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Things kick off with a consideration of John's theoretical funeral. Merlin can't understand why John won't adopt him. In Follow-Up, your hosts briefly consider their recent bicentennial and agree that words about parts or multiples of a thing are way too confusing. As a main topic, John has questions about Merlin's fraught history with drawing. Wha…

Tesla is coming under fire for misleading customers with its self-driving promises. Does the case hold any water, and what are the consequences if Tesla is found guilty? Plus, deepfake pornography could (and SHOULD!) be taken to the courtroom as well. Finally — what are Netflix's proposed password sharing rules anyway? This episode of Rocket is spo…

Stephen talks a bit about what has been going on in Memphis, Federico gets folded up over rumors and Myke has a surprise. This episode of Connected is sponsored by: ExpressVPN: High-Speed, Secure & Anonymous VPN Service. Get an extra three months free. Indeed: Join more than three million businesses worldwide using Indeed to hire great talent fast.…

Our thoughts on an app aiming to be “the TikTok for text,” whether we're bothered by AI-generated content when it's accurate and useful, Apple's rumored foldable iPad, and our home speaker setups. This episode of Clockwise is sponsored by: How to Fix the Internet: The internet is broken—but it doesn’t have to be. Listen now. Guest Starring: Chris L…

There is a spy amongst us! Brad and Myke try to sort it out at the beginning of this week’s episode, before digging into the latest and greatest the stationary world has to offer. That includes deciding on THE ONE pen they could use for the rest of their lives. This episode of The Pen Addict is sponsored by: Micro.blog: A social network that embrac…

The benefits of a work-"vacation" and the discipline of shipping. This episode of Under the Radar is sponsored by: Issuu: Get started with Issuu today for FREE or sign up for an annual premium account and get 50% off Links and Show Notes: Corresponding Blog Post & Video xScope Greycation introduced on Cortex here Automated Keyword Transcript Suppor…

Tim Stringer joins us to talk about mortality, reinvention, and the fight to live a focused life. This episode of Focused is sponsored by: Zocdoc: Find the right doctor, right now with Zocdoc. Sign up for free. ExpressVPN: High-Speed, Secure & Anonymous VPN Service. Get an extra three months free. Guest Starring: Tim Stringer Links and Show Notes: …

Alex and Kathy talked in December about Twitter. Hindsight sure is an interesting thing. They also celebrate no San Francisco Murder Bots, mourn the loss of the Mars Rover, and look forward to what might come next for the social Internet. Links and Show Notes: Important Note: Kathy and friend of the show Jay Miller have launched SUPER CONDUCTOR, a …

This is the episode where our brains break as we try to process wild rumors of folding iPads and Siri-driven VR app development. Also, proving the raw interactive power of UpgradeFeedback.com, Myke hears from many listeners about why they choose to use the 16-inch MacBook Pro. Jason, meanwhile seems to hate plants. This episode of Upgrade is sponso…

In this episode of the Software Club, David and Stephen talk about Fantastical and how it compares to Apple's default Calendar application. Michael Simmons then joins them to discuss Fantastical's history and the changes he's seen in the Apple software ecosystem over the years. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password: Never forge…

Yet again, Flo is out sick this week. But thankfully, we have Andy to hold down the fort and explain why it's been an alarming week for Google. First, there were massive layoffs, with news that resonated through the zeitgeist. And then, the US Department of Justice came down with the antitrust banhammer. What will happen to Google next? This episod…

Rose and David spent some time looking at Raycast, the latest Mac launcher to arrive on the market, and compare it to their current favorite launcher, Alfred. This episode of Automators is sponsored by: Issuu: Get started with Issuu today for FREE or sign up for an annual premium account and get 50% off Electric: Unbury yourself from IT tasks. Get …

On The Last Detail, Tom and Dan invite a guest on to chat about an object that is meaningful to them. They dive deep into that object, discussing the design, the manufacturing process, the good, and bad, and everything in-between. Today’s guest is Stephan Ango, the cofounder of Lumi, and now at Obsidian, software for note taking and thought process…

We are distressed. (Part 2 of 2) Links and Show Notes: Support Pictorial with a Relay FM Membership Pictorial #68: AI Art, Revisited - Relay FM AI tells me if AI will write novels. - YouTubeAutor: Betty Chen and Quinn Rose

Longtime Twitter users are cast into mourning as Twitter cuts off API access for third-party clients. Many of those apps are beloved by Twitter's power users and built the site that we know and love — love? Is that the right word? — today. Then, furor online over the reveal that CNET has long been using AI to write select financial articles, and th…

Accountability is a common theme in productivity, but how do you do it so that it's actually helpful? Jay and Kathy help with some tips. Also: Announcing Super Conductor! The Conduit Membership Show that includes extra content, no ads, and a fortnightly virtual coworking meetup! This episode of Conduit is sponsored by: Micro.blog: A social network …

Stephen reads some poetry, some Macs got reviewed and Federico makes a confession about his computing life. This episode of Connected is sponsored by: Squarespace: Make your next move. Enter offer code CONNECTED at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase. Fitbod: Get stronger, faster with a fitness plan that fits you. Get 25% off your membershi…

Whether we spec up our Macs, our philosophy on menu bars, what we use for pointing devices, and our screen sizes of choice. This episode of Clockwise is sponsored by: Issuu: Get started with Issuu today for FREE or sign up for an annual premium account and get 50% off How to Fix the Internet: The internet is broken—but it doesn’t have to be. Listen…

Batman, Tutankhamen, and now this one? Montegrappa has done it again! Brad and Myke talk about their latest unbelievable pen design, discuss the annual Lamy AL-Star release, and one of the strangest pens to cross Brad’s desk in some time. This episode of The Pen Addict is sponsored by: Squarespace: Make your next move. Enter offer code PENADDICT at…

Our favorite cakes, in honor of Tiff's birthday. This episode of Top Four is sponsored by: DoorDash: Get 50% off up to a $20 value and zero delivery fees. Links and Show Notes: Wikipedia: List of cakes Cakes on Hudson Support Top Four with a Relay FM MembershipAutor: Marco Arment and Tiff Arment