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Home Gadget Geeks

On Home Gadget Geeks we cover all your favorite tech gadgets that find their way into your home. News, reviews, product updates and conversation, all for the Average Tech guy! Host Jim Collison and his super line up of hosts are LIVE each week on Thursday nights, 8pmC/9E at http://theAverageGuy.tv

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87:46

Ross Brand from Livestream Universe and How he...

Home Gadget Geeks ·

2021/09/25

Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg505Ross Brand from LiveStream Universe at https://livestreamuniverse.com/ joins us as we look at the process of self-publishing and all the things to think about considering the process. From creating content to the tech needed to get it edited and published, Ross works us through the steps. We also talk about the future of live streaming and some things to consider with what is happening in that

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82:47

Ed Sullivan with Tesla Issues and Some Things to...

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2021/09/11

Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg503 Ed Sullivan joins us for some updates on his Tesla and some issues that have come up in the 6 months he has owned it. We also talk about some things to consider when purchasing an EV. We wrap the show with some discussion on an all-electric rat / mouse trap. All that and more! Join Jim Collison / @jcollison and Mike Wieger / @WiegerTech for show #504 of Home Gadget Geeks brought to you by the

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72:48

Bob and Ryan from ThinkComputers.org with new Camera...

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2021/09/04

We have Bob and Ryan back from ThingComputers.org and we spend the first part of the show with a new Camera Recommendation from Bob (Sony aZV-E10) and the New Rode Wireless GO II. We spend some time talking about the current chip shortage and what does it mean for schools. Jim has a new 1TB NVMe drive to show off and we look at 3 x 2TB NVMe drives that were looked at by Bob. We look at some cool art with deconstructed iPhone art and wrap it with some talk about a new Creative Sound Blaster Play! 4

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84:30

Kevin Schoonover with Home Networking Tips and Tricks...

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2021/08/28

Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg502 We have Kevin Schoonover this week and we spend a bunch of time talking about home networking. Is a single modem or mesh best? What blocks Wifi? How do you troubleshoot networking issues? We look at some new equipment as well. All that and more!Join Jim Collison / @jcollison and Mike Wieger / @WiegerTech for show #502 of Home Gadget Geeks brought to you by the Average Guy Network. WANT TO

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77:42

Sammie Collison on Etsy, Update to Fire Pit and Deck,...

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2021/08/21

Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg501Sammie Collison joins Jim this week with some updates from college and a deeper look at the new fire pit and deck work, do the Collison's need a robot vacuum cleaner, Sammie has a new item in her knitting store and some cooking tips from HelloFresh. The show is packed! All that and more!Join Jim Collison / @jcollison and Mike Wieger / @WiegerTech for show #501 of Home Gadget Geeks brought to

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88:45

Show 500! Kids and Ham, Fastic and Fire Pits and Top...

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2021/08/14

Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg500 We made it! Show 500 is here! Mike spends some time talking about how is kids have gotten interested in Ham radio. Some new Ham gadgets included. Jim is trying to drop some COVID weight and is trying intermittent fasting and using the Fastic App. Jim also installed a new fire pit in the backyard and added some design elements to try to make it a smokeless fire pit with some success. We wrap the

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65:26

Ring Cam Install, Electric vs Battery Powered...

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2021/07/31

Mike and Jim spend some time talking about Jim’s new Ring Cam install. Pics and examples are shown. Jim also updates on the Generator monitor and hookup selection. At the end of the show, Mike updates us on his Ham radio setup and gives Jim some advice on using a new battery based generator. All that and more!Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg499Join Jim Collison / @jcollison and Mike Wieger / @WiegerTech for show #499 of Home

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64:18

Listener Feedback, New Ring Cam and Networking...

Home Gadget Geeks ·

2021/07/24

Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg498 Mike and Jim spend at the front of the show with some listener feedback, but via email and a call-in message. Jim then asks for help with the placement of a new Ring Stick Up Cam and a solution to monitor this new generator. We wrap it with an update from Mike on some network issues he was having with an SSL certificate. All that and more! Join Jim Collison / @jcollison and Mike Wieger /

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77:02

Technology Blunder and Disasters Explained - HGG497

Home Gadget Geeks ·

2021/07/17

Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg497 Mike and Jim look at some recent technology issues at home that have caused us to rethink our setups. Is it all worth it? Have we made it too complicated? It’s it all worth it? All that and more! Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg497 Join Jim Collison / @jcollison and Mike Wieger / @WiegerTech for show #497 of Home Gadget Geeks

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88:08

Richard Hay from Windows Observer with Everything...

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2021/07/13

Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg496 We have Richard Hay from Windows Observer and ITPro Today as we talk about all things Windows 11. What is new, what is old and what to expect when it rolls out later this fall. All that and more! Join Jim Collison / @jcollison and Mike Wieger / @WiegerTech for show #496 of Home Gadget Geeks brought to you by the Average Guy Network. WANT TO SUBSCRIBE? http://theAverageGuy.tv/subscribe Join us

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43:48

Jon Panozzo from Unraid Updates on 6.9 and the new...

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2021/07/03

Full show notes, transcriptions, audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg495 We have Jon Panozzo from Unraid this week on Home Gadget Geeks. Jon updates us on the Unraid 6.9 upgrade and what to look forward to in 6.10. We also spend some time looking at the most popular apps on Unraid. Jon is also now hosting a new Podcast – the Uncast! We wrap the show with look at Chia Coin and farming Crypto using Unraid. All that and more! Join Jim Collison / @jcollison and Mike Wieger / @WiegerTech for

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84:49

Christian Johnson with Wyze Security Cams, Maple...

Home Gadget Geeks ·

2021/06/19

Full show notes, transcriptions, audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg494 Christian Johnson is back this week, and we spend some time catching up with him. We talk some home automation and Wyse Cams for the new place. We spend some time talking about Maple Grove Partners and we catch up on all the changes happening there. We spend some time talking about the future of EV products including cars and solar panels. All that and more! Join Jim Collison / @jcollison and Mike Wieger /

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98:25

Erin Lawrence from Tech Gadgets Canada with Echo Show...

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2021/06/12

Full show notes, transcriptions, audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg493 Erin Lawrence from https://techgadgetscanada.com is back this week as we take a long look at the Echo Show 10 (3rd Gen) and the 2021 Google Nest Hub with Sleep Sensing as the latest in smart speakers and digital assistance. We then talk about some less expensive Android phone options and finish the show by talking about some home automation around home water management. All that and more! Join Jim Collison /

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79:33

Marvin Bee from Podnutz Pro Talks Monitoring Networks...

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2021/06/05

Full show notes, transcriptions, audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg492 We have Marvin Bee from Podnutz Pro found at https://podnutzpro.com joins us this week as we talk about all things networking. After getting to know Marv a bit (he goes by Uncle Marv on social) we dig into his day job at MB Systems, then look at the NetAlly EtherScope Handheld network analyzer as well as the Domotz Network and IoT network monitoring too. All that and more! Join Jim Collison / @jcollison and Mike

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64:14

Jim has a New Car and the Treadly 2 Hands On Review -...

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2021/05/22

Full show notes, transcriptions, audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg491 Jim and Mike are back this week with some exciting news on Jim’s new vehicle! You might be surprised by the choice he made and why. Jim also has a brand new Treadly 2 (link below) and give a first look and mini hands on review. We wrap the show with some chat about Roku v. YouTube and the battle between them right now. All that and more! Join Jim Collison / @jcollison and Mike Wieger / @WiegerTech for show #491 of

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82:11

Dave McCabe and Gadget Geeks Woodworking Tools – HGG490

Home Gadget Geeks ·

2021/05/15

Full show notes, transcriptions, audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg490 Dave McCabe from Reset.fm and the Reset Podcast joins us to talk Woodworking for gadget geeks this week on Home Gadget Geeks. We catch up first with a little crypto talk and then move into his projects with wood. We finish with some updates on lawn care and Jim has a big announcement next week on his future car purchase. All that and more! Join Jim Collison / @jcollison and Mike Wieger / @WiegerTech for show #490 of

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84:23

The Big Spring 2021 BBQ and Grill Show! – HGG489

Home Gadget Geeks ·

2021/05/09

Full show notes, transcriptions, audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg489 Shawn Cooke and Mark Robson join us this week as we talk about BBQ and Smoking rubs. Shawn walks us thru his process of creating rubs and we talk about his 9 grills. Do not come to the show hungry! All that and more! Join Jim Collison / @jcollison and Mike Wieger / @WiegerTech for show #489 of Home Gadget Geeks brought to you by the Average Guy Network. WANT TO SUBSCRIBE? http://theAverageGuy.tv/subscribeJoin us for

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79:28

When is Mining Crypto Worth it and Apple iMac and...

Home Gadget Geeks ·

2021/05/02

Full show notes, transcriptions, audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg488 We have a listener question from Kyle about when is it worth it and not worth it to mine crypto. Mike looks at all the factors and gives some advice. Mike is watching more F1 racing and even paying for it! We look at the new hardware from Apple with the new iMac and AirTag offerings and wrap it with Jim questioning his look at Tesla. Is the new Ford Mustang Mach-E worth the look? All that and more! Join Jim Collison /

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67:06

Crypto Exchanges, Tesla Test Drive and Leaving...

Home Gadget Geeks ·

2021/04/24

Full show notes, transcriptions, audio, and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg487 We spend some time this week talking about using Crypto Exchanges and after Coinbase, what might be your next exchange. Jim does a Tesla test drive last weekend and gives his thoughts. We wrap with some thoughts on Mike’s PC upgrade as he considers joining Storj again. All that and more! Join Jim Collison / @jcollison and Mike Wieger / @WiegerTech for show #487 of Home Gadget Geeks brought to you by the Average Guy

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96:59

Cody Wheat from Shots of History with Alcohol...

Home Gadget Geeks ·

2021/04/17

Full show notes, transcriptions, audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg486 Cody Wheat from http://shotsofhistory.com/ joins us this week to update us on his work at https://libdib.com/, how the alcohol industry faired during the pandemic and some updates on what is ahead as the world recovers. Some fun stories and interesting things you may not have known about the industry in this extended conversation! All that and more! Join Jim Collison / @jcollison and Mike Wieger / @WiegerTech for show

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