Secrets of Technology

Welcome to the Secrets of Technology from the Star Quest Production Network, your weekly look at the world of technology from a uniquely Catholic perspective. We’re not the usual tech news from New York or San Francisco. We’re creating conversations around technology topics that affect all of us, including social media, privacy, AI, the ubiquity of gadgets, parenting tech-savvy kids, and more.

  • 46 minutes 39 seconds
    Driving Into the Future: How Smart Tech is Transforming Your Car Experience

    CarPlay, Android Auto, and Google Auto: Dom Bettinelli and Victor Lams discuss car tech, including third-party systems and emerging proprietary systems from manufacturers, plus Bluetooth options, dashcams, touchscreens vs. traditional buttons, and more.

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    14 November 2024, 9:00 pm
  • 1 hour 12 minutes
    Productivity Anywhere

    Be productive on the go. Dom Bettinelli, Joanne Mercier, and Thomas Sanjurjo discuss the apps and workflows they use to stay productive with their Apple and Android smartphones. Plus Tulsa's remote worker experiment and USB cable confusion.

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    7 November 2024, 9:00 pm
  • 1 hour 14 minutes
    The Write Stuff: Top Tools for Writing Projects

    When you need to write more than a brief note, what tools can you turn to? Dom Bettinelli, Thomas Sanjurjo, and Fr. Joseph Sund discuss the top word processors, grammar checkers, writing organizers, and other writing tools to help you express yourself.

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    31 October 2024, 8:00 pm
  • 1 hour 16 minutes
    Printer Showdown: Inkjet? Laser?

    What are the best printers for home use? Dom Bettinelli, Pat Scott, and Fr. Andrew Kinstetter discuss the main types of printers, their pros and cons, and tips for avoiding the major pain points of printers and printing. Plus the Internet Archive is back!

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    24 October 2024, 8:00 pm
  • 1 hour 10 minutes
    Live Sports at Your Fingertips: The Ultimate Streaming Guide

    Sports is one of the last compelling reasons to keep your old cable TV. Dom Bettinelli and Patrick Mason discuss how we can enjoy our favorites sports via streaming to our devices and discover that it's still not as easy as it could be.

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    17 October 2024, 8:00 pm
  • 1 hour 55 seconds
    Moral Black Hat Hacking?

    Is it moral to hack into the computers of those engaged in evil activities to disrupt them? Dom Bettinelli and Thomas Sanjurjo consider one proposal that even if it's illegal to hack into an abortionist's system that it would be good. Plus Gen Z in the workplace.

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    3 October 2024, 8:00 pm
  • 1 hour 13 minutes
    Next-Level Photo Management with Apple and Google Photos

    Preserve your family photo legacies by getting control of your photo collection. Dom Bettinelli, Pat Scott, and Fr. Andrew Kinstetter discuss strategies for using Apple Photos and Google Photos to manage your ever-growing collection of precious photos.

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    26 September 2024, 8:00 pm
  • 56 minutes 27 seconds
    Taming the Distraction: Schools vs. Smartphones

    Smartphones are a big distraction for students. Dom Bettinelli and Fr. Joseph Sund discuss how schools are trying to reduce the distraction to increase student focus and mental health, and what parents can do to help.

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    19 September 2024, 8:00 pm
  • 1 hour 10 minutes
    Apple’s Glow Up

    Apple had its annual rollout of new phones and watches so Dom Bettinelli and Joanne Mercier give their impressions of the new devices and new capabilities, cutting through the hype to determine if they are compelling upgrades.

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    12 September 2024, 8:00 pm
  • 1 hour 11 minutes
    Run Your Household Like a CEO

    Many couples are bringing home the tools and techniques they use at the office to help run their households. Dom Bettinelli, Thomas Sanjurjo, and Jack Baruzzini discuss the concept and the workflows and tech they use to organize their homes.

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    5 September 2024, 8:00 pm
  • 1 hour 43 seconds
    Smart Home Security Cameras on a Budget

    Home security cameras are more capable than ever and more affordable. Dom Bettinelli, Victor Lams, and Pat Scott discuss what to consider when buying cameras, including video quality, storage, connection, and more. Plus: Are gamers less attractive?

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    22 August 2024, 8:00 pm
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