Mac Power Users
Episodes
47: Dropbox Awesomeness
10 Apr 2011
Contributed by Lukas
David and Katie are joined by Eddie Smith of Practically Efficient to discuss all that is awesome about Dropbox. The trio discuss how to use Dropbox ...
46: Workflows with Merlin Mann II
27 Mar 2011
Contributed by Lukas
David and Katie sit down again with Merlin Mann. Merlin updates us on his workflows and his latest projects.
45: Finding Files and Tagging
13 Mar 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Katie and David, joined by Mac mad scientist Brett Terpstra, cover the many ways to organize and find files on your Mac. This show includes tips on ...
44: Taking Notes on Mac OS X and iOS
27 Feb 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Katie and David tackle how to take notes in a variety of contexts using your Mac and iOS devices.
43: Back to Backup (Live from Macworld 2011)
13 Feb 2011
Contributed by Lukas
This episode was recorded live on the Macworld Expo show floor. In it, David and Katie go back to backup and talk about their favorite strategies and ...
42: Contacts and Calendars
22 Jan 2011
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Katie and David tackle managing contacts and calendars on your Mac and iOS Devices.
41: Writing “Mac at Work”
09 Jan 2011
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode David and Katie talk about David’s book, Mac at Work. David explains how he bumbled his way through the publishing process and the t...
40: Choosing The Right Mac
26 Dec 2010
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Katie and David discuss the differences among the Apple computers to help listeners choose the right Mac for themselves or when assist...
39: Workflows with Paul Kent and Macworld 2011
12 Dec 2010
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Katie and David interview IDG executive Paul Kent about how he uses Apple technology to organize and run the Macworld Conference and ...
38: iTunes Intensive
28 Nov 2010
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Katie and David dig deep on iTunes including Library management, playlists, sharing, and network attached storage.
37: Markdown and MultiMarkdown
14 Nov 2010
Contributed by Lukas
Katie and David tackle the use of Markdown and MultiMarkdown to write for the Web and more. This episode also includes an interview with Fletcher Penn...
36: Traveling with the iPad
24 Oct 2010
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Katie and David talk about their recent travels with the iPad and discuss when the iPad can serve as a notebook replacement and when i...
35: Money Managers, Task Management on the iPad, Car Stereos and the Book
04 Oct 2010
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Katie and David catch up with listener questions and cover a few common questions including money management and iPad task management...
34: Keynote
20 Sep 2010
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, David and Katie talk about Keynote and share their presentation mojo.
33: Workflows with Andy Ihnatko
28 Aug 2010
Contributed by Lukas
This workflows episode is with technology writer and all around swell guy, Andy Ihnatko.
32: Pictures and Your Mac
08 Aug 2010
Contributed by Lukas
Just in time for summer vacation Katie and David talk about storing, organizing and managing photos on your Mac.
31: Speaking to Your Mac
25 Jul 2010
Contributed by Lukas
David and Katie talk about speech recognition software for the Mac, focusing on the powerful dictation applications MacSpeech Dictate and MacSpeech Sc...
30: Mac Gadgetier
12 Jul 2010
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Katie and David cover some of their favorite Mac related gadgets.
29: Workflows with Jason Snell
28 Jun 2010
Contributed by Lukas
Continuing in our Workflows series, we chat with Macworld Editor Jason Snell. Jason shares how he uses his Mac to juggle his job and shares with us hi...
28: Using a Mac in a Windows World
13 Jun 2010
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode David and Katie discuss strategies and solutions for dealing with that *other* operating system.
27: iPad Power Session
31 May 2010
Contributed by Lukas
After spending a few months with the iPad, Katie and David reflect on how they get work done on them.
26: Workflows with Dan Benjamin
17 May 2010
Contributed by Lukas
This is our second show in the "Workflows" series. Our guest is programmer, writer, and podcaster Dan Benjamin.
25: Geeking Out With Hazel
24 Apr 2010
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, David and Katie talk about how to keep your Mac clean and organized using Noodlesoft's Hazel. Hazel watches folders and runs actions ...
24: Home Networking
03 Apr 2010
Contributed by Lukas
Katie and David talk through home networking including wired and wireless solutions along with common pitfalls and speed bumps.
23: Workflows with Merlin Mann
13 Mar 2010
Contributed by Lukas
In our first "Workflows" episode we talk with Merlin Mann, or as David calls him, the "Hero of Nerds." Merlin discussed how he uses his Mac for his...
22: Traveling With Your Mac
05 Mar 2010
Contributed by Lukas
Fresh back from our trip to Macworld, Katie and David talk all about traveling with your Mac. The duo talk about bags, power, accessories, backing up ...
21: Interviews from the Macworld 2010 Show Floor
20 Feb 2010
Contributed by Lukas
This is the last of our Macworld 2010 special episodes. In this episode we speak with various vendors about what's new and what products we can look f...
20: Live from Macworld 2010
15 Feb 2010
Contributed by Lukas
This is the last of our Macworld 2010 special episodes. In this episode we speak with various vendors about what's new and what products we can look f...
19: 1Password
08 Feb 2010
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Katie and David talk about one of their favorite programs, 1Password. This application does more than just auto-fill passwords. The ho...
18: Managing The Onslaught
30 Jan 2010
Contributed by Lukas
The daily barage of links, feeds, and e-mail sites can become overwhelming. In this episode, David and Katie talk about managing the the daily flood o...
17: DNS and Macworld 2010
17 Jan 2010
Contributed by Lukas
It's a jam packed show this week. We discuss alternative DNS services including OpenDNS and Google's DNS service with special guest George Starcher. W...
16: Information Managers
01 Jan 2010
Contributed by Lukas
This has been one of our most requested episodes. We talk all about information managers. These are applications that handle all those random bits of ...
15: Scrivener
12 Dec 2009
Contributed by Lukas
We got a lot of feedback about episode 5 Word Processing and Writing, apparently people just keep looking for better word processors. So, we decided t...
14: Buying and Selling Macs
21 Nov 2009
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we talk about tips and tricks when buying and selling Macs. Whether you're a switcher buying your very first Mac, or a seasoned Mac us...
13: Task Management Smackdown
03 Nov 2009
Contributed by Lukas
We've gotten a lot of requests for this episode, so here it is, our Task Management Smackdown. In one corner, David and The Omni Group's Omni Focus. I...
12: Troubleshooting Your Mac
15 Oct 2009
Contributed by Lukas
Macs are typically very reliable machines, but from time to time they can cause you trouble. In this episode, we discuss recommendations for identifyi...
11: Services and Macworld 2010
29 Sep 2009
Contributed by Lukas
This episode provides an introduction to automation. Subjects include Applescript, Automator, and Snow Leopard Services. We also had Macworld Expo Dir...
10: Mac Security
14 Sep 2009
Contributed by Lukas
This episode includes a survey of security issues for Mac owners. Subjects include virus and trojans, phishing and web security, and physical security...
9: Getting Ready for Snow Leopard
16 Aug 2009
Contributed by Lukas
We know, we were supposed to do a show about security this week. But with all the news coming out about Snow Leopard we just couldn't help ourselves. ...
8: Backup!
09 Aug 2009
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, David and Katie discuss backup tools, strategies and plans.
7: LaunchBar Blackbelt
26 Jul 2009
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we cover popular application launcher, LaunchBar. This episode goes beyond the basics and includes are several power user tips. We rec...
6: Setting Up A New Mac
10 Jul 2009
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we talk all about setting up a new Mac. Do you want to migrate your data or start from scratch? What are the options for getting your ...
5: Word Processing and Writing
28 Jun 2009
Contributed by Lukas
Episode five takes on word processing and writing on your Mac. It is no longer all about Microsoft Word. Apple's own Pages is becoming a contender and...
4: Staying in Sync
04 Jun 2009
Contributed by Lukas
In our fourth episode we talk about a subject that plagues many Mac users, keeping thing in sync. Whether you're trying to sync documents or data to a...
3: Going Paperless
23 May 2009
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we discuss all the steps necessary to take your piles of paper and get it into your Mac and organized.
2: All About E-Mail (Part 2)
12 May 2009
Contributed by Lukas
In part 2 of our E-mail series we go in-depth on our various systems for managing email, the pros and cons of each system, developing a good email w...
1: All About E-Mail
05 May 2009
Contributed by Lukas
We actually talked about e-mail for 2 hours. But we didn't want to scare too many people away with our very first podcast so we decided to release thi...