Tech Talk for Families (Enhanced): Technology, toy, and video game news for YOUR family
Summary: Tech Talk for Families provides a weekly podcast featuring Dale and Teresa, a dad and mom of three children who also served as licensed foster parents. Dale uses his training in teaching, speaking, and writing to bring you the information you need, and Teresa holds a degree in elementary education and over a decade as a full-time mom. They combine their training, experience, and lifelong interest in technology (and a houseful of electronics, computers, and video game consoles!) to bring you weekly technology news that actually matters to your family. While news and reviews from the the major tech media are useful, who knows more about what your child will like to play or how to deck out your minivan, a childless pundit or a full-time mom? Each podcast includes news about recalls, upcoming products, reviews of the latest gadgets and video games, and interviews with those in the tech industry. Subscribe to either the iTunes enhanced feed or the standard mp3 feed.
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Podcasts:
Dale and Teresa bring you a thanks and a request. Tech News: * Are you still on Dial-Up? * Self-Filling Water Cooler Video Game News * New RPG for iPod Reviews We discuss our latest reviews and play a little Rock Band. Feedback * Call our feedback line: 206-339-6480 * Leave a voice message with your computer microphone * Or e-mail us * Digg Us! * And check out the Extras for more news, reviews, and other content. Other Podcasts Mentioned: * Dancing with Elephants Music by Kevin McLeod
Myst, greatest puzzle game ever, is back, this time on the DS. Dale interviews Manny Granillo, Senior Producer for MYST DS, to talk about the game then and now. He also drops some hints about a similar game coming in the future. Other links for more information * Myst * Cyan * Cyan Worlds And watch for a full review soon.
Dale and Teresa take a break from jamming on Rock Band for Wii to bring you a news update. Toy News: * Woolworth's predicts the hot Christmas toys Tech News: * Get a 3G iPhone without a contract * USB Animal Massager Reviews Feedback * Call our feedback line: 206-339-6480 * Leave a voice message with your computer microphone * Or e-mail us * Digg Us! * And check out the Extras for more news, reviews, and other content. Music by Kevin McLeod
Tracy Rosenthal-Newsom, Director of Production at Harmonix, makers of Rock Band, joins us to talk about the newly released Rock Band for Wii. Is Rock Band the ultimate family game? Feedback * Call our feedback line: 206-339-6480 * Leave a voice message with your computer microphone * Or e-mail us * Digg Us! * And check out the Extras for more news, reviews, and other content. Music by Kevin McLeod
After a week of no news, we went to hang out with the Dancing with Elephants crew and had a blast. Tech News: * Web Browser Speed Tests * YouTube to add full-length movies Reviews Feedback * Papa Bear called in. And yes, the basement is dry! * Call our feedback line: 206-339-6480 * Leave a voice message with your computer microphone * Or e-mail us * Digg Us! * And check out the Extras for more news, reviews, and other content. Music by Kevin McLeod
Dale and Teresa wash up on shore and bring you some interesting news from the world of animation. Toy News: * Cartoon Characters Redesigned: Strawberry Shortcake, Mickey Mouse, Angelina Ballerina, and more get a makeover Tech News: * Disney streams movies free * Before you reserve your 3G iPhone: * It's more expensive than the previous version * TomTom is making a GPS app for it...or not * But you might get a rebate if you still want it Feedback * Matt sends his best wishes. * Call our feedback line: 206-339-6480 * Leave a voice message with your computer microphone * Or e-mail us * Digg Us! * And check out the Extras for more news, reviews, and other content. Music by Kevin McLeod
Dale answers a weather question and a poses one for our Korean listeners. Don't forget our contest! Tech News: * iPhone 3G: Is it for you? * MobileMe: Me.com replaces .Mac And * Apple previews the new Mac OS X, so Dale makes a cautious prediction New reviews at our website Feedback * Call our feedback line: 206-339-6480 * Leave a voice message with your computer microphone * Or e-mail us * Digg Us! * And check out the Extras for more news, reviews, and other content. Music by Kevin McLeod
Teresa's still a bit scratchy, but she's back, and she doesn't let a little thing like a failing voice hold her back. Tech News: * Recycle your gadgets at Best Buy * Pet Plant, the digital flower pot * Jump a car without lifting the hood Feedback * John sent us a voicemail about old toy safety. Check out the Consumer Product Safety Commission's notification page and toy recall page. * Call our feedback line: 206-339-6480 * Leave a voice message with your computer microphone * Or e-mail us * Digg Us! * And check out the Extras for more news, reviews, and other content. Music by Kevin McLeod
Just Dale is back again with a consumer action question. Safety Information: * Lead Still Found in Toys Tech News: * Disney Coming to TiVo * Are you allergic to Wi-Fi? Video Game News * Quit Smoking with your Nintendo DS Feedback * Don't forget our contest * Call our feedback line: 206-339-6480 * Leave a voice message with your computer microphone * Or e-mail us * Digg Us! * And check out the Extras for more news, reviews, and other content. Music by Kevin McLeod
Dale's still flying solo, and we've extended our contest to June 16. Go sign up again if you tried before. It works now. Tech News: * Phishing for iTunes Users and how to avoid the scam * Get a break on your cell phone contract, plus a tip to save some money in the long run * Watch a movie with a long distance friend * Return a lost camera and a tip how to get your lost camera back Video Game News: * Guitar Hero World Tour price and details Reviews: * Speed Racer for the Nintendo Wii and DS by Ringmaster Greg * Webkinz.com * Lego Technic Dune Buggy & Tractor * Summer Sports Paradise Island for Wii Feedback * Call our feedback line: 206-339-6480 * Leave a voice message with your computer microphone * Or e-mail us * Digg Us! * And check out the Extras for more news, reviews, and other content. Music by Kevin McLeod
Dale got a chance to catch up with the CEO of one of his favorite Web 2.0 services, Jott.com. John Pollard talks about the great free service and how it can help your family. If you're not using it, check it out. If you are, pick up some tips to get more use out of it! Feedback * Call our feedback line: 206-339-6480 * Leave a voice message with your computer microphone * Or e-mail us * Digg Us! * And check out the Extras for more news, reviews, and other content. Music by Kevin McLeod
Dale's back solo again with a quick update. Tech News: * How does the Internet affect your tech purchases? Video Game News and Reviews: * Guitar Hero IV Details Feedback * Call our feedback line: 206-339-6480 * Leave a voice message with your computer microphone * Or e-mail us * Digg Us! * And check out the Extras for more news, reviews, and other content. Music by Kevin McLeod
Today, Dale interviews Drs. Lawrence Kutner and Cheryl K. Olson, co-founders and directors of the Harvard Medical School Center for Mental Health and Media and co-authors of Grand Theft Childhood. Based on their study of kids and video games, most of what you've heard about violent video games and kids is wrong. Learn what to avoid and what to watch out for. Also, find out the relationship between video games and ADHD.
News * Facebook Safeguards * How easily can kids buy M-Rated games? * WiiWare Launched! Plus, check out our latest reviews, and we have, as promised, a new contest! Feedback * Matt calls in with his thoughts on the new format. * Call our feedback line: 206-339-6480 * Leave a voice message with your computer microphone * Or e-mail us * Digg Us! * And check out the Extras for more news, reviews, and other content. Music by Kevin McLeod
Dale's back with the first of our new format. Tech News: * New Wi-Fi options for old Macs Video Game News * WiiWare is coming May 12 Reviews Listen for our new review format Feedback * Heather called in with more info on Phthalates * Call our feedback line: 206-339-6480 * Leave a voice message with your computer microphone * Or e-mail us * Digg Us! * And check out the Extras for more news, reviews, and other content. Other Podcasts Mentioned: * Short Cummings Audio Music by Kevin McLeod
