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Mac Power Users

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Learn about getting the most from your Apple technology with focused topics and workflow guests. Creating Mac Power Users since 2009, one conversation at a time. Hosted by David Sparks and Stephen Robles.

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Latest Episodes

Sparky swapped his Mac Studio for an M6 Mac mini, and he breaks down everything a Mac mini can do as an always-on home server: backups, automations, app hosting, Plex, Docker, and more!

This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by:

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Emmy-winning composer Michael Whalen returns to talk about his Mac Studio, Logic Pro, and the move from making music to directing AI-assisted films. David and Stephen also discuss Apple's new home devices and the apps Michael uses every day.

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David is READY, launcher follow-up, Stephen tries Tailscale, new iOS 27 Shortcuts Actions, David's new gadget, and listener feedback!

This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by:

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David and Stephen compare the Apple Watch Ultra 4 and Series 12, discuss David's move to an M6 Mac mini for local AI and server work, and test Siri AI on everyday tasks.

This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by:

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Recent Guests

Michael Whalen
Emmy-winning composer, piano recording artist, video producer, and professor
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Episode: 871: AI Can't Fake Taste with Emmy-Winning Composer Michael Whalen
Tyler Stalman
Working photographer and videographer discussed as guest
Independent photographer/videographer
Episode: 868: Tyler Stalman Reviews iPhone 18 Pro Camera
Teddy Svoronos
Harvard Kennedy School professor
Harvard Kennedy School of Government
Episode: 865: Harvard Professor Teddy Svoronos on AI in the Classroom
Werner Jainek
Creator, co-founder of Things, CEO
Things
Episode: 863: 20 Years of Things with Werner Jainek
Stephen Robles
Guest who built a Kanban-style app called Condu
Independent developer
Episode: 861: Stephen Builds a New Task App
Merlin Mann
Original Mac Power Users guest; writer and podcaster
Independent
Episode: 860: The Friday Incident with Merlin Mann
Ian Byrd
Teacher of teachers; founder of Byrd Seed and Byrd Seed TV
Byrd Seed
Episode: 858: Making Educational Videos for 17 Years with Ian Byrd
Federico Viticci
Editor-in-Chief at MacStories, shortcuts expert
MacStories
Episode: 855: Federico Viticci Reverse Engineered Shortcuts
Myke Hurley
Co-founder of Relay, host of Upgrade, Connected
Relay
Episode: 852: Designed in California and WWDC Wishlist with Myke Hurley

Hosts

David Sparks
Host of Mac Power Users; technical writer and attorney with a focus on productivity and Apple ecosystem workflows
Stephen Robles
Co-host of Mac Power Users; experienced tech writer and presenter with a focus on practical Apple workflows and live reporting

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 2.2k ratings
  • Amount vs Number

    I love you too, guys, but please learn the difference between amount and number. If you can count something, use number. If it’s something like a liquid or a group or a crowd, it’s amount. So it’s not the amount of cameras, it’s the number of cameras

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CreaTECH
    Canadaa month ago
  • Excellent content for mac users

    This is a wonderful podcast for all things mac. Focuses on automation and useful apps. Also has some very interesting guests. I have been a listner since 2020 and I have enjoyed every episode. Sparky and Steve (new one) have great chemistry. The (old) Steve was great too if you want to go into the archive.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Data Sci King
    Ireland2 months ago
  • Mac Power Users is Awesome

    I have been listening to this podcast for some years now and I really enjoy it. David Sparks and Stephen Robles are entertaining and knowledgeable about many topics. Stephen is very technical and a bit of a geek in a good way. I would recommend this podcast for anyone interested in iOS automation gadgets. I listen to many iOS podcasts but this is one of my favorites. I actually subscribe and pay for their More Power Users” podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Superhero716
    United States2 months ago
  • Phenomenal Tech Show

    The hosts are great and the subjects are always on point. Thanks David and Stephen!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    textmano
    United States2 months ago
  • Love MPU!

    Great show, easy to listen to, and a source of great ideas to implement!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    say no to geofence
    United States2 months ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners praise practical, actionable tips and a steady, friendly host dynamic.
The show is seen as a valuable resource for Apple ecosystem optimization and productivity workflows.
Guest lineups and tech focus attract long-time listeners, though some episodes polarize when AI topics trend too far for some fans.

Chart Rankings

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

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#131
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#157
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#233
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#83
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#98
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#217
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

872: The Mighty Mac mini
Q: Can a Mac mini replace a cloud subscription to a frontier AI model?
David says a Mac mini can handle suitable local tasks such as transcription analysis and summarization, but its available models are not comparable to frontier models for demanding work.
872: The Mighty Mac mini
Q: What is Docker?
David describes Docker as a low-overhead way to run lightweight Linux containers, including self-hosted tools for uptime monitoring, household inventory, audiobooks, and ebook access.
871: AI Can't Fake Taste with Emmy-Winning Composer Michael Whalen
Q: What is the response to Suno and the rise of AI music?
Whalen expects AI music to remain partly a novelty and partly a tool for professional demos and arrangements. He says labels are concerned about royalty dilution and expects more documentation, licensing arrangements, and legal efforts to separate AI-generated music from existing commercial catalogs.
871: AI Can't Fake Taste with Emmy-Winning Composer Michael Whalen
Q: How are you using AI to create films, and what are you working on?
Whalen describes using AI tools for music videos, corporate films, and a series of animated explainers for children going to court. He designs characters himself and uses AI to render and animate them, with the goal of sourcing creative elements ethically.
865: Harvard Professor Teddy Svoronos on AI in the Classroom
Q: How has the rise of AI like ChatGPT affected teaching at the university level?
It's chaotic with many adopting, embracing, or resisting AI; there is a spectrum from fully in-person to leveraging AI to enhance learning, while balancing concerns about fairness, integrity, and the need for faculty to guide interpretation and judgment.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Mac Power Users

What is Mac Power Users about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show concentrates on practical Apple-focused workflows, productivity techniques, and deep dives into apps, automation, and hardware, with guests who bring hands-on experience in building tools, creating content, or optimizing workflows. Episodes frequently center on hands-on experimentation (AI-assisted processes, automation, and device ecosystems), vivid explorations of productivity systems, and discussions about future tech trends within the Apple ecosystem. Noteworthy are the steady two-host dynamic, high-frequency sponsor reads, and a penchant for practical tips you can apply immediately, from Shortcuts and AI tooling to hardware setups and content creation workflows. This mix makes it valuable for listeners who want actionable guid... more

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2. Tyler Stalman
3. Teddy Svoronos
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5. Stephen Robles
6. Merlin Mann
7. Ian Byrd
8. Federico Viticci

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