Mac Power Users
1,290 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago - ★★★★★ - 1.3K ratingsLearn about getting the most from your Apple technology with focused topics and workflow guests. Creating Mac Power Users since 2009, one conversation at a time. Hosted by David Sparks and Stephen Hackett.
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Mac Power Users 518: Technology in a War Zone, with Mark Hackett
January 12, 2020 23:00 - 1 hour - 77.6 MBMark Hackett runs a small non-profit working in Sudan, named Operation Broken Silence. This week, he joins David and some other Hackett guy to talk about data management so far from home, the power of Apple's apps like Pages and his move to the iPad Pro.
Mac Power Users 517: State of the iPhone
January 05, 2020 22:45 - 1 hour - 75.9 MBThe iPhone has become many people's primary device for many different types of tasks. On this episode, Stephen and David look at the current state of the hardware, software and services that make up Apple's most popular product.
517: State of the iPhone
January 05, 2020 22:45 - 1 hour - 75.9 MBThe iPhone has become many people's primary device for many different types of tasks. On this episode, Stephen and David look at the current state of the hardware, software and services that make up Apple's most popular product.
Mac Power Users 516: Looking Toward 2020
December 29, 2019 23:00 - 1 hour - 87.4 MBDavid and Stephen review 2019, and the changes it brought to the Apple ecosystem before talking about their hopes for 2020.
516: Looking Toward 2020
December 29, 2019 23:00 - 1 hour - 87.4 MBDavid and Stephen review 2019, and the changes it brought to the Apple ecosystem before talking about their hopes for 2020.
Mac Power Users 515: Stephen Takes One for the Team
December 22, 2019 23:00 - 1 hour - 90.9 MBIt's feedback time! David and Stephen revisit media management and external drives, then talk about David's 16-inch MacBook Pro, meditation apps and USB-C hubs. Then Stephen makes a confession, which David takes rather well.
515: Stephen Takes One for the Team
December 22, 2019 23:00 - 1 hour - 90.9 MBIt's feedback time! David and Stephen revisit media management and external drives, then talk about David's 16-inch MacBook Pro, meditation apps and USB-C hubs. Then Stephen makes a confession, which David takes rather well.
Mac Power Users 514: Apple is Listening — The 2019 Mac Pro, with Thomas Grove Carter
December 10, 2019 17:00 - 1 hour - 89.4 MBDavid and Stephen interview Thomas Grove Carter, a video editor who has been using Final Cut Pro X on the 2019 Mac Pro with the Pro Display XDR. They talk about the power of the new machine, it's flexibility and how it unlocks new types of workflows for video editors.
514: Apple is Listening — The 2019 Mac Pro, with Thomas Grove Carter
December 10, 2019 17:00 - 1 hour - 89.4 MBDavid and Stephen interview Thomas Grove Carter, a video editor who has been using Final Cut Pro X on the 2019 Mac Pro with the Pro Display XDR. They talk about the power of the new machine, it's flexibility and how it unlocks new types of workflows for video editors.
Mac Power Users 513: Catalyst Apps on the Mac, with John Voorhees
December 08, 2019 14:15 - 1 hour - 92.1 MBStephen and David are joined by John Voorhees to talk about Mac Catalyst, which allows for iPad apps to be developed for macOS. They review some early examples and talk about the technology and what it could mean for the Mac and iPad in the future.
513: Catalyst Apps on the Mac, with John Voorhees
December 08, 2019 14:15 - 1 hour - 92.1 MBStephen and David are joined by John Voorhees to talk about Mac Catalyst, which allows for iPad apps to be developed for macOS. They review some early examples and talk about the technology and what it could mean for the Mac and iPad in the future.
Mac Power Users 512: Ask the Genius
December 01, 2019 23:00 - 1 hour - 93.1 MBStephen steps behind the Genius Bar — or into the Genius Grove, as it were — to provide tips for troubleshooting Macs, iOS device and iCloud. Then, he and David talk about the new 16-inch MacBook Pro and how someone should prioritize features when buying a new computer.
512: Ask the Genius
December 01, 2019 23:00 - 1 hour - 93.1 MBStephen steps behind the Genius Bar — or into the Genius Grove, as it were — to provide tips for troubleshooting Macs, iOS device and iCloud. Then, he and David talk about the new 16-inch MacBook Pro and how someone should prioritize features when buying a new computer.
Mac Power Users 512: Ask the Genius
December 01, 2019 23:00 - 1 hour - 93.1 MBStephen steps behind the Genius Bar — or into the Genius Grove, as it were — to provide tips for troubleshooting Macs, iOS device and iCloud. Then, he and David talk about the new 16-inch MacBook Pro and how someone should prioritize features when buying a new computer.
Mac Power Users 512: Ask the Genius
December 01, 2019 23:00 - 1 hour - 93.1 MBStephen steps behind the Genius Bar — or into the Genius Grove, as it were — to provide tips for troubleshooting Macs, iOS device and iCloud. Then, he and David talk about the new 16-inch MacBook Pro and how someone should prioritize features when buying a new computer.
Mac Power Users 512: Ask the Genius
December 01, 2019 23:00 - 1 hour - 93.1 MBStephen steps behind the Genius Bar — or into the Genius Grove, as it were — to provide tips for troubleshooting Macs, iOS device and iCloud. Then, he and David talk about the new 16-inch MacBook Pro and how someone should prioritize features when buying a new computer.
Mac Power Users 512: Ask the Genius
December 01, 2019 23:00 - 1 hour - 93.1 MBStephen steps behind the Genius Bar — or into the Genius Grove, as it were — to provide tips for troubleshooting Macs, iOS device and iCloud. Then, he and David talk about the new 16-inch MacBook Pro and how someone should prioritize features when buying a new computer.
511: 2019 Developer Roundtable
November 24, 2019 23:00 - 1 hour - 78.1 MBKen Case of the Omni Group, Greg Scown of Smile and Dave Teare of AgileBits join David and Stephen to talk through Apple's year and the changes it brought for developers. Then, a conversation about app subscriptions, VC funding and more.
Mac Power Users 511: 2019 Developer Roundtable
November 24, 2019 23:00 - 1 hour - 78.1 MBKen Case of the Omni Group, Greg Scown of Smile and Dave Teare of AgileBits join David and Stephen to talk through Apple's year and the changes it brought for developers. Then, a conversation about app subscriptions, VC funding and more.
510: The 2019 Holiday Gift Guide
November 17, 2019 23:00 - 1 hour - 84 MBIt's that time again; the annual MPU Holiday Gift Guide has returned.
Mac Power Users 510: The 2019 Holiday Gift Guide
November 17, 2019 23:00 - 1 hour - 84 MBIt's that time again; the annual MPU Holiday Gift Guide has returned.
509: Brent Simmons, Man of Many Hats
November 10, 2019 23:30 - 1 hour - 79.4 MBStephen and David are joined by Brent Simmons, who works in marketing at The Omni Group. They talk about the tools of the trade, including social media and content creation before shifting gears to discuss Brent's RSS reader, NetNewsWire and where the Mac could be heading.
Mac Power Users 509: Brent Simmons, Man of Many Hats
November 10, 2019 23:30 - 1 hour - 79.4 MBStephen and David are joined by Brent Simmons, who works in marketing at The Omni Group. They talk about the tools of the trade, including social media and content creation before shifting gears to discuss Brent's RSS reader, NetNewsWire and where the Mac could be heading.
508: One for Me and One for You, with Sara Dietschy
November 03, 2019 23:00 - 1 hour - 76.2 MBYouTuber and podcaster Sara Dietschy joins Stephen and David to share about her video work, from cameras to editing and beyond. They also discuss managing large amounts of data across multiple locations, the role of the iPad and turning creative work into a business.
Mac Power Users 508: One for Me and One for You, with Sara Dietschy
November 03, 2019 23:00 - 1 hour - 76.2 MBYouTuber and podcaster Sara Dietschy joins Stephen and David to share about her video work, from cameras to editing and beyond. They also discuss managing large amounts of data across multiple locations, the role of the iPad and turning creative work into a business.
507: Ian Elsner & His Stick of Gum PC
October 27, 2019 22:00 - 1 hour - 81.8 MBDavid and Stephen talk with Ian Elsner, a museum exhibit creator who is using the iPhone SE, iPad Pro and an Intel Compute Stick together in some very interesting and unusual ways to help develop educational exhibits for kids and adults.
Mac Power Users 507: Ian Elsner & His Stick of Gum PC
October 27, 2019 22:00 - 1 hour - 81.8 MBDavid and Stephen talk with Ian Elsner, a museum exhibit creator who is using the iPhone SE, iPad Pro and an Intel Compute Stick together in some very interesting and unusual ways to help develop educational exhibits for kids and adults.
506: iOS Accessories
October 20, 2019 22:00 - 1 hour - 89.4 MBOur iOS devices go with us just about everywhere, and pairing them with some select accessories can make them more useful in more situations. This week, Stephen and David talk about some of the products that they rely on when using their iPhones and iPads, from cases and batteries to tripods and keyboard.
Mac Power Users 506: iOS Accessories
October 20, 2019 22:00 - 1 hour - 89.4 MBOur iOS devices go with us just about everywhere, and pairing them with some select accessories can make them more useful in more situations. This week, Stephen and David talk about some of the products that they rely on when using their iPhones and iPads, from cases and batteries to tripods and keyboard.
505: Chris Bailey and the Noah's Ark of Dongles
October 13, 2019 22:00 - 1 hour - 80.8 MBStephen and David are joined by Chris Bailey, an author and presenter with an undying love for TextEdit and getting focused work done with the Mac and iPad.
Mac Power Users 505: Chris Bailey and the Noah's Ark of Dongles
October 13, 2019 22:00 - 1 hour - 80.8 MBStephen and David are joined by Chris Bailey, an author and presenter with an undying love for TextEdit and getting focused work done with the Mac and iPad.
504: The Release of macOS Catalina
October 07, 2019 17:00 - 1 hour - 77.2 MBmacOS Catalina is here. It breaks with a lot of the past, while showing us a bit of what the future of the Mac may hold. In this special bonus episode, David and Stephen dive into what's what in this year's release of macOS.
Mac Power Users 504: The Release of macOS Catalina
October 07, 2019 17:00 - 1 hour - 77.2 MBmacOS Catalina is here. It breaks with a lot of the past, while showing us a bit of what the future of the Mac may hold. In this special bonus episode, David and Stephen dive into what's what in this year's release of macOS.
Mac Power Users 503: Fax the Updates, with Dave Hamilton
October 06, 2019 22:00 - 1 hour - 78 MBDavid and Stephen are joined by Dave Hamilton to talk about his work at The Mac Observer and BackBeat Media, his approach to podcasting, how covering Apple has changed over the years and some software tools every Mac user should know about.
503: Fax the Updates, with Dave Hamilton
October 06, 2019 22:00 - 1 hour - 78 MBDavid and Stephen are joined by Dave Hamilton to talk about his work at The Mac Observer and BackBeat Media, his approach to podcasting, how covering Apple has changed over the years and some software tools every Mac user should know about.
502: I Saw Your Face on the Internet
September 29, 2019 22:00 - 1 hour - 97.5 MBIn this feedback episode, David and Stephen revisit Alfred and backups and talk about iOS 13's bumpy release and the new iPhone and Apple Watch. Stephen also gives a behind-the-scenes look at the recent Relay FM Podcastathon and closes the episode by reading a list of the iPhones he has broken over the years.
Mac Power Users 502: I Saw Your Face on the Internet
September 29, 2019 22:00 - 1 hour - 97.5 MBIn this feedback episode, David and Stephen revisit Alfred and backups and talk about iOS 13's bumpy release and the new iPhone and Apple Watch. Stephen also gives a behind-the-scenes look at the recent Relay FM Podcastathon and closes the episode by reading a list of the iPhones he has broken over the years.
501: iOS 13 and the Shortcuts Field Guide
September 22, 2019 21:45 - 1 hour - 97.8 MBiOS 13 is here, and is full of new features. This week, David and Stephen talk about some of their favorites, after talking through the changes Apple has made to Shortcuts.
Mac Power Users 501: iOS 13 and the Shortcuts Field Guide
September 22, 2019 21:45 - 1 hour - 97.8 MBiOS 13 is here, and is full of new features. This week, David and Stephen talk about some of their favorites, after talking through the changes Apple has made to Shortcuts.
500: David in the Hot Seat
September 15, 2019 22:00 - 1 hour - 63.7 MBStephen marks the 500th episode of Mac Power Users by interviewing David about his career, technology and choice of light saber color.
Mac Power Users 500: David in the Hot Seat
September 15, 2019 22:00 - 1 hour - 63.7 MBStephen marks the 500th episode of Mac Power Users by interviewing David about his career, technology and choice of light saber color.
Mac Power Users 499: Backups and Updates
September 08, 2019 22:00 - 1 hour - 89 MBBacking up our Macs, iPhones and iPads is easier than ever, but many people don't bother making sure their data is safe and sound. This week, David and Stephen talk through some basic backup strategies before offering some advice when considering upgrading to new versions of macOS and iOS.
499: Backups and Updates
September 08, 2019 22:00 - 1 hour - 89 MBBacking up our Macs, iPhones and iPads is easier than ever, but many people don't bother making sure their data is safe and sound. This week, David and Stephen talk through some basic backup strategies before offering some advice when considering upgrading to new versions of macOS and iOS.
498: Back to School with Jake Wilson
September 01, 2019 22:00 - 1 hour - 92.6 MBStephen and David chat with Jake Wilson, an elementary school principal — and a student himself — about using technology in and beyond the classroom, ranging from smart boards and shortcuts to Google Docs and waffles.
Mac Power Users 498: Back to School with Jake Wilson
September 01, 2019 22:00 - 1 hour - 92.6 MBStephen and David chat with Jake Wilson, an elementary school principal — and a student himself — about using technology in and beyond the classroom, ranging from smart boards and shortcuts to Google Docs and waffles.
497: Spotlight, Alfred & LaunchBar
August 25, 2019 21:30 - 1 hour - 78.9 MBmacOS' Spotlight feature has made serious strides in recent years, but many power users still turn to Alfred and LaunchBar for app launching, file searching and executing workflows. This week, David and Stephen compare these tools and talk about their favorite features of each.
Mac Power Users 497: Spotlight, Alfred & LaunchBar
August 25, 2019 21:30 - 1 hour - 78.9 MBmacOS' Spotlight feature has made serious strides in recent years, but many power users still turn to Alfred and LaunchBar for app launching, file searching and executing workflows. This week, David and Stephen compare these tools and talk about their favorite features of each.
496: Keyboard Hacking with Brett Terpstra
August 18, 2019 21:45 - 1 hour - 84 MBBrett Terpstra joins in the Mac Power Users this week to talk about his keyboard hacks, planning workflows, some of Brett's favorite apps, and the looming arrival of Brett's new app, nvUltra.
Mac Power Users 496: Keyboard Hacking with Brett Terpstra
August 18, 2019 21:45 - 1 hour - 84 MBBrett Terpstra joins in the Mac Power Users this week to talk about his keyboard hacks, planning workflows, some of Brett's favorite apps, and the looming arrival of Brett's new app, nvUltra.
Mac Power Users 495: Manning the Battle Bridge with Artist Thom Zahler
August 11, 2019 22:00 - 1 hour - 86.9 MBComic book artist Thom Zahler uses his Macs and iPads to create some incredible artwork and manage his indie business. This week Thom shares his apps and workflows.