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Tech Talk for Families
This is the official podcast of TechTalkforFamilies.com, providing technology, toy, and video game news that actually matters to you and your family a few times per week. We cover the latest gadgets, casual video games, cool new toys, software, websites, and all things tech. We also interview artists, authors, bloggers, and people in the tech industry.
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  Sun, 14 Sep 2008 01:19:58 +0200

Today, Dale interviews John Boynton, founder & CEO of SchoolPulse.com, which allows you to get everyone from a given activity or family all on the same page with schedules and notifications. It's a great service that integrates your life and cell phone with your kids' schedules.

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  Thu, 11 Sep 2008 07:06:06 +0200

Dale and Teresa are back with an award-winning podcast.

Video Game News

Tech News:

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      Wed, 03 Sep 2008 06:03:53 +0200
    Bringing parents, teachers, and students together, HotChalk.com puts students' assignments, teachers' lesson plans, and lots of educational media at your fingertips. Listen to Edward Fields, founder and CEO of HotChalk, and talk to your kids' teachers to find out whether they'll sign up.
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      Sun, 24 Aug 2008 03:16:05 +0200

    While slightly longer, we have a very special episode for you this time. Due to a cough, Teresa couldn't join us, but 12-year-old Kimberly fills in, along with an all-star cast for a roundtable discussion on the new music games that came out this summer.

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      Tue, 05 Aug 2008 06:46:53 +0200

    Dale and Teresa want to figure out how to get rid of a stray cat.

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      Fri, 01 Aug 2008 04:34:34 +0200

    Dale and Teresa brave the heat to bring you the latest tech news for your family.

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      Sun, 27 Jul 2008 07:34:05 +0200

    Dale and Teresa bring you some great new gadgets and toy news after taking the kids to camp.

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      Wed, 16 Jul 2008 07:38:21 +0200

    After much frustration getting her iPod Touch updated with the iPhone 2.0 software, Teresa and Dale take a look at the new offerings at the Electronic Entertainment Expo 2008.

    Toy News:

    • SeaPals, the newest plush online world for kids

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      Thu, 10 Jul 2008 08:11:18 +0200

    Dale and Teresa bring you a thanks and a request.

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    We discuss our latest reviews and play a little Rock Band.

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      Fri, 04 Jul 2008 06:59:37 +0200

    Myst, greatest puzzle game ever, is back, this time on the DS. Dale interviews Manny Granillo, Senior Producer for MYST DS, to talk about the game then and now. He also drops some hints about a similar game coming in the future.

    Other links for more information

    And watch for a full review soon.

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      Thu, 03 Jul 2008 06:14:21 +0200

    Dale and Teresa take a break from jamming on Rock Band for Wii to bring you a news update.

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      Sat, 28 Jun 2008 07:08:33 +0200

    Tracy Rosenthal-Newsom, Director of Production at Harmonix, makers of Rock Band, joins us to talk about the newly released Rock Band for Wii. Is Rock Band the ultimate family game?

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      Tue, 24 Jun 2008 08:00:15 +0200

    After a week of no news, we went to hang out with the Dancing with Elephants crew and had a blast.

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      Fri, 13 Jun 2008 04:08:07 +0200

    Dale and Teresa wash up on shore and bring you some interesting news from the world of animation.

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      Wed, 11 Jun 2008 06:17:44 +0200

    Dale answers a weather question and a poses one for our Korean listeners.

    Don't forget our contest!

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    New reviews at our website

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      Fri, 06 Jun 2008 06:12:46 +0200

    Teresa's still a bit scratchy, but she's back, and she doesn't let a little thing like a failing voice hold her back.

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      Sat, 31 May 2008 21:59:27 +0200

    Just Dale is back again with a consumer action question.

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      Wed, 28 May 2008 06:00:16 +0200

    Dale's still flying solo, and we've extended our contest to June 16. Go sign up again if you tried before. It works now.

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      Sat, 24 May 2008 05:19:28 +0200

    Dale got a chance to catch up with the CEO of one of his favorite Web 2.0 services, Jott.com. John Pollard talks about the great free service and how it can help your family. If you're not using it, check it out. If you are, pick up some tips to get more use out of it!

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      Wed, 21 May 2008 19:05:51 +0200

    Dale's back solo again with a quick update.

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      Sat, 17 May 2008 01:20:23 +0200
    Today, Dale interviews Drs. Lawrence Kutner and Cheryl K. Olson, co-founders and directors of the Harvard Medical School Center for Mental Health and Media and co-authors of Grand Theft Childhood. Based on their study of kids and video games, most of what you've heard about violent video games and kids is wrong. Learn what to avoid and what to watch out for. Also, find out the relationship between video games and ADHD.
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      Thu, 15 May 2008 05:10:42 +0200

    News

    Plus, check out our latest reviews, and we have, as promised, a new contest!

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      Fri, 09 May 2008 07:30:31 +0200

    Dale's back with the first of our new format.

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    Listen for our new review format

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        Thu, 01 May 2008 20:43:39 +0200

      We're here. Really. And we'll be back soon.

      Meanwhile, check out NVidia: Making all video games 3D

      Thanks for your patience.

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        Thu, 03 Apr 2008 06:05:02 +0200

      After recovering from April Fools' Day, Dale and Teresa get serious (mostly) to bring you a handful of stories for your family.

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      Kim Possible Global Gemini Box ArtKim Possible: Global Gemini for DS

      Kimberly, age 12, takes a break from homework to give her thoughts on the most recent Kim Possible game for Nintendo DS.
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          Fri, 21 Mar 2008 16:03:29 +0100

        Happy Easter, everyone! We have a short-but-informative episode this week with lots to celebrate, including a contest winner!

        Tech News:

        Interview

        Radar: Your Kids' Mobile WatchdogThis time, Bob Lotter from eAgency stops by to tell us about Radar: My Mobile Watchdog, a program to help keep your kids safe with mobile phones.

        Video Game News and Reviews:

        Review

        VTech Nitro Vision

        Hannah got the VTech Nitro VisionNitro Vision for Christmas and is ready to review this TV plug-and-play edutainment computer.

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          Tue, 04 Mar 2008 19:01:45 +0100

        Time to wrap up Toy Fair, and remember that our contest ends on March 12.

        Toy News:

        • Dino Rescue DiegoNickelodeon rolls out new toys

        • A detailed look at VTech's new line-up

          • Sit-to-Stand Alphabet Train

          • Paint & Learn Art Easel

          • VTechA-Z Mouse Pad

          • Touch & Teach Turtle

          • Move & Crawl Ball

          • Stack & Learn Elephant

          • Rhyme & Discover Book

          • Learn & Dance Interactive Zoo

          • Play & Learn Tree House

          • Spin Around Learning Town

          • Pull & Learn Car Carrier

          • Baby Tunes Music Player

          • Nighty Light Musical Crib Projector

          • Bop & Learn Guitar

          • Sing & Learn Butterfly

          • Soft Singing Moon

          • Roly Poly Penguin

          • Touch & Learn Musical Bee

          • Sing & Learn Musical Mic

          • Winnie the Pooh Sit 'n Play Learning Center

          • Winnie the Pooh Play 'n Learn Phone

          • Winnie the Pooh Play 'n Learn Spinning Top

          • My Friends Tigger & Pooh Explore 'n Discover Phone

          • Disney Princesses Magic Wand Book

          • Disney Princesses Carriage Laptop

          • Little Einsteins Learn & Discover Globe

          • Little Einsteins Blast-Off Learning Laptop

          • Thomas & Friends Fridge Fun

          • Wall•E Learning Laptop

          • Cars Lightning McQueen Learning Laptop

          • Create-A-Story

          • KidiArt Studio

          • KidiJamz Studio

          • Kidizoom Camera update

          • KidiDoodle

          • V.Smile PC Pal

          • V.Smile Cyber Pocket

          • V-Motion

          • Planetvtech.com

          • Cyber Spy Notebook

          • Cyber Rocket
        • Elmo Knows Your NameElmo Knows Your Name...and threatens your life!

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        Review

        Cosmic FamilyCosmic Family for Wii

        Hannah shares her thoughts on a Wii game for 4-8-year-olds. Is it out of this world? Listen and find out!
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        Next time:

        • An interview helping you protect your kids on their cell phones.
        • The latest tech, toy, and video game news, as always

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          Wed, 20 Feb 2008 09:10:27 +0100

        In a slightly different format, Dale and Teresa take a virtual tour of Toy Fair 2008, bringing you news of new toys and exclusive information about the hot toy this Christmas.

        Toy News:

        • New from Mattel:

          • Hot Wheels® Turbo Driver™ Controller

          • U.B. Funkeys™ Figures

          • DVD PlayerKid-Tough® Portable DVD Player

          • Dora Prance & Fly Pegasus™

          • Handy Manny™ 2-in-1 Transforming Tool Truck

          • PonyLaugh & Learn™ Smart Bounce & Spin Pony™

          • Computer Cool School™

          • Little Mommy™ Real Loving Baby™ Gotta Go™ Doll

          • Elmo Live

          • D-REX™ Dinosaur

          • Spike the Ultra Dinosaur

          • AT RexPower Wheels™ A.T. Rex™

          • Tyco® R/C Turbo Pro Wheelie Cycle™

          • Hot Wheels® Speed Racer Battle Morph™ Mach 6

          • Kung Fu Panda™ Kung Fu Kickin'™ Po

          • Batman: The Dark Knight™ Wayne Tech™ Mega Cape™ Accessory

          • Go, Diego, Go!™ Animal Rescue Railway

          • Barbie® Magic Wings Mariposa™ Doll

          • Barbie® iDesign™ Ultimate Stylist™ CD-ROM Game

          • Hot Wheels® Trick Tracks Assortment

          • Color Me Gemz™

          • Color Me Gemz™ Jewelry Box

        • New from Bandai

        • New from Hasbro

          • Incredible Hulk Smash Hands and "Hulkey Pokey Hulk" for the little ones

          • Indiana Jones Sound FX Whip

          • Iron Man N.R.F. 425 Blaster

          • Spider-manRemote Control Wallcrawler Spider-Man

          • Baby Alive Learns to Potty

          • Furreal Friends Biscuit My Lovin' Pup

          • Littlest Pet Shop VIP's

          • My Little Pony Ponyville Sweet Sundae Amusement Park

          • Tooth Tunes Junior and Turbo Tooth Tunes Toothbrushes

          • Playskool Dance Cam

          • Glide 2 Ride Bike

          • Helmet Heroes

          • Kota the Triceratops

          • I-Dog Dance, I-Dog Clip, and I-Dog Soft

          • Lazer Tag 2-in-1 System

          • Nerf N-Strike Vulcan EBF-25

          • A new Clue

          • Cranium Family Edition

          • Gleemax

          • Monopoly Here and Now: The World Edition

          • Noodleboro

          • Partini

          • Scrabble Diamond Anniversary Edition

          • Trivial Pursuit Digital Choice
        • Vex LogoInnovation First and Vex Robotics

        • Jakks Pacific

          • EyeClops™ Night Vision and Bionic Cam™

          • Ulti-Motion™ Disney and Swing Zone

          • G2GirlG2: Game Girl™ TV Games

          • Neopets

          • Discovery Kids Smart Animals™ and Discovery Kids Smart Animal Scanopedia

        Interview

        RevellThis week, Mike Brezette from Revelle joins us to talk about toy models, how they've evolved and continue to evolve to meet the needs of today's family, as well as the educational value behind these great toys. Mike discusses how kids are bringing new life to classic kits. Also catch another interview with Mike discussing electronics and robotics.

        Review

        Singing Bee DVD GameThe Singing Bee for DVD

        Dale and Teresa take a look at Imagination's interactive DVD game based on the popular game show with Joey Fatone.

        Feedback

        Next time:

        • More news from Toy Fair 2008!
        • The latest tech, toy, and video game news, as always

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          Fri, 08 Feb 2008 08:39:13 +0100

        Dale and Teresa crawl out of the snow to bring you the results of the Treasure Hunt Contest!

        Toy News:

        • LeapFrog TagLeapFrog Plays Tag, including exclusive insights as to LeapFrog's direction. You heard it here first!

        Tech News:

        Interview

        Allegro MultimediaThis week, we have Paul Weisman, Vice-President of Music Development and of the Music Wizard Academy to tell us about Music Wizard, a cross between Guitar Hero/Rock Band and actual musical instrument lessons. Paul also describes some upcoming products, Band Wizard, Composer Wizard, and WizardTunes that sound very cool.

        Video Game News and Reviews:

        Review

        Piano Wizard for Mac and PC

        A cross between Guitar Hero and piano lessons, is Piano Wizard as great as it sounds?
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          Fri, 25 Jan 2008 07:14:04 +0100

        This is our annual Macintosh episode, covering the announcements at MacWorld Expo and more, plus an interview with an expert who was there.

        Tech News:

        Interview

        John C. DvorakJohn C. Dvorak joins us to give his impressions of the MacWorld expo and Apple's announcements, as well as some insights into the DVD war.

        Video Game News and Reviews:

        Review

        Foster's for LeapsterFoster's Home for Imaginary Friends for Leapster

        Hannah and new voice Dani join us for a look at the Leapster approach to this popular Cartoon Network show.
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          Wed, 16 Jan 2008 05:48:17 +0100

        Dale and Teresa didn't make it to CES this year, but we've gleaned the highlights from those who did. We also have a correction on a story from last week.

        Toy News:

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        Review

        Leapster Pet PalsPet Pals for Leapster

        Hannah takes a look at Leapfrog's approach to Nintendogs and finds it to be better for the younger pups in your house.
        New reviews at our website:

        Feedback

        Next time:

        • MacWorld Recap
        • The latest tech, toy, and video game news, as always

        Music by Kevin McLeod

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          Tue, 08 Jan 2008 05:09:54 +0100

        Happy New Year, everyone! We're back with a big announcement and looking forward to a very busy month. Listen closely for the contest code word.

        Recalls and Safety Information:

        Tech News:

        Video Game News and Reviews:

        Review

        Life Twists and TurnsThe Game of Life: Twists & Turns

        This week, we take a look at a new twist on the classic board game with the white plastic houses.
        New reviews at our website:

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        Next time:

        • CES Coverage
        • The latest tech, toy, and video game news, as always

        Music by Kevin McLeod

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          Sat, 22 Dec 2007 08:18:43 +0100

        Since we're taking Christmas off, we'd like to share a timeless Christmas story with you. See if you can pick out Dale's voice.

        This is the third annual Podcast Pickle community skit. The entire production is written and performed every year entirely by members of the Podcast Pickle community. If you are a big podcast listener, you may recognize several celebrity voices.

        If you liked this, you may also be interested in hearing the two previous Pickle productions:

        * 2005's A Podcast Christmas Carol
        * 2006's The Update Before Christmas

        Merry Christmas from the Tech Talk for Families family. We'll still be updating the website during the rest of 2007 with more news, reviews, and blogs, and we'll be back in January with a very special announcement.