Ready to start your own podcast but don't know where to begin? Josh and Will wrap up 2025 with their most practical episode yet—a complete guide to editing your podcast without breaking the bank or getting overwhelmed by tech.In this year-end episode, we share everything we've learned from 227 episodes of podcasting, from choosing your first microphone to leveraging AI for content creation. Whether you're dreaming of starting a tech podcast, educational series, or just want to share your passion with the world, we break down the entire process into manageable steps that won't intimidate even the most tech-shy creators.
Welcome back to HiTech Podcast! In Episode 226, hosts Josh and Will dive deep into the National Mall Gateway with special guest Bobby, exploring an innovative educational platform that's transforming how students and visitors experience America's historic heart.From virtual tours to AI-powered lessons, discover how the National Mall Gateway is bridging physical and digital learning experiences. Bobby shares the fascinating journey of creating this comprehensive educational tool, complete with augmented reality features, interactive site cards, and connections to curriculum standards.Whether you're an educator looking for engaging history resources, a parent planning a DC visit, or simply curious about how technology can enhance cultural experiences, this conversation offers valuable insights into the future of educational tech.🔗 Explore the National Mall Gateway: gateway.nationalmall.org
Josh and Will dive deep into the emerging world of agentic AI browsers - exploring Fellou and Perplexity's Comet, two innovative tools that promise to revolutionize how we interact with the web.From automated task execution to cross-platform integration, we break down what these AI-powered browsers can (and can't) do, discuss their potential for smaller teams and nonprofits, and share our honest thoughts about the exciting possibilities and security concerns.Whether you're curious about the future of web automation or wondering if AI browsers are worth the hype, this exploratory conversation gives you the real scoop from two friends figuring it out together.
Join us for our annual holiday tradition with Steven Miletto (aka Golden Pipes) in his legendary Christmas sweater! This year's festive episode takes an unexpected turn as we dive deep into the big question everyone's asking: What would it look like if AI actually replaced different jobs?We explore everything from AI substitute teachers with dystopian "shock rooms" to robot baseball players and AI sound engineers. Steven brings his educator perspective while we speculate on scenarios ranging from hilariously absurd to surprisingly plausible. Plus, we test our theories against what Claude AI actually thinks about job replacement!But don't worry - this isn't doom and gloom. We balance the speculation with honest takes on what makes human work irreplaceable and why some jobs are safer than others. Perfect holiday tech conversation for your family dinner table!
This week we welcome Ron Moore, host of the brand-new podcast "Why This Film," to talk about his journey from teacher to corporate L&D professional to podcaster. Ron shares the real story behind launching his first episode, the challenges of finding your voice, and why the Criterion Collection sparked his podcasting passion.We dive deep into the art of guest interviews, the importance of organic conversation over rigid scripts, and why being an enthusiastic learner beats being an expert every time. Whether you're thinking about starting your own podcast or just love hearing about creative projects taking flight, this conversation is packed with honest insights and practical encouragement.🎙️Why This Fiim Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2528877
Join Josh and Will as they dive deep into @1X-tech latest humanoid robot demonstration and grapple with the bigger questions about AI and automation in our daily lives. This week's conversation takes a thoughtful turn as we examine whether society is prepared for the productivity revolution that's coming - and what it might cost us.From NEO's impressive household tasks to cyberpunk dystopia concerns, we explore the spectrum of possibilities ahead. Plus, hear Josh's legendary Arby's bell story (trust us, it's worth it) and our candid takes on everything from Taco Bell to productivity anxiety.
This week, we are joined by the legendary "Golden Pipes" Steven Miletto for an honest, unfiltered conversation about AI in 2025. No hype, no fear-mongering - just three tech enthusiasts sharing real experiences with artificial intelligence tools.Steven brings his unique perspective from 796+ podcast episodes and shares how he's actually using AI in his workflow. From ChatGPT experiments to practical applications, we explore what's working, what's not, and why we need to pump the brakes on some AI implementations.
📚 CHAPTERS:0:00 - Intro & Catching Up with Steven Miletto1:47 - Steve's Podcast Journey (796 Episodes!)3:31 - Diving Into AI Discussion8:12 - First AI Experiences & Reactions15:20 - Practical AI Applications25:45 - Job Descriptions & AI Writing Help35:12 - AI Limitations & Reality Check42:30 - The "AI in Charge" Problem51:00 - Coffee, Temperature, & AI Perfection55:20 - Wrap-up & Final Thoughts
What happens when the backbone of the internet fails? Josh and Will dive into the recent AWS outage that reminded us all just how dependent we've become on cloud infrastructure. From smart home devices going offline to entire business operations grinding to a halt, this episode explores our complicated relationship with internet connectivity. But first - Josh finally notices a painting that's been in Will's background for months (since episode 199, to be exact!), leading to a hilarious deep-dive through previous episodes and a story about childhood art purchases.The conversation then shifts to something we can control: our personal reflection practices. Will shares his 3+ year journey with Reflection App, demonstrating how intentional journaling can help us process everything from tech disruptions to personal growth - especially when the digital world feels unreliable.➡️ 40% OFF Reflection App: http://reflection.app/hitech
We dive into a controversial topic: the growing backlash against technology in education and beyond. Are we stuck in an endless pendulum swing between tech extremism? Josh brings a hot take about recent articles claiming tech is "poisoning" us, and we explore why this all-or-nothing thinking misses the mark.From washing machines to AI, we trace how society has always freaked out about new technology - and why that pattern needs to end. Plus: our thoughts on intentional tech use, the real problems in education, and why your goal matters more than your tools
Welcome to Episode 218 of the HiTech Podcast! This week, Josh takes Will (and you!) on an in-depth tour of Notion 3.0 and its game-changing AI features. From automated weekly reports to custom database creation in seconds, discover how Notion's agentic AI is revolutionizing personal productivity and task management.Josh demonstrates his elaborate Notion dashboard system, introduces his AI assistant "R2-D2," and shows how AI can reverse-engineer entire workflow systems. Whether you're a Notion power user or just curious about AI-powered productivity tools, this episode is packed with practical examples and real-world applications.
Ever wondered what it takes to consistently create a weekly podcast for four years? In this special behind-the-scenes episode, Will and Josh pull back the curtain on their entire podcasting workflow and reveal how AI tools have transformed their process from a time-consuming hobby into an efficient, sustainable system.From recording platforms to editing software, transcript generation to social media clips, discover the exact tools and AI features that keep the Hi-Tech Podcast running smoothly week after week. Whether you're thinking about starting your own podcast or just curious about content creation workflows, this episode is packed with practical insights and real-world examples.
Join us for an exciting deep dive into Topia with founder Daniel as we explore how this spatial platform is revolutionizing virtual education! Discover how proximity chat, customizable worlds, and innovative SDK tools are creating delightful learning experiences for K-12 students in virtual schools, micro schools, and homeschooling environments.From supporting 500+ concurrent users to integrating with major LMS platforms, Topia is proving that online education can be engaging, social, AND safe. We discuss the platform's evolution, the importance of "delight" as a metric, and why students are literally clicking repeatedly just to get into class early!Whether you're an educator exploring virtual learning tools, a remote worker seeking better collaboration spaces, or just curious about the future of online community building, this episode is packed with insights.
Will and Josh pit their mobile rigs against each other in this epic travel tech showdown! From $250 backpacks to portable monitors, wireless mice to Steam Decks - we're breaking down every piece of gear that keeps us productive (and entertained) on the road.No sponsorships, just honest takes on what actually works when you need your full setup anywhere. Whether you're a digital nomad or just want better coffee shop productivity, this episode's packed with practical insights and real-world testing.
Watch Josh and Will transform a simple meal planning problem into a fully functional web app using nothing but AI prompts. From Will's basic Google Sheets button to a sophisticated menu generator with search, filters, and editing capabilities - all built live in under 30 minutes!We're not coding experts, just two curious minds showing you how accessible app development has become with AI tools like Claude and ChatGPT. Whether you want to solve personal productivity challenges or prototype your next big idea, this episode proves anyone can build functional apps today.
Join hosts Will Ellingworth and Josh as they dive deep into one of AI's most controversial topics: its environmental footprint. From data centers consuming massive amounts of electricity to the real-world impact on local communities, we explore whether the environmental cost of AI is worth the benefits. Plus, Josh creates a penguin-saving game live on the show!
Josh and Will put OpenAI's new "Study and Learn" mode to the test with theology questions, instructional design challenges, and... tank driving? What started as educational evaluation ended with an unexpected browser-based tank simulator. We explore whether this AI study tool actually encourages learning or just makes cheating more complicated.
We put AI to the ultimate test - can Claude outsmart our resident board game expert Alex? Watch as we experiment with Claude playing Skull and Flip Seven in real-time, discovering surprising insights about AI capabilities, human strategy, and the art of bluffing against algorithms.Spoiler alert: Humans aren't obsolete just yet.
Ever feel like documentation is a four-letter word? 😅 We get it! Will and Josh dive deep into the art (and pain) of creating useful documentation - from knowledge bases to SOPs to those quick tutorial videos we all need but never have time to make.🔥 What We Cover:Why documentation becomes a problem before it becomes a priorityThe real barriers: time, effort, maintenance, and that "but we're unique!" mindsetJosh's team knowledge base journey (spoiler: Notion FTW)Will's lone wolf documentation struggles (we've all been there)Different fidelity levels: when good enough really IS good enough💡 GAME CHANGER ALERT: We put Scribe to the test! This tool promises to solve the biggest documentation headaches by recording your screen and auto-generating step-by-step guides. Does it live up to the hype? (Spoiler: Josh immediately wanted to buy it for his team 👀)For more on our conversation, check out the episode page.
Join Josh and Will as they dive deep into the messy world of AI training and copyright law! This week, we're unpacking the Anthropic lawsuit that's got everyone talking - and we accidentally recreate 1984 in the process (oops!). What we discovered: When we asked Claude to rewrite Orwell's classic in a modern context, things got... uncomfortably derivative. Are AI companies walking a legal tightrope? Should you be worried about using AI tools? We're processing it all live on air.