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Oct 16, 2025 • 17min

Dishwasher Dreams and Gritty Crime Scenes

This week, weekend outings and the chores we wish robots could do for us, plus Federico shares an anti-pick, and John is hooked on a gritty crime drama. Also available on YouTube here. Links and Show Notes Unplugged Segment Greenville, South Carolina Fall Festival Narwhal Freo X10 Pro robot mop and vaccuum Picks Federico’s Anti-Pick: The Residence on Netflix John’s Pick: Task on HBO Max Unwind Deal Looper, a time-jumping mob movie, is just $4.99 in the TV app Leave Feedback for John and Federico MacStories Unwind Feedback Form Follow us on Mastodon MacStories Federico Viticci John Voorhees Follow us on Bluesky MacStories Unwind MacStories Federico Viticci John Voorhees Affiliate Linking Policy
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Oct 9, 2025 • 14min

Unwinding Delayed But Not Denied

This week, John stumbles upon a restaurant with a thing for the Italian navy, Federico explores the Final Fantasy Tactics remake, and John has a movie pick. Also available on YouTube here. Links and Show Notes Unplugged Segment John visits Florence, which is decorated with the  Picks Federico’s Pick: Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles John’s Pick: The Lost Bus on Apple TV+ Unwind Deal In honor of the release of Tron Ares… Tron Tron Legacy …both just $4.99 in the TV app Leave Feedback for John and Federico MacStories Unwind Feedback Form Follow us on Mastodon MacStories Federico Viticci John Voorhees Follow us on Bluesky MacStories Unwind MacStories Federico Viticci John Voorhees Affiliate Linking Policy
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Oct 3, 2025 • 21min

Nights, Weekends, and Holidays

This week, Federico tries to recover from a rough week, John brings some Southern cooking to the show, Federico has a long backlog of videogames to attend to, and John has an Apple TV+ show and an album to share. Also available on YouTube here. Links and Show Notes Unplugged Southern Cooking Pecan Pie Pimento Cheese Dip Fried Okra Picks Federico’s Pick: Super Mario Galaxy and Super Mario Galaxy 2 Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles Triple Click Tactics episode Hades II Donkey Kong Bananza Hollow Knight: Silksong Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Pokémon Legends: Z-A Ratchet & Clank Rift Apart Pipistrello and the Cursed Yoyo Despelote Mika and the Witch’s Mountain John’s Pick: Slow Horses, Season 5 on Apple TV+ Michigander by Michigander Leave Feedback for John and Federico MacStories Unwind Feedback Form Follow us on Mastodon MacStories Federico Viticci John Voorhees Follow us on Bluesky MacStories Unwind MacStories Federico Viticci John Voorhees Affiliate Linking Policy
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Sep 26, 2025 • 16min

Big Mike and the Extended Shower Lifestyle

This week, John visits Mike the shipping guy, Federico’s philosophy on hardware takes a turn, John declares Apple Watch charging in the shower a myth, and we share videogame and TV picks, plus a deal. Also available on YouTube here. Links and Show Notes Unplugged Big Mike’s Shipping Shoppe Charging the Apple Watch While Showering Picks Federico’s Pick: Portal RTX Portal with RTX Update Adds NVIDIA DLSS 3.5 With Ray Reconstruction, RTX IO & New Content RTX Remix John’s Pick: Alien Earth on Hulu Unwind Deal Snowpiercer TV Series, Complete Boxed Set in TV app for $11.99 for 4 seasons/40 episodes. Leave Feedback for John and Federico MacStories Unwind Feedback Form Follow us on Mastodon MacStories Federico Viticci John Voorhees Follow us on Bluesky MacStories Unwind MacStories Federico Viticci John Voorhees Affiliate Linking Policy
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Sep 18, 2025 • 20min

The Aftermath of Review Season: Recovery and Reflection

This week Federico and John reflect on the toll of the review process and the annual recovery process before Federico follows up on a TV series and John recommends a pair of albums. Plus, we have a great Marvel movie bundle deal for listeners. Also available on YouTube here. Links and Show Notes The Aftermath of Review Season iOS and iPadOS 26: The MacStories Review macOS 26 Tahoe: The MacStories Review CarPlay in iOS 26: The MacStories Review visionOS 26: The MacStories Review watchOS 26: The MacStories Review Picks Federico’s Pick: Hacks, Seasons 1–4 on HBO Max John’s Picks: Tunnel Vision by Beach Bunny I Quit by HAIM Unwind Deal 🔨 Thor – 2-Movie Bundle for $19.99 Leave Feedback for John and Federico MacStories Unwind Feedback Form Follow us on Mastodon MacStories Federico Viticci John Voorhees Follow us on Bluesky MacStories Unwind MacStories Federico Viticci John Voorhees Affiliate Linking Policy
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Sep 12, 2025 • 20min

Two Beady Eyes Staring At Me

John shares the captivating art of Southern storytelling, blending humor with personal anecdotes. A chaotic skunk encounter spices up their trivia night at a local coffee shop, highlighting the joy of community and the need to disconnect from technology. They also dive into movie recommendations, particularly Christopher Nolan's 'The Prestige', while exploring advanced uses of Apple intelligence and shortcuts in everyday life. It's a delightful blend of leisure, creativity, and insightful storytelling.
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Sep 4, 2025 • 19min

Coyote Fall

As the weather cools, wildlife encounters spice up personal stories, including a memorable coyote sighting. The hosts share insights into their running tech, discussing gadgets like smartwatches and earbuds that elevate their fitness routines. Comedy shines with a recommendation for the HBO Max series 'Hacks', showcasing the quirky bond between a seasoned comic and a novice writer. Lastly, they dive into the Marvel flick 'Thunderbolts', exploring its unique take on misfit superheroes grappling with real-world themes.
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Aug 28, 2025 • 14min

Sports Comedies and the Return of MacStories Deals

This week, John and Federico return from break to chat about how they spent their time off, the new MacStories Deals social accounts, two sports-related comedies, and a great deal on a favorite TV series. Also available on YouTube here. Links and Show Notes Summer Break and MacStories Deals MacStories Deals returns after seven years Follow it on Mastodon or Bluesky: Mastodon: https://mastodon.macstories.net/@MacStoriesDeals#. Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/macstoriesdeals.macstories.net Picks John’s Pick: Stick on Apple TV+ Federico’s Pick: Running Point on Netflix Unwind Deal Futurama, Seasons 1–10 for $24.99 Leave Feedback for John and Federico MacStories Unwind Feedback Form Follow us on Mastodon MacStories Federico Viticci John Voorhees Follow us on Bluesky MacStories Unwind MacStories Federico Viticci John Voorhees Affiliate Linking Policy
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Aug 7, 2025 • 22min

Workout Buddies, Comedies, Videogame Podcasts, and Godzilla

Jonathan Reed, a tech writer and watchOS 26 preview expert, joins John to explore exciting features like the 'workout buddy' tool that enhances exercise experiences. They discuss the humor behind classic comedies like The Naked Gun and King of the Hill, emphasizing their timeless appeal. The conversation also dives into new media initiatives like Wavelengths, promising exclusive content, and a unique black-and-white adaptation of Godzilla Minus One. Get ready for laughs and tech insights!
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Jul 31, 2025 • 22min

Oasis and Superheroes

Experience the thrill of attending an Oasis concert at Wembley Stadium, complete with memorable performances and emotional moments. Discover how rock bands like Oasis resonate across generations, bringing diverse crowds together post-COVID. Dive into a discussion about the new 'Fantastic Four' film and its retro-futuristic charm. Plus, get nostalgic with a spotlight on the classic comedy 'Happy Gilmore' as it makes its return to Netflix, highlighting personal anecdotes and excitement for the upcoming sequel.

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