What happens when Twitter disappears…but everybody still wants to build the next Twitter?

This week on Logging In, Kali and Techie revisit a story they actually tried to talk about before — except Techie’s kid accidentally unplugged the system halfway through recording and part of the episode was lost.

And apparently a lot can change between recordings.

The Twitter-inspired service they had been discussing lost its court battle involving the original Twitter and is now Tweet.app. That opens up a much bigger conversation about the growing number of platforms trying to capture the space Twitter once occupied — including Bluesky, Threads, Fanbase Spark and more.

But building another social network is one thing. Convincing people to actually use it is another.

Kali and Techie talk about why people stick with the platforms and brands they already know, what it takes for a new social network to break through, and whether any of these alternatives can become the place everyone actually checks every day.

With everybody fighting for the space Twitter once dominated, is the bird’s crown finally up for grabs?

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Please don’t follow us. Seriously. Every new follower could make it more expensive to sponsor Logging In.

This week, Kali and Techie accidentally turn the episode into a live business meeting as Techie reveals that he grabbed the Logging In Show name across just about every social platform he could find. Then comes the bigger experiment: what if sponsorships started at practically nothing and increased as the audience grew? 

That sends the conversation down the rabbit hole of how people actually get attention online—from creators making money with bizarre sponsorship ideas to a bowling alley cat becoming a mascot and a fake wedding that failed to fool the parents but managed to fool the internet. 

The episode also opens with the confusion surrounding reports of Dolly Parton’s death, including the strange moment when Techie saw the news, searched for confirmation, found reports calling it a hoax—and then learned later that the original report was real. 

Sometimes the internet makes sense. This isn't one of those times.

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What happens when AI companies need more training data and start turning to physical books?

This week on Logging In, Kali and Techie talk about the growing demand for books as AI companies look for more material to train their systems. That leads to a bigger question: what happens to rare, forgotten, or out-of-print books when copies start disappearing?

Techie makes the case for rescuing the books worth preserving before they become harder to find, while Kali looks at what it means when technology starts changing the value of something as ordinary as an old book.

It’s a conversation about AI, preservation, ownership, and why that dusty book sitting on a shelf might suddenly be more important than you think.

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This week on Logging In, Techie and Kali dive into a world where everything seems to come with a catch. YouTube may be making it even harder for smaller creators to monetize, smart-home technology is turning into “Home as a Service,”and apparently even being single could cost you more when it comes to car insurance.

Plus, Techie discovers a man literally living inside a billboard, Coyote vs. Acme gets a second life after nearly disappearing forever, and Facebook continues its quest to become even more deeply embedded in your phone.

From 8,000 watch hours and 20 million Shorts views to subscription-powered homes and the strange economics of being unmarried, Techie and Kali ask a familiar question: when did everything become something else we have to pay for?

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This week on Logging In, Techie and Kali dig into two stories that sound almost unbelievable. First, a security vulnerability involving Visa and Apple Pay raises the possibility of someone triggering a transaction of up to $10,000 through an iPhone—even while the phone is locked. The conversation turns to transit features, convenience versus security, and just how much trust we put into the devices sitting in our pockets.

Then Kali brings a different kind of surprise: a California rental listing that reportedly included an additional $200-a-month fee for tenants who work from home. Is working remotely now something landlords can charge extra for? And where does a fee end and a “work-from-home tax” begin?

Plus, Techie and Kali look at schools experimenting with a decidedly low-tech solution: taking away screens and bringing back paper, pencils, handwriting, and physical books—with some surprising results.

From Apple Pay to remote work to classrooms going analog, Episode 033 asks whether technology is making life easier—or whether we're starting to pay for convenience in ways we never expected.

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Techie’s voice is finally back, but Logging In missed a week for an unusual reason: he and his family were tracking down a traffic cone from Scotland.

In Episode 32, Techie explains how the Boston Cone became a symbol of the unexpected friendship between Boston and Scotland following the World Cup. The cone traveled first class from Glasgow, was fitted with a tracker, signed by Massachusetts leaders, and became the center of a real-life scavenger hunt that Techie and his children could not resist.

The conversation then turns to the World Cup final, including its unusual halftime entertainment, the trophy presentation, President Trump’s extended appearance with the winning team, and reports that a significant portion of the champions’ prize money could be subject to United States taxes.

From there, the algorithms take the show in several strange directions. Techie and Kali discuss a bizarre Big Brother twist involving former Survivor contestants, dinosaurs, time travel, and a contestant being thrown into a volcano before officially entering the game.

Finally, Kali introduces Instacart’s AI-powered grocery carts. These carts can recognize products, track a shopper’s location, calculate a running total, and recommend coupons based on what is happening inside the aisle. That leads to questions about privacy, incorrect prices, shopping with children, and how long it will take before people begin trying to trick the carts into offering better deals.

From a world-famous traffic cone to a grocery cart that knows what you are buying, Episode 32 proves that the strangest stories are often the ones your usual algorithm would never show you.

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In this episode of Logging In, Techie shares his firsthand experience spending time with Scotland's passionate Tartan Army and how that unexpected adventure led to another surprise—free tickets to see Young Washington.

Along the way, Techie and Kali discuss what made both experiences memorable, the power of community, how historical storytelling is evolving, and why sometimes simply showing up opens doors you never expected. From passionate fans to creative marketing, this episode explores the connections between history, entertainment, and the moments that remind us the best stories often aren't planned.

Join us as we log into Scotland, revolutionary history, and the unexpected opportunities that happen when curiosity leads the way.

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Boston thought it was hosting World Cup matches. Instead, it got invaded by Scotland.

In Episode 30 of Logging In, Techie reports live from the middle of the Tartan Army takeover as Scottish fans march through Boston, pack Fenway Park, drain local bars dry, set stadium noise records, and even honor American statues with traffic cones. Somehow, the biggest World Cup story isn't what's happening on the field—it's everything happening around it.

Meanwhile, Kali explores the United Kingdom's proposal to ban social media for anyone under 16, sparking a debate over childhood, technology, government oversight, and whether digital platforms have become too powerful for young users.

Then the conversation takes another turn into the future as a Texas hospital introduces "Moxie," a robot assistant helping nurses deliver medications, supplies, and lab specimens. Is this the beginning of a healthcare revolution—or just the latest example of robots quietly becoming our coworkers?

From soccer fan chaos and digital childhoods to hospital robots with heart-shaped eyes, this episode proves once again that reality is doing a better job than fiction.

Topics include:

• The Tartan Army's World Cup takeover of Boston
• Why Scotland fans became bigger news than the matches
• The UK's proposed social media ban for children under 16
• Reading, attention spans, and digital childhood
• Robot nurses arriving in Texas hospitals
• The future of healthcare automation
• Why the strangest stories are often the most important ones

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Techie has a summer cold and it shows—but the news doesn't stop.

This week on Logging In, we revisit the latest developments in the Bricks & Minifigs and Reckless Ben story, explore FIFA World Cup controversies, and laugh our way through America's most questionable soccer chants. The conversation also covers Apple's newest AI features, concerns about photo authenticity, and what Techie sees as a changing era for Apple leadership.

Meanwhile, Kali examines the return of the New World screw worm after decades of eradication, Panama's controversial paternity fraud legislation, and New York's proposed shift from "mother" and "father" to gender-neutral family law language.

It's a mix of tech, culture, politics, sports, and commentary—with one major twist: the further the episode goes, the less voice Techie has left.

Topics include:

• Bricks & Minifigs vs. Reckless Ben
• FIFA World Cup stadium changes and controversies
• Egypt, Iran, and Pride Month discussions
• The infamous USA soccer chants
• Apple's new AI photo tools
• Tim Cook and Apple's future
• The return of the New World screw worm
• Panama's paternity fraud proposal
• New York's family law language changes
• Techie's battle against a summer cold

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What happens when a local business dispute becomes internet-wide news?

This week on Logging In, Techie and Kali break down the viral Bricks & Minifigs controversy and the series of decisions that turned a customer complaint into a full-blown public relations headache. From social media backlash to questions about transparency, accountability, and reputation management, the story becomes a fascinating case study in how not to handle criticism online.

The duo also explores the larger lesson behind the controversy: in today's connected world, customers, creators, and communities often have more influence than traditional gatekeepers. When businesses try to control the conversation instead of engaging with it, the internet tends to have other plans.

Topics include:

• The Bricks & Minifigs controversy
• Viral customer complaints and online backlash
• Modern crisis management
• Social media's influence on business reputation
• Why transparency matters more than ever
• The changing balance of power between companies and communities

Sometimes the biggest story isn't the mistake—it's how you respond to it.

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Important note: Due to an unexpected microphone issue during recording, Kali is the primary voice you'll hear throughout most of this episode. The conversation was still too good to scrap, so we're releasing it as-is and bringing you along for the ride.

In Episode 27 of Logging In, Techie and Kali explore the growing impact of AI data centers and the massive demands they place on power, infrastructure, and local communities. They discuss whether the promises of the AI boom match reality and who ultimately pays the price for rapid technological growth.

The conversation also covers TSA policy changes involving medical marijuana, the continued rise of creator-driven entertainment, and how projects like Obsession are challenging traditional gatekeepers in media and entertainment. Along the way, Techie and Kali examine how audiences are gaining influence in industries once controlled by a select few and why disruption seems to be accelerating everywhere you look.

Even with a technical hiccup, the discussion delivers plenty of thought-provoking ideas about where technology, media, and culture are heading next.

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This week on Logging In, Techie and Kali dive into a collection of stories that seem unrelated at first—but all point to a deeper question about connection, trust, and modern life.

They discuss a controversial proposal that could allow handguns to be shipped through the U.S. mail, raising concerns about package theft, tracking, and unintended consequences. Across the Atlantic, the United Kingdom moves closer to creating a "smoke-free generation" by permanently banning tobacco purchases for anyone born after a certain year.

The conversation then shifts to a surprising study suggesting that social media may actually be making adults lonelier, despite being designed to keep people connected. Along the way, Techie shares the little-known history behind Facebook's original purpose and how digital relationships may be falling short of real-world connections.

The episode wraps up with growing reports that more Americans are exploring life overseas due to affordability concerns, remote work opportunities, and frustration with the current state of everyday life.

From handguns in the mail to friendships through a screen, Episode 26 explores what happens when modern solutions collide with very human needs.

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This week on Logging In, Techie and Kali kick things off with the viral rise of Danhausen and why storytelling may be making a comeback in entertainment. From miniature cloning-machine chaos in wrestling to social media stardom, they explore how one performer is capturing attention far beyond his industry.

Then the conversation shifts into the growing role of AI in everyday life. What happens when your car decides you're too tired, emotional, or distracted to drive? Could future vehicles literally put you in timeout? The hosts debate privacy, safety, and the risks of letting algorithms make decisions that used to belong to people.

Also in this episode: China's attempt to slow AI-driven job replacement, the surprising crowdfunded effort to buy Spirit Airlines, YouTubers discovering that free speech works differently around the world, and why the FBI is warning some people to replace aging wireless routers.

From wrestling clones to smart cars, airlines, AI, and digital surveillance, Episode 25 explores a common question: Who should be making the decisions—people, governments, corporations, or algorithms?

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In Episode 024 of Logging In, Techie and Kali explore how AI-powered security cameras are confidently getting reality completely wrong. One system mistakes a cat for a bear. Another thinks car headlights are a raging fire. A white pickup truck somehow becomes a tornado warning. As AI surveillance tools spread into everyday life, the episode asks a bigger question: what happens when technology starts interpreting the world without actual human understanding?

The conversation then shifts into the ongoing MrBeast controversy, workplace culture, internet fame, and why viral success often grows faster than leadership experience. Techie shares firsthand memories from the Clubhouse era and explains why some warning signs surrounding internet celebrity culture were visible years earlier.

The episode also covers the collapse of Spirit Airlines after blocked merger attempts, growing concerns over institutional decision-making, and a major Supreme Court ruling reshaping voting rights protections in America.

From AI hallucinations to corporate accountability, Episode 024 examines a world where systems increasingly make decisions while humans struggle to keep up.

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In Episode 023 of Logging In, Techie and Kali dive headfirst into one of the strangest weeks the internet has produced yet. From the viral rise of Danhausen and the blending of wrestling, memes, and algorithm-driven fandoms, to “Scientology speedruns,” psychedelic treatments being fast-tracked into mainstream culture, and even cars with built-in toilets — this episode explores how modern internet culture keeps rewarding the weirdest ideas imaginable.

The conversation spirals into the growing power of online audiences, how virality now shapes entertainment faster than traditional media ever could, and why algorithms no longer care about polish — they care about emotion, reaction, and chaos. Along the way, Techie and Kali connect the dots between WWE-style storytelling, internet absurdity, corporate disruption, and the feeling that reality itself is starting to operate like one giant content feed.

Very nice. Very viral. Very 2026.

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Apple just hit a turning point.

In this episode, we break down the transition from Tim Cook stepping down as CEO to a new, unfamiliar leader stepping in—sparking questions across the tech world.

Is this the end of Apple’s operations-driven era… and the beginning of something new?

We explore Apple’s history from Steve Jobs to today, the internal shakeups happening behind the scenes, and why choosing a hardware-focused leader could signal a major shift in what Apple builds next.

And yes—the internet already gave him a name: John Appleseed.

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In Episode 021 of Logging In, everything changes.

Techie and Kali break down a major shift happening right now across the internet—where views, watch time, and clicks are no longer the only thing that matters. Instead, platforms like YouTube are quietly moving toward something much bigger: how content makes you feel.

From MrBeast’s surprising drop in views to the rise of short-form dominance, they explore how the algorithm is evolving—and what that means for creators, audiences, and the future of content.

They also dive into:

• Why YouTube is pushing emotional feedback over retention
• The explosion of shorts vs long-form content
• Restaurants going phone-free to bring back real connection
• Viral creators influencing brands in real time
• A quiet but major shift in the U.S. draft system
• How everyday people are becoming internet-famous—and impactful

The big question:

Are we entering an era where emotion is the new currency of the internet?

This episode connects tech, culture, and human behavior in a way that shows one thing clearly—

the algorithm isn’t just watching what you do anymore… it’s learning how you feel.

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We put this one together with duck tape as the Jewish holiday of Passover fast approached. Listen to find out what we even spoke about.

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The government is still shut down.

Air travel is starting to feel unpredictable.

Driverless trucks are already on the road — and scaling fast.

And now AI is stepping into classrooms, reshaping how kids learn.

In Episode 19, Kali and Techie cover a week where the systems people rely on — government, travel, education, and jobs — all feel like they’re shifting at the same time.

Kali leads with the real-world impact of the shutdown, from TSA staffing concerns to airline pressure and the ripple effects travelers are already experiencing. She also highlights global and political tensions, including unexpected migration reversals and how quickly conditions can change across countries.

She then brings the spotlight to technology on the ground — including autonomous delivery trucks already operating and expanding across the U.S., raising real questions about jobs, scale, and what happens next.

Techie builds on that shift, breaking down how AI is entering education — from automated grading to entirely new school models — and what it means when learning, work, and structure start to change at the same time.

And somehow, in the middle of all of it…

Bigfoot sightings go viral, and Tesla wants people riding in cars with no steering wheels.

Because right now, the line between real change and “what is even happening?” is getting thinner.

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YouTube is moving into the Oscars.

A $3 million film makes $49 million — then quietly disappears from the charts.

A viral band can’t get a visa.

And suddenly, nobody agrees on what counts anymore.

In Episode 18, Kali and Techie unpack a week where creators, audiences, and institutions are colliding in real time.

Kali brings the cultural and political lens — from immigration decisions affecting rising artists to the deeper tension between traditional systems and the people they don’t fully recognize yet.

Techie breaks down what’s happening underneath — how a YouTuber-funded film can outperform major studios, why visibility can shift overnight, and how audience-driven success is starting to challenge critics, platforms, and long-standing industry gatekeepers.

From the Oscars moving toward streaming to influencers reshaping film, music, and comedy, the same pattern keeps showing up:

The system doesn’t quite know what to do with success it didn’t create.

And right now, that’s exactly why it’s nervous.

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