MacStories Unwind

MacStories Unwind episodes:

• 05.16.2024

  So, I Was Thinking About the iPad Pro...

  This week, Federico proposes an iPad Pro experiment and he and John both recommend Steam Early Access games, one of which is also on iOS. This episode is sponsored by: Kolide – It ensures that if a device isn’t secure...

  
• 05.10.2024

  Federico Visits Medium Ben

  This week, Federico and John discuss how Apple crushed it at its iPad event, and Federico lets loose in London. Links and Show Notes Crushing It Apple's Crush! ad Hugh Grant, Justine Bateman and More Slam Apple for...

  
• 05.03.2024

  An Ant BBQ

  This week, we return to an animal kingdom to discuss invading fire ants, raccoons, and wild boar before recommending a Mario classic and Amazon's TV adaptation of the Fallout videogame series. Links and Show Notes Ghost in the TV...

  
• 04.26.2024

  iOS Retro Gaming 5 Eva

  This week, why game emulators on iOS are a big deal, Girls5eva, and Franklin. This episode is sponsored by: Kolide – It ensures that if a device isn’t secure it can’t access your apps. It’s Device Trust for Okta. Watch the...

  
• 04.19.2024

  Cattywampus

  This week, John is wired, we explore Southern expressions, share some Legion Go follow-up and have app, hardware, TV, and music picks. This episode is sponsored by: Listen Later – Listen to the Articles as Podcasts Links and...

  
• 04.12.2024

  It's All Been Leading up to This

  This week, at long last, Federico has reached the pinnacle of handheld gaming with a setup that he's been working toward for years. This episode is sponsored by: Kolide – It ensures that if a device isn't secure it...

  
• 04.05.2024

  I Don't Believe This Website

  This week, cicadas invade Italian TV, John tries an espresso soda, Dragon's Dogma 2, The Creator, and what's next in our media queues. Links and Show Notes Unplugged Previous cicada coverage Espresso Sodas Coffee soda: a...

  
• 03.29.2024

  Federico's Film Fest: Memento

  This week, Federico and John are joined by Jonathan Reed to discuss Christopher Nolan's film, Memento and our weekly On Deck picks. This episode is sponsored by: Kolide – It ensures that if a device isn't secure it can't...

  
• 03.22.2024

  Okay, I Have a Whole Thing

  This week, Federico watched Eternal Sunshine of a Spotless Mind and has a request for listeners, and John's favorite new TV show is The Gentlemen. Links and Show Notes Picks Federico’s Pick: Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind...

  
• 03.15.2024

  MacStories Unwind: A Videogame Doubleheader

  Spring is in the air, the cicadas are coming, and Federico is teasing a bigger and better MultiButton shortcut. That makes it the perfect time for a videogame doubleheader with Balatro and Final Fantasy VII Rebirth. This episode is sponsored...

  
• 03.08.2024

  Live MacPad Q&A from the Club MacStories Town Hall

  This week, Federico and John are joined by Jonathan Reed in the Club MacStories Discord community for a live question and answer session about Federico's MacPad setup. Links and Show Notes MacPad: How I Created the Hybrid Mac-iPad...

  
• 03.01.2024

  Obsessing over Wi-Fi

  This week on Unwind, Federico teases a big project he's been working on that will be out on MacStories next week, plus both he and John obsess over their Wi-Fi setups but wish Apple would make hardware that made it...

  
• 02.23.2024

  Ripping CDs for a Living

  This week, John shares his tech discoveries during a visit to a classical radio station, Federico finally goes for a spider-style gaming Wi-Fi router, and John recommends Criminal Record on Apple TV+. This episode is sponsored by: Paste – Endless...

  
• 02.16.2024

  Vision Pro Q&A with Club MacStories Members

  This week, Federico and John answer questions from Jonathan Reed and Club MacStories members about the Apple Vision Pro live from the Club MacStories Discord audio channel. This episode is sponsored by: Kolide – It ensures that if a...

  
• 02.09.2024

  Like a Self-Reliant Final Fantasy Dragon

  This week on MacStories Unwind, Federico recommends the Final Fantasy VII Rebirth demo and Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth, while I enjoy Self Reliance on Hulu. Sponsored By: Memberful – Help Your Clients Monetize Their Passion Links...

  
• 02.02.2024

  John's Surprise Payback

  This week on MacStories Unwind, John turns the tables, surprising Federico with a more flexible, modular desk setup. Sponsored By: Kolide – It ensures that if a device isn't secure it can't access your apps.  It's Device Trust for...

  
• 01.26.2024

  Diablo Mode, Part 3 of Federico's Gaming Surprise

  Sponsored By: Club MacStories Notes and Links ASUS Accessoires Yuzu Android with NCE PSA: If you're using Yuzu - ENABLE NCE ASAP Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 Snapdragon 8 Gen 3...

  
• 01.19.2024

  Godzilla Vs. Ticci's Surprise, Part 2

  Links and Show Notes John's Pick Magic Rays of Light Godzilla Minus One Trailer Watch Godzilla Minus One in dazzling black and white during limited US run Monarch: Legacy of Monsters Ticci's Absolutely Bananas Gaming Tablet...

  
• 01.12.2024

  Federico's New Year Surprise

  Links and Show Notes Federico's New Year Surprise The Yuzu Switch emulator Switch Hacking Is Easy Hekate Nintendo Switch Piracy & Hacking - Did You Know Gaming Ft. Dazz Discoverer of the Tegra chip exploit Follow us on...

  
• 12.22.2023

  The Best Videogame Hardware and Games of 2023

  Links and Show Notes Hardware Picks Asus ROG Ally XG Mobile 4090 OLED Steam Deck Steam Clip Deckmate Allymate XREAL Air UVC Capture on the iPad Orion app Ayn...

  
• 12.15.2023

  The Best TV Shows and Movies of 2023

  This episode is sponsored by: Television Time – Your Ultimate Companion for tracking your favorite shows, and discovering new ones. Kolide – It ensures that if a device isn’t secure it can’t access your apps. It’s Device Trust for...

  
• 12.08.2023

  The Best Music of 2023

  This episode is sponsored by: Longplay – Rediscover, enjoy and organize your album collection. Kolide – It ensures that if a device isn’t secure it can’t access your apps. It’s Device Trust for Okta. Watch the demo today! ...

  
• 12.01.2023

  Streaming Games at Home

  This episode is sponsored by: Kolide – It ensures that if a device isn’t secure it can’t access your apps.  It’s Device Trust for Okta. Watch the demo today! Links and Show Notes Gaming gear Sony...

  
• 11.24.2023

  The Untold Story of Turkey Pardons

  Federico Has Questions About Thanksgiving The president once again pardons turkeys who did nothing wrong, but why? Federico’s Pick: Suburræterna on Netflix Trailer Previous Recommendation:Suburra: Blood on Rome on Netflix John’s Pick:...

  
• 11.17.2023

  Super Mario Bros. Wonder

  This episode is sponsored by: Kolide – It ensures that if a device isn’t secure it can’t access your apps.  It’s Device Trust for Okta. Watch the demo today! Show Notes Watch: Trailer Read: ...

  
• 11.10.2023

  A Trip to Flavortown

  This episode is sponsored by: Kolide – It ensures that if a device isn’t secure it can’t access your apps.  It’s Device Trust for Okta. Watch the demo today! Links and Show Notes Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives on...

  
• 11.03.2023

  You Know I Have a Problem with Controllers

  Links and Show Notes Capturing ideas and tasks with Things Things by Cultured Code Connected, Episode 474, Redesigned Into a Butterfly Federico’s Pick: Now and Then by The Beatles John’s Pick: Crkd Nitro Deck, Purple...

  
• 10.27.2023

  Don't Bend the Fiber

  Links and Show Notes Gadgets Ecobee Smart Doorbell Camera Ecobee Smart Doorbell Camera review: bigger view, fewer notifications Nubia RedMagic Adapter for Red Magic 7 Food Pulled Pork Hushpuppies Follow us on...

  
• 10.20.2023

  A Nintendo Boy at Heart

  This episode is sponsored by: Kolide – It ensures that if a device isn’t secure it can’t access your apps.  It’s Device Trust for Okta. Watch the demo today! Links and Show Notes Unplugged If you could interview...

  
• 10.13.2023

  AV Club Edition, Only Murders in the Building

  This episode is sponsored by: iMazing 3 is coming, macOS and the public beta is available now. Links and Show Notes Watch Season 3 Trailer No one roasts Conan O'Brien like Martin Short ...

  
• 10.06.2023

  Flora and Son and Federico's Latest Tech Discovery

  This episode is sponsored by: Kolide – It ensures that if a device isn’t secure it can’t access your apps.  It’s Device Trust for Okta. Watch the demo today! Links and Show Notes John's Pick Flora and...

  
• 09.29.2023

  Road Trips, Casino Heists, and Apple Podcasts

  This episode is sponsored by: Kolide – It ensures that if a device isn’t secure it can’t access your apps.  It’s Device Trust for Okta. Watch the demo today! Links and Show Notes Road Trips Federico, Pittsburgh, and...

  
• 09.22.2023

  Preparing for Downtime and a Roadtrip Audiobook About Dragons

  This episode is sponsored by: Kolide – It ensures that if a device isn’t secure it can’t access your apps.  It’s Device Trust for Okta. Watch the demo today! Links and Show Notes Federico’s Season of Sci-Fi and Tech:...

  
• 09.15.2023

  Our All-Time Favorite Movies

  This episode is sponsored by: Daylite CRM: Spend less time managing your business and spend more time doing what you love. Regain control now! Links and Show Notes John’s Pick Indiana Jones and the Raiders...

  
• 09.08.2023

  A Game Boy Webcam for iPad, Grits, and Plane

  This episode is sponsored by: Kolide – It ensures that if a device isn’t secure it can’t access your apps.  It’s Device Trust for Okta. Watch the demo today! Links and Show Notes Federico's Game Boy Webcam for iPad...

  
• 09.01.2023

  We Bought It for the Same Dumb Reason

  This episode is sponsored by: Kolide – It ensures that if a device isn’t secure it can’t access your apps.  It’s Device Trust for Okta. Watch the demo today! Links and Show Notes Simultaneous Invention, but for shopping...

  
• 08.25.2023

  The Most Sought-After Tech in All of Arizona Circa 2010

  This episode is sponsored by: Kolide – It ensures that if a device isn’t secure it can’t access your apps.  It’s Device Trust for Okta. Watch the demo today! Show Notes Links and Show Notes John's Old Tech Pick:...

  
• 08.18.2023

  I'm 35, I've Had a Hot Dog!

  Links and Show Notes Vacations, OS Updates, and Widgets iOS and iPadOS 17 After One Month: It’s All About Widgets, Apps, and Stage Manager macOS Sonoma: The MacStories Preview Hot Dogs Hot Dog History ...

  
• 08.11.2023

  The Beanie Baby Craze

  This episode is sponsored by: Kolide – It ensures that if a device isn't secure it can't access your apps.  It's Device Trust for Okta. Watch the demo today! Show Notes Links and Show Notes Universal Control ...

  
• 08.04.2023

  AV Club Edition: Silo, on Apple TV+

  Links and Show Notes Silo Watch the show: Official Trailer Silo Apple TV Show Page Read the books: Silo Book Series on Goodreads Silo Series Review on Wired

  
• 07.28.2023

  It's Easy to Break Your YAML

  This episode is sponsored by: Kolide – It ensures that if a device isn't secure it can't access your apps.  It's Device Trust for Okta. Watch the demo today! Links and Show Notes MacStories Unplugged Blue-Tailed...

  
• 07.21.2023

  What If a Donut Was a Line?

  Links and Show Notes Ticci's Spanish churros from Xurreria Trebol Federico’s Picks: Music the record by boygenius (So Much For) Stardust by Fall Out Boy TV Shows Shrinking Platonic Silo...

  
• 07.14.2023

  How We Write

  This episode is sponsored by: Kolide – It ensures that if a device isn't secure it can't access your apps.  It's Device Trust for Okta. Watch the demo today! Show Notes Links and Show Notes Federico’s Pick: ...

  
• 07.07.2023

  What's the Deal with Fireworks

  Links and Show Notes The Fourth of July Where to Watch the Chicago Fourth of July Fireworks 2023 Fireworks regulations in the US McGuire Nuclear Station sirens sounded accidentally. No emergency at plant. iOS 17-Compatible MagSafe...

  
• 06.30.2023

  I Scream, You Scream, We All Scream for Gelato

  Ice Cream Gelato Ellie May's Dang Good Ice Cream Frozen Custard Dairy Queen Blizzard Cornetto Maritozzo Affogato Italian Ice Granita Grattachecca Platonic Available on Apple TV+ Trailer Vengeance ...

  
• 06.23.2023

  AV Club Edition: The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom

  Links and Show Notes Watch: Game Trailer Nintendo’s Ask the Developer interview for Tears of the Kingdom Read: MacStories Review of TOTK Travel Guide App Available on the App Store here...

  
• 06.16.2023

  A Chicken Truck, Ice Water, and boygenius

  Links and Show Notes Wilmington, North Carolina Why Federico knows Wilmington Dawson's Creek One Tree Hill boygenius the record boygenius tour dates Follow us on Mastodon Federico Viticci John Voorhees ...

  
• 06.09.2023

  A Decade of WWDC with Myke Hurley

  This episode is sponsored by: iMazing – The Powerful Local Tool for iPhone and iPad Management Links and Show Notes A Decade at Dub Dub Cortex 143, Apple Vision Pro: Experiencing the Future The Prompt ...

  
• 06.01.2023

  Travel Stories and Games

  Links and Show Notes John’s Pick: Laya's Horizon by Snowman Website Trailer MacStories review Follow us on Mastodon Federico Viticci John Voorhees Follow us on Instagram Federico Viticci John Voorhees

  
• 05.26.2023

  The Last of Us, Game and TV Show

  This episode is sponsored by: SaneBox – Clean up Your Inbox Today and Keep It That Way Forever Links and Show Notes Play: The Last of Us Part I Watch: ...