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AppStories is a weekly exploration of the world of apps by MacStories’ Federico Viticci and John Voorhees. Each week, they discuss the best new apps, the impact of apps on our culture, and cover the stories behind popular apps. Hosted by Federico Viticci and John Voorhees.

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This week on AppStories, Federico and John look at the confusing array of tools and naming conventions used by Anthropic and OpenAI.

On AppStories+, John explains how he automated two unautomatable Mac apps.

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This week on AppStories, Federico and John discuss Apple’s latest hardware announcements.

Then on AppStories+, Federico explains Notion Agents and Workers and how he’s using them.

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This week on AppStories, Federico and John cast our wishes for Apple hardware in 2026, covering everything from the latest rumored gear to more outrageous hopes.

On AppStories+, John and Federico share their top three everyday uses of AI tools.

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This week, Federico and John revisit App Intents to discuss where it came from, what it can do today, and the challenges Apple faces in integrating it with Apple Intelligence.

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Recent Guests

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John Mills
Co-founder of Watch Duty
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Dave Merritt
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Nadia Thorne
Game developer from Black Salt Games
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Hannah McIntosh
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Wout Van Halderen
Publisher of Balatro with Playstack
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Stephanie Weitzman
Chief of Operations and co-founder at Speechify
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Jud Coplan
Vice President of Product Marketing at Airbnb
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Teo Connor
Vice President of Design at Airbnb
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Hosts

John Voorhees
Co-creator and host with a focus on app ecosystems, workflows, and hands-on testing.
Federico Viticci
Co-creator and host with expertise in app design, indie apps, and MacStories coverage.

Reviews

3.8 out of 5 stars from 924 ratings
  • Sell outs!

    So Viticci was a big advocate against AI and now all he talks about it is AI building apps and such. Now he wants to post it to everyone to have. Must be a good payout to have these AI on their ads. Such a sellout.

    Apple Podcasts
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    MuskElonX
    United States2 months ago
  • John lacks insight, shallow

    John lacks insight, shallow

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    _111_1_
    United States2 months ago
  • Used to be good

    Might just as well rename this to AiStories. From no AI all the way to use and talk AI almost every week. Lol

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    mobile23
    Canada5 months ago
  • Can’t-Miss

    Every episode teaches me something new going on in the world of apps

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    canada49
    Canada10 months ago
  • Too much advertisement

    great listen except for the constant ads on top of the insane 8$ a month cost to listen….

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    Finn_of_oOo
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

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Many listeners enjoy the hosts' chemistry and real-world workflow tips.
Longtime listeners appreciate the deep dives into indie apps and productivity tooling.
Critics note ads and paid membership discussions detract from content for some.
Fans praise practical app recommendations and editorials from the hosts.
Some listeners feel discussions are too ad-heavy or subscription-focused.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#156
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#45
Italy/Technology
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#120
Indonesia/Technology
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#201
China/Technology
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#220
Brazil/Technology
Apple Podcasts
#231
Chile/Technology

Talking Points

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Q: Can you tell us a little bit about your app, Amy?
Amy's app, Chiron, helps individuals with Parkinson's disease by tracking symptoms and managing medications.
The Swift Student Challenge Interviews and watchOS and tvOS Wishes
Q: What inspired you to start coding?
Amy Key was inspired to start coding during her ninth grade when she was diagnosed with a rare chronic illness and had time to experiment with coding.
From Dashboard Widgets to Breaking News: Mark Gurman’s Path to Bloomberg
Q: Do you feel more pressure now when working on a big story and you know that you discovered something?
Yes, working at Bloomberg comes with a big responsibility to get it right, but the same principles apply as when I was at 9to5Mac.
Three Browsers Are Better Than One with Matt Birchler
Q: What was your approach to building the iOS version of Quick Reviews?
I wanted to create a better user experience for mobile users and learn iOS development in the process.
Three Browsers Are Better Than One with Matt Birchler
Q: Are you still using three different browsers on separate devices?
Yes, I use Safari on my iPhone and iPad, Zen browser on my personal Mac, and Arc on my work Mac.

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A tech-focused discussion show centered on apps, productivity tools, and the broader software ecosystem. Hosts frequently dissect new software releases, platform updates, and creative workflows, with a mix of hands-on usage tips, app recommendations, and practical debates about AI, automation, and developer strategies. Episodes balance deep dives into indie and mainstream apps with personal setup experiments, often highlighting Notion, Shortcuts, coding helpers, and the evolving role of AI in everyday workflows. A standout trait is the duo's hands-on approach and willingness to explore niche tools alongside big platform changes, making it valuable for listeners who want actionable app insights and productivity ideas.

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