Host - Angela Fisher

Angela Fisher

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Latest Episodes with Angela Fisher

The Knives Are Out for Open Source AI | The Launch 🚀 76

The Knives Are Out for Open Source AI | The Launch 🚀 76

22 July 2026

China’s open-source AI models are catching up fast, rattling American labs, threatening their business models, and triggering a growing push to regulate or outright block the competition.
Flock Around and Find Out | The Launch 🚀 75

Flock Around and Find Out | The Launch 🚀 75

15 July 2026

More than 115,000 Flock-style cameras now scan America’s streets billions of times each month. But this summer, a growing resistance is taking matters, and the cameras, into its own hands.
The Windows Fingerprint | The Launch 🚀 74

The Windows Fingerprint | The Launch 🚀 74

8 July 2026

A Scattered Spider arrest reveals how a VPN wasn’t enough when Windows device telemetry helped investigators connect the dots.
RAM Racket | The Launch 🚀 73

RAM Racket | The Launch 🚀 73

1 July 2026

A new lawsuit claims RAM prices are being driven by a conspiracy to fix supply, but is that the real story, or just cope?
Open Scare | The Launch 🚀 72

Open Scare | The Launch 🚀 72

24 June 2026

Free and open AI models get cast as the villain, Valve’s Steam Machine gets mugged by RAM prices, and we check who’s selling the panic popcorn.
Out of Stock | The Launch 🚀 71

Out of Stock | The Launch 🚀 71

17 June 2026

SpaceX went public, raised more money than any IPO in history, and then traded like there were barely any shares to buy. Today we sort out the hype, the float, the Cursor deal, and what this actually says about the future of space and AI.
The Things Tim Didn't Tell Us | The Launch 🚀 70

The Things Tim Didn't Tell Us | The Launch 🚀 70

10 June 2026

Angela and Chris catch up on the hobbies that survive real life, then sweep up the WWDC 2026 details that slipped under the AI hype.
Remember the Friday Stream | The Launch 🚀 69

Remember the Friday Stream | The Launch 🚀 69

3 June 2026

Angela shares her latest household gadget rabbit hole, Chris reveals a few secret plans, and we say goodbye to binge watching as the shared TV obsession fades into the algorithmic void.
Holy IPO | The Launch 🚀 68

Holy IPO | The Launch 🚀 68

27 May 2026

Anthropic went to the Vatican to tell the Pope their AI is experiencing "fear and grief." A genuine moral warning, or the most brilliant pre-IPO marketing stunt in tech history?
Birds of Law | The Launch 🚀 67

Birds of Law | The Launch 🚀 67

20 May 2026

How the accidental chicken farmer pulled it together and built the ultimate chicken fort. Plus, the conclusion to the AI trial of the year.
Bid Rejected | The Launch 🚀 66

Bid Rejected | The Launch 🚀 66

13 May 2026

eBay dodged a bullet this week, and we dig into the wild story of GameStop’s attempted hostile takeover. Plus, we start plotting summer plans and do a quick check-in on the Musk v. Altman trial.
Safety for You, Features for Me | The Launch 🚀 65

Safety for You, Features for Me | The Launch 🚀 65

6 May 2026

The Musk v. Altman trial is getting messy fast — and nobody’s walking away clean. Musk wants the story to be a stolen mission. OpenAI wants it framed as a sore-loser lawsuit from a rival.
Big Tech Receipts | The Launch 🚀 64

Big Tech Receipts | The Launch 🚀 64

29 April 2026

With a full LinuxFest Northwest crew is still in the mix, we dig into our favorite kind of drama, big tech email leaks. Then, Chris explains why he’s skipping conference talks this year.
High Availability Hens | The Launch 🚀 63

High Availability Hens | The Launch 🚀 63

22 April 2026

Chris is one month into chicken dad life, almost nothing has gone as planned, and we react to Tim Cook stepping down.
Fake News is Good News | The Launch 🚀 62

Fake News is Good News | The Launch 🚀 62

15 April 2026

Some of our favorite parody news from around the web, plus a stinky chicken update, and a nostalgic lookback at GPS navigation tech for our cars.
History Made | The Launch 🚀 61

History Made | The Launch 🚀 61

8 April 2026

The Artemis II crew is headed back to Earth, and they've already made history. We'll look at the highlights, tech issues, and how that ride around the dark side went.
Accidental Chicken Farmer | The Launch 🚀 60

Accidental Chicken Farmer | The Launch 🚀 60

1 April 2026

Chris' farm has new management, and they are extremely small. Six baby chicks, instant family buy-in, and the start of a whole new adventure.
Empty Nests and Pleasure Chests | The Launch 🚀 59

Empty Nests and Pleasure Chests | The Launch 🚀 59

25 March 2026

Chris and Ang imagine the next chapter after the kids leave home, Brent survives a packed week, and we dig into a fantastic batch of calls.
Full Self Drying | The Launch 🚀 58

Full Self Drying | The Launch 🚀 58

18 March 2026

Self-driving cars are closer than most people realize, and they’re already out on the road with you. We dig into the latest robotaxi hype, the skepticism, and the road trip that changed our minds.
Green Beer, Gone Marriage | The Launch 🚀 57

Green Beer, Gone Marriage | The Launch 🚀 57

11 March 2026

Green beer and ancient legends are the easy part. It’s the memories attached to the day that make it unforgettable.
Panic from the Past | The Launch 🚀 56

Panic from the Past | The Launch 🚀 56

25 February 2026

In 1896, critics claimed the bicycle was "the devil’s advance agent." In 1860, doctors swore trains traveling over 30 mph caused "instant insanity." Today, the panic has a new face and a $20 million price tag.
Apple Killed the YouTube Star | The Launch 🚀 55

Apple Killed the YouTube Star | The Launch 🚀 55

18 February 2026

Apple is bringing video to Apple Podcasts, promising seamless switching between watching and listening. Why Chris isn’t convinced the bigger picture will play out the way Apple hopes.
Discord's Discord | The Launch 🚀 54

Discord's Discord | The Launch 🚀 54

11 February 2026

Discord is rolling out mandatory face scans, and the internet is furious. The debate is loud about privacy, safety, and backlash. But a quieter incentive is driving this move, and almost no one is talking about it yet.
Move Fast, Leak Things | The Launch 🚀 53

Move Fast, Leak Things | The Launch 🚀 53

4 February 2026

All the bot hype has resulted in some hilariously bad security vulnerabilities. Who could have seen that coming? We'll cover some of the worst.
The Moltbot Moment | The Launch 🚀 52

The Moltbot Moment | The Launch 🚀 52

28 January 2026

People are buying Mac minis to run a bot. Seriously. We explain the ClawdBot (now Moltbot) frenzy, what it does, and why some folks are convinced this definitely requires a $700 Mac.
Syncing Like It’s 1999 | The Launch 🚀 51

Syncing Like It’s 1999 | The Launch 🚀 51

21 January 2026

We discuss why the ultimate power move for your digital sovereignty is a $10 USB port.
Road Wisdom | The Launch 🚀 50

Road Wisdom | The Launch 🚀 50

14 January 2026

Chris and Angela know their own hobbies cold—but how well do they know each other’s? Plus, Chris drops his best road-trip apps, services, and money-saving tips.
Domicile Debates | The Launch 🚀 49

Domicile Debates | The Launch 🚀 49

7 January 2026

Ang’s setting goals. Chris is setting themes. Same year, very different strategies, and a few personal bangers for the year ahead. Let the planning begin.
Influencer on Demand | The Launch 🚀 48

Influencer on Demand | The Launch 🚀 48

31 December 2025

Powerful AI tools are setting the stage for brand-owned influencers. A perfect corporate mouthpiece, and a looming economic threat to human creators.
The Few Times We Sounded Smart | The Launch 🚀 47

The Few Times We Sounded Smart | The Launch 🚀 47

24 December 2025

For the holidays, we’re cracking open the vault with never-before-heard clips and a special twist, and even a few rare moments we actually sounded smart. Festive, surprising, and just self-aware enough.
Nature Chose Violence | The Launch 🚀 46

Nature Chose Violence | The Launch 🚀 46

17 December 2025

An atmospheric river hits the Pacific Northwest, stranding Chris on an island. As floodwaters rise fast, he shares what it’s like when your only road out disappears. Plus, a van update with Brent.
Apple is Cooked | The Launch 🚀 45

Apple is Cooked | The Launch 🚀 45

10 December 2025

A mass executive exit is tearing through Apple’s leadership ranks. The biggest shake-up since Steve Jobs is unfolding in real time, and we think we know why now.
Don't Ignore Nora | The Launch 🚀 44

Don't Ignore Nora | The Launch 🚀 44

3 December 2025

Chris is suiting up for the biggest fight of the winter, and what he’s up against might surprise you.
Birds of a Feather | The Launch 🚀 43

Birds of a Feather | The Launch 🚀 43

26 November 2025

Yet more Flock camera drama from one secret button trick. Meanwhile, Flock clones are spilling into bathrooms, RF trackers, and every “smart safety” gadget in sight. It’s getting bigger, not smarter.
The Scam Behind AI | The Launch 🚀 42

The Scam Behind AI | The Launch 🚀 42

19 November 2025

AI panic, hype, and confusion don’t just sprout out of the ground. We break down the four-part method behind the narrative keeping everyone spun up. After this, you’ll never hear an AI headline the same way again.
Turn the Flock Off | The Launch 🚀 41

Turn the Flock Off | The Launch 🚀 41

12 November 2025

Flock cameras are back in the headlines, and not in a good way. We called it, and now the stories are flying in.
Warm and Brown for the Holidays | The Launch 🚀 40

Warm and Brown for the Holidays | The Launch 🚀 40

5 November 2025

Traditions, a touch of chaos, and plenty of pie. We talk about our favorite holiday, what makes it special, and what you might want to steal for your own celebration.
Shirtless in Seattle | The Launch 🚀 39

Shirtless in Seattle | The Launch 🚀 39

29 October 2025

Chris puts his insomnia to the test. With data, tracking, and an AI-powered plan to finally sleep better.
The Day AWS Stood Still | The Launch 🚀 38

The Day AWS Stood Still | The Launch 🚀 38

22 October 2025

AWS went down, chaos followed. We’ve got the stories, the scars, and the takeaway.
Bubbles per Second | The Launch 🚀 37

Bubbles per Second | The Launch 🚀 37

15 October 2025

OpenAI just signed a deal so massive they measure it in power plants, not price tags. We break down the trillion-dollar logic powering the AI gold rush.
Chris Hunts for Bigfoot | The Launch 🚀 36

Chris Hunts for Bigfoot | The Launch 🚀 36

24 September 2025

A bizarre forest encounter sends Chris spiraling into a new obsession, while Angela cuts to the chase: what’s your theme?
iPhone Vape | The Launch 🚀 35

iPhone Vape | The Launch 🚀 35

10 September 2025

We react to the Apple 17 having a built-in vape, and find out what hardware Ang might be upgrading. Plus, debate the perfect mouse, and bite into punchy peaches.
Blame it on AI | The Launch 🚀 34

Blame it on AI | The Launch 🚀 34

3 September 2025

From Taco Bell bots to doomsday headlines, we laugh at the hype and panic, while probably exaggerating a bit ourselves.
Time Appropriate Eatings | The Launch 🚀 33

Time Appropriate Eatings | The Launch 🚀 33

27 August 2025

Modern cars are crammed with sensors, even for things any idiot could figure out. Mine broke, so instead of replacing it, I hacked my car to shut it up.
Browser Taste Test | The Launch 🚀 32

Browser Taste Test | The Launch 🚀 32

20 August 2025

Chris pitches his latest pivot to Angela, then puts the Zen browser hype to the test.
The Mayor of Milk Town | The Launch 🚀 31

The Mayor of Milk Town | The Launch 🚀 31

13 August 2025

Angela’s obscure holiday obsession and how Chris accidentally became the Mayor of Milk Town.
The Age of Verification | The Launch 🚀 30

The Age of Verification | The Launch 🚀 30

6 August 2025

Governments worldwide think your privacy is adorable but outdated. Say hello to mandatory selfies and ID checks, and goodbye to anonymous cat memes.
Spilling the Tea | The Launch 🚀 29

Spilling the Tea | The Launch 🚀 29

30 July 2025

Our take on the Tea app leak, how wearing shirts with phrases on them could be a red flag, and why we're skeptical about Sam Altman's claims of his biggest AI fear.
Wiggly Runs the Street | The Launch 🚀 28

Wiggly Runs the Street | The Launch 🚀 28

23 July 2025

Surprising skills that you never saw coming, forcing AI into the workflow, and the pet rampage running the streets.
Accidental Ghosting | The Launch 🚀 27

Accidental Ghosting | The Launch 🚀 27

16 July 2025

Ever vanish mid-conversation? We debate the ethics of ghosting, and Chris confesses he’s an accidental serial offender. Plus, why he's a big fan of these Flock cameras monitoring everything you do.
The OpenAI Files | The Launch 🚀 26

The OpenAI Files | The Launch 🚀 26

25 June 2025

A massive repository of information about OpenAI and Altman just dropped, our take on the man who tried to marry his AI assistant, your calls, and a lot more.
Hot Summer Plans | The Launch 🚀 25

Hot Summer Plans | The Launch 🚀 25

18 June 2025

Chris and Brent plot their next epic road trip, while Ang braces for summer chaos.
Wrath of Ohms | The Launch 🚀 24

Wrath of Ohms | The Launch 🚀 24

11 June 2025

Angela's infiltrating exclusive members-only clubs, while Chris and Brent are getting their hands dirty, trying to save another man's farm. What could possibly go wrong?
Anonymous Indians | The Launch 🚀 23

Anonymous Indians | The Launch 🚀 23

4 June 2025

An AI company's $1.5 billion secret unravels, and the scam is exposed. Plus, we're spilling the beans on some massive podcasting upgrades that'll change how you listen.
Monkey See Monkey Don't! | The Launch 🚀 22

Monkey See Monkey Don't! | The Launch 🚀 22

28 May 2025

OpenAI is coming for the iPhone, but Apple won't be ready. Plus, the great Invisalign vs Braces debate. 📞
Bigfoot As a Service | The Launch 🚀 21

Bigfoot As a Service | The Launch 🚀 21

14 May 2025

We rescued a van that should've stayed retired, dodged cops and fuel leaks, and learned why outsourcing navigation to ChatGPT was a terrible idea. Plus, Angela's double-ply crisis.
Linux Goat North Van | The Launch 🚀 20

Linux Goat North Van | The Launch 🚀 20

30 April 2025

Brent's crazy border crossing story and behind-the-scenes stories from LFNW. Then we will lay out the master rescue plan. Catch the Launch a day early, and with a special guest!
Do Less of the Cause | The Launch 🚀 19

Do Less of the Cause | The Launch 🚀 19

24 April 2025

Three farms, seven voicemails, one accidental eye-gluing. From cozy alpaca ranches to courtroom showdowns.
11 Minutes of Fame | The Launch 🚀 18

11 Minutes of Fame | The Launch 🚀 18

16 April 2025

Our thoughts on Blue Origin's Lady Launch. Chris shares a super trick and a hilarious Bay Area deep-fake style hack.
American Rat Warrior | The Launch 🚀 17

American Rat Warrior | The Launch 🚀 17

9 April 2025

Chris thought he'd won the war against the rats—until a neighbor’s questionable tactics threaten to unleash round two. Now he's racing against the clock to save his RV from becoming another tasty rat snack.
April Fluids | The Launch 🚀 16

April Fluids | The Launch 🚀 16

2 April 2025

Two April Fool’s cranks dive into the internet’s highs and lows. Plus, Ang prepares for a road trip, your calls, and a wild tale from the Pacific Northwest.
Sleepless In Seattle | The Launch 🚀 15

Sleepless In Seattle | The Launch 🚀 15

26 March 2025

Our terrible sleep habits keeping us up at night, Chris shares one of his biggest pet peeves, and is Angela's DNA data about to be sold to the highest bidder?
Game On! | The Launch 🚀 14

Game On! | The Launch 🚀 14

19 March 2025

Some games are good. Some games are evil. We played the evil ones... a lot . Also, we're unleashing our shiny new listener call-in line. What could go wrong?
Guilty Pleasures | The Launch 🚀 13

Guilty Pleasures | The Launch 🚀 13

12 March 2025

We learn about Angela's guilty pleasure and Brent's life-changing news!
How Can I Help You? | The Launch 🚀 12

How Can I Help You? | The Launch 🚀 12

5 March 2025

Before Jupiter Broadcasting, we worked for a local IT services company, and we have some stories to share.
Eggsistential | The Launch 🚀 11

Eggsistential | The Launch 🚀 11

26 February 2025

Wes joins us so Chris can finally get some answers. Also, a legendary community creation rises again, and we uncover the truth about renting living things.
Accidental Mules | The Launch 🚀 10

Accidental Mules | The Launch 🚀 10

19 February 2025

Last week, we hit the reset button. This week, meet Angela—Chris’ ex-wife, mother of three, and original Jupiter Broadcasting troublemaker. Get ready for crazy stories from the early days.
The Eagle has Landed | The Launch 🚀 9

The Eagle has Landed | The Launch 🚀 9

12 February 2025

We attempt to swap out a show's engine while it's on the air. Tune in to find out if we can pull off the impossible: live!