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Chaney and Zack reflect on the path that led from shifting show plans to the spring production of Bright Star. They discuss what made the show significant, how the program continued adapting to changing circumstances, and what it meant to see Pentucket theater and tech recognized through Sondheim Award nominations. The episode also looks ahead to what may be next, both for the program and for the podcast itself.

Chaney and Zack shift their attention to Pentucket’s return to larger-scale production work. After a brief follow-up on Macbeth, they dive into Anything Goes, highlighting the creative decisions, technical elements, and overall production effort that made the show stand out. The episode captures a moment when the program was regaining momentum and beginning to settle into a new rhythm.

Chaney and Zack continue their recap by focusing on how Pentucket Tech adapted after a period of major disruption. From spring performances and technical setbacks to improvements in livestreaming and production workflow, the episode explores the challenges of rebuilding while still moving forward. It’s a closer look at the trial-and-error, problem-solving, and progress that defined this chapter of the program’s recovery.

Chaney returns alongside Zack Hannula for a long-overdue catch-up on everything that has happened since the last installment of Chaney’s Tech Talk. Together, they look back on key productions, major milestones, and one of the most defining events in recent Pentucket history: the auditorium fire. The episode serves as the starting point for a broader reflection on how the program changed, how the community responded, and what came next.

Chaney Goldstein and Zack Hannula reintroduce Chaney’s Tech Talk with a series looking back at the last two years of Pentucket Tech — what changed, what mattered, and how it evolved.

Chaney reunites with Zack after two months in college to discuss new consumer tech trends, recent gadgets, and updates at Pentucket, reflecting on what has changed and reconnecting over shared experiences.

Chaney sits down with Zack Hannula, PR manager of Pentucket Tech, to discuss upcoming theater projects, the production team’s work, and the modern equipment and technology that power the auditorium experience.

Chaney returns with a fresh roundup of the week’s biggest tech stories. He dives into reports of what’s being called China’s largest-ever police data leak, raising major questions about cybersecurity and privacy. Chaney also unpacks the newly leaked specs for NVIDIA’s RTX 40-series graphics cards, exploring the hype and speculation circulating in the tech world. It’s a fast-paced episode full of insight, analysis, and Chaney’s signature take on what’s next in consumer tech.

Chaney offers a sneak peek into an upcoming series focused on reclaiming your digital privacy. He shares early thoughts on how to enjoy social media without handing over all your data, highlighting tools like Fritter, Sync, and alternatives to Vanced. It’s a thoughtful, forward-looking conversation about taking back control of your online presence—one app at a time.

Chaney finally fixes the Behringer UM2 audio interface that’s been giving him trouble for nearly two years. He reflects on the frustrating issues he’s faced since day one—and the simple solution that made it all worth it. It’s a satisfying tech redemption story you won’t want to miss.

Chaney shares his first impressions of setting up the Creality Ender 3 V2 and reflects on what the process was really like. From wobbly beds to leveling frustrations, he walks through the essential upgrades—like the EZABL and better bed springs—that turned his printing experience around. It’s a look at what it takes to go from out-of-the-box to reliable prints.

Chaney dives into the chaos of Black Friday, sorting through the standout deals and the ones that aren’t worth your time. From Amazon to Best Buy to Walmart, he shares what caught his eye, what to avoid, and how to shop smart during the biggest sale weekend of the year.

Chaney recaps Apple’s October hardware event and reflects on the major product announcements—from the powerhouse M1 Max chip to the redesigned 16-inch MacBook Pro. He also shares thoughts on the new AirPods 3 and what these updates mean for Apple fans and power users alike. It’s a deep dive into all the highlights from Apple’s latest showcase.

Chaney recaps Amazon’s latest launch event and explores the quirky mix of new tech on display. From the futuristic Amazon Astro robot to the unexpected smart soap dispenser, he unpacks the most interesting—and surprising—releases, including updates to the Echo Show, Kindle Paperwhite, Halo View, and more. It’s a fun look at where Amazon is headed next.

Chaney shares how he scored a free ClearStream Eclipse antenna in the wake of Locast shutting down. He walks through the setup process, talks about what channels he was able to get, and reflects on whether the experience lived up to the hype. It’s a short and honest take on cutting the cord—again.