Mac Power Users

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Mac Power Users episodes

August 30864: Marked Safe from Buying M5 Ultra
Apple announced a brand new M6 chip, their first with 2nm process, plus upgraded Mac Studio. Does David regret his recent MacBook Pro purchase? Then we launch into listener feedback, Stephen's second new app, Raycast v2, and more.
This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by:
Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code MPU.
1Password: Never forget a password again.
Links and Show Notes:
Sign up for the MPU email newsletter and join the MPU forums. You can watch the podcast over on YouTube.
Credits
The Mac Power Users
Stephen Robles
David Sparks
The Editor
Jim Metzendorf
The Fixer
Kerry Provanzano
More Power Users: Ad-free episodes with regular bonus segments Submit Feedback David's Robot Assistant Field Guide Stephen's Shortcuts Community Stash App: Fast Add to Clipboard The Case for a Personal Apple Developer Tier - MacSparky Polishing Cloth - Apple Apple introduces M6 and M5 Ultra Bunch Moom · Many Tricks Analog Kits – Ugmonk Capture Kan Do: Task App Wispr Flow Paperman SofaBaton X2 Universal Remote Eve Weather 3D - Analogue Home Assistant Readwise Reader Eve Motion
1 hr 16 min
August 23863: 20 Years of Things with Werner Jainek
Werner Jainek of Cultured Code on nearly 20 years of Things: implementing Siri AI, building a custom sync engine, and staying independent and unfunded since 2007.
This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by:
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1Password: Never forget a password again.
Guest Starring:
Werner Jainek
Links and Show Notes: Credits
The Mac Power Users
Stephen Robles
David Sparks
The Editor
Jim Metzendorf
The Fixer
Kerry Provanzano
More Power Users: Ad-free episodes with regular bonus segments Submit Feedback Things Cultured Code MindNode OmniGraffle Ulysses Little Snitch Monument Valley 3 Getting Things Done, David Allen iGTD and Bartek Bargiel (Cultured Code's 2009 announcement) Quicksilver Creativity, Inc., Ed Catmull with Amy Wallace MPU 862: Alfred vs Spotlight vs Raycast TickTick The Witness Alto's Odyssey Threes Zooom/2 (discontinued; MacStories review as the archival reference) Tailscale Screens Kan Do, Stephen Robles App Intents documentation Bill Atkinson HyperCard Christopher Lawley's Website
1 hr 20 min
August 16862: Mac Launcher Showdown
We put Spotlight, Raycast, and Alfred head-to-head to find the best launcher on Mac!
This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by:
Ecamm: Powerful live streaming platform for Mac.
Backblaze: Unlimited, easy data protection. Try it for free today and get 20% off with code mpu20
1Password: Never forget a password again.
Links and Show Notes:
Take the MPU Survey
Sign up for the MPU email newsletter and join the MPU forums. You can watch the podcast over on YouTube.
Credits
The Mac Power Users
Stephen Robles
David Sparks
The Editor
Jim Metzendorf
The Fixer
Kerry Provanzano
More Power Users: Ad-free episodes with regular bonus segments Submit Feedback Sparky's Alfred Field Guide
Use promo code: MPUALFRED
Alfred - Productivity App for macOS Stephen's Full Raycast Setup
YouTube Video
Raycast - Your shortcut to everything Pastebot 3 for Mac Projects | ThoughtAsylum Alfred Workflow Screen Gnome — Quickly Share GIFs on Your Mac TextExpander: #1 Text Replacement & Keyboard Shortcut App Drafts | Where Text Starts Moom · Many Tricks What's New in Raycast for Mac v2 | Raycast Manual A Technical Deep Dive Into the New Raycast - Raycast Blog LaunchBar 6
1 hr 16 min
August 09861: Stephen Builds a New Task App
In search of the perfect kanban-style project management app, Stephen couldn't find what he was looking for. So, he built his own! We discuss the current landscape of tasks apps, where Kan Do differs, and how it was built.
This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by:
NetSuite: The leading integrated cloud business software suite. Try NetSuite Next for free.
Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code MPU.
1Password: Never forget a password again.
Links and Show Notes:
Take the MPU Survey
Sign up for the MPU email newsletter and join the MPU forums. You can watch the podcast over on YouTube.
Credits
The Mac Power Users
Stephen Robles
David Sparks
The Editor
Jim Metzendorf
The Fixer
Kerry Provanzano
More Power Users: Ad-free episodes with regular bonus segments Submit Feedback Kan Do App
Available on Mac, iPhone, iPad, and  Vision Pro
Stephen's Video on Kan Do YoLink Smart Water Leak Protection System Kit EcoNet Controls Bulldog Matter WiFi Valve Robot Kit with 3 Leak Sensors Analog Daily Focus Kit (Walnut) – Ugmonk Field Notes | Lucky Kan Do App Screenshot Reminders Columns Screenshot Move Reminders to Column Shortcut
Requires the app "Actions" to run. Once run, go to a Shortcut, add any action, tap it, and then tap paste to show this hidden action.
Actions App for Shortcuts
1 hr 13 min
August 02860: The Friday Incident with Merlin Mann
Merlin Mann returns to Mac Power Users 16 years after being our very first guest to break down the AI system he's built — Codex, "triangulation," 31 cross-indexed data sources, and the infamous "Friday Incident."
This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by:
Ecamm: Powerful live streaming platform for Mac.
Backblaze: Unlimited, easy data protection. Try it for free today and get 20% off with code mpu20
1Password: Never forget a password again.
Guest Starring:
Merlin Mann
Links and Show Notes:
Sign up for the MPU email newsletter and join the MPU forums. You can watch the podcast over on YouTube.
Credits
The Mac Power Users
Stephen Robles
David Sparks
The Editor
Jim Metzendorf
The Fixer
Kerry Provanzano
More Power Users: Ad-free episodes with regular bonus segments Submit Feedback Mac Power Users #23: Workflows with Merlin Mann Merlin on Movies on the Side Pastebot 3 is Out Merlin's Triangulation Example Merlin's AI Language Usage Document Infuse - Video Player for Apple TV, iPhone, iPad, Mac & Vision Relax with Coax Typora — simple yet powerful Markdown reader wisdom/wisdom.md at master · merlinmann/wisdom This Conversation Will Change How You Think About Trauma — The Ezra Klein Show The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma The Other Side of Sadness: What the New Science of Bereavement Tells Us About Life After Loss When Breath Becomes Air No Death, No Fear: Comforting Wisdom for Life
1 hr 31 min
July 26859: Tangential Gadgets
David and Stephen turn the show on themselves: bags, chargers, MagSafe batteries, and fitness trackers. No tangential gadget is left behind.
This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by:
Ecamm: Powerful live streaming platform for Mac.
Decagon: The AI concierge for every customer. Get a personalized demo.
Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code MPU.
Links and Show Notes: Credits
The Mac Power Users
Stephen Robles
David Sparks
The Editor
Jim Metzendorf
The Fixer
Kerry Provanzano
More Power Users: Ad-free episodes with regular bonus segments Submit Feedback MPU on YouTube Tech Folio Laptop Backpack | USA Made | WaterField Designs Shinjuku Laptop Messenger Bag | USA Made | WaterField Designs Anker USB-C Hub Adapter (7-in-1) MOFT Dynamic Folio Case for iPad Pro 11-inch Anker USB-C Hub with Ethernet (8-in-1) Chipolo CARD Tracking Card Pro - Stellar Orange MOFT MagSafe Wallet Stand ESR Geo MagSafe Wallet Elevation Lab AirTag 10-Year Battery Compact Satechi FindAll Smart Glasses Case Anker Nano Charging Station ARK Uno Solid Wood MagSafe Stand Belkin MagSafe Charger 3-in-1 Charging Station KU XIU Qi2.2 Magnetic Wireless Charger Statik MagStack Pro USB-C Cable Anker 140W 4-Port GaN MacBook Charger Anker MagGo 3-in-1 MagSafe Charging Station $3,000 Kaleidescape Movie Box - YouTube UniFi Travel Router Jackery Solar Generator 300 Jackery SolarSaga 100W Solar Panel Trackables – Health Tracker App Outlet Shelf Wall Holder Denon AVR-S970H AV Receiver elago R5 Locator Case X2 Sofabaton Universal Remote Strato E Movie Player Lamicall MagSafe Tripod Stand Nillkin MagSafe Wall Mount Shower Phone Holder cobcobb Magnetic AirPods Strap UGREEN Magnetic Wireless USB-C to HDMI Adapter Here's the problem with Meta Glasses - YouTube Plaud.ai Spigen MagSafe Wallet Pouch Organizer TRMNL | ePaper dashboard to stay focused The Task Knife | Grovemade Leatherman ARC Multi-tool SnapFresh Cordless Electric Scissors Freewrite Signature Edition reMarkable Paper Tablet Why I'm (sort of) not worried about AI - YouTube Analogue 3D Roller Pro Carry-On | Peak Design Tech Pouch | Peak Design
1 hr 27 min
July 19858: Making Educational Videos for 17 Years with Ian Byrd
Teacher of teachers Ian Byrd returns to share how he's created thousands of videos using an unlikely stack: Keynote for visuals, Descript for editing, and iPad Pro for using AI remotely.
This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by:
Ecamm: Powerful live streaming platform for Mac.
1Password: Never forget a password again.
Guest Starring:
Ian Byrd
Links and Show Notes:
Sign up for the MPU email newsletter and join the MPU forums. You can watch the podcast over on YouTube.
Credits
The Mac Power Users
Stephen Robles
David Sparks
The Editor
Jim Metzendorf
The Fixer
Kerry Provanzano
More Power Users: Ad-free episodes with regular bonus segments Submit Feedback Ian Byrd's Website Wistia The E-Myth Revisited Tailscale Remotion Eve Dimmer Switch Linode Switchbot Bot Rechargeable Lutron Caseta Smart Fan Speed Control Switch SwitchBot Hub 2 Trickster Alfred Blink Shell Ghostty 8BitDo Micro Bluetooth Gamepad Hollyland Lark M2S Wireless Microphone Monologue BetterTouchTool Manta Sleep Mask Sound
1 hr 19 min
July 12857: Sparmerica
A stacked feedback mailbag: Siri AI's per-device indexing, a Gmail-to-Siri trick, iOS 27's Extend and Reframe photo tools, subscription fatigue, Wispr Flow dictation, and an automated email robot that resolves Circle support tickets on its own.
This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by:
NetSuite: The leading integrated cloud business software suite. Try NetSuite Next for free.
Decagon: The AI concierge for every customer. Get a personalized demo.
Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code MPU.
Links and Show Notes: Credits
The Mac Power Users
Stephen Robles
David Sparks
The Editor
Jim Metzendorf
The Fixer
Kerry Provanzano
More Power Users: Ad-free episodes with regular bonus segments Submit Feedback Apple Intelligence Home Features Require 2TB iCloud+ Plan in iOS 27 - MacRumors Maps to Uber Shortcut David and Daisy Photo - Original David and Daisy Photo - Extended Meta Glasses Photo Upcoming Movies to Reminders Shortcut Multi Stop Directions from Events Shortcut Plan Multi Stop Route Shortcut Find Dominant Color Shortcut Life Progress Wallpaper with Charty Alfred Remote for iOS - Command Centre for Your Mac Doctor Drafts Flighty Pricing (2026) Lightsaber Wall
This is what happens when a nerd gets a few nickels in his pocket.
MetaGrid Pro, iPad Control Surface for Mac and Windows Apps Wispr Flow | Effortless Voice Dictation Charty 2.0 – Create charts from Shortcuts You’re not ready for these iPhone Shortcuts - YouTube Introducing Circle Eclipse Black Meta Fury AI Glasses - Brown Gradient Lenses | Meta Store | Meta CalDigit TS5 Plus Thunderbolt 5 Dock Schlage Sense Pro™ Smart Deadbolt Aqara Smart Lock U400 choclift Raycast Keyboard Maestro Monarch Money Alfred Pixelmator Pro Drafts Superwhisper Day One The Movie Database (TMDB) Uber Four Thousand Weeks CalDigit Element Hub Maestral Sparky's Lightsaber Holder Dropbox LM Studio Claude / Claude Cowork ChatGPT Google Gemini Perplexity Dithering MacStories MPU Talk forums relay.fm/mpu MPU 856 — Siri AI and the Beta Features Sara Dietschy Merlin Mann
1 hr 37 min
July 05856: iOS 27 Beta Features and Siri AI
David bought his MacBook Pro at the perfect time, then we discuss Siri AI, iOS 27 beta, and the cultural reception of AI.
This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by:
1Password: Never forget a password again.
Links and Show Notes:
Sign up for the MPU email newsletter and join the MPU forums. You can watch the podcast over on YouTube.
Credits
The Mac Power Users
Stephen Robles
David Sparks
The Editor
Jim Metzendorf
The Fixer
Kerry Provanzano
More Power Users: Ad-free episodes with regular bonus segments Submit Feedback Safari Describe Extensions macOS 27 - YouTube
1 hr 2 min
June 28855: Federico Viticci Reverse Engineered Shortcuts
Federico Viticci breaks down iOS 27's Shortcuts updates: Describe a Shortcut, Else If, new automation triggers, and built-in data storage. Plus his coder era, Shortcuts Playground 2.0, and training a local model to build shortcuts.
This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by:
Workbrew: Deliver the software your team needs securely and at scale.
Daylite: The only made-for-mac CRM solution. Start your free trial today.
Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code MPU.
Guest Starring:
Federico Viticci
Links and Show Notes: Credits
The Mac Power Users
Stephen Robles
David Sparks
The Editor
Jim Metzendorf
The Fixer
Kerry Provanzano
More Power Users: Ad-free episodes with regular bonus segments Submit Feedback WWDC 2026: Between Seasons - MacStories Shortcuts Playground — Describe it. Build it. Run it. Federico Viticci on Mastodon Monologue | Effortless voice dictation so you can work 3x faster Mole for Mac — Free All-in-One Cleaner & Monitor | MacTools CleanShot X for Mac Raycast - Your shortcut to everything Termius - Modern SSH Client ‎Denim - Playlist Cover Maker App - App Store Shortcuts Playground (Viticci/MacStories) MacStories "Introducing Shortcuts Playground" Data Jar (Simon B. Støvring) Apple Frames (MacStories shortcut) Alfred CleanMyMac LM Studio DEVONthink Notion Todoist Things (Cultured Code) OmniFocus (Omni Group) Obsidian iA Writer Lettera (Shiny Frog / Bear team) Bear PushCut Plex Tailscale Screens (Edovia) Downie (Charlie Monroe) Transloader (Eternal Storms) Hazel (Noodlesoft) Carbon Copy Cloner (Bombich) Backblaze Codex (OpenAI) Claude Code Apple MLX
1 hr 15 min

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Learn about getting the most from your Apple technology with focused topics and workflow guests. Creating Mac Power Users since 2009, one conversation at a time. Hosted by David Sparks and Stephen…