Queens of the Drone Age

Deep Dive Re-Release: Egg Tech

30 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this deep dive special from the archives, the Queens reveal some fun egg facts, the science behind Century Eggs, and share an Australian scientist ...

🔥 Get Yourself A Cosplay Fireplace

23 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Rae tries out a "cosplay fireplace" aka the Dimplex Ritz Portable Electric Fire with Optiflame Log Effect Heater and Tegan gets behi...

Deep Dive: Hiking Tech

16 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Anyone who follows us on social media knows we are keen hikers, and we love our hiking tech - so we thought we’d share with you all a few of the lat...

☕ The People Love Their Coffee (Grinders)

09 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this gadget chat, Rae looks at the Brydge 12.9 Pro keyboard for iPad, and Tegan reviews an $18 Kmart spice/coffee grinder. If you want more Queens ...

😐 Your Face Is Not A Tech Experiment

03 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this gadget chat Tegan hits the road with the new Turo app, while Rae settles in for an evening with Sony's new TV range.  If you want more Queens...

Droning On: Sustainable Design With Lenovo's Alden Rose

28 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Introducing Droning On, a new interview-based Queens episode where we chat to fascinating experts about their jobs and relationship with tech.Our firs...

Deep Dive: Sustainable Design

25 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Sustainability is not just incredibly important keeping the planet alive, it's also a fun corporate buzzword. So when tech companies say they are maki...

🎧 Megagamers With Solar-Powered Headphones

19 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Rae reviews a pair of solar-powered headphones while Tegan plays a Megagame (kind of a cross between live action roleplaying and mode...

👾 Breaded Fowl, Video Games & Uber Eats In Stadiums

11 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this catch up, Rae heads to gaming paradise (AKA Fortress Sydney), while Tegan tries out shiny new Uber features in the most unlikely (but coolest)...

Deep Dive: Space Tech

24 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, the Queens take a look at Space Tech - things in our lives that exist because of space exploration, travel, or the agencies that look...

👺 Music Goblins

21 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

  In this week's gadget chat, Rae has finally been able to connect her Audio-Technica record player with some decent speakers - she puts the Sonos Er...

Deep Dive Re-Release: Unethical Apps

17 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Apps are great, except for when they’re not. And some are just downright dodgy. So in this ep from the archives, the Queens put some unethical apps ...

Deep Dive Re-Release: Travel Tech

14 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Travel is on the agenda again! But before you pack your suitcase, is there some tech you might need to consider making space for - or even some you mi...

Deep Dive Re-Release: Medical Tech

10 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we dig into weird as heck medical tech. From using frogs as pregnancy tests, to a wellness toilet that analyses your poop. This episo...

Deep Dive Re-Release: Vapourware

08 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today we have a gift for you: we've dug into the Queens archives, and found a gem you may not have heard where we explore the wild world of vapourware...

🇯🇵 A Queen In Tokyo

03 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's episode Amanda regales the Queens with tales of her recent trip to Tokyo with Netflix. There's a lot of anime talk off the back of A...

🤖 Shoving ChatGPT Into Every Orifice

30 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's gadget chat, Amanda gets addicted to parenting in raising sim Volcano Princess, while Rae tries to help visually impaired people throug...

🪑 Deep Dive: Chairs!

26 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Yes, this week's deep dive really is about chairs. This came about when Rad yelled out “chairs!” when we asked what she wanted to do. But you see,...

🚗 The Melbourne Of Cars

24 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Tegan is back in her happy place: the driver's seat of a bougie car. She reviews the brand new 2023 BMW 320i, which is the entry-leve...

🥩 Deep Dive: The Science Behind Fake Meat

19 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

  In this episode the Queens take a close look at the alternative meats industry. It's become increasingly popular in recent years as more fake meat ...

🍆If Your Mum Is Looking To Read $2 Smut

16 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Your Queens have caught the travel bug, after a bit of jet-setting from the team! Amanda shares a super practical way to use your phone overseas, with...

Queen's Mother's Day Gift Guide 2023

12 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Mother's Day is just over a month away so we're getting in early this year to give you plenty of time to buy something for mum. Of course, as always, ...

🔫 Mindlessly Pounding Your Face

09 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Tegan and Amanda return from their respective overseas trips and have brought some reviews back with them!Amanda took the Volume+ Back...

Deep Dive: Chocolate Tech

05 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

From scientists making chocolate easier to temper to making biofuel from its waste - this episode of Queens of the Drone Age is a celebration of the g...

⛰️ Emerging From Laptop Land

02 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's gadget chat, Rad emerges from laptop land to tell us all about the HP Spectre x360 14”. Meanwhile, Rae explores Dyson's giant air qua...

Deep Dive: Dental Tech

28 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

From a magic lozenge that rebuilds tooth enamel to adhesives that dissolve with light - this week we take a deep dive into the toothy world of dental ...

🌱 Creepy Stick Fingers On Your TV

26 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this gadget chat, the Queens are getting comfy. Rad invested in “the world’s most comfortable basecamp mat” – the Exped Megamat Duo LW+ ai...

Deep Dive Re-Release: Toilet Tech

22 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We're taking a trip into the Queens of the Drone Age archives to re-visit one of our favourites that you also seemed to like. That's right, it's poo-d...

Deep Dive Re-Release: Tech Gripes

19 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We're digging into the archives with a Queens of the Drone Age classic! From rubber going sticky to still having to charge all our devices every day, ...

Deep Dive: The Science of Sleep

15 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode the Queens are heading off to the land of nod to explore the (sometimes terrifying) science behind sleep. As it turns out, global w...

🛏️ Sausage Roll Pillow

12 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Later this week the Queens are delving into the science of sleep. So Rad wanted us to try and review some sleep-related gadgets to match... with mixe...

📄 Deep Dive: Printing Tech

08 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Queens are firing up the dusty old printer in the corner of your office... or are they? In this episode the Queens do tackle printing tech... but ...

🥞 GHD Pancake Maker

05 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode the Queens head to the South Pole as Amanda reviews survivor RPG The Pale Beyond. Rae brings along a GHD Duet Style and Rad packs a...

Listener Question: Digital Storage Solutions

01 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, the Queens answer a listener's question. Our favourite (so far) three-and-a-half-star patron, Tracey, wanted to know all about cleari...

🪄 Lightstick Faux Pas

26 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week the Queens are trawling the tepid depths of the ocean as Tegan drags them into her review of Eldritch fishing game, Dredge. Full of mystery,...

Deep Dive: Coffee Tech

22 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Ah, the beautiful bean juice. We use it to increase our productivity, delight the tastebuds, and as a thinly veiled way to busy our hands when catchin...

☕ Coffee Snobs

19 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We're kicking off an entire week dedicated to our favourite type of morning brown, coffee! More on that in the deep dive later in the week, but for no...

Deep Dive Re-Release: Fashion Tech

15 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Technology, but make it fashion. In this episode, the Queens are getting all stitched up about science and tech in clothing - from the Google x Levi s...

Deep Dive Re-Release: The Digital Divide

12 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this Deep Dive special from our archives, the Queens take issue with the internet and mobile connectivity being treated as a luxury.  Millions of ...

Deep Dive: ChatGPT Explained

08 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Since first launching at the end of November 2022, ChatGPT has taken over our news and social media feeds. While AI has been around for a while now, t...

🥤Tamagotchi Tells Me When To Drink

05 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's a real big gadget chat this week - quite literally in Tegan's case because she recently got behind the wheel of the 2023 Ford Ranger Wildtrak. ...

2023 Valentine’s Day Gift Guide Special

01 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It’s February, which is a deeply upsetting thought. But it also means it’s nearly Valentine’s Day! Here at Queen’s of the Drone Age, we celebr...

👊 An Altercation With Some Tech

29 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's gadget chat, Rae gets into a beef with the Audio Technica AT-LP60-BT turntable and the Sonos speaker system. Specifically, in an effo...

2023 Back To School Special

25 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We're coming to that time of year when school and uni are almost back in session. Perhaps even some of you are getting ready to get back to work. Reg...

🔌 Cord Graveyard

22 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week's gadget chat is an eclectic one! Amanda kicks things off with a spoiler-free review of M3gan. If you haven't heard of it (and even if you ...

The Weirdest Gadgets From CES 2023

18 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Consumer Electronics Show, or CES, recently wrapped up - it is one of the biggest tech events in the world and practically takes over the entiret...

🧙‍♀️ The Witch Fridge

15 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Oh heeeeey everyone, we're back! Welcome to the first episode of Queens of the Drone Age for 2023. Well, kind of. You may have noticed a cheeky 🚨A...

🚨An Important Announcement...

15 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's a brand new year, and with it brings a big announcement from your favourite Queens. We've launched a Patreon! After two years of running the pod...

Deep Dive: Wholesome Tech (Re-Release)

11 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode from the archives, the Queens share their wholesome safe havens on the internet - from mushroom subreddits to #CleaningTok. Amanda als...

Deep Dive: Communication Tech (Re-Release)

08 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this deep dive from the archives, the Queens are talking communication, literally. Tegan delves into the past to chat about how carrier pigeons wor...

Deep Dive: Tech Scams (Re-Release)

04 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode from the archives,  the Queens are exploring online safety and the murky world of scams. And it’s not all dodgy calls and texts. Th...

Deep Dive: Death Tech (Re-Release)

01 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode from the archives,  the Queens are talking about the science and tech surrounding death in the modern world – from Euthanasia rolle...

Deep Dive: Fireworks Tech (Re-Release)

28 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We dig into the QOTDA archives for a holiday-themed special, with a deep dive into the history and science behind fireworks - and new drone alternativ...

🖥️ The Grand-Daddy Of Computer Monitors

25 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Happy Boxing Day, mates! As a special holiday treat, Rae and Rad recorded a cheeky extra 2022 episode for y'all. Rae returns to the Apple AirPods P...

Deep Dive: Cult Tech (Re-Release)

21 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode from the archives, The Queens chat cult tech. And no, not tech used specifically by cults for some reason. Although that might end up ...

📅 Our Favourite Gadgets Of The Year

18 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week the Queens look back at some of their favourite gadgets and games of 2022 - a year that has gone on for approximately one decade. Tegan m...

Long Term Review: 2 Long 2 Review

14 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We usually have to smash through reviews in a matter of weeks here at Queens of the Drone Age. So many gadgets, so little time. But we also really ...

🧂 $7000 Stress Test

11 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

  The Queens have spent the last few months thoroughly testing the Apple Watch Series 8 AND the brand new Apple Watch Ultra. While they probably won'...

Deep Dive: Seaweed Tech

07 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week's deep dive is a little more literal as the Queens look at seaweed and what's being done with it to help save the planet.Tegan covers Perth-...

🏎️ How Do You Say PHEV?

04 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This episode the Queens are trying three very different gadgets. Rae's dog Mia had a canine cold and was coughing phlegm up all over the carpet, so s...

🎄 2022 Xmas Gift Guide

30 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The year has once again come to an end quite quickly. Rude! This also means the holiday season is here, so the Queens are making some cheeky gift sug...

🛎️ Tegan Goes Up Down

27 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, the Queens travel back to 16th-century Bavaria to help solve a murder mystery that spans almost 25 years. Well, not literally. Tegan...

📹 My Webcams Are Yelling At Me

23 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this very special gadget chat, Rad and Rae are left to their own devices to test, well, some devices.On the tech menu is the brand new Apple TV 4K,...

Deep Dive: Twitter Chaos

21 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

If you've been online at all over the past few weeks, you've probably caught a whiff of rapid decline of Twitter. Since Elon Musk was forced to spend ...

Deep Dive: Accessibility Tech (Re-Release)

16 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this deep dive episode from the archives, the Queens are looking at accessibility in tech.Amanda shares her experiences with epilepsy, Tegan looks ...

Deep Dive: Big Screens (Re-Release)

13 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode from the archives, the Queens debate whether gadgets getting increasingly bigger is getting out of hand – literally. We've seen the...

Deep Dive: Climate Change Tech

09 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Queens are digging into tech-based solutions for some of the things that are contributing to, or being caused by, climate change.Rad explains urba...

🩲 Sterilising Undies in a Kettle

06 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Later this week we've got a climate change deep dive, and we thought we'd lead up to it with a look at some environmentally focused products! Rae spil...

📸 Fujifilm X-T5 and Amazing Glass Tech

02 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Oh baby, it's camera Christmas! Rad gets hands on with the new flagship Fujifilm X-H2 and the just announced Fujifilm X-T5. She runs through some of t...

Deep Dive: Ancient Tech

30 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Sure, new tech is cool... but what about very, very old tech? In this Deep Dive the Queens discuss the lost art of Damascus steel, ancient mechanical ...

Deep Dive: Mushroom and Fungi Halloween Special

26 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

For this year's Halloween Special, the Queens were going to go on a ghost hunt, but we already did that and don't wanna get double haunted. So instead...

🪩 Don't Wear Airpods In A Moshpit

23 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Queens have been shoving something a little bit special in our ear holes recently. Don't be weird, they're earphones! Specifically, the brand new...

Games Week Special: PAX Australia 2022 (Part 2)

19 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's time for round two of Queens of the Drone Age's recap of Melbourne International Games Week! And when we say games we mean GAMES. In this episode...

Games Week Special: PAX Australia 2022 (Part 1)

16 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Queens headed south for Melbourne International Games Week (MIGW). While there Rad hosted High Score, Rae attended the Games Connect Asia Pacific ...

👶 Baby G Fitness Tracker

12 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We're not sure if you noticed, but the Queens love some gadgets. Rae hits the road with the Uniden DashView 50R and tries her best not to end up on th...

🌧️ A Screen Protector For Dry People

09 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this gadget chat, Rae tries and fails to successfully use the Belkin SCREENFORCE™ TemperedCurve 2-in-1 Treated Screen Protector + Bumper for Appl...

Deep Dive: Cleaning Tech

05 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this Deep Dive, the Queens take a look at one job the robots should have taken from us long ago - cleaning.From cleaning via Artificial Intelligenc...

🎤 The Beyoncé Pokemon

02 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's gadget chat: Amanda exposes us all to the joys and horrors of Pokemon created by an Artificial Intelligence generator, Rae shares her o...

Deep Dive: Beauty Tech

27 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

For thousands of years, extreme beauty treatments have been a thing. Humans are obsessed with finding new ways to make themselves feel beautiful - fro...

👗 The Clueless Wardrobe Is Here

25 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

iOS 16 is now officially here! So this week Tegan (who has cheekily been using it since the dev beta) runs through her top 3 features so far. And i...

Deep Dive: Tech Fails

21 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Tech can be good; but it can also be bad, and very, very ugly. In this deep dive from the archives, we take a look at some lofty promises tech could n...

Deep Dive: Sci-Fi Tech

18 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Science Fiction is the land where all our technological fantasies flourish. From flying cars to lifelike holograms to teleportation, sci-fi has given ...

Deep Dive: Buying Tech

14 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this Deep Dive special from our archives, it's all about the best ways to actually buy the tech we talk about.The Queens reveal their insider hints...

Deep Dive: Historical Metaverses (Re-Release)

11 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Metaverse isn’t a new concept, and it certainly isn’t one exclusive to the blockchain space. Over the years, there have been plenty of online ...

Deep Dive: Eye Tech (Re-Release)

07 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

From the original eyeglasses and questionable 19th-century contacts to bionic eyes; we're going back to the week the Queens explored everything about ...

🃏A Bad Game For People Who Enjoy Rules

04 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Sure we've talked about foldable phones before, but what about laptops with foldable screens? This week the Queens check out the ASUS Zenbook 17 Fold ...

Deep Dive: Weather Tech

31 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

You know how old-school villains would threaten to steal weather machines? It turns out, weather alteration technology is absolutely a real thing that...

🚀 This Game Is About Scientology?!

28 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Queens hit the road in a very special electric vehicle. Tegan has spent the week testing the Audi e-tron S Sportback, which costs a casual $175,00...

🎁 2022 Father's Day Gift Guide

24 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Time isn't real, meaning it's nearly Father's Day again. So the Queens are bringing that Big Dad Energy with some gift recommendations for whoever in ...

👂 The Eavesdropping Walkie-Talkies

21 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Another week, another gadget chat! In this episode, Tegan reviews the Logitech Aurora range: a group of PC gaming accessories aimed at women. She put...

Deep Dive: Bath Tech

17 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It may seem like the bath is a bad place to inject tech into, but we say that's wrong. We love a bath here at Queens of the Drone Age and refuse to li...

🐛 The Human Centipede Of Games

14 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's been a great week for game releases and the Queens got some sneak peeks so they can give you the low down. Tegan fulfilled her destiny by becomi...

Deep Dive: LEGO and Construction Toys

10 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In celebration of LEGO's 90th anniversary this week, we take a look at some of the wonderful things LEGO has inspired: from velcro-covered building bl...

🐁 Rubbing Mouse Feet Vigorously

07 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this gadget chat, Rad checks out the WHOOP 4.0 - the fitness band, not the loud excited sound.And for those of you who love gaming and/or productiv...

Deep Dive: Avatars

03 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

With more and more of our lives being lived online, the way we represent ourselves in digital spaces is becoming more complex. While many of us have b...

🔭 'Love Actually' Vibes

31 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this catch-up, Rad tells the Queens about her recent trip to Coonabarabran, NSW, to check out the Huntsman Telescope - the first (and only!) of its...

Deep Dive: Artificial Intelligence

28 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Artificial Intelligence is a term thrown around so much that it can be difficult to know what it actually means and how it’s used in the real world....

📱The Anti-Doomscrolling Phone

24 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Queens get aggressively clean as Rae explains the genius and therapeutic nature of Powerwash Simulator. Meanwhile, Tegan gets back on her mid-ran...

Deep Dive: Unethical Apps

20 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Apps are great, except for when they're not. And some are just downright dodgy.So in this episode, the Queens put some unethical apps under the micros...

🕹️ Fracking Simulator

17 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Rad reviews the very fancy SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless headset, Rae checks out the wholesome farming (and witchy!) mobile game Wylde Flowers,...