
The director’s commentary track for Daring Fireball. Long digressions on Apple, technology, design, movies, and more.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 356 | Founded | 14 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | Technology | |||

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Gruber is a must listen for me.
Just a rambling podcast about nothing.
Mr. Gruber, is a pudgy, aging Apple Mac and iPod reviewer that’s no longer relevant in today’s complex tech and data world and just seems lost. He’s also got a severe case of TDS which has probably gotten worse with President Trump being re-elected to the White House. But his main problem is that he’s just a terrible interviewer. MAGA🇺🇸
Love the way John talks about Apple technology. Couldn't agree more with his takes on everything Apple.
However. He can't help himself when it comes to his stage 4 TDS.
We get it man. You don't like the Orange Guy. More than half the voting population does. Way to "brother eww" a chunk of your listener base.
This show popped back into my feed and I know John’s blog. I can’t believe what a rambling mess this show has become. It really felt like they were just filling time. Repeating the same points over and over again. Disappointed.
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Technology, design, and the Apple ecosystem are recurring themes, with discussions often veering into broader cultural commentary, film, and media influences. The podcast features a conversational style that typically includes anecdotes from the host and guests, reflecting on personal experiences related to the topics at hand. One noteworthy aspect is the blend of humor and critical analysis, resulting in engaging and thoughtful dialogues. The diversity of guests, from tech experts to cultural commentators, allows for various perspectives, making the content appealing to a range of interests within the technology space.
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