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Tech Brewed

Greg Doig

200 episodes

2 weeks ago

Send us a text On this episode of Tech Brewed, host Greg Doig dives into the chaos that unfolded when Amazon Web Services—one of the Internet’s backbone providers—suffered a major outage. From your bank app to your favorite gaming platform, over 2,000 companies were knocked offline, revealing just how dependent our daily digital lives have become on a handful of tech giants. Greg breaks down what caused the disruption, why a simple DNS issue can ripple across the globe, and what it means for ...

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Send us a text On this episode of Tech Brewed, host Greg Doig dives into the chaos that unfolded when Amazon Web Services—one of the Internet’s backbone providers—suffered a major outage. From your bank app to your favorite gaming platform, over 2,000 companies were knocked offline, revealing just how dependent our daily digital lives have become on a handful of tech giants. Greg breaks down what caused the disruption, why a simple DNS issue can ripple across the globe, and what it means for ...

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Episodes (20/200)

Tech Brewed

The Day the Cloud Broke: Unpacking the Massive AWS Outage

Send us a text On this episode of Tech Brewed, host Greg Doig dives into the chaos that unfolded when Amazon Web Services—one of the Internet’s backbone providers—suffered a major outage. From your bank app to your favorite gaming platform, over 2,000 companies were knocked offline, revealing just how dependent our daily digital lives have become on a handful of tech giants. Greg breaks down what caused the disruption, why a simple DNS issue can ripple across the globe, and what it means for ...

1 week ago

7 minutes

Tech Brewed

Raising Digital Citizens: Practical Tips for Protecting Kids Online

Send us a text Welcome to Tech Brewed, where we make sense of the digital world—one topic at a time. In today’s episode, "Protecting Kids Online," host Greg Doig lays out the challenges our tech-savvy kids face as they navigate the complexities of the internet. Sure, they can swipe through apps faster than most adults, but are they truly equipped to avoid scams, protect their privacy, and handle online interactions safely? Greg introduces Google’s “Be Internet Awesome” program—a proven curric...

2 weeks ago

6 minutes

Tech Brewed

Windows 10 Security Deadline, OpenAI’s Chip Gamble, and Apple’s M5: What You Need to Do

Send us a text Welcome back to Tech Brewed, where host Greg Doig dives into the pressing tech stories that matter—and gives you practical advice you can actually use. In this episode, it’s crunch time for the millions still using Windows 10, with a major security deadline looming as Microsoft prepares to end support. Greg lays out your options, whether it’s upgrading, switching systems, or playing it safe. Plus, we get the inside scoop on OpenAI’s huge $10 billion chip investment and how Appl...

2 weeks ago

4 minutes

Tech Brewed

Google Meet’s AI Makeup: Instantly Look Your Best On Every Video Call

Send us a text Welcome back to Tech Brewed, where we serve up the latest in tech tips and trends! In this episode, host Greg Doig dives into Google's latest innovation for the virtual world: AI-powered makeup for Google Meet. Ever jumped on a video call wishing you looked more put-together? Now, with Google Meet’s new beauty filter, you can choose from a variety of natural-looking styles that adjust to your every move—no more cartoonish effects or “I just woke up” disclaimers. Greg explains h...

2 weeks ago

1 minute

Tech Brewed

MacOS 26 Tahoe Unveiled: Major Visual Revamp and Game-Changing Features for Your Mac

Send us a text Welcome to Tech Brewed! In this episode, host Greg Doig dives into the sensational new features of macOS 26, codenamed "Tahoe." Apple’s latest update brings the boldest visual redesign in years—think stunning Liquid Glass looks, with translucent docks and customizable folders that make your desktop truly modern. But it’s not just about eye candy. We’re talking about a full-fledged phone app for your Mac, smarter Spotlight search with clipboard history, and handy widgets that sa...

1 month ago

2 minutes

Tech Brewed

Why Apple Software Updates Matter: Security, Features, and Keeping Your Devices Running Smoothly

Send us a text Welcome to Tech Brewed! In this episode, host Greg Doig dives into the often-overlooked world of Apple software updates—revealing why those pop-up notifications are more than just a minor inconvenience. Greg is here to break down how these updates act as essential tune-ups for your iPhone, iPad, or Mac, boosting security, unlocking exciting new features, and empowering the latest innovative apps. Whether it’s understanding the difference between major and minor updates, knowing...

1 month ago

4 minutes

Tech Brewed

Keeping Your Conversations Private with Proton’s Lumo AI Assistant

Send us a text Greg Doig is the knowledgeable voice behind Tech Brewed, where he delivers insightful tech tips with a focus on privacy and security. Always keen to explore new developments in technology, Greg recently shared his take on Proton’s Lumo AI—a privacy-first assistant from the makers of encrypted email. He emphasizes the hidden risks behind mainstream AI tools like ChatGPT, raising awareness about how every question, upload, and sensitive conversation might be stored or used to tra...

1 month ago

2 minutes

Tech Brewed

Transform Raw Notes to Mind Maps in Minutes with Napkin AI

Send us a text Welcome back to Tech Brewed! In this episode, host Greg Doig introduces us to the latest upgrade from Napkin AI—a tool designed to turn your raw text into professional, visually compelling mind maps in seconds. Greg shares how Napkin AI's new features help eliminate the tedious process of manually creating visuals from meeting notes, project plans, and research documents. With intelligent layout adjustments and smart customization options, Napkin AI lets you focus on your ideas...

1 month ago

2 minutes

Tech Brewed

Stop Sluggish Startups: Simple Steps to Boost Your PC’s Boot Speed

Send us a text Welcome back to another episode of Tech Brewed! Host Greg Doig is serving up a quick and practical tip to speed up your sluggish Windows PC—no expensive hardware upgrades required. If your computer is crawling along at startup, it might be because it’s bogged down by a parade of unnecessary apps trying to launch all at once. Greg walks you through a simple method to reclaim your boot time using the Task Manager, showing you how to disable the digital freeloaders that are weighi...

1 month ago

1 minute

Tech Brewed

The Windows 10 Farewell Tour: AI PCs, Tariffs, and Subscription Support

Send us a text On this episode of Tech Brewed, host Greg Doig dives into the drama surrounding Windows 10's upcoming end-of-life deadline. With Microsoft set to end support in October 2025, nearly half of all PC users are still hanging on to Windows 10, prompting businesses to pay extra for extended security updates rather than upgrading. Greg breaks down the sluggish PC upgrade cycle, the rising popularity of AI-powered computers, and how major players like Dell and HP are navigating this te...

1 month ago

4 minutes

Tech Brewed

Question Everything: Identifying Hidden Agendas in Supposedly Neutral Technology

Send us a text Welcome back to Tech Brewed! In this episode, host Greg Doig takes us on a thought-provoking journey into the world of artificial intelligence and the hidden biases that can shape not only our technology but also our conversations and culture. Greg shares an eye-opening experience with Claude AI, revealing how even supposedly objective systems can unconsciously default to certain viewpoints—like using "BCE/CE" instead of the traditional "BC/AD" when referencing historical dates...

2 months ago

4 minutes

Tech Brewed

Five Powerful AI Prompting Hacks That Transformed My Workflow

Send us a text Welcome back to Tech Brewed, where we cut through the noise to bring you the most practical tech tips, news, and guides you need. In today’s episode, host Greg Doig dives into the world of AI productivity by sharing five game-changing AI prompting hacks that have completely transformed his workflow. Inspired by a talk from Stanford’s Jeremy Utley, Greg explores how treating AI more like a helpful intern, rather than an all-knowing guru, can unlock a whole new level of collabora...

2 months ago

5 minutes

Tech Brewed

Apple’s Urgent Zero Day Patch for iPhone, iPad, and Mac Explained

Send us a text Welcome to Tech Brewed! In this urgent update, your host Greg Doig brings you the latest security alert from Apple. A newly discovered zero-day vulnerability—CVE2025-43300—has put iPhones, iPads, and Macs at risk, prompting Apple to release emergency patches. Greg explains what this flaw means, which devices are affected, and why it’s crucial to update your Apple devices immediately to stay protected. He walks you through how to install these updates and emphasizes the importan...

2 months ago

2 minutes

Tech Brewed

Mobile Carrier Privacy Tips: Reduce Data Sharing and Stay Safe

Send us a text Welcome back to Tech Brewed! In today's episode, host Greg Doig dives into the hidden world of mobile carrier privacy. Your phone provider isn’t just connecting your calls—they’re collecting mountains of personal information, from your name and address to your location history and even your browsing habits. Greg breaks down exactly what your carrier knows about you, why that matters, and explains how these details are often shared with advertisers and third parties. But don’t w...

2 months ago

2 minutes

Tech Brewed

Don’t Fall for Facebook Phishing: Protect Your Login

Send us a text Welcome back to Tech Brewed! In this episode, we’re diving into a tricky new phishing scam targeting Facebook users. Our own Greg Doig breaks down how scammers are using innocent-looking “mailto” links to lure people into handing over personal information. We’ll teach you how to spot these sneaky tactics, why replying to suspicious emails can put you in a scammer’s crosshairs, and which tools can help keep your accounts safe. Whether you’re a casual Facebook user or a tech pro,...

2 months ago

2 minutes

Tech Brewed

Five Essential Websites to Supercharge Your Tech Skills and Productivity

Send us a text Welcome to another episode of Tech Brewed, where your host Greg Doig cuts through the digital noise to deliver tech tips and tools that make a real difference in your life. In today’s show, we’re unveiling five powerful websites that can instantly boost your productivity, creativity, and problem-solving skills—whether you want to look like a math genius, access timeless web content, score a free Ivy League education, level up your designs, or finally tame your digital clutter. ...

3 months ago

10 minutes

Tech Brewed

Unlocking AI’s Dark Side: Data Risks and Creative Industry Battles

Send us a text Welcome back to Tech Brewed! In this episode, host Greg Doig dives into the latest high-stakes drama shaking up the tech world. First up, we're breaking down IBM's eye-opening 2025 data breach report, which reveals that AI is quickly becoming a hacker's favorite target—and most companies are dangerously unprepared. With alarming stats showing weak AI security, shadow AI tools running wild, and costly cleanup bills, Greg unpacks why a lack of governance could put all our data at...

3 months ago

4 minutes

Tech Brewed

Seagate’s Game-Changing NVMe Hard Drives for Scalable AI Workloads

Send us a text Welcome to Tech Brewed! In this episode, host Greg Doig takes you deep into the cutting edge of AI infrastructure, focusing on Seagate’s bold move to bring NVMe technology to traditional hard drives. As AI workloads balloon to petabyte—and even exabyte—scales, companies are facing a storage crisis: SSDs are fast but prohibitively expensive, while traditional hard drives and cloud storage come with their own frustrating trade-offs. Greg breaks down how Seagate’s NVMe hard drives...

3 months ago

9 minutes

Tech Brewed

Microsoft and OpenAI: The High-Stakes Poker Game Shaping AI’s Future

Send us a text Welcome to "Tech Brewed," where your daily dose of piping hot tech news is served fresh and fast. In this debut episode of "Take Two," host Greg Doig dives into two of the most buzzworthy stories shaping the future of technology. First up, it's a high-stakes showdown between Microsoft and OpenAI as the two powerhouses renegotiate their partnership in the race towards artificial general intelligence—the so-called holy grail where AI can match human abilities. Then, Greg shifts g...

3 months ago

2 minutes

Tech Brewed

How Operating Systems Drive Innovation and Shape Our Digital Lives

Send us a text Greg Doig remembers a time when computers were the domain of experts, and operating systems were little more than bare-bones tools for managing hardware. In those early days, users had to memorize intimidating command-line instructions just to complete basic tasks—a far cry from the intuitive experiences of today. As technology advanced, Greg watched with fascination as these complex interfaces gave way to revolutionary graphical user interfaces, opening up computers to everyon...

3 months ago

5 minutes