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Ungeniused 162: The Gateway Arch

November 01, 2022 15:00 - 14 minutes - 17.1 MB

Rising from the shores of the Mississippi River, the Gateway Arch welcomes thousands of visitors a year to explore it's soaring heights through tiny windows at the top.

Upgrade 431: Charty Charty Money Charts

October 31, 2022 21:15 - 1 hour - 106 MB

Apple and the Mac had another record quarter, but there are some serious questions about slowing growth in services and what it means for Apple's future strategies. This leads naturally into a discussion of Apple sticking ads all over the App Store and changing its App Store guidelines again. And Myke has taken Stage Manager for a spin on macOS Ventura.

The Backmarkers 20: Mexican Grand Prix Review

October 30, 2022 22:45 - 40 minutes - 37.1 MB

At the 2022 Mexican Grand Prix there were some "interesting" strategy decisions at one of the last F1 races of the year.

Mac Power Users 664: macOS Ventura & iPadOS 16

October 30, 2022 21:00 - 1 hour - 96.2 MB

Apple has shipped significant updates to its operating systems, so this week, David and Stephen explore the features each brings to the table, getting deep into macOS Ventura and iPadOS 16.1.

Reconcilable Differences 194: Hard Four

October 28, 2022 23:30 - 1 hour - 82.3 MB

Things kick off with John's strident observation of pre-show hygiene, and Merlin struggles to know his Targaryens from his Velaryons and his Valyrians. Merlin has a *lot* of problem with twins, and John mourns this new generation's lack of respect for proper media queuing. As ever, Merlin's demos are the worst. There's some brief confusion about 80s music, and, even though he's drop-tuned, Merlin plays John a nice "`FMaj7`" chord. John *claims* to have no interest in Merlin making him a mixt...

Material 383: No Defense

October 28, 2022 03:00 - 1 hour - 63.5 MB

This week, Flo wonders why her Google search page is rife with ads, and Andy is excited over his Nest WiFi Pro on the way. The two friends discuss Alphabet's third-quarter earnings call this week. Plus, updates to the Google Home and YouTube apps.

Rocket 409: Rest In Piece, Lightning

October 27, 2022 23:30 - 1 hour - 64.6 MB

An AV company shuts down, Apple kills a cable, and Taylor Swift releases Midnights. All that and more on Rocket as we prepare for a year of being forced to cover Twitter on a weekly basis!

Under the Radar 254: New and Different

October 27, 2022 14:30 - 29 minutes - 13.7 MB

Reflections on launching a new app that's extremely different from our usual work.

Connected 421: The Shins (The Body Part)

October 26, 2022 21:00 - 1 hour - 107 MB

Stephen has some dongles, Myke worries about the neighbors and Federico doesn't enjoy piles.

Clockwise 474: Bobbing for Apple Watches

October 26, 2022 18:00 - 28 minutes - 13.1 MB

Mixing tech with Halloween, the show or film we'd bring to Apple TV+, our thoughts on an Elon-run Twitter, and our low-tech habits.

The Pen Addict 536: Strange and Cherry

October 26, 2022 15:15 - 55 minutes - 50.8 MB

Lamy released pictures of their best collaboration yet, so why is Brad upset? He explains, and also discusses new Kaweco builds and collaborations, and the return of Conid. Finally, he breaks down the Top 5 “Next” Fountain Pens list update, recently published on the blog.

Parallel 76: Some of My Automations are Fragile

October 26, 2022 02:00 - 1 hour - 62.3 MB

We're talking automation - mostly on macOS, with developer Brett Terpstra and fellow automation fan Darcy Burnard.

Connected 409: We're Were We Are Where

August 04, 2022 21:45 - 1 hour - 101 MB

Stephen plays the Bad Cop. Federico doesn't know anybody named Tony. Myke has some questions. Apple has an iPadOS problem.

Remaster 110: The Steam Deck

August 04, 2022 17:45 - 47 minutes - 54.8 MB

Are we a PC Gamers podcast now?

Rocket 397: We Fixed Instagram

August 04, 2022 15:30 - 1 hour - 58.9 MB

Rocket Ruled yet again — Adam Mosseri, longtime fan of Rocket, definitely listened to our episode last week before he walked back Instagram's full-screen changes. That's what happened! Then, Twitter v. Musk heats up, and yet another pretender thinks NFT books could be a thing — but this time, it's textbook. We're opening our vocal folds for another scintillating episode of Rocket!

Clockwise 462: Syncing on a Boat? Sounds Dangerous

August 03, 2022 20:00 - 29 minutes - 13.8 MB

How we store and share files in the cloud, the streaming video services we go to when we're looking for something new to watch, the one computer or tablet we'd use if we could only use one, and our webcam setups.

The Pen Addict 524: So?!

August 03, 2022 15:30 - 57 minutes - 52.5 MB

It’s DC Pen Show week-will you be there? Brad and Myke won’t, but that doesn’t stop Brad from being the unofficial hype man for the “Supershow.” What will you find there? Maybe some of the new products we discuss on this episode.

Under the Radar 248: Limits of Indie Life

August 03, 2022 15:15 - 29 minutes - 13.7 MB

We don't have the capabilities of larger staffs, and we can't do everything, so we must keep our scope and expectations within the capacity of what one person can do.

Focused 157: Non-Traditional Measures of Productivity, with Mike Vardy

August 02, 2022 17:00 - 1 hour - 81.7 MB

Mike Vardy is back to talk about the rhythm of work and why some people feel "productivity" is becoming a dirty word.

Thoroughly Considered 83: The Last Detail with Adam Lisagor

August 02, 2022 16:45 - 55 minutes - 51.1 MB

New side quest! On The Last Detail, Tom and Dan invite a guest on to chat about an object that is meaningful to them. They dive deep into that object, discussing the design, the manufacturing process, the good, and bad, and everything in-between. Today’s guest is Adam Lisagor, the founder of Sandwich Video, the preeminent studio for creating video commercials for tech products and services. His object is the Sonos Move.

Upgrade 418: Cocktail of Headwinds

August 01, 2022 20:15 - 1 hour - 106 MB

This week Jason and Myke take a closer look at Apple's weird quarterly results, which reassured Wall Street while not being altogether reassuring. Then automotive expert Sam Abuelsamid joins Jason to talk about what Apple's WWDC 2022 announcement of a new integrated CarPlay might actually mean if and when it arrives late next year.

Mac Power Users 651: 3,041 Press Releases

July 31, 2022 21:00 - 1 hour - 101 MB

In this feedback episode, Stephen talks David through his workflows of the Apple History Calendar, and then the guys talk about the current state of Apple's beta software. They also tackle some listener feedback and check in on the new version of Alfred.

The Backmarkers 12: Hungarian Grand Prix Review

July 31, 2022 16:45 - 1 hour - 55.2 MB

Ferrari are at it again at the 2022 Hungarian Grand Prix where Myke Hurley and Austin Evans break all of the action down.

Cortex 131: A Truly Epic Sense of Denial

July 31, 2022 11:15 - 1 hour - 72.6 MB

Grey had COVID, Myke had COVID, and they both share how this has changed their plans for the year.

Top Four 90: Bodies of Water

July 30, 2022 13:30 - 42 minutes - 19.6 MB

It's summer, and you know what that means…

Automators 107: Control with your Voice, with Sal Soghoian

July 29, 2022 22:30 - 1 hour - 92.8 MB

Sal Soghoian takes David and Rosemary on an epic automation adventure. Starting with a look back at Automator on the Mac, and looking at the star Shortcuts developers now—before diving into Sal's latest project of custom voice control with OmniFocus and beyond.

Material 370: Sustainable Value

July 29, 2022 22:00 - 1 hour - 64.4 MB

This week, we're checking in with Google. The Q2 2022 financial results are out, and while the Search Giant is doing fine, it will have to rethink a few other elements of the business. (Chromebooks aren't doing so hot!) Then, a few updates: Gmail's Material Redesign is rolling out to everyone, and Google Maps adds a few new helpful features. We'll also discuss some new features to ChromeOS next month, including virtual desks and video editing.

Liftoff 169: A Lot of Glory to be Bathed Within

July 29, 2022 20:30 - 38 minutes - 54 MB

Jason and Stephen pop open the hatch to marvel at the JWST's first images, talk about the SLS and wonder what is going on with Russia and the ISS.

Rocket 396: RIP Instagram

July 28, 2022 14:45 - 51 minutes - 46.9 MB

We're talking about Instagram's awful updates, the first crypto insider trading scandal, and NFT books on a deliciously bad episode of ROCKET!

Conduit 28: When Failure Happens

July 28, 2022 14:30 - 52 minutes - 83.8 MB

Toxic productivity and toxic positivity are just that - TOXIC. Failure happens. Our goal is find the lesson from it, stay focused on our goal and adapt. This week we share some failure and discuss how we change our own red circles to green or yellow ones.

Connected 408: Oh! Tim Cook is in Here, Too!

July 27, 2022 21:45 - 1 hour - 94.8 MB

This week, the guys tour some old Apple Stores, alter some AirPods and think about tracking their sleep.

Clockwise 461: I Make the Guests Cry

July 27, 2022 17:00 - 29 minutes - 13.9 MB

Dan had a baby so we discuss tech advice for new parents and our favorite toys. But we also dig into invasive network video cameras, the ruination of Instagram, and if VR is ever going to be a thing.

The Pen Addict 523: Average is Good

July 27, 2022 15:15 - 1 hour - 57.1 MB

What is the P.A.R.? Brad breaks down the stationery grading system he shares with Pen Addict Members each week, and gives out grades for a few popular products. The show also makes a guest appearance on the most recent Office Ladies podcast, which is the highlight of a lifetime for Brad and Myke.

Downstream 23: The All-Letters Episode

July 26, 2022 16:15 - 57 minutes - 26.9 MB

Jason and Julia answer your letters. So many questions! We discuss live TV on Apple channels, merger mania, niche streaming, valuable hot-dog streaming rights, "it's just an eight-hour movie", and tactical release times.

Ungeniused 155: Some More Non-Water Floods

July 26, 2022 14:45 - 9 minutes - 13.6 MB

The Great Molasses Flood could be the most famous non-water flood to have ever taken place, but there are several others that may sweep you off your feet.

Upgrade 417: The Verticals

July 25, 2022 14:15 - 1 hour - 104 MB

In this special Summer of Fun episode, Jason and Myke welcome three special guests to discuss how development, accessibility, and widgets have been affected by Apple's latest operating-system cycle.

Mac Power Users 650: Craft Deep Drive

July 24, 2022 21:00 - 1 hour - 91.8 MB

David shares his impressions of the M2 MacBook Air, then he and Stephen talk through Craft. While it can be used for simple note taking, it also packs a lot of powerful personal knowledge management tools for users who need them.

The Backmarkers 11: French Grand Prix Review

July 24, 2022 16:15 - 44 minutes - 40.8 MB

Ferrari have deep questions to ask themselves after the French Grand Prix. Myke and Austin break it all down for this episode of The Backmarkers!

Material 369: And Now, For Some Distractions

July 22, 2022 23:00 - 1 hour - 77.9 MB

Andy is melting, but he's still intact enough to sit and chat with Flo about what makes the Google Pixel 6a so compelling. Reviews came out this week, including Flo's, and we're going through all the reasons why you might want Google's mid-ranger. Don't forget that the Pixel Buds Pro is also on the roster. Then, we'll discuss Google's latest Glass experiments and what to expect. We also wish a friend luck on an endeavor into waters that have been proven murky.

Reconcilable Differences 187: Beauty Fades

July 22, 2022 22:45 - 1 hour - 83.7 MB

Once John is ready, things kick off with a discussion of Merlin's increasing asymmetry. Follow-up concerns pinned messages. Merlin thinks Marco still doesn't understand what a priority is, and John thinks skeuomorphism doesn't mean what it used to mean. John graciously saves Merlin's sanity, and then your hosts express skepticism about the wisdom of offering subscriptions in premium automobiles. As an extended mini-topic, you hosts talk about the recent FX show, _The Bear_. John points ...

Rocket 395: Get Your Apple $$$

July 21, 2022 15:15 - 56 minutes - 52 MB

Apple has settled with NO WRONGDOING in its keyboard lawsuit, and some of us are looking forward to purchasing one (1) song on Apple Music with our newfound wealth. Then, some gaming culture chat: Discord is coming to Xbox, and FaZe clan is coming to SPACs! What great timing!

Under the Radar 247: Different, But Not Worse

July 21, 2022 08:00 - 29 minutes - 13.8 MB

Are SwiftUI apps destined to be mediocre, or can we still make great apps? Introducing the famous App Development Pentagon.

Connected 407: A Computer Desk With a Bed on Top

July 20, 2022 20:45 - 1 hour - 103 MB

Roses are red, Myke's MacBook Air is blue He and Stephen discuss Apple Arcade, Apple TV, YouTube and betas, too.

Clockwise 460: 9000 Ginger Emoji

July 20, 2022 16:00 - 28 minutes - 13.1 MB

How we pay online, in stores, and elsewhere. How we use (or wish we could use) our smartphones to aid in travel. The data we'd like to see on our iPhone Lock Screen. Our three favorite emoji and a new emoji we're most excited about.

The Pen Addict 522: Your Pen Type

July 20, 2022 15:15 - 1 hour - 56.4 MB

Do you have a pen type? Can you define it? Is there a single pen that encapsulates your pen type perfectly? Brad explores what he looks for when buying and selling pens in an effort to make the best decision possible.

Focused 156: The State of GTD

July 19, 2022 21:00 - 1 hour - 80.4 MB

Inspired by a Cal Newport article on Getting Things Done, David & Mike go through an audit of the (in)famous productivity system.

Thoroughly Considered 82: Design is Compromise

July 18, 2022 19:00 - 59 minutes - 55 MB

Myke chats with Tom and Dan about their thoughts on the Mark Three campaign and their new pen tray. Then, Myke discusses some struggles with manufacturing a new paper product, and the show is closed with a Dan’s Tech Corner.

Upgrade 416: Shout-out to Bridget Knight

July 18, 2022 18:45 - 1 hour - 82.1 MB

Myke and Jason both have new M2 MacBook Airs, so it's time for our full review. Jason opens the Stocks app for the first time in ages. Jony Ive's long fade-out from Apple is completed. And in honor of World Emoji Day, we select our favorite emojis in seven categories.

Mac Power Users 649: Workflows with William Gallagher

July 17, 2022 21:00 - 1 hour - 91 MB

William Gallagher has written using a Mac for decades. This week, he joins Stephen and David to discuss his work and how he gets words on the page.

Automators 106: Automation Interoperation

July 15, 2022 21:15 - 1 hour - 69.3 MB

Combinations! Lately, a lot of the best Mac automation tools have become conversant with each other. In this episode, Rose and David discuss the best ways to make automation apps work together.

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Don McAllister
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Jeff Sheldon
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John Voorhees
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Rene Ritchie
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Sara Dietschy
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