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Mac Power Users

Relay
Apple
Productivity
Artificial Intelligence
Automation
Apple Intelligence
Ipad
Siri
Squarespace
Apple Technology
Icloud
St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
Notion
Apple Silicon
Iphone
Shortcuts
Macos
One Password
Keyboard Maestro
Vision Pro
Apple Watch

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

Federico Viticci breaks down iOS 27's Shortcuts updates: Describe a Shortcut, Else If, new automation triggers, and built-in data storage. Plus his coder era, Shortcuts Playground 2.0, and training a local model to build shortcuts.

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Lesser-known Mac apps that deserve way more attention: from AI typing assistants, to hacky Stream Decks, note-taking apps, helpful utilities, and beautiful desktop enhancements.

This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by:

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Stephen reports live from Apple Park on WWDC 2026: the post-keynote tech talk, Gemini partnership explained, and Siri AI that finally works. Plus shortcuts, photos AI, and more.

This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by:

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Myke Hurley joins us to discuss the launch of Designed in California, a new Apple history podcast with Jason Snell. Then we share our hopes for WWDC, what AI features we may see, and more!

This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by:

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Recent Guests

Myke Hurley
Co-founder of Relay, host of Upgrade, Connected
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Episode: 852: Designed in California and WWDC Wishlist with Myke Hurley
Marco Arment
Creator of Overcast, entrepreneur
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Episode: 850: Overcast Transcripts and 48 Mac minis with Marco Arment
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
David Pogue
Author and tech journalist, author of Apple, The First 50 Years
Author, PBS Nova, New York Times tech columnist
Episode: 839: Fifty Years of Apple with David Pogue
Stephen Robles
New co-host of Mac Power Users, former podcaster with Apple Insider
Episode: 834: I Am The Tardis
Tyler Stalman
Professional videographer and photography expert
YouTube channel Tyler Stalman
Episode: 822: iPhone 17 Photography with Tyler Stalman
Casey List
Developer, host of the Accidental Tech Podcast, and creator of Call Sheet
Call Sheet
Episode: 821: Developer Roundtable 2025

Hosts

David Sparks
Host of the show; long-time Mac power user and writer with focus on Apple ecosystems.
Stephen Robles
Co-host with a background in music and tech; contributes to Apple-focused workflows and automation discussions.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 2.1k ratings
  • Host Change Still Great Show

    I’ve been a long time listener and always enjoyed both the content and the dynamic between David and Stephen H. When there is a host change, you never know how it will work. Stephen R. Has been a great addition to the show. I’ve enjoyed his YouTube and other programs. He’s a great addition to MPU. Keep up the good work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    abc3+
    United States3 months ago
  • Great Show - episode 839

    Loved the discussion with David Pogue!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hog fan and Cowboy fan
    United States4 months ago
  • Peak Edutainment

    I listen to this in my sleep, and I swear I am learning from this in my sleep.

    Also, this podcast is ranked 61 in technology. I also like the swap of Stephens, Keep up the great work, David

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    review guyer 15
    United States4 months ago
  • Swapping Stephens

    Always loved MPU, but I love it even more after you added Stephen Robles. And I had to subscribe to get More Power Users!

    Keep up the great work, Sparky and Stephen

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    La Geek
    United States4 months ago
  • Great podcast

    I’m embarrassed to say I never knew about this show until I heard Steve (primarily tech Steve) was moving over. I have since gone back and listened to many episodes. It’s a great show and I look forward to seeing what you and Steve will come up with for future shows.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Zer0cyber
    United States4 months ago

Listeners Say

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Host transition has been positively received by long-time listeners.
Guests and topics often feel practical and useful for real-world workflows.
Listeners praise consistency and the dynamic between hosts.
Some critiques note excessive focus on certain topics or ads in some episodes.
Audience enjoys in-depth discussions on automation and Apple ecosystems.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#142
United States/Technology
Apple Podcasts
#101
Canada/Technology
Apple Podcasts
#243
United Kingdom/Technology
Apple Podcasts
#139
Germany/Technology
Apple Podcasts
#179
Italy/Technology
Apple Podcasts
#183
Australia/Technology

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

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.
850: Overcast Transcripts and 48 Mac minis with Marco Arment
Q: What model of transcription are you using on-device versus server-side, and why?
I rely on Apple's built-in speech transcription API on the device for certain tasks because it integrates well with iOS and provides acceptable speed, but for scale I use server-side Mac minis with Overcast Transcription to handle large volumes and ensure consistency across users.
850: Overcast Transcripts and 48 Mac minis with Marco Arment
Q: Marco, how many Mac minis are you running for Overcast Transcription and why that specific number?
I run 48 Mac minis because that many devices are needed to keep up with new podcasts being released daily; it provides enough parallelism to transcribe episodes at scale, given current hardware capabilities and the service's requirements.
848: eReaders and Workflows with Jason Snell
Q: What is your approach to creating the AI-powered newsletter-to-podcast process?
Jason outlines building a Python-based newsletter workflow, then integrating Claude Cowork and various TTS engines, adding chapter markers, handling code blocks and footnotes, and iterating to improve audio quality.
848: eReaders and Workflows with Jason Snell
Q: Do you guys want to talk about reading workflows?
Jason explains Libby as the starting point, then buying via Kobo when needed, and using Calibre for DRM-free copies and backups, with a typical workflow of Libby to Kobo and occasional export of notes.

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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?

Mac Power Users revolves around maximizing the use of Apple technology through practical workflows, tips, and in-depth guest discussions. Episodes frequently cover Mac and iOS productivity, automation, smart home setups, and AI-assisted workflows, often with guests who are practitioners or thought leaders in tech, writing, or Apple-focused ecosystems. Listeners likely value hands-on techniques, deep dives into tools like Keyboard Maestro, Shortcuts, and home automation, and thoughtful perspectives on staying productive within Apple ecosystems. The show is distinguished by its long-running, steady format, practical problem-solving, and a willingness to explore both hardware and software ecosystems with a focus on power users and professional... more

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4. Brett Terstra
5. Christopher Gambray Wallencheck
6. David Pogue
7. Stephen Robles
8. Tyler Stalman

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