Best Console Drones Podcasts (2025)

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Brewing Beer, Splitting Consoles, Roblox Controversy & Donkey Kong Bonanza – New Dad Gaming Ep. 368 46:20

24h ago46:20

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This week on New Dad Gaming, Trevor and Jeff cover the highs and lows of fatherhood and gaming life. From fan mail about homebrewing beer, to kids pitching in for a PS5, to the latest controversy with Roblox knockoffs, it’s another hilarious and heartfelt episode for gaming dads everywhere. Topics this week include: 🍺 Homebrewing adventures — is it…

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Salty Podcast #71 | Below Deck S12 - Hugo Ortega | Reality TV drama vs.Real life at sea 🌊 1:12:29

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Send us a text 📅 Wed, 6pm CT 8/20/25 📍 Live on @SaltyAbandon (FB, IG, X) + @SVSaltyAbandon (YouTube) ▶️ Playlist & past episodes: https://tinyurl.com/SaltyPodcastPlaylist Dive into the fascinating world of luxury yachting with Hugo Ortega, a 500-ton Superyacht captain, mentor, and the new bosun on Below Deck Season 12. In this candid conversation, …

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Salty Podcast #70⛵️Old Boat? Bahamas? Hard Truths about Insurance Explained! 1:02:23

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Send us a text The truth about yacht insurance isn't what most boat owners expect to hear. As insurance veteran Keri Gonzalez reveals in this candid conversation, "Insurance is not your friend, we're not a good neighbor, you're not in good hands." With 36 years of experience as an insurance broker, Keri strips away the marketing slogans to expose w…

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Salty Podcast #69 ⛵️ Sailing into Freedom: One Man's Journey to Boat Life 1:24:21

14d ago1:24:21

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Send us a text Austin embodies what he calls the "tropical freedom mindset" – a philosophy that's taken him from the digital nomad scenes of Costa Rica and Colombia to his current life aboard Cha-Cha, a lovingly restored 1965 Choilee Bermuda 30 catch rig sailboat. With refreshing candor, he admits he's still learning to sail, yet his plans to navig…

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Space Trucks: One Startup’s Plan to Get the U.S. Back on the Moon 50:17

15d ago50:17

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Longtime space rivals Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos are vying to reach outer space with their giant rockets. Meanwhile, an ecosystem of other space-related startups are racing to be ready to set up shop on the moon and Mars. Lunar Outpost is one of three companies competing to build a space truck for NASA's Artemis missions. Founder and CEO Justin Cyrus…

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Salty Podcast #68 ⛵ Navigating Work and Sailing without Quitting their Day Jobs 1:10:32

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Send us a text What does it look like when you refuse to choose between career and adventure? Casey and Steve have found that sweet spot—spending half the year aboard their 50-foot aluminum sailboat and the other half working as expedition leaders on ships traveling to Antarctica and the Arctic. Their story begins at a whale research station in Bri…

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Party Dad IPAs, Grow-a-Garden Addiction & Roblox Rage - New Dad Gaming Ep. 367 33:30

19d ago33:30

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Dogs, digital gardens, and dopamine loops—oh my! In this jam-packed episode of New Dad Gaming, Trevor and Jeff dive into: 🐶 Puppy problems and the very real debate: Do we get a dog or keep our freedom? 🍺 Dad beers of the week, including Party Dad IPA and an Irish red ale from Smithwick’s. 🌱 The Roblox takeover: Why Grow a Garden has kids (and poten…

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How Tubi Is Coming for Netflix and YouTube in the New Streaming Wars 47:14

22d ago47:14

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Tubi is a free ad-supported streaming service that's gaining ground on big players like Netflix and Amazon. It has the largest content library of any streaming platform, full of obscure gems and films by up and comers, including one starring TikTok influencer Noah Beck. Tubi CEO Anjali Sud says that by putting viewers first, the streamer is "expand…

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Salty Podcast #67 ⛵ From Wreck to Wonder! | The Sailing Magic Carpet Story 1:01:05

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Send us a text Watch Full Episode https://youtube.com/live/Pf-pWDAL048 When Maya and Aladino first laid eyes on their Cape George 36, most sailors would have walked away. What appeared decent from the outside concealed extensive rot and deterioration beneath. But this creative couple—whose backgrounds seemed destined for a nomadic seafaring life—sa…

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Microbrews, One Piece Cards, and a Not-So-Lost Gaming Challenge – New Dad Gaming Ep. 366 32:27

25d ago32:27

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Summer vibes, card battles, and dad dilemmas collide! In this episode of New Dad Gaming, Trevor and Jeff pour a couple of beverages (from microbreweries and grocery store seltzers), reflect on their infamous “No New Games” challenge, and dive deep into the growing obsession with trading card games — specifically the One Piece TCG that's taking teen…

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Salty Podcast Bonus Episode ⛵ LIVE Chat: Sailing Bahamas Prep with Key West John! 1:05:33

28d ago1:05:33

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Send us a text The allure of crystal-clear Bahamian waters calls countless sailors each year, but planning that perfect island-hopping adventure requires insider knowledge and careful preparation. In this special bonus episode of the Salty Podcast, I'm sharing my upcoming journey from Orange Beach to Georgetown, Exumas—a voyage that represents both…

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Are AI Agents the Future of Business? Salesforce Is Betting $8 Billion on It 40:50

29d ago40:50

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Informatica isn’t a household name, but it plays a crucial role in helping companies like Toyota and Unilever manage and organize vast amounts of data. As artificial intelligence becomes more powerful, that data is like a gold mine. Customer relationship software company Salesforce recently struck a multibillion-dollar deal to acquire Informatica. …

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D&D and Dads and Drones | New Dad Gaming Ep. 365 36:04

1M ago36:04

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To dungeons, to dragons, one family does tread, While another dad decides to the sky he will head. This week both dads drop back into VR, And Death Stranding was beaten, via hoof bike and car. #GamingDad #ParentingAndGaming #DeathStranding #Quest3 #FatherhoodPodcast #NewDadGaming #DadPoems #CraftBeer #GamingBacklog #PlayStation #MetaQuest #DadLife…

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Encore: Could Amazon’s Zoox Beat Tesla and Waymo in the Robotaxi Race? 40:40

1M ago40:40

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With Elon Musk’s Tesla piloting its robotaxi service in Austin, Texas and Waymo expanding, it’s the perfect time to revisit our interview with Zoox CEO Aicha Evans. She went deep with WSJ’s Tim Higgins and Christopher Mims on her decisions to sell the company to Amazon for over $1.2 billion and to keep Zoox’s radical design for a driverless car tha…

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Gaming Dad Corners, Switch Lite Joy & Death Stranding Returns | New Dad Gaming Ep. 364 46:11

1M ago46:11

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This week on New Dad Gaming, Trevor shares his new dad gaming cubby setup, complete with a Switch Lite gifted by his nephews and an ingenious use of the Quest 3 as a giant PS4 screen. Jeff returns to Death Stranding to prep for its sequel, and the dads compare small cozy games vs. massive open-world grinds. Also discussed: A beautiful dad poem abou…

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Tariffs, EVs and China: A CEO Insider’s View of the Car Business 41:29

1M ago41:29

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For months, the complex global auto industry has grappled with the added challenge of navigating the Trump administration’s trade war. That gives Swamy Kotagiri, the CEO of Magna International, a first-hand perspective of how tariffs, trade negotiations and shifting supply chains are reshaping the future of the business, today. How is the largest a…

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Salty Podcast #66 ⛵️ Living on a Sailboat Moored in Key West: Stan Loveday's Story 1:39:49

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Send us a text Have you ever dreamed of escaping to paradise without emptying your savings account? Meet Stan Loveday, a sailor, author, and retired firefighter who traded his landlocked existence for the gentle rocking of his sailboat "Southeast Up Disorder" in Key West's mooring field. Stan reveals the remarkable economics of his lifestyle choice…

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Why José Andrés Says We Need Leaders Who Believe in ‘Longer Tables’ 35:12

2M ago35:12

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José Andrés knows what it’s like to work under pressure. From managing the chaos of restaurant kitchens, to running a global business empire, to helping feed people in disaster zones, the celebrity chef doesn’t like to sit still, especially when it comes to food. On a special bonus episode of the Bold Names podcast, Andrés speaks to WSJ’s Christoph…

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Salty Podcast #65 ⛵ Born on a Sailboat & Still in the Game as Sailors & Yacht Brokers 1:27:35

2M ago1:27:35

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Send us a text Buying a boat isn't just a transaction—it's the gateway to freedom, adventure, and a lifestyle that many dream about but aren't always prepared for. Sisters Melanie and Carolyn Neale from Sunshine Cruising Yachts bring their extraordinary background as lifelong sailors and yacht brokers to this enlightening conversation about what it…

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How Microsoft’s AI Chief Defines ‘Humanist Super Intelligence’ 43:00

2M ago43:00

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Few people developing artificial intelligence have as much experience in the field as Microsoft AI CEO Mustafa Suleyman. He co-founded DeepMind, helped Google develop its large language models and designed AI chatbots with personality at his former startup, Inflection AI. Now, he’s tasked with leading Microsoft’s efforts on its consumer AI products…

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Booz Allen CEO on Silicon Valley’s Turn to Defense Tech: ‘We Need Everybody.’ 38:04

2M ago38:04

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Horacio Rozanski says he is obsessed with speed. As the CEO of Booz Allen Hamilton, a company that helps government agencies leverage the latest advances in technology used by the private sector, he has insight into the global race to develop artificial intelligence, especially in the realm of warfare. How does Rozanski see the relationship between…

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Salty Podcast #64⛵Started Sailing at 60 | Sailed Solo New England to Bahamas! 1:07:06

2M ago1:07:06

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Send us a text What happens when a 60-year-old retired teacher decides to sail solo from New England to the Bahamas? Deborah Hammett's remarkable journey proves that our boldest chapters can begin exactly when society expects us to slow down. After three decades teaching on Martha's Vineyard, Deborah traded lesson plans for navigation charts and sa…

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Salty Podcast #63 ⛵ Jerome Rand of @SailingIntoOblivian's 29,805-Mile Solo Sail Around the World aboard Mighty Sparrow 1:26:57

2M ago1:26:57

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Send us a text The moment Jerome Rand set sail from the United States in his 1975 Westsail 32, he entered a world few modern sailors will ever experience. For 271 consecutive days, battling the planet's most treacherous waters completely alone, Rand wasn't just testing his sailing abilities – he was discovering the very edges of human resilience. W…

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DLC Bribes, Switch Repairs & Magic Cards | New Dad Gaming Ep. 363 31:22

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What happens when exams meet DLC drops? This week on New Dad Gaming, Trevor and Jeff discuss using video games as parenting bribes—and whether it’s genius or dangerous. Jeff negotiates with his teen over a Hunter: Call of the Wild DLC, while Trevor deals with non-activated V-Bucks chaos after a birthday gone slightly wrong. We also revisit Jeff’s m…

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Switch 2 Temptation & Console Tragedies | New Dad Gaming Ep. 362 30:35

3M ago30:35

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A surprise Switch 2 drop, a blue screen of death, and Father’s Day gift loopholes - this episode has it all. Trevor barely escapes the clutches of buying a brand-new Switch 2… but just barely. Meanwhile, Jeff’s aging Switch kicks the bucket in spectacular fashion, sparking a desperate race against time to recover lost Pokémon and Zelda saves. With …

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Salty Podcast #62 ⚓️ @Sailing_with_Phoenix Arrives in Hawaii! 🌺 What's next? 57:31

3M ago57:31

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Send us a text What drives someone with zero ocean experience to sail 2,500 miles across the Pacific alone with just a cat as crew? Oliver's remarkable journey from Oregon to Hawaii captivated millions, transforming him from an unknown sailor with a few thousand followers into a viral sensation greeted as a hero upon his arrival in Waikiki. The raw…

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Salty Podcast #61⛵ Brit Sails from United Kingdom to the Caribbean 1:11:10

3M ago1:11:10

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Send us a text What does it take to transform from a military officer into a global sailor chasing the horizon? Captain James Canning's journey aboard his Regina 43 sailboat Archila reveals the realities behind the sailing dream – equal parts adventure, challenge, and unexpected wildlife encounters. From his early days learning on small dinghies in…

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Night Rain Temptations & Switch 2 FOMO | New Dad Gaming Ep. 361 29:50

3M ago29:50

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This week, Trevor and Jeff face their greatest challenge yet: resisting the urge to break their no-new-games vow. With the Elden Ring Nightreign expansion stealing the spotlight and rumors of a Nintendo Switch 2 release buzzing, the temptation is real. Meanwhile, one dad's teen dives headfirst into Dungeons & Dragons, sparking memories and hopes of…

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Temptation Denied, Goat Madness, and Magic The Gathering Costs 29:50

3M ago29:50

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After a brief break (no disasters—just dad life), Trevor and Jeff are back to talk about holding strong in their no new games challenge—sort of. Jeff’s been tearing up the zombie roads in Days Gone, teaching his kids how to shop smart with Goat Simulator 3, and even… dabbling in Magic: The Gathering for the first time ever (blame the Final Fantasy …

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This CEO Says Global Trade Is Broken. What Comes Next? 37:56

3M ago37:56

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Evan Smith is the co-founder and CEO of Altana, one of a few companies that have a global view and insight into the world’s supply chains. Think LinkedIn, but with the ability to track every step of a product’s movement from raw materials to store shelves. That lets him see firsthand how President Trump’s tariffs have thrown global trade networks i…

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This Company Has a Plan to Beat Neuralink at the Brain-Computer Interface Game 35:17

3M ago35:17

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What if you could control computers with just a thought? Precision Neuroscience is one of several companies working to make that a reality. Michael Mager is the co-founder and CEO of the brain-computer interface company whose technology aims to give patients with severe mobility issues new ways to interact with the digital world. How does Precision…

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Venture Capitalist Sarah Guo’s Surprising Bet on Unsexy AI 35:39

4M ago35:39

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What's next for artificial intelligence beyond autonomous agents and next-gen language models? Sarah Guo, the founder of venture capital firm Conviction, is a rising star among Silicon Valley investors. She says the next big wave of AI innovation could transform the business world. What is she looking for in investment opportunities? And why does G…

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Salty Podcast #60 ⛵One Sailor’s Jeanneau 419 Upgrades🔧 1:34:55

4M ago1:34:55

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Send us a text Rich Whitlock (@rich_whitlock9603) shares the smart upgrades he’s made to his 2018 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 419—from ☀️ solar and 📡 Starlink to 🧭 chartplotters & more. Whether you're refitting your cruiser or dreaming of the liveaboard life, this episode is packed with tips and gear talk you don’t want to miss. Ever wondered what happens…

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How Zipline’s Drones Are Taking Off in the U.S. and Rivaling Amazon 32:52

4M ago32:52

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After flying 100 million miles and making over 1.4 million deliveries using autonomous drones, Zipline CEO and co-founder Keller Rinaudo Cliffton is looking to transform how same-day delivery works in the U.S. His company has spent years shipping medical supplies across countries like Rwanda, Ghana and Kenya. But will Zipline become a household nam…

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Dad Court: Minecraft Mayhem, Backlog Betrayals, and the Temptation of Oblivion | New Dad Gaming Ep. 359 37:38

4M ago37:38

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This week on New Dad Gaming, Trevor and Jeff hold a special session of Dad Court to determine if their backlog challenge has been broken—or if there’s still hope for their gaming honor. Spoiler: Jeff may have withheld some crucial evidence… Jeff confesses to a near-miss after buying (and refunding) Elite Dangerous over a cockpit color mod—but later…

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70,000 Bets a Minute: How FanDuel’s Parent Is Winning at Sports Gambling 32:23

4M ago32:23

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Peter Jackson, the CEO of Flutter Entertainment, leads a global sports betting empire. With the U.S.-based FanDuel as its crown jewel, he has a prime view of one of the fastest-growing and most profitable entertainment industries in the world. How is Flutter using technology to supercharge sports betting, while grappling with its potential harms? J…

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Salty Podcast #59 | ⛵️ LIVE from a Sailboat in the Solomon Islands! 🚨 2:11:23

4M ago2:11:23

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Send us a text What if you could walk away from everything? The bills, the commute, the endless cycle of working to pay for things you barely have time to enjoy? Captain Mark J. Reinhardt didn't just dream about it—he did it. Speaking from his sailboat in the Solomon Islands, Mark takes us deep into the realities of living completely off-grid on th…

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What This Former USAID Head Had to Say About Elon Musk and DOGE 32:55

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Rajiv Shah, president of the Rockefeller Foundation and former head of USAID, has spent his career on the frontlines of the fight against global poverty. That gives him unique insight into the rapidly changing world of foreign aid and philanthropy. How are NGOs attempting to fill the funding gaps left as the Trump administration turns inward? Shah …

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Minecraft Movie Madness, Missed Projects, and Surprise Nerf Birthdays | New Dad Gaming Ep. 358 32:51

4M ago32:51

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This week on New Dad Gaming, Jeff and Trevor trade parenting war stories as they navigate teenage moods, missed school projects, and the absolute chaos of Minecraft movie culture. From last-minute movie plans to self-imposed consequences, the dads explore how to discipline with empathy—and hold the line when games are on the line. Jeff recounts how…

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