Tech Zone With Paul Amadeus Lane

LIVE from the CES 2026 show floor on the final day, I sat down with Steve Ewell, Executive Director of the CTA Foundation, to talk about the biggest takeaways from CES 2026, the rise of assistive and adaptive technologies, and why accessibility is officially mainstream in consumer tech. In this interview, we cover: The most exciting accessibility trends at CES 2026 How assistive technology is evol...

Welcome to The Tech Zone — where innovation meets real-world insight! In this exclusive episode, host Paul Amadeus Lane sits down with Kinsey Fabrizio, the President of the Consumer Technology Association (CTA) — the organization that powers CES, the world’s largest tech event.  Kinsey shares an inside look at what to expect at CES 2026, including: 🚀 Breakthrough innovations set to define the yea...

Join host Paul Amadeus Lane on The Tech Zone as he sits down with Steve Ewell, Executive Director of the CTA Foundation, to unpack the inner workings of the prestigious Eureka Park Accessibility Contest. Discover how hundreds of startups competed—and how five standout winners earned a coveted spot on the grand CES 2026 stage. We'll dive into: What makes Eureka Park the ultimate global startup laun...

Paul Amadeus Lane welcomes Steve Ewell, Executive Director of the CTA Foundation, to The Tech Zone! Discover the innovative projects and organizations recently awarded grants by the Foundation, all aimed at leveraging technology for greater independence. Steve shares insights into why assistive and adaptive technologies are crucial and need more recognition, and offers his perspective on what grou...

Ever wondered what it's like to experience CES as a content creator? In this segment of The Tech Zone, Paul Amadeus Lane chats with Merc Anthony, a prominent  content creator, live from the CES 2025 show floor.

Say goodbye to batteries! On this episode of The Tech Zone, Paul Amadeus Lane explores the groundbreaking Gemns technology from WePower Technologies live from CES 2025.  Joining Paul is Danielle Hicks, [Danielle's Title at WePower Technologies], who provides an inside look at this revolutionary energy harvesting solution.

Join Paul Amadeus Lane on The Tech Zone for a special episode live from the floor of CES 2025!  Paul sits down with Ben Arnold, Executive Director of Industry Analyst of Consumer Technology at Circana, to discuss the hottest trends and innovations emerging from the world's biggest consumer electronics show.

As a quadriplegic and power wheelchair user, Paul is incredibly passionate about personal mobility.  He'll be sitting down with Tony Hong, the Founder and CEO of Strutt, to discuss their groundbreaking technology that's poised to revolutionize how people get around.

On this episode, Paul recaps his incredible experience at CES 2025, including moderating a panel with top industry leaders and a VIP dinner with Verizon and Hackster.  And get ready for a special treat:  Verizon's Gadget Guy, George, joins Paul for an exclusive deep dive into the awesome Gizmo Smartwatch 3! You don't want to miss this breakdown of the latest wearable tech.

As CES 2025 draws to a close, join Paul Amadeus Lane for a reflective conversation with Steve Ewell of the Consumer Technology Association (CTA) Foundation. In this episode of The Tech Zone, they'll discuss the key takeaways from this year's show, focusing on the rising prominence of assistive and adaptive technologies. Steve will share his insights on how CES has evolved to embrace inclusivity an...

Join Paul Amadeus Lane live from CES 2025 as he dives into the world of high-performance connectivity and storage solutions! In this episode of The Tech Zone, Paul interviews Larry O'Connor, founder of OWC (Other World Computing), to discuss the company's latest innovations that are making waves at CES. They'll explore OWC's new Thunderbolt 5 Hub, its groundbreaking features, and how it's transfor...

It's Day 3 of CES 2025, and the excitement is still buzzing! Join Paul Amadeus Lane live from the West Hall as he catches up with CES spokesperson Katie O'Grady. Get the latest updates on the biggest news and announcements from Day 3, plus hear Katie's personal observations and insights from the show floor. Don't miss this opportunity to stay in the loop on all the action at CES!

Join Paul Amadeus Lane live from CES 2025 as he explores the future of education technology! In this episode of The Tech Zone, Paul interviews Jacques Bogh, COO, CFO and late founder of Beekee, an innovative company tackling the challenges of connectivity in education. Discover how Beekee's groundbreaking solution is revolutionizing learning by providing reliable internet access and fostering crea...

Join Paul Amadeus Lane live from the West Hall for a Day 1 recap and a look ahead at Day 2 of CES 2025! In this episode of The Tech Zone, Paul interviews CES spokesperson Allie Fried to get her expert perspective on the biggest highlights from Day 1 and what exciting things are in store for Day 2. They'll discuss the hottest trends, biggest surprises, and must-see exhibits. Plus, Allie will share...

Join Paul Amadeus Lane live from the West Hall of the CES 2025 convention center for a deep dive into the world of technology policy. In this episode of The Tech Zone, Paul sits down with Paul Lekas, Senior Vice President of Global Public Policy for the Software & Information Industry Association (SIIA). They'll discuss SIIA's policy priorities, the challenges and opportunities facing the tech...

Get ready to be inspired! In this segment of Tech Zone, Paul Amadeus Lane sits down with Steve Ewell, Executive Director of the Consumer Technology Association Foundation, to explore the exciting world of tech innovation. Steve shares insights into the CTA Foundation's Eureka Park Accessibility Contest, highlighting the groundbreaking technologies that are improving the lives of older adults and p...

Join Paul Amadeus Lane on Tech Zone as he breaks down the complex world of tariffs and their potential ripple effects on the tech industry and the economy as a whole. What exactly are tariffs, and how do they influence the prices of the gadgets and devices we rely on every day? Paul explores these questions and more, setting the stage for a compelling interview with Steve Yewel, Executive Director...

n this episode of Tech Zone, Paul Amadeus Lane explores the intersection of technology and medical cannabis with Luke Macfarlan, COO of Leafwell. Discover how telehealth is transforming access to medical cannabis, improving patient care, and breaking down barriers in this rapidly evolving industry. Tune in as Paul and Luke discuss: The benefits and challenges of medical cannabis telehealth Leafwel...

Join host Paul Amadeus Lane every week on Tech Zone as he explores the cutting edge of technology and its impact on our world. From AI and augmented reality to telehealth and beyond, Paul dives deep into the latest trends, breakthroughs, and ethical considerations shaping our future. Featuring insightful interviews with industry leaders like Luke Macfarlan of Leafwell, Tech Zone offers a captivati...

Join Paul Amadeus Lane in the Tech Zone for an exclusive interview with Kinsey Fabrizio, the new president of the Consumer Technology Association (CTA), the organization behind CES. Kinsey shares her insights on what to expect at CES 2025, the latest trends in consumer technology, and her journey to the top of the CTA. Don't miss this opportunity to hear from one of the most influential leaders in...

Tune in to The Tech Zone with Paul Amadeus Lane for a deep dive into the hottest tech trends shaping our world! In this episode, Paul explores the explosive growth of generative AI and its impact on everything from creativity to jobs. We'll also discuss the evolving metaverse, exciting new hardware like foldable phones and Apple's Vision Pro headset, and the crucial intersection of technology and...

Tech giants are sounding the alarm over California's proposed AI regulation, SB 1047. The Software & Information Industry Association and the Consumer Technology Association are urging Governor Newsom to veto the bill, arguing it would stifle innovation and harm the state's economy. On this episode of The Tech Zone, Paul Amadeus Lane dives deep into the controversy, exploring the potential imp...

Join Paul Amadeus Lane on The Tech Zone as he dives deep into the exciting world of Eureka Park at CES 2025. In this episode, Paul sits down with Stephen Ewell, Executive Director of the Consumer Technology Association Foundation, to uncover the secrets of this unique showcase for startups and what it takes to stand out. Discover the innovative ideas and groundbreaking technologies that could shap...

Join Paul Amadeus Lane on The Tech Zone as he chats with Luke Parker, a PhD candidate at the University of Kansas, about the growing influence of AI in higher education. They explore the latest AI trends, discuss how AI is transforming the learning experience, and consider the ethical implications of AI integration. Don't miss this insightful conversation about the future of AI in academia!

Paul Amadeus Lane interviews Anshu Agarwal, General Partner at Converge VC, on The Tech Zone. Anshu shares insights from the AI for conference, highlighting the most promising trends in AI and revealing what investors are looking for in this rapidly evolving field. Don't miss this opportunity to hear from a leading VC on the future of AI investment!