Techsploder

Jason Howell chats with Valentin, the European creator guy, about his path from growing up around cameras in Vienna to eight years in New York’s indie film scene, and ultimately to YouTube and community leadership. They discuss the realities of working solo versus in a team, and Valentin opens up about his motivation for Orbit for Creators, lessons learned from fostering a creator community, and t...

Jason Howell sits down with tech creator Lexy Savvides to discuss her journey from CNET to creative independence, her passion for music tech, and the evolving landscape of media and community. 🔔 Please support our work on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/jasonhowell Note: Time codes subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor. CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Podcast episode kicks off...

Mikah Sargent joins Jason Howell to explore the nostalgic world of early 2000s tech, from the Kindle Keyboard to the Juice Box multimedia player, while also discussing Mikah's current tech interests and tech podcast career. 🔔 Please support our work on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/jasonhowell Note: Time codes subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor. CHAPTERS: 00:...

From the gold iPod Mini to the Rabbit R1, David Pierce and Jason Howell explore the tactile qualities of tech, the resurgence of physical media, and the challenges of staying organized in a digital world. 🔔 Please support our work on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/jasonhowell Note: Time codes subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor. CHAPTERS: 0:00 - Podcast begins...

Jason Howell sits down with Becca Farsace to explore her transition from The Verge to independent content creation, managing ADD as a creator, her nostalgic attachment to the iPod Touch, and her goals for 2025. Becca also shares her number one piece of advice for people looking to start a YouTube channel in 2025. 🔔 Please support our work on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/jasonhowell Note: Time...

From Commodore PET gaming to revolutionizing pinball machines with Scorbit, Jay Adelson discusses his entrepreneurial journey (Equinix, Digg, Revision3) and shares wisdom on navigating the ever-changing tech landscape. 🔔 Please support our work on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/jasonhowell Early computing experiences with Commodore PET and gaming Transition from filmmaking studies to tech entrep...

Tech journalist Andy Ihnatko shares his journey from early computer enthusiast to respected industry voice, offering insights on content creation, Apple's evolution, and the dawn of the internet. 🔔 Please support our work on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/jasonhowell The challenges of producing regular content Andy's experience with TV appearances and tech commentary The importance of earning tr...

Jason Howell chats with guest Owen JJ Stone aka OhDoctah on topics ranging from early internet experiences to raising kids in a tech-saturated world. 🔔 Please support our work on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/jasonhowell Owen's early experiences with technology and the internet The current state of technology and fun in tech The loss of wonder in technology as people get older Owen's father's i...

Jason Howell explores the world of tech podcasting with Sarah Lane, delving into the process of content creation, the challenges of media preservation, and the importance of passion in pursuing a career in technology. 🔔 Please support our work on Patreon! - Sarah's experience with Daily Tech News Show and podcast production - The time commitment required for producing podcast content - Sarah's di...

Jason Howell chats with Doc Rock about how an early passion for music and technology led to a career spanning broadcast equipment, DJing, and product development. 🔔 Please support our work on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/jasonhowell Doc Rock's background in breakdancing and how it led to his interest in technology The connection between music creation and technology The importance of creativit...

Jason Howell sits down with Michael Fisher aka MrMobile in person to explore the nostalgic days of early cell phones, critique current AI trends in smartphones, discuss the challenges of tech content creation, and the impact of tech burn-out. 🔔 Please support our work on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/jasonhowell Michael's early experiences with technology and inspiration from shows like Inspect...

Jason Howell talks with Scott Johnson, a pioneering figure in tech and culture podcasting, who shares his insights on the gaming industry, building online communities, and balancing family life with content creation. 🔔 Please support our work on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/jasonhowell Scott's early experiences with video games and arcades The importance of community in podcasting and content...

Shannon Morse sits down with Jason Howell to share her experiences as a woman in tech, from building her first computer at age 9 to becoming a respected cybersecurity expert and advocate for women in technology. 🔔 Please support our work on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/jasonhowell Shannon's early experiences with technology and computers Building her first computer at age 9 with her dad Experi...

Jason Howell sits down with Florence Ion to discuss her evolution in tech journalism, from early writings for Mac|Life to organizing Tamagotchi meetups. They discuss virtual pets, Pokemon, and the future of tech writing using AI. 🔔 Please support our work on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/jasonhowell - Florence's first professional opportunity in tech (internship at Mac|Life Magazine) - Using AI...

Jason Howell sits down with Matteo Doni, a familiar voice from All About Android, to discuss his journey through the tech industry and the evolution of mobile technology. From growing up in Milan to running the Tech Travel Geeks YouTube channel, Matteo shares insights on how technology has shaped his life and career. 🔔 Please support our work on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/jasonhowell - Matte...

Tech veteran Myriam Joire joins Jason Howell to share her fascinating journey from video game audio engineering to tech journalism, and being at the forefront of the birth of the modern smartwatch. Myriam shares invaluable tips on how to foster a successful career in technology and shares the many computers that painted her childhood experience in coding. 🔔 Please support our work on Patreon: htt...

Sam Abuelsamid works closely with the automotive industry as an analyst at Guidehouse Insights, giving him first-row access to the many ways that technology is influencing modern vehicle design. Sam discusses the spark that led to his career in the automotive industry, his lifelong curiosity in engineering, and his first smartphone. 🔔 Please support our work on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/jas...

Father Robert Ballecer, aka The Digital Jesuit, lives two lives: One as a dedicated Jesuit priest working at the Vatican in Rome, and the other as a lifelong tech nerd. Here he explains why those seemingly different aspects of his life are actually one and the same. 🔔 Please support our work on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/JasonHowell Father Robert's experience living in Rome and contrasts wit...

Lamarr Wilson, the "CEO of Unboxings", shares his journey from teaching tech in schools to becoming a wildly popular tech content creator known for his enthusiastic unboxing videos and comedic persona. 🔔 Please support our work on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/JasonHowell - Lamarr's background and how he got into tech/education - His early experiences with technology as a child - Discovering th...

Join Jason Howell as he delves into the world of design with Liam Spradlin, discussing the subjective nature of design, the impact of generative AI, and Liam's experience creating the "Girasol" typeface. Please support this podcast on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/jasonhowell Design influence in Switzerland Material Design and deep personal meaning Everything in design is interfacial Does AI byp...

Join Jason Howell as he explores the world of "low-tech" through the eyes of MAD Magazine's Dick DeBartolo, a media legend and true gadget aficionado with a knack for finding humor in the strangest places. Please support our work on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/JasonHowell CHAPTERS: - How Dick DeBartolo keeps his humor and fascination with technology, even for mundane gadgets. - Dick's early in...

Christina Warren joins Jason Howell to talk about how nostalgia for the early Internet and failed technology companies has permeated her life in tech. From developer advocacy at Microsoft and Github to working in the tech journalism trenches at Mashable, Christina has stayed passionate about the possibilities of tech and its limitations. Please support our work on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/J...

From writing for late-90s dot com boom websites to catching her break on TechTV, to podcasting at TWiT and back to writing, Megan Morrone shares her insights on the promise and peril of AI, navigating social media, and the challenges of parenting in the digital age. Support the Techsploder Podcast on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/JasonHowell Megan Morrone vs Megan Moroney. Megan's time in the 90...

From his childhood fascination with the Apple II Plus to publishing a zine and co-founding iFanboy, Ron Richards opens up about his lifelong love for technology and how it has shaped his career, culminating in the development of the Scorbit pinball app. Please support our work on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/JasonHowell Ron's early memories of technology and the internet Discovering bulletin bo...

Alex Kantrowitz, author of "Always Day One," talks about his transition from political journalism to covering the tech industry, and how he applies lessons from tech giants' ability to reinvent themselves to his own business with Big Technology. Please support our work on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/JasonHowell - Alex's journey from BuzzFeed to starting his own independent media company, Big T...