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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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The torch is passed to John Ternus who beings his first Apple event as CEO, espousing a new doctrine of the "intelligent personal hub." Then we dive into all the hardware announcements, iPhone Duo, Apple Watch Series 12, and more.

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Teddy Svoronos returns to the Mac Power Users. Teddy explains how he uses tech to teach at Harvard's Kennedy School of Government and the challenges of teaching in the age of A.I.

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Apple announced a brand new M6 chip, their first with 2nm process, plus upgraded Mac Studio. Does David regret his recent MacBook Pro purchase? Then we launch into listener feedback, Stephen's second new app, Raycast v2, and more.

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Werner Jainek of Cultured Code on nearly 20 years of Things: implementing Siri AI, building a custom sync engine, and staying independent and unfunded since 2007.

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Recent Guests

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
Myke Hurley
Co-founder of Relay, host of Upgrade, Connected
Relay
Episode: 852: Designed in California and WWDC Wishlist with Myke Hurley
Patrick Rhone
Apple consultant and author focused on intentionality
Patrick Rhone (author of Enough and Minimal Mac)
Episode: 845: Intentional Technology with Patrick Rhone
Brett Terstra
Developer and founder of Bear and Glass
Bear and Glass
Episode: 843: Bear and Glass Teaches Keyboard Control
Christopher Gambray Wallencheck
Co-founder of Bear and Glass
Bear and Glass
Episode: 843: Bear and Glass Teaches Keyboard Control

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
  • 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 Statesa month ago
  • Phenomenal Tech Show

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    textmano
    United Statesa month 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 Statesa month ago
  • Best Mac / Apple Podcast Ever

    It’s been around forever because it’s awesome. The regular hosts are great (Dave + Katie/Steven/Stephen) and the topics relevant and interesting. They’re trustworthy sages on all things Apple and the wider community is amazing as well. It’s the one podcast I don’t forget to listen to each week.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    davezovak
    United Statesa month ago
  • Years of solid, technical company

    Long-time listener, still one of my must-listens. The conversational format keeps it engaging without ever feeling padded, and the content consistently delivers actionable tips and up-to-date Mac news. Hosts clearly use what they talk about, which shows in the depth of the tips.

    If you actually want to change how you work on macOS/iOS/iPadOS for the better, this is the podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Emanuël Habets
    Germanya month ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

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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#101
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#77
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#210
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#118
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#22
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#23
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

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.
863: 20 Years of Things with Werner Jainek
Q: Why did Things choose not to use iCloud for syncing or pursue VC funding early on?
They built their own robust sync engine to ensure correctness and long-term control, and chose independence from VC funding to maintain pace and craft, avoiding pressure for rapid exits.
860: The Friday Incident with Merlin Mann
Q: Can you explain the concept of 'triangulation' and how you use data sources with LLMs?
Merlin describes triangulation as pulling from many data stores (transcripts, photos, subtitles, notes) to cross-check and contextualize information, enabling more accurate and connected outputs, and stresses setting up reliable data pipelines to support this workflow.
860: The Friday Incident with Merlin Mann
Q: How do you decide what tasks to hand to an AI versus doing them yourself?
He emphasizes a clear division of labor, using the AI for mechanical, repetitive tasks and as a helper to organize and summarise, while preserving core creative control and decision-making for himself and trusted collaborators.
850: Overcast Transcripts and 48 Mac minis with Marco Arment
Q: Do you foresee a shift to local models on phones in the future, reducing the need for Mac minis?
Yes, as phones get faster and local models become capable, the need for a large Mac mini rack may diminish; the long-term plan is for devices to handle more processing locally and share results across users, though this will depend on model quality and efficiency.

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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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3. Stephen Robles
4. Merlin Mann
5. Ian Byrd
6. Myke Hurley
7. Patrick Rhone
8. Brett Terstra

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