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#240: Q4 Planning

October 7, 2025 · 86 minutes

Hosted by David Sparks and Mike Schmitz.

David & Mike attempt to end 2025 on a high note by reviewing the last quarter and planning the next one. Also, Mike made a planner.

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#584: I'm the Apple of Lasers

October 6, 2025 · 95 minutes

Hosted by Jason Snell and Myke Hurley.

Myke tries Tahoe, ICEBlock gets blocked, and Apple toggles from Vision Pro to glasses.

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From Liquid Glass to a stronger Spotlight, macOS Tahoe reshapes the Mac. Spotlight now remembers your clipboard and taps into App Intents, while Apple’s apps gain updates to match their mobile counterparts.

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#104: Like a Vaccination

October 3, 2025 · 45 minutes

Hosted by Jason Snell.

We dive into the aftermath of the Jimmy Kimmel affair and the strange balance between TV networks and local affiliates. [Downstream+ subscribers also get: Streaming price hikes, Prime Video's future, and David Letterman's streaming strategy.]

Myke and Stephen cover a new wave of Apple hardware leaks, then share their feelings on iPhones.

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