User Friendly - The Podcast

Welcome back!We start the fall season off with an extend Q&A.  Join us this week to hear answers to your questions!William Sikkens, Bill Snodgrass, Gretchen Winkler

In this weeks special edition podcast we talk Ahsoka.Also join us for the latest in tech news.William Sikkens, Bill Snodgrass, Gretchen Winkler

This week the show looks at Crypto with a unique app from Klink Finance. Company found Chris James Murphy joins us to discuss some of the ins and outs of this unique approach.Our show will be on season break after this week. We will return with a new episode on September 16.William Sikkens, Bill Snodgrass, Gretchen Winkler

Join us this week for coverage of the Black Hat technology show in Las Vegas!Chaz Wellington brings us the latest from the floor and several unique interviews.William Sikkens, Bill Snodgrass, Gretchen Winkler

In our first segment we talk about the forced use of apps.  More and more listeners are commenting about being required to use a phone with an app - even when physically at a business.  Is this going too far?Our second segment focuses on White Label software.  Our guest Andres Klaric discusses a finance solution their company produces that is used by many financial institutions.  This approach can bring a better user experience and cost less to a business.  Klaric's company, Fuse Finance, delivers one such solution.William Sikkens, Bill Snodgrass, Gretchen Winkler

This week we talk about "Completely Automated Public Turing test to tell Computers and Humans Apart"... you know... CAPTCHA! Those tests where you have to match pictures or letters to do things like submitting a form online.Then, in our second segment our guest is JT Keating, Senior Vice President of Strategic Initiatives at Zimperium. His company is appearing at the 2023 Black Hat conference in Las Vegas and he is discussing mobile security.William Sikkens, Bill Snodgrass, Gretchen Winkler

This week we discuss Real Estate technology - that is the websites that give you a value on your home. Are they accurate.In our second section we discuss coding. This week's guest is Steve Kelley, President of Arganteal. Kelley discusses the issues of reusing scripts with source code and a unique solution.William Sikkens, Bill Snodgrass, Gretchen Winkler

This week we talk abou the actors and writers strike - and answer your questions.William Sikkens, Bill Snodgrass, Gretchen Winkler

This week we discuss how to get free over the air television - without a need for antennas on each TV and full DVR/guide functions.Our second segment is all about the Silver Age Comic Con and cosplay.Check it out!William Sikkens, Bill Snodgrass, Gretchen Winkler

Our first segment this week covers dated technology.  Using dated tech in some cases can cause security and hacking issues - but in others it can save money without a lot of risk.  We take a look at this overall and discuss the worth of upgrading.Then we talk Rage Con!  Role playing at it's best, Bill Snodgrass covers this 3 day event in "the world that makes sense".A preview of the Silver Age Comic Con is dicussed including a winner of 2 free passes to this great event.   William SIkkens, Bill Snodgrass, Gretchen Winkler

This week’s show features two amazing guests.In our first segment artist Dan Lam talks about her upcoming solo exhibition "Cosmic Shake" at Chefas Gallery in Portland. On view July 8 - August 5.In our second segment Jimar Garcia joins us to discuss Intelligent Automation. With the recent advances in AI Garcia tells us how your business can benefit.William Sikkens, Bill Snodgrass, Gretchen Winkler

This week we take a look at the new Superhero movies. Superhero’s may fly, but the movies seems to be crashing.In the second segment we present a Q&A and answer your questions!After that we talk Smart Homes and then discuss large tech deciding when they can lock you out of your email, cell phones and other resources.William Sikkens, Bill Snodgrass, Gretchen Winkler

This week Steve Mehler joins us to talk about the Comstock Paranormal Summit.Then we talk jobs. An AI may conduct your next interview! Our segment guest is Ram Prasad who discusses fractional CPO and CTO options. If you don't know what that is give it a listen!William Sikkens, Steve Mehler, Bill Snodgrass, Gretchen Winkler

This weeks show looks at two different aspects of technology and areas of pop culture that are enabled by technology.In our first half we talk about the latest announcements from Apple in this years Worldwide Developer Conference (WWDC). You get one guess what's on the top of the list! We then take a look at car infotainment systems and compare offerings from Boss, Alpine and Pioneer.In our second segment we meet Eben Matthews, Co-Founder of Macroverse. Macroverse is a company that has created a platform to deliver comic books digitally - but keep the comic book format and feeling. Eben talks about how comic book fans can use his product as well as how comic book publishers can be involved.William Sikkens, Bill Snodgrass, Gretchen WinklerThis weeks podcast is sponsored by Brian Kelly Digital Media (briankelly.digital) and Cruisin' Sherwood 2023 (cruisinsherwood.org).

This week we introduce a new format - let us know what you think!Our first segment looks at online security. We talk about VPN's, email encryption and more. Our guest as the CEO of NordVPN.Then we talk about Sony's "Project Q", their new handheld gaming system. This is a new take on a portable video game system. The team looks back at past gaming consoles, both handheld and non-portable systems.William Sikkens, Bill Snodgrass, Gretchen Winkler

This week we answer your questions on AI.Our first segment addresses your questions about what AI really is and where it is going.Then we talk about Cybernetics - and where it is being used now in a very positive way.Our third segments looks at AI in Science Fiction.William Sikkens, Bill Snodgrass, Gretchen Winkler

This week we talk light technology.Also, after 3 years business is leaving the Metaverse. Is this a billion-dollar fad that has gone bust?Our guest this week is Joan Woodward from Travelers. According to the NHTSA distracted driving claimed 3,522 lives in 2021 and is trending up. Joan Woodward discusses this trend and gives some advise on how to stay safe this summer on the road.William Sikkens, Bill Snodgrass, Gretchen Winkler

Halloween will be here before we know it! Are you planning a light display? There is a lot of new technology out there - and it's never too early to plan.Also Bill Snodgrass discusses the latest news and issues with Wizards of the Coast.William Sikkens, Bill Snodgrass, Gretchen Winkler

Sure, it's May 6th. But May the 4th / Star Wars day was this week!Join us for this weeks episode!William Sikkens, Bill Snodgrass, Gretchen Winkler

Wedding tech - like everything else technology is bring new options to your wedding.  Some are helpful, others are... well weird.  We talk the new trendsWe have heard of electric cars - but there are other options.  Hydrogen Cars are here.Is your WiFi slow?  We talk about this and some tricks to fix it.William Sikkens, Bill Snodgrass, Gretchen Winkler

Our guest this week is Joan Woodward. Joan is President of the Travelers Institute and EVP of Public Policy at Travelers. Any of us are at risk of being hacked - and business, small and large, stand in front of the line. Joan shares tips on avoiding this and talks Cyber Insurance in case you can't.Later, we talk about the risk of damage to our mobile devices. Did you know April is the month of the year when you are most likely to break your phone, tablet or laptop?William Sikkens, Bill Snodgrass, Gretchen Winkler

Production returns this week with two great guests!First, John Penner, Mayor of Orting, WA and CEO of Inquisio.AI talks AI and searching public records.We then look at online reviews - Google vs Yelp - which is better?Second, Joseph Lampert joins us to give his take on ChatGPT.Finally we look back at the Andor series on Disney +William Sikkens, Bill Snodgrass, Gretchen Winkler

Please enjoy this weeks clip show.New material will return next week.William Sikkens, Jeremy and Gretchen Winkler, Bill Snodgrass

Please enjoy a look back at our Thanksgiving clip show.User Friendly will resume production of new material next week.William Sikkens, Jeremy and Gretchen Winkler

This week we have 2 exciting, featured guests!Carol with Hoofprints in the Sand (a horse rescue) joins us to talk shop and a fun family upcoming event on April 1.Then, Sarcos Technology and Robotics Corporation's COO Jorge Pedersen joins us to talk robots. Sarcos offers a very innovative approach to robotics, offering technology that improves people’s lives and safety. William Sikkens, Jeremy and Gretchen Winkler

This week we feature 2 segments with your questions.  Send us your questions at userfriendlyshow.com!Also, this week we continue to talk Star Wars.  With the new season of Mandalorian and more Bad Batch episodes there's a lot to discuss!William Sikkens, Jeremy and Gretchen Winkler

This week we talk NextGen TV.  What is this and can it allow you to get your broadcast channels for free?We also talk about what's involved in putting together a modern website.  There are ways you can do a site that looks great without having to be a master programmer.Finally, Mandalorian Season 3 drops this week.  We talk Star Wars and what we hope to see in the new episodes.  William Sikkens, Jeremy and Gretchen Winkler

International Author Joseph M Lenard joins us this week to discuss his books and related technology. Lenard has published "Terror Strikes... Now" and "How to Write and Publish". In addition, he is a tech guy - and we talk about our preferences in publishing websites.Also, the team discusses the "new" e-commerce site TEMU, the evolution of Internet Service Providers and the Supreme Court's review of Section 230 (related to social media sites).William Sikkens, Jeremy and Gretchen Winkler

The team discusses ChatGPT.Also, it it a good idea to buy used electronics. We take a look at the pros and cons.William Sikkens, Jeremy and Gretchen Winkler

The team looks at all the different types of comic cons that exist.  From gaming to cosplay to classic comic books there is something for everyone.We also talk about computer language translation and how it has progressed over the years.William Sikkens, Jeremy and Gretchen Winkler

This week we start to answer listener questions relating to the format wars of video.The team discusses Season 2 of Bad Batch.William Sikkens, Jeremy and Gretchen Winkler.

We dig deeper into weird and unusual tech this week.  Check out some of these "unusual" devices.Also we talk about identity theft and tech protection.  William Sikkens, Jeremy and Gretchen Winkler

This week we talk weird tech. We take a look at some of the more unusual things from CES and talk about some controversial uses of Facial Reconigition.We also take a look at what's happening with all the streaming "wars".William Sikkens, Jeremy and Gretchen Winkler

Join us for our season 5 opener as we present live coverage from the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas.If you were traveling this holiday season on Southwest you probably had problems. We dive into what happened and why.Star Wars Bad Batch Season 2 is out - the team talks the first 2 episodes.William Sikkens, Jeremy and Gretchen Winkler, Chaz Wellington

The team at user friendly hopes you will enjoy this clip episode from Labor Day 2022. Next week join us for coverage of the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas!William Sikkens, Jeremy and Gretchen Winkler

Please enjoy our holiday clip show! We will see you again in 2023!William Sikkens, Jeremy and Gretchen Winkler

Please enjoy our holiday clip show! We will see you again in 2023!William Sikkens, Jeremy and Gretchen Winkler

We end this year with a report on an exciting breakthrough in the field of energy research. Fusion may finally be a reality!The team discusses the technology of 2022 and the trends of 2023.William Sikkens, Jeremy and Gretchen Winkler, Bill Snodgrass

Join us this week for live interviews from Las Vegas.Also Annie, Artist at Furever Yours, talks about creating unique art of your pets.William Sikkens, Jeremy and Gretchen Winkler, Bill Snodgrass

This week we are joined by an incredible group of people that have created and published their own comic book. The team publishing at Ounce Comics in Las Vegas talk about "The Wombat". This amazing group is bringing a very unique character to life. Check it out at ouncecomics.com!As we approach the holidays many are using their mobile phones more.  Check out this segment for tips and tricks on how to extend your phone's battery life.Chaz Wellington joins us live from the NHLA Hotel Technology Conference in Las Vegas.  Spoiler alert - they have some REALLY COOL tech!William Sikkens, Jeremy and Gretchen Winkler, Chaz Wellington

Happy Thanksgiving from the team at User Friendly 2.0!Please enjoy our holiday clip show.William Sikkens, Jeremy and Gretchen Winkler

This week we are joined by an incredible group of people that have created and published their own comic book. The team publishing at Ounce Comics in Las Vegas talk about "The Wombat". This amazing group is bringing a very unique character to life. Check it out at ouncecomics.com!Also this week we talk holiday tech. What is trending in the Smart Home world might surprise you.We also discuss "Waterproof" electronics.William Sikkens, Jeremy and Gretchen Winkler

Chaz joins us to talk Gaming Social.Jeremy answers comic book questions and talks Iron Man.William Sikkens, Jeremy and Gretchen Winkler, Chaz Wellington

This week the team discusses social media.We cover all that is happening at Twitter to Facebook and a new social network for casino gaming.William Sikkens, Jeremy and Gretchen Winkler, Chaz Wellington

Happy Halloween from the User Friendly Team! This week we take a look at Halloween pasts and events to attend.Our guest this week is David Vigano with Sensoria - a manufacturer of Artificial Intelligence Sportswear. William Sikkens, Jeremy and Gretchen Winkler

This week we hear last years Halloween show.William Sikkens, Jeremy and Gretchen Winkler, Bill Snodgrass

This week we talk about how to protect your electronics from power surges and brownouts.  Also we discuss how to avoid hurricane damaged cars and some weird things with PayPal.William Sikkens, Jeremy and Gretchen Winkler

Jeremy talks Batman in his history of comics.In tech we talk subscriptions, cover the Tesla AI Day and look at the New Fire TV's.William Sikkens, Jeremy and Gretchen Winkler

This week the team discusses what's coming on television for this fall. It's October - so that includes Halloween shows!We also deep dive into 2022 Smart Home technology. You can do more than ever.William Sikkens, Jeremy and Gretchen Winkler

Our guest this week is Ken with Ken's Pens. You will be amazed how much you can do with the design of a pen!On Tech News we talk about upcoming changes to the Samsung SmartThings platform and discuss Ethical Hacking.William Sikkens, Jeremy and Gretchen Winkler