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Apr 3, 2025 • 19min

Switch 2 Tech, Games, and Cutting-Edge Battery Packs

This week, the latest on the NVIDIA tech driving the Switch 2 and a new Donkey Kong game brings back podcast memories, plus Indiana Jones and the Great Circle and a super-slim Qi battery pack for your iPhone. Links and Show Notes Nintendo Switch 2 and NVIDIA Nintendo Switch 2 Leveled Up With NVIDIA AI-Powered DLSS and 4K Gaming NVIDIA Blog Nvidia confirms the Nintendo Switch 2 has DLSS and real-time ray tracing Donkey Kong Bananza Trailer Bonanza on Relay Picks John’s Picks: Indiana Jones and the Great Circle PS5 version OnePlus Slim Magnetic Power Bank 5000mAh 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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Mar 27, 2025 • 19min

Summertime Drinks, A Tech Gear Update, Media Picks, and More

Dive into delightful summer drink discoveries, including kombucha and hop-infused sparkling water! The hosts also share their upgraded tech setups for video and gaming, designed for peak productivity. Enjoy a nostalgic look at Twitter's origins and challenges, before exploring media picks like the gripping finale of 'Severance' and a documentary on Twitter's history. Plus, don't miss the buzz around game gear like the Zelda Game & Watch!
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Mar 20, 2025 • 17min

Vibe Coding in Another Life, a Live Album, and an Emo Tribute

This week, Federico wonders whether John would have been a vibe coder if he started building an app today, and they share music picks along with a movie trilogy deal. Links and Show Notes A Vibe Coder Before the Term Was Coined Blink Effortless Affiliate Link Generation on iOS Blink 2.0 iPad Multitasking Support and Removing Small Frustrations A Comprehensive Guide to the iTunes Affiliate Program Picks John’s Pick: Rome by The National Federico’s Pick: The End? by Your Broken Hero Unwind Deal Ocean’s 11, 12, and 13 Trilogy $12.99 down from $30 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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Mar 13, 2025 • 20min

Escape From the Echo Chamber

Daylight Savings Fraud! Dive into a lively discussion on escaping creative echo chambers. Music and movie favorites fly, including the enchanting live-action 'The Little Mermaid.' Discover the talent behind Italian Sebastian. Unpack the contrast between nuanced opinions and sensationalized content. Enjoy laughs over European cartoon theme songs and a unique movie recommendation, 'A Real Pain,' featuring adventurous cousins. It's a treasure trove of culture and creativity!
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Mar 6, 2025 • 20min

From Red Beans and NPC's Expansion to British Spies

This week, Cajun cooking, behind-the-scenes of the launch of NPC XL, another great British spy drama, and a classic sci-fi deal. Links and Show Notes Unplugged Segment John Cooks Red Beans and Rice Recipe Crock Pot Slow Cookers Introducing NPC XL - More NPC, Every Week NPC: Next Portable Console is now weekly for everyone. Enjoy a new episode packed with handheld gaming news and other topics every Tuesday. NPC has a new YouTube Channel. Please subscribe. We introduced NPC XL, a brand-new, members-only version of NPC with extra content, available exclusively through our new Patreon at $5/month. NPC has joined the TWG Discord server with a dedicated channel for community feedback and participation. Picks John’s Pick: Day of the Jackal on Peacock Unwind Deals Alien Romulus ($19.99 -> $9.99) 2-movie bundle: Alien Romulus and Alien for $11.99 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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Feb 27, 2025 • 17min

A Question of Character

This week, a friendly character inquiry leads to a deep dive into the joy of audiobooks. The hosts reflect on their nostalgic sports journeys, discussing the shift from team sports to individual pursuits and how streaming has changed their entertainment preferences. They explore the intriguing insights of 'Co-Intelligence' and the implications of AI on productivity. Wanting to expand their viewing options, they also seek TV show recommendations while sharing their latest podcast finds.
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Feb 20, 2025 • 20min

A Food Extremist

This week on Unwind, Federico and John offer a peek behind what it’s like to wait for an Apple press release to drop, Federico critiques an Italian’s recommendations of what to buy at Costco and shares a videogame pick, and John has a new movie for listeners. Links and Show Notes Unplugged Apple Reveals New iPhone 16e with Face ID and 48MP Camera Costco recommendations from an Italian 👍👎? The Italian Products You Should (and Shouldn’t) Buy at Costco, According to an Italian Picks John’s Pick: The Gorge on Apple TV+ Federico’s Pick: Avowed Amazon Steam Follow us on Mastodon MacStories  Federico Viticci John Voorhees Follow us on Bluesky MacStories Unwind MacStories Federico Viticci John Voorhees Affiliate Linking Policy: https://www.macstories.net/privacy-policy/
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Feb 13, 2025 • 14min

Not Cuddly at All

This week, John takes listeners back to the animal kingdom, before he and Federico share a couple of TV recommendations. Plus, John shows off a recent dream device acquisition. Links and Show Notes Unplugged Armadillos in the North Carolina mountains Armadillos are expanding in North Carolina. What to know How Armadillos Can Spread Leprosy Picks Federico’s Pick: Severance, Season 2 John’s Pick: Mythic Quest, Season 4 John’s Surprise Transparent Sony PSP 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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Feb 6, 2025 • 21min

Never Bored

This week, hosts share a delightful linguistic twist on kuzu and kudzu, while diving into the fascinating nuances of Italian coffee culture and aperitivo traditions. They contrast the local bar scene with American coffee chains and recommend the indie album 'Forgiving Spree.' Plus, a thorough discussion on the thriller 'Prime Target' captivates with its unique storyline involving a mathematician's perilous adventures. To top it all off, there's a great streaming deal on Jack Ryan that you won't want to miss!
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Jan 30, 2025 • 20min

Pursuing Pasta Perfection

This week, Federico and John do some regional grocery shopping, Federico pursues pasta perfection, plus a documentary and podcast recommendation. Show Notes Links and Show Notes Unplugged Shop the Pig: Grocery Store Names Regional Grocery Stores Piggly Wiggly Food Lion Harris Teeter Publix Perfect Handmade High Hydration Pizza e Mortazza Recipe NaturaSi Cacio e Pepe e Corn Starch – Pixel Envy The Perfect Cacio e Pepe Recipe, According to Science Kuzu Kuzu Root Starch Picks John’s Pick: An Update on Our Family on Max Federico’s Pick: Into the Aether The ITA Patreon Follow us on Mastodon MacStories  Federico Viticci  - John Voorhees Follow us on Bluesky MacStories Unwind MacStories Federico Viticci John Voorhees Affiliate Linking Policy: https://www.macstories.net/privacy-policy/

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