Best Nrs Podcasts (2025)

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Selling Hardware Longevity w/Logic Controls' Paul Peralta & Brian Wheeler 53:10

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Planned obsolescence and routine replacement cycles are common in the consumer electronics industry. Those concepts also infiltrate enterprise hardware, undermining the notion that business equipment should be rugged, durable, and suitable for years of day-to-day use. If you're eager to swap out mobile computers, POS devices, printers, and other ha…

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From the Archives: How to Sell Connectivity Solutions w/iONLINE's Dave Farquharson & BlueStar's Jim Hilton 1:03:55

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In two weeks, we'll be focusing on fleet & deliver driver safety and technology to minimize distractions. In preparation, we thought it would be helpful to revisit the importance of reliable, enterprise-ready connectivity to enable such solutions. Enjoy! * * * Originally published March 13, 2025 Mobile computing, IoT, AI, RFID, robotics, mPOS…the f…

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Retail Modernization 2.0 w/Intel's Rob Risany & Elo's Luke Wilwerding 1:07:32

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A couple of years ago, Intel's Kristen Call joined the pod to discuss what retail modernization meant and how VARs should align their solutions for the future. Now, as the AI conversation grows louder, what has changed, and what did we get right back then? Returning guests Rob Risany & Luke Wilwerding talk expectations, skepticism, selling value, a…

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Scrappy Marketing w/OrderCounter's Crystal Barrineau and BlueStar's James Korte 1:28:42

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We're getting scrappy this week to nerd out over marketing practices that don't require big budgets or large staffs. OrderCounter's Crystal Barrineau suggested this topic and volunteered her expertise as a scrappy marketer! Our own James Korte joins her for a valuable conversation about why marketing matters, real examples of simple-but-effective c…

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#413: Evo 2025 (As Told By StaticGorilla) 1:29:32

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Evo 2025 is in the books, and StaticGorilla brings a full breakdown of his experience—from the layout and artist alley to the pools and tournament play. We talk about how this year’s venue changes impacted the vibe, arcade setups, and why this may have been the most well-organized EVO yet. They also unpack global EVO expansion, MvC2 cameos, and mor…

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Meet the BlueStar Network & Connectivity Experts 1:11:01

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You probably sell a lot of cool tech…mobile computers, POS systems, digital signage, printers, RFID, etc, and most of that stuff is designed to send and receive data and communicate with other systems, so it’s only as good as the networks it’s connected to. Is that connectivity something you are selling? Are you leaving it to specialized providers,…

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#412: Evo 2025 Incoming, 2XKO Updates, and Mortal Kombat 2 Trailer 1:19:24

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Evo 2025 is right around the corner, and Double Tap is breaking down everything leading up to the biggest fighting game event of the year. The crew dives into the latest 2XKO updates, including Vi’s gameplay trailer and major system changes for the upcoming beta. Plus, they dissect the Mortal Kombat 2 movie trailer and highlight key reveals from Ke…

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A Modern VAR’s Guide to Selling Digital Signage w/LG’s Mike Stachura & Matt Waidley 1:10:45

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LG's Mike Stachura is bringing his incredible energy and enthusiasm for digital signage back to the pod (and in-studio!) with Disty Sales Director Matt Waidley. They are discussing current trends in signage, their favorite use cases, how AI is changing deployments and potential applications, and what's new with LG. Slip into some comfy shoes and en…

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From the Archives: Generative AI, Employee Experience, Cybersecurity & More w/LG’s Mike Stachura & Aaron Addison 1:22:37

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LG's Mike Stachura brings his incredible energy back to the pod next week, so we thought we'd revisit his last appearance, which covered a wide range of topics and was a lot of fun. Originally released Aug 24th, 2023 * * * An epic AI trilogy deserves an epic conclusion, so this week, we welcomed LG’s Mike Stachura & Aaron Addison into the studio fo…

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TEC Bytes 21 - We're Gonna Need a Bigger Podcast 1:00:36

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We're sharing another batch of interesting reads, trends, lists, and studies to give you something to discuss while waiting for your next meeting to start, over lunch with a client, or with friends and family. Topics: An all-AI agent company? 2024 restaurant trends The world's wealthiest and happiest cities Why Americans are working less What happe…

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#411: EVO 2025 News, Guilty Gear Strive Updates, and Street Fighter 6 Swimsuits 1:15:56

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Crash and Static Gorilla dive into Evo’s record-breaking Marvel vs. Capcom 2 tournament numbers, the evolving Tekken 8 and Street Fighter 6 landscape, and what players can expect at EWC with big payouts on the line. They also cover Guilty Gear Strive’s Anime Expo panel, the Lucy reveal coming to Evo, and how Cyberpunk’s Edgerunners music will shake…

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Advice from a POS Reseller w/NRS’ Elie Katz 52:47

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This week, we're seeking insights, advice, and experiences from one of our customers in the channel. Elie Katz, Founder & CEO of National Retail Solutions, tells us about building a POS business aimed at helping independent merchants compete against large chains and still have access to the latest and greatest technology. How can SMB VARs & ISVs st…

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Building Your AI Solutions Foundation w/Elo’s Luke Wilwerding 57:00

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"It's put up or shut up time for AI!" proclaims John on this week's episode. He and Dean are ready to see real, tangible applications with AI. Thankfully, Elo's Luke Wilwerding brings the goods by helping us explore AI's actual potential and the tools and infrastructure VARs need to bring those solutions to their customers. How is AI already impact…

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NetherKast Ep. 167: Top 10 Mortal Kombat Stages!

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https://archive.org/download/top-10-mortal-kombat-stages-nether-kast-ep-167/Top%2010%20Mortal%20Kombat%20Stages_%20NetherKast%20ep%20167.mp3By Stephan Johnson

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#410: CEO 2025, Marvel Tokon, and Evo Registration Leaderboard 1:26:29

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Mr. World Wide (StaticGorilla) talks about his experiences at CEO 2025 and its return back home to Orlando. They discuss the surprise announcement of Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls made by Arc System Works, as well as EVO 2025 registration leaderboard. They talk a bit about the importance of supporting your locals, and dig into the outlook for fighti…

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Clinical Mobility Survey w/Zebra’s Kassaundra McKnight-Young 1:02:59

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Our latest BlueStar Nation survey tackles mobile device usage, challenges, and expectations for clinical healthcare workers. To help us break down the data, we turned to an expert, Zebra's Healthcare CNIO Industry Principal Kassaundra McKnight-Young, to not only explain the benefits of enterprise mobility in the industry but also share her perspect…

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The New Era of Edge w/Scale Computing’s Jeff Ready 52:39

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As more devices, solutions, and emerging tech like AI & machine vision demand rapid, near-instantaneous processing and response, relying solely on the cloud and centralized servers may not be enough. Scale Computing is helping VARs address the need for decentralization, and their CEO, Jeff Ready, joins the pod this week to provide context and a pat…

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NetherKast Ep. 166: Ranking Mortal Kombat Games!

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NetherKast Ep. 165: 10 Year Anniversary

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https://archive.org/download/nether-kast-165-10-year-anniversary/NetherKast%20165%20-%2010%20Year%20Anniversary_.mp3By Stephan Johnson

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#409: SF6 & CotW Patches, Combo Breaker 2025, and Nen x Impact Demo 1:11:18

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We discuss the latest Street Fighter 6 updates, including Elena’s debut and our take on how she could shift the meta. We also break down City of the Wolves newest patch means for characters like Hotaru and Hokutomaru. From our personal Combo Breaker experiences to exclusive stories behind-the-scenes, we share what made this year’s event special. Pl…

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How are Kitchens Evolving to Meet New Demands? w/Star Micronics’ Christophe Naasz 58:26

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The modern kitchen serves many masters: food safety standards, "I want it now and I want it here" consumers, and delivery companies enabling those consumers. How are those demands influencing restaurant technology in the kitchen and front-of-the-house? Star Micronics' Christophe Naasz joins to explain. How do label printers and modern scanning solu…

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How Should Government VARs Navigate Trump 2.0? with Jeff Smith 49:02

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The new Trump administration has been busy rolling back initiatives from previous administrations and rapidly overhauling government agencies. If you sell into the public sector, what do these rapid changes mean? We turn, as always, to our government guru, EVerged's Jeff Smith, to provide guidance. What is happening with EV charging rollouts and op…

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#408: Evo Japan Announcements, MK1 Definitive Edition, and the NRS Curse 56:07

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Evo Japan brought major news across the FGC, and we’re breaking it all down. From Virtua Fighter's long-awaited return to a surprising Street Fighter x Overwatch crossover, this episode is packed with hype and controversy. We dive deep into the MK1 “Definitive Edition” and whether it signals the end—or just another chapter—for NetherRealm. Plus, we…

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From the Archives - EV Charging & Sustainable Energy w/EVerged's Jeff Smith 1:01:29

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A run of new episodes starts next week with Jeff Smith returning to discuss government tech sales under the new Trump administration and the state of EV charging opportunities. To prepare, let's revisit Jeff's last appearance! * * * *Originally released May 9, 2024* The electric & hybrid vehicle market continues to grow, spurred by government inves…

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Bonus Round: Evo Japan 2025 49:59

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In this Bonus Round we break down Evo Japan 2025. We chat about incredible third strike comebacks during the Cooperation Cup, along with the diversity of playstyles in both Street Fighter 6 and Tekken 8. Along with the highs came some lows, particularly those technical difficulties that interrupted several matches. We also take issue with organizer…

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Are Digital Displays Frustrating Educators & Their IT? 50:25

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"This is your roadmap," says Dean about our latest BlueStar Nation end-user survey results. We surveyed 125 education teachers, administrators, and IT leaders about their experiences using and deploying digital displays in the classroom. What frustrates them? Why aren't they using more interactive displays? Who is responsible for maintenance and su…

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From the Archives - The Intersection of AI & Digital Signage w/Elo's Kristin Roubie 1:00:08

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We'll be back next week, breaking down a survey from Educators, but until then, let's revisit this conversation exploring how touchscreen displays complement AI solutions. *Originally released August 8th, 2024* ----------------------------------- We’re talking more about AI with Elo’s Kristin Roubie, this time regarding digital displays and industr…

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Bonus Round: Beyond the Character Select Screen 1:09:55

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In this Bonus Round we discuss the rich and often overlooked lore of fighting games. Joined by Ambie Award-winner Aaron David Harris, we explore the narrative power behind iconic characters from Street Fighter, Mortal Kombat, Tekken, and Guilty Gear. From family drama to mysterious origins, discover how story, design, and personal connection shape …

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Beyond the Field with Kevin Estela: Building a Mindset for the Outdoors 1:05:22

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How to sharpen your skills, shift your mindset, and thrive in wild places. Craig Caudill sits down with survival expert Kevin Estela to unpack his new book Beyond the Field, a deep dive into wilderness living, hunter’s mindset, and leadership in the outdoors. If you're ready to do more than survive, and truly thrive in the wild, this one’s for you.…

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Tech Nostalgia w/Sarah Schlueter 1:06:50

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Technology is rapidly advancing, and new inventions and innovations make our lives easier, but do you ever miss something simpler? That's the subject of this week's episode. Is it nostalgia, or do we get stubborn as we age? Sarah Schlueter, an old soul herself, joins us (with props!). When did we feel like we were on the cutting edge of tech adopti…

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From the Archives - Generative AI's Past, Present, & Future with Honeywell's Michael Groskopf 1:05:28

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As AI continues to be a hot topic, we're looking to spotlight practical, tangible use cases on the pod this year, both within your business and solutions for your customers. Look for new episodes soon that address this topic, but in the meantime, if you missed it, check out this conversation we had with Honeywell's Michael Groskopf. *Originally rel…

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#407: Evo Japan Entry, CotW Character Showcase, and Tekken 8 in Shambles 53:04

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Lots happening in the FGC right now. We have Evo Japan registration numbers rolling in and showing another huge turnout for Street Fighter 6. We discuss why that could be, and also talk registration numbers for other games. We dig into the character showcase for City of the Wolves, and also discuss the current community feelings around the game and…

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TEC Bytes 20 – Take Us Out to the Ballgame 1:07:11

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Sure, we're no longer the TEConnect Podcast, but TEC Bytes--our occasional round-up of interesting articles, lists, rankings, research, tech topics, and more--lives on! Here's what we're discussing: The Most Innovative Countries in 2024 Best inventions of 2024 Top low-stress/high-paying jobs COVID pandemic 5 years later Most technologically advance…

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Retailers Speak! -- Support, mPOS, Payments & More 50:45

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Finding new opportunities in retail isn't easy. There is a lot of market saturation, a lot of competition, and a lot of technology options. But, it’s also a lucrative industry when you win business, so we want to give you an edge by equipping you with end-user data—actual insights from retailers about their tech in use, wishlist items, and support …

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#406: 2XKO Update, CotW Beta 2 Recap, GGST Venom, and AWT 2025 Results 1:37:34

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Lots has happened over the last 2 weeks! We talk about the 2XKO Alpha Lab 2 coming over Easter weekend, featuring new characters and mechanics, and debate the pros and cons of launching with just ten characters. We recap our experience with CotW Beta 2, and discuss Ronaldo as a guest characters. We break down the intricacies of Venom in Guilty Gear…

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Has Pop Culture Ruined the Facial Recognition Market? w/CyberLink’s Terry Schulenburg 54:40

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Facial recognition has become common for personal mobile devices, relying on our unique biological features for security and access control. However, the technology is still somewhat controversial in the broader business world. Terry Schulenburg with CyberLink, makers of FaceMe, will help us understand the technology, how the controversy is mainly …

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The Human Element of Automation w/Newcastle's Kevin Ledversis & Honeywell's Kelley Wood 58:13

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Supply chain jobs in warehouses, manufacturing, and delivery are still facing a challenging labor market. At the same time, costs remain high, and consumer demands create more pressure to make, distribute, and deliver products quickly. That’s where automation technology has come in to help, but it’s not a total replacement for people, which makes i…

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Bonus Round: What Makes Fighting Games Special? 1:20:06

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In this Bonus Round we welcome back Aaron David Harris to discuss what makes these fighting games we love so much special. We discuss what actually is a fighting game, the music and art of fighting games, and the unique fighting game community. Episode URL: https://mtb.gg/3n6 Show Twitter: twitter.com/doubletapfgc Host: Andres Mirandes twitter.com/…