There are some new, but familiar faces on the couch this week as Sorg is joined by Krause and Brian to talk about this week's tech headlines, including:

• Brian is sharing some of what he's working on these days!
• Brian is schooling us on how he uses multiple smart devices - in the same room.
• Brian is sharing how he uses Garmin Speak with Alexa as his Awesome Thing of the Week.
• Did you know you could actually have a conversation with your smart device?
• Krause is sharing a smart surge protector power strip as his Awesome Thing of the Week.
• Sorg's Awesome Thing of the Week is from his recent SAE trip. He's sharing how a team from Canada modified their plane for snowy conditions.
• Sorg and Brian both shared Bricksburgh - a LEGO pop-up bar, so of course we have to talk about it.
• We're learning about how SAE is using Facebook Portal for remote access onsite help.
• A-Train is the AI in Facebook Portal.
• We're talking about how Netflix has killed AirPlay support.
• Getting older is getting easier because of technology.
• Brian is sharing how he's using a vertical mouse, ergonomic keyboard, and a lumbar pillow from Amazon to counteract the results of his aging process.
• Google podcast is making in-episode searching easier by transcribing episodes.
• Microsoft is going to combine Xbox game pass and live into a monthly subscription?

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As for events? There's plenty happening this weekend through next that fit the bill for a great Valentine's Day option including I Made It Sweet (Made It Market), Pittsburgh's Vintage Mixer Sex Pop Up, Wigle Whiskey's 3rd Annual Spicy Soiree, Farm to Table's Local Food Tasting, Galentine's Day at Gluten Free Goat, and History Uncorked - Roaring 20s at the Heinz History Center. If you're looking for a nice dinner for two, Amanda and Steve suggest Braddocks' 4-course dinner, Spork, Eddie Merlot's Romance Package, or Revel and Roost's Prix Fixe menu. Top the night off with some sweet drinks and treats at Vinosky Winery, Pittsburgh Winery, PA Libations, Wigle Whiskey, Milkshake Factory, or Bella Christies!

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Remember to check out our friends at River's Edge (@RiversEdgePGH) - and our stream over there!

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