Mac Power Users

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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 Robles.

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#828
Dec 21, 2025 · 1 hr 28 min
828: Revisiting Keyboard Maestro
David and Stephen talk through their uses of Keyboard Maestro, diving deep into automation, text expansion, and more.
#827
Dec 14, 2025 · 1 hr 28 min
827: Every Two Months or So
On this feedback episode, the guys revisit the smart home, iPadOS 26, the lack of a big iMac, charging stations, and much more.
#826
Dec 7, 2025 · 2 hr 24 min
826: 2025 State of the Platforms (Part 2)
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
Nov 30, 2025 · 2 hr 8 min
825: 2025 State of the Platforms (Part 1)
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.
#824
Nov 23, 2025 · 1 hr 15 min
824: Life After iPadOS 26
iPadOS 26 introduced a new windowing system, improved audio recording, and more robust background tasks, making the iPad feel more Mac-like than ever. This week, David and Stephen discuss a range of workflows that benefit from these changes.
#823
Nov 16, 2025 · 1 hr 25 min
823: The 2025 Holiday Gift Guide
The end of the year is nearly upon us, so the guys are back to share their gift ideas. Stephen then goes on to share a new life philosophy, only to learn that David is already a master of it.
#822
Nov 9, 2025 · 1 hr 25 min
822: iPhone 17 Photography with Tyler Stalman
Tyler Stalman returns to the show to discuss the camera gains Apple has made with the iPhone 17 line. The guys also talk about the limitations of the iPhone Air and some of the apps Tyler uses to edit his images and videos.
#821
Nov 2, 2025 · 1 hr 41 min
821: Developer Roundtable 2025
Casey Liss, Charlie Chapman, and James Thomson join Stephen and David to discuss the state of software development on Apple's platforms in 2025. Topics include Liquid Glass, SwiftUI, documentation, subscriptions, and Apple Intelligence.
#820
Oct 26, 2025 · 1 hr 21 min
820: The Apple Productivity Suite Field Guide
David has published a new course covering Apple Reminders, Calendar, Notes, and more. This week, he and Stephen walk through those apps and how they can be used together. Then, a conversation about the M5 and iOS 26 changes.
#819
Oct 19, 2025 · 1 hr 26 min
819: The User Interface at 60 MPH
The guys discuss a bunch of listener feedback, the return of Slide Over, the state of iCloud Family Sharing, and check in on David's Rivian experience.
#818
Oct 12, 2025 · 1 hr 42 min
818: "Recreational Math," with Dr. Drang
Everyone's favorite engineer-turned-blogger returns to the show to discuss the state of iPhone cases, the argument for LLMs, and his go-to automation tools — and why Shortcuts on the Mac isn't one of them.
#817
Oct 5, 2025 · 1 hr 26 min
817: macOS Tahoe, visionOS, & watchOS 26
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.
#816
Sep 28, 2025 · 1 hr 20 min
816: iOS & iPadOS 26
iOS and iPadOS 26 bring many changes, including Liquid Glass, updated first-party apps, and new multitasking features for iPad users. This week, the guys talk through these changes and share impressions of Apple's latest iPhones, AirPods, and Watches.
#815
Sep 21, 2025 · 1 hr 7 min
815: Automation Update with Sal Soghoian
While Stephen is busy with the Podcastathon, Sal Soghoian joins David to talk about the state of automation and the best way to get started with automation in 2025.
#814
Sep 10, 2025 · 1 hr 28 min
814: The iPhone 17 Event
Just hours after Apple's iPhone event, David and Stephen gather their notes and thoughts to discuss the company's latest hardware.
#813
Sep 7, 2025 · 1 hr 16 min
813: Spending All Our Time Saving Things
On this feedback episode, the guys talk about backing up iCloud data, read-it-later services, automation trigger conflicts, travel tech, converting Markdown, the No List, and a lot more.
#812
Aug 31, 2025 · 1 hr 24 min
812: AV & Vibe Coding with Tyler McRae
Tyler McRae joins the program to talk about the role of AI in coding and his work in the world of church AV and technology.
#811
Aug 24, 2025 · 1 hr 17 min
811: Apple in Education with Steve Benner
Apple has been in the education market for decades, and over that time, Apple's position and offerings have significantly changed. This week, educator Steven Benner joins the show to talk about how his school district is using Apple gear in the classroom.
#810
Aug 17, 2025 · 1 hr 10 min
810: Unlocking PowerPhotos with Brian Webster
Brian Webster is the developer behind Fat Cat Software, home of PowerPhotos. The Mac app gives users a wide range of extra controls and tools to manage their Photos library. This week, he chats with Stephen and David about the app and its features.
#809
Aug 10, 2025 · 1 hr 10 min
809: Exploring Kagi with CEO Vladimir Prelovac
Kagi is a search engine and browser company offering an alternative to products offered by the tech giants. This week, its CEO Vladimir Prelovac talks with David and Stephen about what Kagi offers its customers.

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