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Jun 20, 2024 • 20min
A Feature, Not a Product
This week, John and Federico explain how they unwind after WWDC and how they think about MacStories’ family of podcasts before recommending a comedy series, action movie, and album. Links and Show Notes Unplugged Segment Unwinding after WWDC Raleigh Retro Gamers Summer Expo 2024 Limited Run Games Limited Run Games is opening an ’80s-themed physical game store A Feature Not a Product MacStories’ family of podcasts Sigmund Judge’s Apple TV Go story Related episode of Magic Rays of Light Picks Federico’s Pick: The Neighborhood, Season 1 - 6 Streaming on Paramount+, Amazon Prime, and CBS John’s Pick: Fast X The Sweater Club by Jelani Aryeh Follow us on Mastodon MacStories Federico Viticci John Voorhees Follow us on Threads MacStories Federico Viticci John Voorhees Follow us on Instagram MacStories Federico Viticci John Voorhees

Jun 13, 2024 • 29min
Trapped Inside Apple Park
This week, John is joined by Jonathan Reed and Sigmund Judge for an explanation of how John missed his first episode of AppStories in seven years this week, an update from Sigmund on what’s coming to tvOS and Apple TV+, plus a bunch of picks from everyone. Links and Show Notes Unplugged Segment You can enter Apple Park, but you may never leave WWDC 2024: Keynote First Impressions WWDC 2024: Intelligence Briefings tvOS and TV+ with Sigmund Judge tvOS 18: The MacStories Overview Picks Jonathan’s Picks: Eels Time! by The Eels Hot Rod Sigmund’s Pick House of the Dragon, Season 1 John’s Pick: Anbernic RG35XXSP Related: Next week’s episode of NPC: Next Portable Console Follow us on Mastodon MacStories Federico Viticci John Voorhees Follow us on Threads MacStories Federico Viticci John Voorhees Follow us on Instagram MacStories Federico Viticci John Voorhees

Jun 6, 2024 • 25min
A USPS RG35XXSP Tale
This podcast episode covers WWDC preparations, updated playlists, new podcasts on MacStories, and a sad story about USPS and Anbernic's RG35XXSP. Also, explore immersive videos, music picks, and music discovery with Marvis Pro.

May 30, 2024 • 26min
The MacStories Unwind 2024 Apple Music Playlist
This week, Federico and John take the wraps off the official MacStories Unwind 2024 Apple Music Playlist, tease upcoming projects, and recommend a recent Apple TV+ show and a cozy videogame. This episode is sponsored by: Kolide – It ensures that if a device isn’t secure it can’t access your apps. It’s Device Trust for Okta. Watch the demo now. Links and Show Notes: Unplugged Segment John and Federico tease new projects coming to MacStories soon The Official MacStories Unwind 2024 Apple Music Playlist Picks John’s Pick: Dark Matter on Apple TV+ Federico’s Pick: Dragon Quest XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age Follow us on Mastodon MacStories Federico Viticci John Voorhees Follow us on Threads MacStories Federico Viticci John Voorhees Follow us on Instagram MacStories Federico Viticci John Voorhees

May 23, 2024 • 23min
A Small Fire at 3AM
The hosts discuss their new iPad Pro and a small fire incident. They recommend a retro gaming channel on YouTube, talk about the appeal of relaxing videos, and share insights on D-pad tests, Moonlight app, and Young Sheldon finale. Anticipation for Paper Mario release and Club Mac Stories promotion

May 16, 2024 • 19min
So, I Was Thinking About the iPad Pro...
This week, Federico proposes an iPad Pro experiment and he and John both recommend Steam Early Access games, one of which is also on iOS. This episode is sponsored by: Kolide – It ensures that if a device isn’t secure it can’t access your apps. It’s Device Trust for Okta. Watch the demo now. Links and Show Notes Unplugged Segment Taking Another Run at Podcasting on the iPad Pro Revisiting this story from three years ago... Podcasting on iPad Pro and Mac: A Streamlined Approach with the Sound Devices MixPre-3 II ...and adding some Zoom magic based on Federico and Jason Snell's conversation this week on Upgrade Upgrade 512, Pros Are the Little Boats Picks John’s Pick: Peglin On iOS On Steam Also mentioned: Razer Kishi Ultra Federico’s Pick: Hades II Follow us on Mastodon MacStories Federico Viticci John Voorhees Follow us on Threads MacStories Federico Viticci John Voorhees Follow us on Instagram MacStories Federico Viticci John Voorhees

May 9, 2024 • 24min
Federico Visits Medium Ben
Federico, one of the hosts, discusses Apple's iPad event and lets loose in London. Topics include Apple's controversial 'Crushed' ad, technology's impact on creativity, a trip to London's architectural wonders, event attendance numbers, and speculations about new Apple products.

May 2, 2024 • 22min
An Ant BBQ
This podcast discusses invading fire ants, raccoons, and wild boar encounters. They recommend Paper Mario classic and Amazon's Fallout TV series adaptation, diving into post-apocalyptic worlds and retro gaming nostalgia.

Apr 25, 2024 • 20min
iOS Retro Gaming 5 Eva
Exploring the world of game emulators on iOS, discussing the appeal of retro gaming and the impact on the App Store. Reviewing the TV show Girls5eva and the historical drama Franklin on Apple TV+. Recommendations for must-watch content.

Apr 18, 2024 • 30min
Cattywampus
This week, John is wired, we explore Southern expressions, share some Legion Go follow-up and have app, hardware, TV, and music picks. This episode is sponsored by: Listen Later – Listen to the Articles as Podcasts Links and Show Notes Unplugged Segment Southern Expressions Southern Phrases That Others Need A Dictionary For Are Southern accents disappearing? Linguists say yes Also mentioned: Markdownload Safari extension Legion Go Follow-Up Also mentioned: Espresso 17 Pro Picks John’s Pick: Delta Game Emulator GameSir X2S Controller for the iPhone and iPad mini Also mentioned: GameSir G8 Galileo iOS Gaming with the GameSir Galileo G8 Controller Turning the 11" iPad Pro into a Game Streaming Device Razer Kishi Ultra Federico’s Pick: Loot, Season 2 Trailer Fix You covered by Alex Melton Follow us on Mastodon MacStories Federico Viticci John Voorhees Follow us on Threads MacStories Federico Viticci John Voorhees Follow us on Instagram MacStories Federico Viticci John Voorhees
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