Podcasts by The 4501 Podcast

#51 – Lessons Learned from One Year of Podcasting from 2019-12-17T11:04

Wow! It's been one year of podcasting for The 4501 Podcast. We've consistently published an episode about technology or travel every single week in 2019.

Over the course of the year, we h...

#50 – macOS vs Windows from 2019-12-10T12:00:41

In this episode Tony and Marc discuss 2 different computer operating systems: macOS vs Microsoft Windows. They go over the philosophies of each company and how they perceive the focus of each o...

#49 – Living in a Van as a Videographer from 2019-12-03T21:09:44

Learn about living in a van from a videographer who has traveled around the east coast of the United States shooting video interviews.

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#48 – Streaming Wars Update in 2020 from 2019-11-26T12:00:34

Disney+, ESPN+, Apple TV+, the streaming apps go on and on. In this episode, Tony and Marc discuss who has actually won in the streaming wars. Marc talks about the services he currently uses a...

#47 – Why You Need to Know About RCS in 2020 from 2019-11-19T10:45

Learn everything you need to know about the push by Google for RCS that will finally unify text messaging across all major platforms including Apple and Android. Tony and Marc walk you through t...

#46 – How To Buy a TV on Black Friday in 2019 from 2019-11-12T10:15

Learn everything you need to know about buying a TV on Black Friday and Cyber Monday in 2019. With lots of jargon such as resolution, refresh rate, contrast ratio, it may seem overwhelming to bu...

#45 – Insuring Your Electronics from 2019-11-05T11:08

It's really easy to skip the extended warranty or optional insurance for your new cell phone of laptop computer, but when you crack the screen 8 months later or spill a cup of coffee on the keyb...

#44 – Traveling Around Japan on Less than $70 A Day from 2019-10-29T11:00:53

In this episode Tony talks about how he traveled around Japan - one of the most expensive countries in the world, on $70 a day! The two discuss what living accommodations you are going to have ...

#43 – Should You Buy a NAS in 2019? from 2019-10-22T09:34:54

We hear about THE CLOUD and for some of us, it's unclear what actually that is. There's Apple's iCloud, Google Photos, Google Drive, Dropbox, etc. all of which are cloud storage options for your...

#42 – Jet Lag: What Is It and How To Beat It from 2019-10-15T11:00:54

In this episode, Tony and Marc talk about the Jet Lag disorder. They discuss their own experiences dealing with this silent nuisance and what steps you can take to fight it off. Disclaimer: th...

#41 – Climbing Mt. Fuji in Japan from 2019-10-08T10:34

Climbing to the top of Mt. Fuji is one of the most rewarding experiences you can have when you travel to Japan. In fact, Mt. Fuji is actually an active volcano that last erupted in the early 16t...

#40 – How to Choose a Camera for YouTube from 2019-10-01T11:00

Want to start to VLOG on Youtube? Feel lost and don't know where to start? Well in this episode, Marc and Tony discuss which cameras you can use to start a YouTube Channel. The two talk about ...

#39 – Backpacking Thailand from 2019-09-24T10:00

Thailand is a popular travel destination for backpackers and honeymooners alike. Popular for its cheap cost of living, Bangkok, Chiang Mai, and the southern islands and beaches are among the hea...

#38 – Volunteering Abroad from 2019-09-17T11:00:05

Volunteering is a rewarding experience. But for those aiming to see the world and volunteer at the same time - there is a way! In this episode, Tony and Marc are joined by Tony's traveling comp...

#37 – How to Port Your Phone Number to Google Voice from 2019-09-14T01:00:59

Have you ever wondered how to port your number over to Google Voice? Well, look no further because in this episode Tony tells you how to do it. He talks about what Google Voice is, the benefit...

#36 – Blockchain Explained from 2019-09-03T09:30

Blockchain, cryptocurrency, bitcoin — what's the difference. In this episode, Tony and Marc discuss the technology behind the crypto craze that is blockchain.

After listening to this podc...

#35 – A Beginner's Guide to Buying Computer Monitors from 2019-08-26T09:45:30

What to purchase a computer monitor and don't know where to start? Well, Not all monitors are created equal! In this episode Marc tells you some of the things to things to look for when you pur...

#34 – The Daily Cost of Backpacking Central Europe from 2019-08-21T02:36:34

Travel is expensive. Only the rich can afford it.

WRONG!

Tony spent on average $75 per day when he traveled through Europe for 4 weeks in late 201...

#33 – The Art of Packing Light from 2019-08-13T10:01

Packing light is truly an art. In this episode, Tony reveals his best tips on how to pack light and exactly what he packs for long term world travel. While Tony is a solo backpacker, his advice ...

#32 – Backpacking in Vietnam from 2019-08-06T10:45:45

Have you ever thought about backpacking to Vietnam? In this episode, Tony and Marc talk about Tony's 3 week trip backpacking in Vietnam. Tony talks about why he decided to go there and his top...

#31 – Cord Cutting in 2019 from 2019-07-30T10:00:12

In this episode Marc and Tony discuss Cord Cutting in 2019. What is cord cutting? This is eliminating your normal TV cable service to instead use a streaming platform like Netflix or DirectTV No...

#30 – Building A Smart Home in 2019 from 2019-07-25T00:05:41

In this episode, Tony and Marc discuss the steps of building a smart home in 2019. A home that will automate the simplest tasks to live your life much easier. Marc discusses how he started to ...

#29 – Travel Hacking 101 from 2019-07-15T09:45

While travel hacking can seem daunting and only for the experts, this is certainly not the case. With so many free online tools such as Skiplagged, Hopper, and the plane ticket price tracking fe...

#28 – Confessions of a Daily Vlogger on YouTube from 2019-07-08T21:45

Find out what it takes to have a daily vlog on YouTube directly from a daily vlogger himself. Tony Florida has a wealth of information to share with you about his experience daily vlogging. Topi...

#27 – 23 and Me Health and Ancestry Review from 2019-07-02T09:45

Learn how to trace your ancestral roots with the 23 and Me health and ancestry DNA test. While Marc explains the process and science behind these home DNA tests, topics including the cost, accur...

#26 – BlaBlaCar Long Distance Carpool and Rideshare App from 2019-06-25T09:00

While you have rentable electric scooters and Uber to get around a city, what if you need to travel to another city? Introducing BlaBlaCar — yet another addition to the sharing economy.

T...

#25 – Apps to Help You Speak Abroad from 2019-06-18T11:00:35

As Tony is preparing to travel again, Marc and Tony discuss some of the apps that help overcome the language barrier when traveling abroad. Tony talks about some difficult situations when the l...

#24 – Travel Vaccines from 2019-06-11T10:00

As Tony is preparing to travel again, this time he needs to get a whole bunch of travel vaccines for his upcoming trip to Southeast Asia. In addition to explaining what vaccines are, Marc—an imm...

#23 – The Big Data Revolution from 2019-06-04T10:30:01

The Big Data Revolution. Have you heard this buzzword? In this episode, Tony and Marc talk about what "big data" means to them and some of the practical uses of it. The two describe how they fir...

#22 – 3 Ways to Avoid Fees When Traveling Abroad from 2019-05-28T09:00

We all hate paying fees, especially when traveling. In this week's episode, Tony reveals his three best tips for avoiding fees when traveling. Learn how to avoid foreign transaction fees, ATM fe...

#21 – Traveling to Rome on a Budget from 2019-05-21T11:00:12

You never know how to get around Rome until someone tells you how and in this episode Tony and Marc give you the best insight on how to save money when traveling to Rome, Italy. They discuss th...

#20 – Autonomous Cars from 2019-05-14T11:00

In this episode Marc and Tony continue their talk of new automotive technology with their discussion about autonomous or self-driving cars. They talk about the companies developing this technol...

#19 – Electric Cars from 2019-05-07T09:00

In this episode Marc and Tony talk about the electric car movement and why these high-priced vehicles are attractive options for people looking to get into the electric car field. They discuss ...

#18 – Why You Should Try a Social Media Clense from 2019-04-30T10:30

In this episode Tony talks to Marc about his social media addiction and the steps he's taking to stop it. The two also talk about why Marc left social media and how he feels about this decision...

#17 – Backpacking India from 2019-04-23T09:00

In early 2018, Tony went on a 5 week backpacking India adventure. During his time traveling through India, Tony visited a dozen different cities.

In addition to seeing the obligatory Taj ...

#16 – Why You Should Go On a Cruise to Alaska from 2019-04-16T09:00

Back in 2016, Marc and Tony separately went on Alaska cruises... at the same time. Marc and his family sailed on Celebrity Cruise Lines while Tony toured around on Royal Caribbean. They both agr...

#15 – Tony Returns From Australia & New Zealand - Part 2 from 2019-04-09T09:00

After nearly 3 months down under, Tony returns from his Australia and New Zealand backpacking trip. In part 2 of this two part series, Marc interviews Tony now that he's back in the states to se...

#14 – How To Make a Website For Beginners from 2019-04-02T10:00

Ever wonder how to build a website? In this episode, Tony—someone who has built and maintains multiple websites—teaches you exactly what you need to do in order to get your website up and runnin...

#13 – Everything You Need to Know About Twitch Live Streaming from 2019-03-26T09:31

In this ultimate guide to live streaming with Twitch, Marc teaches you everything you need to know about streaming video in 2019. Not only will you learn what live streaming is and why it's so p...

#12 – Tony Goes To Australia & New Zealand - Part 1 from 2019-03-19T10:00

In this episode, Tony and Marc talk about Tony's adventure down under to visit the countries of Australia and New Zealand. In part 1 of 2, the two discuss Tony's expectations for his trip and w...

#11 – The History and Future of Ride Sharing from 2019-03-12T09:00:05

In this episode, tech and travel merge together when Tony and Marc talk about ride sharing apps Uber and Lyft. They talk about the history of each company, their experiences with each app, and ...

#10 – How to Spend 33% Less For Flights with Points and Miles from 2019-03-05T10:00

In this Episode, Tony and Marc Talk about the hobby of using Points and Miles to Travel the World for Free! We explain the difference between poitns and miles, the best ways to use miles, and wh...

#9 – Hands Off Investing with Robo Advisors from 2019-02-26T22:12:17

Part 2 in the 2 part series on investing is all about hands off investing with robo advisors. The two big players in the robo advisor field are Betterment in Wealthfront.

Listen as Tony a...

#8 – Investing for Beginners in 2019 from 2019-02-19T12:00:53

In this episode Tony and Marc explain how to make money through passive financial investing schemes. This is part 1 of a 2 part series exploring stocks, bonds, and high yield savings accounts.<...

#7 – A Beginner's Guide to Building a PC in 2019 from 2019-02-11T18:30

This episode walks you through Marc's through process for build a custom PC from parts!

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#6 – Traveling the World with an Ocean Sciences Degree from 2019-02-05T09:00

Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences: http://bios.edu/

Check out Nick's personal website: ...

#5 – Monetizing Mobile Apps in 2019 from 2019-01-29T09:00

Check out Tony's repertuar of apps on his website: http://www.flooreeda.com/repertuar.php

States iVisited is one of Ton...

#4 – The Life of a Biology PhD Student from 2019-01-22T09:00

Stay up to date with Marc's research on The Singer Lab website: http://www.stevensingerlab.org/

Any questions about PhD degree...

#3 – Why Younger Generations Yearn to Travel from 2019-01-15T09:00

Watch as Tony travels the world on his YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/tonyflorida

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