MacStories Unwind

MacStories Unwind

By: Federico Viticci and John Voorhees

Language: en

Categories: Technology, News

MacStories Unwind is a fun exploration of media and more.

Episodes

Best Videogames of 2025
Dec 12, 2025

This week, Federico and John share their favorite TV shows and movies of 2025.

Also available on YouTube here.

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2025's Best Videogames

Federico's Backlog: Ghost of Yōtei Hades II Kingdom Come: Deliverance II Hollow Knight: Silksong Despelote Shinobi: Art of Vengeance FINAL FANTASY TACTICS – The Ivalice Chronicles John's Backlog: Metroid Prime 4 Hades II Dispatch Ghost of Yōtei Shinobi: Art of Vengeance Unbeatable Federico's Top Games: Mario Kart World Megabonk Ball x Pit Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Donkey...

Duration: 00:24:31
The Best TV Shows and Movies of 2025
Dec 05, 2025

This week, Federico and John share their favorite TV shows and movies of 2025.

Also available on YouTube here.

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2025's Best Movies and TV Shows

John's Movie Pick: Fantastic Four: First Steps Thunderbolts Alien Romulus Federico's Picks: Pre–2025 Shows: Friends The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel 2025 Releases: Running Point Nobody Wants This Severance on Apple TV Hacks John's TV Picks: Task Slow Horses on Apple TV Say Nothing The book The audiobook

Unwind Deal

Today's Apple's Holi...

Duration: 00:22:16
Turkey Trots, TV Affiliates, and Holiday Watch Plans
Nov 28, 2025

This week, the Macy's Thanksgiving Parade, Federico is curious about American TV and has a TV pick, while John follows up on a couple of TV shows and other media he's looking forward to in the coming weeks.

Also available on YouTube here.

Links and Show Notes

U.S. TV Affiliate System

Wikipedia

Picks

Federico's Pick: The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel John's Follow Up Picks and Upcoming Media Plans: The Last Frontier and Loot - both on Apple TV  Stranger Things  Brooklyn Nine-Nine rewatch  Metroid Prime 4

Unwind Deal

Star Tre...

Duration: 00:16:06
Tech Nostalgia
Nov 21, 2025

This week, Federico and John explore tech nostalgia and the importance of tech history before picking a new TV series and music artist.

Also available on YouTube here.

Links and Show Notes

Tech Nostalgia Versus Tech History

NPC: Next Portable Console, GameCube To Go

Picks

John's Pick: Down Cemetery Road on Apple TV Federico's Pick: American Motor Sports (420 CC Edition) by Bilmuri

Unwind Deal

John's Favorite Christmas Movies (It's early, I know, but there are some great deals right now.) Classics White Christmas It's A Wonderful Life Comedy...

Duration: 00:16:45
Workflows and TV: Weekend Excursions, Dictation Apps, and Pluribus
Nov 14, 2025

This week, John shares how he plans weekend activities with Instagram and Apple Maps, Federico tests dictation apps, and both share their first impressions of the new Apple TV show Pluribus.

Also available on YouTube here.

Links and Show Notes

John's Weekend Excursion Workflow

Instagram + Apple Maps Guides and the beta Places You've Been feature

Federico's Dictation App Experiments

Drafts Wispr Flow Raycast for iOS

Joint Pick

Pluribus on Apple TV

Unwind Deal

Dunkirk is just $7.99 in the TV app

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Duration: 00:21:38
Reality Obsessions, Rom-Com Returns, and Seafood Comas
Nov 07, 2025

This week, Ticci Ticci jump scare videos, a seafood feast and Federico's latest fixation: X Factor Italy 2025. Plus, the return of a favorite Netflix rom-com series and an Apple TV comedy, and, of course, a special show-notes-only Unwind deal.

Also available on YouTube here.

Links and Show Notes

Unplugged Segment

X-Factor Italy Piercesare Fagioli | 'Die with a smile' | Esibizione Bootcamp | X Factor 2025 Piercesare Fagioli canta "Chandelier" di SIA | X Factor 2025 Audizioni 1

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Picks<...

Duration: 00:13:33
From the Wilds of Alaska to Lumiose City
Oct 31, 2025

This week, John explains why Notion is finally working for him, after which he and Federico share new Apple TV series and videogame picks. Plus, two Unwind deal picks.

Also available on YouTube here.

Links and Show Notes

Unplugged Segment

Picks

Federico's Pick: Pokémon Legends: Z-A Available from: Nintendo Amazon John's Pick: The Last Frontier on Apple TV

Unwind Deal

The Big Lebowski is just $4.99. 🎳🥛🕶️ A laid-back slacker gets dragged into a chaotic kidnapping caper after a case of mistaken identity. The Northman is $9.99 in the TV app. ⚔️🩸🌋 A...

Duration: 00:16:48
Notion Daily Notes and AI Browsers
Oct 24, 2025

Links and Show Notes

Notion Daily Notes

Notion

AI Browsers

OpenAI Atlas Perplexity Comet Dia Deta Surf Microsoft Edge Strawberry Also mentioned Helium Vivaldi

Picks

No picks this week. We'll have a couple for everyone next week.

Unwind Deal

Blair Witch Project is $4.99 in the TV app 20 Days Later is $7.99 in the TV app

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Duration: 00:22:06
Dishwasher Dreams and Gritty Crime Scenes
Oct 17, 2025

This week, weekend outings and the chores we wish robots could do for us, plus Federico shares an anti-pick, and John is hooked on a gritty crime drama.

Also available on YouTube here.

Links and Show Notes

Unplugged Segment

Greenville, South Carolina Fall Festival Narwhal Freo X10 Pro robot mop and vaccuum

Picks

Federico's Anti-Pick: The Residence on Netflix John's Pick: Task on HBO Max

Unwind Deal

Looper, a time-jumping mob movie, is just $4.99 in the TV app

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Duration: 00:16:39
Unwinding Delayed But Not Denied
Oct 10, 2025

This week, John stumbles upon a restaurant with a thing for the Italian navy, Federico explores the Final Fantasy Tactics remake, and John has a movie pick.

Also available on YouTube here.

Links and Show Notes

Unplugged Segment

John visits Florence, which is decorated with the 

Picks

Federico's Pick: Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles John's Pick: The Lost Bus on Apple TV+

Unwind Deal

In honor of the release of Tron Ares…

Tron Tron Legacy

…both just $4.99 in the TV app

Lea...

Duration: 00:14:06
Nights, Weekends, and Holidays
Oct 03, 2025

This week, Federico tries to recover from a rough week, John brings some Southern cooking to the show, Federico has a long backlog of videogames to attend to, and John has an Apple TV+ show and an album to share.

Also available on YouTube here.

Links and Show Notes

Unplugged

Southern Cooking Pecan Pie Pimento Cheese Dip Fried Okra

Picks

Federico's Pick: Super Mario Galaxy and Super Mario Galaxy 2 Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles Triple Click Tactics episode Hades II Donkey Kong Bananza Hollow Knight: Silksong Metroid Prime 4: Beyond...

Duration: 00:21:11
Big Mike and the Extended Shower Lifestyle
Sep 26, 2025

This week, John visits Mike the shipping guy, Federico's philosophy on hardware takes a turn, John declares Apple Watch charging in the shower a myth, and we share videogame and TV picks, plus a deal.

Also available on YouTube here.

Links and Show Notes

Unplugged

Big Mike's Shipping Shoppe Charging the Apple Watch While Showering

Picks

Federico's Pick: Portal RTX Portal with RTX Update Adds NVIDIA DLSS 3.5 With Ray Reconstruction, RTX IO & New Content RTX Remix John's Pick: Alien Earth on Hulu

Unwind Deal

Snowpiercer TV Series, Complete...

Duration: 00:15:32
The Aftermath of Review Season: Recovery and Reflection
Sep 19, 2025

This week Federico and John reflect on the toll of the review process and the annual recovery process before Federico follows up on a TV series and John recommends a pair of albums. Plus, we have a great Marvel movie bundle deal for listeners.

Also available on YouTube here.

Links and Show Notes

The Aftermath of Review Season

iOS and iPadOS 26: The MacStories Review macOS 26 Tahoe: The MacStories Review CarPlay in iOS 26: The MacStories Review visionOS 26: The MacStories Review watchOS 26: The MacStories Review

Picks

Federico's Pick: Hacks, Seasons 1–4 on HBO Ma...

Duration: 00:20:18
Two Beady Eyes Staring At Me
Sep 12, 2025

This week, John explains the art of the Southern storytelling with an example, reminding Federico to touch grass before sharing a classic movie deal and previewing some of the perks coming next week with his iOS and iPadOS 26 review.

Also available on YouTube here.

Links and Show Notes

Two Beady Eyes Staring At Me

Skunks

Unwind Deal

The Prestige for $4.99 in Apple's TV app.

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Duration: 00:20:00
Coyote Fall
Sep 05, 2025

This week, the weather has begun to change, coyotes are on the loose, and John shares his running tech. Plus Federico has a TV comedy for listeners, and John has a superhero movie pick.

Also available on YouTube here.

Links and Show Notes

John's Running Kit

Apple Watch Ultra 1 Beats Fit Pro

Picks

Federico's Pick: Hacks Stream on HBO Max Buy John's Pick: Thunderbolts Stream on Disney+ Buy

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Duration: 00:19:08
Sports Comedies and the Return of MacStories Deals
Aug 29, 2025

This week, John and Federico return from break to chat about how they spent their time off, the new MacStories Deals social accounts, two sports-related comedies, and a great deal on a favorite TV series.

Also available on YouTube here.

Links and Show Notes

Summer Break and MacStories Deals

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Picks

John's Pick: Stick on Apple TV+ Federico's Pick: Running Point on Netflix

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Duration: 00:14:17
Workout Buddies, Comedies, Videogame Podcasts, and Godzilla
Aug 08, 2025

This week, John is joined by Jonathan Reed to recap the watchOS 26 public beta, and share a trio of comedies old an new, along with Brendon Bigley's new project and a classic monster movie deal.

Also available on YouTube here.

Links and Show Notes

A watchOS 26 Preview

watchOS 26 The MacStories Public Beta Preview

Picks

Jonathan's Picks: The Naked Gun (original movie) and the new version starring Liam Neeson King of the Hill on Hulu/Disney+ Platonic on Apple TV+ John's Pick: Wavelengths Announcement Post: Wavelengths 2.0 A Podcast and a Patreon <...

Duration: 00:21:48
Oasis and Superheroes
Aug 01, 2025

This week, Federico recounts his trip to London to see Oasis play Wembley Stadium, and John recommends the new Fantastic Four movie plus a great deal on a classic comedy.

Also available on YouTube here.

Links and Show Notes

Unplugged Segment

Picks

Federico's Pick: Oasis Live at Wembley Stadium John's Pick: Fantastic Four: First Steps

Unwind Deal

Warm up for Happy Gilmore 2 on Netflix with the original:

Happy Gilmore, released in 1996, is available in the TV app for just $7.99

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Duration: 00:22:06
Banana!
Jul 25, 2025

This week, John struggles to update an old Apple TV and two HomePod minis, Federico sets up OTA TV, and they both go bananas over Donkey Kong Bananza.

Also available on YouTube here.

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Links and Show Notes

Unplugged Topics

John struggles to update an Apple TV and HomePod minis Federico installs an HDHomeRun for OTA TV

Picks

John and Federico's Joint Pick: Donkey Kong Bananza

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Duration: 00:22:47
Shifting Workflows and a Dark Comedy
Jul 18, 2025

This week, Federico's return to Apple system apps has ended and new workflow experiments have begun. Plus, John shares a dark comedy, and Federico has an anti-pick.

Also available on YouTube here.

Links and Show Notes

Federico's Evolving Workflow: MCP and More

Mentioned: HyperContext Longplay Longplay for Mac Launches with Powerful AI and Shortcuts Integration Longplay comes to the Mac

Picks

John's Pick: Friendship Federico's Anti-Pick: The Bear, Season 4

Unwind Deal

Note: Sadly since recording, Zombieland has returned to $14.99 but is still available as a $3.99 rental.

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Duration: 00:21:57
Our Updated Gear Setups
Jul 11, 2025

This week, Federico and John discuss the updates to their work and play tech gear setups.

Also available on YouTube here.

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Our Gear Setups

Federico's Pick: ASUS ROG PG27UCDM monitor with built-in KVM Nintendo Switch 2 Mac Studio Coiled USB-C to USB-C Cable Razer Wolverine V3 Pro Controller Viture Pro XR glasses Viture Mobile dock John's Pick: Arylic LP10 AirPlay 2 Wireless Music Streamer GL.iNet GL-BE3600 (Slate 7) Portable Travel Router tomtoc Sling Bag Crossbody Backpack MOFT Invisible Laptop Stand

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Duration: 00:18:47
Tending Your HomeKit Garden
Jul 04, 2025

This week, automation crimes, HomeKit Gardens, tattoo crime shows, and videogames. It's a packed episode, just in time for the long holiday weekend in the U.S.

Also available on YouTube here.

Links and Show Notes

Automation and HomeKit Crimes

HomeKit-Compatible Kasa Smart Plugs HDHomeRun Love Island (USA and Italy) 'Montoya, por favor!' the viral Spanish clip that could change reality TV for ever Television The Guardian 'Montoya Por Favor!'

Picks

John's Pick: Blindspot on Netflix Federico's Picks: Mario Kart World Fast Fusion Fantasy Life i

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Duration: 00:21:24
The Big Update You Probably Didn't Even Notice
Jun 27, 2025

This week, Federico and John dig into MacStories' big infrastructure update, John tours Wilmington, NC TV locations, and they both have TV, movie, and music picks, plus two movie deals.

Also available on YouTube here.

Links and Show Notes

Unplugged Segment

MacStories gets an under-the-hood makeover Wilmington, NC TV Dawson's Creek One Tree Hill The Waterfront on Netflix

Picks

Federico's Pick: Idols by Yungblud And Just Like That, Season 3 on HBO John's Pick: Mountainhead on HBO

Unwind Deal

Independence Day and Independence Day Resurgence 2-Pack $7.99 instead of $24.99 Furiosa...

Duration: 00:17:18
Beta Season and Crime Dramas
Jun 20, 2025

This week, John installs macOS Tahoe, he and Federico each recommend a recent crime drama, and we have a Daredevil Unwind deal.

Also available on YouTube here.

Links and Show Notes

Unplugged Segment

macOS Tahoe macOS Tahoe Press Release macOS Tahoe: The MacStories Overview Apple's upcoming transcription API Hands-On How Apple's New Speech APIs Outpace Whisper for Lightning-Fast Transcription - MacStories Yap

Picks

Federico's Pick: Your Friends and Neighbors on Apple TV+ John's Pick: Department Q on Netflix

Unwind Deal

Daredevil, Seasons 1–3 – lowest price ever on Apple TV f...

Duration: 00:18:09
Dropping Dropbox
May 30, 2025

This week, John quits Dropbox, Federico wraps up Friends, and John recommends a pair of movies and a Quentin Tarantino movie deal.

Also available on YouTube here.

Links and Show Notes

John Quits Dropbox for Google Drive

Picks

Federico's Picks: Friends Streaming on Max Box Set on Apple TV Friends: The Reunion John's Double Feature Pick: The Order Fountain of Youth on Apple TV

Unwind Deal

Kill Bill, Vol. 1

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Duration: 00:20:37
Pretty Much as You Remember Me: A French-Inspired RPG and 70s-Era Crime Drama
May 23, 2025

This week Federico and John, share the news that they'll be at WWDC together for the first time since 2023. Then, Federico recommends Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, an RPG that has taken a lot of gamers by surprise, and John is into Duster, a new JJ Abrams TV show set in the 70s. All that, plus a Raiders of the Lost Ark deal.

Also available Fridays on YouTube here.

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WWDC Here We Come!

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Duration: 00:17:56
Beverley Hills Blogger: Behind the Scenes at Airbnb's Media Event and More
May 16, 2025

This week, Federico quizzes John about Airbnb's media event and how it compares to an Apple event, and John shares a superhero TV show and TV deal.

Also available Fridays on YouTube here.

Links and Show Notes

John Enters the Influencer Ring at the Airbnb Media Event

Airbnb's Redesigned App Combines Stays with Services and Unique Experiences Stay tuned for a special Airbnb interview on AppStories Monday, May 19th.

Picks

John's Pick: Daredevil: Born Again

Unwind Deal

Fargo, Seasons 1–3 for $19.99, which is a 50% discount

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Duration: 00:20:54
Voze and Iticci: The AI Spelling Challenge
May 09, 2025

This week, find out if we successfully podcasted our way to a new Pope. Learn just how poorly AI can spell Voorhees and Viticci. And, enjoy an audiobook pick, thoughts on Friends, and a Marvel movie bundle deal.

Also available on YouTube every Friday here.

Links and Show Notes

Unplugged:

As the conclave continues, two seagulls steal the show on the Sistine Chapel roof A Poll on AI Misspellings

Picks

John's Pick: The Wayward Pines Trilogy Book 1: Pines Audiobook and ebook on Apple Books TV show Federico's Pick: Friends follow...

Duration: 00:17:05
A Return to the Animal Kingdom and Outdoor Spaces
May 02, 2025

This week, John and Federico compare wildlife notes, John is set up to work outdoors, Federico has an album to share, and John recommends a movie about ancient Rome.

Also available on YouTube here.

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Unplugged Segment

Groundhog, woodchuck – what's the difference

Picks

Federico's Pick: From Zero (Deluxe Edition) by Linkin Park John's Pick: Gladiator II on Amazon Prime Video Also on the iTunes Store Trai...

Duration: 00:20:57
He's Acting Like a Bird
Apr 25, 2025

This week, Federico gets silly with the Vision Pro, and John learns about crypto – typical Unwind stuff.

Links and Show Notes

Goodwill for Electronics

The GRID

Picks

Federico's Pick: ResMed Kontor Head Strap Forwardvia John's Pick: Number Go Up by Zeke Faux

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Duration: 00:18:58
You Look Great in OLED
Apr 18, 2025

This week, Federico shares all the details about his new 4K OLED display, and John is obsessed with documentaries about the Barkley Marathons.

Links and Show Notes

Picks

Federico's Pick: ROG Swift OLED PG27UCDM John's Pick: The Barkley Marathons The Barkley Marathons: The Race That Eats Its Young The Finisher: Jasmin Paris and the Barkley Marathons "Make Peace With Your God"

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Duration: 00:26:11
Bio Grifters and Side Quests
Apr 11, 2025

This week, we consider whether the dire wolf has actually been "de-extincted" and recommend a show on Apple TV+ and an excellent four-movie bundle.

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Links and Show Notes

The Dire Wolf Dire wolf de-extinction Colossal Biosciences says it has resurrected an extinct animal for the first time Experts dispute Colossal claim dire wolf back from extinction

Picks

John's Pick: Side Quest <...

Duration: 00:22:20
Switch 2 Tech, Games, and Cutting-Edge Battery Packs
Apr 04, 2025

This week, the latest on the NVIDIA tech driving the Switch 2 and a new Donkey Kong game brings back podcast memories, plus Indiana Jones and the Great Circle and a super-slim Qi battery pack for your iPhone.

Links and Show Notes

Nintendo Switch 2 and NVIDIA

Nintendo Switch 2 Leveled Up With NVIDIA AI-Powered DLSS and 4K Gaming NVIDIA Blog Nvidia confirms the Nintendo Switch 2 has DLSS and real-time ray tracing

Donkey Kong Bananza

Trailer Bonanza on Relay

Picks

John's Picks: Indiana Jones and the Great Circle PS5 version OnePlus Slim Magnetic...

Duration: 00:18:34
Summertime Drinks, A Tech Gear Update, Media Picks, and More
Mar 28, 2025

This week, Federico and John each share a couple of drink discoveries and John has updated his video recording and gaming setups, before they share a TV show, documentary, and movie deal.

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Links and Show Notes

Unplugged Segment

Dropping the Drinks Hop Splash Sparkling Hop Water Recording Video and Gaming: A Setup Update iPhone 16e Elgato Prompter JSAUX 16" FlipGo Pro Dual Portable Monitor TourBox Elite Plus TP-Link Tri-Band Wi-Fi 7 BE22000 Whole Home Me...

Duration: 00:20:34
Vibe Coding in Another Life, a Live Album, and an Emo Tribute
Mar 21, 2025

This week, Federico wonders whether John would have been a vibe coder if he started building an app today, and they share music picks along with a movie trilogy deal.

Links and Show Notes

A Vibe Coder Before the Term Was Coined

Blink Effortless Affiliate Link Generation on iOS Blink 2.0 iPad Multitasking Support and Removing Small Frustrations A Comprehensive Guide to the iTunes Affiliate Program

Picks

John's Pick: Rome by The National Federico's Pick: The End? by Your Broken Hero

Unwind Deal

Ocean's 11, 12, and 13 Trilogy $12.99 down from $30

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Duration: 00:16:53
Escape From the Echo Chamber
Mar 14, 2025

This week John is tricked by Daylight Savings, Federico and he reflect on how to avoid getting stuck in a creative echo chamber, share movie and music picks, along with a movie deal, and digress into the world of European cartoon theme songs before calling it a day.

Links and Show Notes

Avoiding the Creative Echo Chamber

Picks

Federico's Pick: Live action remake of The Little Mermaid on Disney+ Cast of the Italian version Mahmood performing as Sebastian in the Italian version of 'Under the Sea' Interview with Mahmood who plays Sebastian...

Duration: 00:20:26
From Red Beans and NPC's Expansion to British Spies
Mar 07, 2025

This week, Cajun cooking, behind-the-scenes of the launch of NPC XL, another great British spy drama, and a classic sci-fi deal.

Links and Show Notes

Unplugged Segment

John Cooks Red Beans and Rice

Recipe Crock Pot Slow Cookers

Introducing NPC XL - More NPC, Every Week

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A Question of Character
Feb 28, 2025

This week, Federico questions John's character before discovering the joy of audiobooks, while John has been listening to more podcasts and has a question for listeners about which TV show he should watch next.

Links and Show Notes

Unplugged Segment

Federico digs into John's history as a sports fan.

Picks

Federico's Pick: Co-Intelligence: Living and Working with AI by Ethan Mollick Audiobook version Audiobook on Audible Apple Books Digital Kindle Apple Books Print John's Pick: Channels with Peter Kafka Which should I watch: Day of the Jackal Apple Cider Vinegar

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Duration: 00:17:03
A Food Extremist
Feb 21, 2025

This week on Unwind, Federico and John offer a peek behind what it's like to wait for an Apple press release to drop, Federico critiques an Italian's recommendations of what to buy at Costco and shares a videogame pick, and John has a new movie for listeners.

Links and Show Notes

Unplugged

Apple Reveals New iPhone 16e with Face ID and 48MP Camera Costco recommendations from an Italian 👍👎? The Italian Products You Should (and Shouldn't) Buy at Costco, According to an Italian

Picks

John's Pick: The Gorge on Apple TV+ Federico's Pick: Avowed...

Duration: 00:20:06
Not Cuddly at All
Feb 14, 2025

This week, John takes listeners back to the animal kingdom, before he and Federico share a couple of TV recommendations. Plus, John shows off a recent dream device acquisition.

Links and Show Notes

Unplugged

Armadillos in the North Carolina mountains Armadillos are expanding in North Carolina. What to know How Armadillos Can Spread Leprosy

Picks

Federico's Pick: Severance, Season 2 John's Pick: Mythic Quest, Season 4 John's Surprise Transparent Sony PSP

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Duration: 00:14:17
Never Bored
Feb 07, 2025

This week on Unwind, John makes a Kuzu discovery that may amuse Italian listeners, we explore bars and aperitivo, and we share a music and TV show pick, along with a great deal.

Links and Show Notes

Unplugged Segment

Follow-Up: Kuzu vs. Kudzu Bars, Coffee Shops, and Bottle Shops Understanding Italian Coffee Culture Aperitivo A Beginner's Guide to a Italian Tradition Tuscany Now & More Classic Aperol Spritz Recipe A decent definition of a bottle shop

Picks

Federico's Pick: Forgiving Spree by Slowly Slowly John's Pick: Prime Target on Apple TV+ Prime Target...

Duration: 00:20:59
Pursuing Pasta Perfection
Jan 31, 2025

This week, Federico and John do some regional grocery shopping, Federico pursues pasta perfection, plus a documentary and podcast recommendation.

Show Notes

Links and Show Notes

Unplugged

Shop the Pig: Grocery Store Names Regional Grocery Stores Piggly Wiggly Food Lion Harris Teeter Publix Perfect Handmade High Hydration Pizza e Mortazza Recipe NaturaSi Cacio e Pepe e Corn Starch – Pixel Envy The Perfect Cacio e Pepe Recipe, According to Science Kuzu Kuzu Root Starch

Picks

John's Pick: An Update on Our Family on Max Federico's Pick: Into the Aether The ITA Pa...

Duration: 00:19:53
Uncooked
Jan 24, 2025

This week, a neighborhood explosion, oats, root vegetables, and coffee, plus a classic sitcom, a unique videogame, and an action-packed movie.

Links and Show Notes

MacStories Uncooked

Coffee Overnight Oats Easy Overnight Oats

Picks

Federico's Picks: Friends Stream Buy 1000xRESIST John's Pick: Alien Romulus on Hulu

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Duration: 00:21:00
Trying to Reach All the Senses
Jan 17, 2025

This week, John judges Southerners' handling of snow, Federico is a game streaming convert, and John has a new favorite series about the Troubles in Ireland. Plus, we found a great deal on a favorite sitcom.

Links and Show Notes

Unplugged Segment

The South and snow This video captures it well

Picks

Federico's Pick: GeForce NOW John's Pick:  Say Nothing Say Nothing: A True Story of Murder and Memory in Northern Ireland Trailer The book MacStories Unwind Deal of the Week How I Met Your Mother TV series bundle

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Duration: 00:17:11
Weird CES
Jan 10, 2025

This week, John fills in Federico about pod people, creepy robots, light masks, AI BBQ, and other weird and wonderful sights from CES 2025.

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Weird CES

Cute and Creepy Robots Mirumi Ropet Mirokaï Pod People Infrared saunas Full-body massage chairs Light Mask and Facial Recognition Mask Light Mask Facial Recognition Mask AI BBQ Holograms Example

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Duration: 00:19:05
The Best Videogames of 2024
Dec 20, 2024

This week, Federico and John share their favorite videogames of 2024.

Links and Show Notes

The NPC: Next Portable Console Videogame News list on Bluesky NPC on Bluesky

Picks

Federico's Picks: Dragon Age: The Veilguard Learn More Buy Final Fantasy VII Rebirth Learn More Buy Dragon's Dogma II Learn More Buy Astro Bot Learn More Buy Game of the Other Years:GOTOYs: Dragon Quest XI Also mentioned GameCube To Go episode of NPC Into the Aether John's Picks: Balatro Learn More Buy Animal Well Learn More Buy Peglin Learn More Buy Dragon's Dogma II Learn...

Duration: 00:23:37
The Best TV Shows and Movies of 2024
Dec 13, 2024

This week, John shares a trio of his favorite movies of 2024 and he and Federico share several favorite TV shows from 2024.

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The Best Movies and TV Shows of 2024

John's Pick: Movies Furiosa Civil War Godzilla Minus One Minus Color TV Shows Loot, Apple TV+ Fallout, Amazon Prime Slow Horses, Apple TV+ Dan Da Dan, Netflix The Gentlemen, Netflix Lessons in Chemistry, Apple TV+ Federico's Pick: TV Shows Loot, Apple TV+ For All Mankind, season 4 Shrinking, season 2 The Neighborhood on CBS That 90s Show on Netflix

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Duration: 00:28:45
The Best Music of 2024
Dec 06, 2024

This week on MacStories Unwind, kick off the first of our annual 'best of' Unwind recaps with the best music releases of 2024.

Links and Show Notes

Songs from our picks and more:

The MacStories Unwind 2024 Apple Music Playlist

Picks

Federico's Pick 2024 Music Picks: Album of the Year: All Hell by Los Campesinos  Top 5: All Hell by Los Campesinos Forever by Charly Bliss POST HUMAN: NeX GEn by Bring Me The Horizon From Zero by Linkin Park Moon Music by Coldplay Honorable Mentions: Songs of a Lost World by The Cure BRAT by C...

Duration: 00:22:42
The Infamous Cousin Dave
Nov 29, 2024

This week, a Thanksgiving guessing game, neighborly pies, NotebookLM, the Infamous Cousin Dave's emoji habits, and getting started with retro gaming.

Links and Show Notes

Unplugged Segment

A traditional Thanksgiving dinner guessing game Do neighbors really welcome you with baked goods?

Picks

Federico's Pick: NotebookLM featuring the Infamous Cousin Dave, who is bad at iMessage John's Pick: Nintendo Switch Online

MacStories Unwind Movie Deal

Planes, Trains, and Automobiles (deal may not be available in all places) ($10, $5 off)

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Duration: 00:23:37
Wandering Through The Woods With a Battery
Nov 22, 2024

This week, Netflix is making sexy holiday movies, Federico is warming himself with GaN chargers and batteries, and John checks out the latest Deadpool movie in the Vision Pro, shares a new Apple Music playlist, and has a movie deal for listeners.

Links and Show Notes

Unplugged

In _Hot Frosty_ and _The Merry Gentlemen,_ Netflix Makes Nice by Getting Naughty

Picks

Federico's Pick: [ROG 140W USB-C GaN charger]((https://rog.asus.com/us/power-protection-gadgets/chargers-and-adapters/rog–140w-usb-c-gan-charger/)  UGREEN 300W 48000mAh Power Bank with Smart Digital Display  Also mentioned: Anker SOLIX C200 DC Power Ba...

Duration: 00:21:17
The Smell of Burning Plastic
Nov 15, 2024

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Picks

John's Pick: Tetris Forever Bonus Pick: Tetris, the movie Trailer the movie on Apple TV+ Federico's Pick: Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 MacStories Unwind Movie Bargain Top Gun Maverick - $4.99 to buy and $3.99 to rent

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Duration: 00:22:07
An Audio Unboxing
Nov 08, 2024

This week, Federico attempts to make audio unboxings a trend, plus he recommends a TV show and videogame, while John encourages listeners to try a decade-old cartoon.

Links and Show Notes

An Audio Unboxing

PlayStation 5 Pro

Picks

Federico's Picks: How to Die Alone on Hulu Dragon Age: The Veilguard John's Pick: Over the Garden Wall Over the Garden Wall 10th Anniversary Stop Motion Short Additional Reading: Over the Garden Wall's stop-motion anniversary short is the perfect balm Polygon Over the Garden Wall Perfectly capturing the loneliness of October Vox

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Duration: 00:22:02
That Ain't Spooky
Nov 01, 2024

This week, the differences between U.S. and Italian Halloween, plus game, app, and TV recommendations. We also share a spooky season movie bundle deal.

Links and Show Notes

Unplugged

Happy Halloween FAQs About Halloween In Italy National Park of Abruzzo Interested in Falconry?

Picks

John's Pick: Pokémon TCG Pocket Nintendo Music Federico's Picks: Metaphor Re:Fantazio Launch Trailer Only Murders in the Building, Season 4 Trailer The Neighborhood Trailer Shrinking Trailer MacStories Unwind Deal of the Week Scream and Scream (remake) Bundle

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Duration: 00:22:07
How We're Using Our iPad minis
Oct 25, 2024

This week, Federico and John share how they use their iPad minis along with a couple of TV shows.

Links and Show Notes

How We're Using Our iPad minis

Apps Discussed Play GoodLinks Readwise Reader Lire

TV Picks

John Dan Da Dan Federico Hijack

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Duration: 00:16:56
Paying in the Black
Oct 18, 2024

This week, Federico suspects his new vacuum cleaner is the victim of corporate foul play, and John is denied a donut and apple cider slushie thanks to his reliance on technology.

Links and Show Notes

A Vacuum Dilemma

Dyson Gen5detect cordless vacuum cleaner Dyson Gen5detect Accessories sold out John's solution for Federico's balcony

Paying in the Black

Italy to allow larger cash payments despite central bank objections

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Duration: 00:22:55
Hot Rabbi
Oct 11, 2024

This week, John shares a spooky story, Federico and he both have TV show picks, and they update listeners on their progress in The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom.

Links and Show Notes

A Spooky Story

Brightwurks Debuts 'Here's to the Crazy Ones' Letterpress Poster for Charity [Update: Pulled]

Picks

John's Pick: Slow Horses on Apple TV Trailer The Legend of Zelda: Echos of Wisdom Check In Federico's Pick Nobody Wants This on Netflix Trailer

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Duration: 00:15:40
I Look Like an Apple Promotional Photo
Oct 04, 2024

This week, Federico gets some help tackling cable management and John does hard time at the DMV, but still had time for a gritty new crime drama.

Links and Show Notes

Federico Gets Help with Cable Management

Federico's new white microphone arm: TONOR Microphone Boom Arm

John Does Hard Time at the DMV

As complaints mount over long waits, DMV head questioned by NC lawmakers

Pick

John's Pick: The Penguin on Max Trailer

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Duration: 00:17:15
'I Want to Be Friendly With All Animals'
Sep 27, 2024

This week, an unexpected return to the wild kingdom, John's iPhone 16 Pro Max first impressions, and movie and videogame picks.

Show Notes

Links and Show Notes

A Return to the Animal Kingdom

Black vultures A wolf in Rome

Picks

John's Pick: The Fall Guy Trailer Rent on Amazon Prime and Apple TV Stream on Peacock Federico's Pick: The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom On Amazon Launch Trailer

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Duration: 00:20:20
The Tail Unwinding the Dog
Sep 20, 2024

This week, Federico and John unwind on air about how they're doing post-review week, preview Federico's Playstation Portal theory, and share family members' reactions to iOS 18.

Links and Show Notes

PlayStation Portal Astro Bot The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom The Tail Wagging the Dog

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Duration: 00:17:56
Are We There Yet?
Sep 13, 2024

This week, as we approach the release of Apple's updated OSes, Federico and John check in on where their reviews stand and the one distraction they've both allowed themselves in the final stretch.

Links and Show Notes

An OS Review Vibe Check

Coming Soon on MacStories

Picks

Federico and John's Joint Pick: Astro Bot on the PS5

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Duration: 00:19:10
An Official Weather Apology
Sep 06, 2024

This week, a surprise apology for rain, an update on our annual OS reviews and what we plan to do with our free time once they're finished, and a TV pick.

Links and Show Notes

Italy apologizes for the weather 3BMeteo chiede scusa: "Abbiamo sbagliato troppo. Tanti errori, previsioni talora inaffidabili. Miglioreremo". I commenti: "Poverini, qualcuno li abbracci" Weather On The Way Apps for Your Next Road Trip Federico and John are nearing the OS review finish line and have some feelings John: Good, but frustrated and tired Federico: Feeling great Saved media for after review...

Duration: 00:25:51
Too Dive-y, Even for Me
Aug 30, 2024

This week, John researches a local dive bar, as you do, before recommending gadgets that aren't computers or videogame consoles and chatting about Loot, Season 2.

Links and Show Notes

Too Dive-y

It doesn't get much divier than .

Favorite Gadgets That Aren't Computers or Videogame Consoles

John's Picks LG C2 55" OLED TV Breville Precision Brewer Drip Coffee Machine

Federico

DeLonghi EC9355M La Specialista Prestigio Espresso Machine

Picks

John's Pick: Loot, Season 2 on Apple TV+

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Duration: 00:20:37
The Limits of Public Gadget Testing
Aug 23, 2024

This week, John and Federico discuss peanut butter, the limits of testing gadgets in public, and Federico's latest Spotify experiment before turning to a movie and two music recommendations.

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Peanut Butter Sandwiches

The Limits of Public Gadget Testing

Insta360 X4 Insta360 Chest Strap

Revisiting Spotify

Spotify

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John's Pick: Furiosa Streaming on M...

Duration: 00:21:42
They Can't Slalom, But They're Good at Downhill
Aug 16, 2024

This week, Federico and John discuss alligator races and distraction free E-Ink thermostats for writers, plus a TV show pick and three videogame recommendations.

Links and Show Notes

Alligator and E-Ink Follow-Up

How to survive an alligator attack – or better yet, avoid one entirely

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Duration: 00:22:25
Two Weeks Is an Eternity
Aug 09, 2024

This week, John and Federico return to the animal kingdom and share their E-ink device hot takes, along with a movie pick.

Snakes, Alligators, and Bears, Oh My!

Alligator found on dark road north of Charlotte, far from its known range, NC cops say

E-Ink Readers

Boox Tab Ultra Boox Palma Boox Go Color 7

Picks

John's Pick: Civil War

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Duration: 00:20:35
Media Tracking Apps and Picks with Special Guest Devon Dundee
Aug 02, 2024

This week, John is joined by Devon Dundee to talk about media tracking strategies and share three TV series picks.

Links and Show Notes

Media Tracking Strategies

Sequel Sofa GameTrack MusicHarbor TV Forecast Devon's Shortcut:Watch History Journal 2 Also mentioned: Collections

Picks

Devon's Picks: Lessons in Chemistry Trailer Mr. Robot Trailer John's Pick: Sunny Trailer 

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Duration: 00:23:31
Summer Travel Edition
Jul 19, 2024

This week, John decides to take the iPad-only travel plunge, and Federico advises on which gaming handhelds to bring on a trip.

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Summer Travel and Tech

John's Tavel Setup 11" iPad Pro Magic Keyboad Case EPICKA Universal Travel Adapter with GaN 75W Charger Airalo eSIMs (Use JOHN64205 for $3 off) Nintendo Switch OLED Miyoo Mini A30 Federico's Travel Setup Waterfield City Slicker for the Steam Deck Plugable 5-in–1 Thunderbolt 4 Hub XREAL Air AR Glasses The latest update to the MacStories Setups page

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Duration: 00:20:29
An 'H' But in the Wrong Place
Jul 12, 2024

This week, John is joined by Jonathan Reed for some travel picks for John's upcoming trip to London, plus a movie, TV show, and Irish band.

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Jonathan's London Travel Picks

Walk down the Southbank, from Greenwich to Westminster Introducing London: a walk along the South Bank Thames Clipper, from Greenwich to Westminster Official website The view from Primrose Hill Apple Maps location The Royal Parks: Primrose Hill Abbey Road Apple Maps location Wikipedia Tate Modern Apple Maps location Official website Four Quarters Official website The Barbican Apple Maps location Official...

Duration: 00:26:19
To Catch a Bay Leaf Thief
Jul 05, 2024

This week, the Umarell return and a bay leaf mystery must be solved with technology. Plus, we have summertime movie and TV picks.

Links and Show Notes

Unplugged Segment

The Umarell Eufy Cameras Home Base 3 Eufy Cam 2C Eufy Cam 2C Pro Eufy Cam 2 Pro

Picks

John's Pick: Trigger Warning on Netflix Trailer Federico's Pick: The Bear, Season 3 on Hulu Trailer

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Duration: 00:19:29
Mid-Year Top Picks
Jun 28, 2024

This week, Federico and John look back at the first half of 2024 and pick their favorite TV shows, movies, videogames, music, and gadgets.

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Our Mid-Year 2024 Top Media Picks

TV John Fallout Season 1 on Amazon Prime Dark Matter on Apple TV+
- The Gentlemen Criminal Record Federico Young Sheldon, final season Games Federico Dragon's Dogma II  Paper Mario: The Thousand Year Door  Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth John  Animal Well  Hades II  Balatro  Pepper Grinder  Movies John Godzilla...

Duration: 00:27:14
A Feature, Not a Product
Jun 20, 2024

This week, John and Federico explain how they unwind after WWDC and how they think about MacStories' family of podcasts before recommending a comedy series, action movie, and album.

Links and Show Notes

Unplugged Segment

Unwinding after WWDC Raleigh Retro Gamers Summer Expo 2024 Limited Run Games Limited Run Games is opening an '80s-themed physical game store A Feature Not a Product MacStories' family of podcasts Sigmund Judge's Apple TV Go story Related episode of Magic Rays of Light

Picks

Federico's Pick: The Neighborhood, Season 1 - 6 Streaming on Paramount+, Amazon Prime, and...

Duration: 00:19:31
Trapped Inside Apple Park
Jun 14, 2024

This week, John is joined by Jonathan Reed and Sigmund Judge for an explanation of how John missed his first episode of AppStories in seven years this week, an update from Sigmund on what's coming to tvOS and Apple TV+, plus a bunch of picks from everyone.

Links and Show Notes

Unplugged Segment

You can enter Apple Park, but you may never leave WWDC 2024: Keynote First Impressions WWDC 2024: Intelligence Briefings tvOS and TV+ with Sigmund Judge tvOS 18: The MacStories Overview

Picks

Jonathan's Picks: Eels Time! by The Eels Hot Rod Sigmund's Pick...

Duration: 00:28:48
A USPS RG35XXSP Tale
Jun 07, 2024

This week, John's off to WWDC, our MacStories Unwind playlist gets updated, two new podcasts join the MacStories podcast family, and a sad story about the USPS and Anbernic's RG35XXSP. Plus an immersive video pick for the Vision Pro and a music pick.

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Unplugged

Updates to the MacStories Unwind 2024 playlist on Apple Music Two New MacStories Podcasts [https://www.macstories.net/npc/](NPC: Next Portable Console) Comfort Zone A sad delivery story about the Anb...

Duration: 00:27:08
The MacStories Unwind 2024 Apple Music Playlist
May 31, 2024

This week, Federico and John take the wraps off the official MacStories Unwind 2024 Apple Music Playlist, tease upcoming projects, and recommend a recent Apple TV+ show and a cozy videogame.

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Unplugged Segment

John and Federico tease new projects coming to MacStories soon If you feel safe in the area you're working in, you're not working in the right area. Always go a...

Duration: 00:30:11
A Small Fire at 3AM
May 24, 2024

This week, John updates listeners on his new 11" iPad Pro and Federico lights a fire, plus YouTube, app, and TV recommendations.

Links and Show Notes

The 11" iPad Pro Blowing fuses in power supplies

Picks

John's Pick: Retro Game Corps Videos mentioned: I'm Starting to Love the Legion Go Emulation on the Lenovo Legion Go Who is "Russ from Retro Game Corps"? Federico's Picks: Moonlight Young Sheldon CBS Apple TV app Up Next: Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door

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Duration: 00:22:47
So, I Was Thinking About the iPad Pro...
May 16, 2024

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.

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Unplugged Segment

Taking Another Run at Podcasting on the iPad Pro Revisiting this story from three years ago... Podcasting on iPad Pro and Mac: A Streamlined Approach with the Sound Devices MixPre-3 II ...and adding some...

Duration: 00:20:14
Federico Visits Medium Ben
May 10, 2024

This week, Federico and John discuss how Apple crushed it at its iPad event, and Federico lets loose in London.

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Crushing It

Apple's Crush! ad Hugh Grant, Justine Bateman and More Slam Apple for iPad Pro 'Crush' Ad: 'Truly, What Is Wrong With You?' Apple's New iPad Ad Leaves Its Creative Audience Feeling … Flat

Federico Lets Loose in London

MacStories' 'Let Loose' event coverage Photos from Federico's trip With Myke on the Thames Apple's Battersea Station atrium John Ternus kicks off the event in London Federico and Jo...

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An Ant BBQ
May 03, 2024

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

John Versus the Fire Ants

Red Imported Fire Ant in North Carolina "Controlling Fire Ants, Pests That Seems to Always Be Present" Image

Picks

Federico's Pick: Paper Mario and the Thousand Year Door (GameCube version) Original Trailer Remake Trailer John's Pick: Fallout Fallout 3 game Fallout 4 game

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Duration: 00:22:26

iOS Retro Gaming 5 Eva
Apr 26, 2024

This week, why game emulators on iOS are a big deal, Girls5eva, and Franklin.

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Unplugged Segment

The Wild World of iOS Retro Gaming Related MacStories articles: Game On: Speed Running Game Emulation on iOS How to Load Your Game Boy Games Onto the iPhone to Play in the Delta Emulator Emulators Will Change the App Store Forever The Delta Vide...

Duration: 00:21:46
Cattywampus
Apr 19, 2024

This week, John is wired, we explore Southern expressions, share some Legion Go follow-up and have app, hardware, TV, and music picks.

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Unplugged Segment

Southern Expressions Southern Phrases That Others Need A Dictionary For Are Southern accents disappearing? Linguists say yes Also mentioned: Markdownload Safari extension Legion Go Follow-Up Also mentioned: Espresso 17 Pro

Picks

John's Pick: Delta Game Emulator GameSir X2S Controller for the iPhone and iPad mini Also mentioned: GameSir G8 Ga...

Duration: 00:32:23
It's All Been Leading up to This
Apr 12, 2024

This week, at long last, Federico has reached the pinnacle of handheld gaming with a setup that he's been working toward for years.

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Unplugged Segment

Espresso soda follow-up Moka Drink from Cosenza Brasilena

A Federico Videogame Surprise

SteamOS-like Linux Projects Nobara Linux Bazzite Dual Boot Guide - BazziteOS and Windows on the Legion Go (Updated) How To Install NEW...

Duration: 00:46:24
I Don't Believe This Website
Apr 05, 2024

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 Calabrian soft drink A recipe Pickle Flavored Almonds from Ruminate 181

Picks

Federico's Pick: Dragon's Dogma 2 Launch Trailer Into the Aether, Dragon's Dogma: The Third Pillar (feat. Dragon's Dogma 2 I Love That Dragon's Dogma 2 Doesn't Let Me Save Scum John's Pick: The Creator Trailer Streaming on Hulu For rent or purchase on Apple TV Also mentioned: Final Fantasy...

Duration: 00:29:03
Federico's Film Fest: Memento
Mar 29, 2024

This week, Federico and John are joined by Jonathan Reed to discuss Christopher Nolan's film, Memento and our weekly On Deck picks.

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Federico's Film Fest

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Duration: 00:32:40
Okay, I Have a Whole Thing
Mar 22, 2024

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.

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Picks

Federico's Pick: Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind Also mentioned: Eternal Sunshine by Ariana Grande Momento Letterboxd Day One Sequel Criterion Napoleon Magic Rays of Light: Napoleon and Oscars Predictions Send Federico your movie recommendations on Mastodon or Threads John's Pick: The Gentlemen Trailer

On Deck

Federico: Your movie recommendations John: Palm Royale on TV+ The Holdovers

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Duration: 00:25:03

MacStories Unwind: A Videogame Doubleheader
Mar 15, 2024

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.

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Double Brood Invasion Imminent

Billions of cicadas are set to appear in a rare 'double brood emergence,' scientists say

MultiButton 1.1 and CAPS

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Duration: 00:23:12
Live MacPad Q&A from the Club MacStories Town Hall
Mar 08, 2024

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 Laptop and Tablet That Apple Won't Make AppStories, Episode 373 – Introducing the MacPad Hypervisor visualization on the iPad Black Rock Kickstand Cover Cover

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Duration: 00:34:37
Obsessing over Wi-Fi
Mar 01, 2024

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 all easier.

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Federico Teases a Big Project

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Duration: 00:24:28

Ripping CDs for a Living
Feb 23, 2024

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+.

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Unplugged

Radio station tech WDAV

Picks

Federico's Pick: NVIDIA Shield Sunshine remote PC game server Moonlight John's Pick: Criminal Record on Apple TV+ Trailer

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Duration: 00:25:30
Vision Pro Q&A with Club MacStories Members
Feb 16, 2024

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.

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Read all the Apple Vision Pro coverage on MacStories by following the tag Vision Pro. To participate in live Club MacStories events, subscribe to Club MacStories+ or Club Premier.

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Duration: 00:45:15
Like a Self-Reliant Final Fantasy Dragon
Feb 09, 2024

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.

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Picks

Federico's Pick: Final Fantasy Rebirth Trailer Introduction at Sony's recent State of Play event Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth Trailer Yakuza & Like A Dragon: Infinite Wealth - The Story So Far from IGN Into the Aether: It's Just Like Dragon Quest V (Tekken 8 and Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth) The Besties: Like a...

Duration: 00:26:06
John's Surprise Payback
Feb 02, 2024

This week on MacStories Unwind, John turns the tables, surprising Federico with a more flexible, modular desk setup.

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John's New Modular, Flexible Desk Setup

Balolo Setup Cockpit Large shelf Large Tray iPhone MagSafe Charger Apple Watch Charger Loupedeck Live S accessory Headphones accessory Cable management KU XIU Magnetic Foldable Arm Right-angle USB-C adapters Anker Prime 27,650mAh 250W power bank and magnetic base Belkin SoundForm Connect BenQ ScreenBar Halo Meross Hom...

Duration: 00:28:52
Diablo Mode, Part 3 of Federico's Gaming Surprise
Jan 26, 2024

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ASUS Accessoires Yuzu Android with NCE PSA: If you're using Yuzu - ENABLE NCE ASAP Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 vs Snapdragon 8 Gen 2: What's new and should you upgrade? ROG Phone 8 Red Magic 9 Pro RedMagic Turbo Cooler GameSir X3 Peltier-effect cooler Thermoelectric cooling GameSir G8 controller Also mentioned: Federico's Red Magic adapter Discussed on AppStories, Episode 358 and MacStories Unwind: Don't Bend the Fiber An Improbable Future DevInfoOverlay FolderSync Pro

Duration: 00:38:37
Godzilla Vs. Ticci's Surprise, Part 2
Jan 19, 2024

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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

ROG Flow Z13 ROG Flow Z13-ACRNM RMT02 Strap included. The Ultimate lifestyle shots Ticci and ACRNM. Who doesn't love a kickstand?

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Duration: 00:31:11
Federico's New Year Surprise
Jan 12, 2024

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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

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Duration: 00:25:38
The Best Videogame Hardware and Games of 2023
Dec 22, 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 Odin 2 Pro Daijisho HandheldDIY Game Picks Joint Game of the Year The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Other Joint Picks Metroid Prime Remastered Super Mario Bros. Wonder Federico's Other Picks: Cocoon Sea of Stars John's Other Pick: Hi-Fi Rush Backlogs Federico Lies of P Jusant Final Fantasy XVI Chants of Sennaar Baldurs Gate 3 Armored Core VI, Fires of Rubicon Resident Evil 4 Remake Blasphemous 2 John Spider-Man 2

Duration: 00:34:51
The Best TV Shows and Movies of 2023
Dec 15, 2023

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Unplugged

The MacStories Team Is on Threads (Again)

Federico's TV Picks:

Suburræterna on Netflix Ted Lasso on Apple TV+ Platonic on Apple TV+ For All Mankind on Apple TV+ Also mentioned: Media tracking app, Sequel

John's TV Picks:

Lessons in Chemistry on Apple TV+ Slo...

Duration: 00:32:42
The Best Music of 2023
Dec 08, 2023

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Federico's Top 5:

the record by boygenius So Much for Stardust by Fallout Boy One More Time by Blink 182 The Maine by The Maine Lobes by We are Scientists

Federico's Album of the Year

the record by boygenius

Federico's Honorable Mentions:

Guts by Olivia Rodrigo This is Why by Paramore Certified Depres...

Duration: 00:31:47
Streaming Games at Home
Dec 01, 2023

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Gaming gear Sony PlayStation Portal Digital Foundry Portal review Valve Steam Deck OLED ROG Ally Lenovo Legion Go Wi-Fi gear Eero Pro 6 Federico's Apple Watch charging puck Linksys Atlas 6E router GL.iNet GL-MT1300 wireless travel router Working On the Go with the GL.iNet GL-MT3000 WiFi 6 Travel Router Streaming software Chiaki4deck Chiaki4deck tutorial Moonlight Sunshine Also mentioned MacStories Setups page What is O...

Duration: 00:34:51
The Untold Story of Turkey Pardons
Nov 24, 2023

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:

A Murder at the End of the World on Hulu
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Duration: 00:34:51
Super Mario Bros. Wonder
Nov 17, 2023

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Show Notes

Watch: Trailer Read: IGN - Super Mario Bros. the Fastest Selling Mario Game Polygon Review An excellent breakdown of the design of the game from Eurogamer.

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Duration: 00:34:51