

Dec 8, 2019 • 1:23:47

November 24, 2019 - Episode 543

November 24, 2019 - Episode 543

This week, Huawei is leaving networks, Half-Life is coming to VR, and Apple is temporarily skipping theaters.

Nov 24, 2019 • 1:09:38

November 10, 2019 - Episode 542

November 10, 2019 - Episode 542

This week, Google gives away Cardboard, China takes away some gaming, and Netflix retires older device support.

Nov 10, 2019 • 1:14:18

October 27, 2019 - Episode 541

October 27, 2019 - Episode 541

This week, wireless carriers are working together, Fallout players are working in private, and Google is working to improve results.

Oct 27, 2019 • 1:15:20

October 20, 2019 - Episode 540

October 20, 2019 - Episode 540

This week, Google has given up its Daydream, Blizzard is giving up their loyalty, and tech companies may no longer give up your data.

Oct 20, 2019 • 1:22:04

September 29, 2019 - Episode 539

September 29, 2019 - Episode 539

This week, Apple's phones can be broken, Microsoft's streaming can be tested, and Google's news results can't be previewed.

Sep 29, 2019 • 1:18:47

September 15, 2019 - Episode 538

September 15, 2019 - Episode 538

This week, Uber's fighting off pressure, EA's testing under stress, and Vudu's hiding from bad words.

Sep 15, 2019 • 1:27:31

September 8, 2019 - Episode 537

September 8, 2019 - Episode 537

This week, Apple's trying to dodge bugs, Nintendo's embracing their past, and Facebook's giving out your number.

Sep 8, 2019 • 1:15:04

August 26, 2019 - Episode 536

August 26, 2019 - Episode 536

This week, Android is a little less sweet, Apple is a little less expensive, and Libra is a little less confident.

Aug 26, 2019 • 1:13:59

August 18, 2019 - Episode 535

August 18, 2019 - Episode 535

DescriptionThis week, Apple is fighting the EU, Ninja is fighting for his brand, and CBS and Viacom are trying to fight Disney.ParticipantsScott ErtzHostScott is a developer who has worked on projects of varying sizes, including all of the PLUGHITZ Corporation properties. He is also known in the gaming world for his time supporting the rhythm game community, through DDRLover and hosting tournaments throughout the Tampa Bay Area. Currently, when he is not working on software projects or hosting F

Aug 18, 2019 • 1:06:45

August 12, 2019 - Episode 534

August 12, 2019 - Episode 534

This week, Android is better friends with Windows, loot boxes are lesser friends with the industry, and YouTube is "special friends" with top creators.

Aug 12, 2019 • 1:13:36

August 4, 2019 - Episode 533

August 4, 2019 - Episode 533

This week, Google has a new Play Pass, Microsoft has a new Ninja, and broadcast TV has a new enemy.

Aug 4, 2019 • 1:16:07

July 21, 2019 - Episode 532

July 21, 2019 - Episode 532

This week, Russia wants your face, Google has canceled censorship, and Netflix is leaning into Originals.

Jul 21, 2019 • 1:16:12

July 7, 2019 - Episode 531

July 7, 2019 - Episode 531

This week, Samsung might have misled customers, Amazon might be liable for others' products, and MoviePass might be just about done.

Jul 7, 2019 • 1:15:51

June 30, 2019 - Episode 530

June 30, 2019 - Episode 530

This week, Apple's got a new design direction, Switch Online might have an expanded game collection, and privacy has a new antagonist in the government.

Jun 30, 2019 • 1:17:37

June 9, 2019 - Episode 529

June 9, 2019 - Episode 529

This week, Apple announces a cheese grater, India tries to ban cryptocurrencies, and DirecTV might be on the chopping block.

Jun 9, 2019 • 1:28:32

June 2, 2019 - Episode 528

June 2, 2019 - Episode 528

This week, facial recognition goes to school, Xbox goes to the competition, and iTunes goes out to pasture.

Jun 2, 2019 • 1:03:32

April 28, 2019 - Episode 527

April 28, 2019 - Episode 527

This week, Samsung's postponing its launch, PC gamers are switching platforms, and Sinemia is leaving the country.

Apr 28, 2019 • 1:20:28

April 15, 2019 - Episode 526

April 15, 2019 - Episode 526

This week, Google's changing its delivery, PlayStation is changing your ID, and Yahoo is changing its settlement offer.

Apr 15, 2019 • 1:18:04

April 7, 2019 - Episode 525

April 7, 2019 - Episode 525

This week, Apple's lowering their price, Microsoft's raising their benefits, and Google's shrinking their offerings.

Apr 7, 2019 • 1:08:12

March 31, 2019 - Episode 524

March 31, 2019 - Episode 524

This week, Asus customers are under attack, Google customers are under surveillance, and Apple customers are under pressure to subscribe.

Mar 31, 2019 • 1:21:25

March 10, 2019 - Episode 523

March 10, 2019 - Episode 523

This week, Philadelphia is staying in the present, EA is skipping their presentation, and Disney is releasing their past.

Mar 10, 2019 • 1:11:59

March 3, 2019 - Episode 522

March 3, 2019 - Episode 522

This week, Thunderbolt endangers computers, Sony eliminates free games on the PS3, and the internet enhances a hoax.

Mar 3, 2019 • 1:25:25

February 24, 2019 - Episode 521

February 24, 2019 - Episode 521

This week, Nest is listening to your input, Epic Games is talking to a convention, and YouTube is changing what they show you.

Feb 24, 2019 • 1:16:52

February 10, 2019 - Episode 520

February 10, 2019 - Episode 520

This week, Sprint wants AT&T to tell the truth, Microsoft wants everyone to use Xbox Live, and Disney wants to shows you other content.

Feb 10, 2019 • 1:27:10

January 27, 2019 - Episode 519

January 27, 2019 - Episode 519

DescriptionThis week, Apple is not driving their own cars, Nintendo is driving their own growth, and Facebook is driving down their own value.ParticipantsScott ErtzHostScott is a developer who has worked on projects of varying sizes, including all of the PLUGHITZ Corporation properties. He is also known in the gaming world for his time supporting the rhythm game community, through DDRLover and hosting tournaments throughout the Tampa Bay Area. Currently, when he is not working on software projec

Jan 27, 2019 • 1:10:58

January 20, 2019 - Episode 518

January 20, 2019 - Episode 518

This week, your privacy is guaranteed again, your security is at risk again, and NBCUniversal wants your money again.

Jan 20, 2019 • 1:12:06

December 23, 2018 - Episode 516

December 23, 2018 - Episode 516

This week, Apple's quality control is folding, the Xbox One is closer to a PC, and T-Mobile isn't ready to hijack your TV just yet.

Dec 23, 2018 • 1:18:19

December 9, 2018 - Episode 515

December 9, 2018 - Episode 515

This week, China's phones are looking for a home, Valve has found a new competitor, and the internet is having a change of heart.

Dec 9, 2018 • 1:04:02

December 2, 2018 - Episode 514

December 2, 2018 - Episode 514

This week, Apple is looking to the past, the FTC is looking to the future, and Google is looking at a revolt.

Dec 2, 2018 • 1:12:48

November 18, 2018 - Episode 513

November 18, 2018 - Episode 513

This week, Samsung wants all your cash, Sony wants a way out, and China wants a virtual anchorman.

Nov 18, 2018 • 1:21:22

November 4, 2018 - Episode 512

November 4, 2018 - Episode 512

This week, Apple is expressing multiple personalities, Nintendo is expressing their love for the 3DS, and Netflix is showing some love for movie theaters.

Nov 4, 2018 • 1:11:25

October 28, 2018 - Episode 511

October 28, 2018 - Episode 511

This week, karaoke is coming to Twitch, no information is coming from Apple, and some big names are not coming to the big screen.

Oct 28, 2018 • 1:31:44

October 21, 2018 - Episode 510

October 21, 2018 - Episode 510

This week, Apple says they haven't been hacked, Google says it's fixed a privacy violation, and Netflix says the EU is trying to limit content.

Oct 21, 2018 • 1:17:03

October 15, 2018 - Episode 509

October 15, 2018 - Episode 509

This week, Facebook wants to watch you cook, Microsoft wants to help you game, and WarnerMedia wants to stream its own content.

Oct 15, 2018 • 1:21:10

September 16, 2018 - Episode 508

September 16, 2018 - Episode 508

This week, Apple wasn't completely honest in their presentation, Nintendo isn't completely in sync with their customers and Netflix wants to recommend a complete solution for producers.

Sep 16, 2018 • 1:17:48

September 2, 2018 - Episode 507

September 2, 2018 - Episode 507

This week, Sprint and T-Mobile are finally coming together, Sony is keeping PlayStation apart, and the Federal Trade Commission might be going down a familiar road.

Sep 2, 2018 • 1:10:34

August 19, 2018 - Episode 506

August 19, 2018 - Episode 506

This week, Apple reveals their private thoughts, Valve reveals they're cloning again and Amazon reveals it wants to expand its media reach.

Aug 19, 2018 • 1:11:12

August 12, 2018 - Episode 505

August 12, 2018 - Episode 505

This week, TCL is bringing back Palm, Discord is selling indie games and Spotify makes a big partnership with Samsung.

Aug 12, 2018 • 1:04:20

August 5, 2018 - Episode 504

August 5, 2018 - Episode 504

This week, Apple is tightening its grip on the App Store, Google is losing their grip on Google Play and YouTube plans a better Music experience.

Aug 5, 2018 • 1:32:25

July 29, 2018 - Episode 503

July 29, 2018 - Episode 503

This week, Google removes crypto from Android, EA adds extra games to Origin Access and MoviePass cuts its service for a while.

Jul 29, 2018 • 1:20:53

July 22, 2018 - Episode 502

July 22, 2018 - Episode 502

This week, Google is paying their dues, Facebook is suspending kids and everyone is looking for $8 per month.

Jul 22, 2018 • 1:16:46

July 15, 2018 - Episode 501

July 15, 2018 - Episode 501

This week, PC shipments are on the rise, Nintendo is patching its exploits and the internet is obsessed with censorship.

Jul 15, 2018 • 1:28:17

July 1, 2018 - Episode 500

July 1, 2018 - Episode 500

This week, Apple and Samsung finally settle their differences, regulations could be strangling the internet and Fox is ghosting Comcast.

Jul 1, 2018 • 1:32:29

May 20, 2018 - Episode 499

May 20, 2018 - Episode 499

This week, Samsung might have lost their edge, Microsoft is trying new things and YouTube rebrands their services.

May 20, 2018 • 1:23:53

April 22, 2018 - Episode 498

April 22, 2018 - Episode 498

This week, mobile messaging gets more confusing, Capcom shows why free-to-play is annoying and AT&T announces a new streaming service under oath.

Apr 22, 2018 • 1:30:17

April 15, 2018 - Episode 497

April 15, 2018 - Episode 497

This week, Apple wants employees to stop talking, Google wants to stop forgetting and the FTC wants YouTube to stop tracking.

Apr 15, 2018 • 1:14:33

April 8, 2018 - Episode 496

April 8, 2018 - Episode 496

DescriptionThis week, Siri might finally get smarter, Valve finally gives up on Steam Machines and Verizon gives up a recently acquired brand.ParticipantsScott ErtzHostScott is a developer who has worked on projects of varying sizes, including all of the PLUGHITZ Corporation properties. He is also known in the gaming world for his time supporting the rhythm game community, through DDRLover and hosting tournaments throughout the Tampa Bay Area. Currently, when he is not working on software projec

Apr 8, 2018 • 1:34:05

March 18, 2018 - Episode 495

March 18, 2018 - Episode 495

This week, Google brings life to wearables, EA removes microstransactions from Star Wars: Battlefront II and streaming music has its ups and downs.

Mar 18, 2018 • 1:06:45

March 4, 2018 - Episode 494

March 4, 2018 - Episode 494

This week, Android is following Apple's bad lead, the ESRB wants to warn you about in-app purchases and NBC plans to show you less advertising in primetime.

Mar 4, 2018 • 1:30:54

February 25, 2018 - Episode 493

February 25, 2018 - Episode 493

This week, AT&T announces its next generation cities, your phone will allow you to catch ghosts and Redbox might be the reason you lose digital downloads.

Feb 25, 2018 • 1:20:34

February 11, 2018 - Episode 492

February 11, 2018 - Episode 492

DescriptionThis week, Apple has reduced a longtime iPhone flaw, Google might try its hand at videogames and Charter wants to improve your internet speed.ParticipantsScott ErtzHostScott is a developer who has worked on projects of varying sizes, including all of the PLUGHITZ Corporation properties. He is also known in the gaming world for his time supporting the rhythm game community, through DDRLover and hosting tournaments throughout the Tampa Bay Area. Currently, when he is not working on soft

Feb 11, 2018 • 1:24:27

January 28, 2018 - Episode 491

January 28, 2018 - Episode 491

This week, Apple is concealing its moves, Microsoft is enhancing its Game Pass and YouTube is serving up a little crypto mining.

Jan 28, 2018 • 1:17:12

CES 2018 Pre-Show - Episode 490

CES 2018 Pre-Show - Episode 490

This week, we're in Las Vegas. Ahead of the official start of CES 2018, we discuss our past CES experiences, our expectations for this year and introduce the team members to the event.

Jan 7, 2018 • 51:19

December 22, 2017 - Episode 489

December 22, 2017 - Episode 489

This week, Apple is slowing you down, Nintendo is powering you up and Eric Schmidt is letting the Alphabet go.

Dec 22, 2017 • 1:32:58

December 17, 2017 - Episode 488

December 17, 2017 - Episode 488

This week, Apple invests in lasers, Mozilla alarms its users and Disney owns your TV dial.

Dec 17, 2017 • 1:20:45

December 10, 2017 - Episode 487

December 10, 2017 - Episode 487

This week, Intel faces new competition, EA begins responding to backlash and NiceHash deals with a digital heist.

Dec 10, 2017 • 1:34:00

December 3, 2017 - Episode 486

December 3, 2017 - Episode 486

DescriptionThis week, BLU goes dark, Coinbase gives to the IRS and Redbox kind of sells digital movies.ParticipantsScott ErtzHostScott is a developer who has worked on projects of varying sizes, including all of the PLUGHITZ Corporation properties. He is also known in the gaming world for his time supporting the rhythm game community, through DDRLover and hosting tournaments throughout the Tampa Bay Area. Currently, when he is not working on software projects or hosting F5 Live: Refreshing Techn

Dec 3, 2017 • 1:10:22

November 26, 2017 - Episode 485

November 26, 2017 - Episode 485

DescriptionThis week, Uber has a bad week, Minecraft has a good addition and YouTube has some new rules.ParticipantsScott ErtzHostScott is a developer who has worked on projects of varying sizes, including all of the PLUGHITZ Corporation properties. He is also known in the gaming world for his time supporting the rhythm game community, through DDRLover and hosting tournaments throughout the Tampa Bay Area. Currently, when he is not working on software projects or hosting F5 Live: Refreshing Tech

Nov 26, 2017 • 1:07:16

November 19, 2017 - Episode 484

November 19, 2017 - Episode 484

This week, EA actually listens to gamers, DJI doesn't respect bug bounty reports and Amazon brings more to the Lord of the Rings universe.

Nov 19, 2017 • 1:18:31

November 5, 2017 - Episode 483

November 5, 2017 - Episode 483

This week, Microsoft is looking to the future, World of Warcraft is going back to the past and podcasts are finally safe.

Nov 5, 2017 • 1:31:50

October 29, 2017 - Episode 482

October 29, 2017 - Episode 482

This week, Microsoft is moving on from Kinect, Twitter is revealing political spending and Viacom is accepting the internet.

Oct 29, 2017 • 1:09:25

October 22, 2017 - Episode 481

October 22, 2017 - Episode 481

This week, Apple's preventing their own sales, Microsoft is preventing cheating and you need to protect your Wi-Fi.

Oct 22, 2017 • 1:26:46

October 15, 2017 - Episode 480

October 15, 2017 - Episode 480

This week, Microsoft downsizes its offerings, Ziff Davis increases its gaming footprint and Disney enhances your movie library.

Oct 15, 2017 • 1:21:37

September 24, 2017 - Episode 479

September 24, 2017 - Episode 479

This week, Google tries again with hardware, Xbox tries to make streaming easier and FOX tries to appeal to a new generation of media consumers.

Sep 24, 2017 • 1:28:46

September 3, 2017 - Episode 478

September 3, 2017 - Episode 478

This week, your assistants are working together, your childhood is becoming relevant again and your personal data could be for sale again.

Sep 3, 2017 • 1:24:17

August 27, 2017 - Episode 477

August 27, 2017 - Episode 477

This week, HTC is shopping around, Sony is talking to Microsoft and VidAngel cannot steal from anyone.

Aug 27, 2017 • 1:32:35

August 20, 2017 - Episode 476

August 20, 2017 - Episode 476

This week, Apple gives us something not to worry about, Blizzard gives us something not to remember and Facebook gives us something not to hate.

Aug 20, 2017 • 1:08:56

August 13, 2017 - Episode 475

August 13, 2017 - Episode 475

This week, Microsoft gets a bum rap, Nintendo gets a new lawsuit and Netflix gets a new competitor.

Aug 13, 2017 • 1:29:42

July 30, 2017 - Episode 474

July 30, 2017 - Episode 474

DescriptionThis week, Fruitfly was found in an Apple, profit has returned to Nintendo and users aren't interested in Twitter.ParticipantsScott ErtzHostScott is a developer who has worked on projects of varying sizes, including all of the PLUGHITZ Corporation properties. He is also known in the gaming world for his time supporting the rhythm game community, through DDRLover and hosting tournaments throughout the Tampa Bay Area. Currently, when he is not working on software projects or hosting F5

Jul 30, 2017 • 1:13:12

July 23, 2017 - Episode 473

July 23, 2017 - Episode 473

This week, Cortana enters the home, Pokémon GO reenters Milwaukee parks and YouTube exits online editing.

Jul 23, 2017 • 1:02:23

July 16, 2017 - Episode 472

July 16, 2017 - Episode 472

This week, Apple's software is in trouble, Amazon's sales set a record and SoundCloud's time is just about up.

Jul 16, 2017 • 1:30:38

July 2, 2017 - Episode 471

July 2, 2017 - Episode 471

This week, iPhone turns 10, governments go overboard and an internet petition finally works.

Jul 2, 2017 • 1:30:37

June 25, 2017 - Episode 470

June 25, 2017 - Episode 470

This week, we look back on the last 10 years of F5 Live: Refreshing Technology, PLuGHiTz Live Radio (as it was previously known) and the times we have had together.

Jun 25, 2017 • 1:40:16

June 4, 2017 - Episode 469

June 4, 2017 - Episode 469

This week, Geek Squad might be stealing more than your money, Facebook might be struggling with what an album is and YouTube might have a temporary solution to their advertising issues.

Jun 4, 2017 • 1:17:21

May 28, 2017 - Episode 468

May 28, 2017 - Episode 468

This week, the US Supreme Court makes patents better, Microsoft makes streaming together easier and Twitter considers making itself more expensive.

May 28, 2017 • 1:05:23

May 21, 2017 - Episode 467

May 21, 2017 - Episode 467

This week, Facebook's developed a little Twitch, WhatsApp has cost another $100 million and SiriusXM might want to open Pandora's box.

May 21, 2017 • 1:19:40

April 23, 2017 - Episode 466

April 23, 2017 - Episode 466

This week, another pre-order doesn't deliver a product, Facebook F8 doesn't deliver excitement and iHeartMedia might not deliver content next year.

Apr 23, 2017 • 1:32:07

April 9, 2017 - Episode 465

April 9, 2017 - Episode 465

This week, Casio might start making the Band, Call of Duty is headed to your pocket and Jay Z has left the main stream.

Apr 9, 2017 • 1:19:06

April 02, 2017 - Episode 464

April 02, 2017 - Episode 464

This week, online advertising is getting trickier, patent cases might get more diverse and the internet is not collapsing around you.

Apr 2, 2017 • 1:21:55

Mar 19, 2017 - Episode 463

Mar 19, 2017 - Episode 463

This week, Disney invades your agenda, ads might retreat from your browser and Warner Bros. wants to explore a damaged universe.

Mar 19, 2017 • 1:13:24

Mar 5, 2017 - Episode 462

Mar 5, 2017 - Episode 462

This week, Motorola is poised to make a comeback, Amazon needs to get their reputation back and Spotify is about to get some customers back.

Mar 5, 2017 • 1:24:24

Feb 19, 2017 - Episode 461

Feb 19, 2017 - Episode 461

This week, Sprint once again wants T-Mobile, Valve isn't quite sure about VR and Google is going all-in on wireless internet.

Feb 19, 2017 • 1:42:30

Feb 12, 2017 - Episode 460

Feb 12, 2017 - Episode 460

This week, Google begins to take privacy seriously, Steam begins to take indie game development seriously and Prince's estate begins to take streaming music seriously.

Feb 12, 2017 • 1:11:30

Jan 29, 2017 - Episode 459

Jan 29, 2017 - Episode 459

This week, online bargains lead to bricked phones, hackers might have exposed themselves to the FBI and TIDAL finally finds a way to attract real new customers.

Jan 29, 2017 • 1:06:39

Dec 18, 2016 - Episode 458

Dec 18, 2016 - Episode 458

This week, California wants special behavior by Uber, gamers want additional gameplay from Nintendo and Facebook begrudgingly creates special processing for websites.

Dec 18, 2016 • 1:36:22

Dec 11, 2016 - Episode 457

Dec 11, 2016 - Episode 457

This week, Microsoft revives Windows on ARM, a man stole from his employer to play a mobile game and Netflix is getting into reality shows.

Dec 11, 2016 • 1:13:38

Nov 27, 2016 - Episode 456

Nov 27, 2016 - Episode 456

This week, Symantec comes for your wallet, Xbox comes for your eyes and Reddit comes crashing down. Also, watch or listen to find the secret phrase to enter to win a new Vinci headphone before they are available to the public.

Nov 27, 2016 • 1:16:39

Nov 20, 2016 - Episode 455

Nov 20, 2016 - Episode 455

This week, we discuss some of the products we have reviewed this year, which ones would make great gifts and which ones to avoid completely. Also, watch or listen to find the secret phrase to enter to win a new Vinci headphone before they are available to the public.

Nov 20, 2016 • 1:18:07

Nov 13, 2016 - Episode 454

Nov 13, 2016 - Episode 454

This week, Nintendo is updating their lineup, Twitter is losing an executive and AT&T doesn't quite know how to treat video.

Nov 13, 2016 • 1:15:33

Oct 30, 2016 - Episode 453

Oct 30, 2016 - Episode 453

This week, Microsoft and Apple present their visions for the future, Twitter presents the results of their past and Hello Games didn't present the sins of their past.

Oct 30, 2016 • 1:17:18

Oct 23, 2016 - Episode 452

Oct 23, 2016 - Episode 452

This week, Bill Belichick confuses the internet, hackers take down part of the internet and AT&T wants to own television and the internet.

Oct 23, 2016 • 1:21:48

Pinellas Comic and Maker Con 2016 - Episode 447

Pinellas Comic and Maker Con 2016 - Episode 447

This week, we are at Pinellas Comic and Maker Con in Seminole, Florida. The event is organized by Chad Mairn and his planning committee and is hosted at the library at Saint Petersburg College. While only a few years old, this free event has become very well attended by the public and vendors. During our broadcast, we interviewed makers, cosplayers, writers, crafters and more.

Oct 17, 2016 • 2:49:14

Oct 16, 2016 - Episode 451

Oct 16, 2016 - Episode 451

This week, Verizon tests a feature you don't need, Valve shows off a controller you can't have and Netflix pays a lot of money to a comedian you might not remember.

Oct 16, 2016 • 1:19:46

Oct 2, 2016 - Episode 450

Oct 2, 2016 - Episode 450

This week, BlackBerry gives up devices, Microsoft announces protections and Twitch changes up advertising.

Oct 2, 2016 • 1:21:27

Sept 25, 2016 - Episode 449

Sept 25, 2016 - Episode 449

This week, Verizon doesn't think you need unlimited data, Twitter's popularity grows and Netflix wants to make a lot of what you watch.

Sep 25, 2016 • 1:20:49

Sept 18, 2016 - Episode 448

Sept 18, 2016 - Episode 448

This week, Google might have to pay for content, Apple is unlikely to purchase Tidal and Niantic breathes new life into Pokémon GO.

Sep 18, 2016 • 1:12:36

MizuCon 2016 - Episode 444

MizuCon 2016 - Episode 444

DescriptionThis week, we team up with The 3000 Brigade to talk to the cast about their latest show: Smash-a-Thon.ParticipantsScott ErtzHostScott is a developer who has worked on projects of varying sizes, including all of the PLUGHITZ Corporation properties. He is also known in the gaming world for his time supporting the rhythm game community, through DDRLover and hosting tournaments throughout the Tampa Bay Area. Currently, when he is not working on software projects or hosting F5 Live: Refres

Sep 6, 2016 • 1:10:36

Sept 4, 2016 - Episode 446

Sept 4, 2016 - Episode 446

This week, Google scales back again, Nintendo might be returning to its roots and YouTube claims it's not censoring content.

Sep 4, 2016 • 1:17:25

Episode 445

Episode 445

This week, WhatsApp shares data, PlayStation shares games and artists share space on Spotify.

Aug 28, 2016 • 1:07:32

Episode 443

Episode 443

This week, HP moves away from Android, Microsoft moves towards Beam and Hulu moves their free service to Yahoo.

Aug 14, 2016 • 1:04:18

Episode 442

Episode 442

This week, Pokemon GO causes legal heartache, Facebook begins removing misleading stories and Hulu begins to prepare for live video.

Aug 7, 2016 • 1:11:19

Episode 441

Episode 441

This week, Facebook goes to court, Yahoo goes to Verizon and Stranger Things goes on.

Jul 31, 2016 • 1:28:40

Episode 440

Episode 440

This week, messaging makes money again, Yahoo approaches the end and Microsoft loves HD.

Jul 17, 2016 • 1:28:27

Episode 439

Episode 439

This week, Pokemon GO takes over the world, HummingBad takes over your phone and Amazon takes a chance with Warner Bros.

Jul 10, 2016 • 1:14:10

Episode 438

Episode 438

This week, Dell discontinues a commodity, Facebook downplays news and Apple buys obscurity.

Jul 3, 2016 • 1:31:46

Episode 437

Episode 437

This week, Lenovo makes it easy to steal your data, Google makes a big push out of Fiber and Netflix considers playing offline.

Jun 26, 2016 • 1:21:39

Episode 436

Episode 436

This week, Windows says Hello to wearables, Twitter says no thanks to Yahoo and the world says meh to Google Magenta's music.

Jun 5, 2016 • 1:23:47

Episode 435

Episode 435

DescriptionThis week, Apple loses a lawsuit, TBS gains some gaming and Amazon is looking for new shows.ParticipantsScott ErtzHostScott is a developer who has worked on projects of varying sizes, including all of the PLUGHITZ Corporation properties. He is also known in the gaming world for his time supporting the rhythm game community, through DDRLover and hosting tournaments throughout the Tampa Bay Area. Currently, when he is not working on software projects or hosting F5 Live: Refreshing Techn

May 29, 2016 • 1:01:30

Episode 434 - Gulf Coast MakerCon

Episode 434 - Gulf Coast MakerCon

This week, we're at Gulf Coast MakerCon 2016!

Apr 9, 2016 • 3:59:54

Episode 433

Episode 433

This week, Microsoft goes a little crazy, Capcom goes to little screens and Kanye West goes a little more crazy.

Apr 3, 2016 • 1:22:46

Episode 432

Episode 432

DescriptionThis week, Amazon flips its decision on encryption, Yahoo flip-flops on selling its assets and E3 is just flopping.ParticipantsScott ErtzHostScott is a developer who has worked on projects of varying sizes, including all of the PLUGHITZ Corporation properties. He is also known in the gaming world for his time supporting the rhythm game community, through DDRLover and hosting tournaments throughout the Tampa Bay Area. Currently, when he is not working on software projects or hosting F5

Mar 6, 2016 • 1:22:35

Episode 431

Episode 431

This week, mobile is at the forefront at MWC, GameStop attempts to corner the VR market and Kanye doesn't understand the Internet.

Feb 21, 2016 • 1:14:19

Episode 430

Episode 430

This week, Facebook might launch a video service, Circuit City comes back from the dead and EA decides to Play, but not with E3.

Jan 31, 2016 • 1:30:31

Episode 429

Episode 429

This week, the big ISPs hate smaller competition, Valve adds new support to its SteamOS and Netflix doubles down on content, but might block you from watching it.

Jan 24, 2016 • 1:28:34

Episode 428

Episode 428

This week, CES is in the books, malware continues to plague Android and we find out what to look for in a laptop in 2016.

Jan 17, 2016 • 1:11:43

Episode 427

Episode 427

This week, CES 2016 is bigger, better and... did you see shrimp? Because I did.

Jan 3, 2016 • 56:17

Episode 426

Episode 426

This week, Microsoft has last-minute gift ideas, Avram has ideas to improve your new PC and we have a year to review.

Dec 20, 2015 • 1:26:12

Episode 425

Episode 425

This week, Disney hates when people take pictures of their products, backers hate when their investments get delayed by three years and the US Department of Transportation hates the nation's current infrastructure so much, that it launched a challenge to fix it.

Dec 13, 2015 • 1:20:26

Episode 424

Episode 424

This week, Firefox removes a source of income, a Prenda Law lawyer is forced to remove himself from his home and Dave Chappelle removes technology from his shows.

Dec 6, 2015 • 1:06:28

Episode 423

Episode 423

This week, Cortana rises to new platforms, the PlayStation 4 continues to imitate and Black Friday causes a blackout for two popular online retailers.

Nov 29, 2015 • 1:23:30

Episode 422

Episode 422

This week, the mobile world is a little more difficult than it seems, Yahoo blocks people who block them and we've got Avram Piltch for the entire show!

Nov 22, 2015 • 1:08:11

Episode 421

Episode 421

This week, the FCC doesn't care about your privacy, Activision has taken the King and new Android malware threatens to take over your mobile device.

Nov 8, 2015 • 1:21:24

Episode 420

Episode 420

This week, we're back in the studio, we recap IBM and Avram brings the gadgets.

Nov 1, 2015 • 1:17:57

IBM Insight 2015 - Episode 419

IBM Insight 2015 - Episode 419

This week, we're at IBM Insight 2015 talking about analytics and what we expect from the company over the next year.

Nov 1, 2015 • 48:05

Pinellas Comic and Maker Con 2015 - Episode 418 (Part 3)

Pinellas Comic and Maker Con 2015 - Episode 418 (Part 3)

This week, we're at Pinellas Comic and Maker Con 2015. We are joined by artists, cosplayers, makers and more, to talk about who they are, what they do and why they do it.

Oct 29, 2015 • 1:05:21

Pinellas Comic and Maker Con 2015 - Episode 418 (Part 2)

Pinellas Comic and Maker Con 2015 - Episode 418 (Part 2)

This week, we're at Pinellas Comic and Maker Con 2015. We are joined by artists, cosplayers, makers and more, to talk about who they are, what they do and why they do it.

Oct 29, 2015 • 1:05:41

Pinellas Comic and Maker Con 2015 - Episode 418 (Part 1)

Pinellas Comic and Maker Con 2015 - Episode 418 (Part 1)

This week, we're at Pinellas Comic and Maker Con 2015. We are joined by artists, cosplayers, makers and more, to talk about who they are, what they do and why they do it.

Oct 29, 2015 • 57:13

ROBOTICON Tampa Bay 2015 - Episode 417 (Part 3)

ROBOTICON Tampa Bay 2015 - Episode 417 (Part 3)

This week, we're at ROBOTICON Tampa Bay 2015. ROBOTICON is a FIRST Robotics showcase competition involving teams from Junior FIRST Lego League (Jr. FLL), FIRST Lego League (FLL), FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC) and FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC). Scott and Daniele talk with members of teams, program partners, sponsors and organizers.

Oct 19, 2015 • 59:28

ROBOTICON Tampa Bay 2015 - Episode 417 (Part 2)

ROBOTICON Tampa Bay 2015 - Episode 417 (Part 2)

This week, we're at ROBOTICON Tampa Bay 2015. ROBOTICON is a FIRST Robotics showcase competition involving teams from Junior FIRST Lego League (Jr. FLL), FIRST Lego League (FLL), FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC) and FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC). Scott and Daniele talk with members of teams, program partners, sponsors and organizers.

Oct 19, 2015 • 1:00:22

ROBOTICON Tampa Bay 2015 - Episode 417 (Part 1)

ROBOTICON Tampa Bay 2015 - Episode 417 (Part 1)

This week, we're at ROBOTICON Tampa Bay 2015. ROBOTICON is a FIRST Robotics showcase competition involving teams from Junior FIRST Lego League (Jr. FLL), FIRST Lego League (FLL), FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC) and FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC). Scott and Daniele talk with members of teams, program partners, sponsors and organizers.

Oct 19, 2015 • 57:44

Mizucon 2015 - Episode 416

Mizucon 2015 - Episode 416

This week, we are at Mizucon 2015 with the 3000 Brigade, talking about their upcoming show with 3000 Brigade Podcast host Trey Davis and much of the rest of the cast.

Oct 9, 2015 • 55:08

Episode 415

Episode 415

This week, Call of Duty decides to be half the game it used to be, Australlia plays a real version of Second Life when it comes to Facebook friends and Pandora pays artists pennies because of the government.

Sep 27, 2015 • 1:20:09

Episode 414

Episode 414

This week, Xbox stays true to the 360, Star Wars might be up for a re-release and AVG makes users think twice about their products.

Sep 20, 2015 • 1:14:13

Episode 413

Episode 413

This week, Verizon gets social with its media, Amazon drops it low on its tablets and Google adds more fiber to 3 cities' diets.

Sep 13, 2015 • 1:10:00

Episode 412

Episode 412

This week, Apple might be crossing over to new platforms, Hulu goes commercial free and Machinima pays the price for Xbox ads.

Sep 6, 2015 • 1:07:48

Episode 411

Episode 411

This week, Samsung pushes ads to the phone, Google forgets about forgotten articles and it's Popcorn Time!!

Aug 26, 2015 • 1:10:46

Episode 410

Episode 410

This week, Google knows its Alphabet, the NFL uses the power of the Surface and Crackdown 3 uses the power of the cloud.

Aug 16, 2015 • 1:04:00

Episode 409

Episode 409

This week, Verizon loses its contracts, BitTorrent keeps its cool with RIAA and Microsoft kills it at Gamescom.

Aug 9, 2015 • 1:27:32

Episode 408

Episode 408

This week, the Super Bowl commercializes the Internet, Razer buys Ouya for the name and Uber tries to hook up with old people.

Aug 2, 2015 • 1:20:52

Episode 407

Episode 407

This week, Google purges the Plus, AT&T and DirecTV finally join forces and China lets gamers game.

Jul 26, 2015 • 1:17:28

Episode 406

Episode 406

This week, Prime Day was sub-prime, Netflix' price raise may be past its prime and the Xbox One game streaming finally hits prime time!

Jul 19, 2015 • 1:17:48

Episode 405

Episode 405

This week, Microsoft yet again sends the tech world into a frenzy, Pluto is in the news for two reasons and the gaming world sadly lost a pioneer.

Jul 12, 2015 • 1:29:46

Episode 404: Episode Not Found

Episode 404: Episode Not Found

This week, Minecraft goes into Story Mode, YouTube lets companies claim America's songs and Microsoft shoots off 4 updates for Windows 10.

Jul 5, 2015 • 1:06:48

Episode 403

Episode 403

This week, Apple issues a confusing policy about Civil War games, the NFL meets VR and Google goes into Chromium and pulls right back out.

Jun 28, 2015 • 1:28:47

Episode 402

Episode 402

This week, the head of Twitter is out, the MLB really is America's past-time and YouTube goes for a headshot on Twitch.

Jun 14, 2015 • 1:32:33

Episode 401

Episode 401

This week, Showtime shows off with Apple, Marissa Mayer keeps shrinking Yahoo's portfolio and T-Mobile tries again, but this time it's with Dish.

Jun 7, 2015 • 1:18:34

Episode 400

Episode 400

This week, Charter tries again with Time Warner, Microsoft slims up the cloud and the FBI accidentally promotes sex and drugs.

May 31, 2015 • 1:09:02

Episode 399

Episode 399

Hosted by Scott Ertz and Nicholas DiMeo, F5 Live is a livecast covering the worlds of gadgets, gaming, Internet and media.

May 24, 2015 • 1:33:06

Episode 398

Episode 398

This week, TiVo tries to make Aereo legal, Nintendo goes Universal and Verizon says you've still got mail.

May 17, 2015 • 1:14:35

Collision 2015 Pre-Show - Episode 395

Collision 2015 Pre-Show - Episode 395

This week, we collide with all of the announcements, news and interviews from Collision Conference 2015.

May 3, 2015 • 55:21

Episode 394

Episode 394

This week, we're building to a conference, Windows 10 could be just around the corner and can the Intel Compute Stick really compute?

Apr 26, 2015 • 1:05:35

Episode 393 - Gulf Coast MakerCon 2015

Episode 393 - Gulf Coast MakerCon 2015

This week, we're live from Gulf Coast MakerCon 2015 in Tampa, FL.

Apr 18, 2015 • 3:21:59

Episode 392

Episode 392

This week, BitTorrent launches a browser, Bitcoin loses money and YouTube goes ad-free.

Apr 12, 2015 • 1:28:25

Episode 391

Episode 391

This week, Sony rights the ship, the FTC distrusts Google but then doesn't and Nintendo teams up to make mobile games.

Mar 22, 2015 • 1:13:40

Episode 390 - Orlando FRC Regional

Episode 390 - Orlando FRC Regional

This week, we head to Orlando for the FIRST FRC Orlando Regional. We speak to team members and alumni about their experiences with the organization.

Mar 13, 2015 • 1:42:48

Episode 389

Episode 389

This week, Maxis shuts its doors and its cities, HBO peaks out of its cable paywall and mobile payment systems run rampant in Barcelona.

Mar 8, 2015 • 1:04:21

Episode 388

Episode 388

This week, Twitter takes on the trolls, GameStop sets up Shack and Fable restores meaning in free to play.

Mar 1, 2015 • 1:03:05

Episode 387

Episode 387

This week, Google stops being childish, Sling lets you take back TV and Evolve's DLC practices aren't very evolved from former DLC practices.

Feb 15, 2015 • 1:14:44

Episode 386

Episode 386

This week, RadioShack closes its doors, Twitter says it sucks and Zelda gets real.

Feb 8, 2015 • 1:20:05

Episode 385

Episode 385

This week, Windows goes to 10, YouTube goes on at halftime and Verizon goes to the finish line with FiOS.

Jan 25, 2015 • 1:41:55

Episode 384

Episode 384

This week, Sony's not leaving, Facebook goes to work and Google can't play nice with others.

Jan 18, 2015 • 1:09:49

Episode 383

Episode 383

This week, a new year, a new studio and a CES recap.

Jan 11, 2015 • 1:43:02

Episode 382 - CES 2015 Pre-Show

Episode 382 - CES 2015 Pre-Show

This week, we're back in Vegas and ready to talk tech! Eric Palonen from Denon Professional and Marantz Professional premieres two products: a business body camera and a multi-platform screen streaming platform.

Jan 4, 2015 • 56:26

Episode 381

Episode 381

This week, Sony's gone mad and we're off to Vegas soon!

Dec 21, 2014 • 1:24:55

Episode 380

Episode 380

This week, Microsoft's Windows 10 event could get exciting, the Connect America program gets a bandwidth upgrade and YouTube gets desperate so it whips out its wallet.

Dec 14, 2014 • 1:18:17

Episode 379

Episode 379

This week, Lizards take down Xbox, North Korea might be involved in the Sony breach and Verizon starts to shut down 3G.

Dec 7, 2014 • 1:18:32

Episode 378

Episode 378

This week, Sony loses money AND data, Nielsen skips over mobile viewing and cheap tablets are more problems than their worth.

Nov 30, 2014 • 1:09:56

Episode 377

Episode 377

This week, Google settles with the Rockstars, G4's time ends with an auction and GameStop plays the pot-kettle game by claiming Microsoft and Sony are ruining the gaming industry.

Nov 23, 2014 • 1:24:41

Episode 376

Episode 376

DescriptionThis week, Taylor Swift hates the Internet, the Internet's dark tubes get taken down by the feds and Blizzard introduces a new FPS.ParticipantsScott ErtzHostScott is a developer who has worked on projects of varying sizes, including all of the PLUGHITZ Corporation properties. He is also known in the gaming world for his time supporting the rhythm game community, through DDRLover and hosting tournaments throughout the Tampa Bay Area. Currently, when he is not working on software projec

Nov 9, 2014 • 1:20:47

Episode 375

Episode 375

This week, Hungary ditches a money-hungry Internet tax, Alienware replaces SteamOS with better software and Microsoft bounces back with the Band.

Nov 2, 2014 • 1:18:22

Episode 374

Episode 374

This week, Ello puts an ad blocker on its company, Stitcher gets sewn in with Deezer and one bad Apple turns into two bad weeks.

Oct 26, 2014 • 1:28:02

Episode 373

Episode 373

This week, HBO goes solo, Sony rests its laurels on the success of the PS4 and one town says Comcast isn't welcome in those there parts.

Oct 19, 2014 • 1:24:27

Episode 372 - Roboticon Tampa Bay 2014

Episode 372 - Roboticon Tampa Bay 2014

DescriptionThis week, we are broadcasting live from Roboticon Tampa Bay 2014 at the University of Tampa!ParticipantsScott ErtzHostScott is a developer who has worked on projects of varying sizes, including all of the PLUGHITZ Corporation properties. He is also known in the gaming world for his time supporting the rhythm game community, through DDRLover and hosting tournaments throughout the Tampa Bay Area. Currently, when he is not working on software projects or hosting F5 Live: Refreshing Tech

Oct 12, 2014 • 2:00:50

Episode 371

Episode 371

DescriptionThis week, we go to 3000 from the Brigade down in Miami!ParticipantsScott ErtzHostScott is a developer who has worked on projects of varying sizes, including all of the PLUGHITZ Corporation properties. He is also known in the gaming world for his time supporting the rhythm game community, through DDRLover and hosting tournaments throughout the Tampa Bay Area. Currently, when he is not working on software projects or hosting F5 Live: Refreshing Technology, Scott can often be found retu

Oct 5, 2014 • 56:19

Episode 370

Episode 370

DescriptionThis week, we discuss why these new Apples are finally Cook'd.ParticipantsScott ErtzHostScott is a developer who has worked on projects of varying sizes, including all of the PLUGHITZ Corporation properties. He is also known in the gaming world for his time supporting the rhythm game community, through DDRLover and hosting tournaments throughout the Tampa Bay Area. Currently, when he is not working on software projects or hosting F5 Live: Refreshing Technology, Scott can often be foun

Sep 28, 2014 • 1:18:46

Episode 369

Episode 369

DescriptionThis week, Clippy might invade Minecraft, hackers invade the Bitcoin founder's email address and Apple evades the iGeneration of devices.ParticipantsScott ErtzHostScott is a developer who has worked on projects of varying sizes, including all of the PLUGHITZ Corporation properties. He is also known in the gaming world for his time supporting the rhythm game community, through DDRLover and hosting tournaments throughout the Tampa Bay Area. Currently, when he is not working on software

Sep 14, 2014 • 1:27:24

Episode 368

Episode 368

DescriptionThis week, we say goodbye to Windows Live Messenger, we say hello to a new owner of Twitch and Netflix says "thank you" to one of Hulu's owners for a hit show.ParticipantsScott ErtzHostScott is a developer who has worked on projects of varying sizes, including all of the PLUGHITZ Corporation properties. He is also known in the gaming world for his time supporting the rhythm game community, through DDRLover and hosting tournaments throughout the Tampa Bay Area. Currently, when he is no

Aug 31, 2014 • 1:19:24

Episode 367

Episode 367

DescriptionThis week, Sony gets hit with hackers again, Ballmer focuses on basketball and the House of Representatives messes with the Internet.ParticipantsScott ErtzHostScott is a developer who has worked on projects of varying sizes, including all of the PLUGHITZ Corporation properties. He is also known in the gaming world for his time supporting the rhythm game community, through DDRLover and hosting tournaments throughout the Tampa Bay Area. Currently, when he is not working on software proj

Aug 24, 2014 • 1:23:14

Episode 366

Episode 366

DescriptionThis week, Gamescom brings out the true colors of the big two, Xbox original programming might find a new home at Warner Bros. and the FCC might care about your feelings on net neutrality.ParticipantsScott ErtzHostScott is a developer who has worked on projects of varying sizes, including all of the PLUGHITZ Corporation properties. He is also known in the gaming world for his time supporting the rhythm game community, through DDRLover and hosting tournaments throughout the Tampa Bay A

Aug 17, 2014 • 1:11:33

Episode 365

Episode 365

DescriptionThis week, Samsung won't pay the royalties, Twitch attracts some heat after its changes and Facebook surprisingly supports your privacy.ParticipantsScott ErtzHostScott is a developer who has worked on projects of varying sizes, including all of the PLUGHITZ Corporation properties. He is also known in the gaming world for his time supporting the rhythm game community, through DDRLover and hosting tournaments throughout the Tampa Bay Area. Currently, when he is not working on software p

Aug 10, 2014 • 1:10:27

Episode 364

Episode 364

DescriptionThis week, the FDA embraces tech that scares the FTC, ESPN might expand beyond The International and ICANN says "You can't" to countries wanting to own their own top-level domains.ParticipantsScott ErtzHostScott is a developer who has worked on projects of varying sizes, including all of the PLUGHITZ Corporation properties. He is also known in the gaming world for his time supporting the rhythm game community, through DDRLover and hosting tournaments throughout the Tampa Bay Area. Cur

Aug 3, 2014 • 1:15:25

Episode 363

Episode 363

DescriptionThis week, Amazon is trying to do too much at once, Google is trying to buyout the competition and the FTC is trying to explain why health and Internet things are scary.ParticipantsScott ErtzHostScott is a developer who has worked on projects of varying sizes, including all of the PLUGHITZ Corporation properties. He is also known in the gaming world for his time supporting the rhythm game community, through DDRLover and hosting tournaments throughout the Tampa Bay Area. Currently, whe

Jul 27, 2014 • 1:12:33

Episode 362

Episode 362

DescriptionThis week, nVIDIA tries again with Android, Russia tries again to cover things up and our government tries to look like it's being productive.ParticipantsScott ErtzHostScott is a developer who has worked on projects of varying sizes, including all of the PLUGHITZ Corporation properties. He is also known in the gaming world for his time supporting the rhythm game community, through DDRLover and hosting tournaments throughout the Tampa Bay Area. Currently, when he is not working on soft

Jul 20, 2014 • 1:13:18

Episode 361

Episode 361

DescriptionThis week, Aereo tries to fit in with the cable companies, China says the most popular device the country manufactures is a national security threat and Curse throws a curveball to the PC gaming industry.ParticipantsScott ErtzHostScott is a developer who has worked on projects of varying sizes, including all of the PLUGHITZ Corporation properties. He is also known in the gaming world for his time supporting the rhythm game community, through DDRLover and hosting tournaments throughout

Jul 13, 2014 • 1:11:03

Episode 360

Episode 360

DescriptionThis week, the feds protect Facebook from a scammer, Cliff Bleszinski launches an epic new studio and Samsung forgets about media to work on hardware.ParticipantsScott ErtzHostScott is a developer who has worked on projects of varying sizes, including all of the PLUGHITZ Corporation properties. He is also known in the gaming world for his time supporting the rhythm game community, through DDRLover and hosting tournaments throughout the Tampa Bay Area. Currently, when he is not working

Jul 6, 2014 • 1:15:08

Episode 359

Episode 359

DescriptionThis week, the Supreme Court takes a stance on both your privacy and your entertainment, Mario Kart takes the Wii U to another level and Alibaba takes on the other exchange.ParticipantsScott ErtzHostScott is a developer who has worked on projects of varying sizes, including all of the PLUGHITZ Corporation properties. He is also known in the gaming world for his time supporting the rhythm game community, through DDRLover and hosting tournaments throughout the Tampa Bay Area. Currently,

Jun 29, 2014 • 1:23:11

Episode 358

Episode 358

DescriptionThis week, T-Mobile's CEO goes on another profane-ridden attack, Spotify might be streaming video and Nintendo doesn't win in World 1-UK.ParticipantsScott ErtzHostScott is a developer who has worked on projects of varying sizes, including all of the PLUGHITZ Corporation properties. He is also known in the gaming world for his time supporting the rhythm game community, through DDRLover and hosting tournaments throughout the Tampa Bay Area. Currently, when he is not working on software

Jun 22, 2014 • 1:07:53

Episode 357

Episode 357

DescriptionThis week, we talk about tech from Taipei, and we get really excited and really let down from the same event about video games.ParticipantsScott ErtzHostScott is a developer who has worked on projects of varying sizes, including all of the PLUGHITZ Corporation properties. He is also known in the gaming world for his time supporting the rhythm game community, through DDRLover and hosting tournaments throughout the Tampa Bay Area. Currently, when he is not working on software projects o

Jun 8, 2014 • 1:09:13

Episode 356

Episode 356

DescriptionThis week, EA shuts down another studio, Samsung hates the Droids they found and whoa...Beats.ParticipantsScott ErtzHostScott is a developer who has worked on projects of varying sizes, including all of the PLUGHITZ Corporation properties. He is also known in the gaming world for his time supporting the rhythm game community, through DDRLover and hosting tournaments throughout the Tampa Bay Area. Currently, when he is not working on software projects or hosting F5 Live: Refreshing Tec

Jun 1, 2014 • 1:09:13

Episode 355

Episode 355

DescriptionThis week, Amazon gets mad at a book publisher over pricing, Windows brings Bing with 8.1 and the lawless Internet town ain't big enough for cable companies and content providers.ParticipantsScott ErtzHostScott is a developer who has worked on projects of varying sizes, including all of the PLUGHITZ Corporation properties. He is also known in the gaming world for his time supporting the rhythm game community, through DDRLover and hosting tournaments throughout the Tampa Bay Area. Curr

May 25, 2014 • 1:22:56

Episode 354

Episode 354

DescriptionThis week, more lost visions from the Xbox 361, more unlawful seizures because of Twitter and more lawsuits with all things Apple and text messaging.ParticipantsScott ErtzHostScott is a developer who has worked on projects of varying sizes, including all of the PLUGHITZ Corporation properties. He is also known in the gaming world for his time supporting the rhythm game community, through DDRLover and hosting tournaments throughout the Tampa Bay Area. Currently, when he is not working

May 18, 2014 • 1:14:42

Episode 353

Episode 353

DescriptionThis week, light is a food, security hole is open and single-player is your Destiny.ParticipantsScott ErtzHostScott is a developer who has worked on projects of varying sizes, including all of the PLUGHITZ Corporation properties. He is also known in the gaming world for his time supporting the rhythm game community, through DDRLover and hosting tournaments throughout the Tampa Bay Area. Currently, when he is not working on software projects or hosting F5 Live: Refreshing Technology, S

May 4, 2014 • 1:16:01

Episode 352

Episode 352

DescriptionThis week, Zynga's beginning to look a lot like Xbox, police stations are beginning to look a lot like Starbucks with the help of Facebook and Microkia is beginning the takeover.ParticipantsScott ErtzHostScott is a developer who has worked on projects of varying sizes, including all of the PLUGHITZ Corporation properties. He is also known in the gaming world for his time supporting the rhythm game community, through DDRLover and hosting tournaments throughout the Tampa Bay Area. Curre

Apr 27, 2014 • 1:13:17

Episode 351

Episode 351

DescriptionThis week, GameSpy gets replaced with a Ranger, Xbox goes all in with original content and Prenda Law is just a pretender in court.ParticipantsScott ErtzHostScott is a developer who has worked on projects of varying sizes, including all of the PLUGHITZ Corporation properties. He is also known in the gaming world for his time supporting the rhythm game community, through DDRLover and hosting tournaments throughout the Tampa Bay Area. Currently, when he is not working on software projec

Apr 13, 2014 • 1:08:08

Part 3, Gulf Coast MakerCon 2014 - Episode 350

Part 3, Gulf Coast MakerCon 2014 - Episode 350

DescriptionLive from Gulf Coast MakerCon 2014, Scott Ertz and Nicholas DiMeo talk with members of the Tampa maker community about their projects and inspirations. #gcmakers This week, we have Makers, movers and shakers! This is part 3 of 3 of the show.ParticipantsScott ErtzHostScott is a developer who has worked on projects of varying sizes, including all of the PLUGHITZ Corporation properties. He is also known in the gaming world for his time supporting the rhythm game community, through DDRLov

Apr 5, 2014 • 59:57

Part 2, Gulf Coast MakerCon 2014 - Episode 350

Part 2, Gulf Coast MakerCon 2014 - Episode 350

DescriptionLive from Gulf Coast MakerCon 2014, Scott Ertz and Nicholas DiMeo talk with members of the Tampa maker community about their projects and inspirations. #gcmakers This week, we have Makers, movers and shakers! This is part 2 of 3 of the show.ParticipantsScott ErtzHostScott is a developer who has worked on projects of varying sizes, including all of the PLUGHITZ Corporation properties. He is also known in the gaming world for his time supporting the rhythm game community, through DDRLov

Apr 5, 2014 • 49:23

Part 1, Gulf Coast MakerCon 2014 - Episode 350

Part 1, Gulf Coast MakerCon 2014 - Episode 350

DescriptionLive from Gulf Coast MakerCon 2014, Scott Ertz and Nicholas DiMeo talk with members of the Tampa maker community about their projects and inspirations. #gcmakers This week, we have Makers, movers and shakers! This is part 1 of 3 of the show.ParticipantsScott ErtzHostScott is a developer who has worked on projects of varying sizes, including all of the PLUGHITZ Corporation properties. He is also known in the gaming world for his time supporting the rhythm game community, through DDRLov

Apr 5, 2014 • 1:00:44

Episode 349

Episode 349

DescriptionThis week, Facebook panics in the virtual world, Mozilla employees want to Fire the head Fox and my Tube has a first name and it's Y-A-H-O-O.ParticipantsScott ErtzHostScott is a developer who has worked on projects of varying sizes, including all of the PLUGHITZ Corporation properties. He is also known in the gaming world for his time supporting the rhythm game community, through DDRLover and hosting tournaments throughout the Tampa Bay Area. Currently, when he is not working on softw

Mar 30, 2014 • 1:17:03

Episode 348

Episode 348

DescriptionThis week, an affordable game engine is Unreal, Microsoft shuts down an internal leak of its code and as magically as it disappeared, 200,000 Bitcoin has reappeared.ParticipantsScott ErtzHostScott is a developer who has worked on projects of varying sizes, including all of the PLUGHITZ Corporation properties. He is also known in the gaming world for his time supporting the rhythm game community, through DDRLover and hosting tournaments throughout the Tampa Bay Area. Currently, when he

Mar 23, 2014 • 1:08:04

Episode 347 - FIRST Robotics Competition, Orlando Regional

Episode 347 - FIRST Robotics Competition, Orlando Regional

DescriptionThis week, the team ventures to Orlando to cover the FIRST Robotics Competition Orlando Regional. They talk with members of: FRC Team 79 - Krunch FRC Team 2425 - Hydra FRC Team 5276 - Edgar Allan Ohms FRC Team 2383 - Ninjineers FRC Team 21 - ComBBAT FRC Team 4024 - Jokers FRC Team 1902 - Exploding Bacon FTC Team 7477 - Super 7 They also talk with: Greg Hale - Walt Disney Parks & Resorts Terri Willingham - FIRST in Central Florida Joel Croteau - AmeriCorps VISTA Michael Holman - EA Spo

Mar 14, 2014 • 1:44:08

Episode 346

Episode 346

DescriptionThis week, GameFly gets a beta, Newsweek forces mass Internet hysteria and Marvel brings audio to comics.ParticipantsScott ErtzHostScott is a developer who has worked on projects of varying sizes, including all of the PLUGHITZ Corporation properties. He is also known in the gaming world for his time supporting the rhythm game community, through DDRLover and hosting tournaments throughout the Tampa Bay Area. Currently, when he is not working on software projects or hosting F5 Live: Ref

Mar 9, 2014 • 1:04:09

Episode 345

Episode 345

DescriptionThis week, Japan, Europe and Barcelona!ParticipantsScott ErtzHostScott is a developer who has worked on projects of varying sizes, including all of the PLUGHITZ Corporation properties. He is also known in the gaming world for his time supporting the rhythm game community, through DDRLover and hosting tournaments throughout the Tampa Bay Area. Currently, when he is not working on software projects or hosting F5 Live: Refreshing Technology, Scott can often be found returning to his high

Mar 2, 2014 • 1:08:26

Episode 344

Episode 344

DescriptionThis week, Netflix tries to fix its lag, Facebook overpays to stay competitive and game devs place bounties on hackers.ParticipantsScott ErtzHostScott is a developer who has worked on projects of varying sizes, including all of the PLUGHITZ Corporation properties. He is also known in the gaming world for his time supporting the rhythm game community, through DDRLover and hosting tournaments throughout the Tampa Bay Area. Currently, when he is not working on software projects or hostin

Feb 23, 2014 • 1:01:30

Episode 343

Episode 343

DescriptionThis week, Microsoft's valentine might not be the PC, the wireless kill switch could be engaged by Congress and Comcast could become the king of all video things.ParticipantsScott ErtzHostScott is a developer who has worked on projects of varying sizes, including all of the PLUGHITZ Corporation properties. He is also known in the gaming world for his time supporting the rhythm game community, through DDRLover and hosting tournaments throughout the Tampa Bay Area. Currently, when he is

Feb 16, 2014 • 1:21:07

Episode 342

Episode 342

DescriptionThis week, Amazon is seeing double with gaming, Twitter sees red but pretends it's gold and Scott sees that the dark side isn't so great after all. ParticipantsScott ErtzHostScott is a developer who has worked on projects of varying sizes, including all of the PLUGHITZ Corporation properties. He is also known in the gaming world for his time supporting the rhythm game community, through DDRLover and hosting tournaments throughout the Tampa Bay Area. Currently, when he is not working o

Feb 9, 2014 • 1:38:05

Episode 341

Episode 341

DescriptionThis week, King rules over candy, Gmail has a secret, empty love for Hotmail and Verizon makes FiOS pretty with videos.ParticipantsScott ErtzHostScott is a developer who has worked on projects of varying sizes, including all of the PLUGHITZ Corporation properties. He is also known in the gaming world for his time supporting the rhythm game community, through DDRLover and hosting tournaments throughout the Tampa Bay Area. Currently, when he is not working on software projects or hostin

Jan 26, 2014 • 1:10:51

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