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TechStuff Classic: The History of Handheld Gaming Part One Feb 26, 2021

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How did handheld gaming get started? We look at the origins of the electronic handheld game craze and how it evolved in the early years.

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Tech News: Military Coups and Net Neutrality Feb 25, 2021

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We've learned more about how the military in Myanmar locked down communications in the wake of a coup. California's net neutrality law survives a legal challenge from cable companies. And Sony has plans for VR with the PS5. Plus more tech news!

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TechStuff By the Numbers (Stations) Feb 24, 2021

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Numbers stations are mysterious, creepy and part of the world of espionage. We learn how shortwave radio works, why it's used for numbers stations and how you might tune in to find one yourself.

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Tech News: Harder, Better, Faster, Bye Bye Feb 23, 2021

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Spotify announced a ton of stuff at a live event, Google is back in the political ad game, and we say goodbye to an iconic music duo. Plus more tech news!

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Radicalization by Algorithm Feb 22, 2021

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Bridget Todd joins the show to talk about the role social networking platforms play with radicalization and extremism. From a hands-off approach to algorithms that exacerbate a dangerous problem, we look at what we do know and establish what we don't.

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TechStuff Classic: It's All About The Polymers Feb 19, 2021

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What is a polymer banknote? We look at this special type of currency, how it's made and why it's important.

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Tech News: No News for Australia on Facebook Feb 18, 2021

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Facebook puts a ban on linking to news stories in Australia and the consequences could be enormous. Waymo starts testing autonomous vehicles in the San Francisco area. And the US Department of Justice goes after hackers connected to an attack on Sony Pictures from 2014.

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The Tech of Coffee Feb 17, 2021

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From harvesting to brewing, we look at some of the tech connected to that ol' cup of Joe. Learn about harvesters, hullers, pulpers, roasters and other terrifying machinery!

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Tech News: The Rise of the Robocall Feb 16, 2021

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Facebook is making a smartwatch, Google isn't welcome in French hotels and robocalls have changed how Americans answer (or don't answer) the phone. Plus more in tech news!

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How Medieval Warfare Led to the Lawnmower Feb 15, 2021

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We learn who invented the lawnmower, how lawnmowers evolved, and why we even have lawns in the first place. Hint: it has to do with castles in the Middle Ages.

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