Saying Goodbye To The Kojo Nnamdi Show
On this last episode, we look back on 23 years of joyous, difficult and always informative conversation.
The colors are the same, but next time you use Google, you’ll see a new look to the lettering in the iconic logo. No more last-century frills. Just a crisp, clean typeface that signifies. . . what? Meanwhile, in the Apple universe, devotees are trying to divine what the company will unveil at its Sept. 9 press conference. Most likely: an iPhone 6S and 6S Plus, updated — and maybe larger — iPads and new features for Apple TV. The Computer Guys and Gal ruminate on this and more, including their favorite back-to-school apps.
Guests
- Allison Druin WAMU Computer Gal; Professor at the iSchool at the University of Maryland and Special Advisor for National Digital Strategy for the National Park Service (Please note: The views Dr. Druin expresses on The Kojo Nnamdi Show are hers and do not necessarily represent those of the National Park Service or the United States.)
- John Gilroy WAMU Computer Guy; Director for Business Development for BLT Global Ventures
- Bill Harlow WAMU Computer Guy; and Hardware & Software Technician for MACs & PCs at Mid-Atlantic Consulting, Inc.
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