Cortex

By Relay

Cortex is a show that explores how creative people think about their work — and how they get it done. Each episode dives into the workflows they follow, the apps and devices they depend on, and the ha... more

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How many episodes does Cortex have?

The podcast currently has 172 episodes available.

Cortex episodes:

January 23, 201862: 2018 Yearly Themes
Myke has completed a 'Year of Less', Grey has completed a 'Year of Redirection', and they both have their 2018 Themes ready to go.
This episode of Cortex is sponsored by:
Hover: Show the world what you’re passionate about with 10% off your first purchase
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Freshbooks: Online invoicing made easy.
Links and Show Notes: Support Cortex with a Relay FM Membership Discuss this episode on Reddit Cortex #44: Existential Time Tracking - Relay FM Cortex #45: Cortex Working Group - Relay FM Cortex Subreddit Myke's 2017 Toggl Report Cortex (@_cortexfm) on Twitter
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1h 38min
December 19, 201761: State of the Apps 2018
Myke went to PodCon, Grey doesn't write articles anymore, and they both name their favourite software for 'State of the Apps 2018'.
This episode of Cortex is sponsored by:
Casper: Start sleeping ahead of the curve. Get $50 off with the code ‘CORTEX’.
Squarespace: Make your next move. Enter offer code CORTEX at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase.
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Links and Show Notes: Support Cortex with a Relay FM Membership Discuss this episode on Reddit PodCon Myke's PodCon Vlog PodCon Remote Attendance Ticket Myke's Signing Poster Chris Rowland - The Artist Behind Myke's Poster The line building up before Myke's signing (from @ybrammer) State of the Apps 2014 — CGP Grey Upgrade - Relay FM Toggl Workflow Update Brings Ability to Interact with Any Web API – MacStories Toggl Workflow Workflow on the App Store Todoist OmniFocus 2Do Things 3 Clear Due Fantastical Slack 1Password Numbers - Apple Google Docs Google Sheets Brain.fm Airmail AntiRSI Pipedrive Ulysses Bear GoodNotes Notability Evernote Final Cut Pro X - Apple Filmic Pro Amazon Kindle Instapaper nPlayer Overcast FlightLogger App in the Air Flipflop Solitaire Really Bad Chess American Truck Simulator Factorio RimWorld Threes Alto's Adventure Stagehand Domino Drop Mini Metro Dropbox CARROT Weather MindNode Workouts++ Under the Radar - Relay FM Google Chrome Gboard 1Blocker Cookie Box
Unfortunately this app is now dead, but this is where it used to live. 😰
PCalc Thunderspace
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2h 3min
November 14, 201760: CorteX
Grey has played Stardew Valley, Myke is taking stock of his technology, and they both have new iPhones.
This episode of Cortex is sponsored by:
Casper: Start sleeping ahead of the curve. Get $50 off with the code ‘CORTEX’.
Squarespace: Make your next move. Enter offer code CORTEX at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase.
Blue Apron: A better way to cook. Get $30 off your first delivery and FREE SHIPPING.
Links and Show Notes: Support Cortex with a Relay FM Membership Watch Grey and Myke as Animoji! Discuss this episode on Reddit iPhone X - Apple iPhone (1st generation) - Wikipedia iPhone 4 - Wikipedia CARROT Weather on iPhone X Material Dock | Studio Neat iPhone X - Wireless Charging and Airpower Apple Watch Bands - Apple HiRise for Apple Watch | Twelve South Lemsip - Wikipedia Stardew Valley Top Four #34: Stardew Valley Singles - Relay FM
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1h 28min
October 31, 201759: The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People
Grey uses a YouTube limitation to his advantage, Myke is nervous about an event, and they both read The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People.
This episode of Cortex is sponsored by:
Freshbooks: Online invoicing made easy.
Hover: Show the world what you’re passionate about with 10% off your first purchase
Timing: The automatic time tracking app for macOS. Use this link to get 10% off.
Links and Show Notes: Support Cortex with a Relay FM Membership Discuss this episode on Reddit Why Die? - CGP Grey - YouTube 24 Hours of Death, Part 1 - CGP Grey - YouTube (unofficial) Cortex Animated: Epi 58 - YouTube Hm Boutet - YouTube (Unofficial) Cortex Animated: Epi 1+2 - YouTube PodCon: December 9-10 2017 - Seattle, Washington Myke's Schedule at PodCon Amazon.com: The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People - Wikipedia Cortex #21: The E-Myth Revisited - Relay FM The Time Management Matrix
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1h 49min
October 10, 201758: The Opportunity of a Chair
Grey moves office again, Myke wants to play a new farming game, and they both answer your #askcortex questions.
This episode of Cortex is sponsored by:
Casper: Because everyone deserves a great night sleep. Get $50 off with the code ‘CORTEX’
Squarespace: Make your next move. Enter offer code CORTEX at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase.
Blue Apron: A better way to cook. Get 3 meals free with your first purchase, and free shipping!
Links and Show Notes: Support Cortex with a Relay FM Membership Discuss this episode on Reddit Samsung plans to sell a Galaxy Note with a foldable screen in 2018 | Technology | The Guardian WatchDots - Customize your Apple Watch Derek Jeter's office has two iPads and a lot of hand sanitzer. I have questions. - SBNation.com @cgpgrey: "Multi-pad lifestyle with room to expand." Derek Jeter - Wikipedia Cortex #32: Dropping Acid - Relay FM Stardew Valley for Nintendo Switch - Nintendo Game Details The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People: Stephen R. Covey - Amazon Things 3 The Best Fidget Spinners: Wirecutter Reviews HeroQuest ANIMAL CROSSING: NEW LEAF (Zero Punctuation) - YouTube
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1h 32min
September 26, 201757: Bucketful of Internet
Myke is waiting for a delivery, Grey evangelizes napping, and they both have thoughts about the iPhone X.
This episode of Cortex is sponsored by:
Eero: Never think about WiFi again. Use code CORTEX for free overnight shipping.
Hover: Show the world what you’re passionate about with 10% off your first purchase
Backblaze: Unlimited cloud backup for Macs and PCs for just $5/month
Links and Show Notes: Support Cortex with a Relay FM Membership Discuss this episode on Reddit Upgrade - Relay FM
Myke's Technology Podcast with Jason Snell
Connected - Relay FM
Myke's Technology Podcast with Federico Viticci and Stephen Hackett.
Q&A With Grey: Meme Edition - YouTube CGP Grey - Wikipedia iOS 11: The MacStories Review Myke's Audiobook of The MacStories iOS 11 Review iPhone 8 - Apple iPhone X - Apple
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1h 38min
September 12, 201756: Castles Made of Sand
Myke is very tired, Grey has many frustrations, and they both need to assess how iOS 11 will change their iPad Homescreens.
This episode of Cortex is sponsored by:
Casper: Because everyone deserves a great night sleep. Get $50 off with the code ‘CORTEX’
Blue Apron: A better way to cook. Get three meals free with your first purchase, and free shipping.
Squarespace: Make your next move. Enter offer code CORTEX at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase.
Links and Show Notes:
Please consider becoming a Relay FM member to support this show
Support Cortex with a Relay FM Membership Discuss this episode on Reddit The 'Sleep or No Sleep?' Survey iOS 11 Preview - Apple Grey's 10.5-inch iPad Pro Homescreen Grey's 12.9-inch iPad Pro Homescreen Grey's iPhone Homescreen Myke's 10.5-inch iPad Pro Homescreen Myke's 12.9-inch iPad Pro Homescreen Myke's iPhone Homescreen V for Wikipedia · iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch Workflow — Powerful automation made simple. Anki - powerful, intelligent flashcards Due: The Superfast Reminder App for iPhone & iPad 2Do Todoist Every Default macOS Wallpaper – in Glorious 5K Resolution – 512 Pixels Membership - Relay FM BLACK wallpaper series by Jean-Marc Denis Skype number | Skype The 'Wisdom of the Crowd' Reddit Comment Wisdom of the crowd - Wikipedia Spooky Manor Video Trailer - CGPGrey2 - Youtube
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1h 26min
August 22, 201755: Go for the Big Elephant
Grey has made a grown up acquisition, Myke is having a laundry situation, and they both discuss working effectively in different locations.
This episode of Cortex is sponsored by:
Casper: Because everyone deserves a great night sleep. Get $50 off with the code ‘CORTEX’
Blue Apron: A better way to cook. Get three meals free with your first purchase, and free shipping.
Squarespace: Make your next move. Enter offer code CORTEX at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase.
Links and Show Notes:
Become a Relay FM member to support this show. You'll then get access to our special bonus episode – Spooky Manor
Support Cortex with a Relay FM Membership Discuss this episode on Reddit! Myke's Laundry Delivery The Pen Addict - Relay FM Myke's Completed Kickstarter Campaign for The Pen Addict Live Shows 512 Pixels - YouTube
Stephen Hackett's Youtube Channel
The iMac G3 Project – 512 Pixels A New Home for the iMacs – 512 Pixels "Designed by Apple in California" Book With Actual Products - 512 Pixels - YouTube Release Notes Conference 2017 PodCon - Featured Guests CGP Play - YouTube Campo Santo - Firewatch Mario Kart 8 Deluxe The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild Sonic Mania for Nintendo Switch - Nintendo Game Details Super Mario Odyssey for Nintendo Switch - Nintendo Game Details Stardew Valley
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1h 23min
August 01, 201754: An Episode Out of Time 3: Time Strikes Back
Grey thinks the end is nigh, Myke is making preperations, and they both review Homescreens from the past.
This episode of Cortex is sponsored by:
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Links and Show Notes:
Support Cortex with a Relay FM Membership Discuss this episode on Reddit The Fast and the Furious - Wikipedia Cortex #8: An Episode Out Of Time - Relay FM Cortex #35: An Episode Out of Time 2: Out of Timer - Relay FM Myke's 2011 Homescreen Scott Pilgrim vs. the World - Wikipedia Pouch: Backpack on the iPhone & iPad | Coffeeshopped Myke's 2012 Homescreen Agenda - Thanks for your support Scott Pilgrim - Wikipedia Simplenote Grey's 2013 Homescreen Fantastical Remember The Milk Microsoft redesigned OneNote’s interface to be more consistent across devices - The Verge Due: The Superfast Reminder App for iPhone & iPad Contrast | Launch Center Pro Follow Myke on Twitter! 72 Hours in Las Vegas - CGP Grey - YouTube PCalc - The Best Calculator on the App Store All of PCalc’s icons narwhal for reddit on the App Store Overcast: Podcast Player on the App Store TitleCase - Text Conversion Solutions
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1h 16min
July 18, 201753: Worst Business Decision Ever
Myke is getting ready for a big trip, Grey recorded a Vlog, and they both give some thoughts on the updated #MultiPadLifestyle.
This episode of Cortex is sponsored by:
Casper: Diver deeper into the science behind the perfect mattress. Get $50 off with the code ‘CORTEX’
Blue Apron: A better way to cook. Get three meals free with your first purchase, and free shipping.
Squarespace: Make your next move. Enter offer code CORTEX at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase.
Links and Show Notes: Support Cortex with a Relay FM Membership Discuss this episode on Reddit! 72 Hours in Las Vegas - CGP Grey - YouTube CGPGrey2 - YouTube 7 Ways to Maximize Misery 😞 - CGP Grey - YouTube Osmo Mobile MY WWDC DIARY - Myke Hurley - YouTube Cortex #23: Business Monk - Relay FM
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1h 39min

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How many episodes does Cortex have?

The podcast currently has 172 episodes available.

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