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Home Gadget Geeks
by Jim Collison
On Home Gadget Geeks we cover all your favorite tech gadgets that find their way into your home. News, reviews, product updates and conversation, all for the Average Tech guy! Host Jim Collison and his super line up of hosts are LIVE each week on Thursday nights, 8pmC/9E at http://theAverageGuy.tv
Episodes
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Home Assistant AI Automation, Tesla FSD and Energy Monitoring with Phil Hawthorne – HGG691
Phil Hawthorne from the Home Assistant Podcast joins me for Home Gadget Geeks 691 to talk about where Home Assistant is headed, how AI is changing the way we build automations, Tesla Full Self-Driving, energy monitoring and some clever ways to make smart-home technology disappear into the house...
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Tesla, Home Assistant, ESPHome and Smarter Automation with Gavin Campbell – HGG690
Gavin Campbell is back, and this one turns into a tour of what happens when Home Assistant stops being a dashboard and starts becoming the operating system for the house. We talk through Gavin’s first Tesla, garage-door automation, water and leak monitoring, ESPHome projects, lawn and soil…
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POC Radios for Kids, Off-Site Backups, Remote Gaming and Frigate 0.18 with Mike Wieger – HGG689
Do kids need a full smartphone just to stay in touch? Mike Wieger joins me for HGG689 with a different answer: push-to-talk-over-cellular radios built around simple family communication. We also dig into practical off-site backups with Unraid, TrueNAS, ZFS and Tailscale, Apollo and Moonlight for...
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Concert Photography Gear, Backup Strategy and AI Editing with Jay Franze – HGG688
Concert photography sounds simple until you realize you may have only the first three songs to get the shots you need. Jay Franze joins me for HGG688 to talk about what actually goes into photographing live music — from carrying multiple camera bodies and shooting RAW files to protecting those...
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Pixel Lights, Robot Mowers, Maslow CNC and Home Automation – HGG687
Jim Collison welcomes Seth Johnson from HomeTech.fm back to Home Gadget Geeks for a wide-ranging conversation about programmable outdoor lighting, home automation, electric lawn care, large-format CNC projects and the growing role of AI in home technology. Find Home Gadget Geeks episodes, show...
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Phil Hawthorne on Smarter Home Assistant Automations, ESPHome, E-Ink and AI – HGG686
Phil Hawthorne joins Jim Collison for HGG686 to talk Home Assistant automations, Blueprints, ESPHome, Bluetooth proxies, e-ink dashboards and AI-assisted smart home control. They dig into how Home Assistant is moving from individual entities toward devices, areas, labels and more flexible...
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T.J. Huddleston on Smart Gardens, Solar-Powered Sheds and Home Assistant AI – HGG685
T.J. Huddleston from HomeTech.fm joins me to talk about replacing a traditional lawn with a pollinator garden, building a smarter irrigation system, powering a shed with solar and using Hermes to make Home Assistant easier to manage. Full show notes at https://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg685
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Christian Johnson on Passkeys, Self-Hosted Bitwarden and Guardrails for AI Agents – HGG684
Password managers are becoming credential managers as passkeys begin replacing traditional usernames, passwords and authentication codes. Christian Johnson joins me to talk through what that transition means, whether self-hosting Bitwarden provides a meaningful advantage and where Vaultwarden…
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LEPRO Lights Revisited, DIY Storm Guard and Safer AI Agents – HGG683
I revisit the LEPRO permanent outdoor lights after nearly six months of real-world use, including the removable wood-shim mounting method, seasonal lighting scenes and the outdoor smart-plug schedule. I also walk through several OpenClaw projects, including the Home Assistant Storm Guard I built...
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Ring 4K Cameras, ECOVACS GOAT A3000 LiDAR Pro, Nespresso Pop+ and HoverAir X1 PROMAX with Erin Lawrence – HGG682
Erin Lawrence joins me for Home Gadget Geeks 682 to talk Ring 4K cameras, the ECOVACS GOAT A3000 LiDAR Pro robot lawnmower, Nespresso Pop+, HoverAir X1 PROMAX, AI workflow lessons, smart home gear and upcoming creator tools. Full show notes and links are available at: https://theaverageguy.tv/hgg682
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AI at Work, Fiber at Home and Mountain E-Bikes with Mike Wieger – HGG681
Full show notes, audio, and video at: https://theaverageguy.tv/hgg681 What happens when AI leaves the demo stage and starts showing up in real work, real home labs, and the gear that keeps a household connected? This week, Mike Wieger returns to Home Gadget Geeks for a practical conversation that...
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OpenClaw vs Hermes: AI Agents for Home Assistant with Gavin Campbell - HGG680
Full show notes, transcriptions available on request, audio and video at https://theaverageguy.tv/hgg680 Jim Collison is joined by Gavin Campbell for Home Gadget Geeks 680 to compare OpenClaw and Hermes as AI agents for Home Assistant, with practical discussion around local versus cloud LLMs,...
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AI in Managed Services, RingConn Health Tracking and Smarter Cable Management – HGG679
Full show notes, audio, and video at: https://theaverageguy.tv/hgg679 Jim Collison and Marv Bee discuss AI in managed services, including virtual agents, automation, memory across conversations, and where human experience still matters. They also cover soundbar buying advice, RingConn health and...
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Tech, BBQ, and the Blackstone Lifestyle with Mark Robson - HGG678
Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg678 What happens when technology troubleshooting meets backyard cooking, meal planning, and a growing obsession with grills? This week, Mark Robson returns to Home Gadget Geeks for a relaxed...
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AI That Thinks: Dewain Robinson on Agents, Copilot, and What’s Next - HGG677
Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg677 What happens when AI stops being just a chatbot and starts to reason, plan, and actually do useful work? This week, Dewain Robinson joins me for a conversation on Copilot Studio, AI agents,...
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Should You Trust OpenClaw on Your Network? with Christian Johnson - HGG676
Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg676 What happens when a practical conversation about AI tools turns into a deeper discussion about autonomy, cybersecurity, local models, and the future of the internet? This week, Christian...
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A Hard Look at OpenClaw: Is It Safe to Use This AI Right Now? – HGG675
Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg675 Is the AI future helpful or just plain dangerous? This week, Gavin Campbell from HomeTech.fm and I take a hard look at OpenClaw, “vibe coding,” and what it really takes to run autonomous AI...
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Upgrading an Older Home: Heat Pumps, Air Sealing and Smart Energy with Paul Braren – HGG674
Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg674 Paul Braren from TinkerTry.com joins me this week to discuss energy-efficient home technology, including heat pumps, air sealing, and upgrading older homes for modern HVAC systems. They…
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How AI Is Disrupting Songwriting and the Music Business with Jay Franze – HGG673
Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg673 Jay Franze joins me to talk about how AI is showing up in real songwriting workflows, not just as a toy, but as a tool people are actually using. We unpack how we built the new Home Gadget...
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Ring 4K Doorbell Tested, Amazon Art TV Announced & Alexa+ Early Access with Erin Lawrence – HGG672
Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg672 Erin Lawrence from https://www.techgadgetscanada.com/ joins me this week to break down Ring’s new 4K doorbell, the real impact of AI in consumer tech after CES 2026, Amazon’s move into the…
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Andrew Morris Returns: Solar in Brisbane, NAS Frustrations, Unifi Networking & Garmin Tech – HGG671
Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg671 Andrew Morris returns to Home Gadget Geeks this week. We revisit the early days of HGG, catch up on his move from Melbourne to Brisbane, and dive deep into solar upgrades, NAS decisions,...
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Solar Sheds, Smart Gardens, and a Reality Check from CES 2026 with TJ Huddleston – HGG670
Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg670 This week I am joined by TJ Huddleston for a wide-ranging conversation that blends real-world winter weather, practical home technology, and insights from CES 2026. From navigating a rare…
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Tapo Smart Devices, UniFi Home Networking, and a Gadget Detox – HGG669
Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg669 Marv Bee returns this week for a practical conversation about unified home networking and modern tech habits. The discussion provides a closer look at Ubiquiti’s UniFi ecosystem and why it’s...
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Oscar Hedaya with Smart Safes and Reinventing Home Security with Space – HGG668
Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg668 In this episode, I speak with Oscar Hedaya, founder of Space, about how smart safes are redefining home security through modern technology. We explore Oscar’s entrepreneurial journey and how...
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Celebrating 15 Years of Home Gadget Geeks with LePro Outdoor Lighting, AI Hardware Shifts, and Crypto Signals – HGG667
Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg667 Christian Johnson joins me this week to celebrate the 15-year anniversary of the show while exploring today’s evolving tech landscape. They discuss AI hardware trends, rising consumer…
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Jay Franze Talks Writing Songs with AI: Creativity Without Limits – HGG666
Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg666 In this episode, I’m joined by Jay Franze, a seasoned music producer, to explore how AI is transforming music creation. Jay shares his experiment using AI as a virtual studio—producing songs...
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Sammie Collison on Unpacking a Remarkable Year Through Grit, Growth, and Gratitude – HGG665
Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theaverageguy.tv/hgg665 Every year on Black Friday, Home Gadget Geeks pauses the tech talk just long enough to look at where life and technology intersect, and this year’s episode with Sammie Collison might be the...
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Warped Boards & Wired Homes, Catching up with Dave McCabe – HGG664
Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg664 Dave McCabe joins me this week to reminisce about 17 years of podcasting, dive into smart home gadgets, and explore Dave’s woodworking journey with Warped Boards. From CNC upgrades and...
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Smart Fridges, Clean Windows and Virtual Fairways: Tech That Simplifies Life – HGG663
Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg663 I am joined this week by Erin Lawrence and Mike Wieger to explore tech innovations that enhance daily living. They review the Mydea One Touch Autofill Refrigerator, the Ecovacs WinBot W2...
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The $20K Slate EV, Linux Mint, Recycle PCs and Smart Battery Upgrades with Kevin Schoonover – HGG662
Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg662 In this week’s episode of Home Gadget Geeks, I’m joined by Kevin Schoonover for a packed discussion that jumps from health and fitness to EV trucks, from Windows 10’s sunset to ARM’s rise…
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Gavin Campbell with Smart Yard Automation, Unraid 7.2 Enhancements, and the Rise of Local AI – HGG661
Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg661 Gavin Campbell joins this week and we covered winter weather, his strong early results with the Segway Navimow robot mower, the improved sound and smart-home functionality of the Echo Dot…
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EcoFlow and Eco-Worthy Solar Setup Updates, Using Local AI at Home – HGG660
Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg660 In this episode, we discuss the latest with my solar setup (EcoFlow battery, Eco-Worthy panels) and take a deep dive into local AI — exploring LLMs you can run at home, privacy implications,...
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Lutron Smart Plug, AirPods Pro 3, iPhone 17, and a Switch to Visible - HGG659
Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg659 In this episode of Home Gadget Geeks, I spent some time diving into a few recent tech updates and sharing a bit of what’s been going on with me. I started with a look at the Lutron…
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AirPods to AI: Tech, Crypto, and Life Updates with Christian Johnson – HGG658
Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg658 In this episode of Home Gadget Geeks, I’m joined by Christian Johnson. We start with a discussion about the new Apple AirPods Pro 3, which I’ve purchased and am waiting to try once they…
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AI and Assistive Technology in Education: Insights with Dr. Brian Friedlander - HGG657
Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg657 On this episode of Home Gadget Geeks, I had the chance to sit down with Dr. Brian Friedlander to talk about how AI is changing the landscape of assistive technology. We covered everything…
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Books. Beats. Batteries: Jay Franze with Mac Upgrades and Solar Questions - HGG656
Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg656 Jay Franze is back, and we talk about his new book, Stand Out or Fade Out. Jay considers upgrading his Mac Mini and shares updates on home projects and a new service dog for his daughter. Jim...
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Tech Gadgets Galore: Erin Lawrence's Latest Reviews and Innovations - HGG655
Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg655 Erin Lawrence joins me this week for a wide-ranging conversation on home, lawn, and automotive gadgets. We dig into the future of lawn care with the Segway Navimow robot lawn mower, discuss...
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When Smart Gets Smarter: Lighting, Lawn Care, and DIY Solar Systems - HGG654
Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg654 Gavin Campbell joins me this week for a deep dive into smart home automation, solar experimentation, and the latest in robotic lawn care. Jim shares updates and lessons learned from his…
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From Prime Day to Power Play: Jim’s Solar Experiment Begins – HGG653
Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg653 I recently kicked off a solar power project at home to test the efficiency of two 100-watt, 18-volt bi-facial panels I picked up for $99 each during Prime week. The goal is to see how they...
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Smart Tech, Smarter Conversations: AI, Robot Mowers, and Power On-the-Go with Dave Hamilton – HGG652
Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg652 Dave Hamilton joins me this week. After a quick Mac lightning round, Dave shares how he uses ChatGPT for long-form conversations while driving and discusses his Eufy Robot Lawn Mower E15…
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The Future of Podcasting? Co-Hosting with an AI - HGG651
Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg651 This week, I experiment with integrating AI into podcasting by introducing Microsoft’s Co-Pilot, Mick, as a co-host. I dive into the real-world challenges of blending AI with human...
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Fiber Wars, Fast Networks, and Smarter Health Tech with Mike Wieger - HGG650
Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg650 joins me to talk through the latest in home tech and personal gadgets. We cover his switch from Cox to MetroNet fiber and compare Omaha’s evolving internet options, including T-Mobile and…
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The Fix-It Space: Repairing, Repurposing, and Community Tech Solutions with Kevin Schoonover – HGG649
Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg649 Kevin Schoonover is my guest this week as we look into the growing “fix-it” movement, exploring how repairing everyday items—like lamps, sewing machines, and coffee makers—can save money and...
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Tech, Gardens, and Gadgets: A Conversation with TJ Huddleston from HomeTech.fm - HGG648
Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg648 This week, I am joined by T.J. Huddleston, a home automation pro from HomeTech.fm. We discuss how smart home gear has become significantly more affordable and easier to use, especially…
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45 Drives Co-Founder Doug Milburn - HGG647
Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg647 Doug Milburn, co-founder of 45 Drives, joins me as we talk about the evolving storage server industry. We discuss the shift towards efficient data management solutions for both enterprises…
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Mark Robson with the Big BBQ and Grill Show for Summer 2025 – HGG646
Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg646 Mark Robson joins me this week to explore the world of grilling and smoking food. We discuss the excitement of grilling season, advancements in pellet grill technology, and share our personal...
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From Lawns to Load Panels: Building the Connected Home with Gavin Campbell – HGG645
Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg645 Gavin Campbell joins me this week to explore the latest innovations in home technology. From robotic lawn care with the Segway Navimow to smarter energy management through electrical upgrades...
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Ed Sullivan with a Look at the Slate and EV Insights: Charging, Accessories, and Innovation – HGG644
Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg644 Ed Sullivan is my guest this week. We discuss Ed’s new 2025 Cadillac Lyric EV, which he has driven 3,500 miles without major issues. Ed shares his experience with Paintless Dent Removal and a...
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Erin Lawrence with the Ecovacs A2500 RTK Mower, Urtopia Carbon 1 E-bike and Beats Earbuds and Pill – HGG643
Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg643 Erin Lawrence from Tech Gadgets Canada joined me this week to look at the latest tech trends, and not even stormy weather could slow us down. We started with highlighting the Ecovacs A2500…
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Marv Bee with Video and Audio Tech for the 2025 Flordia Man Games - HGG642
Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg642 Marv Bee joins me this week to talk tech, podcasting, and the wild world of the Florida Man Games. We kick things off with some seasonal banter, then dive into his take on electric vs. gas...
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On Home Gadget Geeks we cover all your favorite tech gadgets that find their way into your home. News, reviews, product updates and conversation, all for the Average Tech guy! Host Jim Collison and his super line up of hosts are LIVE each week on Thursday nights, 8pmC/9E at http://theAverageGuy.tv
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On Home Gadget Geeks we cover all your favorite tech gadgets that find their way into your home. News, reviews, product updates and conversation, all for the Average Tech guy! Host Jim Collison and his super line up of hosts are LIVE each week on Thursday nights, 8pmC/9E at http://theAverageGuy.tv
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