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The Garraud Files Podcast

by Ray Garraud

Exploring ideas and information on technology, business and culture.

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Episodes

  1. G-Files Ep 44

    The return of the Garraud Files Podcast. Just migrated all of my episodes from Libsyn to Spotify. This is a test

  2. GFiles 43

    Welcoming back the new re-imagined Garraud Files Podcast. 2004 - Present Privacy and security concerns: Is your smart device spying on you? While data transparency is the price we pay for using smart devices, be aware that there is always the potential for abuse by Hackers and other nefarious...

  3. GFiles 42

    Thoughts on my participation in the 22 Pushup challenge to bring awareness to the high rate in which veterans are committing suicide due to mental illness. more info can be found here: www.mission22.com My first impressions of the Apple watch series 2 Background music provided by Andre Louis....

  4. GFiles 41

    In IOS 10, unlocking an iPhone now requires a physical press on the Home Button by default. However, there is a hidden feature that allows the iPhone to act more like iOS 9 if you have Touch ID, called “Rest Finger to Open”. This works with any iPhone or iPad that has a Touch ID Home button. Rest...

  5. GFiles 40

    Google went public exactly 12 years ago today, August 19 2004. If you bought one share of Google in 2004 at its initial public offering price of $85, then it would be two shares worth $1,575 today, taking into account Google's stock split.

  6. GFiles 39

    Discussing the proposed regulations outlined in a report released today by the Federal Aviation Administration which seeks to regulate drone usage and ownership. Currently these are just recommendations. Although they are expected to be approved in the near future, it’s not clear yet what the…

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  7. GFiles 38 The Lunar XPrize Announcement

    In its official weblog Google recently announced the first team of engineers to sign up to land a private, unmanned aircraft on the moon as part of the Google-sponsored Lunar Xprize (also referred to as Moon 2.0) Jerusalem based Space IL is the first team to produce a verified launch contract in...

  8. GFiles 37

    Brief thoughts on ad blocking and the 'Adblock Fast' app in iOS9.

  9. GFiles 36

    Discussing Apple's new 3D Touch technology in the iPhone 6S and 6S Plus. Also, a brief explanation of the thought process behind the tag line "Where Technology, Business and Pop Culture intersect. Link: Apple's Force Touch for iPhone Invention.

  10. GFiles 35

    Thoughts on Apple's upcoming event (September 9 2015)

  11. GFiles 34

    A brief review of the 'Apple Music' app and service

  12. GFiles 33

    Episode 33: Brief thoughts on (AI) Artificial Intelligence.

  13. GFiles 32

    Episode 32: Discussing Twitter's Periscope (Live Video Streaming) App.

  14. GFiles 31

    Brief discussion with my guest Kiki about Android vs iOS, the Apple watch etc. (Part 1)

  15. GFiles 30

    PART 2: Briefly addressing the Samsung Smart TV voice-command recognition controversy. Samsung updates the clause to its voice-command privacy policy that was causing much concern and debate previously.

  16. GFiles 29

    Briefly addressing the Samsung Smart TV voice-command recognition controversy. Is your Samsung TV spying on you? "Voice recognition, which allows the user to control the TV using voice commands, is a Samsung Smart TV feature, which can be activated or deactivated by the user. The TV owner can…

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  17. GFiles 28

    Interview with @Kenya Chatting about Chromecast & the Sunrise Calendar app

  18. GFiles 27

    Final episode of 2014. Discussing The Garraud Files Podcast history and set up. Recording 2 audio sources with Bossjock Sudio: All iOS VoIP Podcast Rig Interview with my daughter about her latest venture at DandyDemure.com Happy Holidays to all!

  19. GFiles 26

    Brief thoughts about Audio Month, the FB Messenger app and current status of the Podcast. See relevant links below. Long Island's Finest Instrumentals Vol. 1 5 Myths About Facebook's Messenger App Audio Month 2014

  20. GFiles 25

    Some thoughts on the Cloak iOS app, The possible deal between Apple and Comcast and Facebook's announcement that they will acquire Oculus VR.

  21. GFiles 24

    Back in the saddle. Talking about the USB Dual Pre and the IOS 7.1 update among other things.

  22. GFiles 23

    Joined by co-host Ms G to discuss innovations in early childhood education. Specific example is the recently opened AltSchool in San Francisco CA which is rethinking the educational experience inside and outside the classroom by focusing on a rigorous, interdisciplinary child-centered approach…

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  23. Gfiles 22

    My interview with Martin Crenshaw, entrepreneur author and speaker about his 8 steps to a new beginning audio series. Contact Martin Crenshaw.

  24. GFiles 21

    Some thoughts on the recent Twiter IPO as the story continues to unfold. Social-media IPOs tend to be volatile mainly because it’s a new sector and a still evolving business model. I think Twitter is a good bet. They still have quite a few uncharted business possibilities to pursue and as the...

  25. GFiles 20

    YouTube & Facebook seeing huge growth in mobile traffic compared to a few years ago Info link Audio Month August 2013 : link

  26. GFiles 019

    A quick review of the MXL Studio 1 Microphone. The Garraud Files will be back again in a week at our regular schedule. I didn't publish a podcast in the month of July due to my involvement in Audio Month AKA 'AudioMo' where I was recording daily audio clips. You can see listen to my AudioMo 2013...

  27. GFiles 18

    Discussing 'The Internet of Things' etc Check out the 'Tech Times' Podcast Opnion on why Blackberry is not doing so well Musical Selection: Two Sides| Why? (ft. Colin Mutchler & Mykleanthony)” (by Scomber) Scomber is licensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial License.

  28. GFiles 017

    Motorola's tattoos could replace passwords Lincoln MKZ,MKS pothole recognition technology Musical selection 'Indian Summer' by Zero V

  29. GFiles 016

    Discussing a few of my favorite iOS apps: Vine app iTunes link Mapmyfitness Runkeeper Musical selection 'Two Sides' Why? (ft. Colin Mutchler & Mykleanthony)” (by Scomber) Via freemusicarchive.org

  30. GFiles 015

    Discussing a few early technologies that shaped our digital world today Using the BossJock Studio app on my Ipad Correction: Microphone is the Audio Technica ATR 2100 Musical Selection: Indian Summer by Zero V Interested in Amateur Radio? Check out ARRL.org

  31. GFiles 014

    Thoughts on Social Media fatigue and the power of choice (do you react or respond to situations?). One Hundred Push ups iOS App Musical selection: "IF I" by Texasradiofish - LINK .

  32. GFiles 013

    Thoughts on Twitter Music and various other updates. Twitter #Music App: Link LinkedIn revamps its mobile app: Link Facebook Timeline redesign: Link YouTube redesigned One Channel layout: Link Shout out to fellow podcasters at The Sunday Soundtrack and Shortstoryguy.com Musical Selection: Coffee...

  33. GFiles 012

    Thoughts on why the PC market is experiencing a decline and my first attempt at recording the Podcast while at the beach. Musical selection: "Two Sides" by Scomber

  34. Friday Tech Notes 011

    Mobile Podcasting: Demo recording to test the noise level in different environments and thoughts on the cell phone's 40th anniversary. 40th anniversary of the first cell phone call Picture of the iRig Mic Cast set up

  35. GFiles episode 010

    Why Twitter is my favorite social media platform and thoughts on T-Mobile's new service direction. Is the New T-Mobile too good to be true? LINK Audio imaging and background audio provided by Drew Weber at realimagingproduction.vze.com New Twitter account @garraudfiles

  36. Friday Tech Notes 009

    Quick review of the audio-technica ATR-2100 microphone. Thoughts on Creative Commons music licenses and Apple's recent acquisition of WiFiSLAM. Freemusicarchive.org Background music CCmixter.org creative commons and podsafe music the ATR-2100 review by recording hacks Article on Apple's WiFiSLAM...

  37. That Google Glass...

    Google Glass is in the news again. Amateur Radio day is On April 18 2013 and more. West VA Bill would ban drivers from using Google Glass Audio Technica ATR 2100 Microphone review via YouTube Musical Selection: 'Indian Summer' by Zero V April 18 is World Amateur Radio Day The National Association...

  38. Friday Tech Notes

    Discussing virtual cash payment methods and phone call recording applications. Musical selection: 'Union Square' by James Beaudreau

  39. Is Foursquare still relevant?

    Discussing whether Foursquare is still relevant and how I received a promo item as result of my check-in at a certain location today. - Correction to the email address, it is [email protected] - Musical selection provided by BJ Block and Dawn Pemberton

  40. Friday Tech Chat

    Discussing 'Spreaker' online radio platform and more. Spreaker Online Radio Get your phone's dictation service to play an artist on Spotify - LINK

  41. Birdseye email app and more

    A first look at the Birdseye email app for iPad and a discussion on Google's Two-Step Authentication. Birdseye mail website Birdseye mail iTunes link About Google Two-Step Verification

  42. Sunday Tech Notes

    Thoughts & opinions on current events and how to use BossJock studio with GarageBand. As mentioned in the episode, here's a quick YouTube video on how to use BossJock Studio with GarageBand.

  43. Podcasting: My story

    Talking about when and why I started podcasting. My amateur radio roots and why I think we all enjoy communicating and telling stories. Show Notes The National Association for Amateur Radio (correction ARRL.org not net) Link to My Amateur Radio Weblog (no longer updated) Awards: Verified...

  44. My iRig Mic Cast Review

    The Garraud Files is a mobile podcast created entirely using my iOS devices and the BossJock studio podcast recording app. I recently started using the IRig Mic Cast microphone by IK Multimedia and I did a side by side comparison with the iPhone stock mic. Here is my review. Musical selection is...

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