Limpert Tech "SullyCast" on ALT 105.7 and iHeartRadio 12/20/19 - Tech and Tennis With Danielle Lao

Rick is joined by pro tennis player, author and all around insighful individual, Danielle Lao.

His co-author of The Invaluable Experience, and WTA tennis pro.

Have a listen:

Danielle, a former USC All-American is wrapping up the 2019 tear on the WTA Tour and is now in the off-season until she heads to Australia to start out 2020.

Rick and Danielle talk her tennis and her favorite gadgets and tech. She candidly answers some rapid-fire questions and talks about her love of podcasts and blogging. Danielle gives great insight what it;s like to be a top-200 player on the WTA Tour.

Good luck to Danielle and enjoy this episode.

Danielle gives and honest recap of her 2019 in here blog here.

As an Author:

Danielle Lao, a two-time All American tennis player at USC explains why playing college tennis was a time in her life she will never forget and why playing college sports is an “Invaluable Experience.” .

As a Player:

Danielle has played at all four Grad Slam tournaments, has has success on the ITF Pro Circuit and at the time of this recording had a WTA ranking of No.196. Look for Danielle in qualifying for the 2020 Australian Open.

Limpert Tech "SullyCast" on ALT 105.7 and iHeartRadio 12/6/19 - Great Golf Items for the Holidays

Rick has a special guest host to talk golf gifts for the holidays this week - "The Golf Father," Bill Cuebas.

Great gifts for the golfer on your list!

Rick and Bill make their picks, have a listen:

1. OGIO - Great bags including golf bags.

OGIO is an innovative designer of bags with unique styling that is infused with intelligent designs. Backpacks, golf, travel and luggage.

2. CALLAWAY Golf Shoes  - Under $100
www.callawayfootwear.com

The Callaway Oceanside and Oceanside LX golf shoes combine a lightweight sports-fusion design with superb comfort and traction features, providing style, stability and responsive cushioning in every step. The Oceanside upper is a waterproof opti-dri™ performance mesh and the Oceanside LX is a full-grain leather and microfiber upper with waterproof protection. Both styles have an opti-soft™ EVA midsole, PLUSfoam insole, and an opti-vent™ mesh liner.
Oceanside
$99.95

Oceanside LX
$99.95

3. Shot Scope

Shot Scope with plenty of deals for the holidays.

Shot Scope Technologies was founded in 2014 and is headquartered in Edinburgh, Scotland.

From its inception, the one simple aim of the company has been to improve the way in which both amateur and professional golfers collect and analyze statistics from their game.

The Shot Scope team, which consists of technology experts and golfers, including a former Walker Cup player, set out to develop smart wearable technology that was more intuitive and comprehensive than any current market offering.

4. ToughTested Cord and Cables

ToughTested products are built to meet the demands of professionals; 12 hour work shifts, noisy trucks, unpaved roads, extreme conditions and continuous use, on or off the job. We use longer and heavier cords, higher amperage, longer battery life, more durable materials, extreme temperature tolerant components and higher grade plastics and hardware, Our gear is designed to be dependable, and we stand behind every product we make. All tested to limits beyond industry standards, 5 times beyond. That's our 5 year warranty.

"We bleed ToughTested black and orange..it’s our color, our uniform. Part of our DNA. Like you, we're about time tested authenticity. On long dusty roads and in wet, muddy job-sites. For 18 wheels or 18 mile hikes."

5. Club Champion

A fitting at Club Champion.

Established in 2010, Club Champion is a national club fitting and building company headquartered in Chicago, IL. There are currently more than 60 Club Champion fitting studios in major markets across the country, with plans to continue expansion. The studios carry all the top golf club, shaft and grip manufacturers in the industry, which allows for 35,000+ equipment combinations for customer trial. Studios are equipped with advanced analysis technology, along with highly trained certified fitters and builders who must complete an extensive training program. Services include club fitting and building, repair services, personalization, and highly engaging corporate and personal entertainment events. For more information about Club Champion, visit www.clubchampiongolf.com.

Get fitted for a driver, irons, wedges and even a putter.

Make sure you check out Bill Cuebas, The Golf Father" as he has a ton of charitable efforts working!

Thanks to Bill for coming on the segment!

Limpert Tech "SullyCast" on ALT 105.7 and iHeartRadio 11/15/19 - Tom Schram, Asheville Art Museum

Tom Schram, Asheville Art Museum, Preparator and Asst. Registrar

 

What goes on behind the scenes at a museum when it comes to technology? How are museum pieces stored? Is there an optimal temperature of condition for works of art? What is a museum preparator?

We cover that and a ton more as Tom Schram, Preparator and Asst. Registrar of the brand new Asheville Art Museum, joins Rick for the entire segment this week.

Rick was onsite in Asheville, NC, this week, for the opening.

Have a listen:

The $24 million, state-of-the-art facility covers 54,000 square feet and adds 70 percent more Collection gallery space. For the first time in the Museum’s history, it has the capacity to host major traveling exhibitions from nationally recognized museums. The expansion increases its physical space and dramatically increases its role as a community center, educational resource, economic engine for WNC, and cultural concierge for the region’s residents and visitors.


Working with local general contractor Beverly-Grant, local architecture firm ARCA Design, and New York-based architectural firm Ennead Architects, the project consisted of three main components:

-The historic preservation of the Museum’s current North Wing (formerly the 1926 Pack Library) to house the new John & Robyn Horn Education Center and Frances Mulhall Achilles Art Library.
-Renovation and new construction of the East Wing including two special exhibition halls (Appleby Foundation Hall and Explore Asheville Hall) and more Collection storage.
-Entirely new construction of the West Wing with a stunning glass façade.

Features of the new Museum:

A rooftop sculpture terrace and Perspective Café offer gorgeous mountain views.
The Oculus, a 15-foot viewing window in the SECU Collection Hall affords unmatched immersive city views and a place for reflection.
Public art installations and programming on the Plaza.
Wells Fargo ArtPLAYce, a hands-on creative space for people of all ages.
The Windgate Foundation Atrium, a light-filled place to take in large-scale works of art.
SECU Collection Hall’s 10 new galleries

“The new Asheville Art Museum is a warm and welcoming space on a personal level,” says Executive Director Pamela L. Myers.

Limpert Tech "SullyCast" on ALT 105.7 and iHeartRadio 10/25/19 - Brookstone and Bed, Bath and Beyond Products

Brookstone for the holidays!

In addition to their relaunch with Bed, Bath & Beyond, Brookstone will also be available at 30 retail stores in major airports across the country, with a renewed focus on these key pillars:

Travel
Wellness & Massage
Sound
Soft Home
Sleep
Wine Accessories
Pet
Bed & Bath
Tech

The soft marketing launch will be in late August with a larger focus on efforts in October through December as Brookstone drives awareness and purchase consideration for holiday gifting.

Products

1. Brookstone Charcoal Pillow
$49.99

The BioSense Charcoal-Infused Pillow from Brookstone is designed with a charcoal-infused pillow cover designed to stay fresh and resist odors. Its memory foam shell is filled with Better Than Down® alternative fill for comfort and support.

Charcoal-infused pillow cover is designed to stay fresh and resist odors
Pillow suits a variety of sleeping positions
32% viscose/ 60% polyester/8% microfiber
50% down alternative/50% memory foam material fill
Machine washable cover
Measures 26" L x 19" W

2. Brookstone C7 Shaitsu Massaging Seat
$399

Brookstone's C7 Shiatsu Massaging Seat Topper gives you the massage you've always dreamt of right in your own chair. Features rolling massage with width adjustment, soothing heat in the back and seat. and air compression message.

C7 Shiatsu Massaging Seat TopperSit back and relax and while the shiatsu and tapping/percussion massage of the C7 Shiatsu Massaging Seat Topper with spot massage works its magic

The Dynamic Squeeze™ air compression massage gently squeezes away tension to help relax overworked back muscles

The C7 seat topper features rolling massage with width adjustment, while soothing heat in the back and seat lets you bask in warmth and comfort

A handheld remote makes it easy to toggle through 3 massage zones – upper back, mid back, or lower back – so you can customize your massage experience

3. Brookstone Max 2 Dual-Node Percussion Massager
$199

Hand-help pain relief

Experience new levels of pain relief with the Max 2 Percussion Massager by Brookstone. The dual-pulsating massage nodes with variable speed control target overworked muscles to provide soothing allover relief and a superior massage experience.

Dual-pulsating massage design kneads deep to soothe and relax overworked muscles
5 speed settings with 3 different massage programs
120 volt
Plastic, aluminum, and electronics construction
9' cord length
Measures 16.54" L x 7.48" W x 7.09" H
Weighs 4 lb.

4. Brookstone Motion Sensor Waterfountain
$40

The Brookstone Motion Sensor Waterfountain offers a convenient drinking fountain that entices your pet to drink. Activated motion sensor dispenses water when your pet is close by, providing constant water flow.

Activated carbon filter included.

Innovative sensor water fountain encourages your pet to drink by dispensing water when he or she is in close proximity

Activated motion sensor dispenses water when pet is within 3 feet and 180 degrees from the fountain

Constant water flow both oxygenates the water and entices pet to drink

Replaceable activate carbon filter removes bad tastes and odors

Plastic

Holds up to 3 liters of water
Measures 8” L x 8” W x 7” H

5. Brookstone Sleep Sound Mixer
$99

Brookstone's Sleep Sound Mixer will be music to your ears. Relax, unwind or drift off to sleep with a selection of 7 nature and relaxation sounds alongside 7 soothing night-light colors for the ultimate calming environment. Includes auto-timer.

A calming way to drift off, or simply relax and unwind

Combine 8 nature and relaxation sounds to find the blend that soothes you best

Choose from 7 calming night-light colors

Room-filling sound

Features a 30-, 60-, or 90-minute auto-off timer

Control panel

Rechargeable

240 minutes charge life with full charge

4 hours charge time
Cordless

Limpert Tech "SullyCast" on ALT 105.7 and iHeartRadio 10/18/19 - Dave Baarman, Wireless Power Consortium

Wireless charging is everywhere. Even in your kitchen and sports stadiums as you will soon find out.

Joined by Dave Baarman, from The Wireless Power Consortium this week, at the Smart Kitchen Summit. But we’ll be talking more that just how wireless power affects your kitchen. We’ll of course, talk sports.

Have a listen to Rick and Dave:

Established in 2008, the Wireless Power Consortium is an open, collaborative standards development group of more than 500 member companies from around the globe. WPC’s member companies are large and small competitors and ecosystem partners representing brands from all parts of the industry and all parts of the globe. Our members collaborate with a single purpose: worldwide compatibility of all wireless chargers and wireless power sources. Many stadiums and arenas in college, minor league and professional sports are now offering wireless charging stations for their fans.

As wireless charging continues to evolve beyond consumer handheld devices, there are myriad of other new applications, such as laptops, tablets, drones, robots, connected car and the intelligent cordless kitchen. The WPC maintains and develops standards for a variety of different wireless power applications. This includes:

The Qi standard, for smartphones and other portable mobile devices. Qi delivers up to 15W today. A future extension will also deliver up to 60W to enable laptop charging in addition to charging smartphones and other portable mobile devices with wide positioning freedom.

The Ki Cordless Kitchen standard, for kitchen appliances, for delivering up to 2,200W.

The Medium Power standard, a simple low-cost solution delivering 30 – 65W for power tools, robotic vacuum cleaners, e-bikes, and other battery-powered devices that don’t require compatibility with the Qi standard for mobile phones charging.
With more than 5000 different Qi Certified wireless charging products in the market, the WPC uses a network of independent authorized test labs around the globe that test specific properties for safety, interoperability, and usability.