In this episode of Technically Working, Michael and Damashe catch up after what feels like forever—and dive right into Damashe’s chaotic travel story. From missing a train in New Orleans to unexpectedly booking a sleeper car, he shares how one late-night nap and a Pixel alarm mishap turned into an impromptu hotel stay and a free breakfast.

They recap recent tech conference experiences, including hands-on impressions of the Giga AI Glasses (spoiler: they’re still a little too chatty), vibration-based navigation shoes from Japan, and the impressive multi-line Dot Pad display with near-instant braille refresh.

Michael shares some behind-the-scenes tech wins from running hybrid ACB Convention events—including Gravity Forms automations, Lisi scripting magic, and a FedEx shipping lesson that cost him $81. They also nerd out over gear like the Zoom H5 Studio, run through Damashe’s audio setup powered by a Pixel 9 Pro hotspot, and trade thoughts on why sliders beat knobs on audio mixers.

Plus:

Why ChatGPT lied about Zoom recorder layouts Updates on the BITS AI class recordings Selling Lisi to pay off a car (yes, really) Using walkie-talkie on the Apple Watch in a hallway sprint Tips on cheaper shipping using Pirate Ship AccessibleAndroid.com and a mystery screen reader named Prudence And a push to keep the podcast under 58 minutes for distribution deals If you enjoy the show and want to support it, hit the Tip Jar and consider becoming a monthly backer. Every little bit helps!

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In this episode of Technically Working, Michael and Damashe dive into everything from broken safe keys and unexpected tech closets to streamlining code with AI and fighting Gravity Forms. Michael shares updates on the upcoming BITS AI course and his automations for scheduling Zoom events, while Damashe reveals his quiet move to the closet for better acoustics (and less heat).

They discuss:

• Why more BITS members are tuning in—and how to join the AI course
• Using Google Classroom effectively vs. bloated school tech platforms
• Damashe’s safe disaster and impromptu locksmith plan
• Michael’s TikTok growth and Gravity Forms pet peeve
• Recording setups, GitHub Copilot agent mode, and code workflows with ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini
• How Lisi's AI integration streamlines tasks right from JAWS
• The behind-the-scenes of automating newsletter audio with Azure voices
• Prime Day skepticism, API usage surprises, and tip jar shout-outs

It's an episode filled with laughs, tech experiments, and just a touch of closet-based podcasting.

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In this time-shifted episode of Technically Working, Michael and Damashe dive into a pile of long-overdue listener feedback. They kick things off with a detailed voice message from Lord Robin Christofferson about Cal Studio (formerly PFMM.ai), a platform for building and monetizing custom AI tools. Then it’s on to GrapheneOS—Damashe shares updates on accessibility, eSpeakNG’s new direct boot support, and what it takes for blind users to flash the ROM.

They also respond to Scout’s questions on ProtonMail, network gear placement, and smart home setups—complete with temperature sensors and leak detectors. Michael wonders how far he can push smart home automation, and the duo get inspired by a wild idea involving a Bluetooth toothbrush starting a car.

Plus: Reolink doorbell app accessibility, the ongoing debate between Ubiquiti vs. Reolink, and Damashe’s slow march toward buying a Synology NAS.

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