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The CultCast

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The CultCast covers each week’s best Apple stories, tech news, and accessories—but more importantly—we do it with pizzaz. Why listen to another dreary tech program? Tune in to the CultCast each week for a healthy dose of Apple and tech news, jokes gone wrong, and unending tangents.


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Apple Car coming in 2021?! LET’S TALK! (CC #472)

Send us a text! This week: a new report says Apple Car is in production and coming... in 2021! Plus a newly revealed Elon Musk story all but confirms Apple’s own car is incoming. And we wrap up with more details on the next Apple TV, and our picks for favorite stuff of the year! This episode supported by YOU! CultCast is now listener supported ! If you 💖 what we do, & if want to see more content with the same CultCast gusto, please join us . Supporters get CultCast: Off Topic!, a new variet...

Dec 24, 20201 hr 2 min

AirPods Max! The Good. The Bad? The CASE... (#471)

Send us a text! This week: the $549 AirPods Max—we got them, here’s what we think! Plus: Jony Ive might’ve just landed a new job, as the CEO of... Ferrari? And we wrap up with more of our favorite stuff of 2020! CultCast is now listener supported! If you 💖 what we do, & if want to see more content with the same CultCast gusto, please join us . Supporters get CultCast: Off Topic!, a new variety show hosted by Erfon Elijah (and friends), and a lot more! Join CultCast Support! This episode sup...

Dec 18, 20201 hr 14 min

AirPods Max! $550! LET’S TALK…. (CultCast #470)

Send us a text! This week: AirPods Max first impressions! LET’S TALK… Plus, it looks like an Apple Car is back on the menu, boooooys. This is a crazy plot twist in the ongoing saga of Project Titan. And it’s that time again for our picks of the year! This week, we reveal our favorite shows of 2020, and we got some great ones for you. CultCast is now listener supported! If you 💖 what we do, & if want to see more content with the same CultCast gusto, please join us . Supporters get CultCast: ...

Dec 11, 20201 hr 28 min

Apple Hardware Drop, incoming! (CultCast #469)

Send us a text! This week: get your wallets ready, Apple has a mysterious hardware release planned for December 8! Plus: the M1 Mac mini is an unstoppable monster, we’ve got more insane benchmarks to share. Seriously, do not waste your money on anything but an M1 Mac. And Apple’s quietly bringing a much-welcomed feature to most older iPhones! You’re gonna like what you see, we guarantee it... CultCast is now listener supported! If you 💖 what we do, & if want to see more content with the sam...

Dec 04, 202051 min

Our M1 MacBook Air review, plus stereo HomePod minis bring the BOOM! - #468

Send us a text! This week: Here’s our one week review of the M1 MacBook Air! TDLR; it's ridiculous . Then: how do the new M1 Macs perform with 8GB vs 16GB of RAM? The differences are surprising! Plus: Apple’s about to do their best Black Friday sale yet, we discuss. And we’ll wrap up with a hands-on review of Stereo HomePod minis. CultCast is now listener supported ! If you 💖 what we do, & if want to see more content with the same CultCast gusto, please join us. Supporters get CultCast: Off...

Nov 26, 20201 hr 5 min

The new M1 Macs are totally insane! (+ HomePod mini hands-on!) - #467

Send us a text! This week: Apple’s new M1 Macs are breaking all the benchmarks, and are now officially the fastest Macs ever made. The MacBook Air is outperforming the iMac! These M1 Macs are insane. Plus: iPhone 12 Pro Max Vs. Mini — we’ve got them both! Which one is the keeper? We discuss. And stay tuned for our HomePod mini review, and our favorite tire inflator in an all-new Under Review! CultCast is now listener supported! If you 💖 what we do, & if want to see more content with the sam...

Nov 20, 20201 hr 12 min

#466 - Apple’s M1 chip… it’s a MONSTER

Send us a text! This week: early benchmarks are in for Apple’s new M1 silicon, and they show the new chip makes the new MacBook Air FASTER than the 16-inch MacBook Pro. The M1 performance is HARD TO BELIEVE, and then there's the insane battery life... Plus, HomePod mini reviews are in, and we go hands-on with Dolby Atmos on Apple TV with original HomePod! CultCast is now listener supported! Today we announced that CultCast is going listener supported. If you 💖 what we do, & want to see more...

Nov 13, 20201 hr 7 min

#465 - INCOMING - Super-charged MacBook Pros w/Apple Silicon (+ new AirPod leaks!)

Send us a text! This week: New MacBook Pros are right around the corner, and their Apple silicon are looking like powerhouses! Plus: a new leak gives us our first glimpse as the next-gen AirPods, and they look even better than we hoped. And forget everything you’ve heard about AirTags--Apple has BIG plans for this tech that extends far beyond what we’ve been told. Join us in the CultClub! discord.gg/BrKdnSK This episode supported by Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespa...

Nov 06, 202044 min

#464 - Big changes are coming to AirPods! (And a $100,000 APPL stock update!)

Send us a text! This week: next-gen's AirPods are getting massive changes, we’ll tell you what we know! Plus: the original HomePod remains absolutely OUTSTANDING, but the Intercom feature needs work; and we’ve got another update on Erfon’s $100,000 APPL stock investment! Join us in the CultClub! discord.gg/BrKdnSK This episode supported by Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a we...

Oct 30, 202052 min

#463 - iPhone 12/Pro first impressions!

Send us a text! This week: the reviews are in, let's talk about iPhone 12! Plus—the honest truth about of 5G, HomePod gets a game changing new feature, and Jony Ive gets a brand new job. Join us in the CultClub! discord.gg/BrKdnSK This episode supported by Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way ...

Oct 23, 202055 min

#462 - iPhone 12/Pro/Mini and HomePod Mini — our reactions!

Send us a text! This week: it’s our iPhone 12/Pro/Mini and HomePod Mini reactions! We review everything Apple announced at the "Hi, Speed" event, and we dig into all the new features. We’ve got a lot to say…. Join us in the CultClub! discord.gg/BrKdnSK This episode supported by Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful...

Oct 16, 20201 hr 8 min

#461 - Our "Hi, Speed" Apple event.... PREDICTIONS

Send us a text! This week: iPhone 12! HomePods Mini! AirTags! Next Gen Macs! Air Power Mat? We’re talking our “Hello, Speed” Apple event hardware predictions. Join us in the CultClub! discord.gg/BrKdnSK This episode supported by Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the f...

Oct 09, 202057 min

#460 - Apple's own leaks confirms iPhone 12 Mini!

Send us a text! This week: whoopsie! Apple accidentally leaks the new iPhone 12 mini—we talk prices and storage options. Plus: Apple’s beefs up AppleCare+ and slashes the cost; and we wrap up with an EPIC update to the Fortnite Vs. Apple app store antitrust case. Join us in the CultClub! discord.gg/BrKdnSK This episode supported by Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or...

Oct 02, 202059 min

#459 - Apple Watch Series 6 - our one week review!

Send us a text! This week: don't miss our one week reviews of Apple Watch Series 6! We’ll tell you if it’s worth upgrading... Plus: multiple sources are now confirming a NEW Apple hardware event coming October 13th, where a new “iPhone 12 Mini” may be announced—we’ll tell you what we know. And stick around for more Apple Stock talk! Erfon’s reveals what his $100K investment is worth now after this month’s depressing APPL stock plummet! Join us in the CultClub! discord.gg/BrKdnSK This episode sup...

Sep 25, 20201 hr 9 min

#458 - Series 6 Apple Watch & AirPods Studio - Let’s talk!

Send us a text! This week: we’re talking Apple Watch Series 6, and the freshly leaked AirPods Studio headphones! Plus: we recap all the best announcements from Apple’s Time’s Up event, discuss the power of the U1 chip, and explain Spatial Audio, the crazy good new feature added to AirPods Pro. Join our CultCast Live stream, Friday Sept 18th @11:30am PT! https://youtu.be/HngYh6PXdYk This episode supported by Our thanks to Linked In for supporting this episode. A business is only as strong as its ...

Sep 18, 20201 hr 8 min

#457 - Our "Time Flies" event predictions!

Send us a text! This week: it’s our “Time Flies” Apple event hardware predictions! Are we really getting just an iPad and the new Apple Watch at the September 15th event? We’re not so sure… Plus: the Jon Prosser vs. Mark Gurman epic battle of the Apple leakers takes a big turn, and Apple reveals their newest invention--the Apple Face Mask. Join us in the CultClub! discord.gg/BrKdnSK This episode supported by Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. S...

Sep 11, 202055 min

#456 - Apple’s got “something planned”, and it’s coming next week...

Send us a text! This week: popular Apple leaker Jon Prosser says new Apple hardware is coming next week! But what? We'll discuss. Plus: what we know about the next gen iPad Air, Apple Watch Series 6, Apple TV, and the killer tracking features coming to Apple’s AirTags. And the next iPhone 12 color, revealed! This episode supported by Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website ...

Sep 04, 202049 min

#455 - New iPhone 12 leaks CONFIRM new features

Send us a text! This week: a new leak confirms some exciting iPhone 12 specs! Plus: a new iPad and Apple Watch Series 6 are right around the corner; the Fortnite Vs. Apple case takes an interesting turn; and Erfon divulges how his $95,000 Apple stock investment is performing! This episode supported by Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your iPhone 11, Apple Watch, Mac Pr...

Aug 28, 202058 min

#454 - Why Epic Games is suing Apple (and why they might win)

Send us a text! This week: Battle of the Titans—Fortnite maker Epic Games takes Apple to court over its App Store policies, and they just might get their way. Plus: Apple and its stock hit another astonishing milestone; Prosser was right—Apple has begun rebranding Beats; and Apple TV+ finally makes the move we’ve been waiting for: bundling premium channels for one low price. This episode supported by Our thanks to Linked In for supporting this episode. A business is only as strong as its people,...

Aug 21, 202057 min

#453 - LEAKED—Here are the release dates for iPhone 12, iPad, and Apple Watch

Send us a text! This week: Thanks to a new leak, we now know the exact release dates for iPhone 12, Apple Watch, and more. We'll tell you what to expect! Plus: Apple stock adventure, part 2! Erfon talks about his massive Apple stock purchase, including how much he spent, why he bought in now, and how much his investment is now worth. We talk real numbers! And if you’ve been thinking about getting a new Mac with the butterfly keyboard, DON’T DO IT until you hear this episode. COVID keyboard repai...

Aug 14, 20201 hr 1 min

#452 - Forget the new iMac, buy Apple’s stock!

Send us a text! This week: the brand new iMac may look the same, but it’s so powerful video editors are gleefully buying 2 to 3 at a time—we’ll tell you everything that’s new 🔥 Then: Phil Schiller, Apple Worldwide Marketing VP, and one of Steve Job’s original generals, is stepping down. We’ll remember some of Phil’s most memorable Apple moments. And forget buying the new iMac, get Apple’s stock instead! Erfon goes all in, and reveals the huge cash stockpile he’s about to dump into Apple stock, ...

Aug 07, 202058 min

#451 - New iMacs, iPhone 12, new iPads, and Jon Prosser strikes back!

Send us a text! This week: Apple leaker Jon Prosser returns to the internet, and he’s got some tasty new Apple rumors to share... Plus: Tim Cook gets grilled by congress over Apple’s app store, and at least one house member says it’s time to break up Big Tech. And if you love movies, you’ll be happy to hear why new releases will soon be heading to your Apple TV just weeks after release. This episode supported by The NETGEAR Orbi WiFi 6 router gives you ultra-fast speeds and wider coverage throug...

Jul 31, 20201 hr 9 min

#450 - Apple pushes for change—entire supply chain to go 100% carbon neutral

Send us a text! This week: Apple—and its entire supply chain—will go 100% carbon neutral by 2030, pushing the entire world of tech towards BIG changes… A powerful iOS 14 privacy feature will be great for consumers, buuuut may kill a billion dollar ad industry Some exciting new podcast features are coming to Spotify We talk about CultCast... Video! And we’ll tell you about the gadgets we’re testing in an all-new Under Review! This episode supported by The NETGEAR Orbi WiFi 6 router gives you ultr...

Jul 23, 20201 hr 1 min

#449 - Apple gets hacked, & the vanishing of Jon Prosser

Send us a text! This week: a massive global hack has Apple pushing a bitcoin scam to millions! Plus: iOS 13.6 brings some cool new features to Apple News. And we’ll tell you the newest info on Apple Glass, while pondering the fate of Jon Prosser, the prolific Apple insider who vanished right after leaking them. This episode supported by Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a websi...

Jul 17, 202052 min

#448 - We talk 14-inch MacBook Pro and a BIG Apple Maps update! (FIXED)

Send us a text! This week: we've got more details on the 14-inch MacBook Pro, and Apple Maps gets a new feature that blows us away! Plus: we talk our two week impressions of iOS 14, and a major Hollywood film is coming to Apple TV+. This episode supported by Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost wa...

Jul 10, 202049 min

#447 - Why people are ALREADY mad about iPhone 12...

Send us a text! This week: with iPhone 12 right around the corner, a new rumor says it will be missing one key feature, and the internet is not happy. Plus: it’s a CultCast Exclusive! We’ll tell you how Apple’s planning to bring the Apple store right to your home. And we discuss our favorite new shows and "Mary Jane" accessories in an all-new What We’re Into. This episode supported by Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at check...

Jul 03, 20201 hr 6 min

#446 - iOS 14’s best HIDDEN features!

Send us a text! This week: we bring you a huge list of great iOS 14 features Apple DID NOT mention on-stage at WWDC 20, and there’s a lot to love. Plus: why iOS 14's new Home screen widgets aren't as powerful as you might think, and get ready to log into websites with Face ID or Touch ID. This episode supported by CleanMyMac X is an all in one utility that takes care of your Mac's health: it’s a macOS cleaner, a performance monitor, a malware remover, and occasionally, a lifesaver. And until Jul...

Jun 26, 202052 min

We react to all our favorite WWDC 2020 announcements!

Send us a text! This episode: We react to all our favorite WWDC 2020 announcements! And there's a whole lot to discuss. This episode supported by CleanMyMac X is an all in one utility that takes care of your Mac's health: it’s a macOS cleaner, a performance monitor, a malware remover, and occasionally, a lifesaver. And until July 5th, you can go to macpaw.com/cultofmac to get CleanMyMac X with a 30% discount. Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. ...

Jun 23, 202058 min

#445 - New Hardware! New Software! Let's Talk WWDC 2020

Send us a text! This week: we talk our WWDC 2020 hardware and software predictions, and there’s A LOT to say. Plus: a new leak details a next generation iPhone with dual displays; the new 5600M MacBook Pro GPU is a absolute MONSTER; and Apple’s back-to-school promo is back for the summer, but with an interesting twist... This episode supported by Easily create a beautiful website all by yourself, at Squarespace.com/cultcast. Use offer code CultCast at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase ...

Jun 19, 202045 min

#444 - FINALLY. New iMac and ARM Mac, incoming!

Send us a text! This week: an all-new iMac, and the mythical ARM Mac, will finally be unveiled at WWDC. We’ll tell you what we know! Plus, we wrap up with our favorite new 360 camera, feather-light carbon bike wheels, and a must-have ethernet testing tool in an all-new Under Review. This episode supported by Cult of Mac's watch store is full of beautiful straps that cost way less than Apple's. See the full curated collection at Store.Cultofmac.com CultCloth will keep your iPhone 11, Apple Watch,...

Jun 12, 202051 min
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