Mac Geek Gab — Apple Tips, Tricks, and Troubleshooting

Dave Hamilton, Pilot Pete & Adam Christianson

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Ios 26

Get answers to your Apple tech questions every week! Dave Hamilton, Adam Christianson, and Pilot Pete share tips, tricks, and troubleshooting advice for your Mac, iPhone, iPad, and more — all delivered in a fun, friendly way that helps geeks and everyday users alike. Don’t Get Caught without your tech working right!

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Publishes	Weekly	Episodes	1174	Founded	21 years ago
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It's Not a Crease, It's a Wave

Apple’s September 2026 keynote is in the books, and Pilot Pete, Adam Christianson, and Dave Hamilton are here to help you figure out what’s actually worth your money. You kick things off with the big question: what are your three favorite geeks gonna... more

14 Sep 2026 • 1 hr 34 min

Maybe It's "S-Bot"

Start Mac Geek Gab 1158 with Quick Tips you’ll actually use: trigger your iPhone’s camera from your Apple Watch, pull a full-quality photo out of any video in iOS 27, and find out why hybridsearchd is quietly eating your CPU in macOS Golden Gate. You... more

7 Sep 2026 • 1 hr 26 min

SneakerNet Is Real

Kick off Mac Geek Gab 1157 with a rapid-fire round of Quick Tips: find the new Siri option hiding in your Camera app, tame Archive Utility’s settings to streamline your workflow, and turn your scanner and printer into a DIY copier over FTP. You’ll al... more

31 Aug 2026 • 1 hr 20 min

Maslow vs. The Finder

Ever fire off a text that never actually sent? You’ll learn how to clear those stale unsent iMessages out of the More menu, move your Dock between displays using nothing but your cursor, and set exactly how long you share your location with iOS 27 (a... more

24 Aug 2026 • 1 hr 21 min

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Recent Guests

Jan Landy

Sound engineer, YouTube channel host

Self‑published channel

Episode: Save Room For Your iCloud Dessert

Greg in Orlando

Listener who contributed a product recommendation

Orlando, FL listener

Episode: Save Room For Your iCloud Dessert

Steve Hammond

Community member who discusses Home Assistant and MCP connector

Home Assistant community

Episode: Cool Stuff Found Marathon: 20+ Must-Know Mac Tools, Gadgets & AI Hacks

Manhattan Glenn

Listener leaving a review and tip, featured guest in the review segment

Listener/Reviewer

Episode: My Chatbot Ate My Inbox

Hosts

Pilot Pete

Air traffic control persona on show; co-host and active participant in troubleshooting and idea-generation.

Dave Hamilton

Host sharing tips and sponsor reads; central tech troubleshootier with long-running presence.

Adam Christianson

Co-host and contributor of tips; brings troubleshooting and questions from a user perspective.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.2k ratings

Great show!!
Started listening to MGG when Adam joined and have been listening ever since. You guys have a great chemistry, love the show.
Apple Podcasts
5
TaiPai59
United States21 days ago
Fantastic
I’ve been continuously listening since the podcast began. I have thoroughly enjoyed every episode. If you are a geek you’ll recognize Dave as the cool friend that was in your group of geeks. Adam is a great addition and it has been a joy watching his strait-laced personality slip into the goofy abyss as he has been worn down. They have broken him and now he’s one of the gang. Pete’s the friend that wants to be a geek and it’s fun listening to him. All together the band of three come from diffe... more
Apple Podcasts
5
iGuy1984
United Statesa month ago
Favorite Tech podcast
I always learn at least 5 new things! Love the video version on Youtube on occasion. Either way, it’s a great show! Great job!
Apple Podcasts
5
Hog fan and Cowboy fan
United States3 months ago
Favorite podcast for when I’m mowing the lawn
Weather you are new to Mac or a seasoned guru, the Mac Geek Gab will have something for you. Every level of geek will enjoy this show. The last few shows have been extra geeky. Which I really like.
Apple Podcasts
5
Jeff Murphy
United States4 months ago
True! At least five new things learned every week
Love This show. It is on my weekly must listen to list as they are constantly saying I actually do learn at least five new things every week. It is amazing little tricks and tips they provide that make working in an apple environment so much easier. Even as a non-power user, like myself, you should definitely listening to this podcast.
Apple Podcasts
5
NYCSteph18
United States4 months ago

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Apple Podcasts	#166	United States/Technology
Apple Podcasts	#149	United Kingdom/Technology
Apple Podcasts	#249	Canada/Technology
Apple Podcasts	#153	Australia/Technology
Apple Podcasts	#230	Italy/Technology
Apple Podcasts	#57	Argentina/Technology

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Take a Photo to Find Your Photos

Q: Is it worth upgrading to the new iPhone 18 Pro given price increases and AI feature expectations?

It depends on the user's need for AI features and memory; waiting could allow clearer specs and price guidance, but upgrading could be justified if the new AI features and memory provide meaningful longevity.

A Wonderful Opportunity to Get Super Confused

Q: Why does Safari drop website connections, and how can I troubleshoot?

Try a different browser to see if it's Safari-specific; use a private window to rule out cookies/local storage; then clear data for the specific site, and if needed switch to Firefox which uses its own DNS to bypass local DNS filtering.

The Green Light Never Lies

Q: Is there a way to change the default app for iOS to play audio when no app is active?

Currently there isn't a way to designate a single default audio app on iOS; the system tends to resume the last app in memory or fall back to the built-in Music app unless you explicitly cue a different app via voice commands.

Save Room For Your iCloud Dessert

Q: What are the best tools to archive or move iMessages long‑term?

iMazing is recommended as a primary option for archiving iMessages, with printing conversations to PDF as an alternative, though it can be cumbersome to navigate very long threads.

The eSIM Showdown, Sync Mysteries, and Must-Know Mac Tricks

Q: Is there a way to move from one internet provider to another without having to reconfigure all my IoT devices to a new SSID?

The hosts discuss that you can use the same SSID and password when switching providers, but you must also use the same security encryption type (e.g., WPA2 vs WPA3) to ensure seamless connectivity; otherwise devices may fail to log in or connect.

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What is Mac Geek Gab about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show acts as a practical hub for Mac, iPhone, and broader Apple ecosystem troubleshooting, tips, and real-world workflows. Episodes consistently blend quick how-tos, deep dives on system features, and listener-sourced problems, with a strong emphasis on practical solutions and sanity-saving best practices for everyday tech users. A standout trait is the hosts' collaborative banter and the way audience contributions drive most segments, from hardware tweaks and backup strategies to privacy tools and app workflows. A recurring edge is the integration of sponsor reads with hands-on guidance, making it a reliable destination for hands-on Mac and iOS problem-solving, especially for professionals who rely on Apple gear in their work and clie... more

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