”Pilot Pete” Harmon, Patrice Brend’Amour, and Chuck Joiner kick off the first part of MacVoices 2024 Holiday Gift Guide #4  with a wide range of picks, from expensive to stocking stuffers, books to audio, and more. (Part 1) 

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Patrice Brend’amour’s Picks:

The Convergence Series by Craig Alanson (Audio recommended)
https://amzn.to/3ZwUUAe

Philips Hue Ensis Pendant Light
https://www.philips-hue.com/en-us/p/hue-white-and-color-ambiance-ensis-pendant-light/046677588366

Pete Harmon’s Picks:

Aluratek Wireless Adapter for Apple CarPlay
https://aluratek.com/collections/wireless-apple-carplay-android-auto/products/wireless-car-adapter-for-carplay

Hey Dude Men's Wally Sox | Men’s Shoes | Men's Lace Up Loafers
https://amzn.to/3ZAvWQK

HeyDude.com

Chuck Joiner’s Picks:

Gator Frameworks Desktop Clamp-On Studio Monitor and Speaker Stand - Set of 2
https://amzn.to/3BdY5DF

Pyle Speaker Stand Pair of Sound Play 1 and 3 Holder - Telescoping Height Adjustable from 26” - 52” Inch High Heavy Duty Three-point Triangle Base w/ Floor Spikes and 9” Square Platform
https://amzn.to/3CP9udt

Kasa Smart Plug Mini 15A, Apple HomeKit Supported, Smart Outlet Works with Siri, Alexa & Google Home
https://amzn.to/3BmKUQK

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Patrice Brend’amour is the creator, advocate and Product Manager of a global healthcare software initiative, which is not only pushing the industry to provide user-centered solutions using the latest advances in UX and technology, but also advancing the sharing of medical information between healthcare providers across the world. She is also an avid podcaster, mainly in the technology space, as well as a maintainer and contributor to a number of open source projects. Everything she does can be linked to from The Patrice, You can follow her on Twitter, and engage with her on the podcast, Foodie Flashback.

“Pilot Pete” Harmon is a professional avaitor, co-host of MacGeek Gab and co-host of So There I Was. He can be reached on X as @PilotPete.

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This two-part Vision Pro Focus looks at more of the first things you should do with your new Apple Vision Pro. Some highlights of the discussion with Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, and Chuck Joiner include an immersive meditation app, virtual travel using the AVP, and some favorite games. Video editing options, a “social virtual card game” and immersive sports content round out the list. 

Chapters:

00:03 Introduction to Apple Vision Pro
03:25 Immersive Travel with Spatial Station
09:03 Work vs. Play: Apps Discussion
10:01 Gaming Experience: Beat Punch
17:39 Social Card Games with Omnicards
26:07 Exploring the Photos App
31:42 Closing Thoughts and Future Prospects

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Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him on Twitter, by email at [email protected], on Mastodon at @[email protected], on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast.

Dr. Marty Jencius has been an Associate Professor of Counseling at Kent State University since 2000. He has over 120 publications in books, chapters, journal articles, and others, along with 200 podcasts related to counseling, counselor education, and faculty life. His technology interest led him to develop the counseling profession ‘firsts,’ including listservs, a web-based peer-reviewed journal, The Journal of Technology in Counseling, teaching and conferencing in virtual worlds as the founder of Counselor Education in Second Life, and podcast founder/producer of CounselorAudioSource.net and ThePodTalk.net. Currently, he produces a podcast about counseling and life questions, the Circular Firing Squad, and digital video interviews with legacies capturing the history of the counseling field. This is also co-host of The Vision ProFiles podcast. Generally, Marty is chasing the newest tech trends, which explains his interest in A.I. for teaching, research, and productivity. Marty is an active presenter and past president of the NorthEast Ohio Apple Corp (NEOAC).

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This episode of Vision Pro Focus, our project in conjunction with Vision Pro Files, features a discussion of "The First 10 Things You Should Do With Your Apple Vision Pro.” Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, and MacVoices host Chuck Joiner start off with some of the basics and why they are so influential to future AVP experiences both recreational and productive. Then we dig into some of those options in both categories that should among your first explorations. (Part 1) 

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0:05 Introduction to Vision Pro Focus
1:40 Setting Up Your Vision Pro
14:09 Getting Ready for Immersive Experiences
14:49 Immersive Video Adventures
18:13 The Power of a Secure Display
24:23 Exploring Social Interactions in Space
33:56 Conclusion and Next Steps

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Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him on Twitter, by email at [email protected], on Mastodon at @[email protected], on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast.

Dr. Marty Jencius has been an Associate Professor of Counseling at Kent State University since 2000. He has over 120 publications in books, chapters, journal articles, and others, along with 200 podcasts related to counseling, counselor education, and faculty life. His technology interest led him to develop the counseling profession ‘firsts,’ including listservs, a web-based peer-reviewed journal, The Journal of Technology in Counseling, teaching and conferencing in virtual worlds as the founder of Counselor Education in Second Life, and podcast founder/producer of CounselorAudioSource.net and ThePodTalk.net. Currently, he produces a podcast about counseling and life questions, the Circular Firing Squad, and digital video interviews with legacies capturing the history of the counseling field. This is also co-host of The Vision ProFiles podcast. Generally, Marty is chasing the newest tech trends, which explains his interest in A.I. for teaching, research, and productivity. Marty is an active presenter and past president of the NorthEast Ohio Apple Corp (NEOAC).

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The November 2024 MacVoices Update arrives a day late due to the holidays, and covers a variety of topics. Chuck talks about a new feature being tried out on the MacVoices web site, the many different ways to access the annual MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide picks, and an explanation of some schedule juggling. We wrap with a reminder about MacVoices Magazine, the Support Report, and why we structure the name recognition of our Patrons the way we do. 

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https://macvoices.com/news/macvoices-holiday-gift-guide-2024/

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The second half of the 2024 MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide #3 got a little crazy as  Rosemary Orchard and Jeff Gamet took off on a side discussion about various options for one of Jeff’s picks, while David Ginsburg and Chuck Joiner stuck with the regular format. All told, a good time was had with a whole both laughs and great gift picks. (Part 2) 

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Rosemary Orchard’s Picks:

ULANZI TC001 Smart Pixel Clock - Social Media Counter - Digital Alarm Clock with Weather - Awtrix Simulator - Retro Pixel Art Scoreboard Pomodoro Clock Bedside Gaming Room & Office Decor

Blueforcer

SONOFF Zigbee Smart USB Outlet, 5-22V DC Outlet Timer Smart Switch

SONOFF Micro 5V USB Smart WiFi Adaptor

Mous for iPhone 16 Case MagSafe Compatible

David Ginsburg’s Picks:

SUPERDANNY LED Desk Lamp for Office Home, Eye-Caring Desk Light with Adjustable Gooseneck, 12W Touch Control Dimmable Brightness, Architect Clamp Lamp

OWC 1TB Envoy Single Ultra Portable Aluminum Bus Powered 10G/s USB-C Thunderbolt Compatible External NVMe SSD Drive

OWC Express 1M2 Portable NVMe Thunderbolt (USB-C) SSD USB4 Ultra Fast External SSD Drive with Aluminum Heat Sink Enclosure (Enclosure Only)

Jeff Gamet’s Picks:

Audioengine A2 Bluetooth Speakers

Audioengine S6 210W Compact Powered Mini Subwoofer

Audioengine D1 32-bit Desktop DAC and Headphone Amp, Preamp

LEGO Icons Succulents Artificial Plant Set

PILOT Metropolitan Collection Fountain Pen, Black Barrel, Classic Design, Fine Nib, Black Ink

PILOT Kakuno Fountain Pen, Clear Barrel, Fine Nib

Keychron C2 104 Keys Full Size Wired Mechanical Keyboard

Pilot Multi-Pen Body, Hi-Tec-C Coleto 500

Pilot, G2 Premium Gel Roller Pens, G2 Boost Pink Pack, The Colors of Optimism, 8 Pack Pouch, Fine Point 0.7 mm

BIGiDESIGN Ti Arto EDC Titanium Pen - Machined Raw

Platinum Fountain Pen, Preppy, Fine Nib, Pink

TWSBI ECO Fountain Pen Black

PILOT Iroshizuku Bottled Fountain Pen Ink, Take-Sumi

PILOT Iroshizuku Bottled Fountain Pen Ink, Momiji, Autumn Leaves (Red) 50ml Bottle

Diamine Inkvent Calendar and 24 Inks

Blue Pilot G2 Gel Ink Refill for Rolling Ball Pens, Bold Point 24 REFILLS

Chuck Joiner’s Picks:

OWC 5 Port Thunderbolt Hub

Under Desk Cable Management Tray

Magnetic Torpedo Level, Spirit Level 3 Bubble Level Torpedo Magnetic Level Bubble Measuring Tool (6 inch)

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Jeff Gamet is a technology blogger, podcaster, author, and public speaker. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s Managing Editor, and the TextExpander Evangelist for Smile. He has presented at Macworld Expo, RSA Conference, several WordCamp events, along with many other conferences. You can find him on several podcasts such as The Mac Show, The Big Show, MacVoices, Mac OS Ken, This Week in iOS, and more. Jeff is easy to find on social media as @jgamet on Twitter and Instagram, jeffgamet on LinkedIn., @[email protected] on Mastodon, and on his YouTube Channel at YouTube.com/jgamet.

David Ginsburg is the host of the weekly podcast In Touch With iOS where he discusses all things iOS, iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Watch, and related technologies. He is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users. Visit his YouTube channel at https://youtube.com/daveg65 and find and follow him on Twitter @daveg65 and on Mastodon at @[email protected].

Rosemary Orchard is a nerd, automator, and chocaholic. When she’s not making Shortcuts or podcasting about them, you’ll frequently find her discussing her love of iPads and other Apple technology on RosemaryOrchard.com, Automators, Nested Folders, The Sweet Setup, and ScreenCastsOnline. She is runs WhenWorks to help you schedule appointments more efficiently. Originally from the UK she now calls Vienna, Austria, home…until she returns to the U.K. Follow her on Twitter. 

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Our third 2024 MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide features picks from Rosemary Orchard, Jeff Gamet, David Ginsburg, and Chuck Joiner. Some unusual non-tech picks are included, as well as several practical items that everyone should consider. (Part 1)

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Rosemary Orchard’s Picks:

Belkin SoundForm Connect AirPlay 2 Adapter & Airplay 2 Receiver - Wireless Streaming for Apple Devices to Bluetooth Speakers - Optical & 3.5mm Speaker Inputs
https://amzn.to/491LzDT

Anker USB C Cable, 4 ft 2-in-1 USB C to USB C Cable 140W Max, Fast Charging for iPhone 16 Series, MacBook, iPad, and More
https://amzn.to/3ZkDBSO

David Ginsburg’s Picks:

3 in 1 Charging Station for iPhone 16/15/14/13/12 Series, Travel Charger for Multiple Devices
https://amzn.to/4921i5L

Elgato Stream Deck +, Audio Mixer, Production Console and Studio Controller
https://amzn.to/4g32tUN

Jeff Gamet’s Picks:

ExcelMark Personalized Book Embosser
https://amzn.to/3ZkG8MR

SketchBox
https://getsketchbox.com/

Chuck Joiner’s Picks:

Audioengine A5+ Wireless Bluetooth Bookshelf Speakers
https://amzn.to/4fJmSym

Philips Hue Bloom White and Color Ambiance Smart Lamp, Works with Amazon Alexa, Apple Homekit and Google Assistant
https://amzn.to/416DknV

Guests:

Jeff Gamet is a technology blogger, podcaster, author, and public speaker. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s Managing Editor, and the TextExpander Evangelist for Smile. He has presented at Macworld Expo, RSA Conference, several WordCamp events, along with many other conferences. You can find him on several podcasts such as The Mac Show, The Big Show, MacVoices, Mac OS Ken, This Week in iOS, and more. Jeff is easy to find on social media as @jgamet on Twitter and Instagram, jeffgamet on LinkedIn., @[email protected] on Mastodon, and on his YouTube Channel at YouTube.com/jgamet.

David Ginsburg is the host of the weekly podcast In Touch With iOS where he discusses all things iOS, iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Watch, and related technologies. He is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users. Visit his YouTube channel at https://youtube.com/daveg65 and find and follow him on Twitter @daveg65 and on Mastodon at @[email protected].

Rosemary Orchard is a nerd, automator, and chocaholic. When she’s not making Shortcuts or podcasting about them, you’ll frequently find her discussing her love of iPads and other Apple technology on RosemaryOrchard.com, Automators, Nested Folders, The Sweet Setup, and ScreenCastsOnline. She is runs WhenWorks to help you schedule appointments more efficiently. Originally from the UK she now calls Vienna, Austria, home…until she returns to the U.K. Follow her on Twitter. 

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Mark Fuccio, Wally Cherwinski, and host Chuck Joiner finish off the second part of MacVoices 2024 Holiday Gift Guide with small picks, big picks, iPhone picks, audio picks, and more. (Part 2) 

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Mark Fuccio’s Picks:

Victorinox Swiss Army Multi-Tool, Tinker Pocket Knife

The Deep View

Wally Cherwinski’s Picks:

Yatchen Emily in Paris Phone Case for iPhone 16 Pro Max Cute 3D Vintage Camera Phone Case with Lanyard Adjustable Shoulder Strap

elago iPhone cases

Ringke Hand Strap [Phone Wrist Strap] Designed for Camera Strap and Phone Strap

Chuck Joiner’s Picks:

JBL Flip 6 - Portable Bluetooth Speaker, powerful sound and deep bass, IPX7 waterproof, 12 hours of playtime, JBL PartyBoost for multiple speaker pairing

XANAD Hard Case Compatible with JBL FLIP 6 or FLIP 5 or FLIP 4 or FLIP Essential or Sono Roam 2/1

ESR for MagSafe Car Mount Charger (HaloLock), 15W Magnetic Wireless Car Charger, for MagSafe Car Charger, Air Vent Phone Holder for iPhone

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MacVoices 2024 Holiday Gift Guide #2 features picks and commentary by Mark Fuccio, Wally Cherwinski, and host Chuck Joiner. Some obvious picks, some surprises, and all great ideas. (Part 1)

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Mark Fuccio’s Picks:

M4 Mac mini
https://amzn.to/4fyOp5A

GardePro E6 Trail Camera WiFi 48MP 1296P Game Camera with No Glow Night Vision
https://amzn.to/40YragK

Amazon Basics AAA Alkaline High-Performance Batteries, 1.5 Volt, 10-Year Shelf Life, 100 count
https://amzn.to/3Z0PcoL

Wally Cherwinski’s Picks:

INIU for Magsafe Portable Charger, Small 10000mAh 20W PD Magnetic Power Bank, USB C in&Out Wireless Battery Pack Phone Charger
https://amzn.to/3UZiMd1

JETech Case with Screen Protector for Apple Watch
https://amzn.to/3AQmDT9

Chuck Joiner’s Picks:

Shure MV7+ Dynamic Microphone
https://amzn.to/4fXVtsn

Insta360 Link 2 - PTZ 4K Webcam for PC/Mac, 1/2" Sensor, AI Tracking, HDR, AI Noise-Canceling Mic
https://amzn.to/3CTM6eM

JBL Flip 6 - Portable Bluetooth Speaker, powerful sound and deep bass, IPX7 waterproof, 12 hours of playtime, JBL PartyBoost for multiple speaker pairing
https://amzn.to/413msP4

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Wally Cherwinski is a Videographer based in Ottawa, Canada. Originally trained as a scientist, he spent a portion of his career in research and teaching at the University of Cambridge, England while doubling as a freelance photographer and writer. Later, he joined Canada's National Research Council and spent many years managing communications for the Canadian Space Program.

Mark Fuccio is actively involved in high tech startup companies, both as a principle at piqsure.com, or as a marketing advisor through his consulting practice Tactics Sells High Tech, Inc. Mark was a proud investor in Microsoft from the mid-1990's selling in mid 2000, and hopes one day that MSFT will be again an attractive investment. You can contact Mark through Twitter, LinkedIn, or on Mastodon.

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Chuck Joiner, Dave Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Marty Jencius, Mark Fuccio, Web Bixby, Jim Rea, and Eric Bolden wrap up a MacVoices Live! discussion by looking at GM going all-in against CarPlay in favor of their own vehicle information/entertainment system and claiming the will achieve better integration. The conversation transitioned to a broader look at vehicle operating systems, as well as some of the fines that are being levied by other countries, whether they fit the offense, and if there was an offense at all. 

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Chapters:

00:10 Introduction to Mac Voices
03:59 GM's CarPlay Controversy
10:05 Understanding Android Automotive
14:26 Tesla's Infotainment Debate
22:37 The Future of CarPlay Add-Ons
24:10 Tech Companies Facing Colossal Fines
31:12 Wrap-Up and Goodbye

Links:

GM really wants you to believe you're better off without CarPlay - 9to5Mac
https://9to5mac.com/2024/11/04/gm-carplay-software-decisions/

Nvidia will replace Intel on the Dow Jones Industrial Average in historic changing of the guard in chip sector
https://fortune.com/2024/11/01/nvidia-stock-nvda-intel-intc-dow-jones-industrial-average-ai-chips/

Meta slapped with a $15 million fine by South Korea. Here’s why
https://www.fastcompany.com/91222990/meta-slapped-15-million-fine-south-korea-heres-why

A Russian court hit Google with a fine larger than the world's GDP, stretching credulity
https://www.businessinsider.com/google-hit-russia-fine-bigger-world-gdp-youtube-decillion-media-2024-10

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Web Bixby has been in the insurance business for 40 years and has been an Apple user for longer than that.You can catch up with him on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.

Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him on Twitter, by email at [email protected], on Mastodon at @[email protected], on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast.

Brian Flanigan-Arthurs is an educator with a passion for providing results-driven, innovative learning strategies for all students, but particularly those who are at-risk. He is also a tech enthusiast who has a particular affinity for Apple since he first used the Apple IIGS as a student. You can contact Brian on twitter as @brian8944. He also recently opened a Mastodon account at @[email protected].

Mark Fuccio is actively involved in high tech startup companies, both as a principle at piqsure.com, or as a marketing advisor through his consulting practice Tactics Sells High Tech, Inc. Mark was a proud investor in Microsoft from the mid-1990's selling in mid 2000, and hopes one day that MSFT will be again an attractive investment. You can contact Mark through Twitter, LinkedIn, or on Mastodon.

David Ginsburg is the host of the weekly podcast In Touch With iOS where he discusses all things iOS, iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Watch, and related technologies. He is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users. Visit his YouTube channel at https://youtube.com/daveg65 and find and follow him on Twitter @daveg65 and on Mastodon at @[email protected].

Dr. Marty Jencius has been an Associate Professor of Counseling at Kent State University since 2000. He has over 120 publications in books, chapters, journal articles, and others, along with 200 podcasts related to counseling, counselor education, and faculty life. His technology interest led him to develop the counseling profession ‘firsts,’ including listservs, a web-based peer-reviewed journal, The Journal of Technology in Counseling, teaching and conferencing in virtual worlds as the founder of Counselor Education in Second Life, and podcast founder/producer of CounselorAudioSource.net and ThePodTalk.net. Currently, he produces a podcast about counseling and life questions, the Circular Firing Squad, and digital video interviews with legacies capturing the history of the counseling field. This is also co-host of The Vision ProFiles podcast. Generally, Marty is chasing the newest tech trends, which explains his interest in A.I. for teaching, research, and productivity. Marty is an active presenter and past president of the NorthEast Ohio Apple Corp (NEOAC).

Jim Rea built his own computer from scratch in 1975, started programming in 1977, and has been an independent Mac developer continuously since 1984. He is the founder of ProVUE Development, and the author of Panorama X, ProVUE's ultra fast RAM based database software for the macOS platform. He’s been a speaker at MacTech, MacWorld Expo and other industry conferences. Follow Jim at provue.com and via @[email protected] on Mastodon.

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Mike Schmitz, Bart Busschots, Marty Jencius, and host Chuck Joiner finish up the first MacVoices Gift Guide of 2024 with picks that go from apparel to hardware and software. (Part 2) 

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Picks by Marty Jencius:

Scottevest Pack Windbreaker
https://amzn.to/3AV738B

SCOTTeVEST Best Travel Vest for Men - 26 Hidden Pockets
https://amzn.to/4fQpvOu

SCOTTeVest EDC Jacket
https://www.scottevest.com/products/edc-jacket-mens

Workona project/tab organizer
https://workona.com/

Picks by Mike Schmitz:

Mode Sonnet Keyboard
https://modedesigns.com/products/sonnet

Co-Intelligence by Ethan Mollick
https://amzn.to/4ftKgjv

Picks by Bart Busschots:

KU XIU Magnetic Wireless Charging Stand for iPad Pro
https://amzn.to/3YVZuXl

UGREEN 65W USB-C Charging Station
https://amzn.to/3YWaXpV

UGREEN Uno Charger 100W USB C Charger, Nexode 4-Port GaN Charger Compact Fast USB C Power Adapter
https://amzn.to/4fM8fKq

Picks by Chuck Joiner:

Sunco 12 Pack 11W/65W Equivalent BR30 Indoor Area Recessed LED Flood Light, Dimmable 850 Lumens Selectable CCT 2700K/3000K/5000K
https://amzn.to/3CDaOQR

eufy Security Indoor Cam E220, Camera for home Security, Pan & Tilt, 2K
https://amzn.to/3YUVaHW

Guests:

By day, Bart Busschots is a Linux sysadmin and Perl programmer, and a keen amateur photographer when ever he gets the time. Bart hosts and produces the Let's Talk podcast series - a monthly Apple show that takes a big-picture look at the last month in Apple news, and a monthly photography show focusing on the art and craft of photography. Every second week Bart is the guest for the Chit Chat Across the Pond segment on Allison Sheridan's NosillaCast. You can get links to everything Bart gets up including a link to his photography and his personal blog.

Dr. Marty Jencius has been an Associate Professor of Counseling at Kent State University since 2000. He has over 120 publications in books, chapters, journal articles, and others, along with 200 podcasts related to counseling, counselor education, and faculty life. His technology interest led him to develop the counseling profession ‘firsts,’ including listservs, a web-based peer-reviewed journal, The Journal of Technology in Counseling, teaching and conferencing in virtual worlds as the founder of Counselor Education in Second Life, and podcast founder/producer of CounselorAudioSource.net and ThePodTalk.net. Currently, he produces a podcast about counseling and life questions, the Circular Firing Squad, and digital video interviews with legacies capturing the history of the counseling field. This is also co-host of The Vision ProFiles podcast. Generally, Marty is chasing the newest tech trends, which explains his interest in A.I. for teaching, research, and productivity. Marty is an active presenter and past president of the NorthEast Ohio Apple Corp (NEOAC).

Mike Schmitz is an Apple fanboy, coffee snob, and productivity junkie who is intent on teaching people how to be more productive. His newest effort is He is the Executive Editor for The Sweet Setup, a site dedicated to reviewing and recommending the very best Mac and iOS apps, and is the creator of LifeHQ, where he teaches his personal approach to getting more done. Mike lives in Wisconsin with his wife and 4 crazy boys and is the author of Thou Shalt Hustle. He is also the co-host of the Bookworm podcast and (probably) spends too much time on Twitter. You can find all his projects on his personal web site, MikeSchmitz.com, including his new podcast with his wife Rachel at IntentionalFamily.fm. Follow him on Twitter as _MikeSchmitz.

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