TEConnect Podcast - SoundSage

The first of our fun episodes to wrap up the year! Technology in popular culture has always been cyclical in how it’s influenced by what’s happening in the world and, in turn, influences and inspires us. In this episode, we examine that relationship and highlight some of the cultural milestones in film and television that introduced concepts that came true, as well as how popular technology impacts our entire way of life. How much did Star Trek get right about future tech? What tech is unlikely to ever happen or is so far off, it’s still science fiction? What are some of our favorite TV shows or movies for cool tech? It’s the episode where we get our geek on, with some special returning guests!

Our Favorite Pop Culture Tech:

Mike Stachura: SpaceX Earth to Earth rocket travel

Sam Kalany: Back to the Future II & WALL-E

James Korte: Election night touch screens

Mark Ryan: Plugging into the Matrix

Dean: Sampling in music (John references Andrew Bird one-man orchestra)

John: Holodeck

Terry Miller: Men in Black Neuralyzer & Star Trek Transporters