In the inaugural meeting of the Software Club, David and Stephen talk about Drafts and their use of the application. Then they are joined by Drafts developer Greg Pierce to talk about the app's community of users and more. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: Sanebox : Stop drowning in email! TextExpander : Get 20% off with this link and type more with less effort! Expand short abbreviations into longer bits of text, even fill-ins, with TextExpander. Fitbod : Get stronger, faster wit...
May 08, 2022•1 hr 22 min•Ep. 639
Stephen and David sort through listener feedback, revisiting topics such as Preview.app, time tracking and their own Apple silicon experiences. Oh, and the person who took a Mac Pro to the coffee shop to get some work done on the go. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password : Have you ever forgotten a password? You don't have to worry about that anymore. NetSuite : The leading integrated cloud business software suite. Get a special one-of-a-kind financing offer. Squarespace : M...
May 01, 2022•1 hr 40 min•Ep. 638
David and Stephen both track how they spend their time. In this episode, they discuss the approaches and tools they use to see how they spend their days. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password : Have you ever forgotten a password? You don't have to worry about that anymore. TextExpander from Smile : Get 20% off with this link and type more with less effort! Expand short abbreviations into longer bits of text, even fill-ins, with TextExpander from Smile. Zocdoc : Find the righ...
Apr 24, 2022•1 hr 38 min•Ep. 637
Ryan JA Murphy is a writer and Ph.D. student who is using the Mac and iPad to work with information systems and design science. This week, Stephen and David talk with him about his workflows for research, data organization and more. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: Sanebox : Stop drowning in email! Fitbod : Get stronger, faster with a fitness plan that fits you. Get 25% off your membership. Electric : Unbury yourself from IT tasks. Get a free pair of Beats Solo3 Wireless Headphon...
Apr 17, 2022•1 hr 39 min•Ep. 636
Allison Sheridan has been a Mac user since 1984 and has been talking about Apple and its products since late 2005. She joins Stephen and David to talk about her experience with the platform, her use of diagramming in blog posts and much, much more. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: TextExpander from Smile : Get 20% off with this link and type more with less effort! Expand short abbreviations into longer bits of text, even fill-ins, with TextExpander from Smile. 1Password : Have yo...
Apr 10, 2022•1 hr 34 min•Ep. 635
The iPhone has all but killed the point-and-shoot camera market. This week, Stephen and David talk about the hardware and software that makes the iPhone such a good camera for photography. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password : Have you ever forgotten a password? You don't have to worry about that anymore. NetSuite : The leading integrated cloud business software suite. Get a special one-of-a-kind financing offer. Electric : Unbury yourself from IT tasks. Get a free pair of...
Apr 03, 2022•1 hr 48 min•Ep. 634
Nick Milo is a creator who is teaching people about Obsidian. This week, he talks with David and Stephen about how he manages his business, creates polished content and, of course, Obsidian and personal knowledge management. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password : Have you ever forgotten a password? You don't have to worry about that anymore. TextExpander from Smile : Get 20% off with this link and type more with less effort! Expand short abbreviations into longer bits of te...
Mar 27, 2022•1 hr 30 min•Ep. 633
On this feedback episode, David and Stephen celebrate the Mac Studio and Studio Display before revisiting the Stream Deck, Preview, Day One and more. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password : Have you ever forgotten a password? You don't have to worry about that anymore. Zocdoc : Find the right doctor, right now with Zocdoc. Sign up for free. Memberful : Best-in-class membership software for independent creators, publishers, educators, podcasters, and more. Get started now, no...
Mar 20, 2022•1 hr 37 min•Ep. 632
Between Relay FM, Cortex Brand and his keyboard streaming, Myke Hurley is a man of many hats. This week, he talks with David and Stephen about he balances these different jobs and how everyone can benefit from having a theme. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: Sanebox : Stop drowning in email! TextExpander from Smile : Get 20% off with this link and type more with less effort! Expand short abbreviations into longer bits of text, even fill-ins, with TextExpander from Smile. Indeed :...
Mar 13, 2022•1 hr 37 min•Ep. 631
Preview has been in every Mac's Application folder since 2001 when OS X launched. Today, Stephen and David dive into the program, exploring is wide range of features for editing both images and PDFs. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password : Have you ever forgotten a password? You don't have to worry about that anymore. Memberful : Best-in-class membership software for independent creators, publishers, educators, podcasters, and more. Get started now, no credit card required. ...
Mar 06, 2022•1 hr 33 min•Ep. 630
Craig Hockenberry is back to weigh in on Apple Silicon, why he's an Apple Watch Power User, and life as a Mac developer. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password : Have you ever forgotten a password? You don't have to worry about that anymore. TextExpander from Smile : Get 20% off with this link and type more with less effort! Expand short abbreviations into longer bits of text, even fill-ins, with TextExpander from Smile. Indeed : Get a free $75 credit to upgrade your job post...
Feb 27, 2022•1 hr 50 min•Ep. 629
The Stream Deck has become a central tool for many who use automation tools on their Mac. This week, Stephen and David dive into the device's hardware and software, explaining what makes it such a versatile device, before sharing their own uses for it. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password : Have you ever forgotten a password? You don't have to worry about that anymore. Zocdoc : Find the right doctor, right now with Zocdoc. Sign up for free. Memberful : Best-in-class members...
Feb 20, 2022•1 hr 52 min•Ep. 628
Video producer, script writer, and loving nerd Adam Lisagor is back after a too-long hiatus to share his workflows related to running his growing advertising/video production business. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password : Have you ever forgotten a password? You don't have to worry about that anymore. TextExpander from Smile : Get 20% off with this link and type more with less effort! Expand short abbreviations into longer bits of text, even fill-ins, with TextExpander fro...
Feb 13, 2022•1 hr 28 min•Ep. 627
In this feedback episode, David and Stephen revisit Dropbox, photo management, calendar sets and more. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: Sanebox : Stop drowning in email! Squarespace : Make your next move. Enter offer code MPU at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase. Memberful : Best-in-class membership software for independent creators, publishers, educators, podcasters, and more. Get started now, no credit card required. Links and Show Notes: Sign up for the MPU email new...
Feb 06, 2022•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 626
YouTuber and podcaster Austin Evans drops by the show to talk about his content business, how Apple is competing in the wider marketplace and the gear he uses to get work done with a growing team. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: TextExpander from Smile : Get 20% off with this link and type more with less effort! Expand short abbreviations into longer bits of text, even fill-ins, with TextExpander from Smile. Indeed : Get a free $75 credit to upgrade your job post. Memberful : Be...
Jan 30, 2022•1 hr 25 min•Ep. 625
Apple ships a wide range of applications across its family of operating systems. However, over the years, they have received uneven amounts of support and attention from the company. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password : Have you ever forgotten a password? You don't have to worry about that anymore. Electric : Stop stressing over scattered devices. Get a free pair of Beats Solo3 Wireless Headphones when you schedule a meeting. Memberful : Best-in-class membership software ...
Jan 23, 2022•1 hr 42 min•Ep. 624
Things like team collaboration and project planning are a very real part of our work. David and Stephen talk about these topics and discuss some of their apps and services that can make working with others easier and more productive. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: Sanebox : Stop drowning in email! Indeed : Get a free $75 credit to upgrade your job post. Wealthfront : Invest for the long term on your terms. Get your first $5,000 managed for free. Zocdoc : Find the right doctor, ...
Jan 16, 2022•1 hr 36 min•Ep. 623
Stephen and David are joined by HomeKit expert Shane Whatley to talk about the apps, products and automations that can be used together to make any home smarter. With HomeKit, anyone can scale from a single smart bulb to a house full of technology. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password : Have you ever forgotten a password? You don't have to worry about that anymore. TextExpander from Smile : Get 20% off with this link and type more with less effort! Expand short abbreviation...
Jan 09, 2022•1 hr 48 min•Ep. 622
After 15 years of living a double life, David has closed down his law practice and is now working on MacSparky projects full-time. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password : Have you ever forgotten a password? You don't have to worry about that anymore. Squarespace : Make your next move. Enter offer code MPU at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase. Fitbod : Get stronger, faster with a fitness plan that fits you. Get 25% off your membership. Links and Show Notes: Sign up ...
Jan 03, 2022•1 hr 22 min•Ep. 621
As the year draws to a close, David and Stephen survey the landscape and talk through the products, services and policies that have shaped Apple and its users over the last year. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password : Have you ever forgotten a password? You don't have to worry about that anymore. Squarespace : Make your next move. Enter offer code MPU at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase. The Tech Savvy Lawyer Podcast : Helping Lawyers with their Tech Questions. L...
Dec 26, 2021•2 hr 19 min•Ep. 620
David had to move his home office, while Stephen built a cabin. This week, the guys compare notes on how their studios have evolved over the last couple of years. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password : Have you ever forgotten a password? You don't have to worry about that anymore. Memberful : Best-in-class membership software for independent creators, publishers, educators, podcasters, and more. Get started now, no credit card required. The Tech Savvy Lawyer Podcast : Helpi...
Dec 19, 2021•1 hr 53 min•Ep. 619
Stephen and David chat with John Soliman, a 2nd Assistant Editor at Pixar about his workflows and how collaboration works at the studio. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password : Have you ever forgotten a password? You don't have to worry about that anymore. Memberful : Best-in-class membership software for independent creators, publishers, educators, podcasters, and more. Get started now, no credit card required. Electric : Stop stressing over scattered devices. Get a free pa...
Dec 12, 2021•1 hr 45 min•Ep. 618
David and Stephen are joined by Apple's Jeremy Butcher to discuss the company's new Business Essentials program. Then, the guys revisit iCloud storage management, clipboard apps and email providers. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: TextExpander from Smile : Get 20% off with this link and type more with less effort! Expand short abbreviations into longer bits of text, even fill-ins, with TextExpander from Smile. Sanebox : Stop drowning in email! Indeed : Get a free $75 credit to u...
Dec 05, 2021•2 hr 1 min•Ep. 617
Stephen and David are joined by Daniel Jalkut. After his absence is blamed on an innocent co-host, Daniel chats with the guys about his indie development career, the new MacBook Pro and the many options developers face on the Mac. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password : Have you ever forgotten a password? You don't have to worry about that anymore. TextExpander from Smile : Get 20% off with this link and type more with less effort! Expand short abbreviations into longer bits...
Nov 28, 2021•1 hr 59 min•Ep. 616
There is a range of applications to supercharge your copy and paste game. This week, David and Stephen explore some of the best options for macOS and even the iPad and iPhone. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: Hullo : A simple, natural pillow designed for comfort. Try it for 60 days. TextExpander from Smile : Get 20% off with this link and type more with less effort! Expand short abbreviations into longer bits of text, even fill-ins, with TextExpander from Smile. Squarespace : Mak...
Nov 21, 2021•1 hr 29 min•Ep. 615
Believe it or not, it is time for the annual MPU Holiday Gift Guide once again. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: TextExpander from Smile : Get 20% off with this link and type more with less effort! Expand short abbreviations into longer bits of text, even fill-ins, with TextExpander from Smile. Indeed : Get a free $75 credit to upgrade your job post. Shopify : Grow your business with Shopify. Start your 14-day free trial today. DEVONthink : Get Organized — Unleash Your Creativity...
Nov 14, 2021•1 hr 34 min•Ep. 614
David and Stephen talk with Sean McCabe about how he runs his businesses from what can only be described as a Mac battle station while stitching together macOS apps and several cloud services to be more productive. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password : Have you ever forgotten a password? You don't have to worry about that anymore. Sanebox : Stop drowning in email! Zocdoc : Find the right doctor, right now with Zocdoc. Sign up for free. quip : Better oral care, made simple....
Nov 07, 2021•1 hr 44 min•Ep. 613
David and Stephen review macOS Monterey and cover the features and changes it brings to the Mac. Then, the guys give their impressions of the new M1 Pro and M1 Max MacBook Pros. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: TextExpander from Smile : Get 20% off with this link and type more with less effort! Expand short abbreviations into longer bits of text, even fill-ins, with TextExpander from Smile. Electric : Stop stressing over scattered devices. Get a free pair of Beats Solo3 Wireless ...
Oct 31, 2021•1 hr 49 min•Ep. 612
This week, Stephen and David talk through Apple's new batch of MacBook Pros, powered by the M1 Pro and M1 Max systems on a chip. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password : Have you ever forgotten a password? You don't have to worry about that anymore. Capital One : Machine learning at Capital One. What’s in your wallet? Clean My Mac X : Your Mac. As good as new. Get 5% off today. Shopify : Grow your business with Shopify. Start your 14-day free trial today. Links and Show Notes...
Oct 20, 2021•1 hr 48 min•Ep. 611
Fresh off the release of iPadOS 15, David and Stephen cover the update's revised multitasking system and talk about some of their favorite workflows for the iPad. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password : Have you ever forgotten a password? You don't have to worry about that anymore. Squarespace : Make your next move. Enter offer code MPU at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase. Zocdoc : Find the right doctor, right now with Zocdoc. Sign up for free. The Intrazone, by M...
Oct 14, 2021•1 hr 44 min•Ep. 610
