Data Drive Podcast (HD Video)

Category5 TV Network

Join Robbie Ferguson and Jeff Weston, two passionate tech enthusiasts and IT industry professionals, on Data Drive – the tech podcast recorded on their commute between Barrie and Toronto. Tune in for engaging discussions on a wide range of topics, from cutting-edge innovations and industry insights to practical tech tips and entertaining anecdotes. Robbie and Jeff make complex tech topics accessible and fun for everyone. Buckle up and get ready to geek out on Data Drive.

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14 episodes
Updated July 12

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July 12 · 44 min
Digging Into Our Scottish Heritage ... and Model Trains - Data Drive Podcast - Episode 14
Tracing their ancestral roots, Robbie and Jeff dive deep into their Scottish heritage and family genealogy. The guys discuss what it takes to design and register an official family tartan with the Scottish Tartan Registry, the hidden privacy traps of...
April 4 · 50 min
Can AI and Flamethrowers Save Us from Barrie Winters? (Plus: Is your AI Snitching?) - Data Drive Podcast - Episode 13
Can AI, flamethrowers and lasers save us from a Barrie Winter? In this episode of Data Drive, Robbie and Jeff explore high-tech snow removal and how your AI chatbot might be snitching on your private data.
Nov 26, 2025 · 44 min
18 Years of Category5 Technology TV! Sasha's Return: Retro Tech & the Gadgets That Got Away - Data Drive Podcast - Episode 12
Eighteen years of Category5 Technology TV... can you believe it? Robbie Ferguson is joined by long-time co-host and fan favorite Sasha Rickman, visiting all the way from Newfoundland, for a nostalgic deep dive into the tech, gadgets, and moments that...
Jan 28, 2025 · 40 min
Data Security & Encrypted Backups: Protecting Data, Passwords & Crypto Keys - Data Drive Podcast - Episode 11
Let's drive into data security. From the complexities of cryptocurrency wallet keys to protecting your passwords and setting up encrypted backup solutions, Robbie and Jeff share practical advice to protect your data and plan for emergencies. Disco...
Nov 6, 2024 · 43 min
Raspberry Pi Clusters, Proxmox Quorum Pi, Maker Tech and FOSS Support - Data Drive Podcast - Episode 10
Bill Marshall joins Robbie to explore the fascinating world of Raspberry Pi clusters, the tech shaping our future, and the challenges that come with DIY projects. We also discuss smart cities, focusing on Innisfil's cutting-edge plans. We'll discuss ...
Sep 25, 2024 · 32 min
Exploring Barrie Roads, Future Tech, and Model Trains - Data Drive Podcast - Episode 9
Take a scenic drive of Barrie, Ontario streets, exploring the mystery of disconnected Barrie roads -- like Bryne Drive -- and the budding future tech scene in Barrie. Robbie and guest Bill Marshall explore nostalgic tech with miniature model trains a...
Aug 28, 2024 · 26 min
Shifting Paradigms in IT: The Future of Tech and Security | Data Drive Podcast Episode 8 - Data Drive Podcast - Episode 8
On this episode of Data Drive Podcast, Robbie and Jeff delve into the ever-evolving world of IT, discussing how technological advancements are shifting paradigms in the tech industry. From the impact of cloud computing and AI to the growing need for ...
Aug 14, 2024 · 29 min
Debunk Tech Myths, Rank World's Most Tech-Savvy Countries - Data Drive Podcast - Episode 7
Jeff and Robbie debunk common tech myths and challenge stereotypes with hard evidence. Join us as we explore which countries rank as most tech-savvy and why, backed by solid data. From Singapore to Switzerland, discover who tops the charts in tech-sa...
Jul 31, 2024 · 23 min
Just Jeep Doors, Home Security Hacks and Fed Up FOSS Developers - Data Drive Podcast - Episode 6
Take a wild ride through some of the quirkiest and most pressing tech topics today. From the mystery of disappearing Jeep doors to ingenious home security hacks, this episode is packed with practical advice, humorous anecdotes, and a deep dive into o...
Jul 17, 2024 · 45 min
Airtag Hidden Dangers, Unreal Tournament LAN Parties and Doggy Doors - Data Drive Podcast - Episode 5
Drive into the hidden dangers of AirTags and how they're being used to make commuters and tourists into unknowing smugglers, how doggy doors are allowing critters into Jeff's kitchen, reminisce about Unreal Tournament LAN parties, and learn to charge...
Jun 19, 2024 · 42 min
Carbon Taxes, Electric Car Surprises, and Internet Radio Broadcasting - Data Drive Podcast - Episode 4
Let's explore the implications of increasing carbon taxes, discover the surprising weight differences between electric and gasoline cars and what this could mean for our road infrastructure over the next decade. Robbie will share an innovative AI pro...
Jun 12, 2024 · 36 min
IT Life: 3D Printing, AI-Powered Dungeons & Dragons, and our Fast Food Diet - Data Drive Podcast - Episode 3
In this episode, we dive into the chaotic yet rewarding world of IT live. We discuss the fast food diet of tech professionals, the thrill of troubleshooting tech problems, and the excitement of constant change in the tech industry. We imagine Arnold ...
Jun 5, 2024 · 29 min
Innovation Unleashed: AI, Cameras and Ghostbusters - Data Drive Podcast - Episode 2
Let's drive into discussions about the evolving world of AI-generated content and its impact on social media, addressing the challenges of distinguishing reality from AI creations. Explore innovative car tech ideas, like using Raspberry Pi for a HUD ...
May 29, 2024 · 28 min
Uncovering The World Of Single Board Computers and Tech Quirks - Data Drive Podcast - Episode 1
Hop behind the wheel with hosts Robbie Ferguson and Jeff Weston as they kick off their inaugural episode of "Data Drive," the podcast where conversations about technology take place on the road. In this pilot episode, Robbie and Jeff dive into the wo...