Mac Observer Podcasts

Podcast Archives

1. Jul. 16th, 2021
   Security Friday: News Old and New, and Future Updates – TMO Daily Observations 2021-07-16

   Andrew Orr joins host Kelly Guimont to discuss updates to previous Security Friday news, and a couple of items coming to Firefox and iOS.

2. Jul. 16th, 2021
   Most Important macOS Features in Hindsight, with Jeff Gamet and John Kheit – ACM 551

   Bryan Chaffin, Jeff Gamet, and John Kheit get back to their retrospective look at Apple's operating systems by singling out the most important features in Mac OS, OS X, and macOS through the lens of hindsight.

3. Jul. 15th, 2021
   Thursdays with Bob: Bands on a Budget – TMO Daily Observations 2021-07-15

   Once again Dr Mac joins Kelly for Thursdays with Bob. Bob loves his Apple Watch, and loves watch bands. But not the bands (and prices) from Apple.

4. Jul. 14th, 2021
   This Week in Antitrust – TMO Daily Observations 2021-07-14

   Bryan Chaffin and Charlotte Henry join host Kelly Guimont to talk about some of Apple's current legal proceedings and consider some outcomes.

5. Jul. 13th, 2021
   Shortcuts: Starting out, and Inspiration – TMO Daily Observations 2021-07-13

   Today Bryan Chaffin and Andrew Orr join host Kelly Guimont to chat Shortcuts, including tips on getting started and sources for "inspiration."

6. Jul. 13th, 2021
   Is Apple About to Get Into The Sports Broadcasting Game? — Media+

   Tom Merritt joins Charlotte Henry to discuss Apple's rumored move into the sports broadcasting game. Could it? Should it?

7. Jul. 12th, 2021
   App Store Anniversary – TMO Daily Observations 2021-07-12

   Charlotte Henry and Dave Hamilton join host Kelly Guimont to look back on 13 years of the iOS App Store and share their first apps.

8. Jul. 12th, 2021
   Clone, Erase, Install, Restore — Mac Geek Gab 880

   Four Quick Tips that'll change your life. We promise. And that's only the first ten minutes of the episode! From there it's on to Dave and John answering your questions about network settings, app launching, Time Machine, and more. Plus, lots of Cool Stuff Found AND a discussion about cutting the cord. Press play and join your two favorite geeks in learning at least five new things!

9. Jul. 9th, 2021
   Most Important iOS Features in Hindsight, with Jeff Gamet and John Kheit – ACM 550

   Bryan Chaffin, Jeff Gamet, and John Kheit take a retrospective look at what—in hindsight—have turned out to be the most important features in iPhone OS/iOS.

10. Jul. 9th, 2021
    Security Friday: News on Data Privacy and a Practical PDF Tip – TMO Daily Observations 2021-07-09

    Andrew Orr joins host Kelly Guimont to discuss Security Friday news and updates, including data privacy and how to encrypt a pdf on your Mac.

11. Jul. 8th, 2021
    Thursdays with Bob: Beta Beware – TMO Daily Observations 2021-07-08

    Dr Mac drops by for Thursdays with Bob, and came with some advice about installing the new public betas from Apple. (Kelly is also on this episode)

12. Jul. 7th, 2021
    App Tracking Transparency and Android – TMO Daily Observations 2021-07-07

    Charlotte Henry joins host Kelly Guimont to discuss the "fallout" of App Tracking Transparency along with Fitness+ updates and a possible purchase.

13. Jul. 6th, 2021
    Let’s Get Physical — Media+

    Kelly Guimont and Dave Hamilton pull on their spandex and join host Charlotte Henry to unpack Apple TV+ show 'Physical'. They discuss how the show reflects life in the 1970s and '80s, and whether or not they care about what happens to the characters.

14. Jul. 6th, 2021
    Facebook v FTC – TMO Daily Observations 2021-07-06

    John Martellaro joins host Kelly Guimont to discuss the dismissal of the FTC suit against Facebook, and what exactly the issues with "Big Tech" are.

15. Jul. 5th, 2021
    I Want My, I Want My, I Want My … USB-C! — Mac Geek Gab 879

    It's a hot one, folks, and we're not talking about the weather! This episode is chock full of great Cool Stuff Found, answers to your questions, and more. Topics include free tools to keep your Mac running smoothly, a way to get free data on your phone, invoicing solutions for consultants, a quick way to activate your flashlight, free VPNs to use, and much, much more! Press play and enjoy learning five new things with John and Dave, your two favorite geeks!

16. Jul. 2nd, 2021
    Security Friday: News, Data Leaks, and Betas – TMO Daily Observations 2021-07-02

    Andrew Orr joins host Kelly Guimont to discuss Security Friday news, discuss data privacy, and talk about some public betas available for testing.

17. Jul. 1st, 2021
    Thursdays with Bob: Ergonomics and You! – TMO Daily Observations 2021-07-01

    Today Dr Mac gets everyone's heads out of their...screens...with some ergonomic tips and tricks for working on a portable computer.

18. Jun. 30th, 2021
    iPhone 12 Low-Light Photography, Movie-fication of TV, Jeff’s Shortcuts Tips, with Jeff Gamet – ACM 549

    Bryan Chaffin and Jeff Gamet talk about iPhone 12 Night Mode and low-light photography, Loki and the movie-fication of TV, and Jeff's Shortcuts tips.

19. Jun. 30th, 2021
    TV+ Updates with Media+ Host Charlotte Henry – TMO Daily Observations 2021-06-30

    Today Charlotte Henry joins host Kelly Guimont to discuss (Daytime) Emmy nominations, cast updates, and when/how you can pay for TV+.

20. Jun. 29th, 2021
    TV Tuesday: Martellaro’s Media Picks – TMO Daily Observations 2021-06-29

    John Martellaro joins host Kelly Guimont to discuss the "channels" feature of Apple TV+, and of course, what he's been watching lately.