Cortex

The hosts dive into the creation process of a unique journaling tool, highlighting innovative designs and the challenges of manufacturing. They explore Apple's exciting updates, including Dark Mode and enhanced productivity features. Discussions include the evolution of iPadOS, the impact of SwiftUI on app development, and Apple's new Mac Pro specifications. They also candidly critique Apple's pricing strategies while reflecting on the blend of aesthetics and functionality in modern tech. Each topic weaves together themes of creativity and technology.

The hosts share humorous tales of scheduling chaos, blending podcasting life with unexpected desert adventures. They dive into the challenges of balancing work with creative projects and celebrate the launch of the Timery app for better time tracking. Anticipation builds for WWDC as they discuss Apple's mapping updates and possible tech innovations. The conversation flows through Apple app enhancements, productivity solutions, and the thrill of engaging with their audience through merch, all while sharing fun anecdotes.

Grey reveals the emotional depth of his latest vlog, which presents a unique non-linear narrative. The duo shares their struggles with a two-year road trip film project, highlighting the technical and emotional challenges of editing extensive footage. They dive into the complexities of managing data in creative work and emphasize the importance of balancing freedom with structure in self-employment. With humorous anecdotes, they critique traditional weekend perceptions and explore how personal domains enhance online presence.

The hosts dive into the excitement around the upcoming WWDC event and the challenges of translating yearly goals into actionable steps. They tackle career anxieties in entertainment, especially in adapting to audience changes, and explore the cultural impact of Marie Kondo's decluttering philosophy. Discussions on smartwatches reveal customization frustrations, and they reflect on the complexities of business setups and cybersecurity. Personal anecdotes about meal habits highlight the need for flexibility in both tech and lifestyle.

The conversation kicks off with the impact of breaking health routines and the humorous misadventures of impulsive tech decisions. A lighthearted critique of Microsoft’s design updates leads to a discussion on Apple’s latest announcements, including the new iPad Mini. The hosts reflect on the high-pressure world of culinary arts showcased in '7 Days Out,' exploring the passion, dedication, and competitive spirit of chefs. With a dash of playful banter and personal anecdotes, they delve into the challenges of creativity in both culinary and podcasting adventures.

Grey and Myke delve into the chilly realities of winter travels, sharing laughs about design dilemmas and app icon confusion. They humorously explore the New York-Chicago rivalry while stressing the need for cybersecurity on public Wi-Fi. Screen time habits are dissected, highlighting their YouTube indulgences and the complexities of digital engagement. Amid discussions on messaging etiquette and family time, they reflect on balancing technology with meaningful interactions, all while maintaining a light-hearted yet insightful banter.

Grey has some project updates, Myke is feeling a little sad, and they both watch 'The American Meme'. This episode of Cortex is sponsored by: eero: Never think about WiFi again. Get $100 off the ‘Eero base unit and 2 beacons package’, and a year of eero Plus. Away: Travel smarter with the suitcase that charges your phone. Get $20 off with the code ‘cortex20’. 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 iPhone Face Judging Home Screen Thinking about Attention — CGP Grey Here's to Loss, the Internet's Greatest Meme | Know Your Meme CTRL+ALT+DEL | SLA:3 - YouTube The Better Boarding Method Airlines Won't Use - CGP Grey - YouTube The American Meme | Netflix Official Site The American Meme - Wikipedia Selling Stupid: Logan Paul - YouTube Myke's Instagram

Grey conquered a deadline, Myke is in love all over again, and Slack has a new logo. This episode of Cortex is sponsored by: Freshbooks: Online invoicing made easy. Luna Display: The only hardware solution that turns your iPad into a wireless display for your Mac. Use promo code CORTEX at checkout for 10% off. Hello Fresh: Say Hello to Easy Home Cooking. Get $80 off your first month. Links and Show Notes: Support Cortex with a Relay FM Membership Discuss this episode on Reddit Groundhog Day - Wikipedia Say hello, new logo | The Official Slack Blog Cortex #73: Clear the Cortex Decks - Relay FM Remember The Milk The Better Boarding Method Airlines Won't Use - CGP Grey - YouTube CGP Grey - YouTube Cortex #66: Triggers - Creating Behaviour That Lasts - Relay FM Thoroughly Considered - Relay FM The Pen Addict - Relay FM CORTEXMERCH.COM Evernote Myke's 'Save URL to Evernote' Shortcut PodCon 2 Remote Attendance Cortex #61: State of the Apps 2018 - Relay FM Chris Rowland (@ceejrowland) • Instagram photos and videos Myke's PodCon 2 Signing Poster grafiksyndikat The American Meme | Netflix Official Site The American Meme | Official Trailer [HD] | Netflix - YouTube

Grey has a theme for 2019, Myke has two themes for 2019, and they both discuss why Yearly Themes are important to them. This episode of Cortex is sponsored by: Simple Contacts: Contact lens prescriptions from home: Use offer code CORTEX20 for $20 off your first order of contact lenses Freshbooks: Online invoicing made easy. Hover: Celebrate Hover’s 10 year anniversary with awesome promotions for a limited time only 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 #62: 2018 Yearly Themes - Relay FM playingforfunfm - Twitch Connected #196: Live from WWDC 2018 - Relay FM Upgrade #216: The 2018 October Event Draft - LIVE in Chicago - Relay FM Connected #215: Live from NYC: A Nightmare Level of Itching - Relay FM Ungeniused #66: Pneumatic Tube Mail in New York City - Relay FM The Adventure Zone | Maximum Fun Dragon Friends | A Live Dungeons & Dragons Podcast and Comedy Show Total Party Kill - A Podcast From The Incomparable Space Station Trailer! A New Cortex / Upgrade Special Episode for Relay Members! - YouTube A Screenshot of the Logic Project of Our Last Members Special Myke's 2017 Toggl Report Myke's Corrected 2017 Toggl Summary Myke's 2018 Toggl Summary Fluid – Turn any webpage into a real Mac App Cortex #74: The Biggest Challenge of Being a Human - Relay FM I Have Died Many Times — CGP Grey Summer of Grey: Parts 1 & 3 - YouTube

Grey has a terrible to-do hack, Myke is going back to PodCon, and they both discuss their favourite software for 'State of the Apps 2019'. This episode of Cortex is sponsored by: Squarespace: Make your next move. Enter offer code CORTEX at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase. Fracture: Photos printed in vivid color directly on glass. Get 15% off! Away: Travel smarter with the suitcase that charges your phone. Get $20 off with the code ‘cortex20’. Links and Show Notes: Support Cortex with a Relay FM Membership Discuss this episode on Reddit Cortex #61: State of the Apps 2018 - Relay FM State of the Apps 2014 — CGP Grey Upgrade - Relay FM ‎Sol ‎Klok Todoist Todoist 'Cards View' Teaser Things 3 Due OmniFocus TaskPaper Grey's 'Widget' Perspective Grey's 'Soon' Perspective Toggl Federico Viticci's Toggl Shortcuts – MacStories FantasticalFantastical was updated after the release of this episode to support the new iPad Pro. Spark Keyboard Maestro Automators - Rosemary Orchard's Podcast on Relay FM Scrivener Anki Discord Playing For Fun - Twitch CGP Play - YouTube ‎Dark Mode for Safari Dark Mode as iOS Accessibility Feature — CGP Grey Myke Hurley (@imyke) • Instagram photos and videos SelfControl Overcast AutoWake CARROT Weather Just Press Record Gemini 2 Fluid Deliveries narwhal for reddit Pipedrive CORTEXMERCH.COM PodCon 2 Myke's Previous PodCon Poster Chris Rowland - The Artist Behind Myke's Poster Cortex #44: Existential Time Tracking - Relay FM Cortex #45: Cortex Working Group - Relay FM Cortex #62: 2018 Yearly Themes - Relay FM