Don't Panic

On this Shaun-free episode of Don't Panic, Colby and Dan get extra-nerdy as they discuss planning your life with Microsoft, T-Mobile's new stock giveaway gimmick and what the future might hold for Steam Boxes. Get every episode and links to every pick at http://dontpanic.io and follow us on Twitter @dontpanicshow. Picks of the week: Overwatch (Dan Miller) MyScript Calculator (Colby Rabideau)

On this episode of Don't Panic we dive deep into Google I/O and discuss new chat bots in your chat apps, the fusing of Chrome OS and Android and the value of democratizing VR. All that plus Dan's new office, Colby's busted charging port and the latest update on our Summer Movie League (http://upfordebate.tv/draft). \n \nhttp://dontpanic.io \nTwitter: @dontpanicshow \ndontpanicshow@gmail.com Picks of the week: Fast.com (Shaun Jennings) Stylus Sling (Colby Rabideau) Baratza Encore Coffee Grinder (Dan Miller)

On this episode of Don't Panic we begin by talking about tipping etiquette and when bad service might equal no $$. Then we dive head first into some tech news including Twitter freeing up some characters, Apple's billion dollar investment in the Chinese Uber and why Instagram choose to blend into the crowd. Get more Don't Panic right on our website http://dontpanic.io and be sure to subscribe on YouTube, iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music, via RSS and in most major podcast apps. Picks of the week: The Expanse (books) (Dan Miller) What If?: Serious Scientific Answers to Absurd Hypothetical Questions (Shaun Jennings) Uncharted 4 (Colby Rabideau)

On this week's episode we begin by trying to talk about our weekends but it turns out they were pretty boring, so we instead focus on this week's tech news. Should Spotify get into original video? Why is Windows 10 getting so expensive? Would you get New York Times food straight to your door? Is Facebook biased? All the answers this week on Don't Panic, at http://dontpanic.io and on Twitter @dontpanicshow. Picks of the week: Pinner (Colby Rabideau) Warbits (Dan Miller) FlightAware (iOS) (Shaun Jennings)

On this episode of Don't Panic we begin by discussing our strategies regarding our Summer Movie League (http://upfordebate.tv/draft) and the funniest internet videos of the day. Then we get into the tech news including the value of the 6 second unskippable YouTube ad, Apple's tough Q1, Amazon's big new hardware profits and why Facebook's app situation is so confusing! Get every episode on our website http://dontpanic.io and follow us on Twitter: @dontpanicshow. Picks of the week: SeeNote (Shaun Jennings) Ratchet & Clank (Colby Rabideau) Hearthstone: Whispers of the Old Gods (Dan Miller)

On this episode of Don't Panic we begin by talking about the thrill of owning a pipe organ, why you shouldn't go in the Central Park phone booths and why we don't get new apps. Then the tech news surrounding Facebook's F8 announcements including chat bots, live video and the scoop on VR and AR. Get every episode on our website http://dontpanic.io and follow us on Twitter @dontpanicshow. Picks of the week: SlingTV (Shaun Jennings) Boston Marathon (Colby Rabideau) The Brothers Bloom (Dan Miller)

On this episode we begin by talking more about Rhode Island, the movies we'll see this summer and how we're doing in the 2016 Summer Movie League. Then we spend the rest of the episode talking about the new rumored Kindle and the changing landscape of owning digital content as well as what's great about those bonus features. It's a rather loosely constructed episode of Don't Panic! \n \nhttp://dontpanic.io \nTwitter: @dontpanicshow \nSubscribe on YouTube, iTunes, Stitcher, via RSS and in most major podcast apps. Picks of the week: Snowy for Pebble (Shaun Jennings) Purple Safari (Dan Miller) iPad Pro with Apple Pencil using Paper by FiftyThree (Colby Rabideau) Witcher 3: Hearts of Stone (Dan Miller)

On this Don't Panic, we begin by discussing spring snow, the dangers of living in Texas and how we did on the Up For Debate Summer Movie Draft (http://upfordebate.tv/draft). Then we talk the tech news including Nest's recent struggles and what that means for the Internet of things plus all the news from Microsoft's Build conference such as Digital Ink, Contana bots and Linux commands. \n \nhttp://dontpanic.io \nTwitter: @dontpanicshow \ndontpanicshow@gmail.com Picks of the week: Literally Unbelievable (Shaun Jennings) Factorio (Colby Rabideau) Hydraulic Press Channel (Dan Miller)

On this episode we begin by pitching a new tourism strategy for the great state of Rhode Island, then discuss how we use technology in our workplaces. Then we actually get to the news including the release of the Oculus Rift, a potential 4K PS4, Google's Echo competitor and much more. \n \nhttp://dontpanic.io \nTwitter: @dontpanicshow \ndontpanicshow@gmail.com \nLIVE Mondays 10pm Eastern at http://twitch.tv/dontpanicshow Picks of the week: The Newsroom (Colby Rabideau) Bandsintown (Dan Miller) Triumph's Election Special (Shaun Jennings)

On this episode of Don't Panic we begin by bantering about time zones, Twitter's birthday and the fun of travel. Then, we get to the real tech news of the "small" Apple event and discuss the merits of corporate PR, the need of a small phone and the value of too many tablet sizes. Get every opinion on demand on our website http://dontpanic.io and be sure to subscribe on YouTube, iTunes, Stitcher, via RSS and in most major podcast apps. Picks of the week: FiveThirtyEight Interactives (Shaun Jennings) Mozart in the Jungle (Colby Rabideau) SUPERHOT (Dan Miller)

On this episode of Don't Panic, we mess up the recording so you miss much of our witty banter. Not to worry! This means we jump right into the tech news of the week including VR headsets for roller coasters, DirecTv's new streaming option, the value of Project Fi and so much more. Get every episode and links to our picks at http://dontpanic.io. Follow us on Twitter: @dontpanicshow Picks of the week: Levelator (Shaun Jennings) House of Cards (Season 4) (Dan Miller) Cooked (Colby Rabideau)

On this episode we begin with the Oscars as we discuss the movies that should (and should not) have won big at this year's Academy Awards. Then CRASH, our entire recording setup collapses! But that doesn't stop us from covering the launch of HoloLens and the Vive, Facebook reactions, some confusing new iPad rumors and Colby's luscious hair. Get everyone episode and links to our picks on our website http://dontpanic.io. Picks of the week: Raspberry PI 3 (Colby Rabideau) Last Week Tonight (Shaun Jennings) Mr. Robot (Dan Miller)

On this non-stop thrill ride of an episode we start by discussing Colby's cross country train adventure and Dan's big Red Fox reunion. Then we get into the single longest discussion in the history of the show around Apple's privacy battle with the FBI. We dissect the case and balance the needs of tech privacy and the government's investigation. What conclusions do we reach? You'll have to listen to find out, here and on http://dontpanic.io. Picks of the week: The Expanse (Dan Miller) Ready Player One (Colby Rabideau) Better Call Saul (Shaun Jennings)

On this 100% Colby free episode of Don't Panic we start with Dan's sickness and some ill-advised financial advice. Then we get into tech news including the end of the video game blockbuster, Twitter's recent stumbles and ISP data caps. All that plus a music pick you have to hear to believe! Get every episode on our website http://dontpanic.io. Picks of the week: H&R Block (Shaun Jennings) Family Dinner, Vol 2 (Snarky Puppy) (Dan Miller)

On this 100% Dan-free episode of Don't Panic we discuss the controversial algorithmic Twitter timeline and what it might mean for the future of the platform. We also brainstorm how Amazon could make the greatest retail store ever and look at Uber's strange new rebranding. Be sure to check out our website http://dontpanic.io and follow on Twitter @DontPanicShow Picks of the week: Oh, Hello (Colby Rabideau) Pagare (Shaun Jennings)

On this episode of Don't Panic we begin by discussing our interest in accepting bribes, Colby's shiny new boom arm and Dan's musical adventures. Then we get into actual tech news like the potential for a wirelessly charged iPhone, Venmo's pay every strategy and a Starry-eyed surprise. Plus: Owls! Get this and every episode at http://dontpanic.io and follow on Twitter: @dontpanicshow Picks of the week: IFTTT + Spotify (Colby Rabideau) Kuu Owl (Shaun Jennings) Sofar Sounds (Dan Miller)

We start this week's episode discussing Colby's sore throat, Dan's tips for surviving an NYC blizzard and Shaun's adventures in video gaming. Then we finally get to the tech news including Verizon's new FreeBee program, Facebook's new Sports Hub and what the future holds for a super small iPhone. Get all our info at http://dontpanic.io and be sure to subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher, YouTube, RSS or on most major podcast apps. Picks of the week: The Pixar Touch (Shaun Jennings) Forevery (Colby Rabideau) Alto's Adventure (Dan Miller)

On this week's show we talk about Shaun's big PC build, EA's new gaming subscription service, GoPro's recent struggle and the future of the action camera and Netflix's big $6 billion bet on content. Get every episode and links to our picks on our website http://dontpanic.io. Talk with us on Twitter: @dontpanicshow. Picks of the week: PCPartPicker (Shaun Jennings) Making a Murderer (Netflix) (Dan Miller) Trine 3 (Colby Rabideau)

We begin this episode talking regional dialects: What's up with the Boston A's? Why does everyone in Connecticut talk so perfectly? And what exactly is a "bubbler"? Then we actually talk about the tech at this year's CES from expensive VR rigs to expensive high-tech refrigerators to not-as-expensive electric cars. Get all your Don't Panic fill on our website http://dontpanic.io and on Twitter @dontpanicshow. Picks of the week: It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia (Shaun Jennings) Civizalation: Beyond Earth (Dan Miller) This Old House (Colby Rabideau)

In our first episode of 2016, we preview CES by discussing smart home gadgets and when they go too far. We also talk about Facebook's plan B, a new wifi standard for your small devices and our usual weekly picks. Get everything Don't Panic on our website, http://dontpanic.io and on Twitter @dontpanicshow. Picks of the week: Cosmos (Colby Rabideau) Poorly Drawn Lines (Shaun Jennings) Rebel Force Radio (Dan Miller)