51: MenuBars, Docks and Dashboards
Katie and David look at their menubars, docks, and dashboards.
Jun 12, 2011•1 hr 25 min•Ep. 51
Mac Power Users
Learn 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.
Episodes
50: Workflows with David Wain
David and Katie sit down with comedian, writer, actor and director David Wain. David is an avid Mac user and walks us through his workflow and how he implemented technology in the production of his upcoming feature film, Wanderlust. Written and directed by David, Wanderlust stars Jennifer Aniston and Paul Rudd will be released in the United States in October of 2011.
May 23, 2011•1 hr 39 min•Ep. 50
49: Mac Maintenance
Katie and David dive deep on Mac maintenance issues, practices, and and tools.
May 07, 2011•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 49
48: GoodReader
GoodReader is the iOS App that adds a file management system, open virtually any type of file and read and annotate PDF documents. David and Katie share how they use this app in their workflows and how it adds functionality to iOS devices.
Apr 24, 2011•1 hr•Ep. 48
47: Dropbox Awesomeness
David and Katie are joined by Eddie Smith of Practically Efficient to discuss all that is awesome about Dropbox. The trio discuss how to use Dropbox to share files across multiple computers and iDevices as well as dive into geekier uses for the service.
Apr 10, 2011•1 hr 29 min•Ep. 47
46: Workflows with Merlin Mann II
David and Katie sit down again with Merlin Mann. Merlin updates us on his workflows and his latest projects.
Mar 27, 2011•2 hr 26 min•Ep. 46
45: Finding Files and Tagging
Katie and David, joined by Mac mad scientist Brett Terpstra, cover the many ways to organize and find files on your Mac. This show includes tips on tagging, spotlight, naming conventions and more.
Mar 13, 2011•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 45
44: Taking Notes on Mac OS X and iOS
Katie and David tackle how to take notes in a variety of contexts using your Mac and iOS devices.
Feb 27, 2011•1 hr 26 min•Ep. 44
43: Back to Backup (Live from Macworld 2011)
This episode was recorded live on the Macworld Expo show floor. In it, David and Katie go back to backup and talk about their favorite strategies and tactics for backing up your Mac. Unfortunately, there was a problem with the live stream video so we don’t have the full session video but show friend, Steven Sheridan, did post some video here.
Feb 13, 2011•47 min•Ep. 43
42: Contacts and Calendars
In this episode, Katie and David tackle managing contacts and calendars on your Mac and iOS Devices.
Jan 22, 2011•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 42
41: Writing “Mac at Work”
In this episode David and Katie talk about David’s book, Mac at Work. David explains how he bumbled his way through the publishing process and the tools he used to write the book.
Jan 09, 2011•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 41
40: Choosing The Right Mac
In this episode Katie and David discuss the differences among the Apple computers to help listeners choose the right Mac for themselves or when assisting others. We discuss buying a laptop vs desktop, power vs price and upgrade and expansion options.
Dec 26, 2010•1 hr 24 min•Ep. 40
39: Workflows with Paul Kent and Macworld 2011
In this episode, Katie and David interview IDG executive Paul Kent about how he uses Apple technology to organize and run the Macworld Conference and Expo. Paul also previews some of developments surrounding Macworld 2011.
Dec 12, 2010•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 39
38: iTunes Intensive
In this episode, Katie and David dig deep on iTunes including Library management, playlists, sharing, and network attached storage.
Nov 28, 2010•1 hr 27 min•Ep. 38
37: Markdown and MultiMarkdown
Katie and David tackle the use of Markdown and MultiMarkdown to write for the Web and more. This episode also includes an interview with Fletcher Penney, author of MultiMarkdown.
Nov 14, 2010•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 37
36: Traveling with the iPad
In this episode Katie and David talk about their recent travels with the iPad and discuss when the iPad can serve as a notebook replacement and when it can't. We'll share some of our favorite apps for getting things done one the road and our workflows for staying productive and connected while on the go.
Oct 24, 2010•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 36
35: Money Managers, Task Management on the iPad, Car Stereos and the Book
In this episode, Katie and David catch up with listener questions and cover a few common questions including money management and iPad task management. David also spills the beans on his new book.
Oct 04, 2010•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 35
34: Keynote
In this episode, David and Katie talk about Keynote and share their presentation mojo.
Sep 20, 2010•1 hr 22 min•Ep. 34
33: Workflows with Andy Ihnatko
This workflows episode is with technology writer and all around swell guy, Andy Ihnatko.
Aug 28, 2010•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 33
32: Pictures and Your Mac
Just in time for summer vacation Katie and David talk about storing, organizing and managing photos on your Mac.
Aug 08, 2010•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 32
31: Speaking to Your Mac
David and Katie talk about speech recognition software for the Mac, focusing on the powerful dictation applications MacSpeech Dictate and MacSpeech Scribe.
Jul 25, 2010•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 31
30: Mac Gadgetier
In this episode, Katie and David cover some of their favorite Mac related gadgets.
Jul 12, 2010•1 hr 32 min•Ep. 30
29: Workflows with Jason Snell
Continuing in our Workflows series, we chat with Macworld Editor Jason Snell. Jason shares how he uses his Mac to juggle his job and shares with us his favorite applications.
Jun 28, 2010•1 hr 30 min•Ep. 29
28: Using a Mac in a Windows World
In this episode David and Katie discuss strategies and solutions for dealing with that *other* operating system.
Jun 13, 2010•1 hr 24 min•Ep. 28
27: iPad Power Session
After spending a few months with the iPad, Katie and David reflect on how they get work done on them.
May 31, 2010•1 hr 38 min•Ep. 27
26: Workflows with Dan Benjamin
This is our second show in the "Workflows" series. Our guest is programmer, writer, and podcaster Dan Benjamin.
May 17, 2010•1 hr 26 min•Ep. 26
25: Geeking Out With Hazel
In this episode, David and Katie talk about how to keep your Mac clean and organized using Noodlesoft's Hazel. Hazel watches folders and runs actions based on specific criteria to take action on the folder items. Hazel also keeps your Mac tidy by throwing away left-over bits of deleted programs and helping you to manage your trash.
Apr 24, 2010•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 25
24: Home Networking
Katie and David talk through home networking including wired and wireless solutions along with common pitfalls and speed bumps.
Apr 03, 2010•1 hr 28 min•Ep. 24
23: Workflows with Merlin Mann
In our first "Workflows" episode we talk with Merlin Mann, or as David calls him, the "Hero of Nerds." Merlin discussed how he uses his Mac for his work and the applications he uses to be more productive. This extra long episode is packed with geeky goodness. This is a new type of episode for us so we appreciate your feedback .
Mar 13, 2010•1 hr 42 min•Ep. 23
22: Traveling With Your Mac
Fresh back from our trip to Macworld, Katie and David talk all about traveling with your Mac. The duo talk about bags, power, accessories, backing up while on the road, security and more. Katie and David talk about all the gadgets that are in their travel bag and how they get work done when away from their home or office.
Mar 05, 2010•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 22
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