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Finding happiness and contentment is seriously difficult. Iyaz Akhtar candidly shares his experiences on trying to achieve inner peace with weekly guests.
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Finding happiness and contentment is seriously difficult. Iyaz Akhtar candidly shares his experiences on trying to achieve inner peace with weekly guests.
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Each week Iyaz Akhtar scours CNET's sites to see what people are looking at and talking about, and then counts down the most popular trends in tech. From the most popular products to must have gadgets to the most downloaded software, Iyaz brings a witty, informative look at each week's list.
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Originally started as a podcast about uncluttering your life, “Podcast Without Pretense” is the successor to “Uncluttercast.” Eric Sandine, Jonathan Strickland and Iyaz Akhtar discuss anything that pops into their heads. We don’t know what we’ll talk about until we start recording.
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Originally started as a podcast about uncluttering your life, “Podcast Without Pretense” is the successor to “Uncluttercast.” Eric Sandine, Jonathan Strickland and Iyaz Akhtar discuss anything that pops into their heads. We don’t know what we’ll talk about until we start recording.
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This is the show that covers Google, Waymo, Android, YouTube and more because they're all under the Alphabet umbrella. Get the top stories of the week plus your comments and questions answered! Iyaz Akhtar is your semi-silly guide through the maze of news.
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A podcast that proves no matter how far you go, you’ll always keep a little piece of home with you. Each week, Bill Meeks talks to his guests about their hometown and how it shaped them.
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We’re going back to Canada to talk with actor Jarod Joseph (Once Upon A Time, The 100, The Christmas Checklist), as we dive into his upbringing in Calgary, Alberta. Jarod discusses why Calgary is the “Texas of Canada,” explains his problems in high school and how they sent him on a path to acting, and geeks out about good memories at the Calgary St…
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Geek out with Iyaz Akhtar, host of This Old Nerd/former host on TWiT.tv and CNET, as we dive into his upbringing in Queens. Discover how he developed his critical thinking skills at a Catholic school and how he became a tech enthusiast, including his love for the early days of the internet with CompuServe, America Online, and a healthy appriciation…
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September McCrady from Lockport, New York
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Meet September McCrady, aka NineOf12, my former partner on the America’s Next Top Podcaster reality competition and co-creator of the original Where I’m From Pilot. We'll dive into September's unique upbringing in upstate New York. From art class with Mr. Raymond and exploring the woods, to memories of Lockport Mall, September shares what she loves…
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After my interview with Dino Ignacio blew up last week and became the most popular episode of Where I'm From by far, I thought new listeners would be interested in the other versions of the Bert Is Evil story I’ve told over the years. Dial up for even more internet nostalgia, coming up... SPONSORED BY SUBSCRIBE Apple Podcasts Spotify Amazon RSS You…
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Meet Dino Ignacio, the creator of the infamous 90s website Bert Is Evil. We'll dive into Dino's unique upbringing on the internet and recall the exciting early days of the World Wide Web. From connecting to CompuServe and exploring the BBS scene, to creating the first internet meme and winning a Webby Award, Dino takes us on a journey through the d…
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Dave Theune from Milwaukee, Wisconsin (Part 2)
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Join us once again as we delve into the life and career of actor and Upright Citizen's Brigade improvisor, Dave Theune. This time, we discuss find out how his roles would be different where he's from in 'What If It Happened Here?'. We explore Dave's college years in Milwaukee, including the city's rich beer culture. From the Miller Brewery Tour to …
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Dave Theune from Cedar Grove, Wisconsin (Part 1)
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Get ready for a wild ride with the one and only Dave Theune (Upright Citizen's Brigade improvisor, actor in shows like "I Am Not Okay With This" and the "Night Court" reboot)! Dave takes us back to his hometown of Cedar Grove, Wisconsin and shares memories of scrubbing the streets during the Holland Festival and his turn from sports kid to improvis…
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As we welcome 2023, I’m offering up some of my favorite Where I’m From moments from 2022, gratis. Tune in for some delicious free samples from our first season including Stephen Tobolowsky, Kelly Vrooman, Paul Zaloom, Brian Brushwood, Ashley Verma, Jason Inmon, and more! It’s the Where I’m From Season 1 Sampler Platter, and you can totally take mor…
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A Tribute to Stephan Carroll from Wheeling, West Virginia
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This week is a little different... I’m remembering and memorializing my longtime friend and musical collaborator Stephan Carroll from Wheeling, WV. I'll cover our history, from a high school computer class to an early YouTube hit with our band Classic Tragic Hero to all the great musical comedy we created for The Fakist. Stay tuned for a profile on…
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Santa Claus (via his good friend Kelly Rands from The Humor Mill Orlando) joins us to celebrate... Well, the North Pole of course, but mainly Christmas! Santa recalls his early days with Burgermeister Meisterburger, and talks honestly about why he's currently spending most of the year at The Villages in Central Florida. Santa Claus shares his pro t…
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Kelly Vrooman (comedic actor on Black-ish, Grey's Anatomy, writer on Tuttle Twins, and former host Sprout's The Sunny Side Up Show) joins us to celebrate her hometown of Mansfield, Ohio, recalls her early days in theater, and talks honestly about her grandfather and what it was like going to a school where her mom was a teacher. Kelly Vrooman share…
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BONUS - Karen Kay from FOX Kids Club in Houston, Texas
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After talking with Brian Brushwood about Katy, Texas earlier this week, I decided to rebroadcast an interview I did with Karen Kay, the host of the Fox 26 Kids Club in Houston, Texas. The Fox Kids Club was a local broadcast in many cities that promoted the Fox Network’s early-90s cartoon lineup, Fox Kids. Karen Kay was my local host, and when I’m n…
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Brian Brushwood (magician, host of Scam Nation,The Modern Rogue, and Great Night) joins us to talk honestly about his hometown of Katy, Texas, recall his local sneakernet, and celebrates his first job at Mason Park Cinema 8. Brian Brushwood shares his experiences going to church in a self-proclaimed "City of Churches," tells us how he tried to help…
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Rebecca Johnson from Birmingham, Alabama Part 2
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Rebecca Johnson (co-host of Supergirl Radio) comes back to tell us more about her hometown of Birmingham, Alabama. She explains why she moved back after 14 years, and discusses Alabama's history of racism and how the city has grown. Rebecca Johnson shares her experiences running A/V equipment for two different churches, talks about her love of Tim …
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Rebecca Johnson from Birmingham, Alabama Part 1
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Rebecca Johnson (co-host of Supergirl Radio) joins us this week to talk honestly about her hometown of Birmingham, Alabama. She recalls her first gig in TV news at WVTM, and endorses Frank Stitt's culinary delights at Highland Bar & Grill. Rebecca Johnson shares how she produced a music video to help her friend propose, why it ended up on-screen at…
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Faith Benson (host of The Frontier Podcast + Director of Growth Marketing for Gun.io) joins us this week to talk honestly about her hometown of Allegany, New York, recalls the Allegany Kangaroos, and satisfies true crime fans with the tale of the MURDER AT THE SKI WING RESORT. Faith Benson shares how teaching led her to tech start-ups, tells us why…
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Jason Inman (former DC All Access host, host of Geek History Lesson, and comic book writer/screenwriter) joins us this week to talk honestly about his rural hometown of Stark, Kansas, where he used to cruise for ears of corn, and how he got into comic books despite not having a local comic book shop. Jason Inman shares his path from the corn fields…
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Ashley Verma from Moundsville, West Virginia
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Ashley Verma (Broadway performer, fitness coach, and host of the BizziMumzi podcast) joins us this week to talk honestly about her hometown of Moundsville, West Virginia's Deliverance-inspired reputation, how her parents turned an old dairy into kitschy attraction, and how the Ohio Valley has changed since she left. Ashley Verma shares her path fro…
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Stephen Tobolowsky (Groundhog Day, The Goldbergs, Archer) joins us this week to talk honestly about his hometown of Dallas, the teachers who shaped him, how Dougherty's Pharmacy taught him an important life lesson, and what it was like in his hometown when President Kennedy was shot. Stephen Tobolowsky takes us through a chance encounter with Lyle …
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Paul Zaloom (Beakman from Beakman's World) joins us this week to talk honestly about his hometown of Garden City, how he got into the puppetry arts, where he hung out in the hip Hempstead district, and what it was like growing up in a big family. Paul Zaloom takes us through the backstory of Beakman's World, tells the story of his encounter with Ro…
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Apple didn't include some buzzed-about features on the new iPhone 14. (Guess it has to save something for iPhone 15?)By CNET
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Steven Page from Scarborough, Toronto, ON
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In our premiere episode, Bill talks with the talented Steven Page, formerly of Barenaked Ladies. From Steve's upbringing in Scarborough, Ontario to his journey as a musician, Steve takes us on a journey through his life and career. Learn about how a summer music camp changed the course of his life and the Scarborough landmarks that inspired his son…
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Pilot. We talk to Ali Spagnola (Power Hour drinking game, YouTube musician/vlogger) about her hometown of Pittsburgh, PA, including Edgar Snyder ads, Kennywood, and how her alma mater Carnegie Mellon University prepared her to be a one-woman content studio. Sponsored By https://studiStreann Studioo.streann.com/?ref=billmeeks Produced as part of the…
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The latest reports say Samsung's next flagship phone is coming this February and may feature a 108-megapixel rear camera.By CNET
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Rumors about the next generation of iPhones are already popping up. The notch and the 5.4-inch model could be going away if the rumors prove to be true.By CNET
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If the reports are true, the S22 Ultra phone is going to look a lot like the Galaxy Note, house an S-Pen and feature a wacky-looking rear camera array.By CNET
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Here are five lessons we hope Microsoft learned from past Windows launches.By CNET
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Apple's next phone is almost here. Reports are saying we could be looking a smaller notch, a high refresh rate display, new camera improvements and more. Find out more here!By CNET
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People love the AirPods Pro, but not everyone loves their high price. We found some of the best alternatives that cost a lot less.By CNET
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Apple's latest iPad Pro squeezes in a lot of tech in a slim package, like the M1 chip and Thunderbolt. Here's what sets apart the newest iPad Pro from all the rest.By CNET
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The streaming service is already pretty great, but you can make your experience even better with just a few tweaks.By CNET
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Reports are coming in left and right about Apple's newest Pro laptops. We could be looking at an iPhone-like design, the return of MagSafe and potentially the death of the Touch Bar.By CNET
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The Vivo Apex Concept might not be ready for the big time, but everyone's talking about it. The Galaxy S9 is a solid update, and the LGV30S underwhelms.By CNET
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Samsung's Galaxy S9 will be announced on Feb. 25, but we pretty much know everything about it already. Plus Google Pay comes to Android, and say goodbye to Swype.By CNET
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Android P will bring a better Google Assistant and support for all-new screen designs.By CNET
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Samsung's Galaxy S9 gets a new Lilac Purple color, HTC's U12 phone leaks out in the wild, and the OnePlus 5T is Lava Red for Valentine's Day.By CNET
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It's the latest news and rumors surrounding the Samsung Galaxy S9's Feb. 25 announcement. All-new camera features, Intelligent Scan face scanning, 3D stickers and more are expected.By CNET
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OnLeaks is at it again with the first renders of the Galaxy S9 and S9 Plus. The first in-glass fingerprint sensor could be coming to the Note 9 and we say goodbye to Project Tango.By CNET
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The Google Home Max goes on sale. The Google Home Mini brings back touch controls and Google's Research Team drops three new photo apps on us.By CNET
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Google Home accepts multiple commands and adds eBay support. Meanwhile the limited edition "Last Jedi" OnePlus 5T will probably be impossible to get, and the Santa Tracker App is back.By CNET
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Android Beta Program members can get access to the final preview build of Android 8.1. Plus, Google grant a patent for a motorized laptop hinge.By CNET
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