Welcome to Mindful Bytes, your go-to podcast for exploring the intersection of technology, social media trends, and digital strategy. Join our dynamic team as they dive into the fast-paced, ever-changing world of tech and social media, offering unique insights, practical tips, and a lot of laughs along the way. Meet Your Podcast Panel: • Brian Curee: A seasoned Gen X business leader and digital strategist, Brian isn't afraid to ask the tough questions that make you reflect on the 'why' and ' ...
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Metaverse Reality Check: Connection, Control & Digital Well-Being
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47:31Text Us 🧠 (Fan Mail) Let's dive deep into the Metaverse, reflecting on our three-year journey, and discussing the hidden pros and cons of immersive digital platforms. While the Metaverse offers unprecedented connection, are we fully aware of how it affects our mental health, relationships, and digital habits? During this episode we'll explore how a…
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TikTok Blackout & Security Concerns: Are The Threats Real Or Myths?
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36:49Text Us 🧠 (Fan Mail) The TikTok blackout revealed the emotional impact and deep connections users have with the platform, raising critical discussions about cybersecurity and personal dependency on social media. As Brian, Olivia and Ashton explore the aftermath of the blackout, they emphasize the importance of diversifying engagement methods beyond…
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Bluesky: A New Decentralized Social Media Platform and Battling Burnout
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33:32Text Us 🧠 (Fan Mail) In this episode we'll introduce you to Blue Sky, a new social media platform focused on putting users in control of there data and controlling what you see in feeds. Olivia shares how Blue Sky stands apart in the digital landscape, offering creators independence and users a refreshing, less overwhelming social media experience …
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AI-Powered Glasses and How They See the World
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41:46Text Us 🧠 (Fan Mail) Unlock the future of wearable tech with us as we explore Meta's groundbreaking AI-powered Ray-Ban glasses. What if your sunglasses could do more than just shield your eyes? Meet the smart eyewear that sees your world, all while letting you stay connected to the real world. Join Brian, Ashton, Olivia, and Shawna as we unveil how…
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Meta Flexed Their AI Muscle at Meta Connect 2024: Image Editing, Meta Ray-Bans & The Orions AR Glasses
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37:04Text Us 🧠 (Fan Mail) Curious about the latest in AI and mixed reality technology? Discover how Meta is pushing the boundaries with groundbreaking innovations. Join Shawna, Olivia, and Brian on Mindful Bytes as they unpack Meta Connect 2024's jaw-dropping announcements. From the affordable Quest 3s headset to significant updates in Horizon World, we…
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Trust Issues: From Fake Reviews to Ethical Consumerism
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19:26Text Us 🧠 (Fan Mail) Can we trust reviews anymore, or have they become part of the marketing game? In this episode of Mindful Bytes, we discuss the reliability of online reviews. With the rise of fake and paid reviews, can consumers trust what they’re reading anymore? The podcast panel explore how reviews have evolved, and how marketers are manipul…
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From TikTok for Kids (Zigazoo) to Instagram For Teens
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31:02Text Us 🧠 (Fan Mail) How safe is social media for our kids? On this episode of Mindful Bytes, we explore the app Zigazoo, often dubbed "TikTok for kids." Discover how Zigazoo aims to provide a safer online environment for children aged eight and up with features like parental controls, human-reviewed content, and educational challenges. The panel w…
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AI Friendships, Becoming Invisible to Stand Out & Instagram's DM Focus
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45:15Text Us 🧠 (Fan Mail) Could AI become your close friend? What if becoming “invisible” could help your business stand out? Have your heard about Instagram's new DM features? In this episode of Mindful Bytes, you'll be introduced to a new AI gadget and how it can potentially become your next friend. We'll explore using the private feed to deepen conne…
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Personal vs Business Brands, ManyChat's Auto Responder, Benefits & Pitfalls Using Health Apps & AI Regulations
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46:50Text Us 🧠 (Fan Mail) What’s more effective: building a personal brand or focusing on your company’s brand? Are wellness apps really beneficial, or do they pose hidden risks? How can chatbots like ManyChat enhance your social media engagement? Are AI-generated content and deepfakes a threat to online authenticity? In this episode of Mindful Bytes, w…
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AI Ethics, Digital Detox, Google’s Battle, Social Media Shifts, an AI Call Recorder Gadget
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49:51Text Us 🧠 (Fan Mail) Do you trust the companies behind the tech you use every day, or are you concerned about the power they hold? In this episode of Mindful Bytes, the team dives into the fascinating yet sometimes intimidating world of emerging technologies. We touch on AI facial recognition, the implications of Google's potential breakup, and why…
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AI Solutions & Concerns, Phantom Vibration Revisit & Social Media During an Election Year
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33:49Text Us 🧠 (Fan Mail) In this episode, Brian shares how AI is reshaping various industries, from recruitment to customer service and even sports coaching. Imagine having AI help you make smarter inventory decisions or reducing daily tasks. But with these advancements come real concerns about privacy and regulation. We'll discuss two stories recently…
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The Right to Disconnect, Bridging Generational Gaps & Healthy Boundaries
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36:07Text Us 🧠 (Fan Mail) Can a law protect your personal time from work demands? Join us for a special edition of the Mindful Bytes podcast, recorded live from the Metaverse, as we debate France's law that gives workers the right to disconnect from work communications outside of office hours. Our panel—Brian, Shawna, Olivia, and Ashton—brings a wealth …
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Instagram's DM Dilemma, Tech's Impact on Creativity, Ready vs Done Mindset & AI Now
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37:48Text Us 🧠 (Fan Mail) Can Instagram's latest update transform your business interactions, or will it complicate communication beyond repair? Join us on Mindful Bytes as we dissect Instagram's significant change to business accounts—now, you can only receive DMs from users you follow. Let's discuss the pros and cons with Olivia, from reducing spam to…
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Solitude vs. Loneliness, Managing Smartphone Distractions, and Authentic Instagram Engagement Strategies
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35:49Text Us 🧠 (Fan Mail) Have you ever felt lonelier after scrolling through social media? We discuss why this happens and how you can counteract it by focusing inward. Could solitude be the cure for loneliness? Join us on Mindful Bytes as we explore this compelling idea, drawing on insights from Wendell Berry to reveal how purposeful alone time can de…
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iPhones Banned in the Workplace, TikTok vs Google, Loneliness Epidemic, and Metaverse Updates
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30:22Text Us 🧠 (Fan Mail) How would you feel if iPhones were banned at your workplace? Could TikTok really replace Google? Join us as we explore a fascinating study by Adobe that reveals surprising shifts in consumer behavior. Our discussion doesn't stop there! We'll confront the epidemic of loneliness in America. Is technology bringing us together or d…
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Text Us 🧠 (Fan Mail) Curious about how technology influences our daily lives and mental well-being? Join us on the inaugural episode of Mindful Bytes, where Brian, our Gen X business leader, brings together a vibrant panel of co-hosts including Olivia, the social media-savvy millennial, Ashton, the Gen Z tech enthusiast, Shawna, the not-so-tech-sav…
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