Y. Karp? Why Not!

Should we be polite to our digital assistants? It’s a question that has become more and more important to answer as artificial intelligence continues to become a large part of our daily lives. This episode features special contributions from some of our listeners! This week’s podcast is brought to you by www.girlsciencestars.com . Show your teenage girls that they, too, can achieve great scientific discoveries. girlsciencestars.com features profiles of female science stars and what they have accomplished - new content almost every day! Click here to listen  on  Stitcher:  http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=152797&refid=stpr Click here to listen  on  iTunes:  https://itunes.apple.com/il/podcast/y-karp-why-not/id1291793305 Click here to listen  on  TuneIn:  https://tunein.com/radio/Y-Karp-Why-Not-p1038454/ Or play the episode directly from here: Yossi's Magazine: Everyone Needs One of These www.ykarp.com/magazine Follow on Twitter: ...

I want to hear your opinion: Is it a good thing for us as individuals and as a society to say "please" and "thank you" to Alexa, Siri, and Google Assistant? Is it fine for us to verbally abuse them because they are just robots?  Send me a WhatsApp voice message: +1 346 84 3 0044  You could be on the next podcast episode of Y. Karp? Why Not! Yossi's Magazine: Everyone Needs One of These www.ykarp.com/magazine Follow on Twitter: @ykarp Follow on Google+: +Yossi Karp Subscribe to Y. Karp? Why Not! or follow on Facebook Add this blog to your RSS feed reader

How do you separate very average technical writers from the best ones? SPECIAL MESSAGE! Be part of the next Y. Karp? Why Not! podcast episode! Are you polite to Google Assistant, Siri, or Amazon Alexa? Do you yell at them when they don’t give you the results you want? Leave me a voice message and let me know - you could be on the next episode of the Y. Karp? Why Not! podcast! Send me a WhatsApp voice message to +1 346 843 0044 and tell me your first name and then whether you think our kids should grow up saying “please” and “thank you” to these devices? How do you think relating to digital assistants as if they are real people affect our society, if at all? This week’s episode is proudly brought to you by ZekTec custom software. If off-the-shelf software packages just don’t cut it, ZekTec has you covered. Visit  www.zektec.com . Click here to listen on Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=152797&refid=stpr Click here to listen on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.c...

Now that Bitcoin has reached astronomical value (over $19,000 per coin as of today) the entire idea of cryptocurrencies - decentralized digital currencies - is once again a hot topic. Here's a bit about the most famous of all cryptocurrencies, Bitcoin. This week’s episode is proudly brought to you by ZekTec custom software. If off-the-shelf software packages just don’t cut it, ZekTec has you covered. Visit  www.zektec.com . Click here to listen on Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=152797&refid=stpr Click here to listen on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/il/podcast/y-karp-why-not/id1291793305 Click here to listen on TuneIn: https://tunein.com/radio/Y-Karp-Why-Not-p1038454/ Or play the episode directly from here: Yossi's Magazine: Everyone Needs One of These www.ykarp.com/magazine Follow on Twitter: @ykarp Follow on Google+: +Yossi Karp Subscribe to Y. Karp? Why Not! or follow on Facebook Add this blog to your RSS feed reader

I have something a bit different for you this week - I challenged myself to write a story in only one hour and then to narrate it on this podcast. Well, I did, and here it is - enjoy! This week's podcast is proudly brought to you by ZekTec custom software. If off-the-shelf software packages just don’t cut it, ZekTec has you covered. Visit www.zektec.com Click here to listen on Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=152797&refid=stpr Click here to listen on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/il/podcast/y-karp-why-not/id1291793305 Click here to listen on TuneIn: https://tunein.com/radio/Y-Karp-Why-Not-p1038454/ Or play the episode directly from here: Yossi's Magazine: Everyone Needs One of These www.ykarp.com/magazine Follow on Twitter: @ykarp Follow on Google+: +Yossi Karp Subscribe to Y. Karp? Why Not! or follow on Facebook Add this blog to your RSS feed reader

Which jobs will still be around in 50 to 100 years? It’s really hard to know. Almost every profession out there has a technological doppelganger. Writers, coders, technicians, drivers, construction workers, you name it. But what's the one profession that will absolutely never disappear? This episode is proudly brought to you by our sponsor ZekTec custom software. If off-the-shelf software just doesn't cut it, ZekTec has you covered. Visit www.zektec.com . Click here to listen on Stitcher:  http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=152797&refid=stpr Click here to listen on iTunes:  https://itunes.apple.com/il/podcast/y-karp-why-not/id1291793305 Click here to listen on TuneIn:  https://tunein.com/radio/Y-Karp-Why-Not-p1038454/ Or play the episode directly from here: Yossi's Magazine: Everyone Needs One of These www.ykarp.com/magazine Follow on Twitter: @ykarp Follow on Google+: +Yossi Karp Subscribe to Y. Karp? Why Not! or follow on Fa...

Today I want to explore the idea of bringing modern technology into classrooms. It would seem that in the modern world, where Internet, computers, and connectedness are growing as important parts of our lives, we would want to give our children a head start and gear-up their schools with technology. Is that what we really want for our kids? Thanks to our sponsor, the Ramat Beit Shemesh Aleph Tzedakah Fund - helping families trapped by financial crises, where 100% of every donation goes directly to those in need. Donate now at www.rbstzedaka.com . Click here to listen on Stitcher:  http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=152797&refid=stpr Click here to listen on iTunes:  https://itunes.apple.com/il/podcast/y-karp-why-not/id1291793305 Click here to listen on TuneIn:  https://tunein.com/radio/Y-Karp-Why-Not-p1038454/ Or play the episode directly from here: Yossi's Magazine: Everyone Needs One of These www.ykarp.com/magazine Follow on ...

One of my favorite science fiction themes is time travel. There’s something fascinating about being able to travel through time. So, as a self-proclaimed expert in time-travel, basically, from watching way too many sci-fi flicks, here’s my community service to the entire timeline: 4 things you absolutely need to know about time travel. Thanks to our sponsor: The amazing new app Screenshop: take a screenshot and Screenshop will find where you can buy the fashion and accessories in the photo. Go to www.screenshopit.com . Click here to listen on Stitcher:  http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=152797&refid=stpr Click here to listen on iTunes:  https://itunes.apple.com/il/podcast/y-karp-why-not/id1291793305 Click here to listen on TuneIn:  https://tunein.com/radio/Y-Karp-Why-Not-p1038454/ Or play the episode directly from here: Yossi's Magazine: Everyone Needs One of These www.ykarp.com/magazine Follow on Twitter: @ykarp Follow on Goo...

Elon Musk and Stephen Hawking have come out strongly in favor of regulating artificial intelligence R&D. Their main fear is that we’ll create autonomous weapons that will become self-aware and eventually destroy all of humanity. So today we are going to scratch the surface of the huge subject of AI and figure out whether or not this technology is going to kill us all. Thanks to our two sponsors: The novel “Ari Barak and the Free Will Paradox”. Science fiction you and your kids will love. See www.shaulbehr.com .  The amazing new app Screenshop: take a screenshot and Screenshop will find where you can buy the fashion and accessories in the photo. Go to www.screenshopit.com. Click here to listen on Stitcher:  http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=152797&refid=stpr Click here to listen on iTunes:  https://itunes.apple.com/il/podcast/y-karp-why-not/id1291793305 Click here to listen on TuneIn:  https://tunein.com/radio/Y-Karp-Why-No...

This is a special episode featuring my interview with Gershon Kagan, one of Israel's first app developers. If you are thinking of writing your own app, engaging a developer to write an app for you, or if you have ever used an app, you’ll love this super-interesting interview with app developer Gershon Kagan. Our conversation takes you on an inside look into developing apps for iOS and Android. We discuss the development process, the differences between developing for iOS and Android, tools, testing methods, how to get your app into the AppStore, and how to make money from your app. Click here to listen on Stitcher:  http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=152797&refid=stpr Click here to listen on iTunes:  https://itunes.apple.com/il/podcast/y-karp-why-not/id1291793305 Click here to listen on TuneIn:  https://tunein.com/radio/Y-Karp-Why-Not-p1038454/ Or play the episode directly from here: Yossi's Magazine: Everyone Needs One of These www.ykarp.com/magazine Follo...

Many agree that the Internet of Things - networked devices that send and receive data (like your internet connected fridge, doorbell, baby monitor, thermostat or family car) - is the next big thing. Imagine a world where all of your devices are connected to each other and to the Internet. The possibilities are almost endless. Thanks to our sponsor, the novel “Ari Barak and the Free Will Paradox”. Science fiction you and your kids will love. See  www.shaulbehr.com . Click here to listen on Stitcher:  http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=152797&refid=stpr Click here to listen on iTunes:  https://itunes.apple.com/il/podcast/y-karp-why-not/id1291793305 Click here to listen on TuneIn:  https://tunein.com/radio/Y-Karp-Why-Not-p1038454/ Or play the episode directly from here: Yossi's Magazine: Everyone Needs One of These www.ykarp.com/magazine Follow on Twitter: @ykarp Follow on Google+: +Yossi Karp Subscribe to Y. Karp? Why Not! or follow on Facebook (see ...

Ever since I was a little kid I’ve been playing music. For I time I took piano lessons. I became a virtuoso pianist in my own mind. I might have mastered the “Chopsticks”, but it was so long ago, I can’t remember. I do remember, however, that when I was about 10 I really did become quite proficient at the recorder. I was able to play some really complicated tunes. When my fingers were long enough, I advanced to the Bass Recorder and excelled at that, too. It was pretty cool to be able to pick up the instrument and play at an advanced level. But I eventually gave that up when I graduated to the flute. Not exactly the coolest instrument, but I eventually did quite well with that, too. I think I took some exams or something. I certainly remember playing at least at one recital... Thanks to our newest sponsor, hot off the presses (so to speak) the novel “Ari Barak and the Free Will Paradox”. Science fiction you and your kids will love. See www.shaulbehr.com . Click here to listen on S...

This is a special episode featuring my interview with author Shaul Behr, author of the kosher science fiction novel: Ari Barak and the Free-Will Paradox. During our conversation, Shaul dropped a number of really good hints and tips for getting through the entire novel-writing process, from inspiration to finished book. His journey from inspiration to finished book is fascinating. Go ahead and order Ari Barak and the Free-Will Paradox now from Amazon, the Book Depository, the BookLocker, Barnes & Noble, and through the author’s website www.shaulbehr.com . Click here to listen on Stitcher:  http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=152797&refid=stpr Click here to listen on iTunes:  https://itunes.apple.com/il/podcast/y-karp-why-not/id1291793305 Click here to listen on TuneIn:  https://tunein.com/radio/Y-Karp-Why-Not-p1038454/ Or play the episode directly from here: Yossi's Magazine: Everyone Needs One of These www.ykarp.com/magazine Follow on Twitter: @ykarp F...

When I was growing up, my grandfather used to cut my hair. I had no concept of fashion or style, of course, but I’m sure he did a good job of it. At least for a while when I was a kid, my grandfather used to cut my hair and it was alright for me. So when my boys were born and needed haircuts, I had no trouble getting out the electric hair trimmer and cutting their hair. SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT! A special long-form edition of the Y. Karp? Why Not! Podcast is going live this coming Tuesday, featuring my interview with author, Shaul Behr. We talk about his new novel and the trials and tribulations of editing and publishing a book. It’s a fascinating discussion with loads of stories, laughs, and great hints and tips. So stay tuned for this extra special episode with author Shaul Behr coming to you on Tuesday, October 24 on iTunes, Stitcher, TuneIn, and on www.ykarp.com . Click here to listen on Stitcher:  http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=152797&refid=stpr Click here to listen on ...

As the world becomes more and more technology-centric, we become more and more reliant on tech companies to bring us the goods and services that we think we need. Tech companies will rule the world. Click here to listen on Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=152797&refid=stpr Click here to listen on iTunes:  https://itunes.apple.com/il/podcast/y-karp-why-not/id1291793305 Click here to listen on TuneIn:  https://tunein.com/radio/Y-Karp-Why-Not-p1038454/ Or play the episode directly from here: Yossi's Magazine: Everyone Needs One of These www.ykarp.com/magazine Follow on Twitter: @ykarp Follow on Google+: +Yossi Karp Subscribe to Y. Karp? Why Not! or follow on Facebook (see the side-bar). Add this blog to your RSS feed reader.

With the recent launch of the new Star Trek television series “Discovery”, my mind has been wandering again to the idea of whether we are actually alone in the universe. My family will tell you that this is one of my favorite topics because I just can’t believe that out of the 200 billion star systems in this galaxy alone, that there is no other life out there. Click here to listen on Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=152797&refid=stpr Click here to listen on iTunes:  https://itunes.apple.com/il/podcast/y-karp-why-not/id1291793305   Click here to listen on TuneIn:  https://tunein.com/radio/Y-Karp-Why-Not-p1038454/ Or listen directly from here: Yossi's Magazine: Everyone Needs One of These www.ykarp.com/magazine Follow on Twitter: @ykarp Follow on Google+: +Yossi Karp Subscribe to Y. Karp? Why Not! or follow on Facebook (see the side-bar). Add this blog to your RSS feed reader.

Welcome to the Y Karp? Why Not! Podcast. Episode 1: Unboxing the Podcast. I’m your host, Yossi Karp and I am excited to introduce my new weekly podcast, which is all about technology, writing, gadgets, gizmos, and the stuff of life that makes it interesting! In the first five episodes we’ll be talking about The crazy world of smartphones  aliens and space travel  our future living under the rule of the tech oligarchy  my take on electronic musical instruments  and why I gave my kid a funny haircut on purpose  Every episode will also feature a discussion on a new, interesting, or innovative product selected from my online Flipboard magazine “Everyone Needs One of These”. Click here to listen on Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=152797&refid=stpr Click here to listen on iTunes:  https://itunes.apple.com/il/podcast/y-karp-why-not/id1291793305 Click here to listen on TuneIn:  https://tunein.com/radio/Y-Karp-Why-Not-p1038454/ O...

I have long been convinced that we are not alone in the universe. Perhaps my love of science fiction fuels my dreams of visiting far-flung societies. Or perhaps it's my suppressed adventurous spirit that makes me wonder what exactly is out there, in the deep black, beyond our current reach. Maybe it's because I hope another civilization did better than us. Right now, there could be another world where the population is preparing for an annual festival, with colored streamers, music, and fancy dress. Or maybe there's a raging war on a once prosperous world where tragedy and turmoil are ripping society apart. Maybe a teenage alien is sitting by her window, staring up at the moons, wondering if we exist. Or just maybe aliens from outer-space are planning to invade Earth and eat us all, but wouldn't it be worth it, just to know? Okay, maybe not the being eaten part... According to Space.com : All in all, Hubble reveals an estimated 100 billion galaxies in the univer...