Retro Rewind: Navigating the Golden Era of Tech and Gaming with Jimmy Guest

Nerds On Tap

Dive into a nostalgic tech journey with "Nerds On Tap" and special guest, Jimmy Guest, as we traverse the golden era of 80s and 90s gaming and technology. From the enchanting arcades and the charming Commodore 64 to the pioneering days of PCs and video conferencing, we’ll explore the evolutionary steps and discover how they influenced today’s Digital Boardwalk, where Jimmy presently contributes. Amidst our tech-talk, we'll bask in light-hearted 80s movie trivia, discuss the culture of service centers, savor some German brews, and glean insightful and inspiring perspectives on the importance of human touch in technology from Jimmy's storied career. Grab a brew and join us for an enthralling trip through tech history!
Sponsors:
Digital Boardwalk Managed IT Services
Smarter Web
Special Guest:
Jimmy Guest, Technical Escalations Manager, Digital Boardwalk
Beers in Order of Appearance:

1. Yuengling
2. Wernesgrüner Brewery Pils legend
3. Gaffel Kölsch

Mentions:

• Lakeland Police Department
• Atari
• Nintendo

Other Mentions:

• Tron
• Tandy 1000
• Commodore 64
• Atari 8
• Raspberry Pi
• Procomm Plus
• Bulletin Board System (BBS)
• Karate Kid
• Revenge of the Nerds
• Terminator
• Back to the Future
• Ghostbusters

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章节

1. Intro (00:00:00)

2. Tasting #1 (00:03:29)

3. Segment #1: 80s Arcades and Games Nostalgia (00:04:35)

4. Tasting #2 (00:22:37)

5. Segment #2: PC's Technological Evolution and Advancements (00:23:48)

6. Segment #3: Exploring 80s Tech and Its Impact (00:37:10)

7. Trivia: Name that Nerd! (00:56:08)

8. Closing Thoughts (01:08:54)