KMUD - Tech Mud
Garth Epling and Rick Silva
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The good, the bad, and the chaotic neutral of technology
This month Garth and Rick talk local internet headaches when your fiber goes dark and nobody has answers, the showdown between Anthropic and OpenAI over Pentagon AI contracts and who gets to decide…
Tech Mud - The Rise of Data Tracking and How To Protect Personal Information
In this episode of Tech Mud, Garth and Rick focus on digital privacy in 2026 and how surveillance tech, AI systems, traffic cameras, and everyday apps are collecting more data than most people…
Tech Mud - Privacy Concerns of Surveillance Tech and Reflections on 2025's AI Decisions
In this episode of Tech Mud, Garth and Rick dig into real-world tech topics shaped by listener call-ins, including questions about security cameras, traffic monitoring, and how surveillance tech is…
Tech Mud – 2025's AI, Tech Issues, and Cybersecurity Concerns
In this episode of Tech Mud, Garth and Rick look back at the AI landscape of 2025, what actually mattered, and what turned out to be hype. Along the way, they dig into real-world tech issues,…
Tech Mud - Linux Discussion
Garth & Rick discuss the pros and cons of Linux, including how it can revive old hardware and keep it out of the e-waste pile. They also dive into what we can look forward to—or fear—in the tech…
Tech MUD: CES, AI Fakes, and Fire Conspiracies
Garth and Rick briefly attempt to discuss CES before diving into the massive amount of fake AI-generated videos and photos circulating online about the SoCal fires. They also explore corporate news…
Last Minute Gifts
Tech News for the last 30 days and last minutes gifts for Christmas shopping with shipping deadlines and some item suggestions.
Tech Mud – November 20th Episode
Join Garth and Rick on Tech Mud as they explore the latest in technology and its effects on our daily lives. In this episode: Local Business Faces a $70K Scam Attempt – Learn how a Humboldt business…
Tech Mud - Tech implications of Israel's intelligence in the supply chain and more
Garth and Rick dive into the latest tech news during the KMUD membership drive.Garth shares a personal story about his inkjet printer downloading a firmware update that now blocks cheaper generic ink…
Tech Mud - Hacked camera in your own home and more
Garth and Rick take calls and dive into the latest tech news.A local listener was using an enormous amount of data, only to discover it was due to a hacked camera in their home—scary!They also…
Tech Mud - How modern cars are spying on you and more
Garth and Rick discuss how modern cars are spying on you and the massive profits the industry is making by buying and selling the data your car collects.They also cover local news about social…
Tech Mud - Windows 11 takes screenshots every few minutes
This episode from June 19th, 2024 covers topics such as the installation of Starlink Gen 3, issues with PG&E, a toothbrush rendered unusable by an Amazon update, and the growing problem of…
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KMUD - Tech Mud has published 12 episodes since October 2024, covering topics in News, Society & Culture.
KMUD - Tech Mud is currently highly active with new episodes monthly. Average episode length is 56m.
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