In this episode of Technically Working, Michael and Damashe dive into a variety of tech topics and personal anecdotes, all while keeping the conversation light and engaging. Here’s what you can expect:

• New Tech Adventures: Michael shares his experience with the Dot Card Metal and Dot Band, digital business cards that use NFC technology. He discusses the setup process, challenges with accessibility, and the overall functionality of these innovative tools.

• Dynamic Ad Insertion: The duo discusses the pros and cons of dynamically inserted ads in podcasts and YouTube videos. They explore how AI could potentially improve the placement and relevance of these ads in the future.

• Braille Displays: Damashe gives an update on his experience with the Brailliant BI 40X, highlighting its features, usability, and how it compares to other braille displays he has used.

• New Employee Onboarding: Damashe talks about bringing on a new employee, the challenges of training, and the importance of finding the right fit for his business needs.

• Podcast Recommendations: Both hosts share some of their favorite podcasts, including Decoder and Business Wars, and discuss why these shows are worth a listen.

• Upcoming Events: Michael mentions his plans to attend CSUN and invites listeners to connect with him there. Damashe shares his upcoming attendance at the NFB of Alabama State Convention.

• Listener Interaction: The hosts encourage listeners to reach out with feedback, questions, or just to say hi. They provide various ways to get in touch, including email and Mastodon.

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• Michael on Mastodon: @payown@dragonscave.space
• Damashe on Mastodon: @Damashe@technically.social
• Email: feedback@technicallyworking.show
• Website: Technically Working

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In this episode, Demasi and Michael dive into their tech routines and recent changes. They discuss the challenges and solutions for managing audio settings on Mac, the simplicity of using tools like SoundSource and Audio Hijack, and the frustrations with TestFlight on new Macs. They also share an interesting experiment involving AI and non-techie users, and Demasi's recent experience purchasing a pistol online.

The conversation shifts to productivity tools, with Michael detailing his Python script for podcast downloads and Demasi's recent upgrade to Hazel 6, highlighting its new OCR capabilities. They also touch on the importance of clipboard history and the convenience of tools like LaunchBar.

A significant portion of the episode is dedicated to Demasi's switch from Google Workspace to Fastmail. He outlines the migration process, the benefits of Fastmail's features, and the cost savings compared to Google Workspace. They also tease upcoming discussions on dot cards and other tech gadgets.

Join the duo as they navigate their tech setups, share useful tips, and explore new tools to enhance productivity and efficiency.

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Damashe’s juggling a lot—running multiple businesses, managing employees, and trying to keep things moving while dealing with exhaustion. In this episode, he breaks down what’s been working (and what hasn’t), including hiring struggles, time mismanagement, and why being too busy can actually set you back.

Michael jumps in with some outside-the-box ideas, like tapping into Uber drivers and cleaning crews for better business logistics. They also chat about the B wearable device and whether AI-powered tools actually help or just add another layer of complexity.

• The impact of poor hiring choices and how to fix them
• Managing a business when your schedule keeps falling apart
• A real talk about energy levels, burnout, and figuring out what’s going on
• Testing AI wearables: B device vs. Plaud AI
• Thoughts on making tech more accessible and actually useful

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🤖 Plaud AI: https://plaud.ai
📌 The B Wearable: https://bangle.ai
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• Damashe: @damashe@technically.social
• Michael: @payown@dragonscave.space

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