Tech It Out

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Peloton’s 3 new treadmills include its least expensive model. Plus, Visa talks bank protection and the Wise app gets an update. Sep 25, 2026

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I visited the iconic Peloton Studios in NYC to ‘tech out’ three new Tread (treadmill) options. I sit down with Nick Caldwell, Chief Product Officer.
You know Visa as a credit card company but its “Visa A2A Protect” platform helps banks spot and block fraud before money is transferred directly between accounts. Awesome to have back on the show, James Mirfin, SVP and Global Head of Risk and Security Solutions
Speaking of money, Tech It Out also welcomes back Ankita D’Mello, Product Lead at Wise, who shares what’s new with the popular global money app for sending and receiving funds
Thank you to Visa, Norton, and SanDisk for your incredible support. Get a huge discount on Norton anti-malware at norton.com/techitout

Preserving indigenous language, thanks to Motorola and UNESCO. Plus, ESR Tech’s latest cases, and Spines audiobooks. Sep 18, 2026

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We learn about the Indigenous Collections app, for preserving endangered native languages and cultural knowledge. We catch up with Dr. Anton Treuer, an Ojibwe author, professor, and public speaker.
I sit down with Noad Auckburally, Global Marketing Manager at ESR Tech, the company that makes super popular cases, chargers, and more. At ESR’s New York City event, we learn about the latest iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone Duo solutions.
Spines, a popular platform for publishing your own books, is also helping authors create and sell audiobooks, too -- leveraging AI. I catch up with Yehuda Niv, CEO of Spines
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Hands on with the iPhone Duo! Yes, it’s Apple’s first foldable. Plus, three awesome guests. Sep 11, 2026

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I attended the “Surprise and Shine” event at Apple Park in Cupertino, California. I’ll share my impressions of the iPhone Duo and Apple Watch Series 12
I also catch up with Avi Greengart, president and analyst for advisory firm Techsponential, while at the Steve Jobs Theater at Apple Park. He tells us why it’s significant that Apple has entered the foldable phone scene.
It’s back to school time, and so tech expert Amber Mac joins us with some top tips to starting off the school year
Variational AI is a company that’s leveraging artificial intelligence to help develop new pharmaceuticals. We get the scoop in our chat with its co-founder, Handol Kim
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What to look for in a new TV! Plus, an app to manage family schedules, and the latest in monitors. Sep 04, 2026

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Between school, work and extracurricular activities, it can be tough to manage the family. Fortunately, there’s a new tool called Norton Family Assistant. For all the deets, we’re joined by Leyla Bilge, Global Head of Scam Research for Norton
If it’s been a while since you’ve walked down the aisles of your local big box store, wait ‘til you see what TVs are available today. Bruce Walker, Product Evangelist for TCL North America, rejoins us on Tech It Out, with a look at new technologies
If it’s time to upgrade your monitor, hear what’s new and newsworthy in that space – as we’ve got Patrick “Maka,” renowned content creator, to share important features for work or play
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Tech It Out is in Germany for Gamescom! We get more deets on the ROG Xbox Ally X20 bundle. Plus, foldable phones! Aug 28, 2026

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We now have a launch date for the ROG Xbox Ally X20 bundle, a handheld gaming PC with augmented reality glasses. At Gamescom, I sit down with Sascha Krohn, Director of Technical Marketing at ASUS, the parent company to ROG
A family of new Pixel phones is now available from Google – including a new foldable model. For the skinny on them, I chat with Google Comms Manager, Hibaq Ali
Speaking of foldables, I’m joined by tech journalist and podcaster Myriam Joire to talk Samsung foldables and if Apple is likely to unveil a foldable iPhone this September
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Fairphone is now in the U.S.! Find out what the hype is about. Plus, digital frames are back, and appliance tips Aug 21, 2026

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Wouldn’t it be great if your next smartphone was “modular” – so if you wanted to replace or upgrade parts of it you could easily do so yourself? Fairphone is finally in the U.S. I chat with CTO Chandler Hatton.
Aluratek turns 20! While it made a name for itself primarily in the digital photo frame space, the company isn’t resting on its laurels. Joining us to share what’s new is CEO John Wolikow.
Star of the “Clean My Space” channel on YouTube and Instagram, celeb Melissa Maker joins us to chat about summer hosting and its relation to kitchen and laundry appliances
Thank you to Visa, Norton, and SanDisk for your incredible support. Get a huge discount on Norton anti-malware at norton.com/techitout

Back to school tech that makes the grade! Plus, HP’s wild EliteBoard G1a PC design, and save money while traveling with a Nomad eSIM Aug 14, 2026

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You haven’t seen a computer quite like the HP EliteBoard G1a Next Gen AI PC. To explain what it looks like and who it’s for, we’re joined by Caleb Fleming, who manages HP’s new product introduction team
Keep in touch while traveling – for so much less than roaming with your provider. Learn about eSIMs with Nomad eSIM. I catch up with Terry Guo, President/Co-founder. Use code GET22 at checkout for 22% off your purchase
I share some recommended back-to-school gadgets, including a new laptop, printer, smart display, TV, headphones, and ways to save money
Thank you to Visa, Norton, and SanDisk for your incredible support. Get a huge discount on Norton anti-malware at norton.com/techitout

The ‘retro tech’ craze -- with Fujifilm and INSTAX! Plus, tech journalist/podcaster Adam Doud joins us, back-to-school gear, and more. Aug 07, 2026

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What’s old is new again! From flip phones and vinyl to boomboxes and instant cameras. Joining us to talk cameras and printing – and how the younger generation is bringing back ‘retro’ gear – is Billy Luong, Senior Technical Brand Manager, from Fujifilm/INSTAX
If you don’t know him by his podcast, Benefit of the Doud, perhaps you do by his byline! Adam Doud is a freelance technology journalist who joins us for the first time on Tech It Out. We chat foldable phones and e-bikes
It’s almost back-to-school time and so on the show we’ve got tech lifestyle expert Mario Armstrong, who shares some tech that makes the grade
I’ll discuss a few tech tips to saving space on your smartphone and saving money on your subscription services
Thank you to Visa, Norton, and SanDisk for your incredible support. Get a huge discount on Norton anti-malware at norton.com/techitout

ENCORE PRESENTATION: How to enjoy a ‘Scam Free Summer’ – thanks to Norton’s tips. Plus, a new game starring Arnold Schwarzenegger. Jul 31, 2026

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You might be ready for the summer, but so are cybercriminals. Learn about the latest scams of the season and how to fight back. We kick off the show with Leyla Bilge, Global Head of Scam Research for Norton. Amazon Luna has a new game called Courtroom Chaos starring Arnold Schwarzenegger. The AI-powered game is free to play for Amazon Prime members. I sit down with JC Connors, Senior Leader of Amazon Games. Also on Tech It Out, if you’re still paying your local wireless provider for out-of-country cellular access, you’re likely coming home to a massive bill. Instead, learn about eSIMs and Airalo, with Emma Brooks, Growth Director for North America at Airalo.
Thank you to Visa, Norton, and SanDisk for your incredible support. Get a huge discount on Norton anti-malware at norton.com/techitout

Tech It Out is in the UK! Samsung gives us the skinny on new foldable phones. Plus, Superwhisper & videogame music Jul 24, 2026

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Samsung unveiled a trip of new foldable Z-Series phones, including one with a brand-new form factor. Thrilled to sit down with Rachel Roberts, Director of Smartphone Product Management at Samsung Electronics America
Do you like to talk instead of type? You’re not alone. Superwhisper is blowing up as a popular app that leverages AI for accuracy and efficiency, and it supports multiple devices. I interview Neil Chudleigh, founder of Superwhisper
Many would argue it’s a dream job to create music for videogames and virtual reality experiences. I sit down with Dren McDonald about his process – but we also talk about personal loss and how he turned to music to deal with grief
Thank you to Visa, Norton, and SanDisk for your incredible support. Get a huge discount on Norton anti-malware at norton.com/techitout

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