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The Feed with Amber Mac & Michael B

Each week on The Feed @AmberMac and Michael B showcase the latest in the world of technology and social media with their SiriusXM CanadaTalks Channel 167 audience across North America

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50:08

Teen blogger Hannah Alper on 19 young people making a...

The Feed with Amber Mac & Michael B ·

2017/11/07

We talk to Hannah Alper, a 14-year-old blogger and activist, about her new book, Momentus. We also speak to the founder of Spectrums about how his new company makes it easy to create one single identity for all your social media accounts. Plus, Amber shares updates from her high-tech kitchen and how GE is leading the way in smart home innovation. In Socially Speaking, we talk about the future of CAPTCHA and how A.I. is catching up to human accuracy (and whether or not that is a good thing).

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51:22

Why one couple signed a Stranger Things "spoiler"...

The Feed with Amber Mac & Michael B ·

2017/10/31

We speak with Plastic Bank's David Katz about turning your plastic water bottles into real currency. Fred Scarf, creator of the Meme Your Photos app, joins us to chat about the history of the meme and how to make your own on social media with his company's new app. In Socially Speaking, we debate the benefits of signing a Stranger Things "spoiler" contract with your partner. Plus, Google shares their data about the scariest searches of October why the 80s is making a comeback.

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50:11

How to sell old gadgets without selling your privacy...

The Feed with Amber Mac & Michael B ·

2017/10/24

We talk to Allen Lau from Wattpad, the storytelling platform, about their company's venture into video. Plus, we speak to tech expert Marc Saltzman about tips to make a simple website in under an hour. We also get advice from our cyber security expert Ryan Duquette from Hexigent about how to sell (or recycle) your old tech without jeopardizing your personal data. In Socially Speaking, we discuss Facebook's step into episodic content and how they will compete against Netflix.

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49:10

GadgetMatch's Michael Josh on the Google Pixel 2 | TF116

The Feed with Amber Mac & Michael B ·

2017/10/18

We talk to the founder of Zunum Aero about how they are developing a small electric aircraft that is set to take flight in 2020. Plus, GadgetMatch's Michael Josh joins us from Vietnam with the latest from Google including their new smartphone, the Pixel 2. We take a look at Think Dirty's app, a digital download to educate consumers about potential toxic ingredients in home and skincare products. In Socially Speaking, we talk about the fallout of the Harvey Weinstein story and why Rose McGowan got

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50:26

@Brittlestar shares his thoughts on how Cheez could...

The Feed with Amber Mac & Michael B ·

2017/10/11

We talk to Google's Alexandra Hunnings about the scariest searches in advance of Friday the 13th and Halloween. Plus, we we debate how technology companies market to kids. Our favorite video star @Brittlestar joins us to talk about what could be the next Vine (say Cheez!). In Socially Speaking, we dive into how artificial intelligence is going to affect the future of work and where automation is good for the economy.

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50:05

GadgetMatch's Michael Josh with an iPhone vs Samsung...

The Feed with Amber Mac & Michael B ·

2017/10/03

GadgetMatch's Michael Josh tells us which new smartphone camera takes the best pics. Plus, Ryan Duquette from Hexigent joins us with an Equifax update and how to protect our kids online. Plus, Ted Nash with the recipe for creating branded content that tells better stories. In Socially Speaking, we dive into what's hot and what's not in Halloween costumes in 2017.

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53:06

How Samsung is using VR to help with pain management...

The Feed with Amber Mac & Michael B ·

2017/10/03

Kevin Jones, Samsung's Senior Director for Strategic Alliances, joins us to have a look at their technological advancements in the health sector. We also speak to author John Ellis about how big data will transform transportation. Plus, MedChart CEO James Bateman talks about the future electronic medical records. In Socially Speaking, we discuss bullying in politics.

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50:25

Tom Merritt (DTNS) warns us about a hacker group...

The Feed with Amber Mac & Michael B ·

2017/09/20

Tom Merritt, host of Daily Tech News show, joins us to talk about the tech stories of the week, including the status of his Patreon campaign supporting new co-host Sarah Lane (she starts Oct. 2nd!). Michael speaks to Greg Feller, co-founder of Mogo, about how his fintech company is making it easier to get access to personal loans. Plus, Dr. John Wallenburg calls in to explain how researchers are using the latest medical technology to help children living with Cystic Fibrosis. In Socially Speaking,

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50:28

How to 3D print pancakes and get your fridge to make...

The Feed with Amber Mac & Michael B ·

2017/09/10

We speak to singer/songwriter and digital art innovator Beatie Wolfe about bringing augmented reality to the music industry. Plus, our own Amber Mac is 3D printing pancakes and getting her fridge to make her coffee - we tell you how. Michael O'Hara from GSMA shares why the World Mobile Congress is expanding to North America. In Socially Speaking, we talk about how Facebook plans to stop advertisers spreading fake news.

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45:49

Techcrunch's Darrell Etherington on what you need to...

The Feed with Amber Mac & Michael B ·

2017/09/01

We speak to TechCrunch's Darrell Etherington about the latest cookie from Google and what to expect from Apple September 12th. Plus, we have Alexandra Hunnings from Google who shares the best way to use search to simplify your back-to-school shopping (and she explains how Google knows the 80s and 90s are making a comeback this fall). Plus, we find out how a former CIA officer plans to kick President Donald Trump off Twitter (with a little crowdfunding help).

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50:36

Why columnist Margaret Wente is wrong about coding...

The Feed with Amber Mac & Michael B ·

2017/08/22

With September just around the corner, we talk to Matt Hutton from Little 10 Robot about Calcugators and why math edutainment works for kids. We also speak to Dr. Kiki from This Week in Science about this week's eclipse and why it was a special moment in history. Plus, futurist Andy Walker shares how artificial intelligence could lead to the perfect cookie recipe. In Socially Speaking, why a Globe and Mail columnist is misguided about coding for kids.

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50:51

Back-to-school tech with USA Today's Marc Saltzman |...

The Feed with Amber Mac & Michael B ·

2017/08/16

We talk to security expert Ryan Duquette about new password creation rules. Plus, we speak to teen entrepreneur Alexandra Philp-Reeves about her new company, Emojihealth, a chatbot that helps keep teens healthy. We also speak to Marc Saltzman about the top 5 tech gadgets for kids heading back to college. In Socially Speaking, we discuss a new UK reality show called Lego Masters and how it's inspiring geek creativity on television.

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51:00

Demystifying Facebook video advertising with web...

The Feed with Amber Mac & Michael B ·

2017/08/08

We talk to the founder of WT2 Translator, a real-time translation earpiece, about how his technology makes it easy to communicate in a foreign language on the go. Plus, @Brittlestar stops by to give us the scoop on building a brand on Facebook and what it takes to target the audience you want. We also speak to Brian McCabe from Scotiabank about the future of banking and the end of cash. In Socially Speaking, we debate the smart speaker wars and how Apple will take a bite out of the market.

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50:57

iPhone 8 Rumors with GadgetMatch's Michael Josh | TF106

The Feed with Amber Mac & Michael B ·

2017/08/01

We talk to Dr. James Fielding about how Audeara helps people with hearing loss create custom headphones. Plus, we chat with GadgetMatch's Michael Josh about what we should expect this fall when the iPhone 8 hits stores. We also speak with Seth Redmore, CMO of Lexalytics, about how artificial intelligence is going to help and hurt our future. In Socially Speaking, our thoughts on the next phase of Google Glass coming to a factory near you.

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49:42

If you have a ring put a finger on it & tap to pay |...

The Feed with Amber Mac & Michael B ·

2017/07/27

We talk to Lex Hoefsloot from Lightyear about how they are moving in on the electric car with a solar panel powered luxury sedan. Plus, we chat with Melanie Shapiro from Token about moving your tap and pay from your phone to your ring finger. We also speak to Hailey Hollinsworth about how their Ungalli clothing line is saving 8 plastic water bottles for every pair of jogging pants they make. In Socially Speaking, Aron and Amber decide whether or not to put a chip in Michael's head.

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50:16

The Science Behind Brittlestar's KFC Canada Day Video...

The Feed with Amber Mac & Michael B ·

2017/07/12

We talk to Tom McLeod from Omni about how his on-demand storage space brings your stuff to you. Plus, we chat with our favorite Internet star @Brittlestar about why his latest video on the differences between Canadians and Americans grew to 45 million views and counting. We also speak to Atacama's Susan Neal about how her high-tech sportswear company is keeping athlete's sweat-free.

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51:11

Cytelligence CEO Daniel Tobok on how hackers are data...

The Feed with Amber Mac & Michael B ·

2017/07/04

Daniel Tobok from Cytelligence joins us to talk about how to stay safe from hackers when you're sharing on social. Plus, we chat with VRPlayin's Director of Marketing Valerie Blackstock about why arcades are making a comeback thanks to virtual reality. We also speak to Mike Weiss about his app, Cannacopia, which puts marijuana education in the palm of your hand. In Socially Speaking, we discuss whether or not Instagram is killing the Snapchat star.

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49:11

Boomerang's Justin Payeur on maintaining screen time...

The Feed with Amber Mac & Michael B ·

2017/06/27

Boomerang's Justin Payeur joins us to share how an app can make screen time easier at bedtime and during summertime. Plus, we chat with Smart Nora's Behrouz Hariri about how smart tech can help your partner from snoring up a storm (so you get a better night's sleep). We also talk to the founder of Naava, a smart green wall business that is bringing nature inside (and improving air quality at the same time). In Socially Speaking, we debate if Apple has lost its way by diving into original content and

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01:00:46

Anniversary Special with Margaret Atwood, Barbara...

The Feed with Amber Mac & Michael B ·

2017/06/20

In this special anniversary episode, we speak with literary icon Margaret Atwood about The Handmaid's Tale, climate change, and the LongPen. We also chat with the COO of Shopify, Harley Finkelstein, about the rise of the entrepreneur. Shark Tank's Barbara Corcoran joins us to share how failing at work got her into the Billion Dollar Club and what to expect in her new book, Shark Tales. Plus, tech evangelist Guy Kawasaki details how he tried to commit Linkedin suicide and failed. In Socially

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50:12

Web celeb @Brittlestar on the recent YouTube...

The Feed with Amber Mac & Michael B ·

2017/06/13

We chat with Sandeep Pandya, President of Netradyne, about the latest trends in AI for self-driving vehicles and what challenges lie ahead. We also speak to Siqi Mou from HelloAva about using machine learning to find the right skin care products. Plus, our favorite video star @Brittlestar is in studio to talk about the role of advertising in the online video platform race. In Socially Speaking, we talk about the ethics behind buying Instagram followers from a vending machine.

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