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Digital Landscaping with Chris Wedel

Jul 20, 2026 · 1h 26m

Summary

Host Will Saddleberg welcomes Chris Waddell to discuss the rising costs of tech, from Starlink’s price hikes to Xbox Game Pass’s value decline, driven by RAM shortages. They explore how technology permeates daily life, including outdoor gadgets like robot mowers and smart home devices. The conversation shifts to digital wellness, covering strategies to reduce smartphone addiction and the challenges of raising kids in an always-connected world.

Topics discussed

Introduction and NordVPN sponsorship Starlink experience and Xbox Game Pass value Gadgets and Gravel channel and tech inflation Parenting in the digital age and phone addiction The decline of web browsing and content consumption Robot lawnmowers and electric outdoor power tools Closing remarks and upcoming episodes
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