The AmberMac Show is a weekly SiriusXM radio and podcast production that unpacks the latest tech, business, and digital news shaping our lives. Award-winning podcaster Amber Mac draws on over 20 years of experience covering technology in the US and Canada to make today’s complex high-tech world easier to understand. Together with co-host Jeff MacArthur, and featuring influential guests making their own headlines, Amber’s team helps listeners nationwide and beyond stay informed and ahead of the c...
Feb 20, 2025•1 min
Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: how a robotics company is helping kids with disabilities; getting news directly from those you trust; how OpenAI’s new killer app is changing the video game; and Marc Saltzman drops by with some great tech gift ideas for the holidays. Links to this week's stories and discussion: [08:39] Trexo Robotics Exoskeleton: trexorobotics.com [16:42] App-tastic [24:40] Marc Saltzman: marcsaltzman.com [32:37] Noosphere: noosphere.app [41:18] ...
Dec 17, 2024•50 min•Ep. 398
Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: how AI can help artists get fair compensation; protecting valuable assets with a wildfire defence system; predicting your death through AI; and why your phone should carry a health warning in Spain. Links to this week's stories and discussion: [08:08] FireDome: fire-dome.com [18:19] App-tastic [27:05] Musical AI: wearemusical.ai [35:39] Death Clock: deathclock.co [43:02] Should Phones Carry Health Warnings in Spain You can also fi...
Dec 10, 2024•50 min•Ep. 397
Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: how AI-driven weather data can prepare us for climate risks; Amber’s 2024 Holiday tech picks for tweens and teens; energy as a solution for all sizes of businesses; a closer look at innovative food solutions in Africa; and why one Amazon influencer doesn’t want you to copy her vibe. Links to this week's stories and discussion: [09:53] Skyfora: skyfora.com [16:48] Amber’s 2024 Holiday Tech Picks for Tweens and Teens [25:40] BioEsol...
Dec 03, 2024•48 min•Ep. 396
Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: a sports tech company measuring movement for the pros; a company in Brazil revolutionizing neonatal care to keep babies safe; a look at holiday gift ideas and giving charity as a gift; and social media influencers becoming the source for news. Links to this week's stories and discussion: [08:05] Precision Sports Technology: precisionsportstech.com [16:37] App-tastic [23:54] Protecting Brains and Saving Futures: pbsf.com.br [33:03]...
Nov 26, 2024•50 min•Ep. 395
Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: an overview of the devastating state of today’s threat landscape; a wearable device that is helping with the fight against breast cancer; how new tech is keeping our oceans and world safe; and the role that podcasts play in the world of media. Links to this week's stories and discussion: [08:55] Sherrod DeGrippo: Microsoft Digital Defence Report [18:35] App-tastic [26:16] Salva Health: salvahealth.co [34:25] Planetary Technologies...
Nov 12, 2024•52 min•Ep. 394
Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: how scammers are using AI for phishing attacks; how to Shazam your clothing style; whether travel is the next big viral video; and the latest on the Character.AI lawsuit. Links to this week's stories and discussion: [08:09] ESET : eset.com [15:12] App-tastic [23:26] Aesthetic: myaesthetic.ai [32:36] LOST iN : lostin.com [41:30] The Latest in the Character.A I Lawsuit You can also find both AmberMac and Michael B on Twitter....
Nov 05, 2024•50 min•Ep. 393
Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: a headband that tracks and treats ADHD symptoms; a brand behind the charger reshaping the future of wireless; how a company is transforming the economics of local news; and we talk about why X is making it harder to block other users. Links to this week's stories and discussion: [08:54] Neurode: neurodelabs.com [16:48] App-tastic [24:05] NOA The Brand: noathebrand.com [31:21] Indiegraf: indiegraf.com [42:52] Why X is Making it Har...
Oct 22, 2024•52 min•Ep. 392
Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: get a robot to take your place at work or school when you are sick; making posting to social media tastier; tech tools and tips to work smarter and faster while saving money; and governments using tech to streamline services. Links to this week's stories and discussion: [09:25] No Isolation: noisolation.com [17:31] App-tastic [25:26] Ben McCarthy: croissantapp.com [31:22] 4 Tech Tools + Tips to Work Smarter, Faster + Save Money [4...
Oct 15, 2024•50 min•Ep. 391
Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: how new therapies are helping patients with life-changing diseases; how the latest in Internet of Things tech is helping in the wake of property disasters; the state of AI worldwide; and how mobile phones could completely change elections. Links to this week's stories and discussion: [09:37] Arthur Fratamico: radiantbio.com [17:23] App-tastic [25:56] Kevin Dooley: kahi.io [35:36] Jonathan Martin: www.weka.io [43:56] How Mobile Pho...
Oct 01, 2024•53 min•Ep. 390
Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: changing the narrative around reproductive health and helping patients be in control of their journey; how AI is helping scientists develop new drugs; all the deets on Apple’s latest products including Apple AI; and we look at the issue of right-wing influencers under fire for taking money from Russians. Links to this week's stories and discussion: [09:05] Sylvia Kang: miracare.com [18:53] App-tastic [25:26] Liran Belenzon : bench...
Sep 17, 2024•52 min•Ep. 389
Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: a 24-hour approach to taking care of your overall wellbeing; creating a safe environment for kids to learn about AI and the internet; the company that's helping to supercharge cameras in Tesla vehicles; and thoughts on Australia's Right To Disconnect laws. Links to this week's stories and discussion: [07:56] Owl + Lark: owllark.com [15:57] App-tastic [21:28] Hello Wonder: hellowonder.ai [29:03] Matt3r: matt3r.ai [36:08] Australia’...
Sep 10, 2024•46 min•Ep. 388
Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: looking at new tech for the start of school; cargo ships storing CO2 in the ocean; powering devices with kinetic energy; and getting the latest smart and savvy tech gear for students from Marc Saltzman. Links to this week's stories and discussion: [08:09] The Latest Tech For School [14:54] App-tastic [22:19] Pierre Forin: calcarea.com [29:45] Laurence Kemball-Cook: pavegen.com [37:01] Marc Saltzman: marcsaltzman.com You can also f...
Aug 20, 2024•45 min•Ep. 387
Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: how AI and solar are helping farmers get better data; a fem tech company on a mission to reduce pain; a metal 3D printing company working in space; and why we need better communicators in the fight for democracy. Links to this week's stories and discussion: [09:01] Farmblox: farmblox.ag [16:41] App-tastic [25:13] Juno: junotechno.com [32:14] Rosotics: rosotics.com [41:13] The Need for Better Communicators in the Fight for Democrac...
Jul 30, 2024•50 min•Ep. 386
Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: how a panel of grandmothers chose the best sustainable tech; 10 ways scammers are trying to clone your voice to win big; a new social media space for Gen Z; and an Apple Watch that spent a year lost at sea. Links to this week's stories and discussion: [08:43] Parinaz Pakniat: pakville.ca [17:18] App-tastic [27:08] AI Voice Scamming [34:43] Tiffany Zhong: thenoplace.com [42:13] How An Apple Watch Was Found At Sea One Year Later You...
Jul 23, 2024•51 min•Ep. 385
Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: a new app made just for kids on campus; what you need to know about setting up your family with Uber rides; a start-up that is making video dubbing a cinch thanks to A.I.; and America’s oldest magazine is betting big on OpenAI. Links to this week's stories and discussion: [09:11] Teddy Solomon: fizzsocial.app [17:55] App-tastic [29:22] Uber: uber.com [36:53] Matt Panousis: lipdub.ai [44:44] Betting Big on OpenAI You can also find ...
Jul 16, 2024•53 min•Ep. 384
Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: keeping your digital assets safe after you’re gone; everything you need to know about Apple Intelligence; an AI-powered email app that helps you fly through your inbox; and the latest tech for seniors aging in place. Links to this week's stories and discussion: [08:06] Michael Okoye: adamapp.io [25.:01] Mark Gurman: @markgurman on X [29:42] Rahul Vohra: superhuman.com [39:07] Tech For Seniors You can also find both AmberMac and Mi...
Jun 25, 2024•49 min•Ep. 383
Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: how AI can help make building safer; new tech and a much-needed clean economy; how to sell secondhand stuff; and why airplane turbulence is getting worse. Links to this week's stories and discussion: [08:39] Peter Evans: xtractone.com [18:26] App-tastic [25:56] Nicholas Parker: cleanai.com [34:49] Poshmark Turns 5 [44:28] The Science On Why Airplane Turbulence Is Getting Worse You can also find both AmberMac and Michael B on X....
Jun 04, 2024•52 min•Ep. 382
Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: why some of the world’s top tech companies are setting their eyes on the future of education; how robotic super limbs can help astronauts; why Microsoft’s new recall feature might be a wee bit scary; and how putting away your phone during weddings this summer may be the new norm. Links to this week's stories and discussion: [09:21] Dwayne Matthews: LinkedIn Article [18:49] App-tastic [27:02] Erik Ballesteros: MIT Article [36:56] M...
May 28, 2024•50 min•Ep. 381
Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: an XPRIZE Carbon Removal competition finalist from Canada; Arca, the future of green mobility with BMW; how an app plans to help you develop better wellness habits; and why Facebook and Instagram are under formal investigation in the EU. Links to this week's stories and discussion: [08:40] Paul Needham: arcaclimate.com [16:49] App-tastic [23:53] Kevin Marcotte: bmw.ca [34:52] Daniel Shaffer: gratitudeplusapp.com [43:55]: Facebook ...
May 21, 2024•50 min•Ep. 380
Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: how quantum computing is paving the way for clean drinking water; the rise of climate disasters on the big screen; how Google wants Canadians to grow their skills in AI; and thoughts on the future of AI labeling on TikTok. Links to this week's stories and discussion: [09:36] Diana Virgovicova: xatoms.com [18:36] App-tastic [26:53] Big Screen Disasters [32:46] Sabrina Geremia: grow.google [41:22] AI Labeling on TikTok You can also ...
May 14, 2024•50 min•Ep. 379
Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: schools are behind when it comes to social media and students; an app that has a community and other supports to help you through a time of grieving; how a company that helps ensure goods get to where they need to go no matter what’s happening in the world; and what happened to everyone’s favourite social exercise bike, Peloton. Links to this week's stories and discussion: [09:01] Social Media and Schools [24:32] Eloise Bune: dayn...
May 07, 2024•50 min•Ep. 378
Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: medical devices that help fight insomnia and anxiety; a platform to fight loneliness and meet new people; the legality of MrDeepFakes; and innovative tech for a more sustainable future. Links to this week's stories and discussion: [10:35] Jason McKeown: neurovalens.com [18:39] App-tastic [25:53] Rich Hacking: Buffet App [32:54] Legality of MrDeepFakes [42:50] Tech That Can Help Sustain the Future You can also find both AmberMac an...
Apr 23, 2024•51 min•Ep. 377
Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: the most powerful people in AI and technology; the science behind our inherited health; Canada’s new AI plans; and an update from Snap on its Solar System feature. Links to this week's stories and discussion: [08:14] Sarah Fulford: macleans.ca [16:28] App-tastic [24:52] Robert Piasentin: mcmillan.ca [33:42] James Longman: abcnews.go.com [41:49] Snap Updates Its Solar System Feature You can also find both AmberMac and Michael B on ...
Apr 16, 2024•51 min•Ep. 376
Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: a way to stop plastic pollution in the world's oceans; adding instant reactions to video messaging between friends; how will AI change the world of gadgets & what to expect next; plus we tell kids to think about friendships like planets. Links to this week's stories and discussion: [09:09]: Philip Ehrhorn: thegreatbubblebarrier.com [16:22 App-tastic [23:29] Faheem Kajee: seen.video [31:59] The AI Gadget Era [41:02] Socially Sp...
Apr 09, 2024•49 min•Ep. 375
Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: an app that helps you search and shop by images with your camera; using human measurement technologies to help athletes are injured; how learning is changing in a world with AI; and we discuss if the future of wearable technology is filled with glassholes . Links to this week's stories and discussion: [08:29] Ryan Kim: cherry.io [14;16] App-tastic: [23:03] Anthony Sinacore: vald.com [31:26] Dwayne Matthews: linkedin.com [41:26] : ...
Apr 02, 2024•50 min•Ep. 374
Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: a new facility coming to Nova Scotia will supercharge Canada's battery researchers; a networking platform for the future of work; new money that's helping Canada’s AI ecosystem; and a deep dive into the aftermath of Don Lemon's Elon Musk interview. Links to this week's stories and discussion: [10:33] Ravi Kempaiah: zen.energy [18:36] App-tastic [26:08] Christopher Fong: key.ai/ [35:08] Elissa Strome: cifar.ca/ [43:08] Socially Spe...
Mar 26, 2024•53 min•Ep. 373
Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: what to do when panic attacks happen; what do water drones do; why social media is especially toxic for women and girls; and what we can do next for climate change. Links to this week's stories and discussion: [08:40] Matt Gutman: abcnews.com [20:21] App-tastic [27:14] Ester Strommen: syrenna.com [35:20] Kara Alaimo: karaalaimo.com [43:05] Socially Speaking You can also find both AmberMac and Michael B on Twitter....
Mar 12, 2024•51 min•Ep. 372
Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: options for travellers who want to be eco-aware; creating a technology combining deep learning, cloud-based computing, and autonomous decision making to support a 24/7 self-operating building; how to be more resilient online; and building a physical business on the web. Links to this week's stories and discussion: [10:46] Cassandra Sasso: wander.com.au [16:48] App-tastic [25:53] Sam Ramadori: brainboxai.com [34:46] Yasmin London: ...
Mar 04, 2024•52 min•Ep. 371
Amber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: making data work for businesses and beyond with a data-first approach; how a chatbot is changing the hiring process; how an AI startup is helping Hollywood keep up; and we chat about the business of storytelling. Links to this week's stories and discussion: [09:27] Shelby Austin: arteria.ai [19:31] App-tastic [27:46] Barb Hyman: sapia.ai [36:21] Chris Giliberti: itsavail.com [44:16] The Business of Storytelling You can also find b...
Feb 27, 2024•52 min•Ep. 370
