Tech Talk With Craig Peterson

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Craig Peterson — Thu, 31 Jul 2008 05:11:00 -0400

Show intro for 26 July 2008 show on how you can Save Money on Travel for Business or Pleasure.

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Craig Peterson — Thu, 31 Jul 2008 05:08:00 -0400

John Reistrup the VP of Travel and Specialty Retail Marketing at Billmelater.com joins Craig to discuss how this new breed of technology company became a leader in the digital payments industry with its popular Bill Me Later® product and flexible financing programs. Their rapidly growing Bill Me Later network enables top-tier retailers and travel providers to attract high value customers with an effortless payment experience.

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Craig Peterson — Thu, 31 Jul 2008 05:02:00 -0400

Richard Bennett a product manager at Microsoft Streets and Trips joins Craig to discuss how Microsoft has combined travel, maps, and software that allow you to create custom routes, set driving preferences, plan breaks, and calculate gas costs all before you head out on your next trip. With features like Find Nearby Places that allows travelers to search a radius up to 50 miles to find select points of interest, as well as detailed directions and contact information so instead of frequenting all those same “hot-spots” that you're most familiar with—you can be able to find what you need- whether that is a store, coffee shop, or campground – or a new adventure that is close to you, saving you both time and money in the long run.

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Craig Peterson — Thu, 31 Jul 2008 04:58:00 -0400

Emily Kaufman, the Travel Mom shares tips with Craig as she discusses why more Americans are opting for shorter-distance travel alternatives that won't break the bank. This year many families are planning to pack the mini-van and head out on a “staycation” – choosing a local area getaway closer to home this summer. Doubletree Hotels is catering to travelers eager to tour their own town or region and explore some of those nearby attractions they tend to take for granted, by offering a wide variety of value-added packages and amenities to guarantee that even a ‘staycation' can feel like miles away from home.

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Craig Peterson — Thu, 31 Jul 2008 04:52:00 -0400

Jeff Zbar gets to run his business, spend time with his family and travel all at the same time. Jeff joins Craig while he is on his “workation,” joining vacation and vocation! The ultimate road warrior is on the Home Office Highway Tour where he aims to show everyone how personal electronics and small business technology can empower the home office lifestyle from literally any location. The Home Office Highway tour is sponsored by Office Depot.

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Craig Peterson — Thu, 31 Jul 2008 04:46:00 -0400

Paul Shrater the President of Minimus.biz joins Craig to discuss how we can waste less, save energy, time and frustration as we travel. Minimus offers a place to get all of your travel accessories and travel size item needs, many of which are not carried anywhere else.

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Craig Peterson — Wed, 30 Jul 2008 16:28:00 -0400

Alicia Rockmore from Get Buttoned-up and the author of Everything (almost) in its place joins Craig to discuss how being organized can save you time, energy and make your life run smoother.

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Craig Peterson — Wed, 30 Jul 2008 16:24:00 -0400

Hart Kelly the Director of Training for US Sailing joins Craig to discuss the ultimate energy saving vacation—Sailing. It can be done close to home or at a locale of your choosing leaving a negligible carbon footprint.

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Craig Peterson — Wed, 30 Jul 2008 16:21:00 -0400

Joel Frey from Travelocity joins Craig to discuss how people can save on vacations and business travel by using the technology available on Travelocity like Farewatcher.

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Craig Peterson — Wed, 30 Jul 2008 16:18:00 -0400

Blake Spiers from Ask about College.com joins Craig to discuss how we can save energy and frustration by taking our College Road Trip online and get better information in the process.

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Craig Peterson — Wed, 30 Jul 2008 16:15:00 -0400

Rozanne Weissman from The Alliance to Save Energy speaks with Craig about how they promote energy efficiency worldwide to achieve a healthier economy, a cleaner environment, and greater energy security.