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Should You Trust OpenClaw on Your Network? with Christian Johnson – 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 Johnson joins me to talk about OpenClaw, the rapid rise of open-source AI agents, and why this new generation of tools feels very different from traditional chat-based… Click for more / Podcast Player>
Emporia Level 2 EV Charger for home EV charging

Emporia Level 2 EV Charger in 2026: 40A vs. 48A, Load Management and What to Know Before Installing

The Emporia Level 2 EV Charger is one of those products where the headline number can be misleading if you don’t understand the electrical installation behind it. Emporia advertises charging at up to 48 amps, but not every installation gets 48A. A hardwired Emporia charger can support up to 48A on an appropriate 60A circuit. A plug-in installation using a NEMA 14-50 outlet tops out at 40A on a 50A circuit. That difference matters more than most EV charger marketing lets on. This is not a hands-on review — I have not installed or personally used an Emporia EV Charger.

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Enhancing Security: How Trezor Protects Your Digital Assets from Hacks and Theft

Enhancing Security: How Trezor Protects Your Digital Assets from Hacks and Theft

There has never been a greater need for effective security measures to safeguard these assets than there is now in the digital age, where the value of cryptocurrencies and other digital assets has skyrocketed. People need dependable solutions to protect their digital goods given the significant danger that theft and hackers pose. Trezor satisfies this demand by providing investors and cryptocurrency enthusiasts with improved security and comfort of mind. Key Takeaways In the era of escalating online dangers, protecting your digital assets is crucial. Your bitcoins and other digital assets are more secure with Trezor, a reputable hardware wallet. Trezor

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Gavin Campbell from HomeTech.fm and Home Assistant Pros and Cons – HGG562

Gavin Campbell from HomeTech.fm joins this week and it's mostly Home Assistant conversation. We open with a new bar gadget from Dave McCabe that I picked up at Dave's new site, https://www.warpedboards.com/ Then, Gavin talks about why he moved away from Hubitat and is now using Home Assistant full-time. However, there still might be some… Click for more / Podcast Player>
A History of Excellence: The Jim Beam Distillery and its Legacy of Bourbon Production

A History of Excellence: The Jim Beam Distillery and its Legacy of Bourbon Production

The Jim Beam distillery, also known as the James B. Beam Distilling Company, has a rich history dating back to 1795. The distillery was founded by Jacob Beam, a farmer and distiller who began selling his own bourbon whiskey in the late 1700s. The distillery was passed down through several generations of the Beam family, with each generation building upon the legacy of their ancestors. In the early 1800s, the distillery was run by David Beam, Jacob’s son, who expanded the business and increased production. Under his leadership, the distillery became one of the most successful in the region, producing

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Akarsh Vinod from Dio Technologies with a new Multi-room Audio Option for your Home – HGG540

Akarsh Vinod, Founder and CEO of Dio Technologies is our guest this week. Akarsh has developed a simple, affordable, Wi-Fi-connected speaker that can be used as a single speaker or 2 or more for whole home (or apartment) audio. Today, these speakers are iOS only, but Android development is in the works. Dio Speakers are… Click for more / Podcast Player>