The Digital Ramble Show
Episodes
Wi-Fi That Just Works | Eero Hero Chris Thorp | Episode 179
31 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Digital Ramble Show, hosts Kris Gamble and JJ Canon explore the transformative world of home networking with Chris Thorp from E...
The LIT Lady Bridging Luxury and Technology | Sarah Dresher | Episode 178
23 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Sarah Dresher shares her journey in the home technology industry, discussing the evolution of Luxury Integrated Technologies and the ...
Episode 177 - Building Smart Communities with Benjamin Davies
17 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
🎙️Episode 177 - Building Smart Communities with Benjamin DaviesIn Episode 177, The Digital Ramble welcomes UK smart home powerhouse Benjamin Davi...
Episode 176 - Family Fun With Smart Devices
09 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Digital Ramble, hosts JJ Canon and Kris Gamble explore the exciting world of home technology and entertainment. They discuss the im...
Episode 175 - The Rental S.C.E.N.E
26 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Digital Ramble, Kris and JJ explore renter-friendly smart home systems using the S.C.E.N.E framework—Security, Communication,...
Episode 174 - Never Forgetta Yo Scene Setta
18 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kris and JJ on this episode of The Digital Ramble as they dive into the S.C.E.N.E. framework - a comprehensive guide to smart home design coverin...
Episode 173 - *Fresh On The S.C.E.N.E*
10 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join hosts Kris Gamble and JJ Canon for Episode 173 of The Digital Ramble: "Fresh On The S.C.E.N.E." In this episode, dive into the S.C.E.N....
Episode 172 - Creating a S.C.E.N.E - Special Episode
06 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we delve into the transformative world of smart home technology, exploring the five essential pillars that are reshaping our living s...
Episode 171 - No Pillars, No Progress
15 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 171: No Pillars, No ProgressIn this episode, we reveal the five essential pillars every smart home installation business needs to build on for...
Episode 169 - The Hidden Episode
14 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 169 – The Hidden EpisodeTucked away in the archives and never-before-released, this is The Hidden Episode. Recorded in April 2025, this conv...
🎙️ Episode 170 – Robots, Bitcoin, and the Smart Home Supercycle
03 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
🎙️ Episode 170 – Robots, Bitcoin, and the Smart Home SupercycleWelcome back, Digital Ramblers! Episode 170, Kris and JJ explore the next phase ...
Episode 168 - Smart Home Supercycle Part 2: What's Coming & How To Prepare
28 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 168 - Smart Home Supercycle Part 2: What's Coming & How to PrepareIn this follow-up to our Smart Home Supercycle series, Kris and JJ dive ...
Episode 167 - Smart Home Supercycle Part 1
20 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In TDR episode 167, JJ and Kris dive into the smart home revolution cutting edge tech, widespread adoption, and seamless digital ecosystem drive a new...
Starlink - The World's Most Advanced Internet System | Episode 166
02 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Elon Musk’s satellite internet service—has taken off, providing high-speed internet access to remote and rural areas that previously had limited o...
In a Smart Home Galaxy Far, Far Away | Episode 165
28 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
JJ and Kris shine the spotlight on projects their own businesses have completed recently and what's currently ongoing in their installation schedules....
Episode 164 Elevating Smart Homes with Leon TV Frames, UniFi’s Big Move, and the Power of Lighting Integration
18 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Digital Ramble, JJ and Kris discuss three hot topics that emerged from their CEDIA Expo 2024. Get ready for a deep dive into ho...
CEDIA 2024: Inside the Innovations Shaping Tomorrow's Smart Homes
08 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back, Digital Ramblers! Today’s focus is on CEDIA Expo 2024: Innovations Shaping Tomorrow's Smart Homes. Mention of Friends: - Alan w/ ...
CEDIA 2024: Education + Collaboration = Elevation | Episode 162
28 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Kris and JJ are gearing up for one of the biggest events in the smart home industry—CEDIA 2024! 🎉 In this episode of The Digital Ramble, they sha...
Mastering the Tech Trade: Essential Tools for Every Home Tech Pro | Episode 161
22 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the fast-evolving world of smart home technology, having the right tools is key to success. In Episode 161, Kris and JJ delve into the must-have to...
Help Wanted: Unlocking Opportunities in the Home Tech Industry | Episode 160
22 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The home tech industry is booming, and now is the perfect time to get involved! In Episode 160, Kris and JJ explore the diverse career opportunities w...
Back in the Saddle: Kris & JJ’s Latest Home Tech Adventures | Episode 159
06 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
After a short break, Kris and JJ are back and ready to dive into the latest happenings in the world of home technology! In this episode, they share wh...
Tech Priorities For Your New Home | Episode 158
06 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
So often JJ and Kris are contacted by customers who have just moved in to a new home and need urgent home tech attention. In episode 158 we rank the t...
I’ll Tell You What I Want - Episode 157
25 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
JJ and Kris rip up the script and have a general tech chat about life in the home tech fast lane.
Top Tech Tips from Home Tech Pro’s - Part 3 - Episode 156
18 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Kris and JJ wrap up the tech tips series with some old school Canon Fire and Gamble Ramble! You’ve got to keep a lid on your tech passwords, subscri...
Top Tech Tips for Christmas Part 2 - Episode 155
14 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Top Tech Tips for Christmas - Episode 155 The countdown to Christmas has started and JJ and Kris are sharing their trade secrets to get the most out o...
Top Tech Tips for Christmas Part 1 - Episode 154
07 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
JJ and Kris hit the Christmas run in with a series of episodes where they reveal their top tech tips for Smart Home users. On this weeks episode they ...
Black Friday Tech Special - Episode 153
23 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
JJ and Kris reel off their shopping wish list for Black Friday 2022! What’s in your basket?
Episode 152 - How To…Big Screen For Every Budget
16 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Kris and JJ get you match ready for the winter of sport heading your way. In episode 152 we run through your big screen options from 65 inch TV’s al...
Episode 151 - How to... Protect Your Home From Cyber Attacks
09 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The How To series continues and this week we focus on Cyber Security. This should be top of mind for anyone controlling their smart home. Increase you...
Episode 150 - How To Get The Best WiFi At Home
02 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 150! We can’t believe we’ve reached this milestone, it’s been such an awesome journey sharing our smart home experience. In this weeks e...
Episode 149 - How To Voice Control Lighting Like A Pro
26 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
JJ and Kris take you into the world of controlling your lights with voice. Using the tech that is already baked into your phone, speakers or TV remote...
Episode 148 - How To… Find Your Local Home Tech Pro
19 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
JJ and Kris kick off a new mini series of episodes titled “How To”. They are going to take you deeper into the world of home technology installati...
Episode 147 - Simplification is the New Integration - Sonos
12 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
JJ and Kris continue the series of episodes centred around simplifying smart home. For years the home tech pro was expected to come up with all the so...
Episode 146 - Simplification is the new Integration - WiFi Networks
05 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
JJ and Kris continue the series of episodes centred around simplifying smart home. For years the home tech pro was expected to come up with all the so...
Episode 145 - Simplification Is The New Integration - Ring Doorbell and Cameras
29 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
JJ and Kris continue the series of episodes centred around simplifying smart home. For years the home tech pro was expected to come up with all the so...
Episode 144 - Simplification is the new Integration - Lutron
21 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Digital Ramble returns after their summer break. JJ and Kris get back into the studio to start a new series of episodes centered around simplifyin...
Can Smart Home Save The Planet? Episode 143
11 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Smart Home needs to step up and be a part of the Energy Saving Home. JJ and Kris discuss.
JJ’s Smorgasbord of Home Tech | Episode 142
07 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Long time no speak but Kris and JJ are back with Episode 142 and JJ has a haul of tech to share with you. Featuring Lutron, Ketra Lighting, Ring, Leve...
Smart Home Diversification | Episode 141
25 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
JJ Canon and Kris Gamble reveal the commercial sides to their Smart Home install businsesses. Get in touch with the show to have your tech quest...
Who Killed IoT? Episode 140
17 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
JJ and Kris send out a search party for the Internet of Things.
Caught In The Wild | Episode 139
06 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
JJ and Kris catch a moment to discuss some new tech arriving for 2022 and highlight what the big sellers in smart home were in 2021.
Can You Install It Before Christmas? Episode 138
24 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Pre-Christmas Home Tech chat with Kris and JJ.
Is A Smart Home Too Expensive? Episode 137
07 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Kris and JJ return with a long overdue episode of TDR and they are straight back in the swing of things as Kris asks, "Is a Smart Home too expensive?"...
Let There Be Light - Episode 136
28 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
JJ and Kris have a detailed chat about all things lighting and then go off topic to share opinions on current affairs. Get in touch if you have a home...
How Many Speakers Do I Need In My Smart Home? Episode 135
05 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
JJ and Kris get deep into the topic of multi room music and the plethora of speakers choices available. Hit us up if you have any home tech questions....
Can You Over-engineer A Smart Home? Episode 134
28 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
JJ and Kris continue discussions about Smart Home based on their busy work week running their Home Technology businesses.
Guess Who’s Back - Episode 133
21 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
JJ and Kris return with a bang in the latest instalment of The Digital Ramble
Discover Home Automation | Episode 132
22 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
JJ and Kris take a pit stop on their busy schedules to hit record on another episode of The Digital Ramble and hit you with a weekly dose of Home Tech...
Lighting and Climate Controls | Episode 131
14 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
JJ and Kris are back with another off the bat conversation from the world of Smart Home.
Ring Alarm and Sonos Roam Chat | Episode 130
03 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
JJ and Kris catch up after a couple of weeks off to chat about living with the Ring Alarm system and the new Sonos Roam speaker. #security #alarmsyste...
The PAVE | Jesse Silva | Episode 129
13 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
From Tiny Homes to Outdoor Tech, Jesse Silva is the go to Home Tech Pro in Arizona.
When Two Home Tech Pro's Collide | Episode 128
06 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 128 features JJ and Kris taking time out from their busy day jobs to deliver the hardest Smart Home views and opinions. Out every week on 11 p...
Beats & Beer! Gallo Acoustics Interview | Episode 127
29 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Colin and Stephen from Gallo Acoustics join JJ and Kris for a fun and relaxed conversation about the past, present and future for this distinctive aud...
Mixing Business with Bohemia | Interview with Noah Kaplan | Leon Speakers | Episode 126
23 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The awesome Noah Kaplan from Leon Speakers joins Kris and JJ for a fascinating tale of the origins and culture at Leon and highlights how Leon have na...
The Highs and Lows of a Home Tech Pro | Episode 125
19 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Your weekly catch up with J and Kris brings you insights into their working life and the successes and challenges that are all part of running a home ...
Serving Home Tech Aces | Episode 124
09 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Kris is on the move and JJ is smashing it! Find out what the Home Tech duo are up to in this weeks episode.
TruAudio - Tru Innovators | Episode 123 | Chase Harrison Interview
23 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
JJ and Kris are joined by Chase Harrison from TruAudio on episode 123. Chase is the Executive Vice President of Sales at Soundvision Technologie...
Doorbell Ninja Shares Smart Home Wisdom - Episode 122
09 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Jason Wade, Doorbell Ninja joins Kris and JJ on the show this week for a fun conversation about Smart Home security and the rise of the Doorbell Ninja...
Audit Your Home Tech Pro | Digital Rambles with JJ and Kris
05 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
How well connected is your Home Tech Pro? What's their stock levels like? How quickly can they respond to your needs? Kris and JJ continue their Dig...
Does My WiFi Look Big In This? Episode 121
03 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Back again with another installament of The Digital Ramble and we jump straight into a conversation between JJ and Kris about supporting customers wit...
High Demand For Home Technology | Episode 120
28 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Coming in hot from Houston, Texas and Norwich, England! JJ and Kris bring you your weekly dose of Smart Home chat and this week they've added an extra...
Home Tech Pro and Trusted Advisor | Episode 119
19 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
JJ and Kris jump on a call for their weekly Home Tech roundup. JJ reveals some of his biggest faux pas as a tech installer and Kris shares how returni...
Details Make The Design | Megan Ace Interview | Episode 118
13 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We are so excited to have the fabulous Megan Ace return to the show. JJ and Kris grabbed a chat with Megan to learn more about her interior design and...
Smart Home Upgrades Coming Soon | Episode 117
05 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Kris and JJ hop on another Zoom call and have their first chat of the year and already the early signs are that it's going to be another busy year in ...
What’s Hot In Home Tech For 2021? Episode 116
01 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
2020 is a wrap, Kris and JJ grabbed the mic on the last day of the year and had a chat about the ups and downs of 2020 and look forwards to a year of ...
Wrapping Up Home Tech For The Holidays | Episode 115
21 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
JJ and Kris start bringing 2020 to a close with a catch-up in their busiest work week of the year. The guys don’t hold back with their views on this...
Smart Home Supply and Demand | Episode 114
17 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
JJ and Kris dive into the minefield of the Smart Home supply chain and reveal the challenges faced in 2020 with limited stock and long delays getting ...
A Day In The Smart Home Life | Episode 113
15 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
JJ and Kris are deep into silly season for Home Tech Pro’s and give you insights into what they’re getting up to right now in the world of Smart H...
10 Reasons Why I Ripped Out A £6k Lighting System | REACTION | Episode 112
30 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
JJ and Kris react to a blog they found doing the rounds on LinkedIn. Strap in, we don’t hold back. Please find a link below to the blog by Rob Dobso...
Creating A Luxury Bedroom With Home Technology | Episode 111
24 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
JJ and Kris continue the laid back conversation with a chat about their current smart home projects and highlight a recent installation JJ and the tea...
Smart Home Stripped Back with Kris and JJ | Episode 110
18 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
No holds barred home tech chat with Kris and JJ. Drop in on their recent conversation about smart home. Check out videos of the show over at our YouTu...
Home Tech Hangout with JJ and Kris | Episode 109
17 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
JJ and Kris continue their conversation about the day to day runnings of their businesses. Listen in to their recent smart home chat. You can be a sup...
Lifting The Lid On Smart Home Installation | Episode 108
08 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
JJ and Kris give you a behind the scenes view of smart home installation as they record a chat in early November 2020. If you don’t know, ask a home...
E 107 - Laser TV and a Designers Eye with Chris Pinder and Megan Ace
14 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
E 107 - Laser TV and a Designers Eye with Chris Pinder and Megan Ace Chris Pinder from OneAV and Megan Ace from Megan Ace Interiors join us for a conv...
Lutron Gets Even Smarter With Ring Security Integration | Episode 106 | Interview
29 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Lutron veterans Neil Orchowski and Steve Detmer return to the show to share with us the latest integrations and updates to Lutron lighting control sys...
Protect Your Home With Ring Cameras, Doorbells and Smart Home Lighting | Interview | Episode 105
23 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Ring GM Andrew Vloyanetes returns to the show to discuss the launch of Ring X-Line in the UK, the integration with Lutron Caseta and RA2 Select lighti...
Service, Service, Service | The Key To Business Success | Episode 104
19 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
JJ and Kris have been running home tech businesses for over 30 years between them. They've gone through all the highs and lows you can imagine when it...
Why Hire A Home Tech Pro To Wall Mount Your TV | Episode 103
17 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Wall-mounting a big screen TV is definitely a job for a home tech pro. JJ and Kris run through your different mounting options, what cables you need t...
Package Detected At Your Front Door | Google Nest Special | Episode 102
16 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Hey Google, show me the front door. Kris received a #giftfromgoogle this week and we thought we'd run you through what was in this unexpected delivery...
Why A Video Doorbell Is A Home Tech Home Run - Smart Home Essentials - Episode 101
10 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
A video doorbell is an absolute essential home tech device for any home or business. Kris and JJ explain why having one of these is a home tech home r...
Smart Home Tech That Could Save Your Life - Episode 100
09 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Digital Ramble is excited to bring you a century of podcast episodes! JJ and Kris are hugely appreciative of all the support we've had from our pa...
Moving Home? Take Your Smart Home Tech With You - Episode 99
08 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Moving home shouldn't mean you leave your home tech behind for the new buyer. Choose home technology you can take with you. Smart purchases should las...
Be Better Connected - Faster Internet at Home - Episode 98
05 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Stop putting up with the slow internet in your home and seek out alternatives with fibre optic, 4G and soon to arrive 5G services. FInd your local hom...
Wifi not Working; Consider this - Episode 97
02 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Never before has your internet and wifi needed to step up to the mark! The new normal of working from home and school at home is putting an incredible...
Two Years of The Digital Ramble Podcast - Episode 96
01 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Two years ago Kris and JJ started The Digital Ramble podcast to communicate more clearly the positive impact living in a Smarter Home brings and along...
Soundbars vs AV Receivers - Home Cinema Showdown
27 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
JJ and Kris are back with more Digital Rambles and this episode goes deep into the home cinema rabbit hole and asks the question, is a soundbar better...
Ben Rousseau - Designer, Artist and Technologist - Designing with Light
20 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Ben Rousseau - Designer, Artist and Technologist - Digital Ramble Interview As mass market technology takes over our homes and lives it's great to hav...
Motorised Blinds - The Ultimate Smart Home Device | Digital Rambles with JJ and Kris
17 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Kris and JJ are back with another short, sharp episode of The Digital Ramble and have a quick chat about motorised blinds, window treatments and highl...
Digital Rambles - Wiring For A Smart Home
05 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
What wire goes where? JJ and Kris give you some insights into how a smart home is wired for technology used today and in the future.
Digital Rambles - Home Network & Wi-Fi
04 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The rambling continues and this episode covers the importance of the home network and whole home wifi. JJ and Kris give you the inside track into how ...
Digital Rambles - Home Security
03 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
JJ and Kris pick up the conversation where they left off in the previous episode. The rambling continues into a lively chat about Home Security with t...
Digital Rambles - Outdoor Entertainment
02 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Kris and JJ have put together a series of shorter episodes tackling trending topics in home technology. Stay tuned for fresh drops over the next few d...
Rethinking Home and Office Design | Flomotion | Floyd Sayers Interview
27 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
JJ and Kris welcome Floyd Sayers from Flomotion onto the podcast for an informative and fun conversation about Floyd’s journey from graphic design t...
Fantastic Interior Design Ideas To Create a Fabulous Home | Jennifer Chong Interview
19 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Using an interior designer for your home project will take an average scheme and turn it into a fabulous space. From balancing colour schemes to choos...
Using Technology To Make Life Easier (And More Fun) | Carley Knobloch Interview
06 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
JJ and Kris are hugely excited to welcome Carley Knobloch, First Lady of Tech, onto the show for an insightful, inspiring and amusing chat about women...
Green Tech Special | Solar | Energy Storage | EV Charging | Sonnen and Oval Renewables
30 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Green Tech Special | Solar | Energy Storage | EV Charging | Sonnen and Oval Renewables On Episode 82 JJ and Kris welcome Sarah Dresher from Sonnen and...
Google Nest - The Ultimate Smart Home Eco System
15 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Google Nest - The Ultimate Smart Home Eco System Kris and JJ welcome Gene LaNois, Head of Professional Industry Partnerships at Google, on the sh...
The Smarter The Home The Cheaper The Home Insurance | Hiro Interview
07 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Smarter The Home The Cheaper The Home Insurance | Hiro Interview The Digital Ramble welcomes Krystian Zajac, CEO and Founder of Hiro and Hamish N...
Lutron Interview | The BEST Smart Home Lighting System | Episode 79
27 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Lutron Interview | The BEST Smart Home Lighting System | Episode 79 The Digital Ramble interviews continue and we aren’t holding back on the calibre...
Van Vibes #002 | Direct to Consumer Conversation
26 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Direct to consumer is always a contentious topic for the home tech pro community but we’re huge believers that we add much more value when you buy t...