Geek Therapy Radio Podcast

161 | I'm going to be a daddy geek!!! 👶💕

18 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Title says it all :) https://www.geektherapyradio.com/

More on AMD Zen 3 BIOS issue and I why don't feel sorry for Intel

16 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The backlash against AMD over Zen 3 only being available on 500 series motherboards is a mess, but let's talk about the BIOS aspect. Also, Intel shoul...

Did AMD lie to us about Zen 3 support? The B550 mess and some consumer tips.

12 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Lots of anger and confusion over Zen 3 exclusive support on X570/B550. Current customers are angry, but should they be? Contact, Patreon, and more htt...

4 Geeks, 1 Podcast | Roundtable with LGR, The 8-Bit Guy, and This Does Not Compute!

09 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

0 to 100 in just over 2 hours with Clint from "Lazy Game Reviews" (LGR), David "The 8-Bit Guy", and Colin from "This Does Not Compute". The tech that ...

The BEST Microsoft Surface is a USED Microsoft Surface.

07 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

I adore my "ancient" Microsoft Surface Pro 2. One of the best computers I have ever owned and still going strong. However, I could never in my right m...

Elon Musk and the dark side of genius (~17:25)

05 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

~17:25 Elon Musk's eccentric (dangerous) tweets reveal the potential dark side of genius. Patreon and more :) https://www.geektherapyradio.com/...Also...

Quarantine eBay splurging on vintage video games with my guest Nate

29 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

I can't give him any flack, I did the same with [email protected] and more :) https://www.geektherapyradio.com/Music: Pegboard...

Valorant is a first-person-shooter trying to level the playing field, but at what cost?

23 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Valorant is in beta and due out for the masses in Summer 2020. Already however, there are some concerns. No good deed goes unpunished. Patreon, conta...

158 | 1940's cell phones, vintage PDA's, and much more with Colin from "This Does Not Compute" on YouTube!

21 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Yeah so, this is only 39 minutes of our 3 HOUR conversation! You can find the full conversation on my Patreon :) Huge thanks to Dan Mason for providin...

Pros and cons to different renewable energy sources and critical thinking

18 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

None are perfect, none are terrible, but let's think [email protected] and more :) https://www.geektherapyradio.com/

Why isn't VR more popular after Half Life: Alyx? Many reasons...(@~23:50)

15 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

(@~23:50) HL:A is one of the best games of the last 10 years no matter the platform, it just so happens to be VR exclusive. So, why aren't more people...

157 | Can 5G networks spread Coronavirus (Covid-19)? Let's ask actual scientists!

13 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

It seems silly we have to explain this in the year 2020, but here we are. Why not ask actual scientists? My guests today are University of Houston pro...

Just touching base...

09 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

A quick snipit to let you know what's going on behind the scenes and what I've got cookin'[email protected]

156 | I should probably apologize for this one...

07 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

I go from zero to 100 right out of the gate this week, delving into everything from supersonic flight, to God, to writing songs on the toilet...but th...

Turns out data caps and most office spaces are both completely useless

02 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

There is no point to data caps and your company's sales floor is a complete waste of space and money. And of course, much, much more!Email: GeekTherap...

VR Recording Studio and Microcassette Music Mixing

31 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Literally just me prattling on about two ideas that popped into my geek mind!Music: Dave Matthews Band (duh)[email protected]...

155 | Half Life: Alyx, Doom Eternal, Animal Crossing, and Coronavirus with LGR.

28 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is an absolute whopper. Enjoy this full, unedited discussion on Half Life: Alyx, Doom Eternal, Animal Crossing, and coping with the "new ...

154 | Wedding "stomach sadness" and Coronavirus in Malaysia with guest Daniel Esesess.

23 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The best man of my own wedding shares his experience living in Kuala Lumur, Malaysia amid the Coronavirus pandemic...and some other "interesting" stor...

PS5 vs Xbox Series X | Specs, comparisons, and why it doesn't really matter

21 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The Playstation 5 has specs similar to the Xbox Series X, but here's why I don't really think the specs matter versus other qualities.Patreon and more...

Xbox Series X | Game. Changer. (@10:16)

18 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Xbox Series X specs are absolutely insane and will give PC Master Race a run for our money. Article https://arstechnica.com/gaming/2020/03/going-for-s...

153 | A Kiwi in Japan 🇳🇿 🇯🇵

16 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The challenges of teaching English in Japan and the joys of living in a mecca of retro gaming! Dave is from New Zealand but lives in Japan and shares ...

(@17:42) Why catching Coronavirus COVID-19 is the LEAST of our worries...but first some geekiness :)

12 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

I've avoided the "C" word as long as I could, but it's time to talk about how COVID-19 "Coronavirus" will affect us geeks despite the fact that virtua...

152 | Geeking out over reel-to-reel!

09 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week I've been really geeking out over reel-to-reel tape machines...so let's talk [email protected]

GeForce Now hemorrhaging games, the future of tech, and PC component prices about to skyrocket

07 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Packed show today. GeForce Now's first rough patch, the future of gaming and tech, and why PC parts are about to skyrocket in price.GeekTherapy@iHeart...

The FAA is about to screw hobbyists over...big time (@22:46), But first, quantum computing, Pi news, and more

05 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Before we get to how the FAA is going to screw us over, let's touch base on quantum computing, Raspberry Pi 4 updates, and more!Patreon https://www.pa...

151 | Can YouTube infringe on our right to free speech?

02 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

A court recently ruled that YouTube did not infringe upon Prager U's 1st amendment rights. Do you agree or [email protected]

BANNED for LIFE: Did EA go too far by banning Kurt "Kurt0411" Fenech?

26 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Did Electronic Arts go too far making an example of Kurt Fenech, or did "Kurt0411" deserve it by going too far with his trash talk? GeekTherapy@iHear...

150 | Larry Tesler: SO much more than just "the copy-and-paste" guy

24 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Literally every computer you interact with, from your phone to your PC, is the direct beneficiary of Larry Tesler's genius. From the papers you type t...

Playstation 5 | $450 to manufacture, so what will that mean for actual launch price? (@3:00)

18 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

(@3:00) Sony has recently divulged that they cannot build the Playstation 5 for less than $450 per unit, largely due to flash memory supply-and-demand...

149 | How Finneas O'Connell and Billie Eilish won 4 Grammys from their childhood bedroom.

17 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Billie Eilish and her brother Finneas have become household names and music phenomenons. Today we deep dive into how they recorded and produced their ...

The terrible advice I once got from a coworker...and Galaxy Z Flip vs Moto Razr I guess....

15 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Lots going on in this podcast. Starts with guitar amp modeling, folding smartphones, Playstation 5 news, Stranger Things S4, and a derailment when rem...

"Nintendo Playstation" prototype found. Current bid $16,000. Also, what are the Queen's undies worth to you?

13 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Wacky one today as we talk about the ill-fated Sony-Nintendo partnership that produced the "Nintendo Playstation" prototype, supposedly 200 have been ...

148 | 👾 Arcade Memories with LGR, The 8-Bit Guy (@~8:30), and "This Does Not Compute" (@~18:30) 👾

10 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Got the geek gang together to talk about our favorite arcade memories! https://www.geektherapyradio.com/Email: [email protected] unedite...

State of GTR

08 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

I've gathered you all here today for an update on the current state of Geek Therapy Radio...thank you for your continued support!GeekTherapy@iHeartRad...

🎮 Is Nvidia GeForce Now a game changer? 🎮

06 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

After almost 7 years in Beta, Nvidia GeForce Now is available to the public. It's already better than Google Stadia, but are there any downsides?GeekT...

147 | Star Trek: Picard (@18:00)...and much more!

04 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

But first, let's talk about why next generation consoles from Sony and Microsoft pose ZERO threat to the Nintendo Switch!Email: GeekTherapy@iHeartMedi...

Do you hear a voice in your head? Do you have an "inner dialogue"?

01 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We get DEEEEEP in this episode. Even discussing individual spiritualality towards the end. Strap in, this one is worth pondering!GeekTherapy@iHeartMed...

⚡Wireless charging from several feet away. Cool! Let's talk about PowerCast.⚡

31 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The idea isn't new. Nikola Tesla himself dabbled with the concept, but this could now be a fascinating proposition for average consumers. Let's talk a...

(@16:00) Why the James Webb Space Telescope isn't spying on aliens yet.

29 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

(@16:00) So what's the deal with the James Webb Space Telescope? WHY oh WHY isn't it peeking in alien windows yet!?Music https://soundcloud.com/johnny...

♫ How the Foo Fighters recorded "Wasting Light" and other audio geek rabbit trails ♫

28 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

I feel the musical bug nipping at me, so today I geek out about how Foo Fighters recorded their album "Wasting Light" and about how recording to tape ...

146 | "The Doomsday Clock"...what it is, what it isn't, and how it works!

28 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

(@8:00) "Doomsday Clock" is one of those ooga-booga terms the media throws around to scare people. Should you be scared of it? Does it actually mean a...

Buttheads! Epic Games is killing Rocket League on Mac and Linux.

24 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

"Let's make our reputation WORSE by taking away what customers paid for! Brilliant!" - Epic Games. Kind [email protected] and more...

This 85 year old airplane will never die | The legendary Douglas DC-3 (& C-47)

23 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The Douglas DC-3 debuted in 1935 and more than 2,000 are still in regular service today. Over the last 85 years (and counting) it has flown freight, p...

If it failed today, what company would be kept alive by die-hard customers tomorrow?

22 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Lots in today's episode! Steam to Chrome OS, free Half-Life games, LEGO ISS and MUCH [email protected] htt...

Urinal boogers and the viability of 13-15 year old computers in 2020 (13:40)

21 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Updates on my Core2Quad Q6600 build, but first...I'm all fired up about the gross habits of grown men in public urinals. I know. Weird.www.GeekTherapy...

145 | A leisurely and fascinating conversation with listener Asaf from Tel Aviv Israel :)

20 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

What video games were available grwoing up in Israel? What are some differences between Israel and the U.S.? All this and more geekiness in this week'...

Why "Raudi" is likely my last ICE vehicle!

17 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Why my next vehicle may be the end of the road for me and gasoline. It was a sweet ride though. First, some geek/tech news!www.GeekTherapyRadio.comhtt...

Space | Record setting women, teenager discovers new exoplanet, and other rabbit trails...

16 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Yeah, I really shouldn't record when I'm "moron tired".Theorem http://danicamckellar.com/pdf/percolation.pdfwww.GeekTherapyRadio.comMusic https://yout...

8BitDo Zero, the "perfect" mobile gaming device!

15 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The tiny 8BitDo Zero 2 is physically identical to the first generation and adds more compatibility, but are either any good? Also, the official end of...

Big show news! Also, weird radio sounds explained and a wee bit of sports!

14 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Starting January 26, GTR airs at 10pm Saturdays and now 6p, Sundays! I'm stoked! Then onto geeky stuff like weird radio frequencies and woeful Houston...

144 | CES and the future of gaming consoles and modular PCs! Jeremy Benson is my guest.

13 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Jeremy Benson slides into my DMs to talk CES and some future tech...with a few rabbit trails of course :)Check out my musical guest, Yoni Saffra!https...

Listening to a guy from Australia over HAM radio! Cool!

11 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

I don't have my license yet, but it is still pretty dang cool to hear people from the other side of the earth!Any Elmers got HAM advice, get at me! :)...

SDR, Software Defined Radio is an AWESOME (and cheap) hobby. SO cool! :D

09 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

I've lost myself tinkering with Software Defined Radio! SDR is so cool and amazingly cheap to get into! Here are some links to get you started if you'...

Embarrassing! Intel's new PCIE 4.0 SSDs require AMD CPUs for full performance.

07 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Intel can't even use their own hardware to test their new solid state drives. Seriously, if you're building a new PC, there is almost no reason to eve...

143 | When it's the right time for TV shows to die. The "Mental Misses" is my beautiful guest :)

06 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We start of with some interesting mental exercises before moving on to what winds up to be the more interesting question "When is the right time for ...

Why the 2020s are about to change human history as we know it

04 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This history books will mark this decade as a shift in the course of human history as significant as the Industrial Revolution itself, if not more so....

Will the Playstation 5 and Xbox Series X leave the Nintendo Switch behind? (@9:08)

31 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

(Title topic @9:08) It's rare for AAA games to be ported to the Nintendo Switch due to obvious hardware limitations, but does the next generation of c...

142 | 2019 Year in Review! Thank YOU for supporting Geek Therapy Radio :)

28 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Thanks to you, yes you, Geek Therapy Radio enjoyed more amazing growth than ever! Here are some of the best snippets from the past year of Geek Therap...

141 | Christmas Special! Friends of GTR sharing their favorite Christmas memories around the Geekmas tree!

24 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Listen to Christmas memories from my radio family here at iHeart (Michael Berry, Rod Ryan, Randy Lemmon, Charles Adams, Michael Garfield, Justin King,...

How dangerous WAS Ralphie's Red Ryder BB gun? Let's get geeky :)

20 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Almost 30 times in "A Christmas Story", Ralphie asks for an “official Red Ryder carbine action, 200-shot, range model air rifle with a compass in th...

Hunting down an AMD Ryzen 9 3950X

19 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Join me as I try to track down the elusive AMD Ryzen 9 [email protected] https://youtu.be/vmKtopETyrkPric...

YouTube is goofy and I'm pumped about HAM radio :)

18 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

One of my old YouTube videos is getting lots of views out of nowhere and I'm stoked about HAM radio!The PSP video https://youtu.be/vFKJ5NfzOsoJake Tra...

Model Trains | Not what they used to be :(

17 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

When did model trains become plastic crap? Any tips on finding reasonably priced metal trains? Let me know! www.GeekTherapyRadio.comMusic https://yout...

140 | Tech gift guide, Gamestop's future, and more!

15 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Arstechnica has put out a tech gift guide with some puzzling choices and we'll talk about Gamestop's future in the digital download age.www.geektherap...

Xbox Series X...cool, but worst. Name. Ever.

13 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Let's talk about the official reveal of the new Xbox Series X! Worst name ever...www.GeekTherapyRadio.comhttps://arstechnica.com/gaming/2019/12/the-ne...

Mac Pro | What do you get for $53,247.98? Let's build one online!

12 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Simply put: It is literally not designed for anybody complaining about the price...and what a price...but WHAT a machine! [email protected]...

Mini 4WD, an affordable hobby for makers and tinkerers :)

11 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

I played with these as a kid but TOTALLY forgot what it was called until today! [email protected] 4WD https://yo...

Ghostbusters: Afterlife

10 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Let's talk some Ghostbusters and Ghostbusters: Afterlife! www.GeekTherapyRadio.comhttps://youtu.be/GvPPbJsSey0

139 | Deceptive 5G branding, motorcycle madness, and creative pep talk!

07 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

We start with my mixed emotions towards motorcycles, a pep talk for creatives, and the 5G cellular marketing confusion that isn't helping anyone. Geek...

300+MPH jet powered drone, fake HDR video content, and more! (@1:53)

05 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

What would FushionFlight's jet drone actual be useful for? But before we get into that, let's talk about fake HDR content and computer building woes. ...

Patience is a superpower in a world where pain is taboo. (Starts @1:43)

03 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In a culture where pain is taboo, patience is the key to unlocking the only real cure...time. I was going to talk about tech today, but this is better...

138 | Setting up your new Raspberry Pi computer!

02 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Probably not my most titillating episode, but let's go over a basic setup tutorial of your new Raspberry Pi, including Retropie! :)Download Raspian OS...

Cars | CyberTruck and Tesla's questionable hype machine...

27 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The Tesla CyberTruck is polarizing, but is Elon Musk playing it a little too fast and loose with the hype machine? Let me know your thoughts! GeekTher...

Star Wars | Let's talk about Baby Yoda!

26 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Baby Yoda has melted hearts across the globe...but there are always party poopers. [email protected] https://yo...

137 | Tesla CyberTruck reaction with LGR (Seg 2) and The 8-Bit Guy (Seg 3)!

23 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Clint (Lazy Game Reviews) and David (The 8-Bit Guy) join me to discuss the radical Tesla CyberTruck!My YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3N1B2...

Music | BABYMETAL...I am uncomfortable....

22 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This music by "Babymetal" gives me confusing feelings.....Email: [email protected]: https://www.geektherapyradio.com/Musichttps://you...

eSports | eSport athletes face similar stressors as conventional athletes

21 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

As eSports continues to gain momentum and the industry increases in market share, eSports athletes are beginning to be tested and studied like their t...

Computers | @2:37 As a PC user, why do I FINALLY want the Macbook Pro 16?

20 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

As a heavy PC user...I must admit that I want the 16 inch Macbook Pro...but why exactly? [email protected] Therapy Radio on Twitter, Fac...

Video Games/Cars | New Half-Life is official! Also, "Mustang" Mach-E

19 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Half-Life: Alyx VR is official and coming to a VR headset near you. Also, the Ford Mustang Mach-E leaves a lot of car nuts scratching our heads. GeekT...

136 | Cars and Guitars | Would you convert a classic car to EV?

16 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Jeremy Benson is my guest to discuss customizing cars and guitars! [email protected]://www.geektherapyradio.com/

Video Games | Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020 Updates

15 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Who is going to tale a day off on the release date of Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020...whenever that [email protected] https://...

Computers | (@13:53) 16 inch Macbook Pro...3 steps in the right direction.

14 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Needless to say, the Macbook Pro has had its share of controversy in recent years. The 16 inch Macbook Pro is 3 steps in the right direction. GeekTher...

Space | How powerful are computers used in outer space?

13 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The actual power of computers used in rovers, probes, etc is honestly pretty fascinating! [email protected] https://youtu.be/zs2B9wKSQA...

Tech | @2:38 Microsoft Project Silica, storing data in glass!

12 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Starts @ 2:38 Microsoft Project Silica is fascinating...if not a bit slow currently. Anyway, let's dive in. [email protected]://www.mic...

135 | Colin from "This Does Not Compute" joins me to talk retro, new, and new retro tech!

09 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Did you ever fight other kids to use the only color computer in the computer lab? Colin did...https://www.geektherapyradio.com/This Does Not Compute h...

Thanks & Advice | A glimpse behind the scenes on how I record podcasts

07 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Stream of consciousness to thank you, share how I record podcasts, and why perhaps you should think about podcasting as well :) GeekTherapy@iHeartMedi...

Psychology | Teaching rats to drive tiny cars

05 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Who would have thought rats driving tiny cars could cause such self-reflection in our own lives! Email [email protected] https://www....

134 | Electronics | "Hendy Amps" owner Chris Henderson and the business of building world-class recording studio gear from scratch

02 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Chris Henderson, owner/operator of "Hendy Amps" geeks out with me on building world-class boutique recording studio equipment from scratch and running...

Re-Upload | Halloween Special! 1930's caper! Burglars hideout in haunted house! OOooooooooOOO!!!

01 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

3 hapless burglars have stolen precious jewels and gems from the police station and make their way to a haunted hideout! Good thing they also stole an...

Cars | These legendary vehicles will be discontinued after 2019 (@3:57)

31 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Topic starts @ 3:57. The Volkswagen Beetle is one among many car models being discontinued after 2019, but what does all of this mean for the future o...

SPERTS! | Astros Game 6....W....T.....EFF........

30 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Game 6 of this World Series was absolutely mind boggling. Patreon https://www.patreon.com/user?u=25447147https://www.geektherapyradio.com/Email GeekTh...

Suggestions on how to deal with a creative slump

29 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

We've all gone through it, so here's some suggestions on how to deal with creative slumps! [email protected] https://www.patreon.com/...

133 | What is Quantum Computing and how can it change the world? With UH Professor Jaspal Subhlok

26 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Professor Jaspal Subhlok of the University of Houston joins me to bring help us understand what Quantum Computing is and how it can change the world!P...

"Gaming Disorder", cause or symptom of behavioral/mental illness?

25 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Over a year ago, the World Health Organization suggested that gaming can be unhealthy, even suggesting new diagnoses of "gaming disorder" and the like...

Google Stadia Preorders won't be as promised? You don't say....

24 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

You mean people who preordered a service won't be getting what they paid for? shocking I say, SHOCKING! [email protected]...

Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker (and much more)

23 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

I really gotta catch up on Star [email protected] Wars trailer https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Qn_spdM5ZgPatreon https://www.pa...

Struggling with a bit of self-doubt today

23 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Thanks for listening to me vent :) [email protected]

The Analogue Pocket...I WANT IT NOW!!!

18 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Analogue has announced the 2020 release of the Analogue Pocket...and I'd rather have IT than the Switch Lite. I can't wait!Analogue Pocket https://www...

Nvidia RTX Ray Tracing on old DOS games? Yes please!

16 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

My friend Jeremy joins me to talk about the possibilities of RTX Ray Tracing being added to old DOS favorites. Of course we get side tracked with othe...

Google Pixel 4 @ 20:17 (Infinitely more fun topics prior)

16 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

I'm not saying the Google Pixel 4 isn't a wonder of modern technology...but it's just so hard nowadays to get excited about smartphones. Am I alone in...