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Josh Pollard
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Tech podcaster, software engineering leader, Penguins and Lions fan, and a guy trying to learn to race cars. https://www.thedigitalmediazone.com/
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What it's like to train for a half-marathon in Ohio in January. This is going to be a great long run! 😂
Forecast showing that with the wind, it feels like 8 degrees outside Forecast showing that the weather is very poor for outdoor activities with a wind chill caution
January 17, 2026 at 3:09 PM
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We're on the show floor at CES 2026! We're talking all the trends from televisions, headphones, and gaming news. Is Micro RGB something you should buy? Are there more Auracast devices coming? And gaming is so weird this year!
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CES 2026 - The Digital Media Zone
Micro RGB televisions from LG, TCL, and Hisense, Auracast devices, and a weird year for gaming.
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January 9, 2026 at 7:03 PM
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This is definitely the smallest screen I've ever edited the podcast on! 😂
January 9, 2026 at 6:16 PM
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It's good to be back in Vegas! I've really missed the desert
January 5, 2026 at 6:03 PM
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What gear did we rely on in 2025? Which shows, movies, and games made our year? We're breaking it all down in our year-end episode of the Entertainment 2.0 podcast.
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Our 2025 Gear and Top Picks - The Digital Media Zone
We share the gear we used to watch, listen, and play in 2025, plus our top picks for movies, TV, music, podcasts, books, and games.
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December 31, 2025 at 12:50 PM
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On the latest episode of Entertainment 2.0 we answer the question: What’s an LG Micro RGB TV, and should you get one? Also, Auracast comes to the Xbox Wireless Headset, and you can now ask the Kindle app questions about your current book.
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What is an LG Micro RGB TV - The Digital Media Zone
What’s an LG Micro RGB TV, and should you get one? Auracast comes to the Xbox Wireless Headset. You can now ask questions about your current Kindle book.
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December 18, 2025 at 3:53 PM
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Oof! I feel bad for Edmonton fans. As a lifelong Penguins fan, I can tell you that Tristan Jarry is not the answer to your playoff goaltending problems.
December 12, 2025 at 4:32 PM
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WBD Bidding War: Who wins Warner Bros. Discovery - Netflix or Paramount? Plus, YouTube TV custom bundles, Spotify music videos, and media backup tips. All that and more on the latest episode of the Entertainment 2.0 podcast.
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Netflix/Paramount Bidding War for Warner Bros. Discovery - The Digital Media Zone
WBD Bidding War: Who wins Warner Bros. Discovery - Netflix or Paramount? Plus, YouTube TV custom bundles, Spotify music videos, and media backup tips.
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December 11, 2025 at 4:27 PM
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Join us as we livestream the Entertainment 2.0 podcast! www.twitch.tv/digitalmedia...
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We strive to share the best of our knowledge on the media and products that you’re interested in for watching TV and movies, playing games, listening to music, and even making your home smarter.
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December 11, 2025 at 1:45 AM
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On the latest Entertainment 2.0 podcast, Josh covers how Plex and Netflix are paywalling features, Amazon found a great use for AI, Spotify simplified switching services, and the Xbox full-screen experience is available on more handhelds.
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Amazon Built a Great AI Feature for the Living Room - The Digital Media Zone
Plex and Netflix are paywalling features. Amazon finds a great use for AI. Spotify simplifies switching services. Xbox full-screen experience comes to more handhelds.
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December 4, 2025 at 12:13 PM
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Disney and ESPN are back on YouTube TV, Apple simplifies its MLS offering, Spotify is recapping audiobooks, and Valve announced the Steam Machine and Steam Frame. Get our takes and our best Black Friday deals on the latest episode of Entertainment 2.0! www.thedigitalmediazone.com/2025/11/19/e...
Is the Steam Machine Coming for Xbox? - The Digital Media Zone
Disney and ESPN are back on YouTube TV, Apple simplifies its MLS offering, Spotify is recapping audiobooks, and Valve announced the Steam Machine and Steam Frame.
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November 19, 2025 at 11:03 PM
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We're live-streaming the Entertainment 2.0 podcast right now! Join the conversation at www.twitch.tv/digitalmedia...
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We strive to share the best of our knowledge on the media and products that you’re interested in for watching TV and movies, playing games, listening to music, and even making your home smarter.
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November 19, 2025 at 1:33 AM
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My Spotify Release Radar has new songs from Finger Eleven and Jimmy Eat World. It feels like 2003, and I love it!
November 7, 2025 at 2:24 PM
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I'm again joined by @richardgunther.com to discuss YouTube TV and Disney's dispute, Google pulling out of Movies Anywhere, the PlayStation Portal's new features, and so much more! Check it all out on the latest episode of Entertainment 2.0!
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YouTube TV and Disney’s Ongoing Fight - The Digital Media Zone
YouTube TV removes Disney's networks while Google drops out of Movies Anywhere. Auracast is coming to Windows, and the PlayStation Portal can now stream your owned games.
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November 6, 2025 at 12:46 PM
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On the latest episode of Entertainment 2.0, we discuss CNN All Access, a new streaming news service, Apple TV and Peacock have a great bundle offer, HBO Max is getting more expensive, and Xbox executives are talking about the next generation.
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Best Streaming Bundle Ever? - The Digital Media Zone
CNN All Access is a new streaming news service. Apple TV and Peacock have a great bundle offer. HBO Max is getting more expensive, and Xbox executives are talking about the next generation.
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October 29, 2025 at 12:25 PM
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This week on Entertainment 2.0, we're joined by @JonB65 to discuss Home Theater PCs in 2025, Apple TV’s confusing naming changes, TiVo’s discontinuation of DVRs, and massive changes for Game Pass. www.thedigitalmediazone.com/2025/10/16/e...
Home Theater PCs in 2025 with Jon Biggs - The Digital Media Zone
Home Theater PCs in 2025, Apple TV’s confusing naming changes, TiVo’s discontinuation of DVRs, and massive changes for Game Pass.
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October 17, 2025 at 1:49 AM
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I want a new electronic deadbolt for my front door. I want it to have a keypad. I don't care if it has a keyway. Ideally it will integrate with SmartThings (probably z-wave). I haven't created a Matter network yet, but I could with my Eero Pro6e. Thoughts? @richardgunther.com
September 26, 2025 at 11:12 PM
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Spotify adds lossless audio. Disney+, Hulu, and Xbox are getting more expensive. The AirPods Pro 3 are a major update. Lenovo Legion Go 2 pricing and specs are available. That and more on the latest Entertainment 2.0 www.thedigitalmediazone.com/2025/09/25/e...
Spotify Finally Adds Lossless Audio - The Digital Media Zone
Spotify adds lossless audio. Disney+, Hulu, and Xbox are getting more expensive. The AirPods Pro 3 are a major update. Lenovo Legion Go 2 pricing and specs are available.
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September 25, 2025 at 10:32 PM
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ESPN and Fox are launching soon with a money-saving bundle. Disney+ is merging with Hulu. Sling TV has innovative new plans. All that and more on the latest episode of the Entertainment 2.0 podcast! www.thedigitalmediazone.com/2025/08/14/e...
Nothing But Good News in Streaming Video - The Digital Media Zone
ESPN and Fox are launching soon with a money-saving bundle. Disney+ is merging with Hulu. Sling TV has innovative new plans.
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August 15, 2025 at 1:28 AM
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Paramount Plus and Max are rebranding. Spotify simplifies Discover Weekly. Microsoft laid off thousands of people. The Xbox app now shows Steam games. All that and more on the latest episode of the Entertainment 2.0 podcast.
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More Ads in Streaming and the Future of Xbox Consoles - The Digital Media Zone Rebranding Streaming Services
Paramount Plus and Max are rebranding. Spotify simplifies Discover Weekly. Microsoft laid off thousands of people. The Xbox app now shows Steam games.
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July 17, 2025 at 11:51 AM
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Amazon Prime Video and YouTube Premium Lite subscribers are seeing more ads. The Marshall Heston 120 soundbar looks stunning. And Xbox’s future of handhelds may drive their consoles. All that and more on the latest episode of the Entertainment 2.0 podcast. www.thedigitalmediazone.com/2025/06/19/e...
More Ads in Streaming and the Future of Xbox Consoles - The Digital Media Zone
Amazon Prime Video and YouTube Premium Lite subscribers are seeing more ads. The Marshall Heston 120 soundbar looks stunning. And Xbox’s future of handhelds may drive their consoles.
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June 19, 2025 at 12:44 PM
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Surprise! Entertainment 2.0 is streaming live right now! Come join the conversation at www.twitch.tv/digitalmedia...
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Entertainment 2.0 Live!
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June 19, 2025 at 12:43 AM
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So are we ready to finally admit that Connor McDavid is overrated?
June 18, 2025 at 1:54 AM
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Losing 5-1 in a game in which your goalie struggles isn't embarrassing. Playing like this when you're down by 4 IS embarrassing. At this point I hope Florida wins this series 4-1. Forget these Edmonton clowns
June 10, 2025 at 3:05 AM
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I know they are old at this point, but I still chuckle at the VRBO ads with Nick Saban. He's soooo perfect for them!
June 10, 2025 at 1:24 AM