Two Blokes Talking Tech

Movies: Rain Man

14 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Rain Man features an outstanding performance by Dustin Hoffman as Raymond - the Autistic Savant who's existence is discovered by his brother Charlie p...

Tech Guide #534 - wrap up of the 2023 Consumer Electronics Show

10 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We’ve just completed the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas and we’re are going to go through the major announcements and the biggest products...

TBTT #567-3 CES Day 4 2023

08 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The show is wrapping up, but the Two Blokes have more to talk about. From Cars with Solar and massive head-up displays to the watch band that charges ...

Movies: October Sky

07 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

You wouldn't know it from the title, or the cover art, but October Sky is the true story of a young man and his mates in a small American Coal Mining ...

TBTT #567-2 CES Day 1 2023

06 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Stephen and Trevor live from the show floor at the Las Vegas Convention Centre - for CES 2023. It's only day 1 and there's plenty of news. All the bes...

TBTT #567-1 - CES Unveiled 2023

04 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Two Blokes are Back in Las Vegas for CES 2023. As is tradition, we record right after the opening event of the show, looking at some quirky and in...

Tech Guide #533 - live from CES in Las Vegas, what we can expect to see

03 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We’ve just landed in Las Vegas for the Consumer Electronics Show and we’ll talk about what we can expect to see, the trends and themes we’re lik...

Movies: Castaway

24 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This is an iconic movie, from Wilson, to Tom Hanks portrayal of a FedEx executive stuck for a staggering 1500 days on an isolated island in the Pacifi...

#566 PRIVATE - Streamers

22 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Trev's behind on Yellowstone, Stephen not happy.

TBTT #566 - ACCC making strange calls and Elon - ha!

21 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

An early Christmas present for you, our last TBTT show for the year. This week, Trev's got his knickers in a knot over the ACCC decision on the TPG a...

Tech Guide #532 - Scams to get worse in 2023, international roaming for pre-paid customers

20 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Brace yourself for even more sophisticated scams next year and what we can do to stay safe, Boost Mobile has launched international roaming for pre-pa...

Movies: Fatal Attraction

17 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Michael Douglas finds himself at the centre of a psychological thriller in which he faces problems at home after a weekend fling. Glenn Close stars as...

#565 PRIVATE: Joe Rogan

16 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What say you?

TBTT #565 - Parental Guidance Recommended

15 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Parents taking EPIC Games the makers of Fortnite to court over the game being addictive - seems strange, but that's a thing in Canada. So what is the...

EFTM: Farewell 2022 - Sing it!

14 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The final EFTM podcast for 2022, talking all things tech. Taking you calls on Earbuds, and limiting kids screen time - the challenges of modern paren...

Tech Guide #531 - Lawsuit alleges Fortnite is too addictive, Dyson Zone headphones/air purifier goes on sale

13 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Parents launch class action against Fortnite creator Epic Games alleging the game is too addictive, Dyson Zone headphones with a built-in air purifier...

Movies: The Great Escape

09 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We're turning things on their head this week. Stephen Fenech, our Movie Guru gets taken on a journey to watch The Great Escape for the first time, a m...

#564 PRIVATE - It's Magic

09 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Stephen's encounter with David Copperfield.

TBTT #564 - What did you search for?

08 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Google has released their annual look back at what we searched for in the year gone. In 2022 Wordle topped the list, but what were some of the quirky...

Tech Guide #530 - Christmas gift ideas, know everything about dash cams, Kindle Scribe review

06 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We’ve kicked off our 12 Days of Christmas Gift Ideas, we speak to Navman about everything you need to know about dashcams, Rode has released the Vid...

Movies: Saving Private Ryan

03 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Released in 1998, Saving Private Ryan is set in 1944, over a short period from the D-Day landing, starring Tom Hanks as the unlikely captain set a tas...

#563 PRIVATE - Two Blokes talking out their....

02 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

No substance:)

TBTT #563 - Trade-In Valuations

01 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Boost Mobile launches an app that gives you an instant valuation for your mobile phone, allowing you to get CASH for the phone and put it back into th...

EFTM: Short and Sweet

30 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Laptop buying advice for high-school, it's a difficult one, and certainly one we might not all agree on. And an interesting question of TVs for swimmi...

Tech Guide #529 - is Twitter better under Elon Musk, device to improve solar, Focal Bathys headphones

29 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Has Twitter been a success under Elon Musk – he’s tweeted a few stats, the device that can make your solar panels and battery even more efficient,...

Movies: A Fish Called Wanda

25 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A John Cleese gem. Written by the Monty Python legend A Fish Called Wanda premiered in 1988 and stars another Python Michael Palin. Stephen introduce...

#562 PRIVATE - Jobs and Old Days

25 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Just gibbering

TBTT #562 - Australian Consumer Law

24 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Choice has done some secret shopping and revealed how bad we're being misled over our consumer rights when it comes to warranty, the need for extended...

EFTM: TV advice and Telco advice

23 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Perhaps it's shopping season, perhaps it's the World Cup, but TV advice features this week with questions about QLED vs OLED and model to model differ...

Tech Guide #528 - Black Friday tech deals, Samsung robot vacuum, Netgear M6 Pro 5G hotspot

22 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The best tech deals in the Black Friday sales, Samsung has re-entered the robot vacuum market. the app that’s like Airbnb for swimming pools, we tak...

Movies: Cloverfield

18 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Described as a "Found Footage" movie, Cloverfield is something utterly unique. Stephen takes Trevor through this 2008 epic which is seen through the e...

TBTT #561 - Medibank, Twitter and Stephen's back!

17 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

With Stephen back on deck, we're back live. Hope you enjoyed the flashback. He missed a bit, so the blokes talk through the Medibank woes and just w...

EFTM: Cyber Security - looking forward

16 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Trev is taking your calls on technology, if you're buying something or wondering how something works then get in touch - Trev's taking your calls. Thi...

Movies: Road House

11 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Patrick Swayze at the height of his powers plays the role of the head bouncer, or cooler and is poached to clean up a whole new bar. His story, the ro...

TBTT #560 - A Flashback to the early days

10 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Stephen's on a well deserved break, so we're looking back at an original episode. Episode 008. Trev and Steve are in the same room, at a company you ...

Tech Guide #527 - saving money on phone plans, Apple TV 4K review, DJI Mavic 3 Classic

08 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How you can save money by taking a look at your mobile plans, internet and subscription services, Arlo has released a new security and a whole home se...

Movies: First Blood

04 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Sylvester Stallone is John J Rambo - a Vietnam vet who comes to find a fellow soldier only to find he's the last man alive. He comes to a small town w...

#559 PRIVATE - The old days

04 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

When tech isn't our thing, the Private Feed will be two old men shouting at clouds

TBTT #559 - Twitter Paywall

03 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Twitter in the news because Elon is playing out his planning meetings on the platform itself. Should blue ticks cost money? Should the platform do b...

EFTM: Old school electric

02 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The founder of Jaunt joins me to talk about productivity and design using Apple devices, but also - just wow, what a company! They're now merging to ...

Tech Guide #526 - Why I decided to sack Optus after 25 years

01 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Why I sacked Optus after 25 years – and it has nothing to do with the data breach – I will tell you my detailed Optus horror story, we take a look...

Movies: Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory

28 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Gene Wilder is outstanding as Willy Wonka in this adaptation of Roald Dahl's "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" which sees children around the world ...

#558 PRIVATE - Dry your eyes princess

28 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Out of touch or what?

TBTT #558 - iPads are out, Medibank goes down

27 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Apple's iPad 10th Generation has dropped and Stephen and Trevor are hands on with their views. What's it do well, but what's issues are there too. Me...

EFTM: I was just checking you were ok

26 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Lots of great tech questions this week, including a couple on TVs - which TV to buy, which brand is better so many questions when buying a TV. Plus fi...

Tech Guide #525 Ultra-Fast EV charging, save money with a smart home, iPad and iPad Pro reviews

25 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Faster EV chargers are coming - they will be able to charge an electric car as fast as 15 minutes, how you can save money on your electricity and wate...

Movies: The Player

22 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A snapshot of the Hollywood machine from 1992 which we would say stars Tim Robbins and Greta Scacchi - but the actual cast list is enormous. If you've...

#557 PRIVATE - Streaming stuff

21 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Been a while since we talked Streaming.

TBTT #557 - iPad,iPad Pro and more from Apple today

20 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Apple didn't need an event to announced three new products this week, Stephen and Trevor unpack the new iPad, iPad Pro and Apple TV 4K. It's a stunnin...

EFTM: Would you buy it if it's Fugly?

19 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

While at an event for Vitamix blenders, I came across an amazing service called Good and Fugly, which aims to cut food waste while ensuring farmers ge...

Tech Guide #524 - Apple teams up with Mercedes Benz, Oppo's first tablet, latest Optus drama

17 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The latest issue that has angered worried Optus customers, Apple and Mercedes Benz have partnered to offer drivers an all-new audio experience, Oppo h...

Movies: Interstellar

15 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This one is a more modern classic, a great from 2014 starring Matthew McConaughey, Anne Hathaway, Jessica Chastain and a genuine all-star cast. Even ...

#556 PRIVATE: Good Kids

14 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Proud dads really.

TBTT #556 - Bush Telephone

13 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Just how is it that giving people in the bush more choice when it comes to mobile plans wouldnt be seen as increasing competition. Let's help explain...

EFTM: Flashback 15 Years

12 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Does the ACCC represent consumers? Consumers looking for competition? That's my question this week and I explain how YOU can make a difference. Plus, ...

Tech Guide #523 - Google Pixel 7 smartphones, CreditSavvy app, Netgear Orbi WI-FI 6E

11 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Google has unveiled is Pixel 7 smartphones and its first smartwatch, we’ll tell you about the app worried Optus customers are flocking to, the Anker...

Movies: Glengarry Glen Ross

07 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This is an ALL STAR cast in a movie you might never have heard of. Glengarry Glen Ross is a 1992 American drama film adapted from the Pulitzer Prize–...

#555 PRIVATE - Footy and Current Affairs

07 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Just gibber

TBTT #555 - Not all about Optus

06 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Situation still concerning at Optus, Trev and Steve update what they know and how things are simmering along. Telstra too has some headlines, but not ...

EFTM: What is Identity Protection and some non-Optus content

05 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Optus is still dragging the chain on customer contact and help, so I'm here for those with questions. 9.8 Million Aussies are at risk of new scams and...

Tech Guide #522 - Tesla introduces Optimus robot, Optus calls in outside investigators, Kindle Scribe

04 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Tesla has unveiled its latest product – and it’s not a car, Optus still under fire after its catastrophic data breach, the timely Norton product r...

#554 PRIVATE - Eels, Baseball, Optus

30 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Optus woes but also Eels and Baseball talk, plus some.

TBTT #554 - Optus? YES!

29 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

No surprises that we're talking all things Optus this week, as the country starts to realise just how bad things are. Stephen and Trevor unpack what h...

EFTM: Have you checked if your details are secure?

28 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Optus data breach is epic in its proportions, but it's not the first. So what has happened and does the hacker still have our information? Plus, ...

Tech Guide #521 - Latest on Optus data breach, AirPods Pro 2 review, Windows 11 update features

27 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We have the latest on the Optus data breach and what this means for you if you’re a customer, Amazon launches a new Alexa Kids experience, I’m now...

Movies: The Wedding Singer

24 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This is a late 90's classic set in the 80's which is why Stephen Fenech has seen it so many times, he's a child of the 80's. Stephen introduces Trevor...

#553 PRIVATE: Footy Talk

23 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Talking Fenechs and Footy

TBTT #553 - Breaking OPTUS Hack discussed

22 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In news this afternoon Optus has been hacked, so we've updated this episode with that news and a warning for customers. Plus, Trev and Stephen have be...

EFTM: A retro episode? Taking your tech questions!

21 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever left a review of this show? Come on, help me out - but also, an incentive this week involving audio from 15 years ago:) Lots of tech an...

Tech Guide #520 - Streaming freeloaders, new DJI and GoPro action camera, iPhone 14 verdict

20 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We love streaming services but research has revealed many are freeloading on someone else’s account, we check out the chair that can help you work i...

Movies: Fight Club

17 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's one of the most iconic movie lines of all time - "The First Rule of Fight Club is, you don't talk about Fight Club". Trev watches this cracker ...

#552 PRIVATE - We know it's Friday

16 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Changing it up

TBTT #552 - iOS 16 and eSIMs

15 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Apple's new phone feeling is available to everyone with an iPhone 8 or later, with iOS 16 now out. Trev and Steve talk about what's new, whats great ...

EFTM: Fixing your tech problems, and a little advice too

14 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Back from a global trip, Trev's here with a sore neck, but taking your calls with tech questions. From how to rewind on Kayo, to where to buy an iPhon...

Tech Guide #519 - Apple's new announcements - iPhone 14, Apple Watch Ultra, iPods Pro

13 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We’re back from attending Apple’s launch event in Cupertino and we’ll go through all the product announcements – the iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 P...

Movies: Lethal Weapon

10 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Lethal Weapon is a classic, but it stands the test of time. Stephen's seen it a bunch, while Trev realises he's never see this one. Mel Gibson's brea...

TBTT #551 - Live from Apple Park - Far Out!

08 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Trevor and Stephen were invited inside the Apple Park HQ where Apple had built a podcast studio just for the event, and are the only Australian podcas...

Tech Guide #518 - LG's new OLED screens, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 & Z Flip 4 reviews

06 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

LG unveils new OLED screens at the IFA tech trade show in Berlin, 360 releases a new affordable P7 robot vacuum, we go hands on with the ASUS Space Ed...

#550 PRIVATE - Night Dramas

05 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Night time issues and Trev's out of body experience

Movies: Aliens

03 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Stephen introduces Trev to the Alien franchise via the second instalment. A James Cameron masterpiece starring Sigourney Weaver this is a bit edge of ...

TBTT #550 - Live from Berlin

01 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Trev is live in Berlin, while Stephen has his finger on the pulse so together the two blokes bring you all you need to know from Shoe cleaners to Head...

EFTM: Before I fly

31 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

I fly to Europe today, but wanted to get through some of the questions I've had, so we've got another Talkback Technology show. Answering your calls o...

Tech Guide #517 - Apple's iPhone 14, SVOD on the rise, new DJI Avata drone

30 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What we can expect to see at Apple’s launch event next week, subscription entertainment services on the rise despite cost-of-living pressures, Telst...

#549 PRIVATE - Streamers

29 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Streaming stuff

Movies: Moneyball

27 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Based on a true story, Moneyball is all about the Oakland Athletics adopting a new approach to finding players. Pushing aside traditional "scouting", ...

TBTT #549 - Money back guarantee

25 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Why JBL's 30 day money-back guarantee is a great thing for headphone buyers, and great for the industry. How much cash we're sitting on with unused ge...

EFTM: Domain Names, Security Systems and BeReal

24 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week lots of interesting questions regarding everything from how the new .au domain space impacts your email through to replacing a home security...

Tech Guide #516 - Apple security update, stamp duty waived on EVs, Shazam is 20 years old

23 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Apple issues an urgent security update for its products, stamp duty to be waived on electric cars and its 20 years since music recognition app Shazam ...

#548 PRIVATE - Travel Woes

22 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Back safely though

Movies: King Kong (1976)

20 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Stephen has chosen the 1976 characterisation of King Kong as he believes it's the best. The story of a Giant Ape discovered on a remote island and br...

TBTT #548 - Google vs Apple via SMS

18 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Google has publicly called on Apple to "fix" the problem of green message from iPhones, that is their lack of support for the Rich Messaging that exis...

EFTM: I'm back from New York

17 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Those who know me well know how I roll, but others will judge from afar. Who cares! I appreciate your support. This week, loads of calls on Robot Vac...

Tech Guide #515 - Live from Samsung Galaxy Unpacked, hands on with Z Fold 4 and Z Flip 4

16 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We are live in New York for Samsung's Galaxy Unpacked event where it unveiled the Galaxy Z Fold 4, Galaxy Z Flip 4, Watch Five, Watch 5 Pro and the Ga...

Movies: The Hangover

13 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Trev and Stephen go to Vegas more than any normal human, and while Stephen knows all about the adventures in Vegas in The Hangover, Trev is none the w...

TBTT #547 - Samsung Unpacked

11 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Stephen and Trevor are at the Dream Hotel in New York City after Samsung's second UNPACKED for 2022. The blokes run through all the products, from mos...

Tech Guide #514 - iPad rumours, why Gen Z love subtitles, Google Pixel Buds Pro review

09 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Rumours are swirling about the new iPad after some leaked renders, why does Gen Z love subtitles when watching TV shows and movies, Uniden has release...

#546 PRIVATE - Random really

08 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Just gibberish as always

Movies: RoboCop

06 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The 1987 classic RoboCop would be best described as a science fiction action film - but could be seen by many as a glimpse into a heavily privatised c...

TBTT #546 - Bring back the Vinyl?

04 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Trev's been reminiscing with old-school Vinyl thanks to a new Monster Record player at JB so the blokes reflect on the good times. Both Trev and Steph...

EFTM: TV, Headphone and more buying advice

03 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How old is your phone? One caller this week has a 23 year old phone and a very unique problem. Plus questions about headphones, TVs and Soundbars Your...