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The home speaker appliance has some new competition. Also: how soon before we colonize Mars? And speaking of space: what does the launch of the Falcon rocket really mean for the world of technology?

Are we too distracted by cat videos at work? Is Facebook taking up too much of our otherwise-productive time? Marlo and friends talk about it on the Tech Ranch.

John Nagel, filling in for Marlo Anderson talks about the latest development in the Bitcoin and crypto-currency craze.

Marlo and Rockin' Dave Blair talk about the newest threats to your online security - and the question of "planned obsolescence" in electronics.

In today's headlines: actress Shailene Woodley among 27 arrested at Monday's pipeline protest.

In today's news headlines: armed law enforcement officers confronted protesters yesterday near the site of the Dakota Access Pipeline.

In today's headlines: UND students shocked by racist Snapchat message, found circulating on social media. Also: jailed brother of St. Cloud stabber will not be released for funeral.

Among today's stories: A 21-year-old shooting suspect was arrested early Wednesday morning after a late-night search involving the West Dakota SWAT team. (September 15 2016)

Should a court clerk have the right to post bigoted comments on her personal Facebook page? Jim talks about it this week, along with 9/11 burnout and the Monkees' golden anniversary!