The Tech Ranch

By Marlo Anderson – The Tech Ranch At CES 2025, innovation was everywhere — but some of the coolest tech didn’t shout. It hovered . Quietly. Smoothly. And totally hands-free. https://youtu.be/F86rBJQdnnY One of the most…

https://youtu.be/wML2N-BHjSg By Marlo Anderson – The Tech Ranch At CES 2025, there was no shortage of dazzling displays and loud pitches vying for attention. But one of the coolest moments? A robotic lawnmower doing its…

In this podcast episode, hosts Steve and Marlo and guest Kevin Burkhart discuss a variety of topics, ranging from the progress being made in the electric airplane industry to the potential benefits of flying cars for transportation efficiency in large cities. They also touch on the possibility of using a catapult system for electric-powered aircraft takeoff to conserve energy and discuss the implications of the recent failure of Silicon Valley Bank, which impacted many tech companies. The conversation also delves into the current state of autonomous vehicles and the potential for increased efficiency as technology advances.

Hosted by Steve Bakken and Marlo Anderson, this technology podcast episode covers a range of topics related to technology, equipment and the film industry. The hosts discuss the potential of advanced technologies, such as prosthetic limbs that cost six million dollars and communication devices that can restore communication between different parts of the body. The conversation also looks at the use of 3D printing to create medical devices, building materials and even houses. In addition, speakers discuss the potential for a film industry in North Dakota and the need for lawmakers to create tax credits to attract more films to the state.

During the podcast, hosts Marlo Anderson and Steve Baker covered a range of topics, starting with a weather update about a winter storm warning in Bismarck and the use of heads-up displays to enhance driving during storms. They then discussed the potential control the Chinese government may have over the social media platform TikTok, as well as the dangers of deep fakes and cybersecurity breaches. The hosts also talked about The Boring Company's tunneling technology, specifically its potential to alleviate traffic congestion using electric and potentially autonomous vehicles. Finally, the conversation touched on advancements in prosthetics, including SCI's artificial limbs that can provide sensation and the possibility of grafting skin over them in the future.