TechStuff Classic: The Wonderful Wizard Named Woz

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TechStuff Classic: The Wonderful Wizard Named Woz

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Nov 29, 2019

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Who is Steve Wozniak? What was Wozniak's role at Apple? What other ventures has Wozniak been involved in over the years? Join Chris and Jonathan as they explore the life and times of this iconic computer engineer and Apple cofounder.
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Nov 29, 2019

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TechStuff is a show about technology. And it’s not just how technology works. Join host Jonathan Strickland as he explores the people behind the tech, the companies that market it and how technology affects our lives and culture.

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TechStuff Classic: The Wonderful Wizard Named Woz

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