
Clockwise
Clockwise is a rapid-fire discussion of current technology issues hosted by Dan Moren and Mikah Sargent and featuring two special guests each week. Four people, four topics--and because we're always watching the clock, no episode is longer than 30 minutes. Hosted by Dan Moren and Mikah Sargent.
Latest episodes

Apr 23, 2025 • 29min
602: Other Jason, Fellow Jason
Interest in a humanoid home robot and its role, who we'd want to own Chrome if Google sells it and what they'd do with it, the streaming service we'd cancel first, and our favorite go-to site for inspiration, nostalgia, or feel-good vibes.
This episode of Clockwise is sponsored by:
4Geeks Academy: Full stack development courses. Explore online, hybrid and in-person options now.
Guest Starring: mb bischoff and Jason Howell
Links and Show Notes: Support Clockwise with a Relay FM Membership Submit Feedback Hypertext TV CARveat Emptor | snell.zone DailyBooth - Wikipedia Internet Archive Australian Survivor | 10Play Ludwig | BBC One The White Lotus | HBO Castration Movie | Gumroad

Apr 16, 2025 • 28min
601: I Never Have Hope
Simple solutions to complex tech problems, whether iPadOS 19 can solve its power user problem, if we look forward to Siri knowing what's on our screen, and OpenAI's prospective social media network.
This episode of Clockwise is sponsored by:
Grist: A modern, open source spreadsheet that goes beyond the grid. Try it for free today.
Guest Starring: John Moltz and Joe Rosensteel
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Apr 9, 2025 • 30min
600: Always Using My Little Snippets
Whether we use a docking device with our main PC or Mac, feelings of algorithm fatigue and if it's enough to leave Spotify, the software we geek out over like Numbers, and if rising prices due to tariffs might stop us from buying a new phone this year.
This episode of Clockwise is sponsored by:
BBEdit: The leading professional HTML and text editor for macOS. Try it free for 30 days.
Guest Starring: Shelly Brisbin and Amanda Silberling
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Apr 2, 2025 • 30min
599: Use It On Your Pants
Nintendo's Switch 2 announcement, what we actually use AI for, how we learn new skills, and the old gadgets we'll never give up.
This episode of Clockwise is sponsored by:
ExpressVPN: High-Speed, Secure & Anonymous VPN Service. Get an extra three months free.
Grist: A modern, open source spreadsheet that goes beyond the grid. Try it for free today.
Guest Starring: Karissa Bell and Jason Snell
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Mar 26, 2025 • 26min
598: Everybody’s Got Time for That
A household appliance we’d improve with modern tech, a ridiculous tech solution to a silly problem we’ve had, the iOS or app interface we most want redesigned in iOS 19, and a pie-in-the-sky Apple Intelligence feature that would truly excite us.
Guest Starring: Stephen Robles and Kathy Campbell
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Mar 19, 2025 • 30min
597: I Talk a Big Game, I Don't Spend a Big Money
What we carry in our wallets, do we want dumb phones, how we feel about the new Pebble smartwaches, and whether we'd be interested in a cellular MacBook.
This episode of Clockwise is sponsored by:
Grist: A modern, open source spreadsheet that goes beyond the grid. Try it for free today.
Guest Starring: Simone De Rochefort and Casey Liss
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Mar 12, 2025 • 30min
596: Are There Any Good Companies?
How we maintain battery health, thoughts on Discord’s IPO and if any tech company improved post-IPO, the must-have and leave-behind tech for trips, and how to protect non-tech-savvy older adults from scams like the 'Grandparent scam.'
This episode of Clockwise is sponsored by:
Vitally: A new era for customer success productivity. Get a free pair of AirPods Pro when you book a qualified meeting.
Guest Starring: Emily Forlini and Bryan Guffey
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Mar 5, 2025 • 30min
595: Everything is a Backdoor
Apple's latest hardware updates, smart clothing, how we transfer money between friends, and the latest on UK encryption.
This episode of Clockwise is sponsored by:
Grist: A modern, open source spreadsheet that goes beyond the grid. Try it for free today.
Guest Starring: Jeff Carlson and James Thomson
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DXO's Photo Storm CapeA garment designed for all day photographers.

Feb 26, 2025 • 30min
594: Abolish the Dongles and Doodads
Delve into the quirky world of photo editing tools as hosts share their experiences and subscription hurdles. A humorous debate pits venture capitalists against a level 14 Jigglypuff, invoking nostalgia for classic gaming. Explore the frustrations with voice assistants like Alexa and the chaos of mismatched charging cables bringing tech simplicity to mind. Plus, personal tales of tech aesthetics and desktop wallpapers add a relatable touch to the techie talk.

Feb 19, 2025 • 30min
593: Basically the Wheels are Falling Off
Thoughts on the iPhone 16e, our morning beverage tech, whether we're interested in smart rings, and how we use tech to de-stress.
This episode of Clockwise is sponsored by:
Vitally: A new era for customer success productivity. Get a free pair of AirPods Pro when you book a qualified meeting.
Grist: A modern, open source spreadsheet that goes beyond the grid. Try it for free today.
Guest Starring: Lex Friedman and Aleen Simms
Links and Show Notes: Support Clockwise with a Relay FM Membership Submit Feedback Dreo All-in-1 BaristaMaker Milk FrotherMikah's milk frother.
Baratza Virtuoso+Mikah's coffee bean grinder.
Oxo Rapid BrewerMikah's brewing solution.
Oxo Cold Brew Coffee MakerAleen's brewing tech.
Grounds for Change DecafAleen's coffee source of choice.
New Mexico Tea CompanyDan's tea purveyor of choice.
Breville Tea MakerDan's lovely tea maker.
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