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Join hosts Phil Hawthorne and Rohan Karamandi as they explore the newest Home Assistant releases and the latest Home Automation news. Featuring guests who use or contribute to Home Assistant, the podcast aims to inspire new ways to make your home smarter.
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Starring Leslie Grace and Soni Bringas, this 10-episode supernatural thriller follows Nancy (BRINGAS), a nebbish computer scientist, who becomes obsessed with her mysterious new neighbor. It doesn’t take long for her to uncover a dark secret: the mystery woman, El (GRACE), is actually a centuries-old vampire. As Nancy becomes her familiar (basically her assistant), bringing the vampire into the social media-driven world of millennial New York City, they are both pulled down a rabbit hole of ...
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Central Coast Voices addresses the many ramifications of change and how today's choices will affect tomorrow's community. This program is an extension and production of "Action for Healthy Communities" an organization committed to identifying and carrying out projects that will improve the quality of life in San Luis Obispo County.
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This podcast is for the digitally curious, smart go-getters, virtual assistants, and freelancers who want to work the freedom and flexibility of working from home as a higher-paid marketing assistant. On the show host, Emily Reagan, shares marketing tips and strategies, mindset, encouragement, best practices and stories of how your fellow freelancers achieved their dreams. It'll help you on your journey to building a sustainable, profitable independent contractor business on our terms.
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Voices of Dyslexia

Dyslexia Resource Center

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Voices of Dyslexia is a podcast hosted by Dr Laura Cassidy and the team at the Dyslexia Resource Center. We are a helping hand for parents, educators, and other community champions surrounding dyslexia. Together, we can break the cycle of stigma and take the mystery out of dyslexia.
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Double Tap

Accessible Media Inc.

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Double Tap is the show where blind people talk tech! If you’re blind or partially sighted and have an interest in technology, this is the show for you. Everyone is welcome no matter how old you are or how much or how little experience you have with technology. Each week the team will help you better understand how technology can help your everyday life, even if you have little or no sight. Join the conversation and add your voice to the show either by calling in, sending an email or leaving ...
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DVB English News

Democratic Voice of Burma

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English language news service from Myanmar's largest independent media network: The Democratic Voice of Burma. The Weekly Briefing provides the latest on #WhatshappeninginMyanmar. Newsroom shines a spotlight on under-reported stories. Vox Pop gives a voice to Generation Z. Reads is a short-form digital storytelling project. DVB English News is available wherever you get podcasts: https://link.chtbl.com/dvbenglish
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Tubta Nabaada "Path to Peace"

United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia

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Tubta Nabadda "Path to Peace" is a radio magazine show that airs three times a week and focuses on different issues that face Somalia and its people. The weekly radio magazine was produced with the intention of touching the lives of the Somalis by covering different topics that have both negative and positive impacts on them. Tubta Nabadda has empowered Somalis and given them a voice to state their concerns. --- Official SoundCloud account for the United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia ...
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Making artificial intelligence practical, productive & accessible to everyone. Practical AI is a show in which technology professionals, business people, students, enthusiasts, and expert guests engage in lively discussions about Artificial Intelligence and related topics (Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Neural Networks, GANs, MLOps, AIOps, LLMs & more). The focus is on productive implementations and real-world scenarios that are accessible to everyone. If you want to keep up with the lates ...
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A podcast from the National Association of State Chief Information Officers (NASCIO). Amy Glasscock and Alex Whitaker interview guests (state CIOs, NASCIO members, strategic partners and colleagues) to get their unique stories and perspectives on state information technology, leadership and lessons learned.
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UCLA Housing Voice

UCLA Lewis Center for Regional Policy Studies

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Why does the housing market seem so broken? And what can we do about it? UCLA Housing Voice tackles these questions in conversation with leading housing researchers, with each episode centered on a study and its implications for creating more affordable and accessible communities.
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"We all have two lives. The second begins the moment we realize we have only one." Stories of people who have faced darkness and how those moments transformed them. 2 Lives is hosted and written by Laurel Morales. Valerie Shively is the assistant producer. Pod art and website designed by Christian Arnder, music from Blue Dot Sessions.
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Girl Tales

Starglow Media / Cordelia Studios

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Girl Tales is a podcast featuring reimagined fairytales. Damsels in distress? Princesses in need of protection? You won’t find those here. The girls in our stories take control of their own destinies, turning your favorite fairytales into exciting new adventures. With energetic voice actors and professional sound design, these stories burst to life at the touch of a button. Episodes air every Monday. Recommended for ages 5-10.
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A podcast dedicated to people in and around the business of voice and voice AI. Vociety is brought to you by Voicea; the leading voice collaboration platform that features EVA, the enterprise voice assistant.
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kalArt Shabd by RosePod is a fresh spoken word podcast which keeps contemporary artists front and center. Every episode features one artist who narrates their best work, taking us on a journey through their living notebook, their truest stories and poetry. kalArt Shabd gives a voice to that unreleased piece, that raw passage and that experimental verse which hasn’t been heard out yet! Podcast credit list: 1. Title of Podcast: KalArt Shabd 2. Produced by: Rosepod India 3. Creative head: Tamir ...
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The Golden Rule

Kaimel Jamaal Rule

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You will now be engaging with a beautifully honest, commonly unique, analytical, athletic, understanding, peacefully competitive, seriously humorous, and humorously serious everyday man with relatable experience who speaks for himself. I have a soothing voice made for leading Yoga meditations, calming your riotous ass down, and Sunday night 90's R&B romance radio. I'd love to, and can attempt to speak for you if you'd like me to, but the statements spoken in this podcast are not "definitive ...
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Open your mind to the world with New Zealand’s number one breakfast radio show. Without question, as New Zealand’s number one talk host, Mike Hosking sets the day’s agenda. The sharpest voice and mind in the business, Mike drives strong opinion, delivers the best talent, and always leaves you wanting more. The Mike Hosking Breakfast always cuts through and delivers the best daily on Newstalk ZB.
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Elder Gwen Cohen is a highly sought after preacher, prophet, teacher, and speaker who specializes in helping others identify and embrace their God given purpose. Receive taylored guidance, focused insight, and unwavering support as Elder Gwen assist you with navigating challenges while unlocking your fullest potential. There's power in your pupose!
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This podcast is focused on technology that supports people who are blind and visually impaired. Our panel of IT Trainers & guest panelists discuss all the latest in mainstream and inclusive technology innovations in a fun and informative manner. V I Labs is the technology function within Vision Ireland. Vision Ireland is the national sight loss agency in Ireland. V I Labs provide technology assessments and training for all our service users. We are a not for profit charity, which offers supp ...
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Voice2

James Poulter

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Voice devices and services are changing the way we live, work and play. Hear from industry leading experts, brands and technologists bringing to market the next generation of voice-first experiences for platforms like Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Siri and beyond. Hosted
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The Entrepreneurs in Recovery® podcast is for entrepreneurs and anyone interested in finding healing from addictions, trauma, and attachments that hold them back from sharing their authentic voice and message with the world. Entrepreneurs in Recovery® podcast showcases a wide variety of guests specializing in holistic health, mental health, wealth, addiction, trauma, spirituality, habit change, entrepreneurship, psychedelics, integration, and more. Jesse interviews individuals who overcame t ...
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Listen to conversations with voice technology experts, and boost your knowledge and technical skills. Learn from #voicefirst professionals about voice interfaces, voice assistants, chatbots, alexa, machine learning, data science and AI. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and Spotify, as well as Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Samsung Bixby and more.
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Welcome to the 5 Points Church Planting Podcast where three church planters hope to make at least one good point. In each 30-minute episode (give or take), our goal is to discuss the ins and outs of church planting from a Reformed (as well as Presbyterian - we are PCA ministers after all) perspective. We also want to hear from some insightful voices concerning church multiplication. Our desire for this podcast is to be helpful, encouraging, stimulating and above all else glorifying to God. M ...
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When you set out to get things like life insurance, critical illness cover or income protection, many people do not think that they are going to hit any snags along the way. But! Insurance is a world of risk and there are times that a persons circumstances will make insurers sit back and have an extra think about offering the insurance. Why?! This podcast is designed to answer that why. Kathryn Knowles is joined by guests to bring a clear and open chat about how insurance works. Kathryn brin ...
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Each week the team at RAIN curates and shares the most important news on voice culled from leading publications in the technology and innovation space. From new platform features to tech company developments and acquisitions, we take a broad view to help you stay informed. If you’re looking for cutting edge insight on conversational AI, this is the podcast briefing for you.
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Welcome to "The Autism Dad" podcast, hosted by Rob Gorski — a single father to three remarkable autistic children and the voice behind a widely-read blog that has been a lifeline for parents since 2010. With over a decade of firsthand experience, Rob's insights have not only impacted families worldwide but have also been featured on platforms like The Tamron Hall Show, ABC News, BBC Worldwide, CNN, and Entrepreneur Magazine. Join us every Tuesday and Thursday for fresh episodes that delve in ...
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I am 4 Me with Coach K

Becoming Iconic Agency | Karen Martell, Psy D

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Here is what you have to look forward to in this podcast- many inspirational stories and educational nuggets that will assist you to transform in many areas of your life. I have been inspired by women who, once they stepped into their feminine power, create a sisterhood with others on a journey of self-discovery and evolution, while leading others to do the same. With the rise in domestic violence, there has never been a better time to support women to step into feminine power and fulfill tr ...
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The Crodie Files is a podcast hosted by two career Executive Assistants currently in the role, supporting C-Suite Corporate Executives. With over 40 years of combined industry experience, we came together to share the knowledge! We unite Administrative Professionals, Assistants, and all Business Support Professionals globally with our honest, realistic approach to common questions and problem-solving. Our show provides a space for listeners to learn about the challenges and triumphs of the A ...
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Cuzzin' Dre of the Bay Area's 106 KMEL is here to talk all the about the dumb sh*t celebrities do! Town native, Andre, from a child has had a love for all things music. Thriving musically in drums & percussion throughout his childhood, he continued his musicianship at Oakland School of the Arts where he discovered a new love – The Industry. Developing bands, promoting shows and learning the production behind recording artist was new found interest that turned into his new career goal. During ...
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Equity Foundation Podcast

Equity Foundation Podcast

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The Equity Foundation – the professional development arm of Actors Equity – was established in 2002 to oversee Equity’s publications, awards and extensive professional program. The mission of the Equity Foundation is to enhance the lives of Australian and New Zealand actors by investing in programs which help them in their professional endeavours and the communities in which they live. Our professional program, which connects with performers in Australia and New Zealand through an extensive ...
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Voice First Health

Teri Fisher, MD

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Voice-first technology is becoming the operating system of healthcare, and it is poised to completely disrupt the way we experience everything in health and medicine. We are entering the era of ambient computing – smart speakers around us that are ready to carry out our commands through the most natural interfaces known to us – our voices. In this podcast, we discuss the latest news, projects, research, and breakthroughs about the rapidly expanding intersection of Healthcare and VoiceFirst t ...
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Hello, podcaster! Are you seeking to make a meaningful impact on the world but finding it difficult to gain traction? Look no further! This podcast is here to assist you in overcoming podfade and creating an unstoppable wave of change. Your Podcast is Someone's Life Raft! From effective strategies to cultivating a success-oriented mindset, we delve into various topics such as setting yourself apart, leaving a lasting legacy, and maximizing your earning potential for greater influence. Experi ...
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Yes! I Have a Voice

Ruth Lewis-Coste

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Caregivers are entitled to be seen and heard. We are ready to speak out and come out of the shadows. This podcast series is to support one another and share the tools that will support us in our own wellbeing, mentally and physically, to make not only the lives of the people we are looking after better, but also our lives too. The time is now to be proud and loud about being a caregiver, while staying healthy yourself!
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It's the third in a series of technical deep dives for building IVAs, and for this episode, it's all about LLMs. Kylie chats with Shawn Wen, co-founder and CTO at PolyAI, who explains why LLMs can accomplish 70% of what’s needed for voice assistants, and more importantly: what's involved in the remaining 30%. The discussion touches on strategies to…
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In the latest episode of our podcast, we delved into a crucial topic for supporting dyslexic students: assistive technology. These tools are game-changers, empowering students with dyslexia to overcome challenges, enhance their learning experience, and achieve academic success! Think you or your child might be dyslexic? Get tested here ➡️ https://w…
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School students are back in Tauranga for the annual AIMS Games. More than 390 schools are set to take part, with nearly 13,000 athletes and 24,000 visitors expected. AIMS Games Tournament Director Kelly Schischka told Mike Hosking it's a good boost for local businesses. "Last year, estimated figures were just under 75,000 bed nights for the city ov…
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Tough times have got even tougher for the All Blacks after Sunday’s 18-12 loss to the Springboks. It's officially back-to-back losses to the Boks in the Rugby Championship, and also four South African defeats on the trot. But the All Blacks can be hopeful of better times ahead – with the Wallabies up next, fresh off a 67-27 thrashing by Argentina. …
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A tax expert believes we need to have an honest discussion around key tax settings. Labour leader Chris Hipkins has opened up a debate around tax – suggesting all options are back on the party's table looking to the 2026 campaign – as the population grows older. Dentons Kensington Swan partner and tax expert Bruce Bernacchi told Mike Hosking this h…
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Long Covid looks to be impacting more than just our health - but our wallets too. New research suggests the illness is costing the country $2 billion a year in lost productivity - not including health costs. The figure comes from analysis across the ditch suggesting it's likely costing Australia 0.5 percent of its GDP. Auckland University health ec…
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Police say a recent spate of homicides appear to be down to the usual issues of organised crime, gangs and family harm. Since the start of August, Police have launched 11 homicide investigations. One has since been deemed not a homicide and has been referred to the coroner. Police Assistant Commissioner for Auckland and Northland Sam Hoyle told Mik…
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A bleak outlook for the meat export industry with jobs and plants likely to go from next year. Affco is predicting the loss of hundreds of meat processing jobs due to the country's shrinking livestock numbers. The industry's forecasting 1 million fewer lambs to be available for processing next season. Federated Farmers meat and wool industry group …
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Today on the show Steven and Shaun dive into the inbox for the first in our weekly series of “App of the Week” featuring your favourite apps and why others might liike them. We also welcome disability and technology advocate Colin Hughes back to discuss the upcoming Apple Event and why he thinks Meta are missing a trick when it comes to their Ray-B…
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DVB English News Weekly Briefing for Sept. 6, 2024. In this week’s briefing: Arakan Army Commander Twan Mrat Naing speaks; Min Aung Hlaing makes surprise visit to Karenni State capital; Myanmar economics specialist says regime digital currency plan won't stop inflation; Plus, a Pe Maung Same Film Fund to be established in his memory. Subscribe to o…
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Join Simtheory: https://simtheory.ai Our Community: https://thisdayinai.com ---- CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Days of AI Models Lives 04:02 - Reflection 70B Open Source Model: Is It The Best Open Source AI Model or Just Great Prompt Engineering? 24:48 - Is Microsoft Office a Dud? What Actually Makes you More Productive in Enterprise AI. 36:15 - OpenAI Floats …
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At the end of each week, Mike Hosking takes you through the big-ticket items and lets you know what he makes of it all. Toast: 2/10 A sad example of how you lose the plot when you are down a rabbit hole. At $30b a year, health's problem is not cooked bread. So stop saying dumb things. The Grand Tour: 8/10 It's out this time next week. I've seen it …
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The process isn't over, but the Hawke’s Bay District Council was the latest yesterday to confirm a decision they had made earlier to introduce a Māori seat to their operation. Under the new law passed by Wellington, if you had done that you need to either drop the seat at next year's local body elections or take it to a vote. They have voted to tak…
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‘I have uncovered a scandal’ teases Newstalk ZB Mike Hosking, as he reveals a tale of sabotage allegedly involving his RNZ rivals. But RNZ says there has been a genuine misunderstanding. -- Minister of Tourism Matt Doocey tapped the numbers into his phone to speak to Newstalk ZB host Mike Hosking. A voice on the other end of the line answered. Dooc…
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Money is the topic of the day in the US Election. Donald Trump and Kamala Harris have both revealed their economic policy. Trump has announced that should he return to office, he’ll appoint Elon Musk to head of a Government Efficiency Commission, tasked with conducting a complete financial and performance audit of the entire federal government. Kam…
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Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson are back to Wrap the Week with Mike Hosking. On today’s agenda: Did RNZ conspire to stop an interview from happening on the Mike Hosking Breakfast? Mike has the details and Kate and Tim offer their thoughts on the plot. Plus, they discussed whether you should let your 18-year-old travel alone to Manchester to catch a co…
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On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Friday 6th of September, we've got new rules for building that the Government hopes will make things cheaper and easier to erect. Scott 'Razor' Robertson talks how they'll bounce back against the mighty Boks this weekend. Did RNZ conspire to stop an interview happening on the Mike Hosking Breakfas…
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Will the All Blacks be able to bounce back in their next match against the Springboks? Last weekend saw the All Blacks defeated 27-31 at Ellis Park, the South Africans taking the home ground win. They’ll be looking to turn things around this weekend, when they face them again at Cape Town Stadium. Coach Scott Robertson told Mike Hosking that it’s g…
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There’s outrage in parts of the capital over the price-tag of a new bike rack. Ratepayers have forked out $550 thousand to install a two-tier bike rack in central Wellington. Independent Wellington City Councillor Diane Calvert told Mike Hosking she's gobsmacked the project became so expensive. Calvert says costs snowballed due to work on the footp…
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There's confidence most councils want to retain their Māori wards. There's a 5pm deadline today to have made a decision over their fate. Most councils have opted to keep them, with only Kaipara District Council deciding to scrap them, while Upper Hutt City Council has reversed its decision to establish them. Local Government New Zealand President a…
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The Building Minister says new importation rules will increase supply and competition. The Government has introduced new legislation to make it easier to import building supplies from abroad. It'll enable recognition of overseas standards, and Building Consent Authorities will need to accept products already certified offshore. Chris Penk told Mike…
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A health expert is calling a Hawke's Bay scheme targeting services for young Māori and Pacific people lazy virtue signalling. Health NZ in Hawke's Bay has amended the two-year scheme, which used to provide free GP and nurse services to all residents aged 14 to 24. From this month, young people must meet one-of-four criteria —including being Māori o…
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Today on the show Steven and Shaun dive into your emails and voicemails with comments around Android, Braille and the future of AppleVis.They begin with their usual banter and Steven explains why he is so tired following a late night trip to the vet with his poorly dog, plus there are some updates about the show and thanks for the kind comments on …
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GenAI is often what people think of when someone mentions AI. However, AI is much more. In this episode, Daniel breaks down a history of developments in data science, machine learning, AI, and GenAI in this episode to give listeners a better mental model. Don’t miss this one if you are wanting to understand the AI ecosystem holistically and how mod…
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Hi everyone, we have Matt Rann back with us and we are talking about thyroid disorders and protection insurance. I had postpartum thyroiditis after having my third child, which was not a fun thing to experience, and I can say quite confidently that you can feel pretty shocking if your thyroid is misbehaving. The key takeaways: 1 in 20 people have a…
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The new lending legislation seems like it will be a net positive for the banks. As part of the CCCFA reforms the Financial Markets Authority is set to become a one-stop regulatory shop, looking after licences to ensure consumers are taken care of. Banking Association CEO Roger Beaumont told Mike Hosking that while there will likely be minimal impac…
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A seal of approval from former All Black Josh Kronfeld for the possible return of full rugby tours. New Zealand's governing body are reportedly close to signing off a three-test, eight-match itinerary away against South Africa in 2026. The Springboks would reciprocate in 2030. Kronfeld told Mike Hosking that these tours offer a fantastic opportunit…
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The latest carbon credit auction found little success, but the Climate Change Minister says there's still some positives. The Government’s auction attracted no bidders, increasing the chances of millions of tonnes of permits going up in smoke come December. The Government has announced measures to address the issue, shrinking the number of permits …
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On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Thursday 5th of September, tourism is slowly going up and the carbon auction is going nowhere. Does the Government have a proper fix for both? Mike has a gripe with ACC - and is this the morning we will hear about the infamous pool and council story? Our most successful Olympian Dame Lisa Carringt…
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New Zealand’s produce providers are hoping for a bit more information regarding the supermarket industry. The Commerce Commission's first annual report into the grocery market, shows competition hasn't meaningfully improved. It flags increasing margins and high profitability. Vegetables NZ’s John Murphy told Mike Hosking that it would be great if g…
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Arguably New Zealand’s greatest ever Olympian, Dame Lisa Carrington is the best in the canoe sprint game. She’s brought home a staggering total of nine medals across four Olympic Games, eight of them gold, and one bronze, dominating the water. Despite her massive success, Carrington doesn’t believe this is the best she’s capable of, telling Newstal…
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The Tourism Minister's upbeat as international travellers continue to spend more here. The latest International Visitor Survey shows overseas visitors added $2.6 billion to the economy in the June quarter, an annual increase of 17%. It comes a day after the Government's announcement that the International Visitor Levy will rise by almost 200% to $1…
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Today on the show Steven and Shaun find out what its like to travel inside a driverless car courtesy of good friend of the show, Gregg Hayes. Plus Steven asks for an intervention into his recent usage of Facebook, and we gather your suggestions for the naming ceremony of the studio plastic plant. There’s also more discussion on the accessibility of…
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Building taller lets us fit more homes on valuable urban land, but more homes doesn’t necessarily mean more affordable. Anthony Orlando joins to share his research on why taller isn’t always better — and the circumstances where it definitely is. Show notes: Eriksen, M. D., & Orlando, A. W. (2022). Returns to scale in residential construction: The m…
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In this episode of the Home Assistant Podcast, hosts Phil Hawthorne and Rohan Karamandi discuss the latest updates in the world of home automation, focusing on new features, integrations, and community projects. They explore the evolution of the Home Assistant platform, discuss the recent appointment of Paulus on the Z-Wave Alliance board, and dive…
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Episode Description: In this insightful episode of The Autism Dad Podcast, host Rob Gorski is joined by Dr. Taylor Day, a licensed psychologist who specializes in neuroaffirming care for autistic children and their families. Dr. Day offers her expertise on a topic that is critical yet often misunderstood—how autism presents differently in girls com…
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Labor Day in the US has come and gone, and the polls are as tight as ever. Seven states have emerged as battlegrounds, with Kamala Harris leading by slim margins in Michigan, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin, with Donald Trump ahead by slim margins in North Carolina, Arizona, Georgia, and Nevada. Harris is pulling ahead in terms of public favour, with 4…
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There are a number of things that stand out to me post-Covid that are disappointing. Obviously the recessionary state this place has been in and the carnage it has caused, and continues to cause, although they are all ultimately tied to the one major event. But tourism stands out as the most clear example of something we had and something we have n…
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A Kiwi AI firm has caught the attention of College Football in the US’s Atlanta. Designers from HyperCinema are turning the Hall of Fame into an immersive museum experience. This technology, developed in New Zealand, could soon be used in museums and entertainment spaces across the globe. CEO Miles Gregory explained to Mike Hosking that the experie…
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A security intelligence analyst says our SIS is becoming increasingly transparent. It's released its second annual Security Threat Environment report. It identifies a person acting alone as our biggest terrorist risk, and expresses concern about the amount of online extremist content that young people are being exposed to. Former Intelligence Consu…
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On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Wednesday 4th of September, will a tourist levy of $100 stop people from travelling here? The airports say yes, former Tourism Minister Stuart Nash says no. It was quite rare for the SIS to go into as much detail as they did over the threats to our country. Our security expert Paul Buchanan breaks…
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Labour’s Ginny Andersen and National’s Mark Mitchell are back with Mike Hosking for Politics Wednesday. Today they discussed Ginny’s numerical mistake when it comes to the number of police on the beat, the tourism levy, and the amount of weight given to official advice on any given day. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informati…
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There's optimism around businesses as they look ahead over the next 12 months. Employment agency Hunter Campbell's survey of Chief Financial Officers reveals that 42% expect challenging conditions over the next year, but still see growth opportunities. Only 16% are feeling fully pessimistic. Hunter Campbell Managing Director Lee Marshall told Mike …
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Tourism groups aren't pleased with the increase to visitor fees. The International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy will rise from $35 to $100 from next month, an increase of nearly 200%. Airports Association Chief Executive Billie Moore says that airports and airlines are pretty united in wanting the levy to remain at $35, especially in light…
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A second Commonwealth Games in Christchurch is unlikely for now. Mayor Phil Mauger requested a report on the viability of bidding for the event on the 50th anniversary of the 1974 edition's opening ceremony. It recommends Christchurch doesn't host a standalone event until a national bid is considered. Christchurch NZ's Head of Destination and Attra…
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