This time, Dale and Teresa discuss mobile phones and the family. Also, an interview with Mike Iampietro of Adobe, discussing family video editing with Premiere Elements. And we have a contest winner! Feedback Call our feedback line: 206-339-6480 Or e-mail us And check out the News for more news, reviews, and other content. Music by Kevin McLeod

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Dale interviews Barbara Geer, President of the National Association for Music Education, about the use of Wii Music in the classroom. Don't forget our Contest! Feedback Call our feedback line: 206-339-6480 Or e-mail us And check out the News for more news, reviews, and other content. Music by Kevin McLeod

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Abandoning the news for a new format, Dale and Teresa return in good health with new useful information. DTV Transition: Spend less and get more and better video content New Contest with a huge prize package Feedback Call our feedback line: 206-339-6480 Or e-mail us And check out the News for more news, reviews, and other content. Next time: An interview talking about video games in school music classes Music by Kevin McLeod

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Dale interviews David Cole, CEO of Next3D. Watching your home TV in 3D is the next big step in home theater. Find out more about it now--it's coming sooner than you think, and you may already have the capability in your TV! Feedback Call our feedback line: 206-339-6480 Leave a voice message with your computer microphone Or e-mail us And check out the News for more news, reviews, and other content. Next time: A regular episode when we announce the winner of our contest! Music by Kevin McLeod

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Dale stops by for a quick update while Teresa suffers from occupational hazards. Topics: Get a free game for your Xbox 360 today! Tech Talk for Families has a new interface with more new features to come Get free Christmas Music from Amazon How educational should your toys be? Check out our reviews for gift ideas And a new contest: What should Dale get Teresa for Christmas? Feedback We got a voicemail from Chris in Florida Call our feedback line: 206-339-6480 Leave a voice message with your computer microphone Or e-mail us And check out the News for more news, reviews, and other content. Music by Kevin McLeod

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Dale is joined this week by a substitute host: Ringmaster Greg from Dancing with Elephants. Tech News: Keep the mobile phone from ringing in the car Stream Hulu to AppleTV Wal-mart offers DRM-free mp3's cheaper than iTunes Reviews Feedback Redboy offered his thoughts on the creepy doll. Call our feedback line: 206-339-6480 Leave a voice message with your computer microphone Or e-mail us And check out the News for more news, reviews, and other content. Music by Kevin McLeod

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Dale and Teresa are back without pumpkins. Toy News Little Mommy Real Loving Baby Cuddle and Coo Doll: Subversive? Tech News: MyKey helps parents control teen drivers Apple's New MacBooks (Note: No FireWire!) Reviews Feedback Call our feedback line: 206-339-6480 Leave a voice message with your computer microphone Or e-mail us Digg Us! And check out the Extras for more news, reviews, and other content. Music by Kevin McLeod

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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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Dale and Teresa are back with an award-winning podcast. Video Game News A Madden site for girls, but we're not sure which girls Tech News: Amazon takes on Netflix, but check Hulu first Apple updates the iPod and iTunes Reviews Feedback Call our feedback line: 206-339-6480 Leave a voice message with your computer microphone Or e-mail us Digg Us! And check out the Extras for more news, reviews, and other content. Music by Kevin McLeod

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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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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. Games discussed: Guitar Hero III: Legends of Rock Guitar Hero: Aerosmith Guitar Hero On Tour Rock Band and Track Packs Imagine: Rock Star Podcast guests: Redboy from the Redboy Podcast (Rated PG-13) Cindy from 101 Uses for Baby Wipes makes her podcasting debut Tonya from Dancing with Elephants And Kevin from Short Cummings Audio was absent but gets a quote in Feedback Call our feedback line: 206-339-6480 Leave a voice message with your computer microphone Or e-mail us Digg Us! And check out the Extras for more news, reviews, and other content. Music by Kevin McLeod

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Dale and Teresa want to figure out how to get rid of a stray cat. Tech News: LG's Netflix-playing Blu-ray Player Social Network Worm Video Game News G-Board: 3rd Party Balance Board Reviews Feedback Matt passes a comment to us about streaming football. Vote for us at the Podcast Peer Awards Call our feedback line: 206-339-6480 Leave a voice message with your computer microphone Or e-mail us Digg Us! And check out the Extras for more news, reviews, and other content. Music by Kevin McLeod

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Dale and Teresa brave the heat to bring you the latest tech news for your family. Tech News: Elvis Impersonators swarm MySpace Watch NFL games online Video Game News Get a free Wii from Comcast Reviews Feedback Heather suggests a use for the rear view eBook reader. Vote for us at the Podcast Peer Awards Call our feedback line: 206-339-6480 Leave a voice message with your computer microphone Or e-mail us Digg Us! And check out the Extras for more news, reviews, and other content. Music by Kevin McLeod

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Dale and Teresa bring you some great new gadgets and toy news after taking the kids to camp. Tech News: SmartMirror: GPS in your rear view Toy News: R/C Star Trek Flying Toys Video Game News Create merchandise for your Rock Band 2 band Reviews Feedback Kevin wrote in with a note about DNS Flaws and how to see whether you're safe Vote for us at the Podcast Peer Awards Call our feedback line: 206-339-6480 Leave a voice message with your computer microphone Or e-mail us Digg Us! And check out the Extras for more news, reviews, and other content. Music by Kevin McLeod

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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 Video Game News and Reviews: Netflix 360: Stream movies on your Xbox 360 Nintendo Announces New Games And New Peripherals Reviews Feedback Vote for us at the Podcast Peer Awards Call our feedback line: 206-339-6480 Leave a voice message with your computer microphone Or e-mail us Digg Us! And check out the Extras for more news, reviews, and other content. Music by Kevin McLeod

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Dale and Teresa bring you a thanks and a request. Tech News: Are you still on Dial-Up? Self-Filling Water Cooler Video Game News New RPG for iPod Reviews We discuss our latest reviews and play a little Rock Band. Feedback Call our feedback line: 206-339-6480 Leave a voice message with your computer microphone Or e-mail us Digg Us! And check out the Extras for more news, reviews, and other content. Other Podcasts Mentioned: Dancing with Elephants Music by Kevin McLeod

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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 Myst Cyan Cyan Worlds And watch for a full review soon.

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Dale and Teresa take a break from jamming on Rock Band for Wii to bring you a news update. Toy News: Woolworth's predicts the hot Christmas toys Tech News: Get a 3G iPhone without a contract USB Animal Massager Reviews Feedback Call our feedback line: 206-339-6480 Leave a voice message with your computer microphone Or e-mail us Digg Us! And check out the Extras for more news, reviews, and other content. Music by Kevin McLeod

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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? Feedback Call our feedback line: 206-339-6480 Leave a voice message with your computer microphone Or e-mail us Digg Us! And check out the Extras for more news, reviews, and other content. Music by Kevin McLeod

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After a week of no news, we went to hang out with the Dancing with Elephants crew and had a blast. Tech News: Web Browser Speed Tests YouTube to add full-length movies Reviews Feedback Papa Bear called in. And yes, the basement is dry! Call our feedback line: 206-339-6480 Leave a voice message with your computer microphone Or e-mail us Digg Us! And check out the Extras for more news, reviews, and other content. Music by Kevin McLeod

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Dale and Teresa wash up on shore and bring you some interesting news from the world of animation. Toy News: Cartoon Characters Redesigned: Strawberry Shortcake, Mickey Mouse, Angelina Ballerina, Care Bears, and more get a makeover Tech News: Disney streams movies free Before you reserve your 3G iPhone: It's more expensive than the previous version TomTom is making a GPS app for it...or not But you might get a rebate if you still want it Feedback Matt sends his best wishes. Call our feedback line: 206-339-6480 Leave a voice message with your computer microphone Or e-mail us Digg Us! And check out the Extras for more news, reviews, and other content. Music by Kevin McLeod

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Dale answers a weather question and a poses one for our Korean listeners. Don't forget our contest! Tech News: iPhone 3G: Is it for you? MobileMe: Me.com replaces .Mac And Apple previews the new Mac OS X, so Dale makes a cautious prediction New reviews at our website Feedback Call our feedback line: 206-339-6480 Leave a voice message with your computer microphone Or e-mail us Digg Us! And check out the Extras for more news, reviews, and other content. Music by Kevin McLeod

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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. Tech News: Recycle your gadgets at Best Buy Pet Plant, the digital flower pot Jump a car without lifting the hood Feedback John sent us a voicemail about old toy safety. Check out the Consumer Product Safety Commission's notification page and toy recall page. Call our feedback line: 206-339-6480 Leave a voice message with your computer microphone Or e-mail us Digg Us! And check out the Extras for more news, reviews, and other content. Music by Kevin McLeod

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Just Dale is back again with a consumer action question. Safety Information: Lead Still Found in Toys Tech News: Disney Coming to TiVo Are you allergic to Wi-Fi? Video Game News Quit Smoking with your Nintendo DS Feedback Don't forget our contest Call our feedback line: 206-339-6480 Leave a voice message with your computer microphone Or e-mail us Digg Us! And check out the Extras for more news, reviews, and other content. Music by Kevin McLeod

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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. Tech News: Phishing for iTunes Users and how to avoid the scam Get a break on your cell phone contract, plus a tip to save some money in the long run Watch a movie with a long distance friend Return a lost camera and a tip how to get your lost camera back Video Game News: Guitar Hero World Tour price and details Reviews: Speed Racer for the Nintendo Wii and DS by Ringmaster Greg Webkinz.com Lego Technic Dune Buggy & Tractor Summer Sports Paradise Island for Wii Feedback Call our feedback line: 206-339-6480 Leave a voice message with your computer microphone Or e-mail us Digg Us! And check out the Extras for more news, reviews, and other content. Music by Kevin McLeod

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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! Feedback Call our feedback line: 206-339-6480 Leave a voice message with your computer microphone Or e-mail us Digg Us! And check out the Extras for more news, reviews, and other content. Music by Kevin McLeod

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Dale's back solo again with a quick update. Tech News: How does the Internet affect your tech purchases? Video Game News and Reviews: Guitar Hero IV Details Feedback Call our feedback line: 206-339-6480 Leave a voice message with your computer microphone Or e-mail us Digg Us! And check out the Extras for more news, reviews, and other content. Music by Kevin McLeod

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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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News Facebook Safeguards How easily can kids buy M-Rated games? WiiWare Launched! Plus, check out our latest reviews, and we have, as promised, a new contest! Feedback Matt calls in with his thoughts on the new format. Call our feedback line: 206-339-6480 Leave a voice message with your computer microphone Or e-mail us Digg Us! And check out the Extras for more news, reviews, and other content. Music by Kevin McLeod

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Dale's back with the first of our new format. Tech News: New Wi-Fi options for old Macs Video Game News WiiWare is coming May 12 Reviews Listen for our new review format Feedback Heather called in with more info on Phthalates Call our feedback line: 206-339-6480 Leave a voice message with your computer microphone Or e-mail us Digg Us! And check out the Extras for more news, reviews, and other content. Other Podcasts Mentioned: Short Cummings Audio Music by Kevin McLeod

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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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After recovering from April Fools' Day, Dale and Teresa get serious (mostly) to bring you a handful of stories for your family. Toy News: Robosapien: Rebooted, The Movie New Toy Safety Bills and the Future of Toys Tech News: Adobe Photoshop Express: Photoshop for Free (Sort of) Video Game News and Reviews: Free Guitar Hero III Faceplates ESRB Rating Widget for every platform known to man Review Kim 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. New reviews at our website: Feedback We got an email from Matt at the Redboy Podcast (Rated PG-13) Call our feedback line: 206-339-6480 Leave a voice message with your computer microphone Or e-mail us Digg Us! And check out the Extras for more news, reviews, and other content. Music by Kevin McLeod

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Happy Easter, everyone! We have a short-but-informative episode this week with lots to celebrate, including a contest winner! Tech News: Happy Birthday, MP3 player! You're 10! Get your TV online at Hulu.com Interview This 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: How to do voice chat on your Wii (sort of) Too many video games! Teach them to hunt. Review VTech Nitro Vision Hannah got the Nitro Vision for Christmas and is ready to review this TV plug-and-play edutainment computer. Feedback Call our feedback line: 206-339-6480 Leave a voice message with your computer microphone Or e-mail us Digg Us! And check out the Extras for more news, reviews, and other content. Music by Kevin McLeod

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Time to wrap up Toy Fair, and remember that our contest ends on March 12. Toy News: Nickelodeon rolls out new toys A detailed look at VTech's new line-up Sit-to-Stand Alphabet Train Paint & Learn Art Easel A-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 Name...and threatens your life! Tech News: Americans get their news from the Web HD-DVD is Dead Video Game News and Reviews: Sims Online is now EA-Land and Free Review Cosmic 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! New reviews at our website: Spy Gear Ultimate Spy Watch Pinnacle Video Capture for Mac Spy Gear Dart Blaster Little Mommy Real Loving Baby Cuddle & Coo Doll Spy Gear Agent Tool Kit (6-in-1 Spy Pen) Spy Gear Satellite Listener HEXBUG Micro Robotic Creatures (As seen on Knight Rider!) Feedback Call our feedback line: 206-339-6480 Leave a voice message with your computer microphone Or e-mail us Digg Us! And check out the Extras for more news, reviews, and other content. Other Podcasts Mentioned: Dancing with Elephants Next time: An interview helping you protect your kids on their cell phones. The latest tech, toy, and video game news, as always Music by Kevin McLeod

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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 Kid-Tough® Portable DVD Player Dora Prance & Fly Pegasus™ Handy Manny™ 2-in-1 Transforming Tool Truck Laugh & 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 Power 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 Power Rangers Mega Mission Helmet Ben10: Alien Force Omnitrix Tamagotchi Connection V5 “Familitchi” Dragon Ball Z and Digimon toys Blue Dragon toys 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 Remote 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 Innovation First and Vex Robotics Jakks Pacific EyeClops™ Night Vision and Bionic Cam™ Ulti-Motion™ Disney and Swing Zone G2: Game Girl™ TV Games Neopets Discovery Kids Smart Animals™ and Discovery Kids Smart Animal Scanopedia Interview This 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 The 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 Call our feedback line: 206-339-6480 Leave a voice message with your computer microphone Or e-mail us Digg Us! And check out the Extras for more news, reviews, and other content. Next time: More news from Toy Fair 2008! The latest tech, toy, and video game news, as always Music by Kevin McLeod

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Dale and Teresa crawl out of the snow to bring you the results of the Treasure Hunt Contest! Toy News: LeapFrog Plays Tag, including exclusive insights as to LeapFrog's direction. You heard it here first! Tech News: Inflatable Mouse TiVo vs. Dish: What does it mean? Interview This 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: LeapFrog announces Leapster2 and takes on the DS with the Didj: We have more than just the press release (More exclusive information!) Guitar Hero Pedal for PS2 Rock Band for Wii official, but don't buy the Mic Review Piano Wizard for Mac and PC A cross between Guitar Hero and piano lessons, is Piano Wizard as great as it sounds? New reviews at our website: Super Mario Galaxy for Wii The Bigs for Wii & PS2 Hannah Montana Best of Both Worlds Deluxe Lifestyle Video Game EyeClops Feedback John calls in with a question about downloadable software and the MacBook Air Join our Discussion List Call our feedback line: 206-339-6480 Leave a voice message with your computer microphone Or e-mail us Digg Us! And check out the Extras for more news, reviews, and other content. Music by Kevin McLeod

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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: Apple introduces MacBook Air?the world?s thinnest notebook Time Capsule?wireless backup for all your Leopard Macs New software update for iPhone $20 software upgrade for iPod touch iTunes Movie Rentals Apple announces new software for Apple TV: No computer required iTunes Digital Copy: None of that PlaysForSure Running Vista on a Mac just got cheaper Interview John 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 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. New reviews at our website: Cooking Mama 2 for DS Hewlett-Packard Photosmart D7260 Printer Link's Crossbow Training and Wii Zapper MX vs. ATV Untamed for DS and PS2 Feedback Contest entries are rolling in, and the clock is ticking on our contest! Call our feedback line: 206-339-6480 Leave a voice message with your computer microphone Or e-mail us Digg Us! And check out the Extras for more news, reviews, and other content. Other Podcasts Mentioned: This Week in Tech Cranky Geeks Tech5 Music by Kevin McLeod

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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: Barbie iDesign (Because if it's iSomething, it must be good!) Tech News: iRiver Spinn: back to analog Green Plug: By your chargers combined, I am Captain Planet! (or something like that.) Blu-Ray discs with PSP version of movie Texas Instruments DLP DualView: Play 2-player without splitting the screen Alienware curved display Video Game News and Reviews: PSP adds Skype Nokia Reincarnates the N-Gage Re-Mission helps kids fight cancer Review Pet 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: John Deere: Harvest in the Heartland for DS Magellan Maestro 3210 GPS Feedback Call our feedback line: 206-339-6480 Leave a voice message with your computer microphone Or e-mail us Digg Us! And check out the Extras for more news, reviews, and other content. Next time: MacWorld Recap The latest tech, toy, and video game news, as always Music by Kevin McLeod

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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: Facebook advertising with your face WiFi Viruses and how to protect against them Tech News: Laptop batteries...on a plane! Amazon adds Warner and iTunes to add Fox and Disney Rentals Netflix and LG to offer set-top video downloads Everything I need to know I learned online Video Game News and Reviews: Complete DS games to be available via Wii Virtual Console X-Box Live Woes = Free games Review The 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: Merkury Portable Alarm Clock for iPod Feedback What does Microsoft have in store? Matt calls in with his thoughts on Microsoft Surface Join our Discussion List Call our feedback line: 206-339-6480 Leave a voice message with your computer microphone Or e-mail us Digg Us! And check out the Extras for more news, reviews, and other content. Other Podcasts Mentioned: Dancing with Elephants Short Cummings Audio Technorama Pizza Go Here Next time: CES Coverage The latest tech, toy, and video game news, as always Music by Kevin McLeod

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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.

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Dale and Teresa bring you the pre-Christmas episode that ended up being much about mobile phones--we're not sure why. We also have an interview again! And for the first time in months, no lead paint stories! Toy News: MoPods: Monsters and fireworks and cellphones, oh my! Tech News: Helio Ocean Phone gives full YouTube access Windows Vista Successor: the iPhone killer?! Sleep.fm, the social network-powered alarm clock Google Knowl challenges About.com and Wikipedia Interview This week, we talk to Stacy DeBroff, parenting expert, bestselling author, and founder of MomCentral.com. She talks about keeping up with your kids' technology and the amazing world they're growing up in.The phone line had some static, and we filtered most of it, but parts of it suffered lower audio quality. We apologize. Video Game News and Reviews: Rock Band vs. Guitar Hero: Peripherals passing in the night Voice Chat coming for Wii? Wii Chess Reviews No big review this week, just a bunch of little ones. New reviews at our website: VTech Double Vision Notebook Nintendogs for Nintendo DS Leapfrog WordLaunch Polaroid Pixie Digital Video Camera kajeet mobile phone service for kids Feedback Join our Discussion List Call our feedback line: 206-339-6480 Leave a voice message with your computer microphone Or e-mail us Digg Us! And check out the Extras for more news, reviews, and other content. Next time: A Special Christmas Treat Christmas music by Nu Beat Music by Kevin McLeod

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Got all your Christmas shopping done? Dale will soon. Really. Recalls and Safety Information: Are your kids' toys dangerously noisy? Don't flirt with robots Apple attracts Malware...finally! 1200 Toys Tested: What you need to know Toy News: Toy movies coming from Hasbro What brands would you like to see turned into movies? Ty Girlz not so Bratzy Online games for kids can attack your wallet, so watch what gifts you give Tech News: CompUSA closing: don't buy the extended warranty! Toyotabot: The Humanoid iPod TomTom GPS devices link to Google Maps 3D Processors to speed up computeers by 10x in next 2 years Blu-ray with Picture-in-Picture Keep your shoes on at the airport Video Game News and Reviews: Nyko's Wireless Nunchuck for Wii Guitar Hero III for Wii: Replacement discs and downloadable content Sony direct-to-PSP Store? Review Save the Dinos for PC This week, we take a look at Save the Dinos, a shooting gallery game for Windows. (Demo Available) New reviews at our website: Smarty Pants for Wii WordJong for the Nintendo DS Polaroid Pixie Digital Camera Feedback Join our Discussion List Call our feedback line: 206-339-6480 Leave a voice message with your computer microphone Or e-mail us Digg Us! And check out the Extras for more news, reviews, and other content. Other Podcasts Mentioned: 101 Uses for Baby Wipes Music by Kevin McLeod Closing Christmas carol by The Alice Project

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We hope you all had a happy Thanksgiving. We did, and a fun Black Friday. Stay until the end for some festive music! Recalls and Safety Information: China Axes Manufacturers Out with the Lead, In with the Asbestos Toy News: Girls want Boys' Toys Tech News: Your MacBook Drive may have a fatal flaw Verizon to open its network to any phone in 2008 Google to offer iDisk Equivalent? Qingbar GP300 Wireless Video Glasses Zoho Writer available offline using Google Gears Audio Input with iPod Touch Hello Kitty electronic toilet paper dispenser and Bluetooth Headsets Video Game News and Reviews: Xbox Live Social Networking New Guitar Hero III Controllers Coming in Early 2008 Get Ready for Wii Lightsaber action with the Wii Light Sword or the Wii Light Saber Reviews No big review this week, but a few recaps of the full reviews on our website: Sims 2 Pets for Wii Electronic CatchPhrase: Music EditionLeapfrog's Brightlings Exploration Station VTech Kidizoom Camera Feedback Join our Discussion List Call our feedback line: 206-339-6480 Leave a voice message with your computer microphone Or e-mail us Digg Us! And check out the Extras for more news, reviews, and other content. Music by Kevin McLeodClosing music by Podsafe for Peace.

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This week, Dale and Teresa prepare for Black Friday with a bunch of toy ideas and a bunch of extras at our website. Toy News: Top Ten Christmas Wishlists Magnetix iCoaster Fuzz Luvs Tekno Best Friend Robot - Sakura Tekno the Robotic Pony, Dog, or Cat Tech News: New Zune Shortage Cooper Cooler Rapid Beverage Chiller MPEG-4 movies on Upcoming DVD's Save $20 on your iPhone Plan Video Game News and Reviews: Wii-Shaft, an arcade stick for Virtual Console games Xbox Originals: Microsoft's Virtual Console Ghostbusters 3: The Video Game Review Creature Create for Leapster Hannah's back with a review of one of her favorite Leapster titles, Creature Create. Also check out our reviews of: Fishing Master for the Wii Looney Tunes: Acme Arsenal for Wii and PS2 Hasbro's i-List Music Party Game Hasbro's Hyper Slide Feedback Wendy wrote in to ask about cameras. Check back for more info, or get the Dashboard Widget to find out as soon as it's posted! Join our Discussion List Call our feedback line: 206-339-6480 Leave a voice message with your computer microphone Or e-mail us Digg Us! And check out the Extras for more news, reviews, and other content. Music by Kevin McLeod

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We're back with improved audio and more news than you can shake a Wii-mote at, and thanks to some user feedback, we got the audio fixed, finally! Recalls and Safety Information: Aqua Dots Recall Toy News: T.M.X. Elmo Extra Special Edition: Because there wasn't enough demand already Tech News: Google and the Android Phones Google Maps at the Gas Pump USB Vacuum Sub-$100 HD-DVD Players TiVo to sell your personal data Video Game News and Reviews: Broadcast your Mii with a new Wii game: Check Mii Out Reviews Batman: Strength in Numbers for Leapster Hannah returns with a review of Batman: Strength in Numbers for Leapster. This one focuses more on the arcade elements than most other Leapster games.Also, find reviews of more products at our website: Dora the Explorer: Friends! Amigos! for ClickStart Looney Tunes: Duck Amuck for DS Feedback Wendy wants to know about the Slingbox John from the Jesus Geek Podcast called in to help us with our audio Join our Discussion List Call our feedback line: 206-339-6480 Leave a voice message with your computer microphone Or e-mail us Digg Us! And check out the Extras for more news, reviews, and other content. Other Podcasts Mentioned: The guys at Dancing with Elephants share their Christmas wish. What's yours? Next time: The latest tech, toy, and video game news, as always Music by Kevin McLeod

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LeapFrog flew us out to San Francisco last week to show us around. While much of what we learned will have to wait, you can watch our website for more information, articles, reviews, and blogs. Toy News: Ugobe's Pleo: your own pet robot dinosaur Spy Video Car Tech News: Sandisk Fanfair and TakeTV: think iTunes store and AppleTV Comcast and Verizon caught cheating consumer internet Black Friday Beginning on Thanksgiving, but Wal-mart sues! Someone tell us why! TiVo Series 3 and HD gets a big upgrade Pink Barbie iPod Dock Interview This week, Dale Cripps from HDTV Magazine joins us to tell us all about HDTV. If you're looking to buy an HDTV this year--or ever, you should listen to this comprehensive buying guide. Know what to look for and how to find what's right for you. Video Game News and Reviews: PlayHut opens another virtual world, GoLive2.com Kraze Samba de Amigo for Wii will lack Maracas peripherals Microsoft releases XBox 360 Arcade to compete with the Wii, but don't buy it Review Super Paper Mario The spiritual Wii successor to Super Mario Bros. 3 will not leave you flat. Dale and Teresa give you the skinny on this mostly 2-D platformer. Feedback Charles from Mostly News called in to disagree with Matt from PVRBlog Redboy called in to say he wouldn't buy an iPod based on color...but he did Patrick in New Hampshire calls in with a request...how do you like it now? Join our Discussion List Call our feedback line: 206-339-6480 Leave a voice message with your computer microphone Or e-mail us Digg Us! And check out the Extras for stories that didn't make the cut.

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This week, Teresa contemplates her new power cord. Maybe she should've waited. Also, we're updating our website. Check out the new look, and keep checking back to watch it evolve! Toy News: Toys 'R' Us lists five toy buying trends this year Tech News: Windows Update Hijacks Computers Mobile Phones Help Quit Smoking DRM-Free Music Price Drop at iTunes Music Store Sprint's Answer to the iPhone (Dale wants one!) Third-Party Applications officially coming to iPhone Outlets to Go Zipit Wireless Messenger 2 Interview This week, we talk to Matthew Haughey from PVRBlog. Matt talks about how a PVR/DVR/Tivo can benefit your family. Video Game News and Reviews: Review Cars Supercharged for Leapster This week, Hannah takes Cars Supercharged for a spin. She likes the tractor tipping. Feedback Join our Discussion List Call our feedback line: 206-339-6480 Leave a voice message with your computer microphone Or e-mail us Digg Us! And check out the Extras for stories that didn't make the cut. Next week: An interview with Dale Cripps from HDTV Magazine The latest tech, toy, and video game news, as always

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This week, Teresa enjoys an end to a laptop fire hazard...and fast! And no, we're not going in-depth on the iBrick. Recalls and Safety Information: Don't try selling recalled items on Ebay Wal-mart tests for lead, too Recalled lead-tainted toys replaced by lead-tainted toys Toy News: Holiday Toy Shortages Expected, but Toy Sales Begin Early, so shop early FAO Schwartz Top Dozen Toys: These will probably disappear from the shelves first New Dr. Seuss Games from I Can Do That Games Tech News: Burn movie downloads to DVD New Zunes, now with Squircles! Check out iLike for an iTunes version of the Zune Social. Firefly Mobile and Gameloft to release games for flyphone Interview This week, we welcome Shauna Maggs from Groundspeak in the long-awaited discussion on geocaching. It's a gadget-related activity that involves the whole family, fresh air, and exercise! Video Game News and Reviews: Free Nintendo Wii 'Jackets' to protect your Wiimotes Review Ratatouille for Wii This week, we take a look at another Ratatouille game, this time for the Wii. Anyone can cook, but can anyone play this game? Feedback Redboy at The Redboy Podcast left a voicemail Charles from Desperate Husbands and Mostly News left a voicemail Join our Discussion List Call our feedback line: 206-339-6480 Leave a voice message with your computer microphone Or e-mail us Digg Us! And check out the Extras for stories that didn't make the cut. Other Podcasts Mentioned: Thanks to Game Addict Hotline for playing our promo. Next week: Hannah returns with a review of Cars: Supercharged for the Leapster The latest tech, toy, and video game news, as always

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Dale and Teresa have a fixed dishwasher, so that's one less recalled item in the house. Recalls and Safety Information: Sesame Workshop takes a closer look at their toys Security Hole Adobe Reader Toy News: Littlest Pet Shop takes on Webkinz Nickelodeon introduces Npower Tech News: AT&T Parental Control Suspended The "Hundred-Dollar Laptop" for $400, but help a poor child USB 3.0: 10x as fast as USB 2.0 The latest on iTunes TV Shows iPod Touch Screens gone bad Lego iPod Dock Interview This week, we welcome Mark Frauenfelder from Make Magazine, a totally different DIY magazine. It's all about making fun things! Also, check out Craft Magazine, their sister publication where Mark's wife works! Video Game News and Reviews: Sony PS3's Home delayed Review Ratatouille for Leapster Hannah joins us for a look at Remy, Linguini, and Chef Gusteau in an educational game based on the Disney/Pixar movie. Feedback We got a voicemail from Matt of the Pizza Go Here podcast. Join our Discussion List Call our feedback line: 206-339-6480 Leave a voice message with your computer microphone Or e-mail us Digg Us! And check out the Extras for stories that didn't make the cut. Other Podcasts Mentioned: Dancing with Elephants Wicked Good Podcast (Rated PG) The Redboy Podcast (Rated PG-13)

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Recovering from a weekend of birthday parties, Dale and Teresa bring a bunch of iTunes-related stories, some gift ideas, and a great interview. Recalls and Safety Information: China Ending Lead Paint on Toys Disney and Toys 'R' Us run extra toy testing Toy News: Watch for Skee-Ball from Hasbro Study: The Importance of Play Creation Station toy camcorder and green screen Tech News: iTunes Music Store to offer Video Rentals? Apple to offer 99 cent TV Shows? Apple responds to iPhone Unlock SanDisk Sansa View announced Music Industry offers 'Ringles' Stupid Female Syndrome strikes again! How do you ladies feel about pink gadgets? Sony Rolly MP3 Player Amazon 'Kindle' eBook Reader Polk Audio Introduces I-Sonic Entertainment System 2 Interview This week, we have the Brit TWiT, Wil Harris. As founder of Channel Flip, Wil has some insight into IPTV (Internet Television), its present and its future. Video Game News and Reviews: Wii Zapper concrete details Jakks Pacific announces game based on 'Are You Smarter than a Fifth Grader?' Take Two Interactive Announces 2K Play for Dora and Diego Games Review Toon-Doku for Nintendo DS Teresa schools Dale at yet another Sudoku game. How does this one add up against the others? Feedback Join our Discussion List Call our feedback line: 206-339-6480 Leave a voice message with your computer microphone Or e-mail us Digg Us!

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September will bring an odd schedule, but we should still get at least three episodes out this month with some great guests! And for some reason, most of the tech news is about portable media this week. Welcome to the digital. Recalls and Safety Information: Thanks to more internal quality control testing, Mattel announces more recalls. Do your kids have any toys left? More Barbie Accessories Geo Trax Bongo Band Tech News: Apple's big iPod news Archos 605 with Wi-Fi Sony introduces new Walkman digital video players (the NWZ-A810 and NWZ-S610/S510) Sony shuts down Connect Music Store NBC dumps iTunes for Amazon Unbox Nokia announces Ovi Music Store Smart Limits: AT&T adds parental control options to mobile phones Would you like some spam with your Quechup? Interview This week, we're thrilled to have a fellow tech podcasting parent, TechTV veteran Megan Morrone from the Jumping Monkeys blog and podcast. And Megan, I found your old blog. Note: This interview was recorded August 28, 2007, so some of the comments need to be heard with that in mind (especially the iPod discussion). You can also hear the full uncut interview in the extras section of our site. Video Game News and Reviews: Worms: Open Warfare 2 for DS Released White SingStar Playstation2 with Mics Review Meteos: Disney Magic for DS Teresa the Puzzle Gamer challenges Dale to some DS fun. Feedback Join our Discussion List Call our feedback line: 206-339-6480 Leave a voice message with your computer microphone Or e-mail us Digg Us! And check out the Extras for stories that didn't make the cut as well as the full uncut interview with Megan. Next week: An interview with the British TWiT, Wil Harris, about IPTV (Internet Television)! The latest tech, toy, and video game news, as always

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We're a bit late this week, but likely better late than never. We had cavy problems. Tech News: iPhone unlocked to work with T-Mobile SanDisk Sansa Clip takes on the iPod Shuffle Guardian Headphones tell you when the music is too loud Fingerprint Recognition for your car eBooks with that great musty smell you love so much! Web Radio compromises SportsCast Wireless Football Scoreboard on your desk Toy News: Crayola goes Electronic Digital Pens are super Fly! Video Game News and Reviews: Cranium Game coming to the Wii Review Pinball Hall of Fame: The Gottlieb Collection We didn't get a chance to play Mario Party as we'd hoped, so Dale has a review of a collection of arcade games dating as far back as 1957: Pinball Hall of Fame: The Gottlieb Collection for the PS2. Get your retro on! Feedback We got feedback from Redboy at the Redboy Podcast Join our Discussion List Call our feedback line: 206-339-6480 Leave a voice message with your computer microphone Or e-mail us Digg Us! Next week: An interview with Megan Morrone from Jumping Monkeys. The latest tech, toy, and video game news, as always

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This week, Dale and Teresa celebrate the birthday of the CD, lament living in the stone age, and enjoy High School Musical 2 (DS and PS2 games out now, Wii game not until November). Interviews will henceforth not be guaranteed. Recalls and Safety Information: Mattel recalls millions of toys Batman and One Piece Sarge from Cars movie Barbie and Tanner Doggie Day Care Polly Pocket Mobile Phones and Driving compared to drunk driving Toy News: Hannah Montana and Cheetah Girls toys SEE Toys: Electronic toys, no batteries required Tech News: DirecTV to offer internet over power lines Sirius SCV1 backseat TV tuner: how could this be expanded? Logitech Dream: Motion and light-detecting iPod clock radio Haier WasH2O: A washing machine that doesn't need detergent to wash your clothes Video Game News and Reviews: In2Games offers motion detection for PS2 A New Crimson and Black DS Lite (Or "DS Dark", as the case may be) Portable Screen for PS3 Review Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix for Nintendo DS Dale and Kimberly throw around some gobstones, mix some potions, and review the most faithful game adaptation of a Harry Potter movie to date. Feedback Join our Discussion List Call our feedback line: 206-339-6480 Leave a voice message with your computer microphone Or e-mail us Digg Us! Next week: A Review of Mario Party 8 for Wii The latest tech, toy, and video game news, as always

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Teresa is finally back and joins Dale after getting back into the house. Recalls and Safety Information: Fisher-Price Announces the largest toy recall ever U.S. Works with China to prevent this from happening again Have your kids tested for lead Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T5 Camera Is your printer producing second-hand smoke? Toy News: Bright Starts Baby's PlayPlace Tech News: MySpace: How private is your private information? Amazon takes on Paypal and Google payment services Google hopes to offer free wireless service and the Google Phone Windows Vista Service Pack 1 Leaked Free Anti-Malware from Robot Genius MS Works now free Hot and Cold Electric Blanket Timex Ironman iControl: Control your iPod with your watch Interview No interview this week due to schedule conflicts. Video Game News and Reviews: New Wrist Straps for the Wiimote New 80GB Sony PS3 Ships PS3 to take on DVR functions? MLB Power Pros announced for American Release Review ClickStart My First Computer After Dale's ambivalent announcement about this new device from LeapFrog, they sent us one to try out. Hannah put it through its paces and offers her take on the device.We will also have reviews of cartridges in our Extras section in the coming weeks. Feedback Join our Discussion List Call our feedback line: 206-339-6480 Leave a voice message with your computer microphone Or e-mail us Digg Us! Next week: A Review of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix for the DS The latest tech, toy, and video game news, as always

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As the Drum Corps season comes to an end, Hannah joins Dale for one last show. Check out the Extras the full uncut interview.There's a bit of a hum in the audio for much of the episode. We apologize for that. Recalls and Safety Information: Bling Pacifiers Sky Rangers Park Flyer Radio Control Airplanes Easy-Bake Oven Recalled baby items on store shelves iPhone Security Vulnerability How well can you spot a web scam? (Dale got a 9 out of 10) Post your score by clicking "Add a Comment"! Toy News: Mattel I Can Play Guitar Barbie vs. Bratz on the Web: The New Be Bratz site Fisher-Price Easy Link Internet Launch Pad EyeClops: a microscope that plugs into your TV Tech News: Singer Futura: The USB Sewing Machine Zune 2.0 Announced Interview This week, Jason Snell, Editorial Director of MacWorld Magazine joins us to discuss the iPhone, iPod, and Macintosh. Jason shares his insights on the iPhone and iPod, discusses his favorite Leopard features, and his predictions Apple's future products. Get the expanded interview with additional insights and over 10 minutes of additional interview. Video Game News and Reviews: Lego Indiana Jones Review Sonic And The Secret Rings for Wii Dale tries out a the new Wii approach to Sonic the Hedgehog. Feedback Join our Discussion List Call our feedback line: 206-339-6480 Leave a voice message with your computer microphone Or e-mail us Digg Us! And check out the Extras for stories that didn't make the cut, including the full uncut interview. Next week: An interview with Shauna Maggs from Groundspeak to discuss Geocaching. (Yeah, Greg, we got your challenge!) A Review of Leapfrog's ClickStart My First Computer The latest tech, toy, and video game news, as always

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Teresa's back from the East Coast but suffering from what we can only call "bus lag." Also, a bunch of stories just didn't make it for lack of time. Find the "deleted scenes" in our Extras section at techtalkforfamilies.com/extras.Other announcements: Full Disclosure Win a Free iPod (Complete Rules) Recalls and Safety Information: Do your children's toys contain phthalates? Tech News: Google Maps: My Maps allows for customization Congress wants iPhones for all! Amazon Unbox movies and shows for TiVo users Toy News: Leapfrog Clickstart My First Computer Plenty of Harry Potter Toys to go around Interview This week, we have an informative and funny interview with Drew Janssen, President and CEO of Perhejanssen, Inc. Drew is one of only a handful of drive recovery experts in the country and gives us lots of insight into how to avoid having to call him! Drew has a great sense of humor, so while most discussions about hard drive backup and recover would seem dry, Drew will keep you smiling and learning at the same time. Video Game News and Reviews: With E3 last week, we have a ton of news, so we'll be running through it pretty quickly. We sort through it to give you the family-friendly gems. XBox 360 Backward Compatibility List Updated Microsoft has Viva Pinata announcements and movies from Disney Midway announces Game Party and Cruis'n for Wii and a (not the Bee game for the DS) Vivendi announces Crash Bandicoot: Crash of the Titans for most systems Ubisoft offers more Petz, targets preteen girls, and offers self-help with the MyCoach series, plus Jam Sessions and Nitro Bikes Activision announces a bee game that is based on the Bee Movie and Spider-man: Friend or Foe, a family-friendly, multiplayer Spidey game EA adds "Family Play" so even adults can learn to play Madden, plus some new music games to help you Boogie Disney discusses D Gamer, Hannah Montana, and more Sony adds some Buzz and announces a new PSP coming in September Nintendo seems to be holding back on Wii systems Nintendo has new peripherals coming: the Zapper, the Wiil for Mario Kart, and a balance mat for Wii Fit, Nintendo's answer to EyeToy Kinetix Review Shrek Smash n' Crash Racing for DS 11-year-old Kimberly takes a break from packing to review Shrek's Kart racer for the Nintendo DS. Feedback Feedback from Jack Join our Discussion List Call our feedback line: 206-339-6480 Leave a voice message with your computer microphone Or e-mail us Digg Us! And check out the Extras for stories that didn't make the cut, including the full uncut interview. Next week: An interview with Jason Snell of MacWorld Magazine A Review of Sonic and the Secret Rings for the Wii The latest tech, toy, and video game news, as always

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This week, Hannah sits in for Teresa again. Recalls and Safety Information: Fisher-Price Rainforest Infant Swings Target Toy Barbeque Grills Tech News: Transfer your lifetime TiVo Membership 1.3 Megapixel iSight Camera on your MacBook Pro? New Google Maps: Change directions! Got an HDTV? No? Join the Club! Apple's Steve Jobs and AT&T's Randall Stephenson on the iPhone Toy News: The Latest in Air Guitar Technology Power Tour Guitar from Tiger Electronics: No strings! Takara Tomy Corp's Air Guitar Pro: No Guitar! MP3 Player for Infants R/C Horse Racing Interview This week, Marilyn Wilson from Nurturing Results joined us to talk about what companies do to make their products more family-friendly and kid-friendly. Did you know they hire consultants to make that happen? Marilyn is one of those consultants. Unfortunately, the recording didn't take properly, so I'll have to catch her another time. Sorry, Marilyn! Video Game News and Reviews: WiiWare: Wii Games from independents Dragon's Lair coming to the DS No such thing as video game addiction Review Excite Truck This week, we have a review of Excite Truck for the Wii. Closing information and Feedback No show next week Dale did a presentation at the Tech Podcast Roundtable Feedback Feedback from Bill at the GeeksOn forums Feedback from Redboy Join our Discussion List Call our feedback line: 206-339-6480 Leave a voice message with your computer microphone Or e-mail us Digg Us!

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Teresa is away again, but 5-year-old Hannah fills in for her. Recalls and Safety Information: Necklace Recall Tech News: 100GB HD Camcorder: the Sony SR Series Proposal for Family-Friendly Cable Content High Heels for Drivers Toy News: Indiana Jones toys coming Wonder Pets toys coming Stan Lee: The Action Figure Interview Due to scheduling conflicts, we have no interview this week. Next week for sure. Video Game News and Reviews: LCD Screen to make your Wii Portable PS3 Price Drop? New Sonic RPG coming Real Heroes: Firefighter coming to Wii Review Animal Genius for Leapster While the DS version was just announced, Hannah's an old pro at Animal Genius for the Leapster. Closing information and Feedback Feedback The anonymous feedbacker revealed: Dan from the Love Long and Prosper podcast New feedback from John at the Jesus Geek podcast Join our Discussion List Call our feedback line: 206-339-6480 Leave a voice message with your computer microphone Or e-mail us

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This week, and for much of the summer, Teresa is away, so Dale is "Mr. Mom," but we have an awesome interview and lots of cool announcements with more news to come in the coming weeks! All that, and we improved our sound quality! Recalls and Safety Information: Thomas and Friends Railway toys recalled Toy News: Build-A-Bear Workshop? How about Build-a-car with RideMakerz (Click to see the one Dale built.) What's with all the doll websites (And where are the communities for boys?) BarbieGirls.com Cartoon Doll Emporium Club Penguin Cyworld Habbo Hotel Webkinz WeeWorld Stardoll Trash-talking toys? Tech News: A Visa card that you can swipe remotely: convenient, or pickpocket's dream? Call 911 silently WWDC: Apple releases Safari 3 Beta for Mac & Windows and more Mac OS X Leopard details Interview This week, we have an informative-yet-chaotic interview with the entire cast and crew of The Radio Adventures of Dr. Floyd, including Grant Baciocco & Doug Price, as well as Dr. Grant, Dr. Floyd, Dr. Steve, Fidgert, Tim Porary, and even the Narrator! Find out why the Narrator never comes to the live shows!And, as a special bonus, you can listen to the full unedited 45 minute interview at our website! Video Game News and Reviews: Majesco announces Fish Tycoon for DS Scholastic announces Edutainment titles for DS: "I SPY: Fun House" and "Animal Genius" Review Wii Play Teresa stops in long enough to play a few rounds of Wii Play and discuss the pros and cons. Got feedback? Join our Discussion List Call our feedback line: 206-339-6480 Leave a voice message with your computer microphone Or e-mail us Closing Announcements: We get an anonymous voice message. (Who was that digital man, anyway?) If you're listening to the mp3 feed in iTunes, get the enhanced version! And hello, Afghanistan!

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This week, in addition to an awesome interview, since he's a rock star and all, we've included a couple songs for your listening pleasure. But also check out GottaPlay: cheaper and better than GameFly. Safety Information: (No recalls this week.) Google says Ten Percent of websites have malware Is your laptop bag a giant target for thieves? Toy News: Sorry, no toy news this week. There just wasn't anything worth reporting, and we saw no reason to report on boring stuff. Tech News: Amazon and DRM-Freedom--it's official! TiVo adds web video and improved searching The TI-Navigator calculator tells teachers which students need help Interview This week, we're honored to have Jonathan Coulton, rock star of the Internet, contributing troubadour for Popular Science (PopSci) Magazine, and dad. Jonathan talks about his decision to go from code monkey to musician and how fatherhood and his unique career complement each other and how he juggles the two. We also feature two of his songs, "Stroller Town" and "You Ruined Everything" at the end of the show (Click the link--you have to read the description of "You Ruined Everything" to really appreciate it.) JoCo fans, as you listen to the interview, how many lyrics does he work into the discussion? Speaking of which, we also used clips from "Code Monkey" and "Chiron Beta Prime". Video Game News and Reviews: Play video games instead of watching movie previews The Wii and family games stomp on the XBox 360 and PS3 Namco Museum Remix for the Wii announced: How many places can Pac-Man appear?! Review Wii Sports Yeah, it's included with the Wii, but we give our indepth take on the minigames. Next week, we have a great interview with the creators and the entire cast of the Radio Adventures of Dr. Floyd, as well as a special bonus surprise! Meanwhile, check out the Dr. Floyd Live Show! And send us your feedback by text, voice, or phone (206-339-6480)! We're not too proud to beg.

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Balancing family and podcasting, especially when doing a family-centric podcast, can be difficult. We have a solution. Recalls and Safety Information: Coby Boombox Recall OpenOffice Password Crack: Good or Bad? Yes. Acer joins the Sony battery recall club Evil Twin Wi-Fi Access Points Google Ads with Spyware Dirty USB Thumb Drives with Trojans Toy News: SpiderShootEmUp: It's Duck Hunt Meets Spider-Man! Barbie Girls: It's Barbie meets Second Life. Full review next week. VTech adds Smartville line for age 1-3 Tech News: George Foreman's iGrill: the lean, mean cookout party machine (not the fake version) Amazon vs. iTunes in the race for DRM-free software Mobile Wallet: your cell phone as a credit card Tritton TRI-UA512 AXPC USB headphones: Surround Sound in headphones Michigan couple seeks to adopt through MySpace Teen text messaging: Win $20K, bt lower yr gramA n sp ability Gadgets broken? This website will help fixya Should the presidential debates be posted on YouTube or given a Creative Commons License (CCL)? Interview This week, Dennis Gray from the 101 Uses for Baby Wipes podcast joins Dale to talk about familycasting: podcasting about your family. The original Daddycaster talks about why he's been on hiatus (You know you've been wondering!), protecting family privacy online, and tips for setting up your own familycast. Video Game News and Reviews: Wii supply low, but demand still high (But we got one!) "Playstation Eye" for PS3: The new and improved EyeToy isn't a toy. It's just attached to and used with one. PS3's try to cure uncurable diseases: the Folding@Home project Transformers coming to Nintendo DS with Wi-Fi play Review Sonic X for LeapFrog Leapster 5-year-old Hannah joins us again for another Leapster review. This time, we take a look at Sonic X. Come back next week for an interview with Jonathan Coulton! Send us voice feedback with no phone charges. And win a free iPod by posting a review of our podcast! Oh, and not sure what happened to the audio at the end. Sorry about that.

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We're back after a long medical hiatus. We're all recovered from laryngitis and an appendectomy and ready for a ton of tech and toy news, along with a story about self-sacrifice and cheap video games! Toy News: Pink Power Moms fight breast cancer Visa: It's everywhere, even in the Game of Life Tech News: We have a lot of tech news to discuss this week, so we had to move quickly through them, but these are rather noteworthy. Free Zune with subscription? Sandisk's Sansa Connect: iPod Killer? Apple TV: Hacks & HDTV, and Apple doesn't care Hatchback GD06 GPS with Camera: Know where you were! Kodak's cheap Easyshare 5300 printer: not so much FastMac's Blu-ray Drive for Macintosh Toshiba HD-A20 HD DVD player: only $499: Deal or No Deal? Leopard Delayed: What does this mean for Boot Camp? Upgraded to Windows Vista yet? Most haven't. Are you a wilfer? Termination fees for your broadband? Principal sues over MySpace libel Interview This week, Dale talks to Danielle Yates, Communications Director for GetNetWise.org, from the Internet Education Foundation, a public service to help families with the resources they need to keep kids safe on the Internet. We talk about educating parents, internet safety and child protection initiatives, computer hygiene, and parental control software. The biggest dangers aren't necessarily predators, and the cautions are no longer limited to your home computer. Video Game News and Reviews: Wii Retractable Wii Sports Cuff Wii Internet Channel Finalized Wii Storage solutions coming, but workarounds offered meanwhile Sony PS3 and PSP Sony drops prices of PSP and removes PS3 version XBox 360 XBox 360 QWERTY thumbpad keyboard Review Clifford the Big Red Dog for Leapster 5-year-old Hannah joins Dale for a review of Clifford the Big Red Dog Reading for the LeapFrog Leapster and L-Max.You will not find another podcast reviewing Leapster titles. We checked. Thank-you to our sponsor, PDAPerformance.com, makers of award-winning Palm OS software. Also, You can also look for Dale in a guest appearance on the latest episode of the Daddy Panel. Send us voice feedback with no phone charges. And win a free iPod by posting a review of our podcast!

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Following being distracted with a birthday party with giggly girls, Dale and Teresa decide to make toy news a permanent addition to our lineup. Recalls and Safety Information: Remote Controlled Car Battery Recall: Fly Wheels XPV: Don't get burned! Call (877) 875-2557 between 7:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or email them at battery@jakks.net Toy News: Virtual Distance Football tells how far the football was thrown More about the Polly Wheels: Race Cars for Polly Pockets Toy of the Year Awards Tech News: Citizen VIRT W700 Bluetooth Watch: Your watch and phone complete each others' sentences New digital camcorders from Mustek: DV530TZ and DV700TZ (AKA Cheap and Cheaper) The Sony BDP-S300 Blu-Ray Player: Same price as a PS3, but without the games Norton 360 replaces Norton Internet Security Digital Comic Books GadgetTrak: a free digital beacon for stolen accessories (Note: Windows-only. Mac users need not apply.) BitTorrent Online Store High Tech Hotels add HDTV and iPod Support Interview This week, we talk to Amy Barklow from Atlus Software. She tells us all about their latest game for the Nintendo DS, Izuna: Legend of the Unemployed Ninja. We also ask about innovations in video game design. Visit the Official Izuna site to get a feel for the game before you buy.Note: This interview was recorded a couple weeks ago, so "released this week" is not accurate. Video Game News and Reviews: MySims coming to the Wii and DS PS3 and Europe: Get an American model! (or a Wii) Family Games to be Released This Week: (It's the week of the DS!) NBA Street Homecourt (PS3) (already for 360) College Hoops 2K7 (PS3) (already for PS2, XBox, XBox 360) Burnout Dominator (PS2, PSP) (E10+) Hard Rock Casino (PSP) (Already for PS2, PC, Macintosh) Hot Wheels Ultimate Racing (PSP) Major League Baseball 2K7 (DS) (Already for XBox, XBox 360, PS2, PS3, PSP) Wario: Master of Disguise (DS) (E10+) Risk/Clue/Perfection/Aggravation (DS) Rayman Raving Rabbids (DS, XBox 360) (Already for PC, Wii, PS2, GBA, PSP) Shrek Smash 'N' Crash (DS) (Already for PS2, GCN, PSP) Uno 52 (DS) (Already for GBA) Harlem Globetrotters World Tour (DS) (Already for GBA, PSP) Frisbee/Frisbee Golf (DS) Uno Freefall (GBA) (If you have a DS, get Uno for DS instead) Sonic Mega Collection Plus (PC) (Already for PS2, XBox) Review: Games you might have missed Ribbit King for GameCube (GCN) or PS2 We often like to review slightly older games that are still fun to play and can be found on a family budget. This week, we're playing Frolf (Frog Golf). Give us your feedback (206-339-6480) or post a review at your favorite podcast directory, like iTunes.

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We bring you a special bonus episode featuring the latest toys from the American International Toy Fair. More tech news and a ninja interview in a few days--shouldn't be a week before the next one, and sorry about the delay on this one. Featured Toy Stories Build-A-Bear Workshop is coming to the Nintendo DS Fisher-Price 'Smart Cycle'-ride a bike while playing video games Also from Fisher-Price: A parachute fabric fort, Easy-Link Internet Launchpad (Think 'USB Elmo'), baby monkeys, a growing plush dog, and a Singing Pizza-making Elmo Tech toys for girls...and their dads! Barbie Chat Diva (Barbie with an iPod and mobile phone), Barbie as remote control, Fairyoke Wings: Karaoke Barbie, Pom-Pom Divas Fly Girls (Cheerleader Barbies), and Barbie Girls for Tweens Lots of plug-in USB online games from VTech and Hasbro, but safe to use online like the Whiz Kid Learning System LeapFrog has new Fly Pen: The Fly Fusion Pentop Computer ClickStart My First Computer on the TV from LeapFrog New Leapster titles including Clifford the Big Red Dog, Sonic X, Foster's Home for Imaginary Friends, Go Diego Go!, Ratatouille, and Pixar's Cars Brightlings: Leapfrog for Babies & Toddlers Bandai adds Girlz Connect(TM) Tech Toys: LocketPal and Destiny Bratz Super Heroes Babies and Movie Stars Transformers: The Movie clips shown at fair Hasbro signs 12-brand apparel licensing deal with Steve and Barry's stores And check out Saguaro from PDA Performance, our sponsor!

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This week kicks off the American International Toy Fair in New York City. We give you a preview, along with the usual blend of technology news and video game information. Recalls and Safety Information: Kyocera Camera CCD problems: Faulty Sony gear strikes again? Tech News: Kodak offers an alternative to expensive photo printers The Ultimate Light Bulb Distractions: Sun Visor Theater and iPod Oblivion International Toy Fair Mattel has lots of goodies So does VTech Interview Did you ever wonder who decides what rating a video game gets? This week, Eliot Mizrachi from the Entertainment Software Ratings Board (ESRB) joins us for a discussion on video game ratings, how they are determined, and how they affect your family. Video Game News and Reviews: Virtual Life: Less kid-friendly: Sims Life Stories (Rated T) More kid-friendly: Tamagotchi Connection V4 Nintendogs for Cat Lovers: Purr Pals Action Games help eyesight Dance Dance Revolution for Wii Family Games to be Released This Week: Wii Play with Wii Remote Ratchet & Clank: Size Matters (PSP) (Rated E10+) Gurumin: A Monstrous Adventure (PSP) Disney's Kim Possible: Global Gemini (DS) F24 Stealth Fighter (DS) Monopoly Here & Now (PC) College Hoops 2K7 (PS3) Backyard Basketball 2007 (PS2) Review Uno for Nintendo DS

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Welcome to our opening show. This week has been all about Windows Vista, but more happened than just an OS update. Recalls and Safety Information: TomTom has a VirusVirus Nikon Camera Malfunction Tech News: MySpace protecting kids Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX30 camera: The "world's slimmest digital camera" Vista:Voice vulnerabilitySoftware Compatibility list Web Tagging Midomi can name that tune HP TouchSmart IQ770 PC iPod Shuffle New Colors Norton Identity Client Zink: The New Polaroid Zoho Notebook D.A.V.E.: Wireless Hard Drive for your phone Interview Interview with Donald Marshall from Legacy Interactive & Legacy Games discussing Pet Pals: Animal Doctor and how games get ESRB ratings Video Game News and Reviews: GoPets for DS announced New York Times Crosswords for DS announced Dance Dance Revolution in Schools Family Games to be Released This Week: Diddy Kong Racing (DS) Lunar Knights (DS) Micro Machines V4 (DS) Winning Eleven Pro Evolution Soccer (DS, PS2, 360, PSP) Final Fantasy VI (GBA) (Rated E10+) MVP 2007 NCAA Baseball (PS2) Rapala Tournament Fishing! (360) (Already available for the Wii) Capcom Puzzle World (PSP) Backyard Basketball 2007 (PC) (Already available for GBA, GameCube, PS2) Glyph (PC) PC Luxor: Mahjong (PC) Galactic Civilizations II Gold (PC) Review Mario Superstar Baseball for GameCube Thanks, and send us your feedback!

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