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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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  • #170
    Dec 24, 2013 · 1 hr 18 min

    170: 2014 Tech Resolutions

    David and Katie discuss some of their tech resolutions for 2014 including better utilizing network attached storage, less "fiddley" writing and more. Thanks to MPU listener Hay Oborn for assistance with the shownotes this week!

  • #169
    Dec 22, 2013 · 1 hr 27 min

    169: Workflows with Dr. Jeffery Taekman

    David and Katie talk to Dr. Jeffery Taekman, a physician, researcher and educator at Duke. Jeff takes us through his various workflows for getting work done in his profession including using his iPad in his medical practice.

  • #168
    Dec 15, 2013 · 1 hr 41 min

    168: Listener Feedback

    David and Katie sort through recent listener feedback and discuss a variety of topics including iPad stylus, cable cutting, offsite backup, home sound systems, tea brewing and more.

  • #167
    Dec 9, 2013 · 1 hr 34 min

    167: Workflows with Brett Terpstra

    Long overdue, David and Katie sit down with the mad scientist himself, Brett Terpstra to talk about his setup, tagging and music. Drink Thanks to MPU listener Jigar Talati for assistance with the shownotes this week!

  • #166
    Dec 2, 2013 · 1 hr 36 min

    166: Using Siri and Dictation

    David and Katie talk about how to maximize productivity using Siri on iOS and dictation on iOS and Mac. Thanks to MPU listener Hay Oborn for assistance with the shownotes this week!

  • #165
    Nov 25, 2013 · 1 hr 39 min

    165: 2013 Geek Gift Guide

    David and Katie run down their 2013 Geek Gift Guide. This show is full of items the hosts either have on their personal wish lists or plan to buy as gifts for others this holiday season.

  • #164
    Nov 17, 2013 · 1 hr 32 min

    164: Tackling Email

    David and Katie sit down to discuss the topic of tackling email, how they manage and organize their email, the power tools they use and David's latest book. Thanks to MPU listener Jigar Talati for assistance with the shownotes this week!

  • #163
    Nov 11, 2013 · 1 hr 32 min

    163: Fraser Speirs Returns

    Fraser Speirs returns to MPU to discuss the state of iPads and technology including an update on his school's one-to-one program, how he uses his iPad and thoughts on the newly released iPad Air and retina iPad mini.

  • #162
    Nov 4, 2013 · 1 hr 49 min

    162: Using Mavericks

    After spending some time with Apple's latest operating system, Katie and David discuss their favorite features of Mac OS 10.9 Mavericks. Thanks to MPU listener Jigar Talati for assistance with the shownotes this week!

  • #161
    Oct 28, 2013 · 1 hr 42 min

    161: Running a Mac Small Business with Ben Carter

    David and Katie talk with solo law practitioner Ben Carter about starting a small business based around his Mac and the hardware and software he uses. Thanks to MPU listener Jigar Talati for assistance with the shownotes this week!

  • #160
    Oct 20, 2013 · 1 hr 20 min

    160: Getting Ready for Mavericks

    David and Katie talk about getting your Mac ready for OS X Mavericks. Thanks to MPU listener Jigar Talati for assistance with the shownotes this week!

  • #159
    Oct 13, 2013 · 1 hr 20 min

    159: Workflows with David Chartier

    David and Katie talk with David Chartier about the Finer Things in Tech, his work as a freelance writer and Herald. Thanks to MPU listener Jigar Talati for assistance with the shownotes this week!

  • #158
    Oct 7, 2013 · 1 hr 20 min

    158: iOS 7 Apps and Gems

    David and Katie discuss their favorite new apps and features for iOS 7. Thanks to MPU listener Jigar Talati for assistance with the shownotes this week!

  • #157
    Sep 30, 2013 · 1 hr 27 min

    157: Security Problems and Solutions

    In this episode, David and Katie cover frequent security problems and offer their solutions. Thanks to MPU listener Jigar Talati for assistance with the shownotes this week!

  • #156
    Sep 22, 2013 · 1 hr 39 min

    156: Editorial with Federico Viticci

    David and Katie are joined by Federico Viticci of Macstories.net to talk about writing on the iPad and the newest text editor with built in automation functions, Editorial.

  • #155
    Sep 15, 2013 · 1 hr 30 min

    155: Jason Snell Returns

    Katie and David sit down again with Jason Snell of Macworld/PC World and TechHive to discuss how his workflows have evolved since our last episode. We talk about managing email and tasks, his preference for smaller devices, writing novels, podcasting and

  • #154
    Sep 9, 2013 · 1 hr 27 min

    154: Apple TV

    David and Katie dive deep on the Apple TV and discuss how they use the Apple TV for work and play. Thanks to MPU listener Jigar Talati for assistance with the shownotes this week!

  • #153
    Sep 1, 2013 · 1 hr 33 min

    153: Hardware Development with Geoff Barrall

    Katie and David talk hardware development, conceptualization, design and production with the CEO of Drobo, Geoff Barrall. Thanks to MPU listener Jigar Talati for assistance with the shownotes this week!

  • #152
    Aug 26, 2013 · 1 hr 21 min

    152: Back to School

    Katie and David talk back to school gear and apps for iOS and Mac.

  • #151
    Aug 18, 2013 · 1 hr 43 min

    151: iOS Photography with Jeff Carlson

    David and Katie sit down with Jeff Carlson to share his tips and tricks for taking better photos with your iOS devices as well as managing and enhancing photos using iOS.

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