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Aflalo Communications Inc., Marc Aflalo, Mitchell Whitfield.

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Marc Aflalo (@marcaflalo) and Mitchell Whitfield (@m_whitfield) bring compelling tech interviews with some of the biggest names. Covering everything from the latest iPhone and Android devices to the newest laptops, drones and video games.

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345 episodes

Talking All Things CES with Andrew Krystal on SiriusXM

Marc (Aflalo) joined Andrew Krystal on Krystal Nation to talk all things CES 2022. Take a listen.

17m
Jan 12, 2022
A USB Microphone to Battle the Best - and not your wallet!

AKG has a rich history in the world of audio…so when they came to us with Ara, their new USB mic geared towards podcasters and creators, we couldn’t wait to get our hands on it (spoiler alert: we love it!). Take a listen as we talk to AKG’s David Tewksbury, and find out why Ara just may be the best microphone you never knew you needed… See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

26m
Dec 27, 2021
The New Beats Fit Pro

Mitchell got his hands on the Beats Fit Pro and Marc is wondering why on earth the US it the only place you can get them! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

11m
Dec 23, 2021
Keeping Your Kids Safe Online With Trend Micro Family

Keeping our kids safe while online is more than just blocking websites. How do we talk to them about online safety? How do we prepare them for the journey into adulthood? And how do we do all this without scaring the living hell out of them? Trend Micro's Lynette Owens joins us in this episode to talk about Trend Micro Family and her mission to keep our kids safe online. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

24m
Dec 13, 2021
Must-Have Holiday Gadgets for your Smart Home

There are so many great gadgets to get this holiday season so where do we start? The smart home. Take a listen to Mitchell (Whitfield) and Marc (Aflalo) as they discuss some must-haves for your smart home including Lutron's Caseta Wireless Outdoor Smart Plug! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

13m
Nov 29, 2021
What IS the Metaverse? We translate - so you don't have to with Chris Matthieu

We needed to dive into the Metaverse to figure out just what's going on now - and coming down the road. Enter Chris Matthieu - expert in all things metaverse, VR, AR, XR. Join Chris and YTR's Marc Aflalo as they and break it all down in a way everyone can understand. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

25m
Nov 27, 2021
The State of Windows PC's in 2021, Daniel Rubino Joins the Conversation

We couldn't talk PC's without bringing in the expert - Daniel Rubino is the Executive Editor of Windows Central and has been on this beat for a long time. We won't say how long. He joins us to discuss the state of the PC and how Windows 11 is performing following its release. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

16m
Nov 25, 2021
Why are the ports back on the new MacBook Pro?

What do you think of the new MacBook Pro's from Apple? We have some thoughts including why the company has backtracked on some pretty crucial features. Take a listen as Marc (Aflalo) and Mitchell (Whitfield) dive into the heated debate. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

15m
Nov 23, 2021
Just for Laughs Group Dives into Crypto with Exclusive NFTs

Just for Laughs, the company behind some of the biggest comedy festivals in the world announced their plans to forge into the world of NFT's with the first-ever laugh recorded at their iconic comedy festival. Take a listen as we dive into the Crypto conversation with CEO Charles Decarie, to hear how this all came together. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

19m
Nov 20, 2021
The Roomba That Cleans Your Home Even Smarter

iRobot has been bringing robotic devices into our homes for more than 30 years, making us change the way we think about vacuums and floor cleaners thanks to products like the Roomba and Braava. So what’s the latest from their design and software team? Take a listen as we chat with Brent Hild and Michelle Gattuso to learn more about their latest robotic vacuum, the Roomba j7 and j7+. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

29m
Nov 05, 2021
Everything Flips and Folds with Samsung's Latest Generation 5G Smartphones

When Samsung first introduced its mobile devices with foldable screens, many in the tech world thought it was nothing more than a tech demo and proof of concept; two generations later, the Galaxy Z Fold3 and Z Flip3 are going strong with better screens, improved performance, and software designed to take advantage of their unique displays. Take a listen as we chat with Samsung’s Raj Doshi to learn more about these folding devices, and what the future holds for this unique technology. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

20m
Nov 03, 2021
How Microsoft HoloLens is Transforming Mercedes-Benz Service

Earlier this week we caught up with Microsoft's Sherief Ibrahim and saw a demonstration of how Microsoft's HoloLens is being used to service Mercedes-Benz vehicles. In this interview, we talk about how this all came together and will be deployed throughout the country. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

23m
Oct 23, 2021
Can Brick and Mortar Compete with Online Retailers?

Since the pandemic, more consumers have been shopping online than ever before; and while shopping online is more convenient, it does present issues for brick and mortar retailers trying to compete. Take a listen as we chat with game designer and publisher Jamie Stegmaier of Stonemaier games, and learn how product prices are established, and the challenges that all companies face trying to balance the online marketplace and traditional retail pricing. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

23m
Oct 22, 2021
Apple's New iPhone, iPad and Apple Watch

On this episode we recap Apple's California Streaming media event during which they unveiled a new iPad mini, new iPad, Apple Watch Series 7 and iPhone 13. Take a listen to our break down and analysis.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

34m
Sep 16, 2021
The BMW M8 GC Competition, X4 M and Cooper S Countryman ALL4

We don't hide the fact that BMW is a favorite of ours - Marc owns a new X3 and when the weather gets nice we get the opportunity to get behind the wheels of some of the latest and greatest the company has to offer. Take a listen to our chat about our experiences with the BMW M8 GC Competition, X4 M and the Mini Cooper S Countryman ALL4. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

14m
Sep 08, 2021
Diving into Windows 365 - Your On Demand Cloud PC

We got really excited when Microsoft sprung the announcement of Windows 365 on us. Your own on-demand Cloud PC streamed to any device - what a concept! In this conversation, we dive into the product and find out, almost, everything it can do. Take a listen to our chat with Melissa Grant, Director of Product Marketing for Microsoft 365, and Scott Manchester, Partner Director of Program Management for Windows 365. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

25m
Aug 17, 2021
Audioshake Creates Multitrack Stems when They Never Existed Before

With the first in-person event of the year, NAMM, having just finished in Nashville we caught up with a very unique company in the audio space. Audioshake can take any song--even if it was never multi-tracked--and break it into its stems, creating new uses for the music in instrumentals, samples, remixes, mash-ups and more. Take a listen as we chat with the founder, Jessica Powell.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

25m
Aug 13, 2021
The latest in Gaming and Home Theatre Monitors with Viewsonic

Without a decent monitor or screen gaming and content consumption can go from a tedious task to an immersive experience. Take a listen to our conversation about choosing the right gaming monitor and home theatre solution with Viewsonic! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

17m
Jul 09, 2021
Sharp Air Purifiers take on World Allergy Week

World Allergy Week just passed! What a great opportunity to talk about the one thing we can all do to make the air in our homes the best that it can be. Take a listen to our conversation with Sharp USA's James Sanduski and Peter Weedfald as they walk us through some amazing reasons we should be cleaning our air. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

32m
Jul 08, 2021
Pulling off an all-digital E3 - Stan Pierre-Louis tells us how they did it.

He is the President & CEO of the Entertainment Software Association, Stanley Pierre-Louis joins us to talk all about the all-digital edition of E3 2021. What makes it different? What are the benefits? We talk all about the hard work that goes into turning an in-person hands-on event - all digital. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

31m
Jun 19, 2021
Announcing the brand new Super 73 ZX

As a Super 73 fan, I can say from personal experience that it's always big news when they announce a new bike; and not only did Super 73 co-founder Michael Cannavo come on the radio show to talk about the brand new ZX, he also showed us the bike and all of its features!  Check out the video version of this interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/UTktSfQe2T8     See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

20m
Jun 17, 2021
The World's Most High-Tech Water Gun

Technology plays a huge role in all of our lives, but sometimes it’s fun just to use technology for…well, fun! Take a listen as we chat with Sebastian Walter, founder of Spyra, and learn about the world’s most high-tech water gun, the Spyra 2. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

19m
Jun 10, 2021
Typewise uses AI to Make You Type Better

In this episode, we are joined by Typewise Co-Founder and CEO David Eberle, who walks us through his Typewise app. This new keyboard replaces that on your mobile device and uses AI to make the experience a better one across the board.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

17m
Jun 08, 2021
Talking Super73 with Michael Cannavo

Super73 is one of our favorite brands; partially because of the incredible electric motor bikes they make...but mostly because of the people behind the brand, in particular, co-founder Michael Cannavo. We've featured Super73 bikes on the channel before, but it's been a while since we've had Michael on the radio side; so take a listen as we chat with about what the brand has been up to, and what they have in store for us later this year. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

1h 34m
May 24, 2021
TCL's New 20-series 5G Phones Make a Stunning Debut

In this episode, we speak with TCL Mobile's Paul Dayco all about the stunning new TCL 20-series of phones. Packed with flagship features, these phones rival the competition in many ways for a fraction of the price. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

10m
May 15, 2021
Diving into TCL's new XL Collection with Bruce Walker

It’s no secret that we’re big fans of TCL; it’s also no secret that while their televisions were once considered some of the best televisions “for the money”, they’re now considered some of the best televisions…period. So what’s next for TCL? Take a listen as we talk with Brand Evangelist Bruce Walker to find out the next BIG thing TCL has in store for us…  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

31m
May 14, 2021
Board Game Storage Goes High-Tech

If you’ve played a modern board game, you’re probably already familiar with Game Trayz - the custom inserts that keep your games nice and tidy, making them easier to set up, play, and put away. While it’s not surprising how much better they can make your gaming experience, what IS surprising is how much technology goes into creating them. Take a listen as we chat with Noah Adelman, Founder, and designer of Game Trayz, and find out how his products are (literally) game-changers! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

28m
May 05, 2021
Ford and HP Printing Parts for new F-250 Trucks

Ford and HP have gotten together to put waste to good use. Powders and parts are being re-used and turned into parts to be used in their F-250 trucks. Take a listen as we chat with Debbie Mielewski, Ford technical fellow all about the project. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

16m
Apr 26, 2021
Airtags, iMac's, Apple TV and More! Everything Apple Announced!

I'm sure you didn't miss Apple's spring launch event - in this episode we break down all the announcements including our personal shopping lists! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

18m
Apr 23, 2021
Getting Behind the Wheel of the BMW M440i

If you listen to our show often, or not, then you'll quickly learn that we are big car buffs. We are particularly large fans of BMW's as they simply are one of the best brands that exist. Marc has the opportunity to get behind the wheel of BMW's new M440i and shares his experience. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

21m
Apr 12, 2021