The Feed with AmberMac

We speak to TV personality Nik Vasilyev about how to stay healthy and in shape with the latest on-the-go technology. Also, we talk to the CEO of Peekapak, Ami Shah, on how the platform focuses on teaching kids empathy and a whole lot more. Plus, Vitaly Ponomarev, CEO of WayRay, reveals how using augmented reality with the windshield of your car will decrease driving distractions. In Socially Speaking, we discuss how big tech companies in San Francisco are being taxed to help the homeless.

We speak to Pete Pachal, the tech editor for Mashable about the latest Apple event and what is going on with the tech giant. Also, we talk to Nargiz Mammadova from Destin AI on how they are using technology to help immigrants coming to Canada. Plus, our favorite person from the internet, Brittlestar joins us to about Facebook's last look at video with Lasso. A new video app that records you dancing and lip-synching. In Socially Speaking, we talk about what is the future of Facebook and what...

We speak to the founder of Mirror, a smart mirror that lets you work out at home with live, on-demand streaming classes. Also, we talk to Kintell, a digital health system that is designed to let you live at home longer on your own. Plus, GadgetMatch's Michael Josh stops in to bring us up-to-date on all the new phones that got launched this "Techtober." In Socially Speaking, we debate whether we should change our focus from Millennials to Gen Z.

We speak to Vince Danielsen, CEO of Wello, on the benefits of virtual healthcare, including providing access anywhere and at any time. We also dive into the future of work, what impact technology has moving forward, and what skills will be needed. Plus, Alexander Lvovich from Volvo talks to us about the Care by Volvo subscription service and how it differs from owning or leasing a car. In Socially Speaking, we discuss if virtual reality can really make food taste better and what else might...

We speak to Laura Davidson, Founder of SweatCity: an app you use to find everything healthy in your city from fitness programs to restaurants. Also, we talk to Assaf Glazer, CEO of Nanit: a smart baby monitor that allows you a bird's-eye view of your child sleeping to make sure they are getting a restful night. Plus, we look at Storyflow where, without knowing any coding, you can make interactive content and listen to it on Alexa. In Socially Speaking, we talk about Rocketbook: a notebook...

We speak to the CEO of Turo about how the "Airbnb of auto sharing" works (including how you can make money renting your car). We also talk to the CEO of iZotope about Spire, their new portable recording studio that fits in the palm of your hand so you can record music like a pro. Plus, Brittlestar joins us to talk about his new YouTube crush and what it has to do with Making a Murder. In Socially Speaking, we dive into Facebook's latest data breach and how you can protect yourself from...

We speak to the CEO of Skylights about their partnership with Alaska Airlines to give first class passengers the option to watch movies with a VR headset. Also, we talk to Jackie Cooper from MUSE about their brain-sensing headband, which makes meditation a cinch. Plus, Chief Digital Evangelist with Salesforce, Vala Afshar, joins us to talk about the fourth industrial revolution and what to do to prepare for the future of work. In Socially Speaking, we chat about Amazon Alexa and how they are...

We learn how Plantui Smart Garden can help those of us without a green thumb. Plus, we talk to author Chris Bailey about his new book, Hyperfocus, which reveals how to be more productive in a world of distraction. Also, GadgetMatch's Michael Josh joins us to talk about all the new Apple announcements including the new iPhones and Watch. In Socially Speaking, we discuss what it's going to take to be collision-free in a world of driverless cars.

We speak to the co-founder of LoveBox about how to stay connected when you're on the road thanks to tiny heart-shaped gadget. Also, Hexigent's Ryan Duquette explains how to protect your phone from hackers. Plus, we look at PocketTalk, a little device that could make a big difference for world travellers. In Socially Speaking, we discuss how the tech industry keeps us hooked on notifications, alerts, and more.

We speak to Google about how Google Home can help students and parents get ready for fall. Also, we talk to Phil Vokins from Intel about new tech jobs (that didn't exist when Amber and Michael were kids!). Plus, our favorite social media celebrity Brittlestar joins us in studio to reveal how he's becoming a novelist on Instagram . In Socially Speaking, we talk about Twitter's new unfollow feature.

GadgetMatch's Michael Josh joins us to talk about Samsung's new device and what you need to know about upgrading. Also, we welcome Michael Smit from Ziva VFX to learn how his company created the most realistic shark on the big screen for The Meg. We also speak to Josh Lessing from Root AI about why robots might be picking your peppers in the future. In Socially Speaking, we debate Netflix and their Summer of Love and why there is an influx of rom com's trending.

Audible CEO Don Katz joins us to talk about a new study that determined that listening to audiobooks is more emotionally engaging then watching TV. Also, Open AI fills us in on how they put together a team of robots that beat humans at Dota 2, one of the world's most difficult games. We also speak to the CEO of Winnie, a mobile app that makes the lives of parents easier by giving them information they need about nearby kid-friendly places. Plus, GadgetMatch's Michael Josh joins us to talk...

We talk to Ryan Duquette, our cybercrime specialist from Hexigent, about Apple's decision to block law enforcement's access to the iPhone. Also, our favorite Internet video star @Brittlestar joins us to talk about Instagram's new venture, IGTV, which gives video creators the ability to produce and share up to one hour of video. Plus, Amber explains her new partnership with Actua and how to teach kids STEM skills this summer. We also chat with the co-founder of Circle with Disney about how...

We talk to Workali about how they are matching jobs seekers and recruiters all with an AI bot. Also, storyteller Cameron Brown shares how he brought 80 strangers together for his video, "There Is Still Time." Plus, Viryl Technologies joins us to talk about how they are helping the vinyl industry make a comeback with a process to modernize the record press. In Socially Speaking, we talk about a psychopath bot called Norman and how MIT made it to teach us about the future.

We talk to author and tech evangelist Guy Kawasaki about the new anti-social app, Privy. Also, the co-founder of the Meditation Station app, Cyd Crouse, reveals how to carry around a meditation teacher in your pocket all day long. Plus, our favorite tech reporter Michael Josh breaks down the latest news from WWDC, Apple's worldwide developers conference. In Socially Speaking, we discuss why Google is dropping a major Pentagon project and what it means for the future of ethical AI.

We talk to Étienne Mérineau, the co-founder of heyday.ai, about how bots can make us superhuman (or at least change the way we work). Also, we discuss Mark Zuckerberg's face-off with the European Parliament and how it quickly turned into an awkward exchange. Plus, we talk to @Brittlestar about one of the newest and fastest growing apps in the world, Like - which he says is like musical.ly on steroids. In Socially Speaking, we explain why you are getting so many privacy policy updates in your...

The President of Northeastern University joins us to talk about how humans and machines are going to complement one another in the future of work and education. Also, Mike Greenly from MDA talks to us about Canada's role in the next generation of space exploration. Plus, Andrea Iervolino breaks down how TaTaTu is bringing social cryptocurrency to the entertainment industry. In Socially Speaking, we debate what data tells us about the history of pop music: spoiler Alert, it's getting sadder.

Laura Tribe, Executive Director of OpenMedia, joins us to talk about Net Neutrality, what it is and why you should care about its role in the Internet age. Plus, we chat with Jennifer Heath from Piccolo Heath about work-life balance and what it will take to reclaim our private time. Social media superstar @Brittlestar shares why his latest health scare taught him to shut down in the age of non-stop digital. In Socially Speaking, we debate how the sharing company could potential disrupt the...

Daniel Lamarre, the CEO of Cirque Du Soleil, joins us to talk about how they are partnering with OneDrop to give people in need access to clean water. Also, Mike Harvey joins us to talk about why the Collision Conference is leaving the Big Easy for Toronto. Plus, we talk to Dr. Harvey Karp, the developer behind SNOO Smart Sleeper, which is a responsive bassinet that boosts sleep for babies and parents. In Socially Speaking, we discuss the right to disconnect.

After the recent attack in Toronto, cybercrime expert Ryan Duquette walks us through what law enforcement are learning about the suspect online. We also talk to the makers of a hitchhiking robot, Hitchbot, about his path from the unpredictable streets to a safe museum. Michael Josh from GadgetMatch joins us with the latest smartphone from Huawei and how it could compete with today's DLSRs. In Socially Speaking, we discuss robots in the classroom and the positive role they can play.