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The Rebound

The Rebound
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A technology-ish podcast from Apple geeks Dan Moren, John Moltz, and Lex Friedman.

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes609Founded12 years ago
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Latest Episodes

Moltz is tired of renting and Lex must be tired of walking.

RIP iPhone Upgrade Program.

Apple passes Nvidia and is on its way to a $5 trillion valuation.

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Dan starts drinking early, James gets bad vibes and Moltz screams for ice cream.

Does Apple have a vibe coding problem?

Apple is scrapping the iPhone upgrade program for a new lease plan.

You're not gonna believe this but Dan has a new e-reader.

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Guy meets someone in the woods, Moltz makes a proposal and Dan finds books frustrating.

Apple is suing OpenAI, if you haven’t heard.

Apple is interested in this startup that is trying to run large AI models on a phone.

Who does AI think you are?

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This week Lex has audio issues, Dan wants to unload some old hardware and Moltz is tired of fireworks.

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Recent Guests

Guy English
Guest, front-row seat to the discussion
Episode: 595: Crapped On Their Own Legacy
James Thompson
Guest on the episode
Episode: 571: Goodness Grayskull!
Lex Friedman
A guest co-host joining the discussion
The Rebound
Episode: 498: The D Is For Disappointment

Hosts

Lex Friedman
Lex Friedman is a host/co-host on multiple iterations of the show, frequently contributing tech analysis and humor.
Dan Moren
Dan Moren is a host with recurring segments and technical perspective, often driving the experimental and practical tech talk.
John Moltz
John Moltz contributes humor, storytelling, and conversational dynamics as a core host.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 262 ratings
  • Episode 600

    The last two thirds of episode 600 is the best episode of The Rebound that I’ve ever heard!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    UrsineAmerican
    United States2 months ago
  • Awesome straightforward excellent

    I love this podcast. It is one of my favorites. It’s not only about technology and Apple, you get to know the hosts, and they have great chemistry.

    The only podcast I pay for. And worth it

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    groovybry
    United States8 months ago
  • New Favorite

    I only recently started listening to The Rebound, but it quickly became my favorite podcast because of the conversational nature and the great chemistry between the hosts.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kevin T.
    United Statesa year ago
  • Awesome

    I love this podcast. It is one of my favorites. It’s not only about technology and Apple, you get to know the hosts, and they have great chemistry.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    groovybry
    United States2 years ago
  • Lost its mojo…

    Listener questions never did it for me. And now they’re going paid sub only.

    Unsubscribed.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    nprg
    United Kingdom2 years ago

Listeners Say

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The hosts have great chemistry and banter, with insightful tech discussions.
Some episodes draw mixed reactions, especially around subscriber questions and non-tech tangents.
Listeners appreciate the mix of Apple talk and broader tech commentary.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#42
Norway/Technology
Apple Podcasts
#225
Argentina/Technology

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

605: I Don’t Want to Go to Tatooine
Q: Which non-Star Trek fantasy world would you most like to visit?
They discuss a utopian universe from Dark Matter with no smartphones and efficient living as a preferred reality, and then settle on Lake Como imagery from Star Wars settings as a preferred real-world analog.
605: I Don’t Want to Go to Tatooine
Q: What is one thing you're not good at that you wish you were good at?
Lex says he wishes he could play the piano better and be more handier around the house, while Dan notes struggling with choreography and really wants better party skills; both emphasize a desire to improve practical and performance skills.
606: Kick ‘Em When They’re Up
Q: Has Moltz booked his UK tickets with a link to Gizmodo's story about Star Trek 4 making the voyage back to UK cinemas?
The hosts discuss whether they'd consider watching or traveling for a movie re-release, with a sense that it could be fun but not a priority to travel internationally for such releases.
606: Kick ‘Em When They’re Up
Q: Listener Holger asks, primarily for Dan, I guess, how do you prepare for an upcoming Apple or otherwise PR briefing?
Dan explains that he mostly sits in on briefings, takes notes on new things, prepares specific questions for things like public betas, and appreciates when companies allow open-ended questions beyond a standard briefing.
602: Sequoia, Sonoma, Let's Call the Whole Thing Off
Q: Listener Jeeber asks if you've followed the Lego story and its latest updates with the IGN link; what's your take on this ongoing saga?
The hosts acknowledge awareness of the Lego-story chatter but admit varying levels of detail among them, using it as a prompt to discuss how online discourse can spiral around tech celebrity and consumer products.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Rebound

What is The Rebound about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A lively tech-centered discussion featuring three regular hosts who banter about Apple, software development, AI, and everyday tech anxieties. Episodes weave personal experiences with hands-on product talk, occasional guest appearances, and listener questions, creating a conversational mix of practical how-tos, industry commentary, and humor. Noteworthy are the frank debates on leadership and product strategy in the tech ecosystem, the blend of nerdy detail with accessible banter, and a willingness to explore adjacent topics like indie apps, app stores, and AI tooling while keeping a casual, relatable vibe for listeners who love technology and witty banter.

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