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MacBreak Weekly covers all things Apple: Leo, Andy Ihnatko, Jason Snell, and Christina Warren analyze every bit of news from the most interesting company in tech. From AI to Vision Pro, iPad to iPhone, these Apple experts know-all and tell-all. You can join Club TWiT for $10 per month and get ad-free audio and video feeds for all our shows plus everything else the club offers...or get just this po... more

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Apple is raising its subscription prices for both Apple Music & select Apple One bundles. The OpenAI & Apple legal battle is escalating. And are Siri's AI features finally coming to China?

• Apple raises prices for Apple Music and Apple One subscrip... more

Apple sues OpenAI! Public beta for iOS 27 & more is now available. Apple seeks to move to the M7 chips quickly. And Apple TV gets a record 87 total Emmy nominations!

• Apple sues OpenAI, accusing it of stealing company secrets.

• Apple says former... more

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Recent Guests

John Gruber
Founder of Daring Fireball
Daring Fireball
Episode: MBW 1029: Intimate Functionalities - Is the New Siri AI Good?
Mark Gurman
Bloomberg reporter covering Apple and tech, weekly guest on the show
Bloomberg
Episode: MBW 1020: AirPods for Your Face - Is the MacBook Neo a Hit?
David Pogue
Author of Apple, The First 50 Years
New York Times / CBS News books author
Episode: MBW 1018: 50 Years and Still Going Strong - Apple: The First 50 Years
Stephen Hackett
Guest from 512pixels, Connected Podcast, Real AFM
512pixels / Connected / Real AFM
Episode: MBW 1017: We Found a Google, and Put It In - WWDC 2026 Dates Announced!
Jason Snell
Journalist and podcaster, guest on episode
Mill Valley, California
Episode: MBW 1016: An Orca, a Trombone, and a Treasure Chest - AirPods Max 2 Unveiled
RJ Decker
Private investigator character used in promos
Promotional content
Episode: MBW 1015: Who Shot Apple Intelligence? - The MacBook Neo
Dan Moren
Writer and author, filling in on the podcast
Episode: MBW 1011: Oy and Whoop! - iPhones to the Moon!
Dr. Paris Buttfield Addison
Author and Apple developer with extensive experience in teaching Cocoa programming.
O'Reilly Media
Episode: MBW 1004: A Sad Farewell - Into the Cupertino Mists
Shelly Brisbin
A radio professional with a rich voice, known for insights on Apple and technology.
Texas Standard
Episode: MBW 999: Rough Depowdering - Apple's CEO Succession Speculation

Hosts

Leo Laporte
Host of MacBreak Weekly
Jason Snell
Host/guest on MacBreak Weekly
Christina Warren
Host and panelist on MacBreak Weekly
Andy Ihnatko
Host and panelist on MacBreak Weekly

Reviews

3.9 out of 5 stars from 3.2k ratings
  • Disappointing show

    Unlike other TWIT shows, this one has gone way downhill due to the panelists, other than Leo and Jason Snell (who is terrific). Christina is mostly annoying while Andy provides useless thoughts. In the most recent episode about the new Apple financing program, his comments were insulting at the very least and useless at best. Christina also was judgmental and unsure of her facts. While Jason is the voice of reason and knowledge. Listening to this show has become difficult, and no way would ... more

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    1
    Drlbg
    United States10 days ago
  • Ad podcast spam

    Why are you adding copies of podcasts to download to my device that are not from TWIT? Discovered I have like 50 downloaded podcasts for different companies on my feed in each of my Twit shows I listen to. On top of that its mainly the same episode of one show. Funny when you guys talk about ads killing media you are just as guilty

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Xander Cain
    United States10 days ago
  • So much better with Christine on the show

    I have been listening since episode 1. The show has almost always been a good listen, but it has improved significantly since Christine replaced Alex. I was getting annoyed with Alex’s unending monologues and his somewhat pompous and condescending tone (I’m sure he’s fitting in perfectly at Apple.)

    Christine is a breath of fresh air!

    …except when the subject turns to pop culture, but that’s a rare digression…I hope!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    That guy in the hat
    United States11 days ago
  • Might be time to move on

    The newest co-host to join the show is far too aggressively negative on Apple and dismissive of people who choose to select their products. I don’t need someone telling me I’m stupid for making choices to buy an Apple product. Andy just gets lost in himself and isn’t really adding much to the show at all. The only one with a real balanced view on Apple left is Jason. I stopped paying for the club, I think I’m close to an unsubscribe to the show completely at this point.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    donsullivan
    United States12 days ago
  • My Favorite

    I don’t have much time to listen to Podcasts, but when I do, this is the one I go to. As well as keeping me up to date on Mac stuff, it is more entertaining than some others. I especially like the picks of the week.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    WimuBug
    United Statesa month ago

Listeners Say

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

Listeners appreciate deep Apple-focused tech discussion and banter among seasoned hosts.
Christina's addition is seen as a energizing upgrade by many listeners.
A notable portion dislikes over-crosstalk and political commentary shifts.
Overall sentiment remains that the show provides strong Apple strategy and tech analysis, despite evolving dynamics.

Chart Rankings

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

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#52
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#78
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#45
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#63
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#161
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

MBW 995: Fuhgeddaboudit! - Apple Announces New M5 MacBook Pro & Vision Pro
Q: So if you've got a PS5, you should just pay the extra $100 or whatever, especially since you can find a lot of these out there used on eBay or as a refurb on Amazon.
Yes, and it provides a much better gaming experience.
MBW 986: Movies on the Moon - Apple's Leaked Upcoming Products!
Q: What do we expect on the Apple event on September 9?
Expect announcements about new iPhones, possibly a thinner iPhone, and details on Apple Watch advancements.
MBW 972: Future Jeopardy Champion - New Apple Accessibility Features!
Q: What is the opinion about Apple's current state regarding accessibility?
The hosts believe Apple is doing well in the space of accessibility and they're excited about the opening of features for Global Accessibility Awareness Day.
MBW 972: Future Jeopardy Champion - New Apple Accessibility Features!
Q: What are some of the new accessibility features being discussed?
They discussed features like Nutrition Labels for apps, improvements in the Magnifier app, and background sounds that help users at risk of losing their voices.
MBW 959: A Bricolage of Features - iOS 18.3.1, Powerbeats Pro 2, F1
Q: What are your thoughts on the security implications of the UK's request?
The panel discusses how such requests for backdoor access undermine user privacy, making it a widespread issue.

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Frequently Asked Questions About MacBreak Weekly

What is MacBreak Weekly about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A tech-focused roundtable centered on Apple and its broader ecosystem, with frequent guests and long-running hosts dissecting hardware, software, services, and market strategy. Episodes gravitate toward product roadmaps (MacBook Neo, Vision Pro), AI developments, leadership shifts, regulatory matters, and developer considerations, all interwoven with occasional pop-culture tangents. Notable strengths include a deep bench of Apple-savvy hosts and guest experts, spirited banter, and strong audience trust built over years. A recurring edge is balancing practical tech analysis with commentary on corporate strategy and industry trends, making it a go-to for listeners who want nuanced, insider-style conversations about Apple and its rivals. Poten... more

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