October starts Cybersecurity Awareness Month This week we begin the discussion of securing cloud systems, AI, and everything technical that makes the modern world work. This week we welcome two guests. In our first segment Amber Williams joins us to talk AI influencers. Our second segment features Steve Orrin, Federal CTO of Intel. Orrin talks abou…

We got to try out the Gravity Jetsuit! Spoiler alert: it is amazing! Join us this week as we talk about the Jetsuit. Guest Terry Cook, a fellow trainee from Aberdeen, Scotland, joins us as we talk about the experience. William Sikkens, Bill Snodgrass, Gretchen WinklerDi User Friendly Media Group

This week host Bill Sikkens is in England with Gravity checking out an amazing Jetsuit. More than just a jet pack, this piece of equipment brings something of sci-fi to the real world. Will Bill get to fly like Ironman or fall out of the sky? We will find that out next week! Tune in this week to get the details! Our guest is Eugene Clark. Clark is …

Join us this week as we cover Rose City Comic Con! This amazing event is back for 2024 and we had a chance to attend! Coverage includes on the floor interviews and our review! Also guest Alex Agbolla joins us to talk tech. Agbolla is an incredible 13-year old full-stack developer and tech enthusiast.…

Join us for this special edition podcast with guest J.J. Jerome. J.J. Jerome is an award-winning engineer and futurist who used his unique background in brain science and electronics to become a seminal influence in numerous cutting-edge technologies. He is the author of the book Evolution Ended. This podcast is a unique discussion of AI, the direc…

Join us this week as we talk about the Oregon Air Show! Our guest this week is Stefan Fehr, founder of ModernIQ's.com. Fehr talks AI and a system that can be used ethically to help with promotion. William Sikkens, Bill Snodgrass, Gretchen WinklerDi User Friendly Media Group

Join us this week for a talk about robot dogs! Our second segment features guests Kendy Pearson and Arnaud Lucas. Pearson talks her award winning book "When the Mountains Wept". Lucas is a digital problem solver and talks use of technology to execute product growth. William Sikkens, Bill Snodgrass, Gretchen Winkler…

Join us this week for two amazing guests! First, country star Easton Corbin joins us to talk about his upcoming show in Portland at the Roseland Theater on September 5th. Easton Corbin has been gracing stages with his memorable baritone and unique blend of traditional and modern country music for more than a decade. He boasts two No. 1 singles with…

Join us for a special edition "deep dive" into author, actor and overall geinus Matthew Carauddo's "DIamond Dragons" book series.Di User Friendly Media Group

Join us this week for two great guests! Our first segement guest is Billy Sinkford, co-founder and director of the Made Handmade Bike Show. This long running show showcases the artists making custom bikes and components to the industry and the public. Details and tickets at made.bike Our second segment features reporter Kay Tomson covering the Will…

Join us this week for the second part of Danny Nathen's interview as he discusses the actual cost of meetings with his meeting calculator. Our second segment "deep dives" into "The Cloud". What is "The Cloud", really? What are the advantages and risks? William Sikkens, Bill Snodgrass, Gretchen Winkler…

This week we are proud to feature guest Danny Nathan with Apollo 21. Nathan talks about digital project management. It's the first week of August and this is our summer Q&A show - where we answer your questions. We talk streaming video games (do you still need a $500 game console?), Android Auto and even a bit on the original IBM desktop released i…

Join us this week as we welcome guest Don Beavers. As a cybersecurity and technology veteran, Beavers talks steps we can take as well as about new technology to secure your most valuable asset, your data. With the recent CrowdStrike incident we have seen how vulnerable the Internet can actually be. There are steps you can take. William Sikkens, Bil…

User Friendly is back at a Comic Con! This week we talk about cosplay, the Silver Age Comic Con itself, and other topics for gamers and cosplayers. Our returning guest this week is Jordan Yaklin. Yaklin is a fitness trainer who offers a program aimed at gamers. I've tried it. It works! William Sikkens, Bill Snodgrass, Gretchen Winkler…

This week we are proud to feature two guests. In our first segment Ricardo Cimmino joins us to talk about the Agile development methodology. When developing software, a management system is very helpful. Never heard of Agile, or would you just like to know more? Check out this great interview. The second part of our show features guest Lee Schneide…

Join us for this year's 4th of July clip show - featuring the interviews you voted to hear again! Featured this week: Interview with Simpsons animator Phil Ortiz. Phil brings 30 years experience as a professional animator as well as background design supervisor for the Simpsons. (Original Airdate: 6-17-18). Interview with D&D content creator Arcane…

This week we feature guest Diana Dukas with Meta. Meta is working to address identifing AI created content on their platforms including Facebook and Instagram. Dukas is speaking on what steps are being taken by Meta to address this issue. Also we answer your questions on Cyberhawk! Keep them coming in! William Sikkens, Bill Snodgrass, Gretchen Wink…

Join us this week as we talk some of the mechanics of creating adventures, including role playing games. William Sikkens, Bill Snodgrass, Gretchen WinklerDi User Friendly Media Group

The team talks about Disney +'s new show "The Acolyte". Our second segment features guests Jimmy Spikes and R.J. Post. Spikes operates a unique e-commerce business. Post is the author of the series "The Greenwood Mysteries". William Sikkens, Bill Snodgrass, Gretchen WinklerDi User Friendly Media Group

This week the team talks hacking in the news. The bad guys are finding new ways to fool all of us. After that we discuss new drone technology that will work in the air, on land and in water with the same unit. Our guest this week is Andrew Wayne Pearson, managing director of an AI company in Macau, and who is also a debut novelist. William Sikkens,…

This week we talk apps and devices. Our guest this week is actress Donna Burke. She talks about some of her roles and also a new tech product she is creating - for use in the public lavatory. William Sikkens, Bill Snodgrass, Gretchen WinklerDi User Friendly Media Group

Join us this week as we talk about hacking and do a deep dive on Phone Phreaking! Our guest this week is show reporter Kay Thomson who discusses her plans to help authors get published. The team at User Friendly wishes all a meaningful Memoral Day. William Sikkens, Bill Snodgrass, Gretchen WinklerDi User Friendly Media Group

Jetpacks (actually Jetsuits) have flown out of the realm of sci-fi and into reality. This week pilots Issa and Rowan join us to talk about this exciting new technology. Issa, the winner of the first ever Jetsuit race, talks about his experience flying the suit. Rowan, who works with the search and rescue aspect of Jetsuit technology, talks about ho…

Guest Matthew Carauddo joins us this week to discuss the latest installment in his book series, Diamond Dragons. William Sikkens, Bill Snodgrass, Gretchen WinklerDi User Friendly Media Group

Today is May 4th - or as we know it - Star Wars day! Join us this week as we talk Star Wars! William Sikkens, Bill Snodgrass, Gretchen WinklerDi User Friendly Media Group

We talk books, robots and space this week. Our guest is author "Nightshade Unicorn" author T.S. Pedramon.Di User Friendly Media Group

Join us this week as we look at the Sherwood High School career fair! This is a unique offering in which students are able to talk to many area companies about the potential future and path to sucess for a life long enterprise. We Are Technology and User Friendly were proud to discuss STEM education. A guest from the student body joins us to tell u…

Join us this week as we welcome guest Michael Becker who discusses his new book. The Internet has changed the way most businesses market their product. William Sikkens, Bill Snodgrass, Gretchen WinklerDi User Friendly Media Group

Join us this week as we discuss streaming media and the (possible) end of legacy cable TV services. William Sikkens, Bill Snodgrass, Gretchen WinklerDi User Friendly Media Group

Guest Jordan Yaklin of Phoenix Performance Coaching joins us to talk fitness with gamers. Let's face it - table top gaming and most video games are sedentary. There are some easy ways to keep your health and still get the dragon. William Sikkens, Bill Snodgrass, Gretchen WinklerDi User Friendly Media Group

Join us with guest Kay Tomson as we talk more about what it takes to get a book published. Kay presents some resources and we answer your questions. Also on this weeks show we talk about the new WiFi 7 update. Is it worth the cost? William Sikkens, Bill Snodgrass, Gretchen WinklerDi User Friendly Media Group

This week we have 2 great guests! In our first segment author Kay Tomson joins us to discuss her new book. Our second segment features guest Bob Lement of Static Radio. William Sikkens, Bill Snodgrass, Gretchen WinklerDi User Friendly Media Group

Guest: Kevin Surace Join us this week as our guests talks about AI and gives a deep dive into where things are headed. William Sikkens, Bill Snodgrass, Gretchen WinklerDi User Friendly Media Group

In our first segment guest Mia Kotek joins us to talk about technology and non-profits. Our second segment focuses on artists, writers, and other creatives and how AI may affect them. William Sikkens, Bill Snodgrass, Gretchen WinklerDi User Friendly Media Group

Please join us this week for an extended Q&A - we answer your questions on technology and pop culture. You can submit questions at userfriendly.show anytime! William Sikkens, Bill Snodgrass, Gretchen WinklerDi User Friendly Media Group

Join us this week as we deep dive into the process of buying a computer. With a large price range and a lot of options how do you know what you need? You can save money if you do a little research. Willam Sikkens, Bill Snodgrass, Gretchen WinklerDi User Friendly Media Group

The team talks about a Gershwin performance in our opening segment. Second, we discuss table top role playing and some new games you can try out. Then we discuss Virtual Reality and Apples Vision Pro. We liked it, but is it worth the $3499 price tag?Di User Friendly Media Group

We talk 2024 and what to expect from Robots and AI. There are a lot of unique things coming and some that are now here. William Sikkens, Bill Snodgrass, Gretchen WinklerDi User Friendly Media Group

This week we talk Bitcoin with an expert from Bitcoin University. Also, with the extreme weather many of us have been dealing with electrical blackouts. This week we talk about some of the things you can do to be prepared and minimize the impact of a power outage. William Sikkens, Bill Snodgrass, Gretchen Winkler…

This week we feature Prairie Fire, a very unique range experience you will want to see! Also the 2024 CES (Consumer Electronics Show) has made it's appearance in Las Vegas. We bring you a synopsis and an interview from the floor of the event. William Sikkens, Bill Snodgrass, Gretchen WinklerDi User Friendly Media Group

This week the team talks season 2 of Marvel's "What If?" and the new book series "Cyberhawk". This week’s tech focuses on Streaming Media fatigue and generative AI's use in photos. We focus on the latest issue with this at Wizards of the Coast, prompting a well-liked artist to resign. William Sikkens, Bill Snodgrass, Gretchen Winkler…

As we start 2024 Mickey Mouse enters the public domain. The team talks about this and when we might see some of our other iconic pop culture characters take the same trip. This week also features an extended Q&A answering your questions. Happy New Year from all of us at User Friendly 2.0! William Sikkens, Bill Snodgrass, Gretchen Winkler…

Have a Wonderful Holiday Season and New Year! User Friendly 2.0 will return Jan. 6, 2024 William Sikkens, Bill Snodgrass, Gretchen WinklerDi User Friendly Media Group

Welcome to our last show of 2023! Our first segment covers this week's tech news and AI virtual staging for home listings. Segment two features an incredible interview with Pete Sepp, President of the National Taxpayers Union. We look at technology and antitrust litigation. From everyone at User Friendly have a wonderful holiday and New Year! We wi…

Join us this week as we talk tech / pop culture news and discuss gifts for that Jedi in your life. Our second segment features guest Alexander de Ridder, Co-Founder & CTO of Smyth to talk AI. (smythos.com) William Sikkens, Bill Snodgrass, Gretchen WinklerDi User Friendly Media Group

Join us this week as we talk AI hardware. Our second segment features Bill Snodgrass with a new single player RPG. Following that we talk holiday scams. William Sikkens, Bill Snodgrass, Gretchen WinklerDi User Friendly Media Group

Happy Thanksgiving from the User Friendly team! Our team (in alphabetical order): Karen Gill, Social Media, Creator Steve Mehler, Reporter William Sikkens, Anchor, Host Bill Snodgrass, Editor, Producer, Host Chaz Wellington, Reporter Bradley Weston, Reporter Jeremy Winkler (1973-2023), Graphic Design, Host Gretchen Winkler, Social Media, Writer, Ho…

Our first segment this week looks at Real Estate Technology, that is the tech involved in selling or buying real estate. We also discuss the decision that may eliminate commissions to buyer agents. Guest Frank Mong, COO of Helium Mobile, joins us in segment 2. Helium Mobile is an innovative new company that provides mobile phone service - but it a …

This week we are joined by the Travelers Institute to answer your questions on Cyber insurance for business. Our second segment looks at clean Hydrogen fuel and how a local company is making this happen. William Sikkens, Bill Snodgrass, Gretchen WinklerDi User Friendly Media Group

In our first segment guest Robert Beknazarian joins us to talk about his company's process to get their app developed for an exciting new product The second segment takes us to several mid-west comic cons with report Bradley Weston. William Sikkens, Bill Snodgrass, Gretchen WinklerDi User Friendly Media Group