Best Tegan Jones Podcasts (2024)

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Deep Dive Re-Release: Egg Tech 21:05

11M ago21:05

21:05

In this deep dive special from the archives, the Queens reveal some fun egg facts, the science behind Century Eggs, and share an Australian scientist who has defied nature itself...by inventing a gadget that unboils eggs. If you want more Queens and want to support the show, please consider subscribing to our Patreon to get access to fun stuff - li…

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🔥 Get Yourself A Cosplay Fireplace 26:39

11M ago26:39

26:39

In this episode, Rae tries out a "cosplay fireplace" aka the Dimplex Ritz Portable Electric Fire with Optiflame Log Effect Heater and Tegan gets behind the wheel of the 2022 Mustang. If you want more Queens and want to support the show, please consider subscribing to our Patreon to get access to fun stuff - like our newsletter. See omnystudio.com/l…

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Deep Dive: Hiking Tech 29:00

12M ago29:00

29:00

Anyone who follows us on social media knows we are keen hikers, and we love our hiking tech - so we thought we’d share with you all a few of the latest gadgets, gizmos and gear we’ve been testing out. Rae went along to the Blue Mountains Climbing School to complete a course all about old-school map and compass navigation. She also picked up a pair …

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☕ The People Love Their Coffee (Grinders) 19:32

12M ago19:32

19:32

In this gadget chat, Rae looks at the Brydge 12.9 Pro keyboard for iPad, and Tegan reviews an $18 Kmart spice/coffee grinder. If you want more Queens and want to support the show, please consider subscribing to our Patreon to get access to fun stuff - like our newsletter. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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😐 Your Face Is Not A Tech Experiment 31:01

12M ago31:01

31:01

In this gadget chat Tegan hits the road with the new Turo app, while Rae settles in for an evening with Sony's new TV range. If you want more Queens, and want to support the show, please consider subscribing to our Patreon so you can get access to fun stuff - like our newsletter. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Droning On: Sustainable Design With Lenovo's Alden Rose 16:56

1y ago16:56

16:56

Introducing Droning On, a new interview-based Queens episode where we chat to fascinating experts about their jobs and relationship with tech. Our first guest is Alden Rose - the Lead Sustainability Designer (Next UX User & Customer Experience) at Lenovo. Tegan chatted to Alden on a recent trip to North Carolina, where she takes us through some of …

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Deep Dive: Sustainable Design 26:04

1y ago26:04

26:04

Sustainability is not just incredibly important keeping the planet alive, it's also a fun corporate buzzword. So when tech companies say they are making it a focus - we look at how. In this deep dive special, we focus in on sustainable design, and who is doing it well. Tegan travels to North Carolina to see what Lenovo are bringing to the table wit…

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🎧 Megagamers With Solar-Powered Headphones 26:22

1y ago26:22

26:22

In this episode, Rae reviews a pair of solar-powered headphones while Tegan plays a Megagame (kind of a cross between live action roleplaying and model UN). And if you want more Queens and want to support the show, please consider subscribing to our Patreon so you can get access to fun stuff like our WEEKLY newsletter, exclusive Discord server and …

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👾 Breaded Fowl, Video Games & Uber Eats In Stadiums 29:09

1y ago29:09

29:09

In this catch up, Rae heads to gaming paradise (AKA Fortress Sydney), while Tegan tries out shiny new Uber features in the most unlikely (but coolest) of places. And if you want more Queens and want to support the show, please consider subscribing to our Patreon so you can get access to fun stuff like our WEEKLY newsletter, exclusive Discord server…

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Deep Dive: Space Tech 24:00

1y ago24:00

24:00

In this episode, the Queens take a look at Space Tech - things in our lives that exist because of space exploration, travel, or the agencies that look after star stuff. There are cool new innovations constantly happening in this industry - but there are also everyday objects we owe to space research, so we take you through our favourites! And if yo…

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👺 Music Goblins 28:53

1y ago28:53

28:53

In this week's gadget chat, Rae has finally been able to connect her Audio-Technica record player with some decent speakers - she puts the Sonos Era 100 and Sonos Era 300 through their paces with all manner of music. She also digs into the new sustainability considerations of the latest Sonos offerings. Meanwhile, Amanda has been trying out not one…

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Deep Dive Re-Release: Unethical Apps 24:32

1y ago24:32

24:32

Apps are great, except for when they’re not. And some are just downright dodgy. So in this ep from the archives, the Queens put some unethical apps under the microscope – such as Noom – as well as some of the practices that have allowed them to stay live and make money on the App Store and Google Play. Full show notes are available on the Queens of…

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Deep Dive Re-Release: Travel Tech 23:50

1y ago23:50

23:50

Travel is on the agenda again! But before you pack your suitcase, is there some tech you might need to consider making space for - or even some you might consider ditching? In this deep dive, the Queens look at our favourite gadgets and gizmos to take on the road/water/plane. This episode is one of our deep dive specials from the Queens archives. F…

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Deep Dive Re-Release: Medical Tech 22:03

1y ago22:03

22:03

In this episode, we dig into weird as heck medical tech. From using frogs as pregnancy tests, to a wellness toilet that analyses your poop. This episode is one of our new deep dive specials, where we dig into the archives and pull out the segments our OG listeners have loved the most. Full show notes are available on the Queens of the Drone Age web…

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Deep Dive Re-Release: Vapourware 24:22

1y ago24:22

24:22

Today we have a gift for you: we've dug into the Queens archives, and found a gem you may not have heard where we explore the wild world of vapourware - some of our favourite gadgets and games that never got released. From the infamous Nintendo PlayStation (yes, really) to a printer that used reusable plastic sheets rather than paper, we've got som…

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🇯🇵 A Queen In Tokyo 34:44

1y ago34:44

34:44

In this week's episode Amanda regales the Queens with tales of her recent trip to Tokyo with Netflix. There's a lot of anime talk off the back of Amanda attending Anime Japan and getting to go along to an actual anime studio where she got to see PLUTO being hand drawn. There's even talk of AI and the way that could impact the future of the art form…

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🤖 Shoving ChatGPT Into Every Orifice 38:09

1y ago38:09

38:09

In this week's gadget chat, Amanda gets addicted to parenting in raising sim Volcano Princess, while Rae tries to help visually impaired people through the Be My Eyes app. Meanwhile, high flyer Tegan tries out Qantas' Business Class, because she is a Fancy Business Lady. And if you want more Queens and want to support the show, please consider subs…

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🪑 Deep Dive: Chairs! 32:20

1y ago32:20

32:20

Yes, this week's deep dive really is about chairs. This came about when Rad yelled out “chairs!” when we asked what she wanted to do. But you see, when it comes to Queens, we can make a tech topic out of anything. Rad takes a look at kneeling chairs and whether they're actually good for your posture. She, of course, also got one from Facebook marke…

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🚗 The Melbourne Of Cars 40:56

1y ago40:56

40:56

In this episode, Tegan is back in her happy place: the driver's seat of a bougie car. She reviews the brand new 2023 BMW 320i, which is the entry-level model in the range. While it may look the same as previous models on the outside, the inner cabin is a different story. A total redesign and a very long touchscreen dashboard make it feel incredibly…

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🥩 Deep Dive: The Science Behind Fake Meat 30:32

1y ago30:32

30:32

In this episode the Queens take a close look at the alternative meats industry. It's become increasingly popular in recent years as more fake meat pops up in the startup space as well as in supermarkets and on restaurant menus. In addition to touching on different types of meat alternatives - including plant based and lab grown meat - we also look …

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🍆If Your Mum Is Looking To Read $2 Smut 39:02

1y ago39:02

39:02

Your Queens have caught the travel bug, after a bit of jet-setting from the team! Amanda shares a super practical way to use your phone overseas, with an app called Airalo that provides international data eSIMs that she used in Japan. Tegan shows off her passion for practical fashion with a review of some next-level thermal-wear from Icebreaker, th…

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Queen's Mother's Day Gift Guide 2023 34:14

1y ago34:14

34:14

Mother's Day is just over a month away so we're getting in early this year to give you plenty of time to buy something for mum. Of course, as always, this quickly turned into a list of cool things the Queens actually want for themselves and we encourage you to take it the same way. Maybe you deserve a treat too! While we usually steer clear of hous…

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🔫 Mindlessly Pounding Your Face 38:33

1y ago38:33

38:33

In this episode Tegan and Amanda return from their respective overseas trips and have brought some reviews back with them! Amanda took the Volume+ Backpack from July Luggage to Japan and was impressed by the pockets and anti-thieving protocols. Tegan gives us the low-down on the 'Vegan McDonald's of San Francisco - Mr. Charlies. The gratuitous bran…

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Deep Dive: Chocolate Tech 25:37

1y ago25:37

25:37

From scientists making chocolate easier to temper to making biofuel from its waste - this episode of Queens of the Drone Age is a celebration of the giant bunny bringing us lil brown eggs - and everything they're made of. Does dark chocolate help your vision? And how much can you eat before it kills you? We answer all your melting questions about t…

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⛰️ Emerging From Laptop Land 22:54

1y ago22:54

22:54

In this week's gadget chat, Rad emerges from laptop land to tell us all about the HP Spectre x360 14”. Meanwhile, Rae explores Dyson's giant air quality monitoring backpacks being worn by Melbourne schoolkids. Full show notes are available on the Queens of the Drone Age website. And if you want more Queens, and want to support the show, please cons…

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Deep Dive: Dental Tech 27:31

1+ y ago27:31

27:31

From a magic lozenge that rebuilds tooth enamel to adhesives that dissolve with light - this week we take a deep dive into the toothy world of dental tech. Rae brings the latest and greatest in Aussie innovations - including nanopores on implants and Virtual Reality training for injections, while Rad drops some fun facts about mole rats and Roald D…

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🌱 Creepy Stick Fingers On Your TV 33:51

1+ y ago33:51

33:51

In this gadget chat, the Queens are getting comfy. Rad invested in “the world’s most comfortable basecamp mat” – the Exped Megamat Duo LW+ air mattress that has a very interesting way of inflating and deflating. Rae slept on it, so also gives her thoughts. And Rae has been spending a fair chunk of time in bed lately, mainly to test out the Samsung …

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Deep Dive Re-Release: Toilet Tech 25:15

1+ y ago25:15

25:15

We're taking a trip into the Queens of the Drone Age archives to re-visit one of our favourites that you also seemed to like. That's right, it's poo-demonium as we get right down into the bowels of toilet tech. We're a wee bit excited about this and don’t want to s(p)oil the episode in advance - but we’ll be looking at stuff like algae that turns w…

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Deep Dive Re-Release: Tech Gripes 27:57

1+ y ago27:57

27:57

We're digging into the archives with a Queens of the Drone Age classic! From rubber going sticky to still having to charge all our devices every day, the Queens have a bone to pick with our biggest tech and gadget annoyances. But, some solutions may be on the way... If you want more Queens and want to support the show, please consider subscribing t…

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Deep Dive: The Science of Sleep 25:38

1+ y ago25:38

25:38

In this episode the Queens are heading off to the land of nod to explore the (sometimes terrifying) science behind sleep. As it turns out, global warming is here to ruin the party again as it slowly erodes sleep across the world. So that's fun. Meanwhile, sleep deprivation is extremely harmful for the body and can result in death. But it's not all …

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🛏️ Sausage Roll Pillow 29:34

1+ y ago29:34

29:34

Later this week the Queens are delving into the science of sleep. So Rad wanted us to try and review some sleep-related gadgets to match... with mixed results. Rad checks out the Emma Cloud Hybrid Pillow while Amanda argues why a very bad treadmill app is absolutely linked to sleep probably. The 1.5 star review on the App Store says it all. And Teg…

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📄 Deep Dive: Printing Tech 31:37

1+ y ago31:37

31:37

The Queens are firing up the dusty old printer in the corner of your office... or are they? In this episode the Queens do tackle printing tech... but it went in directions nobody expected. Rad is the most normal of the lot, looking at the importance of certain inks and paper - especially when it comes to printing photographs. Amanda takes us on a t…

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🥞 GHD Pancake Maker 32:32

1+ y ago32:32

32:32

In this episode the Queens head to the South Pole as Amanda reviews survivor RPG The Pale Beyond. Rae brings along a GHD Duet Style and Rad packs a Milwaukee M12 FUEL orbital detail sander. Tegan just brings vibes. And if you want more Queens and want to support the show, please consider subscribing to our Patreon so you can get access to fun stuff…

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Listener Question: Digital Storage Solutions 23:38

1+ y ago23:38

23:38

In this episode, the Queens answer a listener's question. Our favourite (so far) three-and-a-half-star patron, Tracey, wanted to know all about clearing 'docs and data' off her iPad, and the best storage for digital photos and videos - so the Queens are on the case! Full show notes are available on the Queens of the Drone Age website. And if you wa…

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🪄 Lightstick Faux Pas 31:33

1+ y ago31:33

31:33

This week the Queens are trawling the tepid depths of the ocean as Tegan drags them into her review of Eldritch fishing game, Dredge. Full of mystery, insanity and some very disturbing fish, you have to cast your nets far and wide as you explore different islands to solve the mystery of why this particular portion of the seven seas is so very curse…

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Deep Dive: Coffee Tech 26:38

1+ y ago26:38

26:38

Ah, the beautiful bean juice. We use it to increase our productivity, delight the tastebuds, and as a thinly veiled way to busy our hands when catching up with friends or new acquaintances. Coffee is a pretty central part of the Australian experience, and we couldn't be more stoked to chat about it! In this episode, Tegan delivers us some history a…

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☕ Coffee Snobs 34:05

1+ y ago34:05

34:05

We're kicking off an entire week dedicated to our favourite type of morning brown, coffee! More on that in the deep dive later in the week, but for now Tegan and Rad review a couple of De'Longhi espresso machines - the Eletta Explore and the Specialista Maestro with Cold Brew. De'Longhi didn't sponsor this ep, sometimes this is just the way the cof…

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Deep Dive Re-Release: Fashion Tech 28:41

1+ y ago28:41

28:41

Technology, but make it fashion. In this episode, the Queens are getting all stitched up about science and tech in clothing - from the Google x Levi smart jacket collaboration, to 3D printed textiles that can generate power through the movement of our bodies. They also ask some questions about the marketing of some nanosilver products... Full show …

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Deep Dive Re-Release: The Digital Divide 24:56

1+ y ago24:56

24:56

In this Deep Dive special from our archives, the Queens take issue with the internet and mobile connectivity being treated as a luxury. Millions of Australians are unable to get online in a reliable way, or at all in some communities. This is called the digital divide and we dig deep in this episode as to how and why it exists, and what's being don…

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Deep Dive: ChatGPT Explained 26:37

1+ y ago26:37

26:37

Since first launching at the end of November 2022, ChatGPT has taken over our news and social media feeds. While AI has been around for a while now, this is one of the first times that it has been used at such a critical mass by so many regular users simultaneously, and that’s a big deal. So this week the Queens are looking at ChatGPT, as well as s…

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🥤Tamagotchi Tells Me When To Drink 36:59

1+ y ago36:59

36:59

It's a real big gadget chat this week - quite literally in Tegan's case because she recently got behind the wheel of the 2023 Ford Ranger Wildtrak. It's a whole lot of ute and she took it camping in zero-reception territory to really put it to the test. We don't want to spoil the finer details (though our Patreon newsletter subscribers already got …

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2023 Valentine’s Day Gift Guide Special 22:11

1+ y ago22:11

22:11

It’s February, which is a deeply upsetting thought. But it also means it’s nearly Valentine’s Day! Here at Queen’s of the Drone Age, we celebrate whatever that might mean to you. Whether you’re buying for a loved one, some gal pals (they were just roommates) or even yourself – we have some neat gift suggestions for you. Rae offers up the Love Box, …

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👊 An Altercation With Some Tech 27:38

1+ y ago27:38

27:38

In this week's gadget chat, Rae gets into a beef with the Audio Technica AT-LP60-BT turntable and the Sonos speaker system. Specifically, in an effort to try and get the bluetooth component to work. Meanwhile, Amanda has been getting into the new HBO The Last Of Us TV series - so we dig into how much like the game it really is. Can we avoid spoilin…

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2023 Back To School Special 28:23

1+ y ago28:23

28:23

We're coming to that time of year when school and uni are almost back in session. Perhaps even some of you are getting ready to get back to work. Regardless of the circumstances, January is a great period to get organised for the year, and we have some gadgets and tips to help! Rae tells us all about the laptop stand that changed her working life..…

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🔌 Cord Graveyard 29:47

1+ y ago29:47

29:47

This week's gadget chat is an eclectic one! Amanda kicks things off with a spoiler-free review of M3gan. If you haven't heard of it (and even if you have), we highly recommend you check out the trailer. Just try not to cry-laugh at this modern masterpiece of cinematic triumph. Rae recently moved house, which made it the perfect time to try out the …

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The Weirdest Gadgets From CES 2023 39:32

1+ y ago39:32

39:32

The Consumer Electronics Show, or CES, recently wrapped up - it is one of the biggest tech events in the world and practically takes over the entirety of Las Vegas. You’ll see announcements of the hottest new tech coming out over the next year from big brands. But you'll also come across a lot of startups doing funky stuff, as well as some really c…

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🧙‍♀️ The Witch Fridge 37:00

1+ y ago37:00

37:00

Oh heeeeey everyone, we're back! Welcome to the first episode of Queens of the Drone Age for 2023. Well, kind of. You may have noticed a cheeky 🚨Announcement🚨 drop appear in your feeds, and if you haven't listened to it yet... we highly recommend it. The TL;DR is that the people have spoken, and after two years of asking us, we've finally launched …

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🚨An Important Announcement... 4:03

1+ y ago4:03

4:03

It's a brand new year, and with it brings a big announcement from your favourite Queens. We've launched a Patreon! After two years of running the pod and being asked countless times, we're finally doing it! We have some really fun stuff in there, including a brand new weekly newsletter and an exclusive Discord for our patron mates. You can find all…

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Deep Dive: Wholesome Tech (Re-Release) 19:57

1+ y ago19:57

19:57

In this episode from the archives, the Queens share their wholesome safe havens on the internet - from mushroom subreddits to #CleaningTok. Amanda also shares her memories of a Yahoo Geocities page that recapped Sailor Moon episodes in the early 2000s. Full show notes are available on the Queens of the Drone Age website. See omnystudio.com/listener…

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Deep Dive: Communication Tech (Re-Release) 23:25

1+ y ago23:25

23:25

In this deep dive from the archives, the Queens are talking communication, literally. Tegan delves into the past to chat about how carrier pigeons work and Rae explains how the Metaverse is much bigger than Facebook and was first conceptualised in the early 90s. Full show notes are available on the Queens of the Drone Age website. See omnystudio.co…

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