De 7 – Episode: De Vijf | F1-Mario Kart, Design, de slimme bril-test en podcastfan Bert Rymen

Host: Bert Rymen (De Tijd)
Date: March 14, 2026

Episode Overview

This episode of “De 7” is a lively blend of tech talk, motorsport excitement, design trends, and a look at political podcasts on both sides of the Channel (and the Atlantic). Host Bert Rymen and guests—including tech and media specialist Van der Teide, sports commentators, and BBC correspondents—discuss the latest in smart glasses and wearables, the electrifying Formula 1 season kickoff likened to Mario Kart, an update on the collectible design fair, and the enduring popularity of political podcasts. The show’s signature: seven essential topics to jumpstart your day.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Smart Glasses: Testing the Latest Wearable Tech

[03:06 – 14:43]

• Smart Bril Test: The discussion revolves around newly released smart glasses, referencing historical attempts like Google Glass (2012) and the current market leader, Meta’s Ray-Ban collaboration.
  • “The newest is not argument. Smart glasses in 2012 was Google… fiasco. The marktleder at the moment is Meta. The Meta Ray-Ban...”
    — Van der Teide [03:51]
• Wearables Evolution: The landscape has broadened, with Oakley and Meta introducing advanced designs.
• Key Feature: Quiet notifications and integration with devices like phones and computers—blending “even realities” into daily life.
  • “The even realities philosophy is quiet technology. Installing in the telephone notifications.”
    — Van der Teide [08:02]
• AI Capabilities: Some models integrate AI for instant news and summaries.
  • “You have to open AI modus and it even AI does... that isn't always correct...”
    — Van der Teide [12:39]
• Cost and Value: Smart rings and glasses are discussed—rings priced around 315 Euro, glasses are more for tech enthusiasts.

2. Formula 1 Kickoff: Mario Kart Moment

[14:43 – 24:42]

• Melbourne’s Grand Prix: The season opener is framed in playful, “Mario Kart”-like terms, highlighting the chaos and competitiveness.
  • “Drama in the formula in Wehrld nader erste Grand Prix van zeissun voor weekend in Melbourne Max Verstappen Mario Kart and Leno Norris.”
    — Host [14:43]
• Comic Relief: The segment references Leno Norris and Max Verstappen battling it out, with colorful sideline commentary.
  • “I should eat my weight wine a cake and that was it of club weekend in Beijing...”
    — BBC Sports Commentator [15:06]
• Chinese Circuit & Rules: Reflections on why drivers in China liken the experience to Mario Kart, referencing new regulations and car testing.

3. Design and Collectibles

[25:46 – 34:26]

• Fair Coverage: Updates on Collectible Design Fair and European Fine Arts Fair in Maastricht.
  • “Collectible design. Sort... The European Fine Arts fair that is appeal hox segments.”
    — Erwin Deckers [25:46, 32:08]
• Lighting & Innovation: Thousand-candela lighting and the fusion of cutting-edge tech with design trends.
• Books & Niche Markets: Collectible books in Brussels and the select inner market.

4. Political Podcast Fandom: From Britain to the US

[34:37 – 43:05]

• The Rest is Politics (UK): Spotlight on Alastair Campbell (Labour) & Rory Stewart (Conservative) dissecting British politics with unique chemistry.
  • “Podcast Alastair Campbell and Rory Stewart twee Britte... and Sama Ehl symbolism in the British politik.”
    — BBC Correspondent [34:37]
• Restless Politics US: Their US spin-off with new hosts (Caty K, Anthony Karamucci), taking on US elections and Trump’s political antics.
  • “Let’s get into the head of the orange maniac. From Donald Trump in. Entertaining...”
    — BBC Correspondent [37:00]
  • “Welcome to the rest is politics us with me Katie K here in Washington.”
    — Katie K [39:12]
• Insider Perspective: Unique analysis from Washington, connecting both British and American political worlds.
  • “Please verify before use the podcast... Insider analysis over American politics. Unique expertise...”
    — Van der Teide [43:05]

Memorable Moments & Quotes

• On Quiet Wearable Tech:
  “The even realities philosophy is quiet technology. Installing in the telephone notifications.”
  — Van der Teide [08:02]

• On AI in Everyday Devices:
  “You have to open AI modus and it even AI does... that isn't always correct...”
  — Van der Teide [12:39]

• F1 as Mario Kart:
  “Drama in the formula in Wehrld... Max Verstappen Mario Kart and Leno Norris.”
  — Host [14:43]

• Political Podcast Banter:
  “Let’s get into the head of the orange maniac. From Donald Trump in. Entertaining entertaining.”
  — BBC Correspondent [37:00]

Notable Segments & Timestamps

| Segment | Timestamps | |---------------------------------------|---------------| | Smart Glasses & Wearables | 03:06–14:43 | | Formula 1’s Wild Season Start | 14:43–24:42 | | Design Fair & Collectibles | 25:46–34:26 | | British & US Political Podcasts | 34:37–43:05 |

Podcast Tone & Style

• Energetic, fast-paced, and topical, with lively interactions between technology, sports, design, and political culture.
• Conversational, often humorous, especially in the F1 and political podcast segments.
• Insightful, with moments of practical analysis (e.g., on smart devices and AI integration) and media-savvy perspectives on international politics and trends.

Conclusion

This episode of De 7 demonstrates the range and depth the podcast offers daily: navigating the intersection between cutting-edge tech, design innovation, entertainment, and global political discourse—always with a wink and a punchy delivery. The must-know highlights ensure listeners are well-briefed to start the day ahead.