Get geeky and get awesome as the AwesomeCast crew dives into home dessert tech, theme park tricks, and tech-infused Vegas experiences!

🎙️ Hosts: Michael Sorg, Dave Podnar, Katie Dudas
🎮 Special Segment: ChachiSays Video Game Minute

🔹 Awesome Things of the Week:
• Dave’s Pick: Ninja Creami Frozen Treat Maker
• Make protein-based or fruit-based ice cream in minutes.
• Great for quick, healthy desserts with minimal ingredients.
• Oat milk compatibility opens doors for dairy-free alternatives.
• Katie’s Pick: Kennywood Reimagined
• Spontaneous zoo trip turns into an epic Kennywood day.
• Tech upgrades like virtual speedy passes and QR drink scans streamline the experience.
• Personal nostalgia meets modern conveniences like digital payments and refillable drink systems.
• Sorg’s Pick: Tech Adventures in Las Vegas
• Visits Taco Bell Cantina with DJ, cocktails, and custom souvenirs.
• Hello Kitty Café delivers Instagram-worthy desserts and exclusive Vegas merch.
• Allegiant Stadium impresses with smart layouts, panoramic fan cams, and reusable drink cups with free refills.

🕹️ ChachiSays Video Game Minute Highlights:
• Undertaker & Cody Rhodes enter Fortnite alongside other WWE stars.
• Apple TV cancels Mythic Quest but reshoots final episode for closure.
• Nintendo resumes Switch 2 pre-orders at $449 amid tariff risks.
• (From bonus doc) Shenmue wins most influential game in UK poll over Doom, Mario, Half-Life.
• Marvel Rivals adds a “booty patch” to better define male characters’ butts — a fan-requested fix.
• Minecraft soundtrack and Windows 95 boot chime join the National Recording Registry.

📱 Social Media & App News:
• Instagram’s New Edits App: A lightweight, AI-assisted video editor that mirrors CapCut’s features but offers:
• Auto-subject cutout and tracking.
• Seamless exports with no watermarks.
• Direct upload to Instagram and Facebook, with full analytics.
• BlueSky Introduces Verified Blue Checks:
• Early rollouts for institutions with trusted domains.
• “Trusted verifier” badges allow official organizations to vouch for related accounts.
• Domain-based self-verification available for creators and brands.
• Duolingo Chess Is Coming:
• Learn to play chess with the same gamified, bite-size approach as Duo’s language lessons.
• Lessons will be tailored to your experience level, with Oscar as your mentor.

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