After getting stopped leaving the city, Ned is left behind. The remaining Delvers will have to begin their descent into the Heart, looking for the missing machine. In the campaign we deal with themes of body horror, cosmic horror, cptsd and ptsd, war, depression, debt, and more. In addition, this episode includes a scene of someone getting detained…

Agnes from Zooz shares insights into the quirky world of butt darts, the evolution of her company from a home automation hobby to a leading brand in smart home technology, and the innovative products they are developing. The discussion covers the challenges and successes in product development, the importance of community engagement, and the future…

New Year's Day, 2025. A group of Agents are called in, and shown footage of a break in and subsequent murder spree. The culprits look familiar, but all of the Agents have alibis for New Year's Eve... Glass Hound in a Glass House for a Glass Hound... (et al) is the winning entry in the 2024 Delta Green Shotgun Scenario contest, written by NathanKlas…

With a plan in place, the Agents have to get to their next group to convince them to help the Nagalisities. After a run in with an ex of Kyrt's, they make it to the planet, but will their pitch work...? This campaign will touch on many themes, including genocide, slavery, racism, specism, harm to children, and mental health issues, among others. Li…

Guests: @Appmyhome Mark and Valerie Valerie and Mark from At My Home share their journey into tech reviews and the evolution of their YouTube channel. They discuss the challenges of living in a smart home filled with various devices, their philosophy on product reviews, and the importance of maintaining a balance to avoid burnout. The conversation …

A new team emerges! Good Boy and the Good Boys are a merry band of bards, using the games to build fame. But in their latest match, how will they be able to complete when the ingredient is dangerous to their leader...? Chris can be found at the Roleplaying Exchange. Greg - GM Ben - Ikyu, Lamia, Presenter Chris - Good Boy, Awakened Australian Shephe…

Guest @AutomatedHouse Jimmy Hawkins Jimmy Hawkins shares his journey into the world of smart home technology, detailing his experiences with various devices, content creation on platforms like TikTok, and the challenges of automation. He discusses the evolution of his smart home setup, the impact of AI, and the balance between content creation and …

In a city towards the top of the Heart, four people look for work. One runs into an old acquaintance, who needs some work done for a client... In the campaign we deal with themes of body horror, cosmic horror, cptsd and ptsd, war, depression, debt, and more. Listener discretion is advised. Heart is a game of delving underground into the meaty night…

Three runners are contacted by a Mr. Johnson. He wants them to go off planet to a space station. Under the guise of a group of racing competitions, they need to ascend a corpo skyscraper. This corp found... something on a probe from Europa, and the Johnson wants them to bring it back to Earth to him... CBR+PNK is a Forged in the Dark game of cyberp…

Today's Guest: @simonsayshomeassistant In this engaging conversation, Simon discusses his passion for home automation, the challenges and joys of content creation, and the evolution of voice control technology. He shares insights on balancing his full-time job with his YouTube channel, the importance of community engagement, and his experiences in …

The Agents learn more about the magics that have ensorcelled them, and plan which aspect of society to being to the Nagali next... This campaign will touch on many themes, including genocide, slavery, racism, specism, harm to children, and mental health issues, among others. Listener discretion is advised. Agents of ALIS is based on the campaign fr…

In this episode of the Technical Difficulties Smart Home podcast, we talk with Rohan and Phil from the Home Assistant Podcast. They discuss the evolution of Home Assistant, the challenges faced with smart home devices, and the importance of community contributions in open-source development. The conversation also touches on personal experiences wit…

As the Agents spiral deeper into this mysterious maze, they know the only way out is through. They will have to delve ever deeper, and delve into themselves, to survive and escape... Adam - GM Ben - Abbas, Human Futura [Lost] Greg - Berk, Infolife Synthmorph Jared - Walkabout, Octopus Neo-Octopus Laura - Pivo, Octopus Neo-Octopus…

Tech With Brett shares his journey from a tech enthusiast to the most viewed smart home YouTuber, discussing his experiences with various smart home devices, automation, and the challenges of content creation. He emphasizes the importance of user-friendly technology and the role of community in his success, while also exploring the future of AI in …

Guest ​ @ShaneCreates In this episode of the Technical Difficulties Smart Home Podcast we interview Shane Watley, a prominent YouTube creator in the smart home space. Shane shares his journey into smart home technology, his experiences building a community through live streams, and his insights on the future of smart home ecosystems, particularly A…

Before we begin the campaign in earnest, we have to do some scene setting. A pair of Delvers, the last of their group, proceed with their mission to investigate an Aelfir cult compound deep in the Heart. In the mysterious mansion they will find more than they bargained for... In the campaign we deal with themes of body horror, cosmic horror, PTSD a…

A trio of teen heroes take a break after a long night of patrolling. While chatting with another group, they all spot some action going down at a warehouse across the street. Before springing to action, the groups agree, depending on how things shake out in dealing with the bad guys - Loser buys pizza. Masks is a Powered by the Apocalypse game by B…

Steven Robles shares his experience building his smart home from scratch in his new house. Steven also gives us his top Apple products and provides valuable insight on making life easier with Apple Home and Apple Shortcuts. Aspiring youtubers and podcasters will enjoy the story of his podcast career and rise to youtube success. Thank you to Zooz fo…

This campaign will touch on many themes, including genocide, slavery, racism, specism, harm to children, and mental health issues, among others. Listener discretion is advised. Most of the Agents are now in the hands of the Xascos. They are in trouble, but are also in the best position to negotiate with them. Can they get the Xascos to come back in…

In this episode, host Pete and co-hosts Brandon and Vinny welcome Michael Leen, a YouTube creator specializing in home automation. They discuss Michael's journey into the smart home space, his content creation strategies, and the evolution of smart home technology. The conversation covers various topics, including the challenges of managing a smart…

The teens and veterinarian of Undecided eventually meet up with their new... friends, and resolve to continue to investigate the strange glowing stones found around town... Kids on Bikes is a game of collaborative storytelling in small towns with weird goings on, by Jon Gilmour and Doug Levandowski. The game is available at the Hunter's Entertainme…

In this episode of the Technical Difficulties Smart Home Podcast, we welcome George Langabeer, a leading voice in smart home security. George shares his journey from loss prevention manager to smart home technology expert, discussing the importance of security measures like cameras, locks, and lighting. He emphasizes the need for proactive security…

Ben is starting up a new campaign in Heart! Join him as he leads Adam, Ethan, Greg, and Vince through character generation, and some questions to get to know the characters better and set things up for "The Gorgon"!Technical Difficulties

In this episode, Eric Welander shares his journey into the world of smart home automation, discussing his experiences with Apple Home, the Matter protocol, and the integration of various smart devices. He emphasizes the importance of user-friendly technology for busy families and explores the challenges and benefits of using Matter in a mixed ecosy…

Today we welcome Ryan from the This Smart House youtube channel. He his journey into the world of YouTube and smart home technology. The discussion covers insights from CES, trends in smart home devices, and the evolution of wireless charging. Ryan shares his experiences with various smart home products, including his favorite automations and the c…

This episode contains body horror, threats of police violence, and themes of implicit and explicit queerphobia, depression, isolation, and loneliness. Listener discretion is advised. June, 1981. A quartet of members of the US military make the long drive to visit a gay bar that has always been safe. A magical night devolves into a magical nightmare…

This campaign will touch on many themes, including genocide, slavery, racism, specism, harm to children, and mental health issues, among others. Listener discretion is advised. The Agents are about to find the Xascos. But even approaching them, to say nothing of integrating them with the rest of Nagalisitu, will be so simple... Agents of ALIS is ba…

🎉 The YouTubies Award Show is Here! 🎉 This week on Technical Difficulties, we’re closing out Season 2 with a bang as we celebrate the best in smart home tech YouTube! From in-depth tutorials to laugh-out-loud creators, we’re handing out awards to the channels that make our homes smarter and our lives more fun. Expect banter, surprising winners, and…

CES 2025 has come and gone, but the podcast is back for season 3! We're breaking down all of the smart home and and home automation tech from CES 2025, including robot vacuums, robot mowers, smart locks, AI glasses, video doorbells and so much more. We'll share the latest 2025 product releases from brands like roborock, dreame, switchbot, Eureka, S…

The Firewall agents hone in on the anomaly at the bottom of the sea. As they inspect it, things start to take a turn for the strange... Adam - GM Ben - Abbas, Human Futura [Lost] Greg - Berk, Infolife Synthmorph Jared - Walkabout, Octopus Neo-Octopus Laura - Pivo, Octopus Neo-OctopusTechnical Difficulties

The Technical Difficulties Podcast is sponsored by Zooz. Get huge savings during the Zooz Black Friday/Cyber Monday sale now through Dec 10 at: https://www.thesmartesthouse.com John Stone, the DIY Smart Home Guy OG joins us to talk about how smart homes can help the elderly age in place. Brandon's Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@BrandonDoyleMN Vi…

The Technical Difficulties Podcast is sponsored by Zooz. Find all the best deals on quality Zooz smart home products you can depend on at: https://www.thesmartesthouse.com On Today's podcast we discuss the latest smart home news and dive deep into LED strip lighting. Brandon's Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@BrandonDoyleMN Vince's Channel: https:…

The Technical Difficulties Podcast is sponsored by Zooz. Find all the best deals on quality Zooz smart home products you can depend on at: https://www.thesmartesthouse.com We're talking Christmas lights, holiday lights, smart home holiday automations and smart home news on the podcast today. Brandon's Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@BrandonDoyleM…

The Technical Difficulties Podcast is sponsored by Zooz. Find all the best deals on quality Zooz smart home products you can depend on at: https://www.thesmartesthouse.com AI is everywhere. Is AI going to bring us to smart home nirvana and bring automation to the masses or is it going to destroy us all? Brandon's Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@B…

The Technical Difficulties Podcast is sponsored by Zooz. Get huge savings during the Zooz Black Friday/Cyber Monday sale now through Dec 10 at: https://www.thesmartesthouse.com Agnes from Zooz joins the podcast to share the latest z-wave releases and tips on smart home holiday shopping. Plus we're running down a holiday must have list. Brandon's Ch…

The Technical Difficulties Podcast is sponsored by Zooz. Find all the best deals on quality Zooz smart home products you can depend on at: https://www.thesmartesthouse.com Energy efficiency, energy savings, smart home news and more are on the docket today on the Technical Difficulties Podcast. Brandon's Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@BrandonDoyl…

The Technical Difficulties Podcast is sponsored by Zooz. Get huge savings during the Zooz Black Friday/Cyber Monday sale now through Dec 10 at: https://www.thesmartesthouse.com We're talking news. We're talking blinds. We're going to set you straight on the best smart blinds and automations for your home. Brandon's Channel: https://www.youtube.com/…

The Technical Difficulties Podcast is sponsored by Zooz. Get huge savings during the Zooz Black Friday/Cyber Monday sale now through Dec 10 at: https://www.thesmartesthouse.com Today we discuss bridging our different smart home systems into a single, unified glorious smart home. Brandon's Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@BrandonDoyleMN Vince's Cha…

The Technical Difficulties Podcast is sponsored by Zooz. Find the best deals on smart home products you'll love: https://www.thesmartesthouse.com We take a look back at the year in smart homes. Our favorite devices and least favorite releases. Plus we learn about robot lawn mowers with guest Matt Granis from Midwest Turf. Brandon's Channel: https:/…

The Technical Difficulties Podcast is sponsored by Zooz. Find the best deals on smart home products you'll love: https://www.thesmartesthouse.com Brandon shares his real estate expertise to help you get the most from your smart home when it is time to sell. Brandon's Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@BrandonDoyleMN Vince's Channel: https://www.yout…

The Technical Difficulties Podcast is sponsored by Zooz. Find all the best deals on quality Zooz smart home products you can depend on at: https://www.thesmartesthouse.com Let's talk about what not to do with your smart home, shall we? Brandon's Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@BrandonDoyleMN Vince's Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@DYIwithADD Fo…

Another year, another trio of eccentric fencing instructors prepare for the Alle-Valley Fencinge Championeshippe, seeking glory and to undermine their rivals all along the way... Dueling Fops of Vindamere is a GMless game by Greg Stolze, and is available at DriveThruRPG. Dan - Cobra Darkhawk, master of the Razor Victory School Greg - Darharke Forre…

This campaign will touch on many themes, including genocide, slavery, racism, specism, harm to children, and mental health issues, among others. Listener discretion is advised. The Agents once again head into the jungle, down a long path to find their opponents... Agents of ALIS is based on the campaign framework Nagalisitu by Caleb Stokes, for Rei…

A group of agents on Europa are called by Firewall. Submarine explorations have found anomalies in the sea floor, deep in a maze of coral. The agents are in for a long sub ride, and a strange experience... Adam - GM Ben - Abbas, Human Futura [Lost] Greg - Berk, Infolife Synthmorph Jared - Walkabout, Octopus Neo-Octopus Laura - Pivo, Octopus Neo-Oct…

In a land beset by war, the Council of Sages strive to save their home by creating life. But how they create it, and what they give them, will be of the utmost importance... Dawn of the Orcs is a GMless game of dark fantasy, world building, and... "monster design", by Lyme. As of posting, the game is actively on Kickstarter, and already funded. Lym…

Three adventurers have heard of the Swamp Witch, who lies in her tomb, deep in the swamp. Legend has it that she can grant any wish. Maybe she can even prevent the Doom that ever threatens the world. Can the adventurers find the Swamp Witch, and even if they do... what is their wish? Sepulcher of the Swamp With is an adventure for Mork Borg by Chri…

This campaign will touch on many themes, including genocide, slavery, racism, specism, harm to children, and mental health issues, among others. Listener discretion is advised. As the Agents continue to recuperate, Silent Reading comes back to teach a lesson to his cult. A lesson involving... cooking? Agents of ALIS is based on the campaign framewo…

In the City of Undecided, a trio of teens are at the Glow Stone Strip Mall, as well as the owner/operator of the veterinarian office there. An attempted theft unites them as they investigate the strange goings on in town... Kids on Bikes is a game of collaborative storytelling in small towns with weird goings on, by Jon Gilmour and Doug Levandowski…

Corporate Social Economics, in the general public, is renowned as a company that helps other companies engage in philanthropy and corporate social responsibility. On the inside, CorpSE is just another company that strips away your soul. On Halloween Night, after a long week with overtime, several employees are wrapping up work before a party. Sever…

This campaign will touch on many themes, including genocide, slavery, racism, specism, harm to children, and mental health issues, among others. Listener discretion is advised. The Agents have finally returned from the barrier. They get precious little time to help with their trauma, physical and mental, as the deans of the Nagalisities continue to…