In this episode of Home Gadget Geeks, I’m joined by Christian Johnson. We start with a discussion about the new Apple AirPods Pro 3, which I’ve purchased and am waiting to try once they arrive. From there, Christian shares updates on life as a new father and his progress toward earning a pilot’s license. The second half of the conversation focuses on cryptocurrency and blockchain, with Christian explaining his changing perspective on the space, especially the role of Ethereum and its connection to the growth of AI technologies. Thanks for listening!































n this episode of Home Gadget Geeks, I’m joined by longtime guest Christian Johnson for a wide-ranging conversation that blends personal updates with big-picture tech insights.







We begin with the new Apple AirPods Pro 3, which I’ve ordered and am eager to test, especially their real-time translation features. Christian then shares how becoming a dad has shifted his priorities and perspective, offering a candid look at life with a six-month-old.







From there, we catch up on his progress toward earning a pilot’s license, including the challenges of instrument training and balancing study with family life.







The second half of the show focuses on cryptocurrency and blockchain. Christian explains why his view on crypto has changed, highlighting Ethereum’s potential as more than a digital currency — serving instead as a platform for smart contracts, tokenization, and decentralized applications. He also discusses how recent regulation is paving the way for broader institutional adoption.







We then explore the growing connection between AI and blockchain, considering how these technologies might combine to enable machine-to-machine payments, digital identity verification, and tokenized AI compute power.







This episode balances gadgets, personal stories, and forward-looking technology in a way only Home Gadget Geeks can deliver.







Q: Did Jim get the new Apple AirPods Pro 3 yet?A: Not yet. Jim has ordered them and is waiting to test the new features, including real-time translation, which could be especially useful for international work and travel.







Q: What did Christian Johnson share about becoming a dad?A: Christian talked about how fatherhood has shifted his daily priorities and given him a new perspective on life. He described the joy of rediscovering the world through his six-month-old son and learning new ways to communicate.







Q: How is Christian progressing with his pilot’s license?A: He’s close to completing the requirements for his instrument rating, including a 250 nautical mile cross-country flight, and plans to be check-ride ready by early 2026. His long-term goal is to move on to a commercial license.







Q: Why has Christian changed his view on cryptocurrency?A: After years of skepticism, Christian sees new value in crypto, especially Ethereum. He emphasized its role as a smart contract platform and a foundation for tokenization, decentralized applications, and stablecoins — beyond just being a currency.







Q: How do AI and blockchain intersect in this episode’s discussion?A: Christian explained that blockchain can provide trust, verification, and identity for AI systems, while also enabling machine-to-machine payments and tokenized access to AI compute power. Together, AI and blockchain could reshape digital transactions, ownership, and reputation systems.















Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg658