Grumpy Old Bens

Hosted by Ryan Bemrose and Darren O'Neill

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261

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Dec 2024

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Two Old Guys Yelling At The Cloud

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December 21, 2024Episode 2591 hr 56 min

Episode 259: A Christmas Miracle

ChatGPT 4o1 says: “Listen up, you sorry lot of keyboard warriors and living-room commandos—the boys are back and this Grumpy Old Bens episode is a double-barreled blast of no-nonsense holiday havoc and bone-crushing tech talk that’d make a Navy SEAL blush. Strap in as these two grizzled vets of the podcasting trenches rip the wrapping … <a href="https://grumpyoldbens.com/2024/12/21/episode-259-a-christmas-miracle/" class="more-link">Continue reading "Episode 259: A Christmas Miracle"</a>

June 5, 2024Episode 258

Episode 258: Podcaster Hallucinations

ChatGPT says: “Dive into the latest episode of Grumpy Old Bens, where hosts Darren O’Neill and Ryan Bemrose tackle a whirlwind of hot-button issues and cultural phenomena. From the fiery pronoun debate and the impact of participation trophy culture to the WNBA’s latest controversy and the intriguing Trump effect, no topic is off-limits. Explore Australia’s … <a href="https://grumpyoldbens.com/2024/06/05/episode-258-podcaster-hallucinations/" class="more-link">Continue reading "Episode 258: Podcaster Hallucinations"</a>

May 29, 2024Episode 257

Episode 257: Hetero Monkeypox Pandemic

ChatGPT says: “This episode brings you a lively and unfiltered discussion on the most pressing tech stories of the day. They dive deep into the wild world of AI, uncovering both the groundbreaking advancements and the hilarious blunders, from AI’s struggle with sarcasm to the absurdity of AI-generated advice. They also share personal anecdotes on … <a href="https://grumpyoldbens.com/2024/05/29/episode-257-hetero-monkeypox-pandemic/" class="more-link">Continue reading "Episode 257: Hetero Monkeypox Pandemic"</a>

May 15, 2024Episode 2562 hr 4 min

Episode 256: Going To Work

ChatGPT says: “In episode 256 of Grumpy Old Ben’s, hosts Darren O’Neill and Ryan Bemrose dive into a range of engaging topics, from the complexities of working remotely and the impact of corporate policies on employee morale to the intriguing yet unsettling advancements in AI technology, such as deepfakes recreating voices of deceased loved ones. … <a href="https://grumpyoldbens.com/2024/05/15/episode-256-going-to-work/" class="more-link">Continue reading "Episode 256: Going To Work"</a>

April 24, 2024Episode 2552 hr 7 min

Episode 255: Biometric Blues

Tech, politics, comedy, and much, much more on this episode of Grumpy Old Bens! From software updates to city busses spying on you, we’ve got you covered. Thanks for listening, and thank you to those who support the show! EXECUTIVE PRODUCER:Sir Sean of the Allegheny Valley ASSOCIATE-EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:aerostaciaAnastasia TreklessircussmediaSir Truck DriverEricPPJoel WCBrookyln112WiirdoafrothymixSirNoldusCSB – https://www.csb.lol | … <a href="https://grumpyoldbens.com/2024/04/24/episode-255-biometric-blues/" class="more-link">Continue reading "Episode 255: Biometric Blues"</a>

April 17, 2024Episode 2541 hr 54 min

Episode 254: Node Business

This episode discusses whether AI can reason, setting up a Bitcoin and Lightning node, Umbrel crashing a network, opening channels, and much, much more! Thanks for listening, and thank you to those who support the show! EXECUTIVE PRODUCER:Bruce Blessinger ASSOCIATE-EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:Sir Fudge FountainSir Truck DriverSir Sean of the Allegheny ValleyJoel WafrothymixSirNoldusCSB – https://www.csb.lol | https://x.com/csb … <a href="https://grumpyoldbens.com/2024/04/17/episode-254-node-business/" class="more-link">Continue reading "Episode 254: Node Business"</a>

April 10, 2024Episode 2532 hr 0 min

Episode 253: Broadband Nutrition

This episode discusses the right to repair, net neutrality, when AI is not AI, and much, much more! Thanks for listening, and thank you to those who support the show! EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:SpeedyBubbleDonald Mills ASSOCIATE-EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:Srinivas MurtySir Sean of the Allegheny ValleyJoel WSirNoldusCSB – https://www.csb.lol | https://x.com/csb THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT! We hope you enjoy … <a href="https://grumpyoldbens.com/2024/04/10/episode-253-broadband-nutrition/" class="more-link">Continue reading "Episode 253: Broadband Nutrition"</a>

April 3, 2024Episode 2521 hr 57 min

Episode 252: Trolling Along

This episode discusses hate speech, the minimum wage, feeding the trolls, and much, much more! Thanks for listening, and thank you to those who support the show! EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:AerostaticaBrian Genack ASSOCIATE-EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:Steve E.Sir Sean of the Allegheny ValleySir Truck DriverCSB – https://www.csb.lol | https://x.com/csb THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT! We hope you enjoy the show, … <a href="https://grumpyoldbens.com/2024/04/03/episode-252-trolling-along/" class="more-link">Continue reading "Episode 252: Trolling Along"</a>

March 27, 2024Episode 2512 hr 9 min

Episode 251: Find My SWAT Team

This episode breaks down the Florida law that makes it illegal for children under the age of 14 to use social media, EV requirements, a SWAT team targeting an innocent family, making a Raspberry Pi do bad things, and more! Thanks for listening, and thank you to those who support the show! EXECUTIVE PRODUCER:Sir AnonymousSir … <a href="https://grumpyoldbens.com/2024/03/27/episode-251-find-my-swat-team/" class="more-link">Continue reading "Episode 251: Find My SWAT Team"</a>

March 20, 2024Episode 2501 hr 58 min

Episode 250: Deep Spate

This episode breaks down stupid laws from the left and the right, and a whole lot more! Thanks for listening, and thank you to those who support the show! EXECUTIVE PRODUCER:Bruce BlessingerProgo – https://smallcomputer.usSrinivas MurtyAnastasia Trekles ASSOCIATE-EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:Sir Fudge FountainNA Millennial – https://namillennial.comSir Truck DriverNetNedCSB – https://www.csb.lol THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT! We hope you … <a href="https://grumpyoldbens.com/2024/03/20/episode-250-deep-spate/" class="more-link">Continue reading "Episode 250: Deep Spate"</a>