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Mac Geek Gab — Your Questions Answered, Tips Shared, Troubleshooting Assistance

English, Gadgets, 1 season, 1026 episodes, 5 days, 19 hours, 24 minutes
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Answers to your tech questions for your Apple devices and beyond. Dave Hamilton and John F. Braun come together weekly to answer your questions and discuss things of interest to Apple and Mac geeks, presenting them in ways that are both entertaining and informative for the average listener.
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We Need Realistic React Time

In this week’s episode of Mac Geek Gab, Pilot Pete, Adam Christianson, and Dave Hamilton dive into the intricacies of tech life, ensuring you’re equipped with the nerdiest of tips to streamline your digital existence. From the revelation that the Vision Pro battery indicator’s shyness disappears with a little shake, […]
2/26/20241 hour, 19 minutes, 31 seconds
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The Egg & Chicken Problem

Dive into the latest Mac Geek Gab episode where Pilot Pete, Adam Christianson, and Dave Hamilton share the coolest Quick Tips and answer your burning questions, all while exploring the newest tech on the block. Discover how to leverage your Lock Screen widgets for instant app access, marvel at the […]
2/19/20241 hour, 23 minutes, 52 seconds
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A Little Pig Walked Around - MGG 1K

Celebrate the monumental 1024th episode of Mac Geek Gab, a digital fest that aligns with National Clean Out Your Computer Day, marking a significant milestone in the podcast’s journey. In this special installment, John F. Braun makes a special guest appearance, joining forces with Pilot Pete, Adam Christianson, and Dave […]
2/12/20241 hour, 31 minutes, 56 seconds
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Surviving Audio Death

This week on Mac Geek Gab 1023, Pilot Pete, Adam Christianson, and Dave Hamilton dive deep into the tech that enhances your Apple ecosystem experience, starting with Adam’s anticipation for his Vision Pro arrival. Obsessing over sound quality, they share insider tips on using StreamYard, Audio Hijack Pro’s Speech Isolation, […]
2/5/20241 hour, 9 minutes, 48 seconds
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I Wanted to Call it Searchlight

In this week’s episode of Mac Geek Gab 1022, dive into the savvy world of tech tips with Pilot Pete, Adam Christianson, and Dave Hamilton. Discover the ease of sharing App Store links by long-pressing the app icon, and get the lowdown on iMessage’s quick flight information feature using Apple’s […]
1/29/20241 hour, 22 minutes, 47 seconds
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Nerd Math

This week’s Mac Geek Gab kicks off with Adam’s dive into the Apple Vision Pro universe. He shares his buying experience, mulling over pricing, the necessity of extra storage, and the benefits of AppleCare+. Make sure you subscribe to ensure you hear about his experience of using it while doing […]
1/22/20241 hour, 17 minutes, 29 seconds
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Apple's Hidden UI Tricks

In this week’s episode of Mac Geek Gab, episode 1020, Pilot Pete, Adam Christianson, and Dave Hamilton dive into a variety of quick tips and deeper tech insights, ensuring you don’t get caught unprepared in the digital world. They kick off with practical advice on keeping your Luggage AirTag batteries […]
1/15/20241 hour, 17 minutes, 19 seconds
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Tech That Fuels Other Tech

Dive into the latest tech marvels from CES 2024 with Mac Geek Gab’s special episode featuring Pilot Pete and Dave Hamilton. First up, get the scoop on the OhSnap 4, a game-changer in the world of gadgets, debuted right at the start of the episode. Then, unravel the mystery of […]
1/10/202422 minutes, 37 seconds
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Looks Like We Made It

In this special episode of Mac Geek Gab, direct from their first day at CES 2024, Pilot Pete and Dave Hamilton dive into an array of innovative gadgets. Kicking things off, they discuss the versatile Yarbo, a remarkable machine that doubles as a snowblower and lawnmower, catering to your seasonal […]
1/8/202423 minutes
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Prolifically Lost

This week’s Mac Geek Gab podcast, hosted by Pilot Pete, Adam Christianson, and Dave Hamilton, dives into a plethora of handy Quick Tips and user queries, ensuring you stay ahead in the tech game. Discover how to effortlessly name group chats in Messages and manipulate pesky items in your Mac’s […]
1/8/20241 hour, 25 minutes, 46 seconds
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Where The Gems Are Found

Dive into this week’s Mac Geek Gab episode, where Pilot Pete, Adam Christianson, and Dave Hamilton uncover digital gems just for you. Starting with Quick Tips, Tony reveals how dragging from search results can add apps to your iPad and iPhone dock, while Andrew shares a geo-fencing trick to send […]
1/1/20241 hour, 21 minutes, 7 seconds
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A Geeky Christmas — Mac Geek Gab 1015

In this week’s Mac Geek Gab, episode 1015, Pilot Pete, Adam Christianson, and Dave Hamilton dive deep into a mix of quick tips and detailed tech advice. Starting off, they tackle the nuances of macOS and iOS, like resetting notifications in System Settings and sending emails to contact lists with […]
12/25/20231 hour, 21 minutes, 25 seconds
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The Student Becomes The Master

This week on Mac Geek Gab, Pilot Pete, Adam Christianson, and Dave Hamilton dive into a plethora of quick tips and savvy tricks for Mac and iOS users. Discover how to efficiently manage iPhone and iPad reminder notifications with a simple pull-down gesture, and explore the versatile uses of Reminders […]
12/18/20231 hour, 23 minutes, 5 seconds
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Yummy Worms and Batteries

This week on Mac Geek Gab 1013, you’re in for a treat with Pilot Pete, Adam Christianson, and Dave Hamilton sharing their tech wisdom. Starting with Quick Tips, learn the nifty trick of using Command-Drag to force a file to open with a specific app, and understand why copying as […]
12/11/20231 hour, 25 minutes, 22 seconds
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There's a DAC in Your Dongle

In this week’s Mac Geek Gab, Pilot Pete, Adam Christianson, and Dave Hamilton dive into a plethora of quick tips and user questions, ensuring you stay ahead in the tech game. Starting with a nifty trick from James, learn to quickly access photos in iPhone messages with a press and […]
12/4/20231 hour, 22 minutes, 44 seconds
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Trust The Nav

Step into the world of Mac Geek Gab’s latest episode with Pilot Pete and Dave Hamilton, where tech tips and tricks are just a swipe away. Discover the simple yet game-changing tip of swiping to delete digits in iPhone calculators, and elevate your MacOS messaging efficiency with the ‘⌘E’ shortcut […]
11/27/20231 hour, 21 minutes, 43 seconds
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The Finest Green Bubble Potatoes

Dive into quick tips like using Command-Shift-V to paste without formatting, clicking on the desktop to clear windows and reveal Sonoma Desktop Widgets, and understanding the differences between created and edited dates in Notes. Learn about the upcoming RCS messaging for iPhone, not end-to-end encrypted, and the nuances of setting […]
11/20/20231 hour, 23 minutes, 12 seconds
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You Have Our Permission

This week on Mac Geek Gab, Pilot Pete and Dave Hamilton dive deep into the nitty-gritty of your Apple products starting with some savvy Quick Tips. Discover how a simple left-to-right tug in iPhone Messages can revolutionize your reply game, and get the low-down on summoning the Keyboard Viewer for […]
11/13/20231 hour, 19 minutes, 23 seconds
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5,862 Days of Pre-Flight

This week on Mac Geek Gab, Pilot Pete and Dave Hamilton dive headlong into aviation apps, tossing Quick Tips like confetti along the way. Get the lowdown on everything from X-Plane’s virtual skies to Sentry ADS-B’s real-time flight data, and manage your electronic cockpit with apps like ForeFlight and FliteDeck […]
11/6/20231 hour, 16 minutes, 8 seconds
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Geeky Reactions to Apple's "Scary Fast" Event

This bonus Mac Geek Gab episode sees Jeff Gamet, Adam Christianson, and Dave Hamilton sharing their hot takes on Apple’s “Scary Fast” event. They dissect the unveiling of the new iMacs, the remarkable M3 MacBook Pros, and mull over the conspicuous absence of a Mac mini announcement. As they deep […]
10/31/202346 minutes, 36 seconds
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Like a Caveman!

You’ve got the latest tips and tricks from this week’s Mac Geek Gab 1006 with special guest Adam Christianson joining Dave Hamilton and Pilot Pete. Dive into the efficiency realm with quick methods like opening QR codes on iOS without a secondary device and mastering keyboard shortcuts for Finder, dashes, […]
10/30/20231 hour, 24 minutes, 4 seconds
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Saying "I Need Help" Costs Nothing

Dive into the latest and greatest from Mac Geek Gab 1005 with Dave Hamilton and Pilot Pete! For a seamless tech experience, here’s what you need to know: Get full-page screenshots on iOS with the “Screen” and “Full Page” tab option. Rotate your StandBy to Portrait to quickly kill that […]
10/23/20231 hour, 15 minutes, 20 seconds
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Head-Banging With AppleScript

You’ve got some juicy tidbits from Mac Geek Gab 1004 with Pilot Pete and Dave Hamilton. Ready? Raise your watch, say “five minutes,” and boom – timer set. Jazz up your Notebook with emojis in the folder names, create a dedicated email address for newsletters, and if you’re into privacy, […]
10/16/20231 hour, 24 minutes, 11 seconds
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Schrödinger's Ringtone

Dive into a tech-filled journey with Pilot Pete and Dave Hamilton! This week on Mac Geek Gab, they serve up quick tips just for you: from enabling your iPhone Camera’s “Spirit Level” and Grid features in iOS 17, tweaking wallpaper settings in Sonoma, to a crucial warning about editing ringtones […]
10/9/20231 hour, 16 minutes, 31 seconds
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Support For The Tag-Challenged!

In this week’s Mac Geek Gab, Pilot Pete and Dave Hamilton dive into a treasure trove of quick tips and solutions for Apple enthusiasts. Right off the bat, they explore quirky functionalities like cutting paper out of pictures and plopping it into Notes, crafting stickers with iOS 17, and utilizing […]
10/2/20231 hour, 24 minutes, 6 seconds
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Talk Nerdy To Me

In this weeks Mac Geek Gab, Dave Hamilton and Pilot Pete jump straight into the tech jungle with a myriad of Apple tips and tricks. Starting with a listener’s CarPlay guidance to silence directions, they roll into watchOS 10 tweaks, including the revamped way of switching watch faces. Dennis Jurgensen […]
9/25/20231 hour, 21 minutes, 11 seconds
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Thanks for Teaching Us to Fish

In this, the 1000th episode of Mac Geek Gab, Pilot Pete and Dave Hamilton dive into the realm of iOS 17, shedding light on offline map downloads, storage optimization, and Apple’s music recognition. They tackle a barrage of listener questions, discussing solutions for Spotify users with Shazam’s Apple Music default […]
9/18/20231 hour, 18 minutes, 48 seconds
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Geeky Reactions to Apple's Wonderlust Event

Jeff Gamet joins Dave Hamilton today to dissect and share reactions to Apple’s iPhone and Apple Watch announcements at their Wonderlust event. Topics include the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro, the Apple Watch Series 9 and Apple Watch Ultra 2, changes to cables, thinner bezels, titanium, and more. Listen […]
9/12/20231 hour, 14 minutes, 45 seconds
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We're Just Here For The Free Wi-Fi

In this episode of Mac Geek Gab, Pilot Pete and Dave Hamilton take you on a tour of Cool Stuff Found and answers to pesky questions…with a little story time thrown in for good measure! Kicking off Cool Stuff Found, MarkM introduced a savvy shortcut, allowing users to harness the […]
9/4/20231 hour, 26 minutes, 4 seconds
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That Sweet 2.4GHz Gold

In the latest Mac Geek Gab episode, Pilot Pete and Dave Hamilton share nifty Quick Tips like how to quickly check your iPhone storage when apps act up, and the trick to tweak Weather app’s Location settings for widgets. They tackle listener questions head-on, offering solutions for cleaning up the […]
8/28/20231 hour, 16 minutes, 34 seconds
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Another Week, Another New Mac

From unlocking the secrets of the command key in Spotlight to the ins and outs of Siri commands for Apple TVs, Pilot Pete and Dave Hamilton leave no stone unturned. They navigate the intricacies of the Synology interface, dive deep into the custom domains world of iCloud Plus, and address […]
8/21/20231 hour, 21 minutes, 36 seconds
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The Universe is Listening!

Adam Christianson joins Pilot Pete and Dave Hamilton this week to dive deep into a slew of Apple-centric topics. They kicked off with a series of Quick Tips, guiding users through optimizing cellular data settings, using keyboard shortcuts in Pages, and even the quirky tip of FaceTiming oneself. In a […]
8/14/20231 hour, 23 minutes, 5 seconds
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You Just Hit a Bump

Delve into a treasure trove of Quick Tips and advice for the Mac community with your two favorite geeks as they kick off this week’s Mac Geek Gab episode! Pilot Pete and Dave Hamilton start with screenshot shortcuts, followed by a spotlight on using Spotlight instead of System Settings. They […]
8/7/20231 hour, 18 minutes, 54 seconds
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The MGG Caucus @ Macstock 7

For this special episode, Dave Hamilton hosts the “Mac Geek Gab Caucus” live from the Macstock Conference. Joined by a robust panel including Pilot Pete, Allison Sheridan, Jeff Gamet, John F. Braun, and Adam Christianson, they launch into a retrospective on automation on Mac platforms, showcasing their diverse preferences for […]
7/31/20231 hour, 5 minutes, 12 seconds
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Tech, Travel, AI, & Audio Cool Stuff Found

This week on Mac Geek Gab, hosts Pilot Pete and Dave Hamilton delve into a plethora of Cool Stuff Found. There are too many to list, but they include a new listener find, YouGetSignal, an open port check tool crucial for maintaining seamless connectivity by revealing blocked and open ports […]
7/24/20231 hour, 18 minutes, 25 seconds
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That's Not Junk Mail, Apple

Opening with a hack about the Apple Watch weather app, hosts Dave Hamilton and Pilot Pete journey into diverse topics including naval aviation in Pensacola and how to navigate the tricky waters of Apple Mail’s spam filters. They exchange insights on Apple’s seemingly erratic spam filtering and propose potential solutions […]
7/17/20231 hour, 17 minutes, 51 seconds
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If It Ain't Broke, Fix It 'Til It Is!

In this high-flying episode of Mac Geek Gab, Pilot Pete and Dave Hamilton unleash a treasure trove of quick Mac tips and tricks. They kick things off by zooming through system settings, with Pilot Pete navigating users on a shortcut to access them with the Option key. Not stopping there, […]
7/10/20231 hour, 19 minutes, 49 seconds
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Just Call It Touch-Touch

In this Mac Geek Gab episode, Dave Hamilton and Pilot Pete start with app permissions and then dive into the world of shortcuts, offering valuable resources like MacSparky’s field guide. Listener Ben contributes a shortcut for opening folders in the Finder, and the hosts discuss the magic of the option […]
7/3/20231 hour, 13 minutes, 27 seconds
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Watch Out For ConWare

Kicking off this week’s Mac Geek Gab, Dave Hamilton and Pilot Pete share a listener’s clever suggestion about storing receipts and user manuals in the Books app, a novel way to keep things organized and easily accessible. Your two favorite geeks then explore the little-known trick of shrinking the picture-in-picture […]
6/26/20231 hour, 22 minutes, 20 seconds
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Unexpected Ripple Effects

Hey there, fellow tech enthusiast! Dave and Pete kicked things off by discussing some neat ideas to keep you organized. They talked about the power of creating a dedicated Notes folder, where you can jot down important information or even take pictures of where you’ve placed items. It’s like having […]
6/19/20231 hour, 22 minutes, 57 seconds
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Just Use Your Nose

In this episode, your two favorite geeks share some incredible quick tips, cool stuff found, and answer burning questions from the Mac geek community. So, fasten your seatbelts and join us as we dive into the world of Mac tips and tricks. Remember, as Dave and Pilot Pete always say, […]
6/12/20231 hour, 16 minutes, 44 seconds
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We Truly Live in a World of Wonder

Jeff Gamet joins Pilot Pete and Dave Hamilton to talk about Apple’s WWDC announcements including the new 15″ MacBook Air, the Apple Silicon Mac Pro, iOS 17, iPadOS 17, macOS Sonoma and, of course, Apple’s new spatial computing headset: The Apple Vision Pro. Chapters/Timestamps/Stuff mentioned: 00:00:00 Mac Geek Gab 985 […]
6/6/20231 hour, 14 minutes
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Sit On Your Hands

In this episode Dave Hamilton and Pilot Pete bring you a treasure trove of quick tips, insights, cool stuff found, troubleshooting mistakes, and expert advice. So, fasten your seatbelts and get ready for a mind-blowing Apple journey. As we always say, “Don’t Get Caught” without the latest tech knowledge! Quick […]
6/5/20231 hour, 19 minutes, 57 seconds
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Mail Doesn’t Get The Hint

Welcome back, Mac Geeks! In this episode of Mac Geek Gab, your go-to podcast for all things Mac, our hosts Dave Hamilton, John F. Braun, and Pilot Pete dive deep into the digital waters of Apple’s ecosystem, covering everything from Quick Tips to solving your burning questions. So, strap in […]
5/29/20231 hour, 17 minutes, 23 seconds
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Navigating Hotel Notes-ifornia

In this episode, hosts Dave Hamilton, John F. Braun, and Pilot Pete kicked off with listener Dan’s quick tip on how to select groups of photos on iPhone rapidly. Dan discovered that swiping from left to right, starting from the first desired photo and scrolling downwards without lifting your finger, […]
5/22/20231 hour, 27 minutes, 38 seconds
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Strong and Wrong on the 5:15

Welcome to another exciting episode of Mac Geek Gab, hosted by Dave Hamilton, John F. Braun, and Pilot Pete. In this episode, we’ll explore a variety of quick tips to enhance your Mac experience, discuss popular notetaking apps, and share some cool stuff we found. So sit back, relax, and […]
5/15/20231 hour, 19 minutes, 17 seconds
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Your Text is Human Written

Are you a Mac user looking to keep up with the latest tech tips and tricks? Then you don’t want to miss Mac Geek Gab 980! In this episode, hosts Pilot Pete, John F. Braun, and Dave Hamilton share their expertise and knowledge on a range of topics, from Apple […]
5/8/20231 hour, 21 minutes, 4 seconds
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Hidden Files, Address Bar Navigation, and HomeKit Cameras

In this episode of Mac Geek Gab, Pilot Pete, John F. Braun, and Dave Hamilton start with some Quick Tips shared by the audience. Bruce, Erik, Ben, and Wayne share the tip of using Cmd-Shift-Period for showing hidden/invisible files in Finder. Scott shares a better way of navigating messages on […]
5/1/20231 hour, 12 minutes, 4 seconds
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Heisenbugs Are Expected Behavior

Welcome back, Mac Geek Gab listeners! In episode 978, our hosts Dave Hamilton, John F. Braun, and Pilot Pete dive into a wide range of Mac tips, tricks, and troubleshooting. This episode is packed with valuable advice for Mac users, covering topics from setting a shared screenshots folder to managing […]
4/24/20231 hour, 17 minutes, 24 seconds
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Hey Siri, Use Your Words

This week, your three favorite geeks delve into some of the coolest tech finds for Apple users, share insightful tips, and answer listener questions. Let’s explore the highlights of Mac Geek Gab 977, aired on Monday, April 17th, 2023. Cool Stuff Found The podcast starts with an interesting collection of […]
4/17/20231 hour, 25 minutes, 16 seconds
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We Don't Have Time For Patience!

Welcome to Mac Geek Gab 976 for Monday, April 10th, 2023! Today, your three favorite geeks – Dave Hamilton, Pilot Pete, and John F. Braun – are here to guide you through a fascinating episode filled with Quick Tips, app recommendations, and troubleshooting advice. Remember, our motto is: Don’t Get […]
4/10/20231 hour, 20 minutes, 4 seconds
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Is It The Yorkshiremen or ChatGPT?

In the latest episode of Mac Geek Gab, our three favorite geeks, Dave Hamilton, John F. Braun, and Pilot Pete, delivered an exciting and informative podcast that touched on a variety of topics. From quick tips to detailed discussions, episode 975 is packed with valuable information for Mac enthusiasts. The […]
4/3/20231 hour, 18 minutes, 55 seconds
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I Didn’t Use The H Word!

Unlock the secrets of Finder with sorting, dragging, and tagging mastery! Experience lightning-fast message reactions, and let John and Dave guide you in conquering Safari spam notifications. Join the thrilling adventure with your two all-time favorite geeks, diving into your questions and unveiling tips, Cool Stuff Found, and more to […]
3/27/20231 hour, 10 minutes, 22 seconds
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Safari Swipes, Finder Drags, and Pings Galore

The Finder can be a drag…the good kind! And swiping right in Safari might not have the effect you think. Press play and listen to John F. Braun, Pilot Pete, and Dave Hamilton share these Quick Tips and SO many more. Plus, your three favorite geeks answer your questions and […]
3/20/20231 hour, 16 minutes, 36 seconds
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Where Did My Memory Go?

Is your Mac running out of memory? It might tell you it is, but is it really, or is something else going on? Listen as John F. Braun, Pilot Pete, and Dave Hamilton talk through this and all your other questions, providing context, answers, and those tangential Quick Tips that […]
3/13/20231 hour, 16 minutes, 19 seconds
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Spam, Siri, Sorting, and Stuff

What do you use for spam filtering? How do you efficiently file Mail? What’s your favorite trick for the macOS Finder? Listen as your three geeks share their and your thoughts on this while answering your questions and helping to solve your problems. Press play and learn five new things […]
3/6/20231 hour, 20 minutes, 23 seconds
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It's an Interrupt Issue

Press play to learn how to use your Apple Pencil to take screenshots and create tags on your iPad, make your iPhone display ALL the entries from Google Calendar, and much more! Join Dave, John, and Pilot Pete as they answer your questions and solve your problems, ensuring you learn […]
2/27/20231 hour, 14 minutes, 16 seconds
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They Find The Beer Fridge First

What is your current backup routine? Do you even need one anymore? John, Dave, and Pete talk through answers to all your questions, including this one! Other questions answered include how to dry wet AirPods, sharing only certain Contact info, using Security Keys with Apple Devices, fixing macOS Ventura’s pesky […]
2/20/20231 hour, 22 minutes
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Don't Mute Me, Bro

iOS 16 Includes a new “Block Sender” shortcut along with a bunch of stuff added to the Lock Screen, and you can use Siri to control your Apple TV. That’s just a sampling of the Quick Tips your two favorite geeks share to start the show. Listen as John and […]
2/13/20231 hour, 15 minutes, 5 seconds
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You Beat Me To The Ding

Quick Tips for your Mac and iPhone about Siri, QR codes, Voice Isolation, and Multi-Port USB-C Chargers are just the beginning today. After that, your three favorite geeks provide answers to your questions about configuring your network, properly ejecting disks, waking up your Mac remotely, and much more. Plus, John, […]
2/6/20231 hour, 18 minutes, 30 seconds
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No One Has “Mouse”

Learn keyboard shortcuts for logging into your Mac, tricks for controlling Open/Save dialogs, using Conversation Mode to Translate voice conversations, how to set multiple timers, and more. And it’s not just Quick Tips that your three favorite geeks feature this week, there’s a TON of Cool Stuff Found. John, Dave, […]
1/30/20231 hour, 14 minutes, 29 seconds
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You Don’t Have to Beat The Guillotine

Apple’s new M2-family chips see updated Mac mini and MacBook Pro models, and Dave, John, and Pete talk through the impacts of that…for them and for you. Quick Tips rule the week, with the Finder sidebar getting special attention. Keyboard shortcuts are the runner-up, too, with lots of love there, […]
1/23/20231 hour, 16 minutes, 33 seconds
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Something Somewhere Is FUBAR

Answers to your questions about USB (including USB 4!), apps not launching in Ventura, the longevity of M1 Macs, formatting external drives, and filtering Mail are all here, courtesy of your three favorite geeks. John, Pete, and Dave also take you through a slew of Quick Tips about Notes, Contacts, […]
1/16/20231 hour, 19 minutes, 48 seconds
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CSF from CES 2023

Matter, MagSafe, Turntables, and TVs are just a few of the technologies your three favorite geeks encountered at CES 2023. Listen as John, Dave, and Pete talk through these and more as they share all the Cool Stuff they Found in Las Vegas. That’s not all, though! The episode starts […]
1/9/20231 hour, 14 minutes, 33 seconds
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LastPass vs. Southwest Airlines: Whose Month Was Worse?

This week your three favorite geeks talk about tunnels! Listen to learn about SSH tunnels, Cloudflare Tunnels, and maybe another kind of tunnel. That’s not all, though! You’ve got Cool Stuff Found, your questions answered about iCloud Keychain, Messages, CarPlay, and Screen Sharing. Plus, John, Pete, and Dave answer the […]
1/2/20231 hour, 17 minutes, 15 seconds
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macOS Ventura Is Apple's Vista

Quick Tips about Apple Pay, Spotlight, Advanced Data Protection, iCloud Storage, Picture-in-Picture, Apple Watch, and Stage Manager are just the start of today’s episode! Then your three favorite geeks go on to help solve your macOS Ventura woes (as much as that’s possible!), discuss the best way to configure DNS, […]
12/26/20221 hour, 18 minutes, 41 seconds
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Headless Macs, Resizing Images, Cable Modems, and More

Finding geeks ways to make your computing life more efficient is fun, and your three favorite geeks share tips for resizing images, managing calendars, using the Finder’s toolbar, controlling your Apple TV and much, much more. Listen as John, Pete, and Dave answer your questions and share your tips, ensuring […]
12/19/20221 hour, 22 minutes, 16 seconds
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We Need That Five Sense Experience

Terminal tips to do make tricky things easy, an Apple Pencil alternative, Robots to clean your home and your pool, and a hidden pinball game are just the first few things you’ll hear from John, Pete, and Dave in this week’s Mac Geek Gab episode. Plus, with answers to important […]
12/12/20221 hour, 23 minutes, 36 seconds
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NFC Tags are Technological Rabbits

Chapters/Timestamps/Stuff mentioned: 00:00:00 Mac Geek Gab 958 for Monday, December 5, 2022 Paul-QT-Restart Your Apple TV Remote by Pressing TV+Volume-Down for 5 Seconds 00:02:48 Requiem for a Keyboard Matias Tactile Pro Keyboard The MGG Discord Server is Live! The MGG Merch Store is Live! Cool Stuff Found 00:07:15 Ben-CSF-954–Script to […]
12/5/20221 hour, 19 minutes, 36 seconds
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Down The Meta Rabbit Hole

Did you know about macOS Ventura’s Background Noise? How about making Apple Pay easier on your Apple Watch? Quick Tips rule the day here…right up until the tangents take over! Yep, this one’s got more rabbit holes than most, but you get to join your three favorite geeks having fun […]
11/28/20221 hour, 14 minutes, 35 seconds
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My Lizard Brain Knows It

Did you know you could change your iPhone’s Wi-Fi network during the setup process? How about the Terminal’s ability to show you a list of remote connection options? These are just the first two Quick Tips this week, and it continues from there, folks! Listen as John and Dave take […]
11/21/20221 hour, 20 minutes, 20 seconds
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Don’t Hide Stuff From Yourself

Tips for your iPhone and Apple Watch start today’s episode, including some often-overlooked nuances of Focus Modes to make your life even better. Then John, Dave, and Pete answer your questions about MacBooks losing battery during sleep, Apple TV installations, Stage Manager and more. Some Cool Stuff Found rounds out […]
11/14/20221 hour, 19 minutes, 22 seconds
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You Mean To Say Purpler

Cool Stuff Found rules the day today, with Continuity Camera mounts, Lightroom replacements, Email tweaks, and the final word on 3-in-1 Charging Cubes. That’s not all, though. John, Pete, and Dave dissect (and maybe even answer!) your questions about Ventura’s extra CPU usage, syncing text replacement, AirTag notifications and more. […]
11/7/20221 hour, 19 minutes, 32 seconds
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What Madness Is This?!? (aka macOS Ventura's System Settings)

macOS Ventura changed the way we manage preferences with its System Settings app…and lots of things aren’t where we’d expect to find them! Listen as John tries to help Dave make sense of some of these…and maybe that helps us all! There’s more: your two favorite geeks dig into your […]
10/31/20221 hour, 18 minutes, 3 seconds
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Change is...Bad?

Apple makes changes, mayhem ensues! Except when it doesn’t and everything’s fine. Listen as John, Pete, and Dave talk through Apple’s changes of the week, from new hardware to newly-released operating systems. macOS Ventura, iPadOS 16.1, new iPads, new Apple TVs…all of it needs to be dissected by your three […]
10/24/20221 hour, 33 minutes, 10 seconds
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Beware Alert Blindness

Your Apple and tech questions answered include Doug, who has trouble with Safari loading pages, Bob, whose DiskStation is being hacked, and Richard, who wants to connect external drives to his Mac. Also, learn how to check your Carbon Copy Cloner Free Space Requirement to be sure you’re not over-filling […]
10/17/20221 hour, 28 minutes, 36 seconds
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Conjuring Up The Battery Person

Which router should you buy? How much free space do I really have on my Mac? Where are my AirPods? These are just some of your questions answered by your three favorite geeks here this week. And then there are the Quick Tips. Oh, man, are there Quick Tips. Listen as […]
10/10/20221 hour, 20 minutes, 25 seconds
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Siri Tricks, AirPort Secrets, and Fun VaporWare

Siri can do SO many things for you now, including restarting, battery level, and controlling the flashlight in fun ways. Plus, want an easier way to launch the camera? Listen as John and Dave share all of your favorite tips and then answer your questions. Plus, your two favorite geeks […]
10/3/20221 hour, 21 minutes, 26 seconds
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From Mood Rings to Move Rings

Quick Tips to resize macOS background windows, quick-delete apps on your iPhone, get perfect shape in markup, and finding your Apple Books are just how your three favorite geeks start this episode. Then John, Dave, and Pete answer your questions and share tips about archiving your email, fixing the Mac […]
9/26/20221 hour, 24 minutes, 47 seconds
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The Land of Pulling Things Out of My Backside

This episode has even more iOS 16 Quick Tips including Lock Screen, Keyboard Touch, Battery, Photos, and Service History. That’s not all, though! Pete, John, and Dave answer your questions about connecting to your printers, controlling iCloud Drive, and Migrating your iPhone. Plus, Synology shares a statement about the future […]
9/19/20221 hour, 24 minutes, 35 seconds
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Sharing Our PINs Like it’s Nuthin’

iOS 16 is out and your three favorite geeks take you through their favorite features…some of which are hidden in plain sight! That’s not all, though. Your questions are answered, your Quick Tips are shared, and Dave even throws in a Cool Stuff Found for you, Pete, and John, too. […]
9/12/20221 hour, 29 minutes, 4 seconds
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Geeking FAR OUT with Apple's Event

Apple held its “Far Out” event today and John, Pete, and Dave are here to share their reactions to the new iPhones…and more! Chapters/Timestamps/Stuff mentioned: 00:00:00 Mac Geek Gab 945 for Wednesday, September 7, 2022 The MGG Discord Server is Live! The MGG Merch Store is Live! 00:03:59 iPhone 14 […]
9/7/20221 hour, 8 minutes, 14 seconds
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Monitoring the Weather, Your Photos...and Yourself!

Do you find productivity monitoring software creepy? Of course you do! But how about if you use it on yourself? If you’d rather just monitor the weather, your three favorite geeks (and fellow MGG listeners) have answers for you. That’s not all, though! Listen as Pilot Pete, John F. Braun, […]
9/5/20221 hour, 13 minutes, 1 second
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No One Wants Unsolicited AirDrop Requests

Learn how to ensure your Wi-Fi is always on at home, how to see your Apple Watch’s charge status, how to find unread messages, how to troubleshoot application permissions on your Mac, and how to avoid unsolicited AirDrop Requests with John, Dave, and Pilot Pete. Listen as your three favorite […]
8/29/20221 hour, 20 minutes, 36 seconds
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Photos, Privacy, VPNs, and More!

Worried about your browsing privacy? Wanna stack your credit card rebates? Need to edit the dates on your photos? John, Dave, and Pilot Pete have you covered! Listen as your three favorite geeks share their thoughts, answers, and tips about all these topics and much much more. Press play and […]
8/22/20221 hour, 22 minutes, 5 seconds
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Home Theater Geek Gab...and More!

Our TVs have become more and more complex over the years, and more and more integrated with the rest of our computing lives. Listen as John and Dave talk about John’s new TV and what changes that inflicts upon his existing setup. That’s not all, though! Your two favorite geeks […]
8/15/20221 hour, 18 minutes, 54 seconds
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By The Way, Alexa

Want a quick way to send the same iMessage to another person? How about customizing the icons of your PDFs? Quick Tips are your friends, and John, Dave, and Pilot Pete have plenty for you this week. That’s not all, though! You get to learn how to technologically-enhance your outdoor […]
8/8/20221 hour, 23 minutes, 8 seconds
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Socket 939

Don’t get caught using—and losing—your Google Authenticator data. Do get caught solving your Apple TV syncing issues…and Contact Duplication…and so, so much more. Listen as John and Dave share your tips and answer your questions to ensure you learn at least five new things along with your two favorite geeks! […]
8/1/20221 hour, 16 minutes, 48 seconds
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Summer Travel Season Tips...and More!

Did you know that “Optimize Charging” actually charges your iPhone more slowly? How about the *best* place to put your AirTag when traveling? What about the Hamilton Maneuver? These, and more, are among the five new things you’re guaranteed to learn in this week’s episode. Join Dave, John, and Pilot […]
7/25/20221 hour, 16 minutes, 22 seconds
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Where Is the iMac Studio?

Did you know you can choose specific windows in your Mac’s Cmd-Tab app-switcher? How about an easy—and automatic—way of connecting to your home devices while traveling? Do you keep AirTags in your luggage? And…would you buy an iMac Studio? Listen as John F. Braun, Pilot Pete, and Dave Hamilton talk […]
7/18/20221 hour, 17 minutes, 24 seconds
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AI, Steve Jobs, and a Watermelon

Did you ever want to pin a tab inside a Tab Group? How about using your Mac as a power bank? Want a refurb Mac Studio? Today’s your lucky day, and that’s just the start of the show! John and Dave share Quick Tips to get things rolling and then […]
7/11/20221 hour, 17 minutes, 47 seconds
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Leaf Out, Man

Wanna sync multiple folders amongst all your Macs, rename your Bluetooth devices, keep your Mac awake? Dave, John, and Pilot Pete have you covered! Also: are your meetings “virtual” or “remote”? Your three favorite geeks help you figure that out, too. Press play and enjoy learning at least five new […]
7/4/20221 hour, 22 minutes, 37 seconds
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You Can Dangle Your Dongle

Did you know that macOS will tell you which Wi-Fi channel you should use on your router? How about that you can type in specific start and end times for iPhone calendar appointments? How about seeing the wireless charging draw of your iPhone? You will after you listen to just […]
6/27/20221 hour, 23 minutes
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Take Me Down to Tangent City

What are your thoughts on backup internet connections, programming NFC tags, expiration dates on consumer products, DACs for your devices, and more? If you don’t have any of these yet, you will once you listen because these are just a few of the tangents John and Dave will walk you […]
6/20/20221 hour, 27 minutes
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We Are Just 17 (If You Know What We Mean)

Happy Birthday to us all! It’s true… 17 years ago today (to the day!) John and Dave released the first Mac Geek Gab episode (called “TMO To Go”) and Pilot Pete joined not to long afterwards. It’s been 17 years of answering your questions, sharing Cool Stuff Found, learning Quick […]
6/13/20221 hour, 29 minutes, 18 seconds
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Geeky Reactions to Apple's WWDC22 Keynote

Apple’s WWDC conference is this week, with a slew of new announcements for both Developers and end users alike. Listen as John, Dave, and Pilot Pete share their initial reactions to Apple’s latest news, digging in to provide some context as only your three favorite geeks can. Press play and […]
6/7/20221 hour, 22 minutes, 54 seconds
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Jiggle Mode Galore

Dave’s been testing the new Synology RT6600ax router and has some “first look” thoughts to share. He, John, and Pete continue by answering your questions about mesh networks, VLANs, IoT devices, and more. Cool Stuff Found this week includes places to find discounted (or free!) apps, options for portable screens, […]
5/30/20221 hour, 21 minutes, 38 seconds
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Qi vs. MagSafe, Split Screen, and More!

What are the differences between Qi and MagSafe? Listen as your three favorite geeks talk through all this and more. Split screen, searching in Messages, finding hidden drafts in Mail, and Google resuming free GSuite access are just a few of the topics that John, Dave, and Pilot Pete dig […]
5/23/20221 hour, 21 minutes, 27 seconds
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A Synology Geek Gab

Synology’s DiskStations are a popular item amongst all of us here in the MGG Family, listeners and hosts all included! Listen today as guest Jeff Gamet makes a hasty return to join John F. Braun, Dave Hamilton, and Pilot Pete to talk all things Synology and Network Attached Storage. Press […]
5/16/20221 hour, 15 minutes, 18 seconds
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Don't Store Your iPhone In Your Navel

Quick Tips for keyboard shortcuts, viewing messages, and speed tests are just the first segment of this week’s episode. Listen as John, Dave, and Pilot Pete navigate you through understanding managing the Finder sidebar, tweaking your batteries, choosing storage, and ensuring your DNS will let you connect to hotel Wi-Fi. […]
5/9/20221 hour, 20 minutes, 25 seconds
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Never Say Never...Except When Excavating

Bob “Dr. Mac” LeVitus joins your two favorite geeks this week to talk Apple’s Self Service repairs, Keyboard Shortcuts, Screen Layout, and Twinkly lights! Of course, John and Dave make sure to keep things on the rails with your favorite Quick Tips and Cool Stuff Found, as well. Press play […]
5/2/20221 hour, 26 minutes, 54 seconds
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Cool Stuff (and Jeff Gamet) Found!

Jeff Gamet joins John and Dave today to share all kinds of Cool Stuff Found with you. Categories range from MagSafe car mounts to mechanical keyboards, to USB adapters and more. Listen to your three favorite geeks have their minds blown by a listener submission about Remote Access, and then there […]
4/25/20221 hour, 22 minutes, 1 second
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Time Slows All Computers

Google email is no longer free, Preview has Zoom, iPadOS has Low Power Mode, and you can use Spotlight and Screenshots for notes. Also learn the best ways to remote access into your Mac from your iPhone while you're on the road.
4/18/20221 hour, 21 minutes, 50 seconds
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Clouding As a Verb

It's true, we "cloud" things now. It's a thing. On top of that, iCloud Private Relay is also a thing, and it's not necessarily a good one yet. But it's in beta, so give it time. Plex's new Discovery Watchlist is also in beta, with similar results. No worries, your three favorite geeks talk you through all of this and more. Listen as Pilot Pete, John F. Braun, and Dave Hamilton share your quick tips, some Cool Stuff Found, and mostly answer your questions to ensure we all learn five new things from this week's episode. Press play and enjoy!
4/11/20221 hour, 21 minutes, 4 seconds
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The Cost-Mart in Kasketchewan

Allison Sheridan joins Dave and John this week to help you learn at least five new things! Quick Tips include seeing Mac App Store progress, uses for Tab Groups, configuring printer defaults, and more. Then it’s on to answering your questions about choosing the right Mac Studio, resolving “The file […]
4/4/20221 hour, 41 minutes, 12 seconds
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Rabbit Holes and Adjacent Universes

Quick Tips rule the day here, with Pete, John, and Dave sharing how to stop Facebook from disabling your audio, finding menu items in macOS, connecting two sets of AirPods to your Apple TV and much more. Your questions are answered, too, about blocking websites, parental controls, Disabling 5G and more. But it's the Rabbit Hole Tangents that your three favorite geeks dive down which make things fun, isn't it? Press play and learn five new things...including learning where this episode really goes!
3/28/20221 hour, 24 minutes, 21 seconds
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Once You Go Mac, You'll Never Go Back

John, Dave, and Pilot Pete get together from not just three different time zones, but two different countries! They talk about macOS 12.3, the best upgrade migration path, SXSW 2022, and more. Quick Tips include a new Force Quit shortcut, putting iCloud Drive on your Desktop, and much more. Press play and enjoy learning five new things with your three favorite geeks!
3/21/20221 hour, 18 minutes, 16 seconds
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From Apple to Vigorish

Learn about a portable screen for your laptop, how to reset your Apple mouse, how to resolve Safari errors and more with Pilot Pete, John F. Braun and Dave Hamilton this week. Of course, there are lots of (fun?) tangents your three favorite geeks take you on, as well, PLUS the first "Strange Things Found" inclusion in seventeen years. All this and more, just press play and enjoy!
3/14/20221 hour, 20 minutes, 27 seconds
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Geeky Reactions to Apple's Peek Performance Event

Dave, John, and Pilot Pete come together hot on the heels of Apple's Peek Performance Event to share their hot-takes with you. Listen as your three favorite geeks' thoughts about the new hardware evolve before your very ears...what do they think about the new Mac Studio, Studio Display, M1 Ultra, and more? Press play and enjoy learning at least five new things!
3/8/20221 hour, 6 minutes, 34 seconds
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I'm Pretty Much a Doctor Now?

Dave's back from his first international travel in two years and has some travel tips to share regarding mobile data service, AirTags, portable speakers, portable shoes, decking out your hotel room, tech-style, and much more! On top of that there are a bunch of Quick Tips from y'all which needed sharing and some questions which needed answering. Thankfully John stayed back, manned the office, and kept the mailbags from overflowing! Listen as your two favorite geeks tear through all this and more in the effort to ensure we all learn at least five new things together!
3/7/20221 hour, 18 minutes, 34 seconds
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A Cool Stuff Found Cornucopia

The Cool Stuff Found corner of the mailroom was starting to overflow, and the staff was getting restless, so Dave and John dig in. Learn how to find public Wi-Fi passwords, which Mac or iPhone to buy next, how to tweak your Mac's shutdown menu options, new webcams from Anker, and more. Plus, a discussion about snapshot reversion vs. restoration help shed some light on what we can do with APFS...and why we can't do more! Press play and enjoy learning at least five new things with your two favorite geeks!
2/28/20221 hour, 21 minutes, 21 seconds
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Quick Tips Galore!

This week, it seems it was impossible for Dave, John, and Pilot Pete to stop giving Quick Tips. Even the topics which your three favorite geeks thought were questions turned out to include a copious amount of Quick Tips. Hey, worse things could happen, right? iOS tips, macOS tips, Shazam tips (and a story about Shazam's origin!), iPadOS tips, APFS snapshots tips, internet recovery on M1 tips, and tips about pinning Safari Tabs and Contacts are maybe half of what you'll get in this episode. Press play and enjoy... and you might have to listen twice just to absorb everything!
2/21/20221 hour, 14 minutes, 47 seconds
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There's an Email Conspiracy!

Dave seems to think there's an email conspiracy, and he explains how to avoid it to you and John. That's not all, of course. Your Quick Tips help everyone use markup better, create a "Start the Day" shortcut, use Focus better, and more. Press play and listen as your two geeks share all of this and much, much more. Have fun...and don't get caught!
2/14/20221 hour, 25 minutes, 17 seconds
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Spending Airplane Dollars on Cool Stuff Found

We know…Cool Stuff Found sometimes gets expensive, but new geeky gear is so much fun! Thankfully, this episode has tons of free advice from your three favorite geeks, too, including a better way to provide tapback reactions in Messages, a way to see the email addresses in Mail, limiting people's ability to track your Mac (and you!), and keeping a wired backup for your Bluetooth keyboard. And that's just the first 15 minutes of the show. Press play and listen as Dave, John, and Pilot Pete walk you through all of this and more. Don't Get Caught!
2/7/20221 hour, 22 minutes, 41 seconds
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Silent Failures Are Bad News

Everything seems fine, but is it? How do you know if something has failed if you don't get a notification? Listen to your three favorite geeks talk through how this manifests in several areas of life, including Time Machine, Streaming TV, Cell Service...and propane! That's not all, though: John F. Braun, Dave Hamilton, and Pilot Pete walk you through a series of Quick Tips and Cool Stuff Found which ensure you learn at least five new things! Press play and enjoy.
1/31/20221 hour, 18 minutes, 38 seconds
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Keep Your Mac Out Of The ER

Each week, Dave and John come together to solve your problems and answer your questions. This week, that includes lots of great Quick Tips, troubleshooting tools, and ways of ensuring you keep your Mac, iPhone, and other Apple devices as trouble-free as possible. Press play and join your two favorite […]
1/24/20221 hour, 13 minutes, 27 seconds
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The One After 909

Listen as your two favorite geeks share tips and tricks about sharing photo libraries, writing Shortcuts, scanning pictures with your iPhone, choosing the best USB or Thunderbolt dock, and more. Press play and enjoy learning at least five new things along with Dave and John in this week's episode of […]
1/17/20221 hour, 18 minutes, 59 seconds
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Learning From Distractions

Everything's distracting, especially to many of us geeks. That's ok, though. Listen as John and Dave plow through their distractions to ensure everyone learns at least five new things. Your two favorite geeks troubleshoot AirPods, AirTags, Multitouch, and slow SSDs. They also share Cool Stuff Found from CES and beyond […]
1/10/20221 hour, 19 minutes, 17 seconds
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A Little Notification Goes A Long Way

Did you know you could create a reminder from macOS Mail? How would you like to learn about three new ways to toggle Do Not Disturb? Or a solution for dictating emojis? All this and more in just the first Quick Tips segment of the show. Then John and Dave […]
1/3/20221 hour, 16 minutes, 17 seconds
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Email, Atmos, and LiDAR...Oh My!

You know what happens when your two favorite geeks get together, don't you? Geeky talk about all kinds of things AND answers to all your questions. Listen as Dave and John help solve your email filtering issues, your Atmos setup, your house-cleaning needs, and more… all while ensuring everyone listening […]
12/27/20211 hour, 20 minutes, 21 seconds
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Change Is a Foot

Did you know Siri can record your voice and send that to someone? Did you know you could stream directly from Plex to Sonos? How about running your vacuum when you're not home? These are the Quick Tips John and Dave share in the very first segment of the show… […]
12/20/20211 hour, 15 minutes, 57 seconds
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Apple's Jeremy Butcher talks Apple Business Essentials

Apple recently announced-and-released the beta of their new MDM solution, Apple Business Essentials. Today we have Jeremy Butcher, Enterprise and Education Product Marketing Manager at Apple here to help us answer our questions about exactly what Apple Business Essentials can do for us and how it all works in a […]
12/14/202131 minutes, 45 seconds
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Opening All The Doors

A big part of keeping your computer running is troubleshooting the *right* things, and that's not always easy to discern. It often requires opening all the wrong doors before you find the right one to pass through en route to your solution. Listen today as Dave and John share some […]
12/13/20211 hour, 16 minutes, 55 seconds
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Prioritizing The Bachelorette

Oftentimes we find ourselves relying upon technology to help maintain family harmony. Listen as John and Dave share a few of your (and their!) examples of just how this can work, and they solve a few problems along the way. If you're a long-time MGG listener, though, you know that's […]
12/6/20211 hour, 21 minutes, 53 seconds
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Keyboards, Audio, and More!

What's more delicious than the sound of your fingers typing on a chunky mechanical keyboard? Hi-res audio coming out of your AirPods, of course! Good news: in today's episode your two favorite geeks give you both! That's not all, though. John and Dave talk through more Quick Tips and Cool […]
11/29/20211 hour, 17 minutes, 29 seconds
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Trapped In The Terminal

This week John and Dave find themselves trapped in the Terminal. Will your two favorite geeks escape? Press play to find out as they dig through a few Terminal commands, new and old, invoke some Shortcuts, talk about self-service repairs, empty the Trash, solve a draining battery, and more! You're […]
11/22/20211 hour, 19 minutes, 21 seconds
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Not The 900 Number You Expected

Join John, Dave, and Pilot Pete as they celebrate the 900th episode of Mac Geek Gab. What will they do? They'll answer your questions, share your tips, and ensure you (and they!) learn at least five new things, of course. That's how it has worked for 899 episodes, so there's […]
11/15/20211 hour, 25 minutes, 4 seconds
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A Summit of Geeks

MacMost's Gary Rosenzweig joins John and Dave today to share Quick Tips, Cool Stuff Found and, yes, to help answer all of your Apple-related tech questions. Topics include dealing with Monterey's "Load Content Directly" issues in Mail, Network Utility Replacements, Monterey image tricks, portable Apple Watch chargers, and much more! […]
11/8/20211 hour, 25 minutes, 32 seconds
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macOS Monterey Quick Tips, M1 Choices, and Cool Stuff Found

It's been a busy week in the Apple world: the new M1 Pro/Max-based MacBook Pros began arriving, Monterey dropped for most, AirPods Gen 3 arrived, you had questions, and your two favorite geeks have answers! Listen as John and Dave help try to sort through all of this, deciding what's […]
11/1/20211 hour, 30 minutes, 8 seconds
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Who Is The "Perfect" User?

Technology works in different ways for each of us, and it's often interesting to hear from folks who have different needs about why a certain bit of tech is "perfect" for them (or they "perfect" for it!). In this episode, John and Dave share thoughts from many of you about […]
10/25/20211 hour, 16 minutes, 50 seconds
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Unloading After Unleashed

Apple just finished presenting their "Unleashed" event about the newest Apple Silicon Macs, and it's time for your two favorite geeks to unload their thoughts about it all. Listen as John and Dave share their reactions to everything that happened today! Chapters/Timestamps/Stuff mentioned: 00:00:00 Mac Geek Gab 896 for Monday, […]
10/18/202142 minutes, 8 seconds
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iCloud+, OBD-II, and iOS 15 Tricks!

Settings get more granular in iOS 15, and your tips help us find a few new places to use that! Other tips include storing your music online for free, sorting out what your car is trying to tell you, and making sense of iCloud+. That's not all, though, your two […]
10/18/20211 hour, 18 minutes, 24 seconds
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Monterey On The Horizon

Your macOS Monterey questions are starting to trickle in, and your two favorite geeks have your answers. That's not all, though! This episode's got Quick Tips about webpage screenshots, Safari 15 tabs, Internet Recovery, and making your music sound better for YOUR ears. Plus, John and Dave answer your questions […]
10/11/20211 hour, 18 minutes, 40 seconds
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A Quick Tips & Cool Stuff Found Bonanza!

You folks filled the mailbag this week with some of the best Quick Tips and Cool Stuff Found your two favorite geeks have seen in a while. Listen as John and Dave share your tips (and theirs) about iOS 15 Focus, Safari 15 Tab Groups, Refunds on AppleCare+, Follow-up Siri […]
10/4/20211 hour, 17 minutes, 55 seconds
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Embracing the 15s

Safari 15, iOS 15, your 15th birthday, all of these are things we must embrace, right? Listen as your two favorite geeks walk you through their thoughts on it all (the first two, anyway!). That's not all, though, as this episode has some of the best Quick Tips we've ever […]
9/27/20211 hour, 14 minutes, 58 seconds
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Meanwhile, Back At The Ranch

Today the "we" is three with the return of Pilot Pete! The content is the same, only better, as Pete ensures your two favorite geeks complete their explanations for you. Topics today include Time Machine, Watch battery drain, airplanes, and of course your favorite Quick Tips and Cool Stuff Found. […]
9/20/20211 hour, 25 minutes, 44 seconds
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Geeks Scheming about Apple's California Streaming

Apple announced new iPhones, iPads, Fitness+ features, Watches, and more on Tuesday, and your two favorite geeks are here to share their reactions. On top of that, listen for Dave's pre-review of iOS 15 for you and John, as well as advice on how to approach next week's upgrade. Press […]
9/14/20211 hour, 5 minutes, 44 seconds
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Regurgitate, Reiterate, and Recurse

Starting with some of the best Quick Tips we've ever shared, your two favorite geeks roar through topics including measuring current, USB-C Flash Drives, solving Mail issues on iPhone, dissecting local storage usage, and much more. Press play and learn five new things with Dave and John. Chapters/Timestamps/Stuff mentioned: 00:00:00 […]
9/13/20211 hour, 18 minutes, 47 seconds
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Power Usage and iPhone Terminal

Today is full of Cool Stuff Found, tips, and questions, with focuses on your charging and power usage as well as seeing behind the scenes of your iPhone. Of course, there's always more with your two favorite geeks, including third-party AirTags, migrating email, and maintaining your Mac! Press play and […]
9/6/20211 hour, 13 minutes, 34 seconds
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Remembering The Hokey Pokey

How much Cool Stuff Found can your Two Favorite Geeks share? You're about to find out! Listen as John and Dave share all of your (and their) Cool Stuff Found, PLUS answering a slew of your networking and networking-related questions. Good stuff this week, folks, and it's all because of […]
8/30/20211 hour, 13 minutes, 14 seconds
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Not That Kind of Dog Track

Tips about Siri, RAM, AirTags, and Keyboards are just the first few things you'll get here in this week's episode. Then Dave and John continue the journey by answering your questions about Mail, Wi-Fi, VPNs, Synology, and more. Press play to enjoy learning at least five new things with your […]
8/23/20211 hour, 22 minutes, 22 seconds
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Travel Tips, Wi-Fi Troubleshooting, and Dave Got Caught!

It's always interesting when multiple listeners have the same problem, and today you can listen as John and Dave dig into issues with Mac minis and restarting. We think your two favorite geeks have the answer! And that's what happens here, you ask questions, we provide answers… and Quick Tips… […]
8/16/20211 hour, 15 minutes, 21 seconds
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Deep Dives into Chargers, Cord-Cutting, Hard Drive Maintenance, and More

Your geeks take you on a few mini Deep Dives (snorkels?) today, covering topics like Cord Cutting, Chargers, HomeKit (and HOOBS), Docker, Hard Drive Maintenance, and more. Dive in with John and Dave to learn at least five new things. And Don't Get Caught! Chapters/Timestamps/Stuff mentioned: 00:00:00 Mac Geek Gab […]
8/9/20211 hour, 15 minutes, 42 seconds
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Wi-Fi Connects But Doesn't Work

Ever have a scenario where everything seems right but nothing IS right? That's what's happening with several different MGG listeners this week, each for several different reasons. Listen as John and Dave dig into these questions — and more! — as they diligently work to ensure everyone learns at least five new […]
8/2/20211 hour, 14 minutes, 55 seconds
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DIY Automation, CarPlay, RAID, and More!

Sometimes the easy way isn't the fun way, and this week we've got lots of do-it-yourself solutions to share from all of you. Listen as John and Dave share your ideas about automation, launch agents, CarPlay, drive arrays and much more. Of course, it wouldn't be MGG without your two […]
7/26/20211 hour, 6 minutes, 35 seconds
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Cutting The Coax

Cool Stuff Found starts the day here, with things for printing webpages, controlling your trackpad/mouse, and organizing your life. Need a VPN at home? Your two favorite geeks have got you covered! Plus, the cable companies have priced it such that cutting the cord isn't enough. Listen as Dave tells […]
7/19/20211 hour, 18 minutes, 54 seconds
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Clone, Erase, Install, Restore

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 […]
7/12/20211 hour, 14 minutes, 35 seconds
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I Want My, I Want My, I Want My ... USB-C!

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 […]
7/5/20211 hour, 20 minutes, 41 seconds
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Consulting Advice, Quick Tips, and DSM 7.0

If you're a computer consultant, how do you manage your billing? Like many of you listening, Dave and John both spent time as consultants, too. Listen as they talk about some of the practices — and problems — they experienced! Synology's DSM 7.0 is out, too, and you're going to want to […]
6/28/20211 hour, 21 minutes, 26 seconds
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Hot Corners and Hot Flashes

It's summer and it's hot! That means it's time to learn some tips about hot corners (on your Mac), hot flashes (on your iPhone), and more. Listen as John and Dave take you through answers to all of your questions, plus adding in some of your Quick Tips and Cool […]
6/21/20211 hour, 18 minutes, 40 seconds
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HaaS: Hay as a Service

Listen as John and Dave share your Quick Tips about Safari Picture-in-Picture, the caveats of Finder's Drag and Drop, Apple Remotes, and more. Lots of suggestions and ideas about note-taking and idea capturing on-the-go in the episode, many of them from y'all! Then your two favorite geeks even have time […]
6/14/20211 hour, 17 minutes
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Dave Mark Joins for WWDC21 Day 1 Reactions

Guest Dave Mark joins John and Dave today to discuss, react, digest, and help explain the new things Apple announced at WWDC21's Keynote and State of the Union this year. Listen as your two three favorite Apple geeks have a gab for the ages! Chapters/Timestamps/Stuff mentioned: 00:00:00 Mac Geek Gab […]
6/8/20211 hour, 3 minutes, 59 seconds
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Swiping Left (or Right!), Suspicious Packages, and Cool Stuff Found

Your two favorite geeks answer your questions about Target Disk Mode, using your Apple TV Remote to turn off your TV, removing words from predictive text, and more. On top of that, they share a few Mail-based quick tips and an entire pile (yep, the whole thing!) of Cool Stuff […]
6/7/20211 hour, 22 minutes, 6 seconds
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Juice Jackers and Battery Drainers

Ever heard of Juice Jacking? Neither had John nor Dave. No problem, though, they dug in and found everything you needed to know. That's the beauty of Mac Geek Gab, too: you ask the questions and then your two favorite geeks dig and see what they can find. Press play […]
5/31/20211 hour, 16 minutes, 38 seconds
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Offsite Backups, Blocking Scammers, Quick Tips, and More

As Apple users, we have lots of technology needs which extend beyond that which are made by the fruit company. Listen as your two favorite geeks share their thoughts and answers to your questions about Offsite Backups, Blocking Scammers, DVRing today's video content, and much more. Press play and learn […]
5/24/20211 hour, 16 minutes, 23 seconds
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Passwords, Mesh WiFi, Quick Tips, and More

You like tech? Wanna learn more? Listen as John and Dave answer your questions about what to get, how to set it up, how to fix it, and more! Of course, they round out the episode with some Quick Tips, Cool Stuff Found, and some productivity tools, too. Press play […]
5/17/20211 hour, 15 minutes, 39 seconds
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Rumbling with Gatekeeper

Apple's protective engines usually do well at protecting our devices, but what happens when they go haywire? It's time to Rumble, that's what, and John and Dave are here to help! Listen as they answer your questions, share Cool Stuff Found, push out the Quick Tips and make it easy […]
5/10/20211 hour, 17 minutes, 36 seconds
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Trimming the iPhone App Fat

What's the best way to remove all those iPhone apps you downloaded once and never use anymore? Listen as John and Dave answer this and many other helpful questions to make your electronic lives easier! Extending an iMac's life, calibrating your TV, fiber internet, and more are the subjects your […]
5/3/20211 hour, 16 minutes, 52 seconds
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Failing, Succeeding, and Retiring SSDs

Solid State Drives (SSD) are a wonderful thing upon which we all rely, but sometimes they get a little wonky. Listen as John and Dave discuss and answer your questions about SSDs, Clipboard Managers, Java and Spam. Add in a little Cool Stuff Found segment and you're sure to learn […]
4/26/20211 hour, 26 minutes, 53 seconds
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Dissecting Apple's Loaded Spring (Event)

Minutes after Apple's "Spring Loaded" event ended, do you know what your two favorite geeks did? They recorded this episode for you to dissect and discuss the elements that stuck out to them. Listen (or watch!) as John and Dave dig in and share. Press play…and enjoy learning at least […]
4/20/202152 minutes, 23 seconds
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Not-So-Silent Ringing

Sometimes your iPhone's silent, and sometime it's not. But what about when it decides what to do, not you? That's when you call John and Dave! Or you can email them. Or you can text them. Or you can post in the forums. Either way, they'll answer your questions and […]
4/19/20211 hour, 16 minutes, 17 seconds
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Geek Challenges and Cool Stuff Found

Sometimes there are those problems that just don't have easy solutions…and that's when things get fun! Geek Challenges mean you get to join in the fun of helping find the answers. Listen as John and Dave share some of their more troubling troublehooting experiences plus, of course, some Cool Stuff […]
4/12/20211 hour, 16 minutes, 19 seconds
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M1 Mac Troubleshooting, Quick Tips, and More

M1 Macs have only been available for a few months, but y'all are buying them up like crazy. Of course, troubleshooting them is a bit different than familiar Intel models, and Dave and John talk through some of that while answering your questions. Quick Tips help to make this episode […]
4/5/20211 hour, 14 minutes, 8 seconds
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Dissecting Your Backups

What better way to celebrate World Backup Day than to have your two favorite geeks pick apart their personal backup strategies? We can't think of one, so that means you get to listen as John and Dave spend a little time sharing and analyzing their backup strategies, and sharing some […]
3/29/20211 hour, 19 minutes, 45 seconds
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NON ADEPTO DEPRENSUS!

You know the drill: Don't Get Caught! That means you want to understand your technology as best you can. Good news: Your two favorite geeks are here to help! Listen as John and Dave share your tips and answer your questions. Topics include Apple's Privacy tool, Apple TV Control Center, […]
3/22/20211 hour, 19 minutes, 26 seconds
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What ELSE is Using My Mac?

We know what apps we are using with our Macs, but increasingly there are processes — from Apple and others — using up our Mac's resources, too. Listen as Dave and John answer your questions about all this and much, much more. Of course, your favorite segments — Quick Tips and Cool […]
3/15/20211 hour, 16 minutes, 56 seconds
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Vinyl, AirPods, and More!

Connecting two pieces of technology together should be easy, right? Not always! Listen as John and Dave scratch their collective heads over all your questions. Topics include, audio, SSDs, M1 Macs, bookmarks, and more. There's time for a few Quick Tips and Cool Stuff Found, too! Press play and enjoy […]
3/8/20211 hour, 15 minutes, 30 seconds
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Rolling With Wi-Fi

Sometimes you've gotta go… and sometimes — make that ALL the times — you need Wi-Fi. Never fear, John and Dave are here to help answer the tough (and fun) questions. Listen as your two favorite geeks pour through the mailbag, trying to answer as many of your questions as possible […]
3/1/20211 hour, 16 minutes, 17 seconds
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Solving an LSD Problem

Of course you knew we meant LaunchServicesDaemon, right? Sometimes it has problems… and your two favorite geeks have the solution! Listen as John and Dave talk through your questions, tips, and Cool Stuff Found while everyone — including them — learns at least five new things! Chapters/Timestamps/Stuff mentioned: 00:00:00 Mac Geek Gab […]
2/22/20211 hour, 19 minutes, 40 seconds
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Avoiding the Duck

We promised Wi-Fi and we delivered Wi-Fi. That's how it works here at Mac Geek Gab: your two favorite geeks answer your questions and help solve your problems. But it's not only Wi-Fi, of course. Lots of you asked other questions, and we've got that covered, too, including helping to […]
2/15/20211 hour, 18 minutes, 22 seconds
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Mountain Dew vs. iPhone and More Fun Stories

Spoiler alert: Sometimes the Mountain Dew wins, folks, but you knew that already. That's OK, this episode is chock full of Cool Stuff Found, Quick Tips, plus your questions answered about all sorts of issues. Listen as John and Dave — your two favorite geeks — take you on this ride […]
2/8/20211 hour, 31 minutes, 30 seconds
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Spam, Your Privacy, Cool Stuff Found & More

What's your spam workflow? How do you know if your favorite podcast is selling your data? Want to hear about some Cool Stuff Found? Good news, your two favorite geeks talk through all this and more! Listen as John and Dave answer your questions and do their level best to […]
2/1/20211 hour, 26 minutes, 22 seconds
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Headphone Safety, Big Sur, & Geek Challenges

Big Sur continues to mature…and it continues to have some pesky little issues, too. Never fear, your two favorite geeks are here to answer your questions and help solve your problems. Listen as John and Dave talk through Big Sur, Headphone Safety, and share some Geek Challenges of yours with […]
1/25/20211 hour, 36 minutes, 4 seconds
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Remote Reflections from CES

Your two favorite geeks "went" to CES last week, and have some stories to share. Cool Stuff Found abounds, as well as some thoughts on this year's trends. Of course, they didn't leave home, so they still had time to answer your questions, find some Quick Tips, and make a […]
1/18/20211 hour, 24 minutes, 28 seconds
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All The Gear, But No Idea(r)

Your questions drive the bus this week, as John and Dave provide answers about AirDrop, Spotlight, Screen Protectors, 10G Ethernet, Time Machine, and more. That's not all, though, your two favorite geeks have Cool Stuff Found and Quick Tips to share, too. Join in the fun: press play and enjoy […]
1/11/20211 hour, 31 minutes, 35 seconds
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Long Term Storage, Photos, & Cool Stuff Found

This week, John and Dave come together to answer your questions about long-term storage, Photos Libraries, Migrating to a new Mac and much, much more. Listen as your two favorite geeks drop the knowledge — and your Quick Tips and Cool Stuff Found — so that everyone can listen and […]
1/4/20211 hour, 24 minutes, 11 seconds
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Time Capsule Replacements, Quick Tips, & Cool Stuff Found

Apple's Time Machine lets you backup to a network drive… but which network drive should you use now that Apple no longer sells a Time Capsule? John and Dave are here to answer this question and many, many more! Listen as your two favorite geeks answer all the questions YOU […]
12/28/20201 hour, 30 minutes, 50 seconds
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Battery Management, Nuking, Paving, and More — Mac Geek Gab 849

Sometimes you Nuke, sometimes you Pave. Sometimes all you need to do is make a tweak. You'd think we were talking about building (and destroying) roads, but no… your two favorite geeks are talking tech! Apple tech, mostly. Listen as John and Dave answer your questions, share your tips and […]
12/21/20200
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Swiper, NOT Swiping — Mac Geek Gab 848

These days we do lots of swiping on our devices, and sometimes the results are expected, other times not so much! Listen as John and Dave share tips and answer questions about swiping. That's not all, of course, the topics expand from there, including a great dive into USB speeds […]
12/14/20201 hour, 25 minutes, 43 seconds
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Migrating Your Mac and Its Data — Mac Geek Gab 847

It seems to be the season… Migration Season, that is! So many new Macs, so many migrations, so much data, and so many questions! Thankfully your two favorite geeks have answers, as does the MGG Family. Press play and listen as John and Dave take you through all these and […]
12/7/20200
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Quick Tips, Cool Stuff Found and Your Questions Answered: A Traditional MGG — Mac Geek Gab 846

There's nothing wrong with enjoying the comfort of old traditions, and this week's Mac Geek Gab has three of them for you: Quick Tips, Cool Stuff Found, and your questions answered. Press play and enjoy learning five new things as John and Dave, your two favorite geeks, steward us all […]
11/30/20200
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Big Sur, the M1 MacBook Air, and Quick Tips — Mac Geek Gab 845

Dave's had his M1 MacBook Air for a week, and John has some questions for him! Lots more about Big Sur including your questions answered *and* some Quick Tips. Of course, MGG wouldn't be complete without more in-depth tips, too, and y'all have been keeping the queue full in that […]
11/23/20200
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Big Sur, Apple Outages, and Thunderbolt 4 Explained — Mac Geek Gab 844

There's been a lot of confusion this week, beginning with what "Thunderbolt 4" really means for us Mac users. Thankfully OWC's Larry O'Connor was able to join John and Dave this week to explain. That's not all you get, though. Your two favorite geeks carry on with advice about Big […]
11/16/20201 hour, 35 minutes, 16 seconds
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Which M1 Mac Should I Order? — Mac Geek Gab 843

Apple announced their M1 Macs today, the first Macs made with Apple Silicon chips. Join Dave and John as they dig into the specs to find out what the differences — and similarities — are between these models, helping you decide which one to order. Press play… and don't get […]
11/10/20200
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Check Your Digital Couch Cushions

How much money do you have in your digital couch cushions? John and Dave walk through a few places you can check ahead of the holiday buying frenzy! Of course, most of the show is dedicated to answering your tech questions, solving your problems, sharing quick tips and, yes, a […]
11/9/20201 hour, 32 minutes, 4 seconds
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Malware? Not Malware — Mac Geek Gab 841

Sometimes you feel like … a malware. Sometimes you don't. That's not how it goes, but that's exactly how it felt for a lot of you this week! John and Dave talk through this and get to the bottom of it all. That's hardly half of it, though. You know […]
11/2/20200
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Managing Your Drives, Big Sur Tips, Ransomware, and More — Mac Geek Gab 840

These days most of us are using external drives at some level. Even if we're not, our internal drives are always in need of some attention, pruning, or some other operation. Listen as your two favorite geeks answer all your drive-related questions. That's not all, of course, we've got more […]
10/26/20200
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Widgets, Wi-Fi, and Big Sur — Mac Geek Gab 839

The fall is a crazy ride for Apple users. New hardware, new software, lots of changes, and more. John and Dave are right there with you to answer your questions, share tips, and dissect the new technology to help us all understand everything better. Listen this week as your two […]
10/19/20200
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Geeky Thoughts About Apple’s “Hi, Speed” iPhone 12 and HomePod mini Announcements – Mac Geek Gab 838

Join John F. Braun and Dave Hamilton for the geeks' dissection of Apple's iPhone 12 and HomePod mini announcements. Digging into some of the deeper elements, your two favorite geeks cover some of the 5G nuances, OLED on all screens 12, LIDAR, speaker pairing, and more. Press play and enjoy, […]
10/13/20200
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Wi-Fi, NAS, and More — Mac Geek Gab 837

How do we know it's time? Because The Answer plays and we know you've asked us the question! That's right, Dave and John have answers to your questions about Wi-Fi, NAS, iOS 14, and much more! Press play and enjoy learning at least five new things along with your two […]
10/12/20200
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Battery Life, Network Tweaks, and Cool Stuff Found — Mac Geek Gab 836

Has iOS 14.0.1 hurt your battery life? We might have a fix for you. Networking is always top-of-mind, and your two favorite geeks share some answers to your related questions. Then it's Cool Stuff Found, where John and Dave share all the cool things you and they have discovered in […]
10/5/20200
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That CPU is Hot! — Mac Geek Gab 835

Of course your Quick Tips for iOS 14, iPadOS 14, and watchOS 7 keep rolling in, and of course your two favorite geeks take pleasure in sharing them for you. But there's more… there's always more! This week, John and Dave dig into what's making your CPU hot, what's causing […]
9/28/20200
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iOS 14 Quick Tips and More — Mac Geek Gab 834

We've got first-run Quick Tips for iOS 14, iPadOS 14, watchOS 7, and tvOS 14 for you right here. You know those things that surprise and delight your friends when they see you do them? That's what Quick Tips are! Come and learn at least five new things as John […]
9/21/20200
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Network Speed Dissection, Cool Stuff Found, and More — Mac Geek Gab 833

Having a solid connection to your network is only part of it. The other part? Speed! Dissecting the differences between these two — and teaching you how to do the same — are your two favorite geeks: John F. Braun and Dave Hamilton. Of course, that's just one of the many […]
9/14/20200
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Packing Your Geeky Go Bag — Mac Geek Gab 832

What's in your Geeky Go Bag? Whether you're heading to work remotely, or take a plane trip, or head to the hospital, or just work outside at a coffee shop, what do you bring with you? John and Dave talk through their thought-processes here as they assemble their own Go […]
9/7/20200
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Networking Fun and Naughty Macs — Mac Geek Gab 831

It's time to get your geek on, and John and Dave are right there with you. Today your two favorite geeks dig into some networking issues, aiming to solve your problems, and help make sense of them so you understand even if you're not a networking geek! Of course, there's […]
8/31/20200
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Where’s The Internet? — Mac Geek Gab 830

Sometimes you think you're connected to the internet … but you're not. It happens to John and Dave, too, and they talk through exactly what they've found to help solve it… and why! That's not all, of course… your questions answered, your quick tips, and more. Press play and enjoy […]
8/24/20200
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Do Attachments Last Forever? — Mac Geek Gab 829

What happens to Mail attachments in your archive? Have you ever done a three finger drag? How do you manage your trash can? We mean *really* manage it? All these questions — and a lot more — are answered for you this week as Dave and John pour through the mailbag and […]
8/17/20200
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Audio Tips, Cool Stuff Found, Rural Broadband, and More! — Mac Geek Gab 828

The summer heat hasn't stopped your two favorite geeks — or you, with your questions — and this week's episode shows all of that and more. You've had a ton of questions about audio devices and podcast management lately, so John and Dave dig into that first to re-open the doors on […]
8/10/20200
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Geek Challenges, Quick Tips, and Your Network Questions Answered — Mac Geek Gab 827

John and Dave take a few deeper dives today to solve your peskier problems… Geek Challenges, we like to call them (though sometimes we call them "Stump the Geeks!"). Listen as your two favorite nerds talk through creatively increasing your broadband speeds, diagnosing those CPU spikes, managing battery life, Wi-Fi […]
8/3/20200
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The Case for The Nuke and Pave — Mac Geek Gab 826

We all love the convenience of a quick upgrade and Migration Assistant, but those bring along many needles inside the haystack that can linger and leave you with fun things to troubleshoot in the future. The reality is that sometimes the Nuke and Pave is worth it, and John and […]
7/27/20200
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Repairing iCloud Syncing — Mac Geek Gab 825

Should you update? That's always the question, isn't it, regardless of whether it's hardware or software or both. This week John and Dave answer your questions about both, specifically when it comes to Apple's offerings. That's not all, of course. Your two favorite geeks roar through a tour of your […]
7/20/20200
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ICE, ICE, Maybe? — Mac Geek Gab 824

Is your mail forwarder secure? Are you sure? How about your Internet? These are just two of your dozen-or-so questions that John and Dave tackle this week. It's not just questions, of course. There are Quick Tips, regular tips, Cool Stuff Found, and even some router fun. Press play and […]
7/13/20200
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An iCloud of Uncertainty — Mac Geek Gab 823

When iCloud works, it's great. And, for the most part, that's how it is. But sometimes…it just gets plain wonky. Several of you had several questions about that this week, and Dave and John dig in to get you sorted! That's not all, though. Cool Stuff Found, routers, and even […]
7/6/20200
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Full Disks, Slow Speeds, and Low Batteries — Mac Geek Gab 822

Your questions haven't stopped, and neither have our answers! How to deal with a full disk? What to do for slow internet speeds? How to best manage your battery? All of these topics are addressed, plus Cool Stuff Found, Quick Tips, and more. Press play and enjoy learning at least […]
6/29/20200
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WWDC Deep Dive – Mac Geek Gab 821

Dave Hamilton and John F. Braun share their thoughts and experiences with the new technologies Apple announced at WWDC this week.Note: Shownotes are complete! Chapters/Timestamps/Stuff mentioned: 00:00:00 Mac Geek Gab 821 for Wednesday, June 24, 2020 00:01:28 Watch on your Apple TV (or YouTube) WWDC2020 00:04:38 macOS 11 Big Sur […]
6/24/20200
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Zooming the Web and Learning Your Ms — Mac Geek Gab 820

It's hours before WWDC begins, and there's just enough time to get Mac Geek Gab into your hands ahead of the new stuff we're all about to learn. And, with that, we can still learn at least five new things, including how to Zoom (and unzoom) the web, how to […]
6/22/20200
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Five Catalina Volumes and Foolproof Migration — Mac Geek Gab 819

Have you ever noticed your Mac tells you Catalina uses up 5 volumes? How about encrypting specific files and folders? And what about that cable modem password…should you change it? These are just a few of the questions answered. This episode is chock full of everything you love: Quick Tips, […]
6/15/20200
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The Great Backup Debate — Mac Geek Gab 818

Do you backup or clone? Which is more important? What do you do first? Ok, let's battle. Well, not really. Lots of Cool Stuff Found in this episode, including a way to turn your iPhone into a webcam for your Mac. Internet upgrade options are popular among the questions that […]
6/8/20200
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Backtick is Zoomalicious (in Preview) – Mac Geek Gab 817

Who knew one key could do THAT? Plus, you can take iPhone pics right from your Mac desktop. Lots of quick tips. And then a quick discussion about tech support in the time of social distancing. We've heard from a few consultants who help John and Dave suss that out. […]
6/1/20200
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Drawing, Backing Up, and Being a Screenshot Ninja – Mac Geek Gab 816

Did you know you could move your screenshot selection window around after you create it? How about rearranging columns in the Finder and having it remember? What about Profiles on your Mac, and how they can be used to hijack your browser? If you listen to this week's Mac Geek […]
5/25/20200
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Holy Bidirectional Thunderbolt, Mac-Man! – Mac Geek Gab 815

Did your Mac stop showing all your spotlight results? Do you have an external rotational drive on your Mac? Do you want to Add the Dark Menubar to your Light-themed Mac? These answers are addressed in the opening Quick Tips segment. Can you imagine what happens when John and Dave, […]
5/18/20200
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Mispronouncing “Bondi” – Mac Geek Gab 814

What's bloating up your hard drive? Why is your Bluetooth mouse still draining? Which 13" MacBook should you get? All these questions are answered, and more. John and Dave are here to ensure you get the answers you need, in the way you need them. And that's not all, they […]
5/11/20200
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New Stuff, Old Macs? Old Stuff, New Macs! – Mac Geek Gab 813

Need to run Mojave on your Catalina Mac? Need to really manage your printers? Want to add multiple monitors to your MacBook Pro? No problem. John and Dave have you covered. Listen as your two favorite geeks answer your questions about all this and more. It's deliciously informative. And… it's […]
5/4/20200
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It’s Good to Do The Math – Mac Geek Gab 812

USB Power Delivery isn't as clear a concept as it could be, and your two favorite geeks help sort this out. That's not all, of course, because John and Dave are here to answer ALL of your questions. This week that includes issues with Spotlight, Backups, displays for your Mac […]
4/27/20200
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Sharing, Streaming, and Securing – Mac Geek Gab 811

Need to share big files from home? Trying to manage your video streaming and conferencing? Want to secure your setup? Good news, Mac Geek Gab has some ideas for you. Plus, there are Quick Tips, Cool Stuff Found, and lots more answers to lots more questions contained within. Press play […]
4/20/20200
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Changing the Volume Level…and Icon – Mac Geek Gab 810

Did you know that with just your fingers on your iPhone screen you can slide to adjust the volume or pinch to delete messages? And with an option-click of your Mac's mouse you can opt-in to distraction free bliss? You will after you listen to this episode, where John and […]
4/13/20200
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Fusion Drives and Folder Sharing – Mac Geek Gab 809

iCloud Folder Sharing works, and your two favorite geeks have tested it for you. Should you use your ISP's mesh or your own? How about installing Catalina on a Fusion Drive? These questions answered, plus a LOT more. And John and Dave share your Cool Stuff Found, too. Press play […]
4/6/20200
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I Made a Loop – Mac Geek Gab 808

Are your fans blazing during those Zoom calls? Is your laptop plugged in more frequently now? Have an issue printing? How about choosing between NAS vs. USB-C drives? You're in luck! These are just a sample of the questions your two favorite geeks answer during this week's show. John and […]
3/30/20200
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The Great Internet Blocking Conspiracy – Mac Geek Gab 807

Options for Apple TV Volume, Silencing CarPlay upon connect, LTE internet options, and managing the shared family calendar only scratch the surface of this episode's content: the mailbag overflows with your tips and questions, and John and Dave do their level best to share, answer, entertain and inform! Press play […]
3/23/20200
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Catalina Nonplussed By HFS – Mac Geek Gab 806

Do you want a dock with more USB-C ports? If so, why? John and Dave have some ideas for you. How should you best manage your USB-C-powered devices? Or what if you need a backup internet connection with your cell phone? These questions, plus more questions, plus some Cool Stuff […]
3/16/20200
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To RAID or Not (to RAID)? – Mac Geek Gab 805

Do you close your Terminal sessions correctly? Does iStat Menus work after you migrate? Are you getting Notes to launch as fast as possible? You'll be able to answer "yes" to all three of these things after just the first few minutes of this week's show. Stick around and learn […]
3/9/20200
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What’s Different About Mexican Power? – Mac Geek Gab 804

Dave's back from Mexico where the power is definitely the same. Yep, certianly. Or is it? He and John talk that through. Mostly, though, the show focuses on you: your questions, your tips, your thoughts, and your answers! Learn how to "right-size" Finder columns, use the keyboard to navigate System […]
3/2/20200
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Taming System Preferences, Podcasts, Email, and More – Mac Geek Gab 803

Sometimes things just get out of hand with your devices and need to be wrangled back into line. Today's targets: System Preferences, the Podcasts app, IMAP email, and much more. Plus, some early replies on our search for the best way to tame our episode watch lists are already in, […]
2/24/20200
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Upgrades, Slow Internet, Hard Drives, and More – Mac Geek Gab 802

How's your Catalina installation behaving? Have any Macs left to upgrade? Your two favorite geeks talk through it all. Then it's time to diagnose the cause of slow internet, always a pesky one to diagnose! Add in some hard drive diagnostics, follow-ups on your subscription tracking, and John and Dave […]
2/17/20200
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Start with The Preposterous, Bow to The Absurd – Mac Geek Gab 801

You love the Quick Tips? You'll love these when you learn about the things you can do with window edges, copying screenshots, picture-in-picture mode, and extra options for the Safari Share Sheet. Say THAT ten times fast! Then, move on to learning the least expensive way to stream Apple TV+ […]
2/10/20200
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One Eight Hundredth Geek Out! – Mac Geek Gab 800

What to do for the eight hundredth episode? Share tips, answer your questions, and solve your problems, of course! Today learn about HDMI adapters, iOS backups, mounting network shares, Copying from Screenshots, and a cool edit to the iOS Share Sheet. What more can you ask for? Well, maybe a […]
2/3/20201 hour, 30 minutes, 4 seconds
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Quick Tips, Sonos, Media, and Megabytes – Mac Geek Gab 799

It seems there's always something new to learn! This week that includes some iOS and watchOS tips, flight tracking, QuickLook for Applications, Networking, and more. Plus, discussions ensue to answer your questions about Sonos, sharing media, megabytes vs. megabits, and more. Press play to enjoy learning at least five new […]
1/27/20200
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Cool Stuff Found and Your Questions Answered – Mac Geek Gab 798

You like Cool Stuff Found? Good! So do your two favorite geeks. Listen as John and Dave begin this episode sharing you – and their – new finds over the past couple of weeks. Apps, utilities, gizmos, and gadgets to help you truly increase your enjoyment and productivity with your technology. […]
1/20/20200
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CES Wrap-up, Quick Tips, Cool Stuff Found – Mac Geek Gab 797

John and Dave are back from CES with new stuff they've learned, Cool Stuff Found, Quick Tips, and more. Of course, your questions are featured, as well, including analyzing USB power draw, fast external drives, folder permissions, and more. Press play to learn five new things with your two favorite […]
1/13/20200
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Dissecting APFS and macOS Catalina with Mike Bombich – Mac Geek Gab 796

Carbon Copy Cloner developer – and APFS guru! – Mike Bombich joins John and Dave this week to talk APFS, backups, upgrades, and more. Listen as your two favorite geeks become your three favorite geeks, sharing everything they know plus some cool stuff found to kick it up a notch into the […]
1/6/20200
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Avoid RISCy Behavior – Mac Geek Gab 795

Ever have an iOS device that won't stay connected to your Mac? How about needing to connect your Thunderbolt 2 devices to your new Thunderbolt 3-equipped Mac? What about proving your location in the past? Or looking up phone numbers? These are just a few of the questions John and […]
12/30/20190
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A Festivus for The Geeks in Us – Mac Geek Gab 794

Cool Stuff Found galore begins this episode, because that's the spirit of the holiday season. Equally as important, though, are the airing of the grievances, and Mail.app provides a healthy platform for that…with some hints and tips, to be helpful, of course. After all, we each need to learn at […]
12/23/20190
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Be Good and Don’t Get Caught – Mac Geek Gab 793

macOS Catalina might finally be ready for prime-time with 10.15.2. Your two favorite geeks discuss. Then it's on to your tips and questions. Listen as John and Dave talk through Keyboard Shortcuts, third-party display issues, full-page screenshots, watching TV in multiple locations, outbound VPN, Mail, Bluetooth, and more! We guarantee […]
12/16/20190
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When Your Mac Sleeps Too Deeply – Mac Geek Gab 792

Sleeping computers are good, until they don't wake up. Thankfully, John and Dave are here each week to answer your questions, including this one. But that's not all! Listen for answers to questions about Apple Watch hourly chimes, registering Apple devices, and tips on using the camera adapter between two […]
12/9/20190
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Mr. MacSpeedy – Mac Geek Gab 791

Sometimes speed is what it's all about. Many of this week's topics focus around making sure your Mac is running as fast as possible. That's not all, though. Learn how to test your network from your iPhone, manage Mail plugins effectively, and recapture all those songs you added to Apple […]
12/2/20190
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Desirable, Delightful, De-Lovely, or Delicious? – Mac Geek Gab 790

Quick Tips include zooming messages in Mail, tweaking Preview Options, more Remote Access, and remapping keyboard shortcuts. But that's not all, listen for Cool Stuff Found, holiday deals and more just by pressing play. John F. Braun and Dave Hamilton are here to make sure you learn your five new […]
11/25/20190
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I Got Caught … Learning! – Mac Geek Gab 789

Searching Safari’s history, running macOS Catalina 10.15 on an unsupported Mac, previews in Finder’s list fit, and a creative use for Chrome profiles are just a few of the tips shared in today’s episode. Listen as John and Dave answer listener questions and share even more tips right […]
11/18/20190
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This is Where You Cut Me Off – Mac Geek Gab 788

Cleaning up your Photos libraries, Protecting against ransomware, remapping keyboard shortcuts, and Catalina’s USB drive crashes are just a few of the important questions your two favorite geeks hit in this week’s show. There’s more, including some Cool Stuff Found and some Quick Tips that will blow your mind. Listen […]
11/11/20190
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Hey Presto! I Outsmarted Myself! – Mac Geek Gab 787

Tips about new functionality, including moving Catalina's windows, scanning with your iPhone, fixing mail, running cron jobs, and downloading installers from the Terminal are just scratching the surface. Then it's on to diagnosing some network problems and learning how Time Machine can keep your volumes from being resized. Listen as […]
11/4/20190
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iCloud Keychain vs. Catalina Cage Match – Mac Geek Gab 786

Today, your two favorite geeks dig into your questions about recovering photo data, removing malware, resolving iCloud Keychain in macOS Catalina, and more. But that's not all! You've got some great tips for automating those un-automatable Personal Reminders, fixing DNS, Mono Podcast Listening, and creating disk images. All of this […]
10/28/20190
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macOS Catalina and iOS 13 Tips and Troubleshooting – Mac Geek Gab 785

macOS Catalina and iOS 13 have been out for a few weeks now, and your tips and questions have been coming in. Plus, Dave learned a few things at MacTech last week to add. Mix in some Cool Stuff Found, a few Quick Tips, and some follow-ups from last week […]
10/21/20190
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Don’t Outsmart Yourself – Mac Geek Gab 784

Sometimes the best thing you can do is to not overthink a solution… and sometimes it happens anyway! Join your two favorite geeks to learn about Catalina tweaks, AirPods tips, iOS scanners, and more. Plus, listen as John and Dave troubleshoot a network issue in real time with just tools available […]
10/15/20190
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Eight (GB) is Enough – Mac Geek Gab 783

Catalina is out and your geeks have migration and installation tips to share from their experiences. Take a listen to this episode before you upgrade, for sure. But Catalina isn't the only topic this week, folks. Lots of iOS 13 tips and tricks, lots of other macOS stuff, and all […]
10/7/20190
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Don’t Fear The Reminders – Mac Geek Gab 782

Reminders change things for third-party apps, too, it seems, especially those that rely on CalDAV. Plus, a Quick Tip or two about typing more efficiently never hurt anyone. This, folks, is what Mac Geek Gab is all about. Listen as John and Dave answer your questions and share your tips […]
9/30/20190
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Answers and Tips for iCloud, iOS 13, iPhone 11, macOS, and More – Mac Geek Gab 781

Lots of new stuff from Apple this week… and lots of technical landmines to navigate. Thankfully, you've been sending your questions into John and Dave, and they've been doing the research to get you answers. Listen to the answers to your questions – and everyone else's, too! Press play, and enjoy […]
9/23/20190
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Subscription vs. Private Cloud, Archiving Data, Geek Challenges Galore – Mac Geek Gab 780

Many Dropbox users are going to experience a device-limit issue with new iPhones coming this week. Listen as John and Dave talk through how to use your Synology DiskStation to solve this problem. That's not all, though: Mac Geek Gab always aims to have everyone learn at least five new […]
9/16/20190
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Apple Event Reactions with Bob “Dr. Mac” LeVitus – Mac Geek Gab 779

Bob "Dr. Mac" LeVitus joins John and Dave today for a quick take on Apple's latest announcements and event. Press play… and enjoy. Now in stereo for your listening pleasure.Note: Shownotes are complete! Chapters/Timestamps/Stuff mentioned: 00:00:00 Mac Geek Gab 779 for Tuesday, September 10, 2019 00:02:25 iPhones 11 Filmic Pro […]
9/10/20190
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Optimizing Storage, Migration, Snapshots, and Combo Updates – Mac Geek Gab 778

This isn't the one after 9/9, it's the one on 9/9! And that means it's time to answer your questions and share your tips about optimizing your iPhone storage, managing your snapshots, ejecting pesky drives, finding a service better than Gazelle, and much more. Press play and enjoy learning at […]
9/9/20190
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Swipe Right… In the Stopwatch App – Mac Geek Gab Podcast 777

When you're setting up a new Mac, what steps do you take to ensure success down the road? Can Windows viruses infect the Mac with Boot Camp? How to connect FireWire to a 2019 Mac? All of these questions are asked… and all are answered! Plus, where is it safe […]
9/2/20190
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Acronym Soup – Mac Geek Gab Podcast 776

Is Wireless USB as S.M.A.R.T. as NVMe? As users of today's tech, we sure use a lot of acronyms, don't we? Listen as Dave and John help you wade through the soup and make sense of not only all the acronyms, but the tech that they describe, too! Press play […]
8/26/20190
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Persistence Is Reality – Mac Geek Gab 775

Sometimes your computer keeps doing something you don't want it to do. Sometimes it stops doing something it's supposed to be doing. Persistence is a finicky friend sometimes, and your two favorite geeks are here to help you with some of the specifics. Listen as John and Dave dig into […]
8/19/20190
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The Power … of Power – Mac Geek Gab Podcast 774

Power comes in so many forms! Apple Card is Power. Cool Stuff Found is Power. Quick Tips are Power. NASA has power. Wi-Fi has power. YOU have the power, too. After all, you can press play and listen to John F. Braun and Dave Hamilton talk through all of this […]
8/13/20190
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Five New Keyboard Shortcuts, Cool Stuff Found, and More Tips – Mac Geek Gab 773

Sometimes just one tip can cause you and your two favorite geeks alike to learn at least five new things. Does this episode have that magic tip? You'll have to listen to find out! Along the way you'll learn more about APFS, Encryption, Power, and more as John and Dave […]
8/5/20190
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We Love Dongle World – Mac Geek Gab Podcast 772

Live from MacStock Conference and Expo 2019, John and Dave play Stump the Geek and take listener questions live, with a little help from impromptu co-host Kelly Guimont! Learn about APFS and Fusion Drives, iPhones making sounds when they're not supposed to, and why we love Dongle World as much […]
7/29/20190
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You Don’t Get to Change Your Mind about The Past in the Future – Mac Geek Gab Podcast 771

So how do these "silent updates" work, anyway? Why can't I click links in Safari? And will your future self be happy with your past self's backup-related decisions? These are the hard questions, folks, and your two favorite geeks tackle them just for you. Plus, listen as John and Dave […]
7/22/20190
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Swiper, More Swiping! – Mac Geek Gab 770

Your questions answered, including migrating photos, syncing movies, moving to a new Mac, which earbuds to get, smart bulbs, and much more. Plus, there's never a lack of things to swipe. And on your iPhone and Mac, that's a good thing. Come learn five new things with John and Dave!Note: […]
7/15/20190
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Save Your Data…Safely – Mac Geek Gab 769

macOS Catalina will bring with it a lot of changes, one of which is that a lotof older apps and related hardware won't work. Dave and John answer your questions and share your tips about how to navigate these waters ahead of time… to avoid surprises. In addition, your archives are […]
7/8/20190
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Not That There’s Anything Wrong With Excessive – Mac Geek Gab 768

Sure you know about copy/paste, iCloud family accounts, selection tools, and password managers. But this week you'll learn at least five new things just learning about all the different ways your fellow MGG listeners are using them to enhance their productivity! Join John and Dave as they dig into all […]
7/1/20190
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I Hate It When My Computer Won’t Behave – Mac Geek Gab 767

So much Cool Stuff Found, so little time. And Quick Tips? And questions? Topics include controlling your date picker, switching apps faster, getting your storage and backups in order, tweaking autocorrect and much, much more. Oh, and Wi-Fi. Yeah, there's lots here. Let's go learn five new things, shall we?Note: […]
6/24/20190
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Whispering Sweet Nothings at The A-Lady – Mac Geek Gab Podcast 766

Some folks with Catalina on the brain want to know how to prepare. Some folks want to prepare to reinstall Mojave. Joe has advice for future-proofing your home, and the A-Lady wants you to whisper sweet nothings at her. It's that kind of week here and John and Dave are […]
6/17/20190
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Migrating iTunes, Upgrading Macs, and a Quick Tip from Craig Federighi – Mac Geek Gab 765

It's true, Craig Federighi let loose a perfect little Quick Tip last week at WWDC, did you catch it? Your two geeks did, and they're here to share it with you. In addition to some more Quick Tips from other listeners, this episode is chock full of answers to your […]
6/10/20190
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Mac Pro: You Want It? You Got It! – Mac Geek Gab 764

Yes, some things happened at WWDC, and your two geeks discuss them. But first, some Cool Stuff Found. We can't ignore that stuff, after all! Then it's time for a jam session all about macOS Catalina, the new Mac Pro, and a few other things related to Apple's announcements this […]
6/4/20190
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Backup Your Syncs – Mac Geek Gab Podcast 763

Ever get a beachball in Messages on your Mac? Want to re-arrange your CarPlay icons? Need an easy way to find files on your Mac, but the Finder's not cutting it? These are just a few of the ways John and Dave start Mac Geek Gab this week, and then […]
5/27/20190
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Protecting Your Mac and Router, New Handy Shortcuts, & Troubleshooting System Lags – Mac Geek Gab 762

First things first: make sure your Mac's XProtect database is regularly updated. With that out of the way, we can have some fun learning some handy new keyboard shortcuts, new ways to filter Mail on your iPhone and iPad, some tricks for truly securing your router, and a discussion about […]
5/20/20190
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iPad Dreams…and More Cowbell – Mac Geek Gab 761

It's worth digging into your Mac's auto-startup items every now and then, just to clean things up. That's especially true when your two favorite geeks discover a new place to look… and find some very old stuff out there. Listen as John and Dave talk through all this and more. Plus, some […]
5/13/20190
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New vs. Used/Refurb, USB Disconnects, Notifications, and Ethernet Locations – Mac Geek Gab 760

This week your two favorite geeks tackle your questions about USB disconnects, "no Internet connection" reports, creating short video clips from long segments, and when (and whether!) to buy new or look for refurb/used. Listen as John and Dave talk you through all of this and much, much more. Press […]
5/6/20190
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Not all USB-C Is Created Equal – Mac Geek Gab 759

Just when you thought it couldn't get any more confusing, USB-C cables can add some additional questions to the mix. Add to this lots of Cool Stuff Found, a discussion about the best desktop Mac to buy, some tips and follow-ups from recent episodes, and you've got yourself this week's […]
4/29/20190
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Communal Head Scratching to Help Solve Your Problems – Mac Geek Gab Podcast 758

It's true, your two favorite geeks have come together again to have a "communal head scratch" about all the questions and problems you've submitted. Then it's on to some happy tips, including one about working around the new Dropbox limitations. Download, press play, and learn at least five new things… […]
4/22/20190
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Migration Is (Not Only) For The Birds – Mac Geek Gab 757

Siri, Stringify, Space Lens, and Emergency Bypass don't all begin with the letter 'S', but they have one thing in common: your two favorite geeks discuss them in this week's episode of Mac Geek Gab. In addition, listen as John F. Braun and Dave Hamilton answer your questions, including some about […]
4/15/20190
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Resetting Wi-Fi, Unlocking Your Mac, & Managing Secure Boot – Mac Geek Gab 756

Are you making the most of your Apple TV? Do you know all the tricks the Finder has to offer? Are you managing Do Not Disturb effectively? Your fellow listeners have the answers, and John and Dave share and discuss them for you. Plus, your two favorite geeks answer some of […]
4/8/20190
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Deep Dive into Mail, Gmail Bugs, Cool Stuff Found & More – Mac Geek Gab 755

Mail was the Deep Dive topic this week, and then the Gmail/Gsuite/macOS 10.14.4 bug happened, so Mail gets a double dip and you're gonna love it. Then it's on to perhaps the best AirPods alternative we've found… for just $30. More Cool Stuff Found plus your questions answered rounds out the […]
4/1/20190
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New iMacs, Traveling, Porting, and Troubleshooting – Mac Geek Gab 754

This week your two favorite geeks, John F. Braun and Dave Hamilton, tackle answers to your questions about traveling with technology, porting your phone number (and saving money!), converting Apple Music files and more. Of course, they talk about the new stuff from Apple, too! Press play, listen, and learn […]
3/25/20190
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Beware the Magnets – Mac Geek Gab 753

You want Cool Stuff Found? You want to know how to uninstall apps properly? What about the dangers of disabling SIP? John F. Braun and Dave Hamilton, your two favorite geeks, come together to answer all of these and more. Have a question? Send it in to feedback@macgeekgab.com or […]
3/18/20190
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Finder, Friend or Foe? – Mac Geek Gab 752

The Finder can be your friend or foe, depends upon how well you tame and tweak it. These are the kinds of things John and Dave help you do each week on Mac Geek Gab. In addition to that, we've got segments on taming iCloud's two-factor authentication, suggestions for improving […]
3/11/20190
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Sharing Contacts, Bulk SMS, Calendar Tweaks, and Quick Tips – Mac Geek Gab Podcast 751

Want to learn the big secret to keeping your computer happy? How about how to share contacts? What about some quick tips about using calendar? This is what Mac Geek Gab is all about, and Dave and John help guide you through all of this, including getting your questions answered!Note: […]
3/5/20190
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Batteries In The Cloud – Mac Geek Gab 750

Aren't using all your iCloud Storage? No worries, we've got an idea for that. We also have Cool Stuff Found and answers to your other questions. Plus, we iterate on a Quick Tip from last episode making it quicker and tipper! Listen with John and Dave and learn at least […]
2/26/20190
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The Mesh Wi-Fi Industrial Complex – Mac Geek Gab 749

Wanna know how to force Safari to download a media file instead of playing it? Want to know how to use the same drive on USB-C and USB-A Macs? Want to know how to secure erase your NAS drive? John and Dave have your answers! There is also a lot […]
2/18/20190
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Touch Bar & The Terminal – Mac Geek Gab Podcast 748

Do you need an elbow connector? You might after listening to this episode! That, after all, is what Cool Stuff Found segments are all about: discovering stuff you didn't know existed, and now you need! In addition to that, of course, your tips are shared and questions are answered, including […]
2/12/20190
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Connection Speeds, Slow Macs, DNS, and More – Mac Geek Gab Podcast 747

How fast is your connection? How much of that speed matters? How fast is your Mac? Why isn't it faster? What devices can you see on your network? Why can't you connect to all of them? This is what Mac Geek Gab is about. Posing questions, getting answers, and learning […]
2/4/20190
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Battery Usage, CarPlay, Notifications, and Cool Stuff Found – Mac Geek Gab 746

Wanna learn at least five new things about your Mac and iOS devices? This week's Mac Geek Gab episode is sure to hit the mark. With topics ranging from Quick Look to Car Play to Robot Vacuums to APFS, there's always something new to learn! Press play, download, and enjoy.Note: […]
1/29/20190
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Mystery “System” Disk Usage, APFS, Cookies, and More – Mac Geek Gab 745

Mysteries are meant to be solved, and when it comes to the mystery that is your "System" disk usage as displayed by macOS, well, that mystery's not even supposed to exist in the first place. Dave and John dig in to solve this plus a bunch of other questions sent […]
1/22/20190
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USB-C, Quick Tips, Cool Stuff, and a CES 2019 Wrap Up – Mac Geek Gab 744

Back from CES 2019, Dave Hamilton and John F. Braun have a few thoughts to share. Then it's on to answering your questions, this time with a focus on things that used to work… and stopped. Press play, listen, and learn!Note: Shownotes are complete! Chapters/Timestamps/Stuff mentioned: 00:00:00 Mac Geek Gab 744 […]
1/15/20190
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The Cosmic Bit Flip – Mac Geek Gab 743

In the calm before the CES storm, John F. Braun and Dave Hamilton come to you from Las Vegas to share their thoughts and answer your questions. Plus, John mentions Cosmic Bit Flips and everything goes sideways. Listen, enjoy, and learn. Just press play!Note: Shownotes are complete! Chapters/Timestamps/Stuff mentioned: 00:00:00 Mac […]
1/7/20190
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App Death Match in The Colosseum – Mac Geek Gab 742

Properly sharing Contacts? Check. Managing Mobile Applications Folder? Check. Scanning Bluetooth Devices? Check. Securing Your Certificates? Check. Choosing the best router? Check. All of this and more in Mac Geek Gab 742. MGG Forever!Note: Shownotes are complete! Chapters/Timestamps/Stuff mentioned: 00:00:00 Mac Geek Gab 742 for Monday, December 31, 2018 00:02:21 […]
12/31/20180
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Contacts Are the Root of All Evil – Mac Geek Gab 741

Do you notice your Mac slowing down a lot? How many Contacts do you have? More and more listeners have been writing in with Contacts-related problems and solutions… are you one of them? Listen to John and Dave discuss this and so many other things this Christmas Eve. Press play and […]
12/24/20180
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Non-HomeKit Siri Control, Restoring from Trash, Quick Tips, and Cool Stuff Found – Mac Geek Gab 740

Have you ever wanted to use Siri to control something that's not HomeKit-compatible? You're not alone. Also, you're in luck! John and Dave have an answer for you. On top of that, quick tips, Cool Stuff Found, and your questions answered. Press play and let's go!Note: Shownotes are complete! Chapters/Timestamps/Stuff mentioned: […]
12/18/20180
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iOS Mysteries, Choosing Your Server, & Cool Stuff Found – Mac Geek Gab 739

iOS is wonderful… and mysterious, especially when it asks you to login, or shows you duplicates of your data. Listen to John F. Braun and Dave Hamilton solve these problems and more for you. Then, should you get a separate Mac as a server, or can you run in the […]
12/11/20180
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Real-World Speeds, Choosing Storage, and Quick Tips – Mac Geek Gab 738

Ever have a disk drive or Wi-Fi device that doesn't get quite the advertised speeds? Yeah, so have we. In fact, it happens all the time. Listen this week as John and Dave discuss the differences between advertised maximums and real-world expectations… and how to translate between the two. Of […]
12/4/20180
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Geeky Gift Guide and Your Questions Answered – Mac Geek Gab 737

The best part about geeky gifts is that sometimes the best person to get them for is yourself. Listen to John and Dave – your two favorite geeks – discuss some of their favorites at this point in the holiday buying season, and decide whether you buy one of these […]
11/27/20180
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No Roger, NoSQL, No Rent – Mac Geek Gab Podcast 736

Before you gobble up all your turkey, gobble up some new tips and info and tricks and, yes, even some fun toys! 'Tis (almost) the season, and you don't want to miss out. Press play and enjoy!Note: Shownotes are complete! Chapters/Timestamps/Stuff mentioned: 00:00:00 Mac Geek Gab 736 for Monday, November […]
11/20/20180
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Bridge Mode, APFS, and Tips from MacTech – Mac Geek Gab 735

Dave's back from MacTech and boy is his brain tired from absorbing as much knowledge as he could. He and John talk through a bunch of that, including some important new APFS knowledge, Cool Stuff Found, and a plethora of Quick Tips. Plus, of course, your two favorite geeks answer […]
11/12/20180
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Mac mini CPU Considerations, Semi-Dark Mode, Photos, and More – Mac Geek Gab 734

New Macs are out! John and Dave answer your questions and talk through the various models, including a dissection of the 2018 Mac mini CPU options as well as the relative merit of the 2018 MacBook Air. Other topics include setting up "semi-Dark Mode" on Mojave, using a Fusion Drive […]
11/5/20180
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When Icons Go Bad – Mac Geek Gab Podcast 733

The question of managing spoofed caller ID came up last week, and this week we've got answers. Also, how do you deal with applications that lose their icon? We'll help! We've also got a lot more than that, too, including other questions, quick tips, Cool Stuff Found, and maybe even […]
10/29/20180
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The Spam Eradication Conundrum – Mac Geek Gab Podcast 732

Do you get spam calls on your iPhone? Would you like to know how to stop that? How about power drain on your Mac and your iPhone? Plus, do you care whether you're using the actual SIM or eSIM on your new iPhone? Press play, listen, and learn together!Note: Shownotes […]
10/22/20180
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APFS Corruption, Wi-Fi Numbering, and Backups – Mac Geek Gab Podcast 731

APFS has been available on our Macs for a year now, and we're beginning to see the issues with corruption that can't be yet be solved by Apple or third party utilities. Wi-Fi is changing names… and getting faster! And folks, Backups are still important! All this and more in […]
10/15/20180
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Don’t Panic, Kernel. It’s Just a Kill Switch and a Nuke-and-Pave – Mac Geek Gab Podcast 730

Sometimes things go wrong with your devices, and sometimes the path you think will solve it winds up running you in circles. The same things can happen to your two favorite geeks, and this week's show talks about some of that while also answering your questions and solving your problems. […]
10/8/20180
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Is Mojave the Key to Solving the iTunes Problem? – Mac Geek Gab Podcast 729

Ever wanted to run Terminal from your iPhone? How about merge two Mac Photos Libraries the right way? And is Mojave the Key to Solving the iTunes Problem? All of these questions and lots, lots more are answered in this week's Mac Geek Gab!Note: Shownotes are complete! Chapters/Timestamps/Stuff mentioned: 00:00:00 […]
10/1/20180
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Mojave, Inexpensive Tech, Dual SIMs, and More – Mac Geek Gab 728

Don't get caught, folks. That's what we say, and that's what we mean. This week that takes shape with advice about when to install macOS Mojave, finding the right place(s) to buy inexpensive tech, and extending your Wi-Fi network the right – and fun – ways. Oh, and there's more, […]
9/24/20180
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iOS 12 and Mojave Upgrade Thoughts, Cloud Storage, and Adapting Thunderbolt – Mac Geek Gab 727

iOS 12 is out, folks, and John and Dave have some experience with it that they're happy to share. Of course, they take your questions, too, including those about your upcoming Mojave migration. Don't miss this one, folks!Note: Shownotes are complete! Chapters/Timestamps/Stuff mentioned: 00:00:00 Mac Geek Gab 727 for Monday, […]
9/17/20180
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Skip the Dongle, Learn about Cruft! – Mac Geek Gab 726

It's time to fully embrace the USB-C interface, folks, at least according to listener Zack. Todd helps us understand Cruft, Phil needs to know about storing IDs when traveling, Felix is curious about storing archives, and that's just the half of it. You'll have to listen to hear Dave Hamilton […]
9/10/20180
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Back to School CSF, APFS on Externals, Cable Modems, and Beware iPhone Lint! – Mac Geek Gab 725

Going back to school often means needing to take things from the digital world and connect them to the analog. Need sound? Need printouts? John F. Braun and Dave Hamilton have some Cool Stuff Found for you! Then it's on to troubleshooting external disks (including APFS), cable modem advice and […]
9/3/20180
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Fonts and Photos and SpeedTests and Clouds – Mac Geek Gab Podcast 724

There is never a dull moment when the MGG Family gets together, and this week with questions about misbehaving fonts, unsorted Photos, and inconsistent speed tests, well, there's a lot happening. And that's just the first round! Listen as John F. Braun and Dave Hamilton sort through all this and […]
8/27/20180
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CPU Throttling on Older Macs – Mac Geek Gab 723

It's not just newer Macs that suffer from CPU throttling, it happens on older Macs, too, and a firmware update is not the easy fix. Keychains, Photo Sorting, Battery management tips, and doing the Public Wi-Fi Dance are just some of the other topics covered.Note: Shownotes are complete! Chapters/Timestamps/Stuff mentioned: 00:00:00 Mac […]
8/20/20180
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Cure The Beachball – Mac Geek Gab Podcast 722

The spinning beachball sucks. It sucks time away, and it sucks the life out of your computing experience. So let's talk about at least one way to solve it. And let's learn at least four other things along the way. Sound good? Great. Press play and you're on the train.Note: […]
8/13/20180
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Haunted Drives, Beachballs, and Chatty Cathy – Mac Geek Gab 721

Is running a full SSD OK? What's accessing my hard drive? How do I get custom sounds into Mail? These are just a few of the questions that John F. Braun and Dave Hamilton, your two favorite geeks, answer this week. Press play and enjoy!Note: Shownotes are complete! Chapters/Timestamps/Stuff mentioned: […]
8/6/20180
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APFS, Shutdown, Messages, and Notifications – Mac Geek Gab Podcast 720

Every time your two favorite geeks get together, something interesting happens: everyone learns at least five (5!) new things. This week's topics include two very specific features of APFS (a pro and a con), noise-canceling headphones for travel, a solution to drives not appearing on your Desktop, some Cool Stuff […]
7/30/20180
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Scanning, OCR, Travel Phone Cases, and the Best Portable Computer – Mac Geek Gab 719

Back from their adventures, John and Dave talk through some travel-related tips, including the best iPhone case to use when on the road and the best mobile computer for you. That's not all, though, as this week's episode also includes segments about sharing to an older TV, resolving slow computers, […]
7/24/20180
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Deep Dives: Photos, NAS, & Backups – Mac Geek Gab Podcast 718

Sometimes it's time for a deep dive. Today it's time for three! Listen as your two favorite geeks dive into Photos, NAS (Synology… and more!), and Backups.Note: Shownotes are complete! Chapters/Timestamps/Stuff mentioned: 00:00:00 Mac Geek Gab 718 for Monday, July 16, 2018 00:02:05 eero Labs Beta Features Macstock 00:04:39 […]
7/16/20180
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AirPods, Phishing, Smart Home, and Resets – Mac Geek Gab Podcast 717

Tips and questions answered about iCloud Family Storage, Permissions, Converting video types, AirPods, FileMaker, and much more. Download, press play, and enjoy!Note: Shownotes are complete! Chapters/Timestamps/Stuff mentioned: 00:00:00 Mac Geek Gab 717 for Monday, July 9, 2018 00:02:26 Christian-Merging into iCloud Family Storage Plan 00:08:32 Roger-Permission Denied 00:12:30 Mojave […]
7/9/20180
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Supercapacitors, VPNs, PRAM, and iCloud – Mac Geek Gab 716

Sometimes it doesn't sound geeky but it is, other times it sounds geeky but it isn't. With supercapacitors, VPNs, and PRAM on the list which path do you think your two favorite geeks are going to take you down today? You'll just have to listen and learn!Note: Shownotes are complete! […]
7/2/20180
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Just In Case…Sensitivity – Mac Geek Gab Podcast 715

APFS is still quite young, and both the market for it and our experience with it are evolving at a rapid pace. There's plenty more to learn about it, and your two favorite geeks dig in a little today. But that's not all! Some questions from the forums, some questions […]
6/25/20180
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Mac App Switcher, iOS Reminders, iPad Calculator, and Feedbag? – Mac Geek Gab 714

Do you like Quick Tips? Do you think you know everything about the macOS App Switcher? If you answered "yes" to those questions we think you'll be in for a very pleasant surprise, and that's just the kickoff of the episode! Then it's on to a few other tips, including […]
6/18/20180
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Thirteen Lucky Years of MGG – Mac Geek Gab Podcast 713

Join John F. Braun and Dave Hamilton as they celebrate their 13th Mac Geek Gab anniversary by answering your questions, sharing Cool Stuff Found, solving problems and… you know… doing what they do for you! Press play, download, and celebrate! And also learn!Note: Shownotes are complete! Chapters/Timestamps/Stuff mentioned: 00:00:00 Mac […]
6/13/20180
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WWDC 2018, Travel Tips, and Cool Stuff Found – Mac Geek Gab 712

Dave's in San Jose covering WWDC, and he and John talk through all of today's announcements and what they mean to you! Then it's on to sharing some Cool Stuff Found, including a few travel-related items that Dave found on his journeys this week. Lastly, some of your questions are […]
6/5/20180
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The “Man Looking Over Your Shoulder” Attack – Mac Geek Gab 711

Ever send mail to the wrong address accidentally? Ever want to ask your Mac its serial number? Notifications ever get in your way? All those questions are answered in the just the first segment of the show. Listen for more about syncing your Photos without iCloud Photo Library, managing your calendars, […]
5/28/20180
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The Active Evolution of APFS – Mac Geek Gab 710

You know how it goes: your computer's working fine one day, the next it's not. That's what John and Dave are here for… to help! They start today's episode with some handy tips that aren't documented anywhere, then they move on to answering your questions and solving your problems, including […]
5/21/20180
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The Charm of the Chime – Mac Geek Gab 709

You have questions, Dave and John have answers. Today's topics include malfunctioning AirPods, setting Apple Pay addresses, restoring a Recovery Partition, email and iMessage encryption, and much, much more. Download, press play, enjoy, and learn!Note: Shownotes are complete! Chapters/Timestamps/Stuff mentioned: 00:00:00 Mac Geek Gab 709 for Monday, May 14, 2018 […]
5/14/20180
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Dear Overlords of MacLand – Mac Geek Gab 708

It's always something, and thankfully John and Dave are always here to help. This week we share some advice about geotagging your photos when shooting with a non-geo-smart DSLR camera. Then some talk about how to format Flash drives, and lots, lots more. It's always a blast and you always learn […]
5/7/20180
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Is It Time to Replace Your AirPort Router? – Mac Geek Gab 707

APFS support in third-party apps continues to grow, there's now an app to search for 32-bit apps, secondary iCloud IDs might work well for you, and Apple's official acknowledgement of the end of the AirPort router line brings up one of our favorite topics again: what Wi-Fi solution is best […]
4/30/20180
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Cracked iPhone Screens, What’s in iCloud Keychain, Which Mesh for Me, and More – Mac Geek Gab 706

Running Apple devices is quite a bit of fun most of the time. Occasionally, though, you have problems… and that's where Dave and John come in to help. Today's topics include syncing Wi-Fi passwords, managing Mail's calendar events, and dealing with a cracked iPhone screen. Press play and enjoy!Note: Shownotes […]
4/23/20180
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Tweaking Your iPhone, Keeping Your Mac Awake, Automation Radios, and More – Mac Geek Gab 705

The iPhone isn't really built for you to tweak and troubleshoot, though sometimes that's exactly what you need to do. Never fear, your two favorite geeks come to your rescue. John and Dave also talk through how to keep your Mac happy and awake, radios for controlling automation, and much, […]
4/16/20180
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Answers to Your Questions: Photo Tagging, Mac App Store, Thunderbolt, and a Bluetooth Rant – Mac Geek Gab 704

Answering your questions, it's what John and Dave do! Listen this week to learn about advanced photo tagging, managing your emails, fixing the Mac App Store, using Thunderbolt, accessing minimized windows, Gmail, and much, much more.Note: Shownotes are complete! Chapters/Timestamps/Stuff mentioned: 00:00:00 Mac Geek Gab 704 for Monday, April 9, […]
4/9/20180
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Migrating Your Data, Home Automation, and macOS 10.13.4 – Mac Geek Gab 703

Apple released macOS 10.13.4 this week and, well, it changes some things. No worries, your two favorite geeks talk through it all. Then it's on to managing duplicate contacts and properly migrating your data. There are other questions, too, as well as a few other Quick Tips and some Cool […]
4/2/20180
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As Far As You Know He’s Not a Real Doctor – Mac Geek Gab 702

Your questions, answered! That's what we do here. Today's show starts with some Cool Stuff Found items, including at least one that answers a question from a previous show about auto-captioning your videos! Then it's on to figuring out where all your storage is being used, whether or not you […]
3/26/20180
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Navigating The Apple Support Mire – Mac Geek Gab Podcast 701

Sometimes things go very wrong with Apple's tech support department. And hey, that's why Mac Geek Gab is here to help. But what happens when MGG has issues with Apple's support? They get answers is what happens, and then they share what they've learned about properly navigating that murky mess. […]
3/19/20180
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Cool Stuff Found, Apple Support App, No Laptop Power and More! – Mac Geek Gab 700

Cool Stuff(s) Found abound, and you're in for a treat. Something for everyone, apps, hardware, macOS, iOS, you name it! Then it's on to some questions about iTunes warning. And have you used the Apple Support app? There's a great story about that, too.Note: Shownotes are complete! Chapters/Timestamps/Stuff mentioned: 00:00:00 […]
3/12/20180
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Why Must Qi’s Light Shine So Brightly? – Mac Geek Gab 699

Is your Qi charger keeping you up at night? Don't worry, there's a solution that doesn't (necessarily) involve black electrical tape! Also in this episode, your two favorite geeks help you troubleshoot your problems, including diagosing a strange Safari launch trigger, renaming your Home Sharing store, managing multiple email addresses with Gmail, […]
3/6/20180
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It’s Easy to Blame Bluetooth and APFS – Mac Geek Gab 698

Having issues with your Apple Watch, your iMac hinge, or your external drive? We summarily blame Bluetooth. And APFS. And we have a solution for that hinge that has nothing to do with radio frequencies. So there. Just press play and enjoy. We promise you'll learn at least five new […]
2/26/20180
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Geek Challenges, Voice Assistants, and Cool Stuff Found – Mac Geek Gab Podcast 697

Ever wanted to clear recent locations in your calendar? Or alphabetize LaunchPad? How about finding old computer magazines online? These are just some of the Geek Challenges John and Dave talk through this week. Pepper in some Cool Stuff Found, other questions from fellow listeners, and a discussion about playing […]
2/20/20180
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Network Speeds, HomePod, Vectors, and Dead Drives – Mac Geek Gab Podcast 696

It's always something, isn't it? The more computers – and devices – we have, the more issues there are. This week, that's no different, as there are several network-related questions your two favorite geeks tackle "on-air" for you to hear. HomePod arrived, and first experiences with that are discussed. Finally, […]
2/13/20180
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Evil Address Records of Death … and Files! – Mac Geek Gab Podcast 695

There's always a theme, and this week it's Files. Sure, your two favorite geeks talk about a LOT more than that, but Files are always there. The Files app in iOS, looking at your files on macOS in new ways, finding files that can be deleted, and time files when […]
2/4/20180
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A Cerebral Sunday Morning: HomePod, macOS Server, Novice NAS, and Your Questions Answered – Mac Geek Gab Podcast 694

John and Dave return to answer your questions and share your tips… and theirs! Addressing The Novice NAS Conundrum, the question often comes up: does it make sense for NAS manufacturers to target the novice market? But that's not all, your geeks get heady talking about HomePod and macOS Server, […]
1/28/20180
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This Neato Four Way Adapto-Thing – Mac Geek Gab Podcast 693

AppleCare doesn't void every upgrade, and your geeks talk through some things you can do on your own … and how to make sure you understand where your warranty begins and ends. Questions from you listeners are always the bulk of this show, and they're all over the map today […]
1/23/20180
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Managing Messages, Voice Assistants, APFS, and Quasi-Mesh – Mac Geek Gab 692

Messages are a huge part of our online life, and they don't always work the way we expect or prefer. John and Dave start by answering some of those questions. Then it's on to where you should – and shouldn't – be using APFS. After that, the questions jump around […]
1/16/20180
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Standards Are Great Because There Are So Many of Them – Mac Geek Gab Podcast 691

Your two geeks are traveling in Las Vegas for CES, but that doesn't stop them from bringing you their weekly dose of help, tips, and Cool Stuff Found. Listen as John F. Braun and Dave Hamilton help you understand how to manage the /Volumes folder, resolve a Contacts syncing problem, […]
1/7/20180
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Diagnosing Photo Syncing, Managing Restrictions, and Solving macOS and iOS Problems – Mac Geek Gab 690

Have any problems with iCloud Photo Library? Want to remove DRM from your movies? Are your apps failing to launch? Have other restrictions that your Mac or iPhone are imposing on your life? This is what Mac Geek Gab is all about: solving your problems and sharing tips. Press play, […]
1/2/20180
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Boxing Day with Your Two Favorite Geeks – Mac Geek Gab 689

Recurring Keychain authorization requests bugging you? iMessages out of order? Want to know what to do with your dead drives? This is just where your two favorite geeks start this week's episode. Then it's on to a headphone and earphone discussion, including some talk about letting ambient sound in, and letting someone […]
12/26/20170
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Depending Upon Which Way You Scroll – Mac Geek Gab 688

With so many options for playing your movies on your Apple TV, how do you make sense of it all? Your two favorite geeks get you there. But first, it's a healthy list of Cool Stuff Found, including one for a great discount on an Apple TV itself! Then its […]
12/19/20170
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Future Accidental Probing Failed – Mac Geek Gab 687

This time of year more than others, it seems, people need to remote control their friend's and family's computers for assistance. It's what we do here at Mac Geek Gab – helping people, that is – and we're happy to help you help others, too! But that's not all we talk about […]
12/12/20170
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Don’t Commit a Photo Crime – Mac Geek Gab 686

Sometimes iCloud gets out of sync. Your geeks and fellow listeners have some tips and solutions. Then it's time to talk about troubleshooting tools that exist on either iOS or macOS but not both. What are your options? Your geeks talk through that, too. Of course, 'tis the season, so […]
12/4/20171 hour, 30 minutes, 8 seconds
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Playing Your Movies, Migrating Your Data, Managing Permissions – Mac Geek Gab 685

Cold weather (in the Northern Hemisphere, that is!) means lots of people are staying home playing movies, and your geeks are here to help out with that. Our Southern Hemisphere friends are vacationing, and all that travel means playing movies on the airplane, too, so… we all need this! That's […]
11/28/20170
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Five Minutes is an Eternity to a Computer – Mac Geek Gab 684

Turkey day is coming up in the USA, and your geeks are ready. But mostly they're just ready to answer your Mac and iPhone questions and solve your problems… and that's what they're here to do today. Download, press play, and gobble-gobble it all up!Note: Shownotes are complete! Chapters/Timestamps/Stuff mentioned: […]
11/21/20170
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How Many Times Can You Fold a Podcast? – Mac Geek Gab 683

Have questions about your Mac or iPhone? Just want to learn more? Join John F. Braun and Dave Hamilton, your two favorite geeks, as they entertain and inform you this week.Note: Shownotes are complete! Chapters/Timestamps/Stuff mentioned: 00:00:00 Mac Geek Gab 683 for Tuesday, November 14, 2017 00:01:49 Phil-Bluetooth audio […]
11/14/20170
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Fighting The Machine & Saying the S-Word – Mac Geek Gab 682

iOS 11 brought battery life issues for many – but not all – users, and Dave and John have a few solutions for those affected. But that's not all you get, of course. Many tips, questions answered, and Cool Stuff Found round out the episode, including cable modem picks, iPhone X discussion, […]
11/7/20170
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What Have Brown Outs Done For You? Get a UPS – Mac Geek Gab 681

When the power flickers, are your electronics protected? That's the first order of business. Then it's on to some Cool Stuff Found before digging in to prepping for iPhone X, including what to do about AppleCare … and AppleCare+. VPNs, Battery life, and Certificates round out the episode for you. […]
10/31/20170
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We Fiddled with Ditto – Mac Geek Gab 680

Are photos still bloating up your iPhone? Having trouble upgrading to High Sierra or Downgrading to Sierra? Need to Sync two folders on your Mac? These are just some of the questions your two favorite geeks answer this week!Note: Shownotes are complete! Chapters/Timestamps/Stuff mentioned: 00:00:00 Mac Geek Gab 680 for […]
10/23/20170
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Quick Tips, Cool Stuff Found, High Sierra, and KRACK – Mac Geek Gab 679

Quick Tips, Cool Stuff Found, High Sierra, and KRACK are the topics today, but that means you’re in for a real treat. The goal is for everyone to learn at least four (4!) new things, but today you’re guaranteed to learn a whole lot more. Download, press play, and enjoy!Note: […]
10/16/20170
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Calendar Sharing, iOS 11 Tips, and AirPods – Mac Geek Gab 678

Pilot Pete rejoins after the first time in a LONG time, and your geeks dive right in to Cool Stuff Found. After that, it's time to talk about iOS 11 tips, calendar sharing, AirPods, and High Sierra's login items issues. Download, press play, and enjoy!Note: Shownotes are complete! Chapters/Timestamps/Stuff mentioned: […]
10/9/20170
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High Sierra, Photos, iOS 11, and Sleeping your iPhone – Mac Geek Gab 677

It's high time for some High Sierra chat, and chat is what your two favorite geeks bring! Installation help, app help, and some interesting tidbits round out that portion of the show. Then it's on to some tips and glorious Cool Stuff Found submitted by you, our faithful listeners. Download, […]
10/2/20170
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The Truth is in The Cloud – Mac Geek Gab 676

iOS 11's Spotlight Search, Files App, Photo Search, and app management start the show. Then it's on to discussing the best ways to troubleshoot all iCloud syncing issues. Have dual monitors or are just particular about your window locations? We've got that covered, too… and a lot more! And hey, […]
9/24/20170
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I One The Sandbox – Mac Geek Gab 675

Downloading YouTube Videos, App Stores Woes, Apple Pay Cash, Person-to-Person Payments, iPhone X, iOS 11 Screen Recording, Restoring from a different iPhone and a discussion of whether or not it's safe to use Facebook to login to other sites are ALL discussed in this week's show… and more! Press play […]
9/17/20170
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Cool Stuff Found, DOCSIS 3.1, and The Backup Tango – Mac Geek Gab 674

Your questions answered, as always, including several unresponsive Macs and how to fix them, Life after CrashPlan, Problematic iCloud syncing, and moving your media libraries. Cool Stuff Found kicks things off, though, with lots of great stuff that you'll love. Plus, a healthy competition about internet speeds between your two […]
9/10/20171 hour, 27 minutes, 33 seconds
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A Picture Is Worth a Thousand Dollars – Mac Geek Gab 673

Moving your Photos to a new drive, managing your Finder's smart searches, reasons for a VPN, and remote access to your own Macs are just the first few topics that Dave and John discuss this week. Then it's on to managing your document syncing, finding an old version of Mac […]
9/3/20170
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Kelvin Was Left Out In the Cold – Mac Geek Gab 672

No reason NOT to start the episode with Cool Stuff Found, so that's just what your two favorite geeks do. Then it's off to answering some questions about printer sharing, bluetooth headsets, USB-C connections, and, of course, CrashPlan! Download and enjoy!Note: Shownotes are complete! Chapters/Timestamps/Stuff mentioned: 00:00:00 Mac Geek Gab […]
8/27/20170
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Cool Stuff Found, NAS Advice, and Geek Challenges – Mac Geek Gab 671

It's time to dig back into NAS drives by answering Steve's question: Which Synology DiskStation is right for me? There are a few more things to explore on that topic, too, and your two favorite geeks do it justice. Separate from that are a few questions about a variety of […]
8/20/20170
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Backups, APFS, High Sierra, and You – Mac Geek Gab 670

Cool Stuff Found starts the episode, then it's on to a few things related to backups, including how High Sierra's APFS will affect you. Listener tips and some other, unrelated questions are answered, and then there's a nice, juicy segment on meshifying your home without buying mesh for all of […]
8/13/20170
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macOS High Sierra Thoughts and Geek Challenges – Mac Geek Gab 669

Do you have an app that crashes on save? Do you fully understand how to control the macOS firewall? Your two favorite geeks will help you with this and a lot more. Press play for this info-and-action-packed episode!Note: Shownotes are complete! Chapters/Timestamps/Stuff mentioned: 00:00:00 Mac Geek Gab 669 for Sunday, August […]
8/6/20170
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Backups vs. iCloud vs. Time Machine – Mac Geek Gab 668

Ever wonder how to test an external battery? Ever want to enforce parental controls from afar? Ever wonder just how different Time Machine and iCloud are from normal backups? Well, your two favorite geeks discuss all this and a LOT more in today's episode. Press play and enjoy!Note: Shownotes are […]
7/30/20170
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Password Mayhem, iOS Photos, & Preventing Sleep – Mac Geek Gab 667

You ask, we answer! Tech support every week for over 12 years! First up this episode: Passwords, and lots of 'em. Then it's on to managing Photos and app files on your iPhone. We revisit the topic of waking a sleeping laptop, and then discuss a few tips and tricks […]
7/23/20170
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Three Geeks at Macstock 2017 – Mac Geek Gab 666

For episode 666 your two favorite geeks are joined (raided!) by Guy Serle and the episode becomes a mix of Mac Geek Gab and the MyMac podcast. Recorded live at Macstock 2017, Guy, Dave, and John talk through all sorts of things, including some stellar quick tips just for you. […]
7/16/20170
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Migrating Mail, Managing your Monitor, and More! – Mac Geek Gab 665

Lots of summer-related Cool Stuff Found here, including stuff for hearing your music while you're out enjoying the outdoors. Don't worry, southern-hemisphere friends, we've got plenty of stuff for you, too, including a new mesh wireless system to discuss. The Q&A portion of the show covers migrating mail, operating with […]
7/9/20170
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Puck Killed the Wi-Fi

Keyboard shortcuts, system-wide tools, reversing panorama mode, and putting the finishing touches on your system updates are the things you’ll learn about in just the first few minutes of this episode. From there it goes even deeper, including a great segment about managing your email on macOS and iOS. You […]
7/2/20171 hour, 24 minutes, 4 seconds
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Oh…Snap! – Mac Geek Gab 663

Proper use of a catchall address, external MacBook and MacBook Pro batteries, granular controls on the volume slider, GPS in Airplane mode, and making an old trackball with with Sierra are just the way this show begins. Listen in for much, much more… and feel free to send your questions in, too!Note: […]
6/25/20170
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Curios Aren’t Just for Breakfast Anymore – Mac Geek Gab 662

Alternative AirPlay Receivers, iMac Upgrades, Troubleshooting in Console, and AirPods controls are just the first four things your two favorite geeks discuss today. Then it’s on to solving the issue of stale Contacts on your iPhone, MailDrop woes, and the Preppers approach to backups. All this and more in this […]
6/18/20170
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The Boys of Summer are Back in Town – Mac Geek Gab 661

Quick Tips to start (no hints!), and then it’s time for some new Mac advice, which is a fitting question to get on the heels of Apple’s WWDC 2017 announcements. Then it’s time to discuss backups, and how much you should worry (hint: a LOT… that’s the point of backing […]
6/11/20170
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iCloud Syncing is the Bane of my Existence – Mac Geek Gab 660

Ever have problems with iCloud syncing? Haha, of course you have. Dave Hamilton and John F. Braun, your two favorite geeks, have, too, so they help a few of you with your iCloud syncing problems and, in the process, dig into all the things they've learned about solving this problem […]
6/4/20170
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Secure Document Syncing, Splitting Audio & More – Mac Geek Gab 659

Thunderbolt 3 Docks, Quick PrefPane Access, the best iOS PDF viewer, splitting audio files, and finding your lyrics. THAT's what your two favorite geeks start with this week… and then they go from there! Press play and enjoy.Note: Shownotes are complete! Chapters/Timestamps/Stuff mentioned: 00:00:00 Mac Geek Gab 659 for Sunday, May […]
5/28/20170
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Fixing Album Art, Cracked iPads, and UPnP Dangers – Mac Geek Gab 658

Your geeks start with some tips: dealing with a bad key on your keyboard, restoring the proper album art after iCloud Music Library has done its part, and dealing with a damaged SD card. Then it's on to some questions, like whether or not UPnP is dangerous for you or what […]
5/21/20170
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Guardians of the Geek Galaxy – Mac Geek Gab Podcast 657

Ever wondered how to share iCloud contact groups amongst family and team members? Ever have to mix iOS, Android, and macOS? Ever wonder what AppTranslocation folders are? How about the best thing to put in your walls before you close them up? John F. Braun and Dave Hamilton have your answers […]
5/14/20170
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Follow The Dots…to Mac Geek Gab 656

Cool Stuff Found and Quick Tips in the same episode? You bet! John F. Braun and Dave Hamilton aim to deliver for you each and every week. And since the goal is to learn at least four new things each week, some options might include keeping your Mac awaken only when you […]
5/7/20170
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Is Your Wi-Fi Security Worth Its Salt? – Mac Geek Gab 655

Splitting the check, making your EarPods or AirPods fit better, and pen-based note-taking are just the Cool Stuff Found segment. Then your two favorite geeks talk you through fixing Wi-Fi connection issues on both your iPhone and your Mac, and also help you choose the right speed plan from your ISP. […]
4/30/20170
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Never Check Your NSA Email Over an Insecure Connection – Mac Geek Gab 654

Quick Tips, Cool Stuff Found and LOTS of questions. Sleeping Mac? No problem. VIP Mail help? No problem. Building a home? No problem. Want to know about VPNs? Well, now… just kidding. No problem! Mac Geek Gab answers your questions and shares your tips so everyone can learn at least […]
4/23/20170
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NAS, MDM, DGC and Other Fun Initials – Mac Geek Gab 653

Sometimes you have to get geeky. No worries, Dave and John will talk you through understanding what NAS and MDM mean and why you might want to use them. Don’t worry, fellow geeks, there’s stuff in here for you, too. After all, that’s how Mac Geek Gab rolls! Listen, enjoy, learn, […]
4/17/20170
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Physical Security Matters, Too – Mac Geek Gab 652

SMC Resets, Migration Assistant tricks, Auto-Upgrade solutions and Renting vs. Owning your Cable Modem are just the beginning for your two favorite geeks today. S/MIME is taken to a whole other level with guest Jeff Butts who helps us all understand how to make this work on both macOS and […]
4/9/20170
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Four New Things You’ll Learn Today – Mac Geek Gab 651

Quick Tips about VPN, Sierra’s storage, Universal Clipboard, and Wi-Fi priority are just the start to the show. From there we talk about using Flash on your iPhone or iPad (it’s true!), portable VPN options, accessing a file server with iOS and much more. Download or just press play right […]
4/2/20170
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Are You Secure with Your Security? – Mac Geek Gab 650

Security is on the brain this week! Learn how to secure your iCloud account and also learn how to secure your entire home network from your ISP's prying eyes! Dave and John also help you determine what devices and processes are using your network, and what the difference is between […]
3/26/20170
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Web Pages as Apps, Equipment Insurance, and Photos! – Mac Geek Gab 649

Have a webpage you use all the time? Why not make that its own, separate app? Need to create Symbolic Links (symlinks) but don't want to use the Terminal? How about if you want to get an equipment warranty for that new Synology NAS you just bought? That's just a […]
3/19/20170
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More Mac Tips Than You Can Shake a Stick At – Mac Geek Gab 648

Manage your 3rd-party external "Retina" display, use custom icons for each mounted volume, use private browsing to keep your various Google accounts from conflicting, and move your Dock to make better use of your screen real estate. Folks, that's just the tips section of this week's episode. Listen for much, much […]
3/12/20170
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Hello, Sailor. Nothing Happens Here – Mac Geek Gab 647

Ever get the spinning beach ball at the top of your screen? John and Dave can help with that. After all, they come together each week to solve your Mac questions and problems. Other topics include selecting your sending address from Mail, controlling when iCloud Photos get sent to the cloud, […]
3/5/20170
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How do I choose a UPS? – Mac Geek Gab 646

Spring is almost here for the northern hemisphere, and that means it's almost lightning season. It's time to talk UPSs and battery backups. Listen as John and Dave talk through all the permutations you'll need to know to choose the right UPS for your setup. On top of that, a […]
2/26/20170
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Don’t Fear The Wi-Fi – Mac Geek Gab 645

Inexpensive quasi-mesh Wi-Fi, cloud management for your videos, changing your Finder icons and upgrading your Mac's Wi-Fi to the latest standards are just how this show starts out! From there it's on to answering your questions about monitoring iOS data usage, looking at PDF data – all of it! – […]
2/19/20170
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iOS Geek Gab, Managing RAM, Converting Numbers to Excel – Mac Geek Gab 644

A little iOS Geek Gab segment starts the show, discussing batteries – both internal and out – as well as screen protection. Your geeks share their picks and, more importantly, how they pick. Then it's on to some great tips from both your two favorite geeks and you, including managing […]
2/12/20170
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You Scratch Your Head, I’ll Scratch Mine – Mac Geek Gab 643

Cool Stuff Found kicks off this week's show, with email clients, Wi-Fi Widget(s), combo iPhone/Watch chargers, disk utilities and much, much more. Then, after a few additional tips from you, dear listeners, it's time for your questions. Topics this week include comparing local vs. Cloud storage for things like your […]
2/5/20170
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Safari Passwords, Shopping Lists, and Synology RT2600ac Router – Mac Geek Gab 642

Have a website with multiple passwords and Safari always chooses the wrong one? Want a shopping list app to manage as a family? Photos showing greyed-out people? That's just how this week's Mac Geek Gab starts, folks. Then it's on to Dave's review of the new Synology RT2600ac standalone router, plus […]
1/29/20170
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Speeding Up a Sluggish Mac and Cool Stuff Found – Mac Geek Gab 641

Cool Stuff Found today contains lots of things you suggested after listening to recent shows, including tools to help your Mac sleep, help you manage your keyboard shortcuts and macros, privately sync your notes, auto-file your Mail, and free backup storage! Then its on to sharing your tips and answering your questions. Want […]
1/22/20170
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Managing Photos, Fixing Your Apple Watch & Resolving Network Issues – Mac Geek Gab 640

Migrating Photos to a new Mac, managing and syncing your family's photos, speeding up iOS Spotlight searches, fixing an unresponsive Digital Crown on your Apple Watch and resolving website loading delays are just some of the things you'll learn from your two favorite geeks in this week's show! Listen as Dave […]
1/17/20170
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Moving Photos, Fixing Mail, Securing Your Network & More – Mac Geek Gab 639

Back from CES, your two favorite geeks have some fun stuff to report about and all of your questions to answer. The latter include things like fixing Mail.app's CPU-hogging, which hibernatemode to use for your MacBook, and much, much more. Press play and enjoy!Note: Shownotes are complete! Chapters/Timestamps/Stuff mentioned: 00:00:00 Mac […]
1/9/20170
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Happy New Year from Your Two Favorite Geeks – Mac Geek Gab 638

Need to use Mini DisplayPort monitor with your USB-C Mac? Need to make screen recordings? Need a Dropbox replacement? Your two favorite geeks have you covered with these questions and others. Cool Stuff Found segment includes a way to control your reboot sounds, your clipboard, and your unwanted robocalls. Plus, […]
1/1/20170
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Christmas Morning with Your Two Favorite Geeks – Mac Geek Gab 637

Everyone got AirPods except you? No worries, Dave and John have you covered with some AirPods alternatives. Otherwise it's listener questions dominate the show, as usual, with topics ranging from where to store your iTunes Media, network topology, replacements for Dropbox's missing Public folder and much more. Download today and […]
12/25/20160
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The First Rule of The Darknet Is Don’t Talk About The Darknet – Mac Geek Gab 636

It's true, John and Dave – and you, fellow listeners – have gone acronym crazy! BYOD is discussed, as is TOR browser on iOS and elsewhere. RAM performance under Sierra makes an appearance as do a TON of tips, especially one for speeding up Safari on slower Macs. VPN makes […]
12/18/20160
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Filing Mail, Router Follow-up, and Geeky Gift Guides! – Mac Geek Gab 635

Filing Mail, RAM suggestions, DOCSIS 3.1 and accessing your data from The Dark Side are just some of the topics of questions answered by John and Dave this week. Then it's on to a follow-up from the router show with a sandwich of geeky holiday gift suggestions from your two […]
12/11/20160
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Mail Tips & Solving Generic Dock Icons – Mac Geek Gab 634

Quick tips to start: copying mail (instead of moving it), editing your default Touch Bar, a new way to create pinned tabs in Safari, ejecting an external Blu-ray, and disabling notifications. After that it's time to answer your questions about secure email, SSD upgrades, keychain errors, portable audio recording setups […]
12/4/20160
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Deep Dive: How to Choose a Router in 2016? – Mac Geek Gab 633

This week we answer all your questions and queries about which router you should buy and how to go about deciding this for yourself. Standalone vs. mesh, eero vs. Orbi, 2×2 vs 4×4, we cover it all. After listening to this episode you'll have both the information and even some […]
11/27/20160
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MGG 632: The Truth and Its Relatives

Your questions answered, including those about Sierra's keyboard viewer, recommended OS and RAM configurations for older (and newer!) Macs, Stopping apps from launching on login, finding photos on your iPhone, Bluetooth interference and more. Then it's Cool Stuff Found and some tips. How can you go wrong? By NOT downloading […]
11/20/20160
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MGG 631: The Odd Couple Episode

We asked, you shared your top Mac apps, we share them back! Some great additions in the list here, too. Some mutual favorites and some surprises. Listen to hear if yours made the list! Then it's on to discussion about trackpad scrolling, iOS Mail swiping, ripping movies (with subtitles!) and […]
11/13/20160
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MGG 630: Label Your Cables!

This episode is all about geeks helping other geeks. First it's tips from you helping us and other listeners, including a way to bypass macOS Sierra's network-mounting password dialog! Then we help you with importing just your Health data, musicians using an iPad at gigs, migrating data from one iPhone to […]
11/6/20160
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MGG 629: Not All USB-C Is Created Equal

Considering migrating to a new Mac? How about thinking of a new Cable Modem? What about managing Wi-Fi speeds with lots of Apple devices which share their Wi-Fi networks via iCloud? Your fellow MGG listeners had those questions until they asked here and your two favorite geeks answered! Listen to […]
10/30/20160
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MGG 628: Cool Stuff Found and The DNS Achilles Heel

Cool Stuff Found includes how to keep Safari from opening iTunes automatically, a new USB circuit tester, bluetooth stereo speaker, a better way to backup your iPhone and more. Then it's on to your questions, including a segment on managing your iPhone from the new Console app in macOS Sierra. […]
10/23/20160
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MGG 627: It’s a Kludge!

Did you know that Safari can auto-close a newly-launched tab when you're finished reading it? That's just one of the things you'll learn in today's MGG. Dropbox's accessibility hacks, editing EXIF on iOS, the security of hidden Wi-Fi networks, enabling Universal Clipboard, and managing macOS Sierra's multiple monitors are more. […]
10/17/20160
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MGG 626: Lightning Struck my Switches

Quick Tips start this episode, including topics like macOS Sierra's picture-in-picture videos, auto-logout, Sierra upgrade hints, macerror, cleaning up your Keychain, printing to PDF on any iOS 10 device, Apple Watch battery life and more. Then it's on to questions about macOS Sierra's network login changes, running a mixed macOS […]
10/9/20160
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MGG 625: The Spotlight Clone Wars

Faster chargers, ODB2 dongles, Mac vs. Windows File Paths, MacBook Pro specs, Dropbox, macOS Sierra and the Spotlight Clone Wars are all topics discussed in today's Mac Geek Gab. In fact, they're not just topics, they're your questions answered! Plus, Dave and John go on a good photoanalysisd rant for good […]
10/2/20160
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MGG 624: Sierra, APFS, Wi-Fi and Personal Servers

Today it's all about answering your questions! Ok, maybe one tip, but it's high time your questions got answered, and your two favorite geeks are just the right guys to do it! First it's two macOS Sierra questions, then it's onto APFS and the future of backups, including a query about […]
9/25/20160
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MGG 623: macOS Sierra Tips and Tricks and More!

macOS Sierra is almost upon us, and there are already some great tips and tricks to share. Some follow-up from our recent deep dive into Backups is included, too, as well as lengthy discussion about Amazon's Alexa vs. HomeKit!Chapters: 00:01:29 iPhone 7 00:07:00 Migrating to a new iPhone 00:08:44 iPhone […]
9/18/20160
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MGG 622 – Cool Stuff Found & Media Management Holy Grail

Lots of great Cool Stuff Found has come in lately, and today we share it with you. Then it's time to talk the holy grail of media library management. It promises to be a wild show, folks. Download and enjoy!Note: Shownotes are complete! Stuff mentioned: Genius Pack (1:44) AutoPagerize (3:59) How […]
9/11/20160
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MGG 621: Tips, Tricks and Troubleshooting Outside The Box

Tips, and lots of them, start today's show. Audiobooks, Finder tweaks, securing your Mac and more! Then it's time to talk about how your accounts can disappear and reappear, why your printer driver might want to listen to the network, how to view 35mm slides on your Mac and how […]
9/4/20160
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MGG 620: Backups Deep Dive

It's time for a Deep Dive! This time, Backups. Local backups, online backups, remote backups, paid backups, free backups. Just promise us one thing: no matter what you choose after listening to this episode, please make sure you're backing up your data!Note: Shownotes are complete! Stuff mentioned: My USPS (1:30) SSD […]
8/28/20160
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MGG 619: Security Breach!

Listener Jason had a security breach on his home network. Learn what he did that allowed this to happen, and what you can do to prevent it. Lots of other tips in this episode, too, like removing phantom app storage, enabling iCloud for iBooks after the fact, starting up in Safe […]
8/21/20160
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MGG 618: Quick Tips, iCloud Music and Resistant Clients

Quick Tips are back with a vengeance! Keyboard shortcuts, calculator corrections, audio sync, offline dictation, email archiving and more. Then it's time to answer your questions, including migrating Notes between accounts, sizing up the Terminal and dealing with resistant clients. Download and enjoy!Note: Shownotes are complete! Stuff mentioned: Mac keyboard shortcuts […]
8/14/20160
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MGG 617: Managing Photos, Archiving Email & More

iOS vs. Smart Playlists, filing Mail like a power user, managing iCloud Photo Library, phantom app data vs. your iPhone's free space and much much more. All of the are covered in today's MGG. Your questions, your tips, shared and answered by the geeks you love. Download and enjoy!Note: Shownotes […]
8/7/20160
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MGG 616: DHS, DHL, DFS It’s All The Same

It's tips, tips and more tips. And also your questions. iOS Mail power searches, unleashing the power of Image Capture, a free photo-management tool that uses folders, removing and detecting malware, and demystifying 5GHz wireless channels are just some of the topics covered in today's show!Note: Shownotes are complete! Stuff […]
7/31/20160
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MGG 615: John and Dave Trade Places

Quick Tips: All those little things you know that you don't think about? Other people know and don't think about them, too… so we think about them and share them, enhancing everyone's knowledge! Then it's on to some questions, with a surprising number about Ethernet. Go Figure!Note: Shownotes are complete! […]
7/25/20160
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MGG 614: Travel Tips and Cool Stuff Found

Dave's back from Europe and he and John have a metric ton of Cool Stuff Found and Quick Tips for you and from you! Plus, Dave's got some travel tips from Europe to share with you, too. Download… and enjoy!Note: Shownotes are complete! Stuff mentioned: The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the […]
7/18/20160
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MGG 613: Deep Dives Into APFS, Synology, Powerline & More

Dave's traveling, so when he and John pre-recorded this one they decided to take a bit of a different direction and do a bit of a deep dive into one of their favorite topics: Synology DiskStations. But don't worry, they also answered a few of your questions and shared a […]
7/10/20160
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MGG 612: The One Where Dave Kanye’d John

Sometimes things just don't work right, and that's what your two favorite geeks are here for! Listen to them help solve your issues with batteries, email bcc, Photos migration and even CPU QoS. Download and enjoy!Note: Show notes are complete! Stuff mentioned: John’s Classic 1994 Saturn SL2 Removing/Cleaning the ignition […]
7/3/20160
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MGG 611: Troubleshoot & Resolve Your Mac & Apple Issues

How to share contacts with your team, read CDs on a new Mac, resolve your router being blocked by servers, fix your iPad Pro when it locks up and much more. All this today on Mac Geek Gab. Download and enjoy!Note: Shownotes are complete! Stuff mentioned: London Meetup with Dave Hamilton […]
6/26/20160
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MGG 610: Airplane Mode on the Mac? Sure!

Dave's back from WWDC and he and John focus on your questions this week. How best can one enable Airplane Mode on a Mac? How do you find a missing Mailbox? Why does the iTunes Library stay put when you tell it to move? And… what happened with John's phone? […]
6/20/20160
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MGG 609: Keynote Thoughts and Power Magic

Fresh out of Apple's keynote and State of the Union talks, Dave and John digest their thoughts together, live for you (or, well, live to tape… not tape but digital… oh, you know what we mean!). Then it's time for some serious followups from the last two episodes. Photos, Watch layouts, Genius […]
6/14/20160
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MGG 608: Personal Cloud For Photos and More

Need an expert's guide to the Genius Bar? Forgot your PIN code but Touch ID still works? Hurry up and follow today's advice to save your data. Need to get Internet to another building far away (but not too far)? How about using HomeKit? These are the questions your two […]
6/5/20160
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MGG 607: The Pocket Dial Conspiracy

When in doubt, apply water, right? Listener Chris did, and it worked! Matthew takes us on a tour (through his mind) of the Pocket Dial Conspirary, and Matt asks some questions about eero. And that, folks, is what Mac Geek Gab is about: answering your questions and sharing your tips. […]
5/29/20160
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MGG 606: The Palindrome Reviver

Logic Pro X, Hackintoshes and ghost calls are a few brand new topics for the show this week. Of course, some of your old favorites are here, too and, yes, OK, we'll talk a little bit about routers again, as well. All that plus a few Cool Stuff Found entries rounds […]
5/22/20160
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MGG 605: Like Oil and Water, iPhones and Key Fobs Don’t Mix

iPhones and keyfobs, batteries and USB-C, external Thunderbolt GPUs, the internet of things vs. SSIDs… there's a lot to weigh in on here, folks, and John and Dave give you their thoughts along with those of your fellow listeners. Download and enjoy! Sponsor: Gemini 2 from MacPaw. Check out Gemini 2, […]
5/15/20160
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MGG 604: You’re Only Paranoid If They’re Not Out To Get You

Lots of Cool Stuff Found to start the show today, including two different menubar monitor alternatives. Then it's on to Mail. It works well for some, and a few tips are shared. Others have trouble with Mail and some solutions are discussed. All your Mail are belong to YOU, at least for this […]
5/9/20160
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MGG 603: Pronunciation, Rants and The Joy of a Smaller Phone

Sound is a funny thing, so are pronunciations and ringtones, and yet your two favorite geeks have some great tips for you about both of those. Need to replace the Finder? Need to diagnose a malfunctioning port on your Mac? How about restoring your magically disappearing printers? Your geeks have […]
5/1/20160
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MGG 602: If You Could See What These Eyes Have Seen

Several of your fellow listeners are ingenious folks, having come up with some clever solutions to tricky problems. Join Dave & John as we all learn how to backup and restore your OS X text substitution preferences, use AirFoil to cusomitze your Mac's audio, restore Snow Leopard's zoom and scroll […]
4/24/20160
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MGG 601: Cool Stuff Found & Your Questions Answered

BUBM, Yurbuds, ME05, MM1 QODE, Fastfari and more are not just random characters we typed into this field, they're names of just a few of the products included in this week's Cool Stuff Found segment! Then it's on to your questions about publishing FlickR photo albums, using iCloud on the web from […]
4/17/20160
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MGG 600: Dave & John’s Crystal Balls

600 Episodes and (almost) 11 years of podcasting hasn't stopped John F. Braun and Dave Hamilton from answering your questions and solving your problems. That continues with this episode, sharing tips about iCloud login issues, answering questions about Double NAT, Fusion Drives, and downloading iTunes purchases. They help manage your […]
4/10/20160
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MGG 599: Your Two Favorite Geeks, Caffeinated

The OS X 10.11.4 update breaks some things for folks, Photos storage is a concern to more than a few listeners, and a little more about wireless networks to round out last week's discussion. All that plus tips about making sure your Finder windows are where you think they are […]
4/3/20160
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MGG 598: Cool Stuff Found and Wi-Fi Geekiness

2016 is the Year of the Router (as crowned by John and Dave), and this week's episode includes some discussion about exactly how to choose the best router for your setup… especially if you're a geek. Bluetooth devices, too, are ubiquitous among us, and a few listeners are having trouble […]
3/28/20160
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MGG 597: Why 8068 Is (Now) The Worst 4-Digit PIN

Some great tips to start off here, including learning that cut and paste is possible in Finder. We also learn what Time Machine excludes natively, and what the most and least popular 4-digit PINs are. Plus, Apple had an event earlier today … Dave and John had an event right […]
3/21/20160
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MGG 596: Taking a SIP from Apple’s Fountain

What is it you've been saving your fourth finger for? John and Dave share a tip with the answer. Lots of tips today, in fact, including more about pasting plain text, finding SSD firmware updates, a NEW tip for deleting pesky files and much, much more. Download and enjoy! Sponsor: […]
3/13/20160
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MGG 595: Mike’s Dirty Sandbox

The apps you choose to run on your MacBook can have a significant impact on your battery life; learn which ones pass John and Dave's muster. Then learn what they have to say about listeners' questions about a dirty Mail sandbox, router recommendations, firewalls and more. Cool Stuff Found starts […]
3/6/20160
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MGG 594: Ghosts in the iMachine

Granular volume adjustmets, recovering deleted files from the cloud and advanced dragging from your menu bar are just the three Quick Tips that start this episode! Then it's on to a few Geek Challenges (do YOU know how to strip formatting from text on iOS?) and a few regular questions. […]
2/29/20160
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MGG 593: Moving Pictures Isn’t Just a Rush Album

Unresponsive apps explained, Favorites returned to the sidebar, unrelated startup issues that might just be indicative of a larger problem and, yes folks, migrating and sharing your photos on your Mac. Those are just a taste of the topics touched upon in today's episode, and a few Cool Stuff Found […]
2/21/20160
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MGG 592: Taming Wi-Fi Chaos

iTunes spring cleaning, solving Error -43, revisiting Wi-Fi extensions and monitoring .plist files live as they're being written by apps are just a few of the topics that John and Dave discuss and demystify for you today. Join your two favorite geeks as they wrap up the week with this […]
2/12/20160
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MGG 591: If You Had a JBOD Would You Hold It Against Us?

JBOD, Airtime Fairness, Quality of Service (QoS), and RAID are just a few of the mysteries your two favorite geeks help you unravel this week. Add to that some answers about resetting pesky OS X passwords and photo storage plus a few Geek Challenges and a cornucopia of Cool Stuff […]
2/7/20160
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MGG 590: This is Why You Listen All The Way Through to The End

QuickTips, including offline dictation on iOS, audio sync with AirPlay and 25 hidden iPhone features. Then your questions are answered, including moving backups from one drive to another, a strangely-starting MacBook, what the best small desktop speakers and what to do with lost+found items. All this and more, just for […]
1/31/20160
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MGG 589: You Cannot Defeat Physics

Cool Stuff Found dominates the start here, including some travel tips, some iOS support tips, sorting out how iOS chooses its WiFi network, headphones for your eyes and one of your geeks' favorite utilities that is now available for El Capitan. Then it's onto diagnosing Safari CPU usage, Mail inconsistencies and more. […]
1/25/20160
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MGG 588: ¡No Te Dejes Atrapar!

Dave's back from Mexico and he and John are back at it. Some fantastic quick tips today, including some that your two favorite geeks didn't know about both the Mac and the iPhone. New Mac buying advice is on your minds this week, so that topic is covered too, plus some travel […]
1/19/20160
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MGG 587: Twas the Twenth of January

Fresh back from CES, John and Dave share their thoughts and trends about the show. Then it's on to answering your questions with topics including sharing Contacts with iCloud, solving erroneous Safari suggestions, the efficacy of smart chargers, the future of AirPlay and more! Download today, press play and enjoy […]
1/10/20160
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MGG 586: What Happens in Vegas… is The Pentium Episode

John and Dave are in Las Vegas together for CES and … for the first time in a long time … recorded Mac Geek Gab together in the same room. See just how well that works while they answer your questions, share advice and share some fantastic quick tips. Definitely […]
1/4/20160
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MGG 585: It’s Better to be Lucky Than Good

A failed hard drive can teach us some lessons and listener Jon helps us with a few of those. Some tips about printer drivers and the iOS-related lockdown folder follow and then it's time to talk TiVo BOLT. Dave Hamilton and John F. Braun have been long-time TiVo users and […]
12/27/20150
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MGG 584: It’s Saturday and I’m Still Looking For My Stapler

Today's show includes a new segment: Quick Tips! Those simple things that we all do without thinking about it can really help others do the same, so we've started sharing. In addition to that, today's discussion includes Keychain First Aid in 10.11.2, a fix for Office365 locking up Mail.app, upgrade […]
12/19/20150
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MGG 583: Curiosity is Awesome… Unless You’re the Cat

Searching in iPhone Mail, managing Gmail's unable-to-connect errors, DNS configuration, setting up a computer to ignore the Internet (it happens!), virtualization software and audio discussions (including Bluetooth headphone lag on the Mac). Download today and enjoy! Sponsor: Harry's provides guys a great shaving experience for a fraction of the price. […]
12/13/20150
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MGG 582: Time Capsule, Thunderbolt, Troubleshooting & Things Beginning with T

Some notes from Apple techs about iPhone Flat Rate repair and Finder default window positions are shared, then it's on to a quick discussion about why it's good El Capitan doesn't allow you to repair permissions… and when you would need to anyway! Thunderbolt, USB3, Network troubleshooting, external drive backups […]
12/7/20150
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MGG 581: Hints and Allegations for Cyber Monday

Restoring lost contacts, signing onto websites with Facebook, cloning drives, troubleshooting external enclosures and learning about the behind-the-scenes of junk mail filtering are just some of the topics discussed by your two favorite geeks today. Download and enjoy! Sponsor: Crucial: Crucial memory and SSDs are the fastest, easiest ways to increase your Mac® […]
11/30/20150
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MGG 580: The Magic of Instant On

John and Dave take you through managing your media perfectly for your new – and old – Apple TV, including using a NAS to store it all if you like. Then it's some tips about speeding up Time Machine, speeding up App Store downloads, converting movies and sound issues. Pepper […]
11/22/20150
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MGG 579: Bluetooth Audio, Calendar Management and Swap Explained

Junk mail management, Bluetooth audio mysteries, calendar searching, portable speaker solutions and some page-in/page-out clarity are just a scant few of the issues discussed by your two favorite geeks today. That, plus some geek-fueled Cool Stuff Found rounds out the episode (next week is your turn, send 'em in!). Sponsor: […]
11/15/20150
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MGG 578: Like Darth Vader, He’s Altering The Deal

Making your new Apple TV work for you, Migrating iPhoto and Photos libraries, crashing Finders, Terminal tips and making sense of your swap space are the questions your two favorite geeks address and answer for you today. On top of that, some listener-submitted Cool Stuff Found rounds out the show! […]
11/8/20150
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MGG 577: Never Mind the Squirrel

Surviving Halloween yet again, your two favorite chocolate-fueled geeks set off on yet another episode of helping you solve your problems and learn new stuff! Deleting El Capitan's SystemMigration folder is covered, as is fixing its Wi-Fi. Mystery disk usage is solved, duplicate apps are crushed and Dave is finally […]
11/2/20150
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MGG 576: Swear By (Not At!) The Terminal

Is Photos showing you your phone when you don't want it to? How about when Photos doesn't show you your pictures? IMAP Mail giving you trouble? Mailboxes appearing underneath your inbox? It's these questions – and others like them from listeners like you – that John and Dave answer today, […]
10/25/20150
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MGG 575: There’s No Better Time For a Funky Monkey

Today your two favorite geeks share their own, personal Cool Stuff Found plus answer your questions about syncing contacts locally vs. iCloud, how to restore preview in Mission Control, software vs. hardware RAID, Nuking and paving your Fonts (without disrupting the rest of your system!) and much, much more! Sponsor: […]
10/18/20150
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MGG 574: For Wireless Networks, Time Is a Hero

Changing Finder view defaults, managing iOS 9 email accounts, RAID in El Capitan and much more are covered by your two favorite geeks today. Subscribe or simply press Play to enjoy! Sponsor: Carbon Copy Cloner has been helping you create bootable backups of your Mac since 2002. Now with SafetyNet, […]
10/12/20150
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MGG 573: I Yell At Sites That Use Flash

Clicking and Clacking is what your two Mac Geeks do when they're not answering questions. Or maybe that's how they answer your questions. Regardless, this is what they do and today is no different. Sharing your El Capitan and iOS 9 tips and questions, this week's episode is sure to inform and entertain! Sponsor: […]
10/4/20150
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MGG 572: Cool Stuff Found, El Capitan Tips, Networks & More

Cool Stuff Found returns for a segment, but that still leaves time to prep you for El Capitan's release this week. What are your geek's favorite features in the upcoming OS update? Listen to find out that and some tips for installing, too. Then it's on to your questions, including […]
9/27/20150
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MGG 571: Not #HotDebateGuy, Just Geeks Answering Your Questions

Getting a new iPhone? Your two favorite geeks talk about the best ways to go through and ensure your settings and apps make it over successfully. Getting hard drive errors? Listen to learn how to tell if they're serious or not. Want to sort out what to do with your […]
9/20/20150
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MGG 570: Dancing on the Edge of Feedback

Want help deciding which new router to buy? How about security on your network for those services you use remotely? Is it time to upgrade or replace your Mac? All these questions and more in today's Mac Geek Gab with your hosts, Dave Hamilton & John F. Braun! Sponsor: Gazelle […]
9/13/20150
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MGG 569: Geeks, To The Bridge (Mode)!

If a paralyzed face isn't going to stop your favorite geeks from podcasting, a wrist-splint certainly isn't going to pose any issues. Indeed, Dave and John are here again today to bring you all the answers to all your technical questions. If you have a question and need the answer, just […]
9/8/20150
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MGG 568: Running Your Mac Safe & Lean

Your questions answered! Topics today include running out of memory, auto-ejecting disks, managing iTunes and more! Dave Hamilton and John F. Braun take your questions and answer them in a way you can truly understand. Download, press play and enjoy! Sponsor: iMazing: iMazing is the ultimate iPhone manager, it lets […]
8/30/20150
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MGG 567: You, Too, Can Be a Computer Consultant

Backing up to multiple destinations, protecting your anti-reflective coating, Photos woes, Family Sharing and more are covered today. Consultants rejoice: this episode includes some stuff for you, too, including how best to protect yourself from getting sued! Sponsor: Go to Squarespace.com/mgg and click “enter an offer code” under the pricing […]
8/25/20150
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MGG 566: Mechanizing The Exorcism

Bluetooth tips and solutions, FileVault 2 usage strategies, shared iCloud Safari security concerns, Photos woes and AirDrop advice. All of this and more in this week's show! Sponsor: Lynda.com is the place to learn software, creative, and business skills from in-depth and easy-to-follow video tutorials taught by industry experts. And […]
8/16/20150
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MGG 565: Of Caps and Paste and Macs, Oh My!

Ready to give up on your Mac? Don't let it go quite so easily. There might be an option or a repair or an upgrade! Have a Drobo or a DiskStation (or want one)? Do you know what it takes to manage one of those devices? It's not difficult, and […]
8/9/20150
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MGG 564: Wave a Minty-Fresh Rubber Chicken Over It

Answering your questions and sharing your tips is top priority in this week's Mac Geek Gab episode. iCloud Photo Library, Mastered for iTunes, Sleepless Macs, Folder Syncing and much more are included. Download today and enjoy! Sponsor: Lynda.com is the place to learn software, creative, and business skills from in-depth and easy-to-follow […]
8/2/20150
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MGG 563: Troubleshooting is a Process … and So is Ranting About the Cloud

Today it's all about troubleshooting — and helping you do so. Plus your two favorite geeks teach you some things you didn't know your Mac could do! Download today to listen to John F. Braun and Dave Hamilton collect and share the Apple troubleshooting wisdom with you. Plus, Dave goes […]
7/26/20150
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MGG 562: Picking Your NAS & Trusting Your Gut

It's back to answering your questions this week, including focuses on Apple Music, sharing from within apps, deciphering network interfaces and which NAS to get. All this and more on this week's Mac Geek Gab! Sponsor: BBEdit: BBEdit is the leading professional-strength HTML and text editor for the Macintosh. A […]
7/19/20150
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MGG 561: Cool Stuff Found

Cool Stuff Found is on deck today, folks! Fast-paced runthrough of all the great stuff that both you and your two favorite geeks have found over the past couple of months. This edition features sections on the Terminal, the Apple Watch, Networking and some great external storage options, too!  Sponsor: […]
7/12/20150
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MGG 560: Apple OS Updates, Apple Music & Your Questions Answered

Apple released a slew of updates last week, and your two favorite geeks talk through all of them, answering your questions along the way. OS X 10.10.4, iOS 8.4, Apple Music, iTunes 12.2… you name it, John F. Braun and Dave Hamilton cover it. They even leave time for your […]
7/8/20150
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MGG 559: Connecting Networks Together, Photos on NAS & Upgrade Snapshots

A simple network is simple, but what happens when you need to do a little more? What are the potential pitfalls of storing Photos and iTunes libraries on your network drive? Want to make snapshots before you upgrade? All of this and more on today's Mac Geek Gab with Dave […]
6/29/20150
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MGG 558: Storage Woes & Disabling iCloud Photo Library

John and Dave are back from Midwest Mac BBQ and MacStock and have some stories to tell. Then, of course, it's off to answering your questions about living with less storage, iCloud Photo Library (and how to disable it!), how to find old iTunes purchases and more. Enjoy! Sponsor: BBEdit: […]
6/22/20150
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MGG 557: A Decade of Mac Geek Gab and Still Answering Your Questions

Back from WWDC, Dave and John talk through the geekier side of Apple's news and what it means to you. Then they open the mailbag and answer your questions about virtualization, long trash empties, running Automator workflows from email and much, much more! Sponsor: TunnelBear provides simple, private access to […]
6/14/20150
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MGG 556: Blowing Dust and Perma-Verbose Mode

Recording hours before the WWDC 2015 keynote, John and Dave answer your questions, as per usual! How do you detect and deal with duplicate files? What about a failing hard drive with some important data? What's the right – and wrong – way to clean dust out of your Mac? […]
6/7/20150
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MGG 555: Triple Nickles on the Geeks

An iPhone that won't play songs, an SSD that shows mismatched free space, Time Machine that won't backup to another Mac and AppleCare with a cracked iPad. All of this – and more – SOLVED on today's Mac Geek Gab. Sponsor: Lynda.com is the place to learn software, creative, and business […]
5/31/20150
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MGG 554: Sleepy Macs Sometimes Go To Work

Ever have IMAP mail get confused? Ever have your Mac slow to wake up? Ever have your Mac doing something (far too much, in fact) while it's sleeping? All this and more on today's MGG! Sponsor: Go to Squarespace.com/mgg and click “enter an offer code” under the pricing and put […]
5/24/20150
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MGG 553: Swiftly Solving Shrinking Storage

Finding what's using your free space, sorting out multi-monitor setups with Thunderbolt, long-term SSD reliability confusion and adding more USB ports to your Mac are just a few of the topics that Dave and John cover in this week's episode of Mac Geek Gab. Download, press play and enjoy! Sponsor: […]
5/19/20150
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MGG 552: The Mother(‘s Day Version) of All (Mac Geek Gab 2015) Podcast Episodes

Ever hear of needing to heat your computer just to get the CPU to fire up? How about wanting to disable one of the radios on your AirPort Extreme? Or what about batch changes to Photos in the new app? All this and more on this episode of Mac Geek […]
5/10/20150
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MGG 551: Syncing Happens More Ways Than One

It's spring, and that means more time outdoors for a lot of folks, which means we need Wi-Fi. Your geeks talk about various outdoor Wi-Fi solutions, including some long range stuff that won't break the bank! Other questions answered include iCloud Drive vs. Dropbox, iCloud Family Sharing, managing multiple Photos […]
5/3/20150
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MGG 550: Photos Isn’t Always Easy

You have questions about Apple's new Photos app and John and Dave have your answers. The answers are not always easy and not always exactly what you want, but your two favorite geeks will get you there as smoothly as possible. Also some fun (and geeky!) discussion of typing filenames […]
4/26/20150
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MGG 549: Cool Stuff Found

It's time for Cool Stuff Found. Your two favorite geeks do their level best to sift through everything they've found and everything you've submitted, pulling out their favorites and trying not to make you spend too much money (there's plenty of free stuff included in here, too!). You know how it goes… […]
4/19/20150
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MGG 548: One Geek On The Road

Dave's in Las Vegas for NMX/NAB this week, but he and John brave the hotel WiFi to get your Geek on. Terminal Tips are Threefold (or more) in this episode, made easy by your two favorite geeks. That plus some solutions for slow Safari issues and more. Download and enjoy! […]
4/12/20150
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MGG 547: Easter-Inspired Mind Candy

Ever wonder if there's actions you can perform in the Spotlight window? There are! Browser ever slow? Ever wondered how to decipher OS X crash reports? Ever have trouble opening up System Preferences? All of these things and more are discussed in today's Mac Geek Gab. Don't miss it! Sponsor: […]
4/6/20150
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MGG 546: Calendars, Flaky Connections and NAS Backups

TAMED this week: flaky internet connections, disappearing sent mail, recurring installer relaunches and keyboard shortcuts who refuse to sync. Your geeks just won't let these things stand, and neither should you. In addition they share some tips from listeners about making the Finder show you just what you want and […]
3/29/20150
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MGG 545: Ghosts In The Mac

Has your Mac ever suddenly developed a problem that you're swear you didn't create? Maybe it has a ghost. Or is it time for Dave's “Gremlin Story” from his consulting days? Download today to find out! In addition, your geeks also chat through using an SD Card for ongoing data […]
3/22/20150
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MGG 544: Backup To The Future

Your geeks return on yet another sunny-in-New England Monday to deliver the most chipper of pre-Spring-beginning Mac Geek Gab episodes possible. iOS Hotspot security concerns, slowing backups, 5GHz WiFi channel advice and much more are discussed. Download today and enjoy! Sponsor: Lynda.com is the place to learn software, creative, and business […]
3/16/20150
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MGG 543: You Learn Something New Every Day

It's been a crazy week, and the Apple event just adds to the mayhem. But no worries, your two favorite geeks are here to answer all your tech questions and solve all your tech problems. They'll try with your non-tech questions, too, but maybe that's a whole different podcast altogether. […]
3/9/20150
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MGG 542: Stick This In Your Drive & Partition It

Dave's back from Florida, John's back is feeling fine, and your two favorite geeks answer questions and discuss all sorts of topics that YOU want to hear about. Backups, restoration, nefarious installers and more. Sponsor: Meet the PDFpen family: powerful PDF tools for Mac and iOS. Edit, sign, scan, and […]
3/2/20150
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MGG 541: Two Geeks Joined by Chris Breen

Christopher Breen, happily unemployed, joins John and Dave today to do his darndest to help your two favorite geeks solve the world's problems (by way of answering your Mac and iOS-related questions). Yes, they get geeky, and they also reminisce in the way that only these three long-time geeks (and […]
2/20/20150
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MGG 540: A Blizzard Between Two Geeks

Yet another New England snowstorm, and yet another Mac Geek Gab. John and Dave brave the snow (though most of it fell between them) to bring you answers to all your geeky questions. Wanna know why the Finder is showing up in every space? Want to know why drives don't appear in […]
2/15/20150
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MGG 539: Cool Stuff Found

It's Cool Stuff Found! Yes, it's true, Dave and John bring you another action-packed Cool Stuff Found podcast full of, well, all the cool tips, tricks, gadgets and apps that you and they have come across or suggested recently. There's too much to list here, so just join the show, […]
2/8/20150
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MGG 538: Pre-Game With The Geeks

Your two favorite geeks celebrate this day where they get to do one of their favorite things: geek out about all this Mac, Apple and Tech! There might be something else happening afterwards, but to start this day, Dave and John answer some of the most important questions of the […]
2/1/20150
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MGG 537: The Moral to the Story is Never Fun

Thunderbolt booting, repair pricing/strategies, unreliable Apple TV connections, Skype microphone recommendations and monitors that make your Mac crash. All of this and more in this week's episode of Mac Geek Gab. Have a question or tip of your own? Send it in and your two favorite geeks will cover it! […]
1/25/20150
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MGG 536: Tangentially Speaking, It’s All Relevant

John and Dave are here to help. First it's Rob with his over-coffeed MacBook Air (hold the sad trombones!), then Kaz with screen capture advice, helping Wilko avoid data duplication backing up items in OS X's sandbox, and Andy adding an SSD to a 2011 iMac that never had one. […]
1/19/20150
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MGG 535: Trash Talking Geeks

Dave's back from CES and he & John have an overflowing mailbag to get through. System layout, Mail, SSDs and more are discussed. Download and enjoy! Sponsor: Lynda.com is the place to learn software, creative, and business skills from in-depth and easy-to-follow video tutorials taught by industry experts. And get a […]
1/12/20150
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MGG 534: New Year, New Questions, Same Geeks

It's the same week but it's a new year and your two favorite geeks are at it again. Topics in this week's show include changing window size defaults, managing plain text documents (important for passwords!), RF interference with hard drive enclosures, advanced IMAP settings for Mail, managing large Dropboxes and […]
1/2/20150
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MGG 533: Schrödinger’s Boson

For this last show of the year Dave and John talk about Dave's iMac repair (it was the graphics card, but took a lot to get there, and Dave benefitted nicely!), then a tip for scanning WiFi networks on your standard (non-jailbroken) iPhone, how to create iTunes Extras, Aperture to […]
12/30/20140
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MGG 532: Blowin’ Up The Spammers!

Yep, another one of Dave's iMacs is having boot problems. It's mayhem! That's OK, he and John talk through possible resolution and also when not to assume you know the answer (hint: always!). Then it's on to maintaining your iTunes accounts, finding (and removing) any adware, and an unpublished solution to Yosemite's […]
12/22/20140
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MGG 531: Dual Networks, Wi-Fi Jitters, Boot Failures & More

Boot failures abound, system fonts go FUBAR, and Wi-Fi has the jitters. Never fear, John and Dave are here to help and talk through all this and more. Join your two favorite geeks for this special, Monday edition of Mac Geek Gab. Sponsor: Lynda.com is the place to learn software, creative, […]
12/15/20140
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MGG 530: Chasing Those Pesky Incrementing Hostnames

Eliminating Yosemite's Incrementing computer names, the real skinny on Yosemite and third-party SSDs, which codecs to use for creating your own streamable movies, advice on clean-installing and much, much more keep your geeks busy throughout this week's Mac Geek Gab episode. Download, press play and enjoy! Sponsor: Smile just released […]
12/7/20140
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MGG 529: Baby, It’s Cool Stuff Found Outside

Dave's fresh off of a cruise ship (RC's Oasis of the Seas) and he and John have a pile of Cool Stuff Found for you today. Let's see how much your two favorite geeks can rock this boat! Sponsor: Lynda.com is the place to learn software, creative, and business skills from […]
11/30/20140
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MGG 528: Everything’s Broken (and Your Geeks Fix It)

Third party DNS risks, Yosemite email issues, Comcast's hotspot concerns and managing large Dropboxes on systems with smaller SSDs are just the tip of this week's Mac Geek Gab iceberg. Download, press play, and enjoy! Sponsor: BBEdit: BBEdit is the leading professional-strength HTML and text editor for the Macintosh. A […]
11/16/20140
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MGG 527: It’s Hard to be Offensive When You’re a Geek

Dave's back from MacTech, the studio iMac has a new power supply, and he and John are rocking and rolling at full strength! Topics covered include learning how to manually upload to iCloud Photo Library, cleaning up your SMTP Servers in Mail, sorting out where all those “remembered” wireless networks […]
11/9/20140
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MGG 526: Neutrons Have Their Own Dance

Yosemite is a new OS, and with that comes oddities. Thankfully your two favorite geeks are here to help. Mail issues are plaguing many listeners and John F. Braun and Dave Hamilton talk you through how to keep things running as clean as possible, even cleaning up Mail behind the […]
11/2/20140
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MGG 525: Wi-Fi Isn’t Always Friendly … Or Consistent

Yet another crazy week for Apple users. Apple Pay launched, iOS 8.1 was released, all kinds of new stuff came out. John and Dave talk through all of this as well as answering your questions about managing text, restoring documents to the FInder, seeing details about Time Machine and more. […]
10/26/20140
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MGG 524: Cool Stuff Found & Yosemite Notes

John and Dave have been attending all sorts of press events lately, collecting and researching for Cool Stuff Found. That combined with everything sent in by you and fellow listeners makes for a pretty fun list! Plus, Yosemite went live this week and your geeks are here to get you […]
10/19/20140
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MGG 523: Three Mikes and Two Geeks On Mics

Network issues nipped the tail end of last week's show, but your geeks made it through regardless. This week John and Dave go through running iPhoto from a flash drive, sharing a clipboard between iOS and OS X, Wi-Fi Calling with your new iPhone, Updating expired podcasts and resolving a […]
10/12/20140
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MGG 522: Sometimes Networks Just Fail

John and Dave start by helping answer your questions about iOS 8 Cookies, Bubbbles, Newsttand and Stocks. Then it's on to answering your questions about using your Mac to translate audio into text, migrating your Mac to a new drive and handling Apple's Customer Relations department. All this and more […]
10/6/20140
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MGG 521: Crash Reports (and Hovercrafts) are Full of Eels

Dave's got both an iPhone 6 and an iPhone 6 Plus, so he and John discuss that, but then it moves quickly on to your questions. Topics include: iOS 8 Family Sharing, syncing photos without PhotoStream, granting read-only access to files on your Mac, how to interpret crash reports, a […]
9/28/20140
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MGG 520: Wrapping Up Tech Week With iOS 8 & More

It's been iPhone week. It's been server migration week. It's been tech week (in more ways than one!), and your two geeks are here, ready to roll and with a very special guest, no less! FIrst they'll talk through some of their favorite iOS 8 tips and tricks. Then it's […]
9/21/20140
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MGG 519: Aspect Ratios Are Fun & AT&T Next is Probably Better For You

Dave's fresh back from Cupertino (and fresh from ordering a new iPhone), and he and John talk through the events of the week plus answer your questions. Want to know the size delta for watching movies on the iPhone 6 Plus vs. an iPad mini? Dave did some crazy Pythagorean-theorum-based […]
9/14/20140
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MGG 518: Larrys Have Problems (That Geeks Can Solve)

iCloud Notifications, Burning CD tracks, securing network devices, backing up your NAS and much, much more. All of this in today's Mac Geek Gab episode featuring Dave Hamilton and John F. Braun, your two favorite geeks! Download today and enjoy. Sponsor: Harry's provides guys a great shaving experience for a […]
9/7/20140
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MGG 517: Random Access Gab

Two geeks. Your question. Answers. Tips. How can you go wrong? You can't, unless you don't listen! Wanna learn the best way to swap an SSD in – and when it's not necessary? Want to learn how to backup your massive iMovie library? Having battery woes? Lightning connector not working […]
9/2/20140
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MGG 516: Cracklin’ Rosie Isn’t Just a Song

Well if you're not listening to this show, it's because you're busy reading this text, isn't it? And if that's the case, it's time to stop reading and start listening! Your geeks share tips and answer questions about backing up to a NAS (including a very clever workaround to make it go […]
8/24/20140
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MGG 515: Geeks Out of Their Brains on the 515

Ready to rock, your two geeks are on the question train this week, answering yours and posing some of their own to each other. Topics include how to lay out data on your SSD upgrade, batch changing photo info, troubleshooting a sluggish iPhone, AT&T/U-Verse Residential Gateway woes and much, much […]
8/18/20140
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MGG 514: IPv6 Fun & Defining Cruft!

Your two geeks spent time digging into IPv6 this week — in two different ways — so they could tell you everything they've learned. IPv6 is something that we'll all have to deal with eventually, and your two geeks are starting down that path themselves, both now running it on […]
8/11/20140
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MGG 513: Lucky Number (Five-)Thirteen with Cool Stuff Found

Dave's back from his Phishing Expedition and he and John jump right into Cool Stuff Found. More docking solutions, more mailbox solutions, Control Center for your Mac and lots more. Download, press play and enjoy! Sponsor: PDFpen for iPad from Smile: Don't wait to get back to the office to edit your important PDFs! […]
8/3/20140
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MGG 512: Two Zero Zero Hexes Your Favorite Geeks

Celebrating their 200th show (in hexadecimal, anyway!), your two favorite geeks dig deep this week to help solve issues regarding remote management, slow networks, the Finder and much more. That, and listen in as both John and Dave get hexed! Download today, press play, and enjoy! Sponsor: Go to Squarespace.com/mgg and click “enter an […]
7/24/20140
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MGG 511: Geeky Tangents Are Good!

Searching Gmail from the iOS Mail app usually fails, and the guys tackle that for you. Did you know that Keynote files often store extra stuff you don't need? Listen and learn how to get rid of that. Then it's on to a discussion about guest networks on your AirPort […]
7/20/20140
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MGG 510: Talking To Your Technology While You Travel

It's summertime (in the Northern Hemisphere, anyway) and that means lots of travel. It also means some really interesting travel-related technology problems to solve. Listen to John and Dave as they did into solving issues with streaming movies from your house to your favorite travel destination… or to a mobile destination if […]
7/13/20140
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MGG 509: WiFi Answers with Wi-Fi Guru Alf Watt of iStumbler

Alf Watt, developer of iStumbler and also formerly of Apple's Wi-Fi group, joins John and Dave today to answer all of your (and their!) Wi-Fi concerns. Join these three geeks to absorb all the Wi-Fi knowledge you can. Download, press play and enjoy! Sponsor: Meet the PDFpen family: powerful PDF […]
7/8/20140
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MGG 508: Lightning Cable Longevity, Gmail Replacements & More

Dave's considering leaving Gmail and he and John discuss options. They also talk about Lightning cable longevity and what to do to protect yours (hint: have extras when you travel!). Then it's on to answering your questions and sharing your tips. Topics include enabling FileVault on all your drives, changing […]
6/30/20140
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MGG 507: Blow It Out To Cool It Off

Got dust? You've probably got heat, too. Your favorite geeks – and fellow listeners – have your advice for you. How about managing a NAS drive and keeping your data in the right place? What about the disks themselves? How about some general tips for running about in the Terminal? […]
6/22/20140
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MGG 506: Nine Years, Two Geeks and Hundreds Of Thousands of Listeners

This past Friday marks 9 years of Mac Geek Gab, and your two favorite geeks are at it and stronger than ever. Download and/or press “Play” on today's show to hear some great listener-submitted tips about managing Finder settings, installing Yosemite beta, podcast management and more. Then your geeks answer […]
6/16/20140
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MGG 505: WWDC Dissected – What it Means For Users

You've heard about the WWDC keynote, but you haven't heard a deep dive from the sessions yet. This year Apple loosened up the NDA such that attendees to the sessions can talk a little bit more detail than they could in the past. Dave was at most of those sessions, […]
6/9/20140
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MGG 504: Cool Stuff Found on Friday!

Giftttdy, Desktopper, Sips, Packet Peeper, HWMonitors, Threema. What do they have in common? Well, they're all Cool Stuff Found, of course, and your two favorite geeks talk through these and a lot more! Download, press play, and enjoy! Sponsor: PDFpen for iPad from Smile: Don't wait to get back to the office to […]
5/30/20140
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MGG 503: Don’t Panic … and Don’t Get Caught!

John and Dave wrap up the weekend by first talking about another great upgrade you can add to your few-year-old Mac: a Thunderbolt Dock. Your two favorite geeks have reviewed a few options available and will talk through them for you. Then it's on to your questions. Having podcast management […]
5/25/20140
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MGG 502: Teri, Terry, Larry & More!

Dave and John come out of the weekend with a great show for you today to kick off your week. Some quick follow-ups to clarify a few lingering SSD questions and then it's off to the races answering your questions and solving your problems. If you've been using iTunes for a few […]
5/19/20140
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MGG 501: Peeling Back The Onion In Many Ways

John and Dave have recovered from the 500th celebration and it's time to get back to work! Answering your questions as well as sharing the geeky path they took to ensure a new Tor browser for iOS was doing what it's supposed to do, your two favorite geeks leave no […]
5/12/20140
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MGG 500: Geeks and Listeners Celebrate The Last Nine Years

John, Dave and Pilot Pete come together with several long-time Mac Geek Gab listeners – yes, you! – to discuss what's changed since MGG started, both in terms of the general trends but also how podcasts have impacted and influenced now only your three favorite geeks, but your fellow listeners, […]
5/4/20140
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MGG 499: Bidding Farewell to the Four Hundreds

Dave and John, as promised, follow-up today on their SSD upgrade discussion, going through the issues and questions you've had since they introduced the topic a few weeks back. Answers and wisdom include the best data migration path, whether (and how) to enable TRIM support, SATA II vs. SATA II, […]
4/28/20140
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MGG 498: Encryption for Everyone, Choosing Wi-Fi Channels & More

John and Dave kick off the week with a Monday show (after kicking back all weekend) and start with what they do best: answering your questions and sharing your tips. Today they dig into which encryption makes sense for you, some tips on copying/pasting and learning about your Mac; wrangling […]
4/21/20140
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MGG 497: How To Be a Consultant & Cool Stuff Found

John and Dave kick off this Sunday's show with a discussion about upgrading your older Macs with SSDs, the first in a series about the topic. Then it's onto sharing advice from your two favorite geeks and your fellow listeners about being a computer consultant in today's world, helping other folks with […]
4/13/20140
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MGG 496: Beware When Sharing the Bus

John and Dave are back from Macworld with lots of things to report on for you. And, of course, they have your questions to answer, as those piled up while they were away, too. Your two favorite geeks are busy this week, and you've got a front row seat. Download, press play, […]
4/6/20140
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MGG 495: Three Geeks Caught on The Show Floor of Macworld/iWorld

Dave and John … and Pilot Pete … appear live in public together for the first time to record Mac Geek Gab 495 on stage at Macworld/iWorld 2014. They play a little “Stump the Geeks” with the crowd, they go through some of their favorite Cool Stuff Found from the show […]
3/29/20140
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MGG 494: Webcam Tweaks, iTunes Clean-up, Using Mics with iOS & More!

John and Dave come to you on Friday this week, just to get ahead of their Macworld/iWorld travels for next week. This show sees your favorite geeks answering questions about optimizing your webcam, fixing iTunes messes, plugging a mic into an iPad, and more! Download today (it's free!) and enjoy. Sponsor: Lynda.com is […]
3/21/20140
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MGG 493: Finder Tips, Display Tips, Syncing Solutions & More!

Dave and John blast off on Sunday morning with a few quick tips and answers, including changing the Finder's default search (to what it should be), setting your Mac's default display, correcting drifting time, and more. Then It's a few questions about automating iTunes and dealing with overlapping WiFi channels. Good, geeky […]
3/16/20140
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MGG 492: Sunday Morning Sleep-Deprived Geek Jam

John and Dave started their Sunday morning recording this show for you. When do you listen? Anytime you like, that's when! In fact, come and post in the comments here and tell us when you listen. Inquiring minds want to know! Sponsor: Gazelle is the fast and easy way to […]
3/9/20140
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MGG 491: Don’t Forget to Purge

Dave and John wrangle your messages out of their overflowing mailbag to bring you this, today's show. Topics include some creative ways to purge messages, some creative (and hidden!) ways to purge RAM, skipping mounting your external volumes at login … and more! Sponsor: TextExpander: The customizable typing shortcut utility […]
3/2/20140
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MGG 490: 5GHz Isn’t Always Faster … But It Usually Is

John and Dave come off the heels of a Cool Stuff Found show (and an interview show!) to get back to answering your questions. First, though, are the results of a bit of testing John and Dave did where they learned some interesting things about the way 5GHz networks perform […]
2/23/20140
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MGG 489: Getting Geeky with Paul Kent about Macworld / iWorld 2014

Your two geeks are joined by long-time Mac Geek Gab friend, Paul Kent, to talk all about the upcoming Macworld / iWorld 2014 show. Learn how the conference will focus on – and teach you about – the future of technology, iBeacons, Passbook, Bitcoins and, of course, all things Apple […]
2/19/20140
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MGG 488: Cool Stuff Found

Yes, folks, it's time. We know these episodes get expensive, so we do our best to include Cool Stuff at all price levels, including free. Subscribe, press play, and enjoy. This one's a fast ride! Sponsor: BBEdit: BBEdit is the leading professional-strength HTML and text editor for the Macintosh. A text power […]
2/17/20140
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MGG 487: A Day In The Life of Two Mac Geeks

Dave and John have quite the show teed up for you today. First, lightning season is almost here and it's important to think about your surge supression infrastructure. Your geeks talk about that. Then a few questions and tips about network management before your geeks start giving new Mac buying advice. […]
2/9/20140
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MGG 486: Touch Download And Enjoy This Super Bowl O’ Great Mac Tips

John and Dave kickoff your Sunday morning with all the power of a Super Bowl full of Wheaties! Want to mix Time Machine backups with other data on the same drive? They've got you covered. Want to get a real alert when your battery dies? Just press play and your […]
2/2/20140
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MGG 485: Jim Tanous Talks Movie Ripping and Management

John and Dave are joined by TekRevue's Jim Tanous (aka MGGJim here at TMO). Jim's been managing his movie library digitally for years, and he talks through his workflow for ripping, storing, and playing back all this data; all while keeping it freed from any ecosystem lock-in (and future-proofing and […]
1/27/20140
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MGG 484: Mavericks Gets a Bad Rap … For a Reason

John and Dave dig into the mailbag once again for you, dear listener, and answer your questions. Didn't get your question answered? It's because you didn't ask. Your geeks don't bite… just send in a question and they'll take care of you! Sponsor: BBEdit: BBEdit is the leading professional-strength HTML and text editor […]
1/19/20140
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MGG 483: Sometimes Your Mac Lies to You

Dave's back from CES and he and John have all that to discuss as well as a full mailbag. Want to know about USB ports not being the same? Want to learn more about speeding up Safari? How about an automation tip for iOS that uses Hazel? The common theme? Sometimes your […]
1/13/20140
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MGG 482: A Herculean Effort by Your Two Favorite Geeks

John and Dave kick off the new year a little early, just before Dave braves the snow and heads to the airport to (hopefully) fly out to Vegas for NMX and CES. Today your geeks do what they do best, answering your questions and solving your problems. Have a question? […]
1/3/20140
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MGG 481: One Last One and The Year is … Finished!

John and Dave get together one last time for 2013, answering your questions and solving your problems, but also talking through a bit of the highlights from 2013 and what they're both looking for in 2014. Download, press play, and enjoy! Note: Shownotes are complete! Stuff mentioned: Windows XP SP3 […]
12/29/20130
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MGG 480: When In Doubt, Roll Back!

It might be the holidays, but John and Dave are still at it, answering your questions and sharing all the juicy tips and apps and products they've found for you. This week you'll hear your two favorite geeks talk about solving problems like, “how to launch apps from unidentified developers?” […]
12/23/20130
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MGG 479: iCloud Syncing, Mail Solutions & Dave Tried a Kindle Fire HDX

Dave and John coninue their holiday-fueled fervor, recommending as many cool things as they can while simultaneously (in harmony) answering your questions! And this week Dave talks about his previous week using a non-Apple tablet! Sponsor: BBEdit: BBEdit is the leading professional-strength HTML and text editor for the Macintosh. A […]
12/15/20130
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MGG 478: Cool Stuff Found AND Your Questions Answered

This weekend the show is split right down the middle: Cool Stuff Found on one side and Your Questions Answered on the other. Download today, press play, and enjoy! Sponsor: Gazelle is the fast and easy way to get cash for your used iPhone, iPad, and more.  Sell your used […]
12/9/20130
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MGG 477: Because It Was Time For a Wi-Fi Episode

What exactly syncs to my iCloud Keychain? How do I secure my Wi-Fi Network? How do I increase my Wi-Fi signal strength? Which wireless router should I get? Have you ever asked any of these questions? Even if you haven't, do you want to know the answers? Download today and listen as […]
12/1/20130
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MGG 476: Apple Syncs More to iCloud Than You Might Think

Your two favorite geeks. Talking to you. For an hour. Or more. About your favorite tech. What is there not to love about that? Join John and Dave today. It's free! Just press play … if you dare! Sponsor: Go to Squarespace.com/mgg and click “enter an offer code” under the pricing and put […]
11/24/20130
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MGG 475: Geek Challenges, Applr App Discovery and More!

Today John and Dave are joined by special guest, Michael Johnston, of Applr and We Have Communicators fame! Michael comes on the show to talk about Applr, but also joins the geeks for their whole discussion. In addition to Applr, your two (three?) favorite geeks go through some geek challenges, […]
11/18/20130
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MGG 474: Tech, Travel and Shopping Tips, Limiting Your Data Usage & More

Dave and John sync up today, first talking about some cool things your two favorite geeks have been using, enhancing your traveling and shopping life – two important things this time of year! Then it's on to your questions with topics including Mavericks and Flash, iPhone battery usage, hard drives that […]
11/11/20130
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MGG 473: What’s Using the Cellular Data on my iPhone? And More!

John and Dave kick off their Daylight Saving Time shoes and go Standard today. But there's nothing Standard about this episode (unless you count killer tips and excellent answers as standard … WHICH WE DO). Dave and John talk through several interesting tweaks with Mavericks, including getting your windows to […]
11/4/20130
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MGG 472: Mavericks, Gmail, Activity Monitor, Ethernet and Offline Google Maps

Dave and John wrap up this crazy week by digging into Mavericks, helping you understand why you should (or shouldn't) install it, and what to do after you have it up and running. There's also the normal set of questions, too, with subjects including fixing your muted sound, saving Google […]
10/27/20130
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MGG 471: Managing Digital Audio From Your Mac & More!

Your questions answered, that's what John F. Braun and Dave Hamilton are up to during today's episode of Mac Geek Gab. As always, you've filled the mailbags and, as always, your dutiful hosts have gone through each and every piece of mail, pulling out the very best for today's show. […]
10/20/20130
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MGG 470: Cool Stuff Found

Dave and John dig in to Cool Stuff Found this morning… and boy is there a lot to go through! Follow your two favorite geeks as they share their and your Cool Stuff Found! Download today for free and enjoy! Sponsor: Gazelle is the fast and easy way to get cash […]
10/14/20130
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MGG 469: Get Your Own Email Domain, Save a Headache

For this week's episode, John and Dave are here again to answer your questions and share their tips. Some key topics covered include solving a pesky MacBook Pro lockup, configuring your own (free!) VPN server, some tips for Touch ID users and configuring your own email domain so you'll never […]
10/6/20130
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MGG 468: Too Much Information Can Be a Good Thing

Dave and John come out swinging today, hacking away at your problems, solving your dilemmas, sharing your groovy ideas, and ensuring that everyone is not only informed, but enlightened and entertained! Topics range from fixing crackly speakers to tidying up your menu bar to finding backups that disappeared. All of this […]
9/29/20130
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MGG 467: iOS 7 Tips, iTunes 11.1 Podcast Help, & More!

John and Dave are back at it, this time with not only answers to your questions, but a quick primer on iOS 7 for those of you that have updated or are just about to do so. Topics this week include managing your sharing settings so you know what data […]
9/22/20130
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MGG 466: Water Is Best Kept In a Bottle

John and Dave kick off this Sunday morning helping a few of you with some Contacts-related anomalies. Then it's right into tips, including some killer Cool Stuff Found that you won't want to miss! After that some wrap-up, including a problem nearly all of us trackpad owners have had (or will have) […]
9/15/20130
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MGG 465: Apple Bakes Sleeper Features Into New iPhones

John and Dave come to you on Tuesday for a special MGG this week. Discussing today's Apple Event and answering your questions, this show is bound to please and inform! In addition to all of today's Apple goodness, John and Dave answer your questions about how to stop iPhoto and PhotoStream […]
9/11/20130
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MGG 464: When Pressing Play Just Isn’t Enough

Dave & John cruise right out of the Labor Day weekend and into your podcast stream with this week's episode of Mac Geek Gab. Topics are decided by you, and this week your questions (and their answers!) included how to create your own personal cloud on your Mac, pesky web page […]
9/3/20130
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MGG 463: Securing Your Email (and Other Family Fun!)

John and Dave kick off the week with … yup, you guessed it! More answers to your questions. Lots of tips included this week, too, and that's just the way you like it. One popular topic your two favorite geeks have been asked about a lot lately is email security. […]
8/26/20130
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MGG 462: It’s The Little Things That Count (with SSDs)

Dave and John come to you on this Wednesday afternoon to answer all your questions. Topics covered today include nuking and paving your way to Mavericks, whether or not an SSD is right for you, solving Mac App Store failed downloads, and the differences between Telephoto, Wide angle, and Zoom. All […]
8/21/20130
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MGG 461: Don’t Bogart My Data

John and Dave answer your questions and share your tips. Topics this week run all over the map, including rebuilding your iTunes library, iPhone storage mangagement (i.e. what does that pesky “Other” category contain!), auto-deleting email and much more. Download today, press play, and start downt he path to technological enlightement! […]
8/11/20130
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MGG 460: Drive By Tips

Dave and John are back from their vacation week off, and boy howdy do they have a show for you! Your questions are answered, of course, and there are some great topics, including tips for copying large files in the Finder, how to make iTunes behave and honor changes you made […]
8/4/20130
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MGG 459: We’re All Still Enjoying The Ride

John and Dave kick off the week (and end the weekend) by digging into the mailbag and answering your questions. Topics covered include speeding up your workflow using Starred documents in Google Drive, finding your iOS device's UDID no matter what the circumstance, should you upgrade from Snow Leopard (and […]
7/21/20130
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MGG 458: You Can’t Handle The Bandwidth!

On the heels of the last Cool Stuff Found espidode, John and Dave have a backlog of your questions to answer… and answer they do! Answers include which chargers to use with which iOS devices, how to let your friends track you selectively, and a frank discussion about the best options for […]
7/14/20130
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MGG 457: Cool Stuff Found on a Sunday Morning

Dave's back from vacation (just barely!) and he and John dig in DEEP with a show packed full of Cool Stuff Found. Hang on tight, it's always a fast ride through all the great stuff that John, Dave, and you, the listening audience, have found! Sponsor: TextExpander saves time and […]
7/7/20130
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MGG 456: Action-Packed and Chock-Full-o-Tips

Sneaking in time for a show before Dave leaves on vacation, he and John push out a show absolutely packed with great tips, answers, and info! Download today, press play, and enjoy. Why not? It's free! Note: Shownotes are complete! Stuff mentioned: Holiday Gift Guide 2013 (1:44) Pepcom Digital Experience! (1:49) […]
6/30/20130
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MGG 455: Hey NSA, Can John Have His Packets Back?

John and Dave get their Sunday morning by getting you your Mac Geek Gab! Topics this week include securing your Internet activity when you want to remain private, creating vacation/away messages with Mail, Dave talks about the new AMP Gain and much, much more. Download today – it's free! – and […]
6/23/20130
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MGG 454: Power Interruptus

Dave's back from WWDC and he and John have a lot of your questions to answer! Discussion includes sending and receiving SMS messages from your Mac, restoring settings for ONE iOS app at a time, creating your own secure, off-site backups, and more. Plus some follow-up discussion about running “flat” […]
6/17/20130
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MGG 453: WWDC, TiVo, Mixed-Spectrum SSIDs

Dave's at WWDC, but the bandwidth gods blessed he and John for a cross-country Mac Geek Gab. They talked through some of the geekier aspects of the WWDC announcement, answered a few questions, and shared the answer to a long-standing question: Should 2.4GHz and 5GHz have different SSIDs? Listen now and […]
6/12/20130
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MGG 452: Charged and Dry

Dave and John bring a special guest into the studio today to talk about waterproof iPhone cases — a perfect topic as you plan your water-centric summer getaways! Along with that, of course, it's questions and tips from and for you, dear listener. Why not join your two favorite geeks for […]
6/3/20130
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MGG 451: The One That Became Mostly About Mail

Dave and John finish up the Memorial Day weekend (here in the USA, anyway) in the best way they can imagine: partying with their fellow geeks and recording Mac Geek Gab. Indeed, this episode delivers, too, answering your questions and sharing your tips, of course, but also asks the question […]
5/27/20130
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MGG 450: Don’t Play Ding Dong Ditch on an Airplane

As you have come to expect from your two favorite geeks, this show brought to you with real-time logistics: Dave flew in just in time to make the recording of the show, coordinating with John and prepping the agenda from the car while Dave's wife drove him straight to the studio. […]
5/21/20130
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MGG 449: Finding iCloud, Creating Workflows, and More!

Here's John and Dave, on a warm, Sunday evening, doing what they love to do: answering your questions, sharing their tips, and gabbing with you about all things Mac, Apple, and otherwise fun. Join them, would you? It's free! Just download, press play, and enjoy! Sponsor: Gazelle is the fast […]
5/13/20130
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MGG 448: Geeko de Mayo

Join your two favorite geeks for this festival of questions, answers, tips and tricks! And the best part is… it happens every week! You don't need to wait a year for this party to get started each time! This week your geeks answer questions about network switches, securely storing data […]
5/5/20130
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MGG 447: Cool Stuff Found

Dave and John looked at the mailbag, and you're either going to love or hate what they found: so much Cool Stuff that they just couldn't not do a Cool Stuff Found episode this week. Yes, we know you say they're expensive to listen to, but don't worry: your two favorite […]
4/28/20130
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MGG 446: Don’t RAID My Storage (or do!)

John and Dave kick off this Saturday edition of Mac Geek Gab answering your questions and solving your problems. Topics this week include removing Mail attachments, converting your AACs to MP3 for your car, differences in maintenance utilities, migrating from POP to IMAP, and more. Download, listen, and enjoy. Why […]
4/20/20130
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MGG 445: Beware the Mobile Documents Folder

Dave and John are back, as usual, for this Sunday evening show, helping you answer your pesky Mac and iOS questions as well as using their own experiences to teach valuable lessons. This week Dave spent far too much time troubleshooting a crashing iPod. He even got it replaced and it […]
4/15/20130
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MGG 444: Diagnostic Mode Can Be Fun

John and Dave answer your questions about PhotoStrem, Cable Modems, iMessage and more. Dave dug deep into Apple's Two-Factor authentication and shares some surprising revelations about that, too. All this and more for free! Download today and enjoy. Sponsor: PDFpen from Smile: Effortlessly edit your PDFs. Add text, images and […]
4/7/20130
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MGG 443: Don’t Jack Up my Backup!

Join Dave and John on this world-famous podcast recorded on the world-famous Backup Day to hear not only about backups but about LOTS of things, including answering your questions and sharing tips with you to make your life with your Mac and iOS devices better and better. Have a question […]
3/31/20130
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MGG 442: Cool Stuff Found and More

Dave and John (or is that John and Dave?) come at you with a list of all-new Cool Stuff Found on this Sunday morning show. Yes, they know these CSF shows are expensive to listen to, but we know you love it anyway! Find out all the stuff that John, […]
3/24/20130
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MGG 441: … But No Ringo!

Dave and John once again dig deep into the mailbag for you, answering all your questions. This week includes questions from many listeners, all asking about a variety of topics. Learn how to free up inactive RAM, analyze your Mac's crash reports, whether or not you should run as admin […]
3/19/20130
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MGG 440: Time Keeps On Slipping Into The Future

Dave, John, and Pilot Pete come together on this Sunday afternoon to chat about wrangling in Notification Center, managing (and deleting!) “recent recipients” in iOS mail, understanding Java versions, managing the Launchpad and much, much more! Sponsor: Transporter is an off-cloud social storage drive for sharing, accessing and backing up your […]
3/10/20130
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MGG 439: I Defragged My Mac (and I Liked It)

Dave and John are back at it again, this time in addition to answering your questions they share some of their own experiences, too. For the first time in a long time Dave defragmented one of his hard drives, so he talks about that experience and how he did it. […]
3/4/20130
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MGG 438: To Cloud or Not To Cloud

Dave and John kick off this week's show with yet more geekery from your two favorite (and coldest!) geeks. Send in your own questions to get 'em answered, or just listen in while John and Dave answer other listeners' questions in a way that teaches you something about your Mac […]
2/24/20130
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MGG 437: A Momentary Lapse of Power

Dave and John are back in action for you, as always, delivering you their entertaining form of tips, tricks, and answers to your Mac and iOS questions. Have a question of your own? Email the guys — they answer questions from all over the map. Don't yet have a question, […]
2/18/20130
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MGG 436: Snowbound and Still Geeking For You

John and Dave are back from Macworld/iWorld Expo and they have a full show for you! They discuss USB speeds and when they matter, whether or not it's time to replace that cable modem of yours, removing backups from your Time Capsule and much, much more. Download today (it's free!), […]
2/10/20130
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MGG 435: Live from Macworld/iWorld 2013

Dave and John were out in San Francisco last week and recorded a Mac Geek Gab live from the Macworld/iWorld show floor. They took questions from listeners in a “Stump The Geek” style, and also shared some of the Cool Stuff Found at the Expo. There was unfortunately something wrong […]
2/4/20130
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MGG 434: The Calm Before The Storm

Dave and John have a full line-up tonight … of your questions, tips, hints and Cool Stuff Found. Highlights include managing a large iPhoto library, buying the right router, and a quick iOS tip to get to your drafts folder. All this and more, right here for you. Download today, […]
1/28/20130
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MGG 433: That Plus 5 Spells G-E-E-K

Dave and John have yet another great show for you, including a first in Mac Geek Gab history. Paul Kent joins your two favorite geeks mid-stream to talk Macworld/iWorld Expo and more. That PLUS all your questions answered and tips shared. How could you not love this? Download, press play, […]
1/21/20130
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MGG 432: Tips and Answers for You!

Dave is back from CES and he and John dig in, not only to tell you about a few of the Cool Things Dave Found at CES, but also to answer your questions and, of course, solve your problems! A ilttle more about iTunes Match to help a listener find […]
1/13/20130
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MGG 431: A Geek In The Doghouse

This week your two favorite geeks dig right in to help you solve all your problems (well, Mac and iOS problems that is!). They discuss managing Microsoft Word templates, solving a wacky Mountain Lion issue, helping a listener with off-brand printer cartridges, and rant about iTunes, media sharing, Plex and […]
1/7/20130
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MGG 430: Troubleshooting Failed Startups (of your Mac!)

John and Dave are here again with yet another Sunday morning show for you (at least that's when they recorded it — you can listen anytime!). They talk through the “new normal” for setting up Google Calendars on iOS, they help a listener fix his iTunes issues, they help another […]
12/30/20120
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MGG 429: A Mac Geek Gab Festivus!

John and Dave… Dave and John… are here, helping you solve all your Mac problems by answering your questions, sharing tips, finding Cool Stuff (and sharing that, too), and much, much more. Topics covered today include making Photo Stream friendlier, managing your clones (both local and network), troubleshooting FireWire disks, […]
12/23/20120
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MGG 428: More Than Cool Stuff Found (and Questions Answered, too!)

John and Dave kick off this week finishing up some extra Cool Stuff Found that just didn't fit into last week's show (but was so good they couldn't skip it!). Then it's onto a new series of your questions and tips. Highlights include managing printers for multiple users, accessing your […]
12/16/20120
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MGG 427: Cool Stuff Found

Dave's freshly back from vacation (by only an hour or so), and what does he do? He calls his friend (and podcasting cohort), John F. Braun, syncs up with all the folks in the Mac Geek Gab chatroom and together they blast out this Cool Stuff Found episode just for […]
12/10/20120
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MGG 426: Extra Bonus Tips Just For You

John & Dave are at it again. This may be the last show until December 9th given Dave's travel schedule, and he and John do their very best (as always!) to deliver the goods: the answers to your questions, the tips you have ready, and even some special stuff they've […]
11/26/20120
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MGG 425: The Cloud Is The Master

John and Dave are joined by a special guest (hint: it was “bring your kid to work” day at TMO Towers East) for this week's edition of Mac Geek Gab. As usual, it's your questions answered, your tips shared, and Cool Stuff Found is being squirreled away for a special […]
11/19/20120
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MGG 424: Clamshells, Data Recovery, and Loving Java

This week, as per usual, Dave and John dig right into the mailbag for you, answering your questions and sharing your tips! Answers to your questions run all over the map, including fixing when you can't email a PDF, resolving login items that just won't stick, how to eject disks […]
11/11/20120
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MGG 423: All New Topics, All For You

Nothing old, this week! Yep, that's right — this week's Mac Geek Gab podcast finds Dave, John, and Pilot Pete going through topics and issues they've never discussed in the previous 422 episodes. They talk about using clamshell mode, how to use OnyX properly, running Fusion Drive on older Macs, […]
11/5/20120
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MGG 422: It’s an Option, Shut Up!

Dave, John and Pilot Pete are back in action with this week's show. They start off with some quick answers and quick tips, including a often-used but much-hidden iOS scrolling trick. Then it's off to diagnose some deeper networking issues, figuring out why some default apps won't launch, and more. […]
10/29/20120
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MGG 421: Still Shakin’ it, Boss

John, Dave and, yes, Pilot Pete come together to share as much Mac knowledge as they possibly can in “just about an hour.” Moving from iOS Battery Life help to AppleScript walkthroughs, your favorite Mac Geeks have a lot to teach you this time around. Enjoy and download today, it's […]
10/21/20120
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MGG 420: Freeze, Click & Beachball (oh my?)

You fill up the mailbag, Dave and John give their all to answer everything that comes in. Listen to this week's episode to learn about finding files, solving freezes, why Mail might be slow, managing spam, using Siri to create reminders and how to kill zombies (the process kind, anyway!). […]
10/15/20120
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MGG 419: Quick Questions and Quick Tips Quickly

Dave and John are at it again, bringing their brand of informational and witty tips, tricks and Cool Stuff found to you on this fine Sunday morning (or whenever you choose to listen!). There's more here than we can list, folks, so just… listen! Download today (it's free!) and enjoy! […]
10/7/20120
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MGG 418: The Shadow Knows About Safari

Dave and John are back with a huge show this week, absolutely packed with questions, answers, tips, and cool stuff found. First it's helping Safari find its shadow, then solving some screensaver timing issues caused by Mountain Lion. John bought a new (cheap!) router that seems to work great, so […]
9/23/20120
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MGG 417: The Mac Geek Gab iOS App is OUT!

It's true, the Mac Geek Gab iOS App is out! Hear all about it from John and Dave, plus, of course, all your questions answered, Cool Stuff Found, and much, much more. You can't beat this, folks. Download the episode today (it's free, as always) and enjoy! Sponsor: BBEdit: BBEdit […]
9/17/20120
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MGG 416: Don’t Fear The Terminal

It's Sunday morning, and John and Dave are here to help you get the most out of your Mac-filled week. The show starts with some quick questions about solving identity confusion (on your Mac, anyway), hiding login items, and diagnosing an odd noise. Then it's time to start digging deeper […]
9/9/20120
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MGG 415: Cool Stuff Found

It's been a while since John and Dave have done a dedicated Cool Stuff Found show, and tonight's is chock full of so many great things your wallet will hurt. Don't worry, your two favorite geeks have put some freebies in there, too. Who says you need to spend money […]
9/3/20120
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MGG 414: Sophos & Thanks For All The GBs

You pack the mailbag full, Dave and John answer your questions. This show starts out with your two favorite geeks running through some quick questions, solving some of those pesky little problems. Then it’s highlights from the MGG Crew Forums this week (check ‘em out if you haven’t visited already!), […]
8/27/20120
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MGG 413: What Goes Up To The Cloud Must Come Down

With their mailbag overflowing (well, virtually so… with bits spilling everywhere!) Dave Hamilton and John F. Braun come to you again this week to answer as many of your questions and share as many of your tips as is possible in this (overstuffed) hour-long show. Covering general topics like backups […]
8/20/20120
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MGG 412: Pouncing on PDF Printing Problems

It’s Sunday night, which means it’s time to start your week with Mac Geek Gab. Dave and John answer your questions, they share some fantastic tips about Mountain Lion, and Dave discusses his findings with the Synology DiskStation DS412+. All this and MUCH more on this episode of your Mac […]
8/13/20120
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MGG 411: Operator Can You Help Me With My Mac?

Dave and John kick off this week’s show with a healthy dose of Cool Stuff Found. Then it’s time for a little discussion about the future of Mac Geek Gab Premium (and what a future it will be!). Following that are answers to your questions … lots of ‘em, too. Download today […]
8/6/20120
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MGG 410: Don’t Let Mountain Lion Litter The Sandbox

Dave’s back in his normal studio (after a stunning success with the mobile setup last week, we might add!), and he and John get right to it. Obviously Mountain Lion gets its fair share of attention this week, but other stuff is happening, too, and your geeks answer ALL of […]
7/30/20120
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MGG 409: A Busman’s Holiday

John and Dave have a great show this week, answering questions about setting Mail’s default sending account, enabling Photo Stream without a computer in the mix, understanding why OS X manages your Address Book the way it does, diagnosing both sleep issues AND runaway process issues, and much, much more. […]
7/23/20120
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MGG 408: Eating Snow Leopard For Breakfast

Dave Hamilton and John F. Braun are back, and this show’s totally action-packed. Great tips, awesome listener questions, and good stuff. Always remember you can listen to the live stream while the show is being recorded (follow @MacGeekGab on twitter or Facebook to find out when it’s happening). Download today… […]
7/16/20120
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MGG 407: Number 12 On The Beaufort Scale

Dave and John are back in the Monday evening slot this week, and it’s time to rock! Download, listen, and… enjoy. Sponsor: BBEdit: BBEdit is the leading professional-strength HTML and text editor for the Macintosh. A text power tool for everyone!   Note: Shownotes are complete! Stuff mentioned: Mac OS […]
7/10/20120
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MGG 406: What Should We Call This One?

John and Dave kick off July’s first Premium show with a bang. Some great stuff in here, including a good discussion about iTunes Match and working through some of its difficulties. More is covered, of course. Download today and enjoy! Note: Shownotes are complete! Stuff mentioned: Dropbox – Your photos, […]
7/3/20120
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MGG 405: All The Roberts We Know

John and Dave are back for the second Sunday night in a row. If you missed the Mac Geek Gab Live Stream, don’t fret — they recorded everything (well, they recorded the show… pre-show and post-show are only done live!), and you can hear it right here and now. Some […]
7/2/20120
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MGG 404: This Podcast Has Been Found

John and Dave are in their old haunt, the Sunday night podcast slot, with Mac Geek Gab 404. Topics include copying Boot Camp to a new drive, a good discussion on backups, deleting iPhoto photos, setting WiFi channels and much, much more. Download today and listen … it’s free! Sponsor: […]
6/25/20120
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MGG 403: Scouring Your Network for Activity and for Fun!

John and Dave are back in their respective studios and are here to deliver June’s second Premium episode. Topics include moving your mailboxes to IMAP, recovering your MobileMe photo galleries before it’s too late, syncing your Stickies across multiple Macs, monitoring your bandwidth and much, much more. Check it out […]
6/21/20120
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MGG 402: Geeks Gabbing for 7 Years

Today marks seven years of Mac Geek Gab episodes being produced, and John and Dave synced up to do this show while Dave was on the road in San Francisco. Staying true to their roots, the majority of today’s show found your two favorite geeks answering your question, sharing your […]
6/14/20120
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MGG 401: Spills Aren’t Always Deadly

For this week’s Premium Mac Geek Gab, Dave and John advise listeners on how to deal with AppleCare when you have a liquid spill, they discuss the differences between Smart and regular (i.e. non-Smart) mailboxes in Mail.app, and they answer the mystery of the strange [Imap] tag that gets prepended […]
6/7/20120
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MGG 400: How Tech Has Made Our Lives Better – A Geeks’ Thanksgiving

John and Dave celebrate Mac Geek Gab 400 by sharing their stories of how different bits and pieces of technology actually made their lives better. Download and enjoy. Note: Shownotes are in progress… Stuff mentioned: – You’re downloading today’s show from CacheFly’s network BackBeat Media Podcast Network MacGeekGab AAC Enhanced […]
6/4/20120
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MGG 399: Five Questions from Three Scotts

Ever wonder how to send multiple photos from the Photo Library on your iPhone? Ever wonder why some Keynote files are packages and others aren’t? Ever have trouble connecting to your AirPort-connected hard drive? How about knowing when — and when NOT — to worry about your Mac’s RAM consumption? […]
5/24/20120
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MGG 398: Geeks Going Deep with Mail & Routers

Ever have trouble connecting your Mac to another WiFi network even when Windows machines easily connect? Ever try to share files with a Windows machine but run into trouble there? How about if you’re a Gmail user but can’t figure out quite the right way to manage your Mail archives […]
5/21/20120
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MGG 397: Geeks Have The Beans … And They Spill Them

Have Mac or iOS questions or problems that you just can’t figure out? Mac Geek Gab has your answers. Submit your questions to Dave & John and they’ll dig in and get you your answer. Want to know how to safely move your iTunes library? Need to find duplicate files on […]
5/14/20120
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MGG 396: Two Mac Geeks with Your Mac Fix(es)

It’s the first Monday in May and you know what that means: yep, just like (most!) every other Monday a new Mac Geek Gab is up for your listening pleasure! This week, John and Dave solve your questions about those pesky Firewall “incoming connection” warnings, how to choose an iPad […]
5/7/20120
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MGG 395: Streaming DVDs, Clearing File Corruption, Better iPad VNC & More

Want to learn how to stream DVDs to your iPad? Want to fix your Mail rules so that they stick from launch to launch? How about clearing up ghost messages in Mail that just won’t delete? Or maybe you want to learn how to remove Google’s software update from your […]
5/3/20120
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MGG 394: Hard Drive Maintenance, Mail Tweaking, Home Servers & More

John and Dave are back from their week off, and came home to a mailbag overflowing with your questions! With that, your two favorite geeks will dive in, see what they find, and get you their very best answers to your Mac and iOS questions and problems. Press play and […]
4/30/20120
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MGG 393: Waking Drives, GPS Pictures, App Associations & Speed!

John and Dave wrap up April’s final Premium show with some fantastic questions (and their best answers!) on topics including drives mysteriously waking from sleep, finding embedded GPS picture data, changing app associations, and much, much more. Tune in today (and by “tune in” we, of course, mean subscribe, download, […]
4/19/20120
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MGG 392: Viruses, Malware, Defragmenting, Car Integration & More!

John and Dave kick off this week with two topics no Mac user ever expects to talk about: viruses and defragmentation. Yes, folks, it’s true: sometimes you have to confront those things which you just don’t want to think about. Then it’s off to a more fun topic: integrating cars […]
4/16/20120
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MGG 391: Repersonalizing a Mac, Notification Center, Backups & More

In today’s Mac Geek Gab episode, John and Dave talk through all the places to check when repurposing a Mac for another person. Then it’s off to manage the iOS Notification center, and finally your favorite geeks go through a group of questions and comments about their recent backup episode. […]
4/9/20120
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MGG 390: Tweaking Address Book, Auto-Mounting Disks, QuickTime & More

John and Dave are here with April’s first Premium Mac Geek Gab episode, and it’s one you won’t want to miss. Following up on a previous show, they start by discussing an automated solution for keeping your disks mounted, then share some juicy details about how QuickTime processes plugins on […]
4/5/20120
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MGG 389: Copying Mail, Shared File Permissions, Tips & More

Dave and John kick off April with a bang! Today’s episode is filled with great answers and tips, with topics including recreating Lion’s recovery partition, copying mail between user accounts, issues with apps launching (and not launching!), and solving that pesky problem that happens when you’re sharing a folder and […]
4/2/20120
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MGG 388: Backup Strategies & Cool Stuff Found

This week, Dave Hamilton and John F. Braun take you on a deep dive through backup options, meanings, and strategies. Learn what the geeks think about all this stuff, and learn what they use themselves to ensure they won’t get caught (without their data!). All this, plus a healthy dose […]
3/26/20120
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MGG 387: iOS Calendar Alerts, Network Bridging, 4G & More

John and Dave do their best to make the geeky stuff understandable, digestable, and enjoying. And now, this week’s Premium episode with even more flavor! Topics include getting more granular calendar alert settings on your iOS devices, bridging networks together and really controlling your devices IP addresses in less-than-optimal situations, […]
3/22/20120
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MGG 386: SXSW, iPad 3, Plus Listener Questions Answered

Dave’s back from South by Southwest in Austin and so he shares his thoughts about this year’s conference versus previous years. He’s also got a new iPad 3 that he and John will talk about, but that still leaves time to share some tips and answer a few of the […]
3/20/20120
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MGG 385: Clearing up iTunes iCloudiness, Cool Stuff Found, MTUs & More

Dave and John kick off March’s first premium episode by sharing a bunch of tips and Cool Stuff Found. Definitely a show start you don’t want to miss. Then they dig into the Premium mailbag and answer all your questions, including how to fix iBooks PDFs, Safari Autofill, router settings, […]
3/9/20120
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MGG 384: Photos, Lion Tips, Speaker Management & More!

Dave’s back from vacation and he, John, and Pilot Pete dig into the mailbag to answer your questions. Topics include finding links to networked files, solving Address Book problems, managing external speakers with iTunes and your Mac, and troubleshooting iPhoto. All this and more on today’s episode. Download now (it’s […]
3/5/20120
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MGG 383: Switching Mail Replies, Timed Macros, Hard Drive Fun & More

Dave and John kick off February’s second Premium episode with a few great tips, including one for managing reply and reply-all in Mail.app. Then it’s on to answering questions, starting with some variety and then narrowing down to quite a few hard-drive related questions that listeners sent in. John and […]
2/23/20120
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MGG 382: iOS to Mac Syncing, Geocaching, Lion Finder & More

John and Dave have a fun-filled show today, discussing iPhone photography, iPhone geocaching, Mac syncing, more taming of the Lion Finder, and much much more. Download, press play, and enjoy. It’s free today! Sponsor: Audible: Get a 14-Day FREE Trial of AudibleListener® Gold And 1 Free Download only with this, […]
2/20/20120
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MGG 381: Mac Internet Recovery, HTML on iPad, iDevice Syncing, More!

This week’s Mac Geek Gab episode finds your two favorite geeks, Dave and John, starting off discussing the reasons and how-tos behind Lion’s new Recovery Partition as well as Internet Recovery, then it’s off to figure out how to edit HTML on your iPad, solving iDevice and Mac syncing issues […]
2/13/20120
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MGG 380: Managing Your iTunes Library, iOS Time Zone, Syncing & More

Dave and John kick off February’s first Premium episode with discussion about portable iTunes libraries (and their associated woes!), discussing the nuances of setting your iOS Calendar to properly handle time zones, and some quick tips about how to read console logs. Then it’s off to some Cool Stuff Found […]
2/9/20120
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MGG 379: Trackpads, RAM Upgrades, AirPort Utility & More!

Today’s episode has John and Dave talking through flaky trackpads, upgrading laptop RAM, the new AirPort Utility, and emptying the trash. They also discuss tricks that might cause your MacBook’s trackpad to stop working, how to reconfigure your network with multiple routers, and diagnosing shutdown issues related to Lion’s resume […]
2/6/20120
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MGG 378: Tips, Cool Stuff Found, & Your Questions Answered

Back from Macworld | iWorld, John and Dave dig into the mailbag to share your tips, your Cool Stuff Found, and then to answer your questions. You don’t want to miss this one, folks! Download it today for free. Note: Shownotes are complete! Stuff mentioned: Macworld | iWorld How to […]
1/31/20120
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MGG 377: Live from Macworld | iWorld – Stump The Geeks!

John and Dave recorded this live on Friday, January 27, 2012 at Macworld | iWorld allowing audience members to come up with questions to try and stump the geeks! Peppered in between questions were Cool Stuff Found picks from the visits John and Dave each made to the show floor. […]
1/30/20120
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MGG 376: Managing iCloud Backups, Graphics Cards, Batteries, & LaunchAgents

Today’s show features your two favorite geeks, Dave Hamilton & John F. Braun, first sharing some tips about managing your iCloud backups (and how to exclude items from them) and seeing — and controlling — which graphics card your Mac uses. Then it’s on to ansewring listener questions about manipulating […]
1/19/20120
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MGG 375: Tips on Dock, Resume, AppleCare, Gmail, Ripping, & More

Dave, John, and your fellow Mac Geek Gab listeners have TONS of tips to share today. Highlights include managing Lion’s resume, dealing with Apple Customer Relations (versus AppleCare), what to do to ensure a successful clean Lion install, fixing missing icons in your Dock, and flashing your new iMac’s DVD […]
1/17/20120
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MGG 374: Cool Stuff Found at CES, Questions Answered & More

Dave’s out at CES and he talks about the cool stuff found on the show floor (and elsewhere!) there. Then he and John are off to the races, answering your questions about controlling a Mac with your iPad or iPhone, manually decrypting a FileVault 2 partition, troubleshooting a slowing Handbrake, […]
1/11/20120
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MGG 373: Cool Stuff Found, Lion’s Finder, Time Capsule Questions & More!

This first Premium episode of the year sees Dave and John dig in right out of the gate, answering questions about Lion’s Finder displays, managing energy saver settings automatically, three different questions about the Time Capsule and tons (and tons!) of Cool Stuff Found. All for you, Premium listener. What? […]
1/5/20120
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MGG 372: iTunes Match, Safari Fixes, Sending Files, & More

Dave and John Kick off the new year doing their favorite thing and yours: answering your questions and sharing their tips about the Mac and other Apple products. This show’s full of great stuff, as usual, including a discussion about iTunes Match (and solving some quirky problems therein), fixing Safari […]
1/3/20120
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MGG 371: Managing Your Media, Viruses, Cool Stuff Found

John and Dave round out 2011 with this fantastic Premium episode of Mac Geek Gab, discussing using Dropbox to sync preferences (and the associated pitfalls), setting ain important, always-synced mailbox on your iOS devices, virus protection strategies for those running Windows apps, centralizing your media libraries and much, much more, […]
12/22/20110
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MGG 370: Finder Tips, PDF Tricks, Cool Stuff Found & More!

Dave and John start today’s show by sharing some very useful tips and tricks that you can use in the Finder. Then it’s off to the mailbag to discuss topics including how to better manipulate PDFs, troubleshooting a pixelated Mac display, Calendar sharing, and even a discussion about DMCA notices […]
12/19/20110
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MGG 369: Email, WiFi, and Geeks’ Favorite Cases!

Dave and John have put together a fantastic show today, including some (more!) discussion on email management, tricks for truly conquering iCloud, properly extending your WiFi networks, and then the geeks tell you their favorites of all the cases they’ve tried on all their various iDevices and Macs! All this […]
12/12/20110
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MGG 368: Calendars & Backup Answers, Cool Stuff Found!

Dave and John kick off December’s first Premium episode with a fantastic group of questions from all of you fantastic Premium subscribers. They discuss backups (and what you should — and shouldn’t — see), managing the idiosyncracies of iCal and Calendar (on Mac and iOS, respectively), permissions on your Applications […]
12/8/20110
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MGG 367: Photo Stream, Email, FTP, iDevice Backups

Dave’s back from vacation and he and John dive right back in, answering questions about Photo Stream, iCloud, IMAP mail, FTP Servers on Lion, forcing iTunes to backup locally and much, much more. Download today and enjoy! Sponsor: Disc Label: Stretch your holiday budget with a little of your own […]
12/5/20110
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MGG 366: Mail Management, iCloud Primer, & More Lion Tips

John and Dave are back, and ready to answer, inform, and cogitate all right in front of your … ears! Topics covered today include printing from Mail.app, safely deleting junk mail, backing up your calendar, and continuing to troubleshoot Lion’s oddities. Also included is Dave’s explanation of how he’s running […]
11/21/20110
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MGG 365: Building Mac & iOS Apps, Cleaning Mail, Taming Spotlight

Dave starts by telling everyone how he and his son built an iOS app in less than 10 minutes, then he and John dive in (sometimes to the deep end!) to teach you all about rebuilding mailboxes in Mail, how to configure your Mac and router firewalls, how to find […]
11/17/20110
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MGG 364: Solving Network, Startup, iTunes & Keychain Problems

Dave Hamilton and John F. Braun are two of the leading experts on all things Mac (and beyond), and listeners from around the world listen to — and rely on — them to help solve their tech problems. Take a listen to today’s Mac Geek Gab to understand exactly why […]
11/14/20110
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MGG 363: Deciphering Mac Error Codes, Time Machine, & More

John and Dave have some fantastic tips and tricks in store for you in this, their first Premium episode of November. Today’s geeky goodness includes learning more about Spotlight, copying your synced photos back from your iPhone or iPad to your Mac, LOTS of help with Time Machine (well, LOTS […]
11/10/20110
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MGG 362: Backups, Processors, Migration & Syncing

Dave and John are back in action, all systems go! Today they cover your questions on backups, FileVault, iCloud, Migration and more. Download today, listen, participate, and enjoy! Sponsor: PDFpen from Smile: Effortlessly edit your PDFs. Add text, images and signatures, combine and split PDFs, reorder and remove PDF pages, […]
11/7/20110
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MGG 361: iPhoto, Batteries and Saving Money Buying Macs

Dave’s traveling at MacTech and BlogWorld Expo this week while John is manning the fort back at TMO Towers East, but that doesn’t stop the two of them from giving you some excellent tips & tricks about solving your Mac problems. Today even includes a special segment on how to […]
11/3/20110
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MGG 360: More Mac & iOS Tips Than You Can Shake a Stick At!

John and Dave round up this month’s second Premium episode with a vengeance. This one might break a record, with your two favorite geeks diving through more Mac and iOS tips and questions than ever before. Buckle up, subscribe (of course!), download and enjoy! Note: Shownotes are complete! Stuff mentioned: […]
10/25/20110
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MGG 359: iCloud, Automator, Thumb Drives & Port Mapping

John and Dave dive in to the mailbag, digging out comments and questions about iCloud, iOS 5, Automator, MacBook Pro fans, thumb drive performance, port mapping on your router and much, much more. Download today (it’s free!). Sponsor: Gazelle is THE place to get cash for your used gadgets. Visit […]
10/17/20110
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MGG 358: iTunes Fights My Firewall

Dave and John kick off the week with another show filled with answering your questions and helping you solve your problems. Your two favorite geeks discuss various topics include how best to migrate iTunes data from one Mac to another in order to preserve the sync states of your various […]
10/11/20110
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Geek Memories of Steve Jobs

Dave and John take a departure from their normal course today to share their memories of Steve Jobs and how he impacted their lives, both separately and together. While this is a Premium episode, John and Dave have decided to simply release it to all for anyone who wants to […]
10/6/201149 minutes, 29 seconds
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MGG 356: Dual Time Machine Setups, Genius Tips & More

John and Dave kick off October with this great show talking about how to set up a dual Time Machine setup, tweaking your junk mail settings, fixing apps that don’t want to run, sleeping an iMac with insomnia, and more! Download today — it’s free — and enjoy! Sponsor: TextExpander: […]
10/3/20110
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MGG 355: Sometimes Files Miss The Trash Can

Dave Hamilton and John F. Braun come to you in today’s Mac Geek Gab to help solve listeners’ problems, including why files sometimes don’t stay in the Trash Can, confirming you have enough RAM, working with Lion’s full screen mode, and much, much more. Download today (this episode’s available at […]
9/26/20110
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MGG 354: Versioning, Migration, Fonts & Launching Help

John and Dave start today’s show answering listener questions about Lion’s new versioning features and what that means for the way you interact with documents for affected apps. Then it’s off to migration land, helping a few users with their issues doing so. Cool Stuff Found helps to solve the […]
9/19/20110
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MGG 353: Popping the Spinning Beachball!

September’s second Mac Geek Gab Premium episode launches right into things with John and Dave helping listeners with questions about Spotlight filtering (including where it does and doesn’t apply), Mail issues (including attachments not auto-saving and rules going inactive), and a listener’s daughter who solved the spinning beachball her dad […]
9/15/20110
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MGG 352: Tips for Lion-Upgraded Macs & Cool Stuff Found

With time having passed since Lion’s release, John and Dave and the entire Mac Geek Gab community have been pooling their knowledge about the benefits — and pitfalls — associated with the Snow Leopard-to-Lion upgrade process. Dave and John share some of the latest information here today, as well as […]
9/12/20110
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MGG 351: Mission Control, Home Directories, Spotlight & Cool Stuff Found

John and Dave are back after their schedule hiccup last week due to Hurricane Irene, and they’ve got a whirlwind show for you all today! Lots of great questions came in over the past couple of weeks, including controlling Lion’s desktop order, moving from Aperture to iPhoto, diagnosing Apple Mail.app […]
9/6/20110
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MGG 350: Sonos, Lion Tips, Free Space Reporting & More

Dave and John are back in action after Tropical Storm Irene blew through, and they’ve got a great show to kick off September for you. Premium all the way, your two favorite geeks start by talking about calculating free space properly, Lion tips, and Dave talks about his new experience […]
9/1/20110
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MGG 349: Lion (and other) Tips Shared, Your Questions Answered, and More!

John and Dave are back at it, this time with August’s second Premium episode. There are more great Lion tips here than you can shake a stick at, including some hidden Mail shortcut keys, information about Time Machine doing local backups, seeing recent documents per Application, and more. Then your […]
8/22/20110
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MGG 348: Mail, Time Machine, iTunes Match & More

Dave and John hit mid-August at full stride, answering your questions and sharing tips with you about sending Mail with MobileMe (and how best to configure Mail to do so), Mission Control misbehaving, how iTunes Match will likely work for older, ripped recordings, moving your Time Machine backups, and more. […]
8/15/20110
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MGG 347: Better Tabbing, MobileMe & iCloud, Mail Archiving, Cookies & More

Today’s Mac Geek Gab episode features your two favorite geeks, John F. Braun and Dave Hamilton, answering your questions about controlling tabbing in Mail, preparing for the MobileMe-to-iCloud transition, archiving your Gmail in both Mail.app and on iOS, Safari cookies and more. Some great tips are enclosed here this week […]
8/8/20110
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MGG 346: Tips, Temperatures, and Cool Stuff Found

Dave and John are back again this week here with their first Premium show of August. As always, your two favorite geeks walk through answering some tough (but fun!) questions, then off to sharing their tips, your tips, and finally Cool Stuff Found. Don’t miss it! Subscribe to day — […]
8/4/20110
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MGG 345: Mail, Time Machine, Lion, Tips, and More

Dave and John kick off August with an absolutely overflowing mailbag. Today’s show kicks off with a healthy serving of tips, including solving a frozen mouse and keyboard, reducing the size of PDFs without killing their quality, and a note from an Apple Genius clarifying more about how they choose […]
8/1/20110
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MGG 344: An Appetizer of Tips with an Entrée of Answers

Today’s Premium episode — and July’s last — starts off with some great Mac tips that your fellow listeners have sent in. How to restore battery life, how to revert Lion’s text replacements, validating your backup routine, AppleCare start dates, and more are covered. Then it’s on to John F. […]
7/28/20110
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MGG 343: Lion Tips Galore!

Dave’s back from vacation and he and John dive in and share all the cool OS X Lion tips that they and your fellow listeners have found. There’s some GREAT stuff in this episode folks, including some answers to listener questions, as well. Don’t miss it! Sponsor: Audio Engine: Audioengine […]
7/25/20110
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MGG 342: OS X Lion Prep and Learning More About Your Mac

This week is a special week because you get TWO Mac Geek Gab episodes instead of just one (and then they’re off next week). Dave and John come back to help solve Mail.app date confusion, keyboard & trackpad freezes, contact syncing problems, and a big discussion about what to — […]
7/14/20110
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MGG 341: Mac OS X Lion Prep Tips, Misc Q&A, More!

Dave and John kick off the week helping you prep for Mac OS X Lion, discussing a few tips that will pave the way for your migration to Apple’s 10.7 version of their desktop operating system. Then it’s off to the races with tons of question and answers about all […]
7/11/20110
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MGG 340: Geeks Blasting Off for July

John and Dave kick off July with this awesome Premium episode. Topics covered include WYSIWYG font menus, controlling Safari’s PDF plugin, various backup questions (including one about backing up across the Internet to a friend’s house), and much, much more. Subscribe today for just US$25 and enjoy an additional two […]
7/8/20110
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MGG 339: Did Bad RAM Hork My Motherboard?

John and Dave end out June answering your questions and sharing as many tips as possible! Topics covered include setting the iOS default calendar, dealing with CalDAV servers, diagnosing bad RAM (and possibly more!), consolidating movies in iTunes, and much more! This one’s free, folks, so subscribe, download and enjoy. […]
6/27/20110
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MGG 338: Recovering Files, Choosing a Mac & Much More For You!

John F. Braun and Dave Hamilton are back at it, this time answering questions from their Premium subscribers. Going a little more in-depth, John and Dave dig into text formatting throughout Mac OS X, pulling data off your iPhone or iPad, disabling virtual memory (hint: don’t do it!), the fate […]
6/23/20110
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MGG 337: Navigation Apps, Flat Rate Repair, Quicken & Lion, Data Migration

Dave starts off today’s show talking about how he’s been using his iPhone more and more for turn-by-turn directions, and discusses his picks for the best apps to get the job done. Then he and John discuss the differences between logging out and restarting, a little more about backing up […]
6/20/20110
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MGG 336: Six Years of Gabbing Geeks

Today marks six years since John F. Braun and Dave Hamilton released Mac Geek Gab episode 1, and they’re going stronger than ever! Some talk about Lion, lots of security stuff, resetting screen resolutions, diagnosing erratic iBooks, and a great tip about Dashboard (especially for those of you who do […]
6/13/20110
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MGG 335: On The Road From WWDC Answering Your Questions

Dave’s at WWDC, John’s back holding down the fort, and your two geeks dive right in answering your questions and solving your problems. Topics include OS X Lion (no more “Mac” in that name!), File Vault 2, dual-booting your Mac, Bluetooth, Time Machine, migration, and more! Subscribe to this (it’s […]
6/8/20110
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MGG 334: Geeks In Tune for June

John and Dave (and Pilot Pete) kick off June with this fantastic Premium episode of your Mac Geek Gab. Topics are, as always, all over the place based on the questions that you (and other listeners, of course!) have sent in. Some highlights include learning how to zip folders for […]
6/3/20110
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MGG 333: Three Geeks for Thee

Your two favorite geeks were simply inundated with feedback from many aspects of Mac Geek Gab 331, so today they are joined by Pilot Pete (making this all threes all around) to address those and dig a little deeper on a few of the issues from that show, including using […]
5/23/20110
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MGG 332: Startup Items, DNS Lookups, Mail History, More

It’s time for another Premium edition of Mac Geek Gab. Reserved exclusively for paying members of the Mac Geek Gab community, today John and Dave dig deep into solving problems with startup items (one listener wants to get rid of them, another wants to get them back!), they look at […]
5/19/20110
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MGG 331: Missing Icons, Photo Management, Data Migration, More

Like clockwork, indeed, your two favorite geeks are back for this week’s Mac Geek Gab episode. John and Dave help you answer your questions, like restoring missing Finder icons, deleting directly from Smart Playlists in iTunes, managing your photos with just an iPad and a camera (and not your computer!), […]
5/16/20110
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MGG 330: Managing Your Menubar, Memory, Mail, and More!

Your two favorite Mac geeks are back for a second-installment with this week’s Premium episode. Discussing Dropbox security, rearranging Login Items, how to manage your Mac’s menubar, home networking and more, John F. Braun and Dave Hamilton keep you informed and entertained. Subscribe today, support the guys, and learn in […]
5/12/20110
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MGG 329: Mail Rules, Security, Migration, Malware & More

With all of you listeners keeping their mailboxes full, John and Dave have packed another fantastic show together for you. This one answers questions about two recent security threats, then moves on to helping you and your listening brethren with Mail.app rules, spinning disks, kernel extensions, migration assistant and more. […]
5/9/20110
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MGG 328: Mac Questions Answered, Tips Shared, Cool Stuff Found

John and Dave join up yet again for you, answering your Mac questions and solving your problems! Topics today include starting up after a power failure, renaming extensions, choosing processors, killing the Dock icon, and more. It’s quite a range of subject matter, but all related to your daily computing […]
5/3/20110
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MGG 327: Managing Your Menubar, Booting All Macs, Home Networks, More

John and Dave head into this last Premium episode of April talking about managing your Mac’s menubar, why some boot disks can boot all Macs — and why some can’t, changing your default Mail client, playing specific movies with specific apps, and lots, lots more! Subscribe today, support your two […]
4/28/20110
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MGG 326: Firewalls, iTunes, Home Networks, & Laptop-less Travel

Mac Geek Gab is the show that answers your questions, shares your tips, and helps you learn even more about your Mac and other Apple devices. This week, hosts John F. Braun and Dave Hamilton certainly deliver on that mission! Dave discusses how he used his iPad for his first […]
4/25/20110
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MGG 325: Helping You Solve Problems and Learn Your Mac

Your two favorite geeks are in top form today! Listen as John and Dave take your Mac questions, solve your problems, share your tips, fill you in on Cool Stuff Found, and more. Topics include sharing apps amongst different iOS devices, managing multiple inboxes from Mail.app, cleaning up your Time […]
4/11/20110
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MGG 324: Window Positions, Remote Machines, Cool Stuff Found, More

What to do when your Mac forgets its window positions? Migrating iTunes to a new computer? Sending your Mac in for repair? Want to import your data from one Mac to another? Have a question of your own? No fear, your geeks… are here! John and Dave take these questions […]
4/7/20110
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MGG 323: Modifier Keys, Custom Icons, Spotlight, More

As always, your two favorite geeks are here to start the week! John and Dave dive right in and start helping listeners answer their questions about keyboard modifier keys, custom Finder icons, why Time Machine grows to fast (and how to stop it!) and more. This show’s packed full of […]
4/4/20110
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MGG 322: Security, Screen Zooming, Data Recovery & More

Dave and John go straight to the mailbag this week, sharing some comments about security (including how to better secure your Facebook account), cleaning scratched CDs, and (finally!) a utility for finding what apps are truly keeping your disk(s) from ejecting! Then it’s question time, and your two favorite geeks […]
3/28/20110
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MGG 321: Will My Mac Run Lion? Also SSD, RAM, & More!

Dave and John come together for March’s second Premium show to answer a burning question: Will my Mac run Lion? They also dig through a few (unrelated but coincidental) questions about both SSD and RAM needs, answer a question about ejecting a pesky DVD from your Mac, what it means […]
3/24/20110
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MGG 320: Cool Stuff Found and SXSW Debrief

Dave’s back from South By Southwest, he talks a little about that, and then he and John dive into an epic Cool Stuff Found episode. You definitely don’t want to miss this one! Sponsor: Yojimbo: Your effortless, reliable information organizer for Mac OS X. It will change your life, without […]
3/21/20110
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MGG 319: iTunes Missing iPhone, Ejecting In-Use Disks, Mail Rules & More!

John and Dave answer your questions, share your tips, solve your problems and help you learn more and more about the Mac, iPhone, iPad, and related software and technology. Today’s show features your two favorite geeks talking about iPhones not appearing in iTunes (and how to fix it), how to […]
3/7/20110
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MGG 318: Audiobooks, Hard Drive Names, iPhoto, More

Dave and John bring you LOTS of goodness this week answering your questions and sharing your tips. They discuss adding a second Mac to Time Machine, converting MP3 audiobooks for use in iTunes, (im)proper hard drive volume names, share some iPhone and Aperture tips, and even share a bit about […]
3/3/20110
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MGG 317: Personal WiFi Hotspots, Aperture, Hot Corners, Time Capsule, More

Dave’s back from vacation and boy howdy do he and John have a ton of great tips to share, questions to answer, and more! Dave checked out not one, not two, not three, but four different personal WiFi hotspot options on his trip and lives to tell the tale. Then […]
2/28/20110
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MGG 316: iTunes, MobileMe, Docking, Traveling, More

Dave and John answer listener questions about iTunes syncing and moving libraries, docking your MacBook, fixing an iSight, resolving MobileMe issues, traveling with an iPad, DHCP lease advice, and more. Subscribe today, support your two favorite geeks (it’s just US$25 for 6 months) and enjoy! Note: Shownotes are complete! Stuff […]
2/17/20110
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MGG 315: Screen Savers, Freezing Macs, Windows Apps, More!

John and Dave are busy again this week, answering your questions about Time Machine drives, Safari’s Activity window, a wonky screen saver, and why several listeners’ Macs might be freezing. A comment from a listener about Apple upgrading a MacBook Pro to 6GB when 4GB is the officially supported configuration […]
2/14/20110
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MGG 314: Video Capture, Network Storage, PDF Creation, RAM & More

The mailbag was overflowing and John and Dave have done their best to pour through it all for you. Your two favorite geeks answer questions about capturing web video, how to force-restart your Mac from the Terminal, Network Storage and Time Machine, RAM installation, PDF creation and more. This is […]
2/7/20110
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MGG 313: Shared Disks, Bad Sounds, Stealth Mode, MobileMe, and More

John and Dave are back from Macworld Expo and come out of the gate strong with this, the first Premium episode for February. They discuss using the Time Capsule as a shared network disk, capturing audio in various ways, your Mac’s Stealth Mode, resetting and preventing duplicates with MobileMe and […]
2/3/20110
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MGG 312: Live from Macworld Expo 2011 Cool Stuff Found & Stump The Geek

John and Dave took the stage and closed out Macworld Expo on Saturday, and they have the sound — and video! — to prove it! Download the audio or watch the video right here live. It took a lot of work from a lot of people at both Macworld.com and […]
2/1/20110
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MGG 311: Flashing Lights, Syncing, Blu-ray Rips and More

Dave and John have put together a fantastic show for you today, discussing solving some pesky Address Book MobileMe sync issues, what to do when your power light flashes, IMAP and Trash behavior, ripping Blu-ray discs on your Mac, and more. Subscribe, support your two favorite geeks, download and enjoy! […]
1/20/20110
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MGG 310: Safari, Disk Ejection, Software Updates and More

Dave and John have some great answers to your questions, including how to open all browser links in new windows, sharing hotel internet, wired vs. wireless network extensions, removing [Gmail] from Mail.app’s IMAP display, and more. Plus, they share with you some listener tips about ejecting disks and software updates […]
1/17/20110
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MGG 309: Cool Stuff Found

The queue was overstuffed, which can only mean one thing: it’s time to get the stuff out with another Cool Stuff Found show! Too much to mention here in the description, just trust us that you’ll want to listen to this show! Download today, listen… and then go check out […]
1/10/20110
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MGG 308: MobileMe Calendars, Disk Repairs, Mail Sending and More!

John and Dave both finally took the plunge and migrated to the new MobileMe Calendars, then moved some shared calendars from Google over to MobileMe and tested that out, too. Hear them tell their tales and explain the differences during the show. Then it’s on to answering your questions and […]
1/6/20110
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MGG 307: UPSs, Time Machine, USB Booting & More!

How do John and Dave ring in the new year? They do it by answering your questions, sharing your tips, and solving your problems. Come see why Mac Geek Gab is one of the most popular Mac podcasts in existence! In today’s episode you can learn about UPSs, how to […]
1/3/20110
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MGG 306: Mac Mini Migration, Drobo FS, Macworld Contest, and Paul Kent!

An unscheduled — and unscripted — show today for all of you before your two favorite geeks take their holiday break. John got his new Mac Mini and tells the tale of his migration to it from his G5, lots of tips there. Dave has been working with the Drobo […]
12/23/20100
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MGG 305: IMAP Backups, Web Page Fonts, MobileMe CalDAV and More!

John and Dave discuss tracking Mail.app’s rule processing, dealing with small web page fonts, managing SMTP server ports, and backing up IMAP mail. Additionally, they talk through using and migrating to the new MobileMe CalDAV calendar and why you should — or shouldn’t — bother to do it. A great […]
12/20/20100
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MGG 304: Hard Drive Corruption, Printing Issues, Bluetooth

Answering your questions about hard drive corruption, printing issues, mail, firewalls, and more, John F. Braun and Dave Hamilton are your RATGOCs for the day (Reasonable and Trusted Geeks of Choice). Subscribe, support your favorite RATGOC, and spread some holiday cheer. Oh, and hey, you’ll learn something about your Mac […]
12/16/20100
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MGG 303: Mail, Short Usernames, Merging Libraries, More!

Dave and John talk about setting and sizing Mail.app’s preview pane, a really easy way to change your short username, merging iTunes and iPhoto libraries from multiple sources, editing your menu bar, router speeds, maintenance scripts and lots, lots more. Add in a healthy dose of holiday cheer and you’ve […]
12/13/20100
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MGG 302: Comparing Folders, RAM/SSD, Maintenance, and Notes!

John and Dave nearly break their record today and answer a ton of your questions in this fantastic episode of Mac Geek Gab. Starting with five (yes, five!) answers to comparing folders, your two favorite geeks then move on to answer a few iPhoto questions, discuss syncing Notes between your […]
12/6/20100
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MGG 301: Converting Documents, Printing, Splitting USB and Ethernet

John and Dave are back after their Thanksgiving break and have put together a fantastic show for you. Well, YOU have put together a fantastic show for them, because it’s your questions about converting Word and Pages documents, printer issues, splitting and sharing USB and Ethernet, and more that are […]
12/2/20100
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MGG 300: A Celebration Among Geeks!

John and Dave celebrate their 300th episode by assembling a cast of some of their favorite Mac podcasters and personalities. Listen in as Ted Landau, Adam Christianson, Michael Johnston and Pilot Pete join your two favorite geeks. The cast shares their computing histories, favorite Mac tips, and more! This was […]
11/23/20100
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MGG 299: Geeks Dig Deep and Get The Answers

John and Dave are back with a great show today filled with some fantastic answers. First a tip that (here’s the free giveaway) indicates that WPA does protect you from Firesheep’s antics, then it’s on to fixing pesky iTunes firewall dialogs, killing processes, preference fixing and more. Subscribe today, support […]
11/18/20100
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MGG 298: Cool Stuff Found!

It’s time for another Cool Stuff Found episode. Yep, folks, John and Dave bring you a TON of great tips, software, tricks, and apps to make your computing life — and, indeed, your life in general — smoother and more fun! You won’t want to miss this so download today […]
11/16/20100
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MGG 297: Mail, VPN, Xgrid, Troubleshooting, More

John and Dave have put together a killer Premium show for all of their loyal subscribers today. Topics covered include sending mail remotely, VPN needs for the average user, how Xgrid works, preference problems and much, much more. As always, there’s simply too much to list, so support your favorite […]
11/10/20100
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MGG 296: Unformatted Pasting, Automounting, iTunes NAS, More

John and Dave have put together another great show this week. Highlights include answering one of Dave’s favorite tricks as your two favorite geeks discuss pasting with and without formatting included, also a discussion on automounting drives that leads into some great tips for storing your iTunes library on Network […]
11/8/20100
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MGG 295: Memory Upgrades, AppleScript, Bonjour and More

John and Dave come to you today with a fantastic mix of questions, comments, tips and geekery! Topics include customizing the top bar in the FInder, CD Burner issues, figuring out how much RAM you have (and how you can upgrade), solving Bonjour problems, and fixing a bootup problem or […]
11/1/20100
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MGG 294: Troubleshooting, Sharing, Wireless, More

John and Dave troubleshoot your wireless problems, help with iLife’s help, discuss previous recipients in Mail, a cost-effective SSD alternative, and lots, lots more. Subscribe (it’s free!), download, sit back, and enjoy AND learn from your two favorite geeks. Sponsor: Audio Engine: Audioengine A5 and A2 — Real speakers designed […]
10/26/20100
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MGG 293: Trash, Calendars, Podcasts, Copyrights

In this week’s Premium episode, Dave and John answer your questions about emptying a pesky trash can, solving calendar data problems, why to still use MobileMe, managing your podcasts, and more. Great show this week. Subscribe today for $25 and support your two favorite Mac geeks in the process! Note: […]
10/21/20100
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MGG 292: Finder, Routers, DNS & TiVo Streaming

John and Dave kick off your week answering your questions and solving your Mac, Apple, and iPhone problems. Topics include setting up multiple routers, fixing iPhone calendars, streaming your Mac to/from your TiVo, and more. Subscribe today (this episode is free!) and enjoy! Sponsor: Circus Ponies Notebook: The Easy Way […]
10/18/20100
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MGG 291: Mac Power Settings, QuickTips, Push Gmail

The Mac Geek Gab podcast is the show where YOU write the agenda! Today your geeks answer your questions and share your tips about DVD Region changes, customizing the Finder’s Places, Power settings for your Mac, Push Gmail, and lots, lots more. Download today (this one’s free) and enjoy! Sponsor: […]
10/12/20100
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MGG 290: iCal Syncing, Nuke & Pave, More

John and Dave kick off this first Premium episode of October with lots of goodies, including discussing some creative ways to sync calendars, the best practices for nuking & paving your Mac, plus some listener comments about using Windows-only webcams on the Mac, as well as a great comment about […]
10/7/20100
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MGG 289: Troubleshooting IMAP, Repairing Disks, and More

John and Dave kick off October with a great show, answering your questions, solving your problems, and even postulating on a few Mac-related technical quandaries. You don’t want to miss this one. Sponsor: PDFpen from Smile On My Mac: Effortlessly edit your PDFs. Add text, images and signatures, combine and […]
10/4/20100
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MGG 288: Cool Stuff Found!

Yes, folks, it’s time again for one of your favorite Mac Geek Gab segments: Cool Stuff Found. Today it’s an entire show packed with all the stuff you and your favorite geeks have found in the last month. Listen and find all kinds of stuff you — and your Mac […]
9/27/20100
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MGG 287: Time Machine, ToDos on iPhone, Webcams, Multiple Clipboards

John and Dave discuss using the old Apple Pro Speakers on newer Macs (good luck!), Time Machine issues when moving disks between Macs, syncing tasks/todos from your Mac to your iPhone, Mac HD webcams, and multiple clipboards. Subscribe today — it’s cheap, just $25 for 6 months — and enjoy! […]
9/23/20100
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MGG 286: Problematic AirPort, iPhoto Tips, Speaker Sharing, More

Dave and John answer your questions about AirPort problems, share your tips about iPhoto usage, answer questions about sharing speakers amongst multiple output devices (even across a network!), and more. Subscribe today and download this episode for free! Sponsor: Yojimbo: Your effortless, reliable information organizer for Mac OS X. It […]
9/20/20100
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MGG 285: Time Machine, Swap Files, Test Accounts, More

John and Dave have put together a fantastic show for you this week. They talk about how to verify Time Machine backups, managing swap — and sleep — files on your Mac, how and why to create a new user test account, checking your power consumption, how to use multiple […]
9/13/20100
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MGG 284: General Troubleshooting, Mail Receipts, Safari Extensions

John and Dave talk and troubleshoot video issues, motherboard issues, and connecting to a headless Mac. Then it’s time for a discussion about tracking email recipients, and Dave even tells his crazy story about the guy who had gremlins in his computer — and got ‘em out! Don’t miss it. […]
9/9/20100
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MGG 283: iPhoto, Spotlight, Swap, and More!

This episode’s topics discussed — and solved! — include iPhoto library management and troubleshooting, getting Spotlight to index again, discussing how much swap is too much, and more. John and Dave dig into all this and more in a way that not only solves your problems, but helps you to […]
8/30/20100
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MGG 282: Safari Tabs, MobileMe Reset, Terminal Primer

John and Dave have a great discussion today answering your questions, sharing your tips, and more. Topics include tweaking Safari’s settings to load your custom tabs, resolving IR remote issues, an excellent primer on using Terminal Commands, Resetting mobileMe, and more. Subscribe today, support your two favorite geeks, and enjoy! […]
8/25/20100
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MGG 281: iTunes Management, Sleep Issues, AppleCare, More

John and Dave answer reader questions about managing iTunes music and libraries, helping listeners with sleep issues, troubleshooting AirPort and more. Then there are a few follow-up questions about PowerLine and how best to use it, plus some tips and thoughts from previous shows. Finally, Dave wraps it up telling […]
8/23/20100
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MGG 280: Battery Life, iTunes Accounts, Spotlight Searches

John and Dave kick off the week with a podcast full of your questions, their answers, combined tips, and valuable stories from the lives of your two favorite geeks! First it’s Dave and John answering questions about dealing with multiple iTunes accounts and best practices for prolonging the life of […]
8/16/20100
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MGG 279: Bad Motherboards, Unconnected Macs, Gmail, Hiding IPs

Dave has a MacBook Pro tale of woe to tell, then it’s off to listener questions and tips. Today’s topics include updating an unconnected Mac, sending mail from alternate addresses through Gmail, a question about hiding your IP address, and more! Note: Shownotes are complete! Stuff mentioned: The MacJury Mac […]
8/12/20100
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MGG 278: Cool Stuff Found, Powerline, More

It’s time for another Cool Stuff Found episode, and John and Dave deliver for sure! Some great things, including a replacement for the discontinued Visual Hub! Definitely download, tune in, and absorb this one! Sponsor: Yojimbo: Your effortless, reliable information organizer for Mac OS X. It will change your life, […]
8/9/20100
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MGG 277: Mail Tips, Secure Backups, Finding Preferences

John and Dave kick off August with a show that combines your feedback about previous topics with their answers and thoughts about new topics. Subjects covered include Mail tips, securing your backups (in some very creative ways!), managing videos, and more. Definitely check it out! Sponsor: Disc Label: Stretch your […]
8/4/20100
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MGG 276: Time Machine, Permissions, Remote Access, More

Dave and John answer some great questions today, including how best to have Time Machine only backup a fraction of your hard drive, fixing some permissions problems, securely shipping your hard drives and sensitive data, what to disable when you visit a hotel (or public hot spot) and more. Subscribe […]
7/28/20100
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MGG 275: Follow-ups, Time Machine, Troubleshooting, Fonts

Straight from the weekend into a show just for you, John and Dave have LOTS to cover today, including your tips and suggestions for a few previously-discussed topics, then it’s onto a Time Machine question, 10.6.4 troubleshooting, iCal digging, and more. Subscribe to this feed for free and enjoy! Sponsor: […]
7/26/20100
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MGG 274: Mail Questions, Funky Fonts, Mac to TV, More!

John and Dave are back with an action-packed (and info-packed!) show just for you. Lots of mail questions (both on the Mac and on the iPad!), troubleshooting Fonts, RAM, and a whole lot more! Sponsor: Yojimbo: Your effortless, reliable information organizer for Mac OS X. It will change your life, […]
7/22/20100
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MGG 273: Safari Wallpaper, Mac Programming, iPad Media Management, More

Dave and John answer your questions and solve your Mac (and iPad, and iPhone, and…) problems! Topics today include finding (and removing) that pesky Safari wallpaper, best ways to begin programming on the Mac (and iPhone, and iPad, and…), best practices for migrating to a new machine, and getting your […]
7/9/20100
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MGG 272: Lightning, Network Diagnostics, Error Numbers and Permissions

Dave and John answer your questions and share your tips (and their tips) with topics including lightning (and what it means to you and your computer), issues updating third-party software, understanding error numbers, solving time machine problems and more! Sponsor: TextExpander: The customizable typing shortcut utility – if you’re not […]
7/7/20100
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MGG 271: Shortcuts, AppleCare, Consulting Advice, and More

John and Dave end out June with this packed Premium episode. Topics include AppleCare advice and discounts, setting your own shortcut keys, advice for Mac consultants, and more! If you’re not already subscribed, it’s just $25 for 6 months of additional content from your two favorite geeks! Note: Shownotes are […]
6/30/20100
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MGG 270: Your Questions Answered and Your Tips Shared

The mailbag overfloweth, and your geeks do their best to get through it and answer all your questions, including emptying pesky trashes, printing to non-bonjour print servers, external projector display issues, helping revive a sick Mac Mini, and lots, lots more! Subscribe, download today’s episode (it’s free now!) and enjoy! […]
6/28/20100
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MGG 269: A Ton of Cool Stuff Found

The Cool Stuff Found has simply piled too high, which means it’s time for an episode just chock full of all these tips, apps, and tidbits that will undoubtedly help make your Mac and Apple-centric computing life a better place. Download today and enjoy! Sponsor: Circus Ponies Notebook: The Easy […]
6/21/20100
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MGG 268: Mac Tools, Ethernet Cables, Spyware and More

For this first Premium episode of June, John and Dave talk through all KINDS of topics, answering your questions about Mac disk tools, iPad documents, runaway Rosettas, Mac Spyware, and more. Subscribe today (it’s only $25 for 6 months!), support your two favorite geeks, and enjoy! Note: Shownotes are complete! […]
6/18/20100
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MGG 267: Migrating With Snow Leopard, Q&A, and Tips!

With WWDC out of the way, your two favorite Mac geeks come together to answer your questions and solve your problems. Additionally, Dave shares some first-hand experience with upgrading and migrating Snow Leopard-based Macs, and how things are different now. Sponsor: Yojimbo: Your effortless, reliable information organizer for Mac OS […]
6/14/20100
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MGG 266: WWDC, Safari, iPhone 4, WiFi, and Traveling

Dave’s out at WWDC, John’s back in the home office, and your two favorite geeks talk through WWDC, WiFi issues, travel stories, and more! Sponsor: GoToAssist® Express: Instantly view and control customer computers with secure, easy-to-use GoToAssist® Express. Try it FREE for 30 days. Note: Shownotes are complete! Stuff mentioned: […]
6/10/20100
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MGG 265: Restoring, Cleaning, Fixing, and Scanning… On Your Mac!

Dave and John kick off June with an episode chock full of tips shared and questions answered. Sponsor: Disc Label: Custom CDs and DVDs of music and photos, with great-looking labels and cases, make wonderful gifts. Sponsor: Circus Ponies Notebook: The Easy Way to Get Organized on the Mac. Try […]
6/2/20100
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MGG 264: Email Accounts, Partitions, Displays, and Permissions

John and Dave wrap up May with this Premium episode chock full of juicy info, tips, and answers to your questions! Note: Shownotes are complete! Stuff mentioned: Detect external displays with the keyboard Mac OS X Keyboard Shortcuts Mac OS X Keyboard Shortcuts (via Apple) SwitchResX The Cuckoo’s Egg Mach […]
5/26/20100
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MGG 263: WiFi, Files, Storage, Batteries, and More

A couple of themes emerged this week, including WiFi problems, file & storage concerns, batteries, and more. Check out what your favorite geeks — and their listeners — have to say about all this! Sponsor: Audio Engine: Audioengine A5 and A2 — Real speakers designed for portable audio players that […]
5/24/20100
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MGG 262: Cool Stuff Found, Tips, Follow-Ups

John and Dave are back with a huge list of Cool Stuff Found both from you AND from your two favorite geeks. Then it’s off to some tips and follow-ups from previous episodes and, if time, even a question or two. Come join the fun, folks… this one is action-packed! […]
5/17/20100
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MGG 261: Routers Righted, Acronyms Explained, Bootcamp Backed-up, and More!

Your two favorite geeks are back again this week, this time with a Premium show answering yet more of your questions and sharing a plethora of tips! Topics include AirPort forgetfulness, browsing history, key remapping, and many, many acronyms explained for your pleasure! Subscribe, download, and enjoy today! Note: Shownotes […]
5/13/20100
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MGG 260: Address Book, Desktop, Upgrade Timing, and More!

Dave and John have a busy show today, answering your questions about Address Book duplicates, disappearing desktop icons, how to time your Mac upgrades, SSD write cycle limits, additional Dropbox hints and tips, and more! Sponsor: BBEdit: BBEdit is the leading professional-strength HTML and text editor for the Macintosh. A […]
5/10/20100
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MGG 259: Screen Sleep, Console, Resource Forks, Reader Tips, and More

Dave and John kick off May discussing sleep and screen saver issues, resource forks, MacBook Pro upgrades, Quicken comments, Bookmark Syncing and more! Subscribe and download today! Sponsor: TextExpander: The customizable typing shortcut utility – if you’re not using it, you’re wasting time. Sponsor: Circus Ponies Notebook: The Easy Way […]
5/3/20100
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MGG 258: Keyboards, Domain Blocking, Dead Mac, and More

Wrapping up the month of April, John and Dave bring this Friday-afternoon Premium edition show straight to you (and for you…). Today your two favorite geeks talk through keyboard management, why you can run more than 4GB of RAM with a 32-bit kernel, a non-booting iMac, parental domain blocking, Mac […]
4/30/20100
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MGG 257: Bookmarks, Symlinks, Spotlight Security & Geek Challenges

Dave and John answer your questions about remote bookmark availability, Time Capsule concerns, Screen dimming, and Spotlight security issues. This one’s chock full of great info, including some tips from Dave’s recent travels. Subscribe and download today! Sponsor: Audio Engine: Audioengine A5 and A2 — Real speakers designed for portable […]
4/28/20100
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MGG 256: The Connection History of Two Geeks

John and Dave come to you after recording live, with video, for this special episode 256. This week your two favorite geeks talk through their history of connecting to other computers, discussing modems, acoustic couplers, and more! Sponsor: Circus Ponies Notebook: The Easy Way to Get Organized on the Mac. […]
4/27/20100
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MGG 255: Cool Stuff Found, Backups, Utilities, and More

Dave and John share some new items in the Cool Stuff Found list, then answer questions about Dropbox, Time Machine, Backups, Quality of Service, Pages, and lots of discussion about various cool Mac utilities. Note: Shownotes are complete! Stuff mentioned: Exchange + Repair Extension Programs AppleSerialNumberInfo Service and Repair Mouse […]
4/15/20100
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MGG 254: Storage, AirDisk, 10.6.3 Woes, SD Cards, and WebKit

John and Dave have a TON to go through this week. The mailbag was overflowing with your follow-ups and tips from previous weeks, so your two favorite geeks discuss those and answer some of your questions. First, though, they talk through having — and solving — some 10.6.3-related issues as […]
4/12/20100
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MGG 253: 10.6.3, iPad, SXSW, SD, SSD, and More!

John and Dave have an agenda longer than BOTH of their arms put together today, so Pilot Pete joins the show, too, to lend a hand (and an arm!). Lots happening in the Mac and Apple universe this week, and that means lots of questions and tips for your two […]
4/5/20100
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MGG 252: Word Processor Defaults, Drive Formatting Differences, Audio Streaming

John and Dave end the month of March with this episode discussing the default settings of both Microsoft Word and Pages, and some issues with both, then they move on to some important nuances when choosing a format for your hard drives. Also discussed are streaming audio to multiple sets […]
3/29/20100
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MGG 251: AirPort, RSS, SuperDrives, and Altitudes

Dave’s back from South by Southwest, and he and John talk through your questions, problems, and share your tips. Sponsor: Audio Engine: Audioengine A5 and A2 — Real speakers designed for portable audio players that deliver astonishing sound (and don’t cost a fortune).  You can’t get better sound for your […]
3/22/20100
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MGG 250: SXSW, Time Machine, Mail Tips, & Network Performance

Dave’s in Austin for SXSW, but your geeks brave the hotel bandwidth and bring you this episode of the Mac Geek Gab. Topics include Time Machine, measuring network performance, and more! Don’t miss it. Sponsor: Circus Ponies Notebook: The Easy Way to Get Organized on the Mac. Try it FREE […]
3/17/20100
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MGG 249: Terminal, Backups, Quick Look and More!

John and Dave come to you on this Friday morning for the first Premium show of March. This one’s full of great info, including how to manage login items, spotlight, and Safari’s default search engine. Then your geeks get into a good primer discussion for how to safely use the […]
3/12/20100
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MGG 248: John Enters The New Millennium

John and Dave back this week, and John’s done a LOT of upgrades on his end. There are a ton of tips to share, too. Don’t miss it! Sponsor: Yojimbo: Your effortless, reliable information organizer for Mac OS X. It will change your life, without changing the way you work. […]
3/8/20100
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MGG 247: The Week The Lights Went Out in New Hampshire

John and Dave dig and then dig some more to tell you about all the Cool Stuff Found that crossed their paths over the past few weeks. Then it’s off to sharing your tips and answering your questions in this excellent episode of Mac Geek Gab! Sponsor: PDFpen from Smile […]
3/3/20100
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MGG 246: PDF Annotation, Startup Chime, Remote Spam Training, & SSD!

Dave and John are back for this second Mac Geek Gab Premium episode for February. Lots of juicy stuff today, including POP vs IMAP, Annotating PDFs, Startup Chimes, Safari toolbars, and a quick refresher on SSDs. Subscribe today and enjoy! Shownotes are complete! Stuff mentioned: StartupSound.prefPane Code to silence the […]
2/25/20100
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MGG 245: Prepping a Mac for Sale or Service, Your Questions, and More!

The mailbag is overflowing, and John and Dave do their best to get through as much of your feedback as possible. A common theme this week is prepping your Mac for sale or service, and your two favorite geeks talk through that as well as sharing some listener tips on […]
2/22/20100
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MGG 243: Live From Macworld Expo 2010 it’s… Mail Questions and More!

John and Dave took the Main Stage last Thursday just as the show floor opened at Macworld Expo and recorded Mac Geek Gab 243 to a packed house. The two shared their thoughts on some of their show-floor picks, then went on to take questions from the audience which, to […]
2/16/20100
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MGG 244: iTunes Questions & Tips, Macworld Wrap-up, More!

John and Dave are back from Macworld Expo, ready to roll. They share their thoughts on the show, answer your iTunes questions and share your iTunes tips (including something close to the Holy Grail…), then off to discuss routers, BlueTooth issues, and more! Sponsor: Yojimbo: Your effortless, reliable information organizer […]
2/15/20100
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MGG 242: Keychains, Admin Accounts, Personal Finance, Virtualization

Dave and John are back for a second time this week, talking about Keychain passwords, the pros and cons of admin accounts, personal finance software options, comparing VirtualBox with others, and more! Don’t miss it, download today! Sponsor: Yojimbo: Your effortless, reliable information organizer for Mac OS X. It will […]
2/5/20100
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MGG 241: Sleepy Macs, Defragging, SysPrefs and Cool Stuff Found

Dave and John dig into the mailbag and discuss a few issues of sleepless Macs, managing system preferences, defragmentation and then a great Cool Stuff Found segment. Don’t miss it – download today! Sponsor: PDFpen from Smile On My Mac: Effortlessly edit your PDFs. Add text, images and signatures, combine […]
2/2/20100
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MGG 240: Your Mac Questions & Tips Plus iPad First Impressions

John and Dave share your questions and tips regarding all this Mac and, of course, can’t help but spend a little time talking about the recently-announced iPad from Apple. Plus, John gets into not one but TWO great rants (you’ll never think of “bumper cars” the same after hearing this!). […]
1/28/20100
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MGG 239: Follow-ups and Tips Galore

This week John and Dave turn it over to you, the listeners, to share all the tips, thoughts, follow-ups and responses you’ve had to recent shows. There were so many good tidbits in the mailbag over the past week or so that it made sense to devote a whole show […]
1/26/20100
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MGG 238: Interview with Macworld Expo’s Paul Kent

As has become tradition, once per year Macworld Expo’s Paul Kent comes on the Mac Geek Gab to give us his info, perspective and most importantly his vision of the show this year. Tune in and spend some time with Paul as he tells us what they’ve cooked up and […]
1/22/20100
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MGG 237: Gmail Browser Issues, Switching to IMAP, Network Drives and More!

In today’s episode of The Mac Geek Gab, John and Dave answer questions relating to Gmail issues, discuss the benefits of IMAP mail servers, network drive usage, RAID storage, extending an ethernet network, connecting your Mac to a projector and more! Note: Shownotes are complete! Stuff mentioned: Help Haiti earthquake […]
1/19/20100
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MGG 236: Video Encoding, Damaged Preferences, Unfreezing Locked-Up Macs and More

John and Dave take this snowy New England Monday afternoon to dig through the mailbag, answering questions and sharing tips about things including encoding video on your Mac, the telltale signs of damaged preference files (and how to fix them!), getting a locked-up Mac to speak again, and much, much […]
1/18/20100
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MGG 235: CES, Snow Leopard Printing, Cool Stuff Found, Sharing One Computer

Dave’s back from CES with tales to tell, John has his own successful tales of printing woes, and then it’s onto your tips, Cool Stuff Found, and sharing one computer amongst family members. All this… and LOTS more… available to download for free! Sponsor: Yojimbo: Your effortless, reliable information organizer […]
1/12/20100
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MGG 234: Window Management, Mac Migration, NTFS, Upgrades!

It’s a new year and your favorite Mac geek podcast hosts are back in action, on schedule, and with a show chock FULL of tasty tidbits, questions, answers and, of course, cool stuff found. Want to learn how to manage application windows like a ninja? Curious about using NTFS? Migrating […]
1/5/20100
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MGG 233: Hackintosh, Page Outs, Shutdown Scripts, IPs

Dave Hackintoshed a Dell Mini 10v over the weekend, and he and John talk through that process — it’s easier than you might think! Then he and John answer some of your questions and share your tips with topics including swap files, pageouts, shutdown scripts, finding IP addresses and much, […]
12/29/20090
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MGG 232: Networks, Spotlight, Mail and More!

John and Dave take this Monday morning opportunity to answer and share as many of your questions as is possible in the time given! Today they talk about Networks, scanning for missing printers, checking out Mail connection problems, fixing spotlight, and much, much more. Of course, your two favorite geeks […]
12/21/20090
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MGG 231: Finder, Install, Backup Tips, Verbose Startup, More!

Starting a new phase for the Mac Geek Gab, this marks the inaugural episode of the Mac Geek Gab Premium. We've had listeners asking for more content, and we've also had listeners offering to support the show directly. We certainly appreciate our sponsors, and the sponsored-shows will continue. This is […]
12/14/20090
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MGG 230: Mail, Printing, Handbrake, and Virtualized Video

John and Dave talk through the answers to your tough questions, including those about Mail, printing problems, Handbrake settings for movie-to-iPhone conversions, and Windows video settings on your Mac. Subscribe today! Sponsor: BBEdit: BBEdit is the leading professional-strength HTML and text editor for the Macintosh. A text power tool for […]
12/13/20090
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MGG 229: Cool Stuff Found, Bandwidth Monitoring, Bookmark Sorting, More!

Some great listener questions, tips, and especially Cool Stuff Found highlight this week's episode. John and Dave take you through all of it, ensuring you understand that which is mentioned. Want to know how to measure your Internet bandwidth? Want to sort your Safari Bookmarks? Need to tweak your Menu […]
12/8/20090
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MGG 228: Neither Geeks Nor Listeners Are Turkeys

John and Dave come straight out of the US Thanksgiving holiday and into your ears, hearts, and heads sharing both their AND your Mac knowledge tips, queries, and concerns. Topics include troubleshooting Safari, saving your iDisk, Monitoring internet usage with AirPort Base Stations, and not one but two great utilities […]
12/1/20090
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MGG 227: Folder Syncing, Ethernet, Router, Backup, and More!

Dave's back from vacation and he and John have a show packed with info, tips, and tricks just for you. Answering your questions about ethernet, time machine, mail drafts, and software updates they make sure you understand the “why” behind the “how to.” This week's episode also includes listener solutions […]
11/24/20090
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MGG 226: Magic Mouse, Apple Battery Secrets, Q&A

A special weekend show with tons of great info. Dave shares his initial thoughts on the Magic Mouse, then he and John dig into some more information about MacBook (and MacBook Pro) removable batteries, including what constitutes a “cycle” and dissecting AppleCare's battery replacement policies. Then its on to your […]
11/8/20090
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MGG 225: Mail Fixes, Open With, Batteries, Renaming and Mac Tips

The mailbags were full this week, folks, and John and Dave do their best to tackle everything that came in. Voicemail, email, and Twitter messages lead your favorite geeks through fixing Mail.app sounds, opening files with different apps, sleep and battery advice, what locum is, and more Mac and iPhone […]
11/3/20090
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MGG 224: AirPort Express, Quirky Keyboards, Switcher Questions, and Mac Tips!

Your two favorite Mac geeks come together yet again to share your tips, answer your questions and solve your problems. Regularly voted one of the best Mac podcasts on iTunes, you won't want to miss this week's episode. John and Dave answer questions about AirPort Express in hotels, keyboards acting […]
10/27/20090
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MGG 223: New Apple Stuff, Snow Leopard Oddities, Travel Gadgets

Recovered (or at least recovering!) from their travels to BlogWorld Expo, John and Dave serve up a healthy dose of gab, geek-style, all the while translating into terms for everyone to understand. Topics discussed include multi-platform IM clients, Snow Leopard sleeping issues, USB hard drives, Flash malfunctioning, and two products […]
10/21/20090
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MGG 222: Keyboard Replacements, Geek Challenges, and Traveling Geeks

John and Dave are in Las Vegas for BlogWorld Expo 2009 and deliver this week's show together from the hotel. Being on the road doesn't stop them, though, and the show goes through all your questions, troubles, tips and more. Plus, John shares his tale of woe… and the resolution […]
10/16/20090
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MGG 221: QuickLook and Font Crashes, Ground Hums, and More!

Snow Leopard's QuickLook crashes: solved. Bad fonts showing up in FireFox? Solved. Wireless passwords? Found! John and Dave answer all your questions, then it's on to sharing your tips about ground hums, clipboard managers and more! Sponsor: PDFpen from Smile On My Mac: Effortlessly edit your PDFs. Add text, images […]
10/6/20090
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MGG 220: Your Mac Questions Answered and a BlogWorld Expo Interview

John and Dave interview Dave Cynkin and Rick Calvert of BlogWorld Expo, and secretly (or perhaps not so!) try to convert Rick to the Mac. After the interview, Dave and John get back to MGG proper form and answer your questions and share your tips. Subscribe today and don't miss […]
9/29/20090
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MGG 219: Clipboards, Cool Stuff Found, Audio, iLife, and DVDs!

Dave and John talk through a slew of Cool Stuff Found, including Snow Leopard Option Key tricks, the toolbar, multiple clipboards, eSATA and making Snow Leopard more stable. Then it's on to answering your questions, and the fun continues with syncing, Dual Layer DVDs, Ground hum and more. John attended […]
9/22/20090
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MGG 218: For a Good Time, Call 206-666-GEEK!

John and Dave are back after a well-deserved one-episode break with all your Mac goodness.  Lots of Cool Stuff Found from both your favorite geeks and all of you listeners, plus we've seen updates to Snow Leopard, iTunes, and even the iPhone deserves a mention. All that and more right […]
9/15/20090
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MGG 217: Snow Leopard Geek and Listener Reports, Questions, and More!

Snow Leopard arrived for everyone over the weekend and John and Dave go through what they found as well as sharing quite a few things all of YOU found, as well. Subscribe today and don't miss another episode! Sponsor: TextExpander: The customizable typing shortcut utility – if you’re not using […]
9/1/20090
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MGG 216: Snow Leopard Coming, New MGG Forums, Bad DVD Drives, More!

John and Dave are back at it.  Snow Leopard WILL be here this Friday, and John and Dave go through some preliminary steps to help you prepare for the move. There's also a new forum for MGG listeners and hosts to hang out here at TMO, plus more Mac geeky […]
8/25/20090
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MGG 215: Meaty, Beaty, Big Mac Files

The topics of this week's episode are wide-ranging, including how to deal with the large files created by Mac OS X's unix underpinnings, preparing a bit for Snow Leopard, digging deeper into Time Machine, and John, Dave and Michael all installed SSD drives over the weekend. Subscribe today for free […]
8/20/20090
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MGG 214: A Dazzling Array of Mac Info

John and Dave are at it again, this time discussing boot issues, sleep issues, hardware detection, RAM usage, Network settings, WiFi diagnoses and more.  Subscribe today and don't miss another episode! Sponsor: BBEdit: BBEdit is the leading professional-strength HTML and text editor for the Macintosh. A text power tool for […]
8/11/20090
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MGG 213: When Hardware Acts Bad But Isn’t… Is it?

This week a series of seemingly unrelated questions came in all with issues related to bad hardware… or at least seems so on the surface before your two favorite Mac Geeks dissect them and help get to the answer! Then John and Dave have some follow-ups from recent shows discussing […]
8/5/20090
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MGG 212: Unmounting Disks, Screen Recording, Sync Configuration, Network Settings, More!

Your favorite Mac geeks, John and Dave, are back with a show chock full of questions, tips, Mac goodness and more! Hear them talk through their solutions for unmounting disks on shutdown, manging network configurations, resolving sync issues, and more. They also share tips and tricks about screen recording, Disk […]
7/28/20090
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MGG 211: Login, Sleep, PowerLine, ExpressCard, SSD, Oh My!

This episode is chock full of your favorite geeks talking about your favorite topic: the Mac! First they answer some listener questions and share listener feedback about logging in, sleeping, powerline, and activity monitor.  Then it's time to revisit two recent favorites: ExpressCard/34 and SSD.  Yep, there's more to be […]
7/14/20090
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MGG 210: iTunes, iPhoto, Printing Tips and Fixes, SSD Follow-up, and More!

John and Dave answer your questions and share tips about iTunes libraries, iLife and iPhoto support, Resetting Mac OS X’s Printing System, System Maintenance Scripts, and then a follow-up discussion of SSD drives for your Mac.  John also talks about some Cool Stuff Found at a recent PepCom show.  Subscribe […]
7/8/20090
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MGG 209: The Long and Short of Mac Questions & RunCore SSD

Dave and John answer reader questions about b/g clients degrading 802.11n networks, hard drive troubleshooting, ExpressCard slot uses, stalling downloads, virtual memory on the iPhone, and Dave talks about his experience using a RunCore SSD drive on his MacBook Pro. Subscribe today for free and enjoy! Sponsor: Audio Engine: Audioengine […]
6/30/20090
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MGG 208: iTunes Library Management, Migration Advice, Bandwidth Monitoring and Tips!

Should you keep iTunes on your boot drive? If not, then where? How best to migrate from a PowerPC to an Intel Mac? How do I monitor bandwidth that each application on my Mac is using? Why won't images appear in my email?  All these questions are answered — and […]
6/24/20090
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MGG 207: Automounting, Default App Launching, Repartitioning, and Cable Modem Signal Strength

John and Dave are back in the TMO Towers East this week answering listener questions, sharing tips, and more. Topics include automounting disks, setting default apps for documents, starting to program on the Mac, repartitioning and more. One item of note is a discussion about cable modems, their signal strengths, […]
6/16/20090
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MGG 206: WWDC, Snow Leopard, MiFi, and iPhone 3G S

Dave and John chat for you about the WWDC keynote, Dave’s travels, and the hardware released from Apple today.  Subscribe for free and never miss another episode from your favorite geeks! Sponsor: BBEdit: BBEdit is the leading professional-strength HTML and text editor for the Macintosh. A text power tool for […]
6/9/20090
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MGG 205: Live Questions, Battery Health, DOCSIS 3, and More!

John and Dave took the show back to Talkshoe, this time incorporating some pre-prepped material along with the live questions and comments.  The live aspect brings some additional spontaneity and yet still the same geeks you know and love. Definitely not an episode you’ll want to miss! Sponsor: Disc Label […]
6/2/20090
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MGG 204: Cool Stuff Found, Wi-Fi Followups, Battery Maintenance and More

Dave and John start with some cool stuff found that they just couldn’t get to last week, then move on to continue the wireles network setup discussion with some great tidbits of info. After that, they start answering questions, discussing battery maintenance and more. Subscribe today for free! Sponsor: Audio Engine: […]
5/26/20090
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MGG #203: Mac OS Upgrades and WiFi Network Design

Dave and John talk about the latest Mac OS X 10.5.7 update (and the path it took John to get there!), then move into a valuable and entertaining discussion about planning and setting up your wireless/AirPort network. Subscribe today for free and don’t miss another episode again! Sponsor: Circus Ponies Notebook: […]
5/19/20090
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MGG #202: Tech Support Techniques, Cool Stuff Found, and More!

Great advice from your favorite Mac Geeks starts out with a discussion on best practices for dealing with Technical Support reps, then dives into a virtual pile of Cool Stuff Found by all of you. Subscribe today for free and don’t miss another episode! Sponsor: BBEdit: BBEdit is the leading professional-strength […]
5/12/20090
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MGG #201: Cool Stuff Found, Booting, Wireless, Upgrades, USB, and More

John and Dave do their best tonight to keep up with the overflowing mailbag by answering your questions and sharing your tips about wireless access, booting from external drives, RAM upgrades, USB devices, and fixing Time Machine bundles. Also some cool stuff found, including Pogoplug, Runcore SSD drives, Fission, Hazel […]
5/5/20090
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Mac Geek Gab #200: Live On The Net!

Your favorite Mac geeks celebrated their 200th episode by “airing” the taping of the show live on TalkShoe, complete with listener interaction. Great stuff here, as always, and the show has an interesting real-time vibe to it, as well!  Topics include WiFi, Time Machine, Time Capsule, cron/launchd, Mouse acceleration, and […]
4/28/20090
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Mac Geek Gab #199: Hard Drives, Networking, Older Macs and More

John and Dave, live (to tape, er, hard disk!) discussing your tips, questions, queries, concerns, and favorite Mac apps! Sponsor:Circus Ponies Notebook: The Easy Way to Get Organized on the Mac. Try it FREE for 30 Days. Note: Shownotes are complete! Greenspring Townhomes DD-WRT Linksys WRT150N Wireless-N Home Router BSSID […]
4/19/20090
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Mac Geek Gab #198: Backups, Wi-Fi, AppleCare Experiences, and More!

More Dock tips, backup strategies, long-haul WiFi, and general troubleshooting questions about your Mac round out this week’s episode with your favorite geeks, John and Dave. Subscribe for free today! Sponsor:BBEdit: BBEdit is the leading professional-strength HTML and text editor for the Macintosh. A text power tool for everyone! Note: […]
4/14/20090
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Mac Geek Gab #197: Dock Customization, Cool Stuff Found, RDC, WiFi, and More!

Dave and John are back in the saddle for another Monday evening filled with Mac geekery of all sorts, including answering your questions, solving your problems, and sharing your tips! This week’s episode includes a healthy focus on Mac OS X’s Dock, including a few tricky ways to customize it […]
4/7/20090
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Mac Geek Gab #196: Mac Questions Answered, Tips Shared, and Cool Stuff Found

John and Dave are at it again for a special second scheduling-induced show this week! This time they’ve got real-world stories to share and tips from all of you. Of course, a few listener questions will be answered, as well, rounding out today’s weekend show! Sponsor:Audio Engine: Audioengine A5 and […]
3/28/20090
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Mac Geek Gab #195: WiFi Tips and Tricks, RAM Upgrade Truths, SXSW Stories and More

More WiFi wisdom, questions, and love from your favorite geeks and all of their great listeners! Dave and John are back with an audio-comment-filled show that also covers Dave’s trip to South by Southwest, some RAM upgrade options, and more. Sponsor:Circus Ponies Notebook: The Easy Way to Get Organized on […]
3/25/20090
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Mac Geek Gab #194: Troubleshooting AirPort, Full Drives, Upgrades, NTFS

John and Dave discuss solutions for listeners’ AirPort problems, full hard drives, what to do when sending a laptop in for repair and more. Then they share listener tips for connecting to NTFS file systems and decompressing RAR archives. Send in your question and the geeks will likely get you […]
3/10/20090
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Mac Geek Gab #193: Safari 4 Beta, Switcher Questions, Buying External Drives, Podcast Management

Dave and John have a lot on the agenda for this week’s episode, including (but certainly not limited to!) Safari 4 beta, Switcher questions, formatting large drives, routers, and podcast management. Subscribe for free today and never miss an episode again! Sponsor:PDFpenfromSmile On My Mac: Effortlessly edit your PDFs. Add […]
3/3/20090
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Mac Geek Gab #192: Time Machine, QoS, Drobo, Syncing, DVDs, Dock Hiding and More

John and Dave are here delivering all kinds of stuff today. A quick follow-up on the Drobo, including some listener tips, then some Time Machine discussion, which leads into listener questions about DVDs, Quality of Service, hiding the Dock, and more. Subscribe for free today and don’t miss another episode! […]
2/17/20090
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Mac Geek Gab #191: Drobo, DroboShare, Podcast Playing Tips, and Shared Volumes in Finder

Dave set up the Drobo and DroboShare this weekend, and even played with some DroboApps, so he and John take some time to talk through his experiences and the devices themselves. Then it’s on to listener feedback and questions, including some iPod-related podcast-playing tips, how best to display mounted shares […]
2/10/20090
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Mac Geek Gab #190: Macs to HDMI, DropBox for Sharing, Syncing Calendars, Migration

Listener questions answered, tips shared and more, with topics including syncing files and calendars using DropBox and MobileMe, migrating to a new Mac, and sharing an AirPort connection. Subscribe today for free! Sponsor:PDFpenfromSmile On My Mac: Effortlessly edit your PDFs. Add text, images and signatures, combine and split PDFs, reorder […]
2/3/20090
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Mac Geek Gab #189: Macs and TV, File Sharing, and Networking

John and Dave answer your questions, solve your problems, and share your tips! This episode has them talking through converting video files, watching your Mac on TV (yep!), some file sharing for both Macs and Windows, and lots more. Subscribe today for free! Sponsor:Audio Engine: Audioengine A5 and A2—Real speakers […]
1/27/20090
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Mac Geek Gab #188: Safari Vulnerability, iPhoto Facial Recognition, Listener Tips, and More!

Dave starts off discussing a strange issue with his monitor setup and how he got it resolved, then he and John are on to the latest Safari vulnerability, some updates and corrections from listeners about previous shows, and they wrap up talking about some new gadgets and toys they’ve been […]
1/20/20090
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Mac Geek Gab #187: BusyCal, Virtual Box, and Extending Wireless Limits

Back from Macworld Expo, John and Dave have a relatively “normal” show for you this week.  First they cover a few remaining items from Macworld Expo, including the upcoming BusyCal and a virtual machine from Sun.  Then they move on to answer your questions about extending and enhancing WiFi connections, […]
1/13/20090
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Mac Geek Gab #186: Cool Stuff Found at Macworld Expo, Live From The Show Floor

Live again from the podcast stage at Macworld Expo in San Francisco, John and Dave talk about the coolest stuff they’ve found on the show floor, and then of course take some listener/attendee questions. LOTS of fun to be had here, folks! Note: Shownotes are complete! Macworld Expo Mac Observer […]
1/10/20090
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Mac Geek Gab #185: Live from Macworld Expo, Keynote Thoughts and Attendee Questions

Live from the podcast stage at Macworld Expo, John and Dave share their thoughts about the keynote announcements, wax poetic about Macworld Expo, and even take listener questions live from the crowd!   Note: Shownotes are complete! Macworld 2009 Keynote Live Coverage of the Macworld Expo Keynote Address by Phil […]
1/7/20090
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Mac Geek Gab #184: Macworld Expo Prep, Security Certificates, and Cool Stuff Found!

John and Dave have arrived in San Francisco for Macworld Expo and recorded today’s show from the hotel room. Everything’s shaping up to be a great show, and John and Dave talk through their experiences and thoughts about it. Then it’s on to some security certificate clarifications as well as […]
1/6/20090
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Mac Geek Gab #183: Expo Attendance Tips, Wireless Safety, Disk Buffers, and a Full Desktop

In this final show of the year before heading off to San Francisco for Macworld Expo, John and Dave start by sharing the tips that they — and you! — have acquired over the years attending trade shows. Listen for advice from the pros on how to survive the big […]
12/30/20080
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Mac Geek Gab #182: Geek Potluck Holiday Dinner: Questions, Tips, Tinfoil Hats and Rants!

John and Dave sync up for a crazy show in this crazy holiday week. The questions run all over from dual monitors to security certificates to MobileMe and everything in between. Dave even chimes in with a classic rant about MobileMe (did you think he wouldn’t??). This is one for […]
12/23/20080
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Mac Geek Gab #181: Macworld without Jobs? Plus AirPort, Time Machine, iPhoto, and Ports!

Dave’s back from vacation and he and John are back in action answering your questions and solving your problems. But first they talk about today’s announcement from Apple about their plans for pulling out of future Macworld Expos.  This show goes from basic to geeky and back, all while your […]
12/17/20080
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Mac Geek Gab #180: Interview with Paul Kent about Macworld Expo

In this special-edition MGG, Dave interviews Paul Kent, VP of IDG and head honcho for Macworld Expo. Dave and Paul talk through all the new stuff coming at the Expo and also discuss fixes that IDG has put in place for WiFi, Edge, 3G, and pass pick-up/registration. Definitely one you […]
12/8/20080
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Mac Geek Gab #179: Bridge Mode, Sending Remote Email, 100% CPU usage, and Your Tips!

Back in action before Dave heads on vacation, he and John go through as many of your questions and tips as they can during this action-packed episode of Mac Geek Gab. With topics like Time Capsule bridge mode, sending email from remote locations, finding out – and fixing – those […]
12/3/20080
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Mac Geek Gab #178: Batch Permission Changes, Encrypting Follow-up, Re-Enabling AirPort, and GigE

John and Dave are local in New Hampshire, no bandwidth issues to get in the way today! Just a straight-ahead podcast answering your questions, helping you change permissions, re-enable Airport, suss out GigE versus FireWire speeds, and even a follow-up on encrypting your data. Good stuff! Subscribe for free today. […]
11/28/20080
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Mac Geek Gab #177: Disappearing icons, OpenDNS, Slow Network Refresh, Transfer Speeds, and More

John and Dave talk about restoring icons in Finder windows, the merits of OpenDNS, Defragging (and a geeky sidebar!), Leopard’s slow network browse refreshes, software updates, and more! Sponsor:Circus Ponies Notebook: The Easy Way to Get Organized on the Mac. Try it FREE for 30 Days. Sponsor:Audible: Get a 14-Day […]
11/25/20080
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Mac Geek Gab #176: Travel Gear, Multiple Audio Outputs, Windows Remote Control, and Geeky Network Fu

Dave’s doing the show from Austin this week, so he shares his thoughts about some of the new gear he’s equipped for this trip. Then he and John go on to share your tips and answer your questions about printer presets, multiple audio sources, remote controlling Windows computers, Time Machine […]
11/18/20080
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Mac Geek Gab #175: Cool Stuff Found, Public Wi-Fi Security, Time Machine Fix, and Expo Ticket Contes

 A week off brings your geeks back raring to go, and they chat through some cool stuff YOU found, a possible fix for Time Machine errors, security connecting to public WiFi networks, and more. On top of all that, they announce a contest at The Mac Observer where you can […]
11/10/20080
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Mac Geek Gab #174: Wireless Router Options, Backups, Listener Tips, and New Mac Setup

You ask, John and Dave answer! This episode includes a discussion about setting up a new Mac, answers about which wireless router is best, options for backing up and migrating iApp data, and listener tips about DNS, selling your Mac, Remote pairing, and more. Subscribe for free today! Sponsor:Circus Ponies […]
10/27/20080
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Mac Geek Gab #173: Migrating to a New Mac, Remote Network Config, Slow Safari Loads and More!

Dave and John offer some advice for folks migrating from one Mac to another, find an interesting solution for remotely configuring network settings, discussing reasons for slow Safari loads and even more! Don’t miss it!   Sponsor:Circus Ponies Notebook: The Easy Way to Get Organized on the Mac. Try it […]
10/20/20080
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Mac Geek Gab #172: Maintenance Utilities, Wiring For Broadband, System Preferences Issues and Cool S

 John and Dave answer your questions about network backups, drive utilities, crashing preferences, and more. Additionally, they have lots of follow-ups and tips to share on previous topics including shutdown delays and wiring issues. Subscribe for free today! Sponsor: BBEdit: BBEdit is the leading professional-strength HTML and text editor for the […]
10/13/20080
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Mac Geek Gab #171: WiFi Troubleshooting, iApp issues, Shutdown Problems and More Media Longevity

Your two favorite Mac geeks talk through WiFi issues, Shutdown problems, Safari troubleshooting, and iTunes library dilemmas. Plus, listener tips about recordable-media longevity put a nice cap on that topic of extended conversation. Subscribe (for free!) now and don’t miss another episode. Sponsor: PDFpen from Smile On My Mac: Effortlessly edit your PDFs. […]
10/6/20080
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Mac Geek Gab #170: Recordable CD/DVD Longevity, FireWire iPod Charging, Drive Speeds, and More

Dave and John share their findings on the expected longevity of recordable CDs and DVDs, then answer your questions relating to all things Mac. Lots of good stuff here, folks. Subscribe for free today! Listen Now: Download: or (AAC coming shortly courtesy […]
9/29/20080
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Mac Geek Gab #169: ACMT, Lightning, and PGP Whole Disk Encryption

Take John F. Braun, Dave Hamilton, Pilot Pete and a week’s worth of questions, pack them into one (virtual!) room, and what do you get? MGG 169 is the answer, and packed is the word! Your geeks talk through some printer software advice and Apple Consultant training. Plus, John found […]
9/22/20080
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Mac Geek Gab #168: Genius Tips, Numlock, AirDisk Answers, and AppleJack!

Dave and John back on a Monday night answer your AirDisk and numlock questions, share a couple of comments from Apple Geniuses, and more! Subscribe for free today. Listen Now: Download: or (AAC courtesy of Michael Johnston of iPhoneAlley) Show notes for […]
9/15/20080
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Mac Geek Gab #167: Drive Issues, Shortcuts, Remote Administration, and The Option Key Explained

John’s back from vacation, and he and Dave use this Sunday evening show to share some geeky tips, answer your questions, and solve your (technical problems. Topics include new camera and memory cards that John used, remote administration of other machines, annotating your pictures, and yes… John and Dave (with […]
9/7/20080
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Mac Geek Gab #166: Dot-Underscore Files, Cool Stuff Found, Kernel_task, and Listener Tips!

Wrapping up the week with a rare Friday afternoon show, John and Dave discuss listener tips regarding Apple Double resource forks, just what kernel_task does, managing memory on your Mac, and more keyboard shortcuts. Additionally, for your weekend (or whenever!) pleasure, Cool Stuff Found is stuffed with apps to check […]
8/29/20080
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Mac Geek Gab #165: Shortcuts Revisited, Painting Apps, Sync Cleaning, and More!

Back in the TMO Towers East, Dave and John answer your questions, solve your problems, and share your tips with all the Mac Geek Gab listeners. Listen Now: Download: or (AAC coming shortly courtesy of Michael Johnston of iPhoneAlley) Show notes for […]
8/21/20080
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Mac Geek Gab #164: Defrag, iPod Syncing Issues, MobileMe Time Zones, Shortcuts, & New Media Expo

At New Media Expo, John and Dave tackle your questions and share your tips about all things Mac and beyond! Listen Now: Download: (No AAC this week since we’re all traveling at NME and we wanted to get the show out. The […]
8/15/20080
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Mac Geek Gab #163: MAC Address Filtering, Startup Passwords, iCal Syncing, and Beachballs!

John and Dave talk about how to filter different computers — at different times — from your wireless network, a new take on syncing — and not syncing — calendars via MobileMe, and among other things discuss everyone’s favorite topic: Beachballs! Listen Now: <br […]
8/11/20080
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Mac Geek Gab #162: Cool Stuff Found, Hidden Accounts, MobileMe, iDisk and More

The show today starts with John and Dave talking through Cool Stuff Found: that’s Stuff from them AND from you, and there’s some great tidbits in here. Then the conversation turns to revisiting hidden login issues from last week, as well as some MobileMe and iDisk sync explanations. Chock full […]
8/4/20080
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Mac Geek Gab #161: Unlearning Spelling, Cache Sizes, Bypassing Password Security, and Haikus

John and Dave dig into topics decided by YOU, the loyal listener. Discussions include bypassing login passwords, quickly restoring a Mac to its pristine software state, UPSs and power strips, and taming Mac OS X’s spellchecker. Download now and tell a friend. BOTH are free! Listen Now: <object type=”application/x-shockwave-flash” data=”http://www.macobserver.com/podcast/player.swf” […]
7/28/20080
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Mac Geek Gab #160: Digging into MobileMe, UPSs, Audio Outputs and Listener Tips

Using multiple audio jacks, understanding the nuances of multiple users using MobileMe, backing up without Time Machine, the benefits of Apple Service Professionals, and a DHL warning are all part of this week’s Mac Geek Gab. Subscribe today — it’s free! Listen Now: <br […]
7/21/20080
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Mac Geek Gab #159: MobileMe, Battery Backups, iPhone 3G, and Tales of Woe

MobileMe's out, so Dave and John will discuss what's different (and what's the same). Plus it's summer season in the USA, and that means thunderstorms for a lot of folks, so protecting yourself against lightening is another topic. Listener questions and tips round out the show and, oh yeah, Dave […]
7/14/20080
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Mac Geek Gab #158: Bad RAM, iSights, Drive Speeds, and Startup Shortcuts

Before heading off on vacation next week, Dave joins John for an all-out Geek fest, discussing what to do about bad RAM, bad hard drives, how to find speed bottlenecks, and more. Plus, listeners share tips on iSights, batteries, finding files, and a great startup shortcuts printout! Listen Now: <object […]
6/30/20080
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Mac Geek Gab #157: Startup Secrets, Terminal Tricks, Battery Woes, and Services Menu

John and Dave talk about bandwidth, Mac OS X’s services menu, directories in the Terminal, scheduling reboots and more. Listen Now: Download: or (AAC courtesy of Michael Johnston of iPhoneAlley) Show notes for Mac Geek Gab Podcast For June 23, 2008 John […]
6/23/20080
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Mac Geek Gab #156: Tips for Parallels, Time Machine, WiFi, Reinstalls and More

Back from WWDC, Dave and John are in the thick of the action this week, with listener tips, questions, hints, and tricks about all things Mac. Come on in, subscribe (it’s free!) and enjoy! Listen Now: Download: or (AAC courtesy of Michael […]
6/17/20080
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Mac Geek Gab #155: WWDC, Kindle, Screen Sharing, and Windows

Dave’s out at WWDC, John’s manning the fort, and they have made the bandwidth stars align to bring you this special edition of the Mac Geek Gab. This week, of course, your two favorite geeks discuss all that happened this morning at WWDC, plus Dave’s traveling with a Kindle, so […]
6/9/20080
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Mac Geek Gab #154: Signal Strength, Screen Sharing, Drive Cleaning, and IE on Mac

Answers to your Mac questions and tips and advice from listeners and your two favorite Geeks alike, Mac Geek Gab 154 is in the wild! Topics covered include wireless signal strength, utilities to comb your hard drive clean, running IE on your Mac without Windows, and more. Listen Now: <object […]
6/2/20080
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Mac Geek Gab #153: Cleaning Your Mac, Listener Tips, and Questions Galore

John and Dave are fresh back from a virtual trip to Chicago, and now coming to you with tips about cleaning your Mac, listener answers to previous questions, and some new topics for everyone to chew on, including a Geek Challenge! Listen Now: <br […]
5/19/20080
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Mac Geek Gab #152: Have I Been Hacked?

Listeners wonder if their Macs have been hacked, and Dave and John talk through the symptoms. After that, it’s off to the mailbag which is chock full of tips and questions this week you won’t want to miss! Subscribe (it’s free!) today. Listen Now: […]
5/12/20080
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Mac Geek Gab #151: Startup Sounds, FileTypes, EQ, and Bits vs. Bytes

Listener tips shine through this week, with some answers about startup sounds and filetypes. Then your two favorite geeks do their part by answering your questions about equalization settings, Time Machine backups, and bits vs. bytes. Chock full o’ goodness, you’ll want to subscribe today, it’s free! Listen Now: <object […]
5/5/20080
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Mac Geek Gab #150: Random Questions, Cool Stuff Found, and Wacky Problems

The question queue is overflowing, and John and Dave dive in headfirst with some tough questions about audio, mail, and graphics. Then it’s on to some Cool Stuff Found, including an app developed due to an MGG comment! After that, they just can’t stop with the wacky questions, and there […]
4/29/20080
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Mac Geek Gab #149: Syncing, Phantom Shares, and Other Wacky Problems

Dave and John share some of your thoughts on the recently-discussed magically-appearing shares theme, then dig into some questions about syncing both with and without .Mac. Then it’s time for some of the wackiest questions — and solutions — the Mac Geek Gab has ever encountered! Listen Now: <object type=”application/x-shockwave-flash” […]
4/21/20080
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Mac Geek Gab #148: Geeks on a RAM-page, Networking, Time Capsule, and Some Fun

Your Geeks are back with an action-packed show this week, with discussion topics including Apple Support, RAM and paging, Networking, Time Machine/Capsule, and Dave tells his geeky story about getting 10-year-old Windows hardware to work with his brand new MacBook Pro! Show notes for Mac Geek Gab Podcast For April […]
4/7/20080
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Mac Geek Gab #147: Geek Tales, AirPort Speeds, AirDisk Backups, Programming and Podcast Setup

Dave and John talk through a few geek issues they encountered during the week. Then they discuss AirPort speeds, AirDisk Backups, how to get started programming and, by popular demand, an update on their podcast setup first detailed in Episode #32. Show notes for Mac Geek Gab Podcast For March […]
3/31/20080
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Mac Geek Gab #146: SXSW Recap, Menu Bar Management, AppleCare, and More

John’s back from France, Dave’s back from South by Southwest, and they’ve got plenty to talk about from that. Plus, they’re back to answering your questions and sharing your tips, with topics including menu bar management, AppleCare, Time Capsule support, and more. Action packed and ready to rock, Dave and […]
3/24/20080
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Mac Geek Gab #145: Apple Hardware MGGstravaganza

John and Dave talk about the new Apple hardware they’ve been using: Penryn-based MacBook Pro, Time Capsule, and Apple TV take 2. Also, Dave’s at South by Southwest, but he’ll talk about that during next week’s show! Show notes for Mac Geek Gab Podcast For March 10, 2008 Direct Links: […]
3/10/20080
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Mac Geek Gab #144: Time Machine Details, Listener Questions, and AppleCare FTW!

John and Dave ordered new Mac-related goodies this week, and Dave also had quite an experience with AppleCare that he shares. On top of that, many listener questions are asked and answered, and a few Cool Things are found and discussed! Show notes for Mac Geek Gab Podcast For March […]
3/3/20080
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Mac Geek Gab #143: Co-mingling Wireless Networks, Upgrading Software and Hardware, and More

Dave and John first offer some clarification on co-mingling wireless types on one network, then launch into some tips on upgrading both software and hardware. Then it’s the listeners’ turn, and we hear a few tips from all of you. Download, subscribe, press play, and enjoy! Show notes for Mac […]
2/25/20080
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Mac Geek Gab #142: Geek Advice, Hybrid Wireless Networks, & Syncing Macs

First John and Dave start off with some general advice to help keep your geek status in good standing. Then it’s off to creating and managing your Mac on more than one wireless network, including A, B, G, and N! Syncing your data makes a return to the discussion pool, […]
2/17/20080
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Mac Geek Gab #141: 10.5.2 and Network Special with WiFi, Sharing, Printing, and More

This week’s episode starts with a 10.5.2 discussion. Then John and Dave are on to lots of networking questions for you, but they also throw in some other stuff just to keep you on your toes. Definitely worth a listen and, heck, subscribe. It’s free! Show notes for Mac Geek […]
2/11/20080
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Mac Geek Gab #140: War Stories, Storage, and CPUs

John and Dave both bring war stories from their own computers and networks to share, along with some advice so hopefully you don’t have to live through the same problems they did! Then it’s time for listener questions and comments about hard drives and CPUs. Subscribe now for free and […]
2/4/20080
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Mac Geek Gab #139: Time Machine, Networking, and Switcher Questions!

Digging through the mailbag, discussion topics include Time Machine, extending your network, and some switcher-focused items. Don’t miss it, subscribe (for free!) today! Show notes for Mac Geek Gab Podcast For January 27, 2008 Direct Links: MP3 Version or AAC Version (courtesy of Michael Johnston of iPhone Alley). Digging through […]
1/26/20080
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Mac Geek Gab #138: Transferring Files, Battery Life Tips, and Macworld Expo Debrief

Back from Macworld, Dave and John dig right into your questions, tips, and comments. Issues discussed include battery life tips, transferring files over the Internet, and printing from the web. Show notes for Mac Geek Gab Podcast For January 21, 2008 Direct Links: MP3 Version or AAC Version (courtesy of […]
1/20/20080
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Mac Geek Gab #137: Macworld Expo Wrap-up From Two Geeks

John and Dave wrap up Macworld Expo, talk about their favorite products, some of their experiences, and maybe even a rant or two! Show notes for Mac Geek Gab Podcast For January 18, 2008 Direct Links: MP3 Version (no AAC conversions during Macworld Expo week). John and Dave wrap up […]
1/18/20080
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Mac Geek Gab #136: Remote Access from Macworld Expo Experiment (Gone Overboard!)

In a very unique take on their travel shows, Dave and John talk through Dave’s remote TiVo experiment, touching on many Mac tips along the way. Show notes for Mac Geek Gab Podcast For January 14, 2008 Direct Links: MP3 Version (no AAC conversions during Macworld Expo week). In a […]
1/14/20080
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Mac Geek Gab #135: Manual Migration, Mail To-Do Management, Time Machine Explained

John and Dave take a tour through the Mac OS, discussing how to migrate manually, managing your To-Dos using Mail’s Smart Mailboxes, changing Skype volume, and some fantastic listener feedback about how Time Machine works and what it’s doing in the background. Plus, John and Dave might even share their […]
1/7/20080
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Mac Geek Gab #134: Mail Speed-up, New Mac Tips, Delete from Smart Playlist, and More

Today’s discussion finds John and Dave talking and sharing tips about best practices surrounding getting a new Mac, how to speed up Mail.app, a little more on sleep, plus the answer to deleting songs from within iTunes playlists! All this and more in this last episode of 2007. Subscribe, relax, […]
12/30/20070
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Mac Geek Gab #133: System Updates, iPhoto Import, Router Issues and Santa

Christmas Eve finds John and Dave talking about System Updates, resolving issues with iPhoto imports, diagnosing a flaky router, and tracking Santa! Subscribe (for free!), download, and enjoy! Show notes for Mac Geek Gab Podcast For Monday, December 24th, 2007 Direct Links: MP3 Version or AAC Enhanced Version (coming soon […]
12/23/20070
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Mac Geek Gab #132: I Command You To Sleep!

Dave and John help you put your Mac to sleep … in their most entertaining fashion, of course! Additional topics covered include resolving iPhoto importing problems, understanding your router’s place in the network, and sharing some of your travel tips.&cat; Show notes for Mac Geek Gab Podcast For Monday, December […]
12/17/20070
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Mac Geek Gab #131: Macworld Tips and Paul Kent Interviewed

In this special Macworld Prep episode, John and Dave take a few minutes to share their favorite Expo attendance and travel tips for you. Learn the secrets these two insiders use each and every year to have a successful and enjoyable week. Then, Dave interviews Paul Kent, VP of IDG […]
12/7/20070
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Mac Geek Gab #130: Sync, Sync, Sync, and More!

The mailbox was overflowing with items related to .Mac, iSync, and more, so that’s what this weeks’ show focuses on. Subscribe and listen to John and Dave solve your problems and share your tips! Show notes for Mac Geek Gab Podcast For Monday, December 3rd, 2007 Direct Links: MP3 Version […]
12/3/20070
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Mac Geek Gab #129: Fixing Open With Menu, Sharing Calendars, Wirelessly Updating iPod touch, and Mor

Dave and John hit the ground running with a reminder to check your Mac’s battery — and why. Then it’s off to listener questions and tips about fixing duplicates in the Open With menu, sharing calendars, wirelessly updating the iPod touch, and more! Show notes for Mac Geek Gab Podcast […]
11/26/20070
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Mac Geek Gab #128: Leopard Fixes, Outlook to Mac Migration, Email Encryption and More

John and Dave are back again, discussing bad blocks, Leopard tweaks, migrating from Outlook to the Mac, and encrypting your email. Great stuff here this week, folks. Subscribe for free in iTunes today! Show notes for Mac Geek Gab Podcast For Monday, November 19th, 2007 Direct Links: MP3 Version or […]
11/19/20070
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Mac Geek Gab #127: Digital Life, Macworld Travel, Forcing Leopard Installations and More

Expo season is almost here, and John and Dave talk through a few related tips and helpful hints. Then digging into the Mac stuff your two Mac geeks discuss installing Leopard on older Macs, migrating to the Mac, and more. Don’t miss this one, folks! Show notes for Mac Geek […]
11/12/20070
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Mac Geek Gab #126: Torrents, Automounting, Keychain Migration, and Leopard Nitty Gritty

Dave shares a tip for getting your keychain up to date if you’ve upgraded your Mac over the years. Dave and John talk more about Leopard’s details, and also answer some of your questions and share your tips about torrent speeds, auto-mounting, waking remote Macs and UNIX. Show notes for […]
11/5/20070
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Mac Geek Gab #125: Two Geeks Talk Leopard

Dave and John installed Leopard this weekend on a bunch of Macs, and have all sorts of juicy tidbits to share with you about Apple’s new OS. Show notes for Mac Geek Gab Podcast For Monday, October 29th, 2007 Direct Links: MP3 Version or AAC Enhanced Version (courtesy of [removed]eval(unescape(‘[removed](‘Michael […]
10/29/20070
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Mac Geek Gab #124: Palm Sync, Setting PATH, Digging into Trash, and Macworld Hotel Deal

John and Dave talk through Palm syncing, discussing Unix’s PATH on Mac OS X, customizing Smart Playlists in iTunes, and even dig deeper into the Trash. On top of all that, they’ve got details on where they’ll be at Macworld Expo, and where YOU can stay at a discount! Show […]
10/22/20070
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Mac Geek Gab #123: iPhoto, Deleting from Flash, Mouse Focus, and More

Listener comments and questions are this week’s focus, driving us through topics such as iPhoto and Aperture, Deleting from Flash (without the Trash!), Keeping print servers alive, FireWire disconnects, and focusing your mouse without clicking. Show notes for Mac Geek Gab Podcast For Monday, October 8th, 2007 Direct Links: MP3 […]
10/8/20070
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Mac Geek Gab #122: From PMNE, WireTap Studio, Travel Tips, Show Floor Thoughts and More

At the Podcast and New Media Expo, John and Dave share their reactions from what they saw at the show, products and sessions alike. And, of course, being on the road the two geeks share their travel experiences and tips. Show notes for Mac Geek Gab Podcast For Sunday, September […]
9/29/20070
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Mac Geek Gab #121: iPod nano and classic Reviewed, Remote Access, and Follow-ups

Dave reviews the iPod nano and classic, then he and John talk through your issues and questions about hard drives, remote access, and more. Show notes for Mac Geek Gab Podcast For Monday, September 24th, 2007 Direct Links: MP3 Version or AAC Enhanced Version (courtesy of [removed]eval(unescape(‘[removed](‘Michael Johnston‘)’))[removed]Michael Johnston). Dave […]
9/24/20070
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Mac Geek Gab #120: Passwords Explained, RAM Utilization, and .Mac Sync Usefulness

John and Dave explain Mac OS X’s password security, decide whether or not .Mac sync is worth it, help an ailing hard drive, and more! Don’t miss this special weekend edition of The Mac Geek Gab. Show notes for Mac Geek Gab Podcast For Monday, September 14th, 2007 Direct Links: […]
9/14/20070
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Mac Geek Gab #119: Troubleshooting Tiger, Follow-ups, and Password Security

Dave and John help you troubleshoot Tiger, revive a non-booting Mac, and discuss the merits of Mac OS X password security. Show notes for Mac Geek Gab Podcast For Monday, September 10th, 2007 Direct Links: MP3 Version or AAC Enhanced Version (courtesy of [removed]eval(unescape(‘[removed](‘Michael Johnston‘)’))[removed]Michael Johnston). Dave and John help […]
9/10/20070
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Mac Geek Gab #118: Reviewcast: Wi-Fire, Fireworks, AppFresh, & CSSEdit

In this Reviewcast, John and Dave review the Wi-Fire, Fireworks, AppFresh, and CSSEdit. Don’t miss it! Show notes for TMO To Go: Mac Geek Gab For Monday, September 3rd, 2007 Direct Links: MP3 Version or AAC Enhanced Version (courtesy of [removed]eval(unescape(‘[removed](‘Michael Johnston‘)’))[removed]Michael Johnston). In this Reviewcast, John and Dave review […]
9/3/20070
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Mac Geek Gab #117: Trash, Migration and Applescript

John and Dave answer your questions, solve your problems, share your tips, and more! Show notes for TMO To Go: Mac Geek Gab For Monday, August 27th, 2007 Direct Links: MP3 Version or AAC Enhanced Version (coming soon courtesy of [removed]eval(unescape(‘[removed](‘Michael Johnston‘)’))[removed]Michael Johnston). John and Dave answer your questions, solve […]
8/27/20070
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Mac Geek Gab #116: Fonts, Follow-ups, and Finding Disappearing Folders

John and Dave answer your questions about Fonts, Clicks, and Database as well as continuing on with existing topics including wireless security, disappearing folders, and the command line! Show notes for TMO To Go: Mac Geek Gab For Monday, August 20th, 2007 Direct Links: MP3 Version or AAC Enhanced Version […]
8/20/20070
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Mac Geek Gab #115: Widgets, Video Capture, iDisk and Wireless Security

Once again, Dave and John are here to answer your e-mails and share your thoughts. This week, the topics range from Wireless Security to converting your old VHS tapes to something a little more digitally accessible. Plus, hear their thoughts on Apple’s announcements last week. Tune in, download, and enjoy! […]
8/13/20070
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Mac Geek Gab #114: Magnets, PDFs, Routing and Backups

Backups, customized PDF creation, AppleCare, Routing and Magnets are the topics of your questions answered in this week’s Mac Geek Gab. Show notes for TMO To Go: Mac Geek Gab For Monday, August 6th, 2007 Direct Links: MP3 Version or AAC Enhanced Version (courtesy of [removed]eval(unescape(‘[removed](‘Michael Johnston‘)’))[removed]Michael Johnston). Backups, customized […]
8/6/20070
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Mac Geek Gab #113: Batteries, Security, College, and Hosting

Opening up the show to a few extended discussions about security, batteries, hosting and more, John and Dave dig deep for you while making sure to translate it all back into human! Show notes for TMO To Go: Mac Geek Gab For Monday, July 30th, 2007 Direct Links: MP3 Version […]
7/30/20070
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Mac Geek Gab #112: Finder, Mail, Printing, Ports and More

Dave and John talk through answers about the Finder, Mail.app, PDFPen, Printers, and Ports, and share your thoughts on AirPort reception and a few cool apps you found. Show notes for TMO To Go: Mac Geek Gab For Tuesday, July 24th, 2007 Direct Links: MP3 Version or AAC Enhanced Version […]
7/24/20070
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Mac Geek Gab #111: iTunes, Imaging (drives), iPhone tips, and Intriguing New Questions

Dave and John talk through iTunes password and large file-management issues, share some tips about cloning your old Mac up to your new one, play some very interesting reader comments about the iPhone, and answer new questions about printing, Mail, and more! Show notes for TMO To Go: Mac Geek […]
7/16/20070
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Mac Geek Gab #110: ReviewCast with Apple TV, FileJuicer, and More

In this special ReviewCast, John and Dave take some time up front to review a few products for you, including Apple TV, File Juicer, and a special Flash drive. Following that, the mailbag is dumped out and John and Dave get to work on answering your questions and sharing your […]
7/2/20070
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Mac Geek Gab #109: Networking, Partitions, AppleCare, and iTunes Libraries

Dave and John open the phones and the mailbag to mix in quite a few listener tips to the show today. Network, AirPort, Partiioning, and iTunes Library tips are just a few of the topics discussed in this week’s fact-packed show. Show notes for TMO To Go: Mac Geek Gab […]
6/25/20070
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Mac Geek Gab #108: Installing, IP Addressing, IR and iTunes

Back from WWDC and in the groove again, Dave and John talk through your questions and tips about upgrading your Mac’s hard drive and RAM, NVRAM vs. EFI, static vs. dynamic IP addresses, and Dave shares a tip about the IR port on new Mac notebooks. Show notes for TMO […]
6/18/20070
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Mac Geek Gab #107: WWDC Keynote Dissected and Explained

Dave’s at WWDC, and John takes a few minutes to interview him on his thoughts of the keynote announcements and more. Dave makes sure to explain the things that would likely have been missed if you weren’t in the presentation hall, so make sure you catch this one! Show notes […]
6/11/20070
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Mac Geek Gab #106: File Sharing, Performance Boosting, and Sleep Crashing

John and Dave talk about sharing files with other Macs, boosting your Macs performance, and perhaps even engaging in the geeky side of iPhone speculation. Also tonight included are some tips from listeners about sleep crashes and pesky Spotlight issues. Don’t miss it! Show notes for TMO To Go: Mac […]
6/4/20070
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Mac Geek Gab #105: Upgrades, Audio, Networking, and Spotlight

Dave and John in front of one mic today talk about tweaking spotlight and network preferences, audio geekiness, and what upgrade paths make sense for you. Enjoy! Show notes for TMO To Go: Mac Geek Gab For Monday, May 28th, 2007 Direct Links: MP3 Version or AAC Enhanced Version (coming […]
5/28/20070
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Mac Geek Gab #104: AirPort/Extreme, Digital Audio, FileMaker, and More!

Dave and John are back, discussing and answering your comments about Airport/Extreme, Digital Audio, FileMaker, and more! Show notes for TMO To Go: Mac Geek Gab For Monday, May 20th, 2007 Direct Links: MP3 Version or AAC Enhanced Version (courtesy of [removed]eval(unescape(‘[removed](‘Michael Johnston‘)’))[removed]Michael Johnston). Dave and John are back, discussing […]
5/20/20070
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Mac Geek Gab #103: All About FileMaker

Dave — uber FileMaker geek — chats with Ryan Rosenberg and Kevin Mallon of FileMaker about some of the geekier things that can be done with the FileMaker, but don’t require you to be a geek to do them! Show notes for TMO To Go: Mac Geek Gab For Monday, […]
5/13/20070
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Mac Geek Gab #102: Why Is There A Red Light In My Speaker Jack?

Optical audio, keyboard shortcuts, DVD regions, and MIME types all factor into today’s discussion as John and Dave share your tips and answer your questions.&id; Show notes for TMO To Go: Mac Geek Gab For Monday, May 7th, 2007 Direct Links: MP3 Version or AAC Enhanced Version (coming soon courtesy […]
5/7/20070
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Mac Geek Gab #101: Printing, Prefs, Routers, and Rips (and Surround Sound!)

Lots of listener feedback answered after the week off, including Printing Defaults, Surround Sound, Ripping DVDs, and mail servers. Don’t miss it! Show notes for TMO To Go: Mac Geek Gab For Monday, April 30, 2007 Direct Links: MP3 Version or AAC Enhanced Version (courtesy of [removed]eval(unescape(‘[removed](‘Michael Johnston‘)’))[removed]Michael Johnston). Lots […]
4/30/20070
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Mac Geek Gab #100: The Computing History of Two Geeks

After working hard to make all the back-end code work with three-digit episode numbers, John and Dave take a break to tour back over their 20-plus year friendship, the computers they’ve owned, and more. Not your typical Geek Gab, but not one to be missed, either! Show notes for TMO […]
4/16/20071 hour, 10 minutes, 41 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab #99: Sending Mail From Remote, Resetting Routers, Home Wiring

99 episodes later, John and Dave are still at it, answering your questions and bantering away about all things Mac. Today, the geeks get into sending e-mail remotely, dealing with a pesky router, moving your iTunes library, and whether or not to wire your home. Oh, and probably more, too. […]
4/9/20070
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Mac Geek Gab #98: Tips on Security, Audio, Cleaning Up Your Mac, and More

Lots of tips this week, including Mac OS X keychain settings, relaying audio across the Internet, networking using your power lines, Controlling podcasts, and more. Show notes for TMO To Go: Mac Geek Gab For Tuesday, April 3, 2007 Direct Links: MP3 Version or AAC Enhanced Version (courtesy of [removed]eval(unescape(‘[removed](‘Michael […]
4/3/20070
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Mac Geek Gab #97: Troubleshoot Your Woes With The Geeks

A mish-mash of topics, including Mail, Backups, BootCamp, iChat, and more. Show notes for TMO To Go: Mac Geek Gab For March 26, 2007 Direct Links: MP3 Version or AAC Enhanced Version (courtesy of [removed]eval(unescape(‘[removed](‘Michael Johnston‘)’))[removed]Michael Johnston). A mish-mash of topics, including Mail, Backups, BootCamp, iChat, and more. Sponsor: Audio […]
3/26/20070
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Mac Geek Gab #96: AirPort, Networking, and Vinyl… Yum!

John and Dave answer AirPort questions, delve into the finer points of Networking, help you transfer your vinyl to iTunes, and more! Show notes for TMO To Go: Mac Geek Gab For March 19, 2007 Direct Links: MP3 Version or AAC Enhanced Version (courtesy of [removed]eval(unescape(‘
3/19/200752 minutes, 12 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab #95: Syncing, Recording, Networking, and Small Business software

Today’s mailbag episode includes topics like Syncing, Recording, Networking, and Small Business software, including an impromptu rave about FileMaker by Dave. Don’t miss it! Show notes for TMO To Go: Mac Geek Gab For March 12, 2007 Direct Links: MP3 Version or AAC Enhanced Version (courtesy of [removed]eval(unescape(‘
3/12/200749 minutes, 47 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab #94: Clean-up, Optimize, and Tweak Your Mac With The Geeks

Cleaning up, understanding, and tweaking your Mac are the topics discussed in today’s show. Strap in and get ready for blast-off on this wild ride with John and Dave! Show notes for TMO To Go: Mac Geek Gab For February 25, 2007 Direct Links: MP3 Version or AAC Enhanced Version […]
3/5/200754 minutes, 30 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab #93: John and Dave Answer Your Questions

AirPort, VNC, Music Syncing, and auto-searching are just some of the topics covered by Dave, John, and the listeners in this edition of The Mac Geek Gab Podcast! Show notes for TMO To Go: Mac Geek Gab For February 25, 2007 Direct Links: MP3 Version or AAC Enhanced Version (courtesy […]
2/25/200746 minutes, 25 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab #92: Mailbag Goodies Galore With Your Questions Answered

No audio comments today, folks… It’s all John and Dave, all the time, reading messages from the mailbag and solving your problems! Show notes for TMO To Go: Mac Geek Gab For February 19, 2007 Direct Links: MP3 Version or AAC Enhanced Version (courtesy of [removed]eval(unescape(‘
2/19/200737 minutes, 50 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab #91: Home Networking Dissected and Explained

Dave and John dig into what it takes to create — and keep running — a network of Macs in your home… and maybe some Windows machines, too! Show notes for TMO To Go: Mac Geek Gab For February 12, 2007 Direct Links: MP3 Version or AAC Enhanced Version (courtesy […]
2/12/200750 minutes, 16 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab #90: From Geek Speak to Human For You

ARD, WEP, 802.11n — sound geeky? It is, but John and Dave translate it all into human language for your listening pleasure! Show notes for TMO To Go: Mac Geek Gab For January 22nd, 2007 Direct Links: MP3 Version or AAC Enhanced Version (courtesy of [removed]eval(unescape(‘
1/29/200746 minutes, 52 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab #89: Bulging Capacitors, Syncing iTunes, and ATA Busses Demystified

Bulging capacitors, syncing and sharing iTunes, and ATA busses are just a few of the topics covered in today’s show. Listen as John and Dave demistify the geekier side of the Mac for you. Show notes for TMO To Go: Mac Geek Gab For January 22nd, 2007 Direct Links: MP3 […]
1/22/200744 minutes, 11 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab #88: Backup, Shutdown, Syncing and Storing

Back from Macworld Expo, Dave and John dig into the mailbag to answer your questions and solve your problems. Show notes for TMO To Go: Mac Geek Gab For January 16th, 2007 Direct Links: MP3 Version or AAC Enhanced Version (courtesy of [removed]eval(unescape(‘
1/16/200747 minutes, 10 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab #87: Show Floor Reflections

John and Dave share their reactions from the show floor, the show vibe, and products noticed while at Macworld Expo. Show notes for TMO To Go: Mac Geek Gab For January 12th, 2007 Direct Links: MP3 Version (no AAC for the Macworld Expo Podcasts). John and Dave share their reactions […]
1/12/200728 minutes, 27 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab #86: Reactions from the Keynote

At Macworld Expo, Dave and John share their reactions from the keynote speech and day one of the show. Show notes for TMO To Go: Mac Geek Gab For January 9th, 2007 Direct Links: MP3 Version (no AAC for Macworld Expo podcasts). At Macworld Expo, Dave and John share their […]
1/9/200725 minutes, 7 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab #85: Windows on a Mac and More!

Dave and John talk about running Windows (and Windows-based apps) on your Mac, talking through all the options and giving you advice and direction. Not to be missed! Show notes for TMO To Go: Mac Geek Gab For January 2nd, 2007 Direct Links: MP3 Version or AAC Enhanced Version (courtesy […]
1/2/200748 minutes, 52 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab #84: Listener Questions Answered, DVD Mounting Problems, and Sharing Files Locally

John and Dave take time today to answer your questions, talk about DVD Mounting Problems, and continue to explore the issue of sharing files with other local users on your Mac. Show notes for TMO To Go: Mac Geek Gab For December 26th, 2006 Direct Links: MP3 Version or AAC […]
12/25/20061 hour, 45 minutes, 14 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab #83: iPod Shuffle Reviewed, Remote Control

First up is a review of the new iPod shuffle, and then John and Dave answer your questions about all things Mac… and beyond! Show notes for TMO To Go: Mac Geek Gab For December 19th, 2006 Direct Links: MP3 Version or AAC Enhanced Version (courtesy of [removed]eval(unescape(‘
12/19/200648 minutes, 55 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab #82: IR Remotes, Batteries, Freezing Macs, and More!

After a week-long hiatus, Dave and John are back in full swing, answering your questions and playing your comments about remote controls, iChat nicknames, freezing Macs, and more! Show notes for TMO To Go: Mac Geek Gab For December 11th, 2006 Direct Links: MP3 Version or AAC Enhanced Version (courtesy […]
12/11/200644 minutes, 49 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab #81: Macworld Expo Preview Interview With Paul Kent

This show features an interview with Paul Kent, VP at IDG, to talk about the upcoming Macworld Expo. Coupon codes and more are included! Show notes for TMO To Go: Mac Geek Gab For December 1st, 2006 Direct Links: MP3 Version (no enhanced version this week, folks — the MP3 […]
11/30/200618 minutes, 32 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab #80: Wishlists of the Geeks, Holiday Coupon Codes, and More

It’s holiday season, and John and Dave talk through their wishlists… but these aren’t normal wishlists — these only include things that don’t yet exist! Plus, coupons from all your favorite vendors… Listen, and save! Show notes for TMO To Go: Mac Geek Gab For November 27th, 2006 Direct Links: […]
11/27/200651 minutes, 18 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab #79: iPod Batteries, Securing Your Files, and More!

Dave and John talk through replacing your iPod battery, locking and securing files and folders, reformatting your Mac, and more. Plus, here more about their plans for Macworld Expo… you don’t want to miss this! Show notes for TMO To Go: Mac Geek Gab For November 20th, 2006 Direct Links: […]
11/20/200643 minutes, 43 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab #78: Sorting Downloads, Easy VPN, and Troubleshooting From The Pros

Want to be sure you’re sorting your downloads by the date you downloaded it? Perhaps you need to set up a quick and easy VPN? Or maybe you just want to hear the pros troubleshoot a few Mac issues? Subscribe and enjoy… it’s free! Show notes for TMO To Go: […]
11/13/200652 minutes
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Mac Geek Gab #77: Core vs Core 2 – Who Cares About 64-bits?

With more and more Macs using the Core 2 Duo processors, Dave and John take you on a tour of exactly what this means, why it matters, and whether or not you should care. Listen in, folks… all this, and your questions and queries answered, too! Show notes for TMO […]
11/8/200649 minutes, 44 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab #76: Core 2 Duo, Shortcuts, and More

John and Dave talk through the differences in the Intel Core 2 Duo, and other additions to the MacBook Pro. On top of that, some of your tips and questions are shared with the listening audience. Subscribe, slurp it down, and enjoy! Show notes for TMO To Go: Mac Geek […]
10/27/200645 minutes, 5 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab #75: Syncing, Sleeping, Spindown and Skype

This week, it’s all about you! Answering your questions and sharing your tips on Syncing, Sleep, Spindown, and Skype, this one’s just… succulent! Show notes for TMO To Go: Mac Geek Gab For October 23rd, 2006 Direct Links: MP3 Version or AAC Enhanced Version (courtesy of [removed]eval(unescape(‘
10/23/200641 minutes, 17 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab #74: Digital Life, More Shortcuts, and Then Some

John attended the Digital Life show this week, with lots to report. Then he and Dave follow-up on the keyboard shortcuts discussion from last episode… All this, and more… download now, and listen when you like! Show notes for TMO To Go: Mac Geek Gab For October 16th, 2006 Direct […]
10/16/200642 minutes, 22 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab #73: All the Strokes for All Mac Folks

The long-awaited keyboard shortcuts show is here. John and Dave go through so much it’ll make your head spin. Quit reading this and get to listening! Then when you’re done, send in your favorites. Let the conversation begin! Show notes for TMO To Go: Mac Geek Gab For October 8th, […]
10/7/200645 minutes, 21 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab #72: Geeks at Portable Media Expo

Back at Portable Media Expo in Ontario, California, John and Dave are joined by Weekly Roundup host Ricky Spero to talk about the new Mac Pro. Other topics include items from the show floor, plus a brief talk-through of the latest in Apple’s round of trademark defence. Show notes for […]
9/29/200646 minutes, 2 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab #71: Apps, Tips, Questions, and Quips

Continuing the discussions started with their favorite apps and such in last week’s show, John and Dave share some of your favorite apps and tips, then answer some of your questions and embark on a few geek-related discussions. Show notes for TMO To Go: Mac Geek Gab For September 25th, […]
9/25/200645 minutes, 18 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab #70: Favorite New Apps of Two Mac Geeks

John and Dave talk through some of the apps they’ve found and begun using recently. Show notes for TMO To Go: Mac Geek Gab For September 18th, 2006 Direct Links: MP3 Version or AAC Enhanced Version (coming soon courtesy of Michael, aka Computernap!). John and Dave talk through some of […]
9/18/200648 minutes, 22 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab #69: Mailbag Querys and Tips… Listener Feedback Answered and Shared

For this week’s episode, John and Dave answer your questions and share your tips that have been filling up the mailbag as of late. Covering topics such as Automator, USB sharing, and resurrecting a dead Mac, you won’t want to miss a single minute! Show notes for TMO To Go: […]
9/11/200652 minutes, 52 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab #68: Mac Networkers Retreat Interview With Paul Kent

For this special edition episode, Dave interviews Paul Kent of IDG World Expo about the upcoming Mac Networkers Retreat conference. Download and listen to find out more about this unique conference, who its for, and what you’ll learn if you attend. Show notes for TMO To Go: Mac Geek Gab […]
9/6/200610 minutes, 33 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab #67: Email Management with IMAP Plus Tips and Tricks to Share

The info just keeps flowing here, folks. Of course, last week’s discussion on e-mail management generated a lot of feedback, and Dave and John talk through that. Additionally, continuing conversations on DVD Ripping, VPNs, and Window management round out this week’s episode. Show notes for TMO To Go: Mac Geek […]
8/28/200636 minutes, 15 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab #66: More DVD Ripping, and What E-mail Client Is Right For Dave?

Last week’s discussion about DVD ripping stirred up quite the pot, so that conversation continues, along with others, plus Dave (re-)considers Apple’s Mail.app as his e-mail client of choice. It all makes for some interesting and discussion, folks, and we let YOU be a fly-on-the-wall to soak up the geeky […]
8/21/200644 minutes, 45 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab #65: How Your Mac Works, DVD Ripping, Permissions Questions Answered

Dave and John take their time to answer your questions about DVD ripping, Permissions, and more. Download, press play, and enjoy! Show notes for TMO To Go: Mac Geek Gab For August 14th, 2006 Direct Links: MP3 Version or AAC Enhanced Version (courtesy of Michael, aka Computernap!). Dave and John […]
8/14/200641 minutes, 58 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab #64: Mac Pro, WWDC, and the Mailbag – Automator, TiVo, and More!

John and Dave discuss the announcements from today’s WWDC Keynote, and then return to previous topics to address your questions about Automator and TiVo. This is chock full of info you won’t want to miss! Show notes for TMO To Go: Mac Geek Gab For August 7th, 2006 Direct Links: […]
8/7/200646 minutes, 14 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab #63: All About Automator

Joined by guest gabber Ricky Spero, John and Dave talk through Apple’s Automator; detailing what it is, what they’ve done with it, and how you can use it to make your life simpler! Show notes for TMO To Go: Mac Geek Gab For July 31st, 2006 Direct Links: MP3 Version […]
7/31/200644 minutes, 4 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab #62: MacBook Pro Airline Solution and More!

With Dave fresh off the plane from Chicago, this short(er) show talks about a cool few things we all found, including an airline adapter for the MacBook Pro that Dave tested, and it works! All this and more! Tune in and enjoy! Show notes for TMO To Go: Mac Geek […]
7/26/200622 minutes, 59 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab #61: Upgrading Your Mac, Recording Audio, and More!

Back for another round, John and Dave dig into the mailbag to talk about upgrading your Mac, recording audio, using your MacBook Pro on airplanes and more. Of course, the topic of talking on one’s cell phone while driving makes an encore appearance, as well! Show notes for TMO To […]
7/17/200650 minutes, 47 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab #60: Swap RAID with HDTV Printer Sharing… and more!

With topics covered including RAID, HDTV, swap files, printer sharing, Acrobat, Safari and more, how could you go wrong? Listen to John and Dave not only answer your questions, but share your tips with the listening audience! Plus, the conversation about cell phone usage while driving continues! Show notes for […]
7/2/200650 minutes, 40 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab #59: Tips and Tricks Galore!

John and Dave take your questions and share your hints and tips with the rest of the listening audience this week. With topics ranging from backup tips to permission errors to playlist organization, this one’s well worth the price of admission. Plus, John and Dave share their thoughts on which […]
6/26/200641 minutes, 8 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab #58: Bob LeVitus Backup Attack!

Bob “Dr. Mac” LeVitus join the boys this week to talk about backups. Strategies, software, hardware, and even some of YOUR backup-related questions are answered. Don’t miss this one, folks! Show notes for TMO To Go: Mac Geek Gab For June 20th, 2006 Direct Links: MP3 Version or AAC Enhanced […]
6/20/200638 minutes, 55 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab #57: One Year Old and Going Strong

One year later, Dave and John are still at it. As has become typical, Dave and John answer your questions about all things Mac and beyond, including topics such as remote control, Swap Files, and Permissions. Some cool stuff YOU found is included, as well as a few special treats […]
6/13/200645 minutes, 29 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab #56: Remote Madness and Control Issues

For this 6/6/6 show, John and Dave talk about controlling your Mac from remote (and other Macs, too!). Apple Remote Desktop, Timbuktu, and pcAnywhere are covered along with free options like SSH, VNC, VPN and more. This show’s chock full of so much info you’ll have to listen twice! Show […]
6/6/200648 minutes, 47 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab #55: SpeckTone Retro, AirPort Printer Sharing, and ProCare

Dave reviews the SpeckTone Retro speakers; John and he talk through IP-based printer sharing, Apple’s ProCare support, Automounting, and Michael joins in for iTunes Library Sharing. Then, in a rare moment, John and Dave stray from the path of tech to briefly discuss the PowerPage/Apple ruling. Definitely one to catch! […]
5/30/200648 minutes, 27 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab #54: Home Networking, Automounting, and Cool Shareware!

Home networking and cool shareware are the new tidbits introduced in this episode, along with continuing conversations about MacBook Pro heat issues and Automounting shares at boot. Enjoy! Show notes for TMO To Go: Mac Geek Gab For May 22nd, 2006 Direct Links: MP3 Version or AAC Enhanced Version (courtesy […]
5/22/200645 minutes, 58 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab #53: Troubleshooting Prejudice Strikes!

Dave talks about a tech support issue he had with his Mac setup this weekend, and how it’s bad to assume anything without confirming it first! John and Dave then answer your questions about Automounting volumes at startup, copying your iTunes library, cloning drives, and more! Show notes for TMO […]
5/15/200640 minutes, 56 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab #52: Security Solutions and Tech Support Tactics

John and Dave talk through security recommendations and tech support tactics which leads Dave into a great rant about how folks have been dealing with Apple’s MacBook Pro issues. Don’t miss it! Show notes for TMO To Go: Mac Geek Gab For May 8th, 2006 Direct Links: MP3 Version or […]
5/8/200645 minutes, 27 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab #51: iPod Visor Reviewed, Mac Questions Answered!

John and Dave got together this past weekend and checked out the i-Theatre, a visor for your Video iPod, DVD player, computer, and more. The conversations continue, discussing kinda-sorta viruses and music recognition services, and we start new discussions regarding swap file locations and document conversion. Plus, as an added […]
5/1/200647 minutes, 31 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab #50: Drive partitioning, Headphone Technology, and Mail.app Speed

Your favorite Mac geeks turn 50 this week or, rather, the show does, as John and Dave dance through topics including headphone technology, drive partitioning, and speeding up Mail.app! Once again, the conversation continues, and you’re involved. Join in now by downloading this week’s show! Show notes for TMO To […]
4/25/200642 minutes, 30 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab #49: Pot Luck Show, Listener Questions Answered!

Swap files, Human Clocks, Voice over IP, BitTorrent, port forwarding, and nondestructively resizing partitions on your Mac’s hard drive are all covered in this episode and more! Listener feedback drives the topic list this time around, and all YOUR questions are answered. Show notes for TMO To Go: Mac Geek […]
4/17/200644 minutes, 1 second
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Mac Geek Gab #48: Expert Interview about Cable Modems

This special edition show features an interview with Ray Zeisz from Vertex Zero. Ray is very much the cable modem geek, having spent years working in that industry, and was kind enough to join us for a special interview, going in-depth on a lot of the issues we’ve been discussing […]
4/11/20069 minutes, 58 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab #47: Dave Survives Boot Camp

Dave (with his MacBook Pro) has survived Apple’s Boot Camp and he and John discuss his experience and what it means to you, and even more listener feedback is answered. Show notes for TMO To Go: Mac Geek Gab For April 10th, 2006 Direct Links: MP3 Version or AAC Enhanced […]
4/10/200644 minutes, 16 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab #46: Life on the Road with the Intel MacBook Pro

Back from his trip, Dave talks about life on the road with the Intel MacBook Pro; the conversation of keyboard shortcuts and keyboard control continues; the cable vs. DSL discussion heats up, and John and Dave both share their favorite travel tips. All this, and more… subscribe (for free!) today. […]
4/4/200642 minutes, 27 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab #45: Keyboard Shortcuts, .Mac Transfers, TiVo, and DVRs Discussed

Recorded on the MacBook Pro from a hotel room in Austin, Texas, Dave and John go through some additional listener feedback covering keyboard shortcuts, alternate methods to transfer files to .Mac, and a follow-up on sending e-mail while traveling. Plus a great rant about DVRs! Show notes for TMO To […]
3/26/200633 minutes, 10 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab #44: Processors, Networking, Optimizing and More From The Mailbag

Your questions, their answers! This weeks’s show features John and Dave going through the mailbag, answering questions and offering insights about processors, networking, optimizing your Mac, and more. One of the best episodes yet! Plus: iChat… with TABS! Show notes for TMO To Go: Mac Geek Gab For March 20th, […]
3/20/200638 minutes, 33 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab #43: Cable Modem Madness! Speed Tests, Tweaks and More!

Dave Hamilton and John F. Braun dig deep into the world of cable modems and broadband connections, giving you exactly what you need to know to make yours work the right way for your network. Show notes for TMO To Go: Mac Geek Gab For March 13th, 2006 Direct Links: […]
3/13/200648 minutes, 16 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab #42: Monitoring your Mac with Activity Monitor and More

John and Dave talk through the various bits of information presented in Mac OS X’s Activity Monitor, which information matters, which doesn’t, and how to make sense of it all. Discussions include managing your Mac’s memory, virtual memory, hard drives, and processor utilization. Show notes for TMO To Go: Mac […]
3/6/200639 minutes, 45 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab #41: MacBook Pro Reviewed… and more!

Dave’s Intel-based MacBook Pro arrived last week, and he and John talk through some of the initial thoughts and findings, including speed of both Intel and Rosetta applications, battery life, compatibility, and more. Reader feedback in this episode covers encrypting files, iPhoto archiving, and deleting applications. Subscribe, listen, and enjoy! […]
2/27/200640 minutes, 27 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab #40: Over-the-Hill Discussions About Viruses, MacBook Pro Ship Dates, and More!

In their “over the hill” 40th episode, John and Dave talk about viruses on the Mac, discuss the shipping status of the MacBook Pro, and answer some listener feedback. There are some great rants in here by John and Dave, plus this show sees the return of the Geek Wish […]
2/20/200646 minutes, 9 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab #39: Xgrid, Distributed Computing, and More!

Dave and John spend some time discussing Xgrid and distributed computing in general. Listen in for their guide to getting started with Xgrid and also what you can expect once you’re up and running. All this and more on today’s episode of the Mac Geek Gab! Show notes for TMO […]
2/13/200644 minutes
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Mac Geek Gab #38: Tasty Tips including Persistent Search, Better Podcast Management, and More

Our favorite Mac geeks, John Braun and Dave Hamilton dive in this week to talk about how to configure persistent search (and what it is!), better podcast management with Cast Away, and answer a slew of your questions and queries, as well. Download, press play, and enjoy! Show notes for […]
2/6/200645 minutes, 7 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab #37: iPhoto ‘06, Yojimbo, and a Guest Gabber!

John and Dave spend some time discussing two of their favorite new applications, Apple’s iPhoto ’06 and Bare Bones Software’s Yojimbo, then answer some listener feedback and address some various topics. And hey, this week’s show features a special guest gabber — listen to find out more! Show notes for […]
1/30/200647 minutes, 32 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab #36: Intel Mac Implications, Listener Feedback, and a QuickBooks Warning

Dave and John answer your questions, talk about the implications of the new Intel macs, and issue a warning for users of Quickbooks 2006. All this, and more, in this week’s edition of the Mac Geek Gab! Show notes for TMO To Go: Mac Geek Gab For January 23rd, 2006 […]
1/23/200642 minutes, 43 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab #35: Highlights from the Show Floor

Still at Macworld Expo, John and Dave talk through some of their favorite things from the show floor. Show notes for TMO To Go: Mac Geek Gab For January 12th, 2006 Direct Links: MP3 Version or AAC Version courtesy of Michael, aka Computernap!. Still at Macworld Expo, John and Dave […]
1/12/200625 minutes, 28 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab #34: Talking about Apple Announcement Live from Macworld Show Floor

From the Macworld Expo Podcast stage, John and Dave talk through their thoughts about the announcements made at the keynote, give away some prizes, and provide some juicy tidbits. Show notes for TMO To Go: Mac Geek Gab For January 10th, 2006 Direct Links: MP3 Version and AAC Version, courtesy […]
1/10/200643 minutes, 26 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab #33: Macworld Expo SF Pre-Show Sound-Check

Safely tucked away in a hotel room in San Francisco, John and Dave talk about their thoughts for the Expo, traveling, and more. Check out this pre-show soundcheck for tastes and tidbits of what’s to come later this week! Show notes for TMO To Go: Mac Geek Gab For January […]
1/9/200619 minutes, 20 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab #32: What Your Mac Does Behind Your Back and Advanced Podcasting Setup

Today’s Macs do a lot more than the original Mac ever did, and some of that stuff happens without you knowing it. John and Dave start this conversation with some of the things they watch on their Macs to make sure nothing is happening that shouldn’t be. Dave also found […]
1/1/200644 minutes, 27 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab #31: What To Do When Your Mac Won’t Boot

When your Mac won’t boot, Dave and John have some of the answers! This week’s show finds our hosts talking through all they steps they would take to revive a sick Mac, including different troubleshooting utilities, tips and tricks, plus where to send it when all else fails. Show notes […]
12/25/200547 minutes, 22 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab #30: Apple iMac Reviewed

The new iMac is the focus of tonight’s show. Both Dave and John had a chance to review ths iMac separately, and this episode is their first chance to talk through their experiences. Lots of juicy info here beyond the iMac too, for all to enjoy! Show notes for TMO […]
12/19/200544 minutes, 12 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab #29: Podcasting/Recording Answers and More!

John and Dave spend time going through listener feedback, with a bit of a focus on podcasting and audio recording-related questions. Additional notes include additional backup tips, and a few mini-rants about random seasonal topics. Show notes for TMO To Go: Mac Geek Gab For December 12th, 2005 Direct Links: […]
12/12/200542 minutes, 49 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab #28: Mailbag Fun! Backup strategies, Skype and more.

John and Dave spend the entire show answering YOUR questions, including their favorite backup strategies, setting the Windows workgroup name, and some iTunes tips, including one from a listener. Show notes for TMO To Go: Mac Geek Gab For December 5th, 2005 Direct Links: MP3 Version and the AAC Enhanced […]
12/5/200537 minutes, 11 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab #27: Holiday Wish List

John and Dave talk through their wishlists for the holidays… things they wish they had, things they wish existed, and more! Join Dave and John for this great show, then send in an audio comment with YOUR wishes! Show notes for TMO To Go: Mac Geek Gab For November 28th, […]
11/28/200540 minutes, 9 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab #26: Getting Geeky With Photos

Dave and John talk through their favorite ways to take, manage, view, and edit photos. Listen for details on things like easy photo editing, uploading to Flickr, discussion of other photo tricks and more! Show notes for TMO To Go: Mac Geek Gab For November 21st, 2005 Direct Links: MP3 […]
11/21/200542 minutes, 39 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab: Copying Videos to Your Mac and iPod

Doing the show from Dave’s hotel room at the Podcast and Portable Media Expo in Ontario, California, Dave and John talk through their experiences at the show, then segue into discussing different ways to get DVD video onto your computer, iPod and more. Show notes for TMO To Go: Mac […]
11/12/200529 minutes, 1 second
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Mac Geek Gab: Vidcast from Portable Media Expo

As promised to their listeners, nay viewers, Dave and John put together a short vidcast, optimized for the video iPod. Dave and John talk briefly about the Portable Media Expo, and discuss the agenda for the next audio cast, to be posted shortly. TMO To Go: Mac Geek Gab For […]
11/12/20050
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Mac Geek Gab: 10.4.3, Repartitioning, Swap Location, and TiVo

Dave and John wade through quite a few issues related to Apple’s latest 10.4.3 OS upgrade, discuss repartitioning (and how not to do it!), and moving your swap partition. Additionally, announcements from TiVo and Google round out this week’s show. Show notes for TMO To Go: Mac Geek Gab For […]
11/7/200543 minutes, 51 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab: Video iPod, Podcast Setup Details, and Listener Feedback!

Recorded on Halloween night, John and Dave come to you hopped up on candy to talk about a ton of stuff. Dave reviews the Video iPod, John and Dave answer a bunch of listener feedback, and they talk through the details of their podcasting setup, including the hardware and software […]
10/31/200540 minutes, 31 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab: SSH, Grep, Find, and Regular Expressions

To say that this show is chock full of info is an understatement! John and Dave continue their tour through the terminal, discussing shells, public key encryption and various other nuances. The meat is in the tips this time, though, with great info about authenticating as a priviledged user, setting […]
10/24/200547 minutes, 36 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab: Back to MP3 – Terminal Trip, Part 1

This week, John and Dave fire up the terminal and walk through some of their favorite utilities, focusing on the basics. Included are little tips to make your trips to the terminal easier, and Dave even details a way to change the default reader for MAN pages. Check it out, […]
10/17/200548 minutes, 47 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab: Tips for Switchers, Virus Rants, and More!

John and Dave focus their advice (and that from the listeners!) towards those of you who have switched from Windows or are thinking of doing so — but don’t shy away if you’re a long time Mac user, because there’s info there for you, too! Plus, Dave even gets in […]
10/10/200543 minutes, 32 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab: More Mailbag Treats

The mailbag is the seed of conversation this week as John and Dave dig in and spend the whole show answering your questions! Topics range from cleaning up your drive, resetting your Mac’s firmware, iChat AV bugs and more! Show notes for TMO To Go: Mac Geek Gab For October […]
10/2/200542 minutes, 28 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab: Favorite Travel-Related Gadgets, dotMac, and more

Travel-related Gadgets are the topic of this weeks’ Gab between John and Dave. These two self-professed geeks talk through their favorite toys to use when traveling. They also talk through some news items from the week, including some poignant tips about the latest dotMac upgrade. Show notes for TMO To […]
9/25/200542 minutes, 43 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab: Sweet 16 and Enhanced, iPod nano reviewed

Dave and John cover a variety of topics this week including reviewing the iPod nano, discussing their current podcasting setup, catching up with some listener feedback, and a few other surprises for you! Show notes for TMO To Go: Mac Geek Gab For September 19th, 2005 Podcast Link: TMO To […]
9/18/200539 minutes, 14 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab: Sending Files, Remote Control and Phones

John and Dave wrap up their conversation about file sharing, giving lots of alternative options to allow you to send files to friends and colleagues across the Internet. Additionally, some discussion on screen sharing and remote control, as well as some more listener feedback. Enjoy! Show notes for TMO To […]
9/11/200534 minutes, 22 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab: Sharing Files, Tips, and Audio Comments

Sending large files across the Internet isn’t always easy, and Dave and John go through some options for doing this today. Then it’s straight to the mailbag, sharing some great tips sent in by listeners, including an awesome app for creating audio comments. Show notes for TMO To Go: Mac […]
9/2/200537 minutes, 40 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab: Chock Full of Tasty Tips

Back to their normal setup, and sounding as good as ever, Dave and John go through a ton of reader feedback and audio comments. This show is chock full of great hints and tips, including talk about the Mac Geek Gab podcasting setup, undeleting, software update, Safari usage, defragmenting, and […]
8/28/200537 minutes, 18 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab: Keeping Your Mac Running Smooth

After suffering through yet more broadband problems with John’s cable modem, Dave and John get a Geek Gab out, albeit a day late. Dave’s chiming in from Austin, Texas, and he and John talk about their favorite ways to keep their Macs running smooth, and how to tell when it’s […]
8/22/200527 minutes, 4 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab: Stuff You Stick In Your Mac

Due to a broadband outage, John and Dave go low(er) tech this week, at least in terms of the recording methods. That said, the show is still a geek gab, and is anything but low tech! John and Dave talk about their favorite hardware and Dave even gets a great […]
8/14/200532 minutes, 5 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab: Traveling Tips, ATSServer, and phone/PDAs

John gets back from vacation and tells us all about his experiences figuring out the wireless base station and SMTP server at the vacation house — this chat includes lots of great tidbits for anyone ever traveling with a computer, including a few ways of finding your local mail server. […]
8/7/200529 minutes, 50 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab: Shareware Picks

John’s heading off for vacation, so the show comes early this week. Today’s topic is shareware, and John and Dave talk through a few of their favorites, plus one recommended by a listener. Show notes for TMO To Go: Mac Geek Gab For July 29th, 2005 Podcast Link: TMO To […]
7/29/200529 minutes, 43 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab: Backing up for AppleCare

John’s PowerBook went to AppleCare (and came back) this week. As such, John and Dave discuss AppleCare and what you should do when you’re sending your machine off. Additional discussion includes a few clarifications on the hub vs. switch conversation and the Volt/Amp discussion, both from last week’s show. Show […]
7/24/200528 minutes, 7 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab: Lightning Strikes

Back from Macworld, Dave finds lightning struck his home and office network and talks about what to do to make sure this never happens to you. That leads to quite a few tangents where John and Dave explore various topics, including their overall take on Macworld Expo Boston 2005. Show […]
7/17/200524 minutes, 15 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab: Direct from Macworld Boston

Macworld Expo Boston is the stage for this podcast. John and Dave report their findings and experiences straight from Beantown, talking about products, events, and feedback from the show floor. Show notes for TMO To Go: Mac Geek Gab, Macworld Boston, July 12, 2005 Podcast Link: TMO To Go: Mac […]
7/12/20050
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Mac Geek Gab: Mailbag Mayhem

John and Dave dig into the mailbag this week to answer your questions. Topics range from helping a user through the Finder, talking more about Mactel and what it means to you, a follow-up on WiFi/AirPort security, and a Macworld preview. Show notes for TMO To Go: Mac Geek Gab, […]
7/10/200527 minutes, 44 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab: Bluetooth Bonanza

Bluetooth is this week’s main topic with Dave Hamilton and John F. Braun. They chat about cell phone connections, headsets, and other related peripherals. Additional points of interest: iTunes 4.9 tidbits, and high speed internet access. Show notes for TMO To Go: Mac Geek Gab, week of July 4th, 2005 […]
7/4/200521 minutes, 35 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab: Wireless Base Stations Revealed

This week, John F. Braun and Dave Hamilton come to you talking about wireless/airport connections, focusing on base stations, options available, and methods to secure them properly. Show notes for TMO To Go: Mac Geek Gab, week of June 27th, 2005 Podcast Link: TMO To Go: Mac Geek Gab, June […]
6/26/200524 minutes, 48 seconds
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Mac Geek Gab: All About Podcatching

This week, John F. Braun and Dave Hamilton chat about their favorite ways to get and listen to podcasts (and more!). If you’re listening to the Mac Geek Gab directly in your browser, you’ll definitely want to check this out, and even if you’re not you may get something more […]
6/19/200525 minutes, 51 seconds
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The Mac Geek Gab Podcast - Inaugural Edition

Today marks the release of the inaugural edition of TMO’s first foray into podcasting, TMO To Go: Mac Geek Gab. This podcast features two long-time TMO staffers — Dave Hamilton and John F. Braun — talking about the benefits of defragmenting your hard drive (and the best way to do […]
6/13/200525 minutes, 48 seconds