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#834: I Am The Tardis
February 1st, 2026 · 73 minutes
Stephen starts the episode with an announcement, then he and David revisit writing workflows, Keyboard Maestro, notifications, and more. At the end, the guys attempt to answer some questions as quickly as possible... something they aren't great at doing.
#833: Chris Bailey and His Battle-Scarred M1
January 25th, 2026 · 85 minutes
Chris Bailey shares his unconventional tech stack: TextEdit for writing, SimpleNote for tasks, and printing research on paper. He also tried using an iPad mini as his phone to create friction with distraction.
#832: All About Apple Weather
January 18th, 2026 · 82 minutes
After talking through the new Apple Creator Studio bundle, Stephen shares his notes with David after switching to the Apple Weather app for a month.
#831: Revisiting Our Writing Workflows
January 11th, 2026 · 78 minutes
From fancy pens to blank screens with a blinking cursor, there are more ways to write than ever. This week, the guys discuss several of them, weighing their pros and cons, and share how they get the words out.
#830: iOS 26: Focus Modes & Notifications
January 4th, 2026 · 86 minutes
Our phones are constantly vying for our attention. This week, David and Stephen discuss strategies for managing notifications and regaining control.
#829: Tech That Worked in 2025
December 28th, 2025 · 102 minutes
With the year winding down, Stephen and David reflect on what went well in their tech stacks, touching on Apple silicon, the company's default apps, AI tools, home automation, and networking.
#828: Revisiting Keyboard Maestro
December 21st, 2025 · 88 minutes
David and Stephen talk through their uses of Keyboard Maestro, diving deep into automation, text expansion, and more.
#827: Every Two Months or So
December 14th, 2025 · 88 minutes
On this feedback episode, the guys revisit the smart home, iPadOS 26, the lack of a big iMac, charging stations, and much more.
#826: 2025 State of the Platforms (Part 2)
December 7th, 2025 · 144 minutes
The guys wrap up their review of Apple's 2025 with a look at the iPhone, Apple TV, iCloud, and Apple's other services. They then zoom out and look at the overall ecosystem.
#825: 2025 State of the Platforms (Part 1)
November 30th, 2025 · 128 minutes
This week, Stephen and David start their annual tour of Apple's products, beginning with the Mac, then they consider the Apple Watch, the Vision Pro, and the company's lineup of audio products.