197: Reviving the Facebook Poke and AI Chatbot Evolution, Nintendo to pull online plug for 3DS and Wii U, Baldur's Gate 3 Game of the Year, and Atari's Grand Trek 10 rewind, with our fan favorite "LETTERS" segment | Air Date: 3/17 - 3/23/24

TechTime with Nathan Mumm

Get ready to redefine the way you poke and play as we take a deep dive into Facebook's audacious move to bring back the 'poke'—this just might be the digital nudge you didn't know you needed. And if that tickles your fancy, wait until you get a load of NVIDIA's new AI chatbots set to transform gaming by infusing our beloved characters with life-like banter. But we're not just about fun and games; the unexpected end of Nintendo's online services for the 3DS and Wii U consoles sparks a serious conversation about preserving online gaming communities and what the future holds.
Cheers to Baldur's Gate 3's epic win as Game of the Year at the Golden Joystick Awards, a testament to its immersive world and community-driven content that's got everyone talking—including us. Our producer, the ever-charming Odi, joins us to unpack the whiskey, and not just through gameplay discussion but also with a smooth 1792 bourbon tasting that's sure to tantalize your palate. Hold onto your hats because we're also peeling back the layers on those pesky scam emails, offering a generous sprinkle of humor as we sift through the inbox clutter to keep you cyber-savvy.
As we wrap up, let's not forget the legacy of video games and the memories they hold, like Atari's Grand Trek 10—remember that one? Plus, we'll give you another reason to raise your glass with a final overview of that 1792 bourbon, marking the perfect end to an episode packed with innovation and laughter.
Remember, the world of tech doesn't slow down, and neither do we—join us again for more insights, stories, and a few good sips along the way. Until then, keep an ear out for what's next because here on TechTime Radio, "Mumm's the word."
Episode 197: Starts at :30

Episode 197:This week on TechTime with Nathan Mumm®, Welcome, fellow tech enthusiasts, to the radio show, where we blend bits and bytes into a delightful digital cocktail with a little whiskey on the side!

In a land where floppy disks are the golden tokens, Facebook emerges from the pixelated haze, the social media giant is on a mission to resurrect a forgotten relic: the 'poke.' Yes, you heard it right! They're trying to make 'poking' cool again. —it's TechTime Radio, and I am your Host, Nathan Mumm.

Stay tuned for all this and more, only on TechTime Radio with Nathan Mumm, the show that makes you go "Humm" Technology news of the week for March 17 - March 23, 2024
--- [Now on Today's Show]
--- [Top Stories in Technology]

• Portable online play is about to go dark. Will this move be the end for Nintendo?
• Baldur's Gate 3 has been named Game of the Year at The Game Awards 2023.
• Facebook is trying to make ‘poking’ cool again
• Nvidia is using AI to turn game characters into chatbots

--- [Pick of the Day - Whiskey Tasting Reveal]
1792 Aged 12 Years | 96.6 Proof | $60.00 / 750ml (~$120 Secondary)
--- [Letters]
TechTime Staff share this week's informative emails that were received during the week. This includes scams, phishing emails, and all-out mistruths disguised as legitimate emails.

--- [This Week in Technology]
March 18, 1974 - Atari Introduces Gran Trak 10. (A Car Racing Video Game)
--- [Marc's Whiskey Mumble]
Marc Gregoire's review of this week's whiskey
--- [Technology Fail of the Week]
This week’s “Technology Fail” comes to us from Apex Legends players worried about RCE flaw after ALGS hacks
--- [Mike's Mesmerizing Moment brought to us by StoriCoffee®]
Question: Why are some gamer environments "TOXIC"
--- [Nathan Nugget]
Mr Beast to do a "Game Show" on Amazon
--- [Pick of the Day Whiskey Review]
1792 Aged 12 Years | 96.6 Proof | $60.00 / 750ml (~$120 Secondary)
Mike: Thumbs Up
Nathan: Thumbs Up

Chapter

1. Tech Time Radio's Latest Tech News (00:00:00)

2. Award-Winning Game (00:10:12)

3. Tech Time Whiskey Tasting and Letters (00:21:36)

4. Scam Email Awareness and Analysis (00:26:06)

5. Video Game Legacy and Whiskey Review (00:39:36)

6. Technology and Innovation Celebration (00:55:00)