MacVoices

Chuck Joiner
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  1. MacVoices #26194: Road to Macstock - Marty Jencius

    5 hrs ago

    MacVoices #26194: Road to Macstock - Marty Jencius

    Our next stop on the Road to Macstock is with Marty Jencius, who  previews his workshop on troubleshooting Apple devices through a highly interactive "open space" format. Rather than a lecture, Marty explains how attendees will form small groups around real questions, share expertise, move between discussions using the "law of two feet," and create organic conversations. The result will be a flexible, collaborative experience that encourages learning, problem-solving, and new connections among the participants.  MacVoices is supported by Macstock Connference, along with Ecamm Creator Camp, taking place in Crystal Lake IL on July 9 - 12. Sign up at macstockconference.com and use the code "macvoices" to save $50 off your ticket. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and Road to Macstock 01:40 A New Kind of Troubleshooting Session 05:31 Understanding Open Space Technology 07:05 Building Groups Around Real Questions 09:52 The Law of Two Feet 11:27 How Troubleshooting Topics Will Be Chosen 16:09 Creating Connections Through Shared Interests 18:31 Why Moving Between Groups Matters 20:15 Adding New Topics During the Session 23:17 Why the Evening Slot Works 25:32 Marty's Discount Code 26:12 Marty's Podcasts and Projects Links: Macstock Conference http://macstockconference.com Marty's Discount Code: thepodtalk  Guests: Get detailed bios and contact information about for the panel on the MacVoices Live! Panel page on our web site: https://macvoices.com/macvoiceslive/macvoices-live-panel/ Support:      Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon      http://patreon.com/macvoices      Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect:      Web:      http://macvoices.com      Twitter:      http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner      http://www.twitter.com/macvoices      Mastodon:      https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner      Facebook:      http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner      MacVoices Page on Facebook:      http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/      MacVoices Group on Facebook:      http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice      LinkedIn:      https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/      Instagram:      https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe:      Audio in iTunes      Video in iTunes      Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher:      Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss      Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss

    31 min
  2. MacVoices #26193: Live! - What Apple Wants From John Prosser, The 20 Most-Streamed Artists, and A New Merch Store!

    1 day ago

    MacVoices #26193: Live! - What Apple Wants From John Prosser, The 20 Most-Streamed Artists, and A New Merch Store!

    The launch of a new MacVoices merch store kicks off this session, including product choices, embroidery options, and listener-requested items. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Eric Bolden, Ben Roethig, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, and Guy Serle then turn to Apple's lawsuit involving Jon Prosser, the default judgment being set aside, and what Apple may hope to gain through discovery. The group closes by reacting to Apple Music's most-streamed artists list and how streaming reflects changing musical demographics. http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV26193.mp3 MacVoices is supported by NordLayer. Secure your network & stay compliant with one toggle-ready platform. Get an exclusive offer: up to 22% off NordLayer yearly plans plus 10% on top with the coupon code: MACVOICES10 at NordLayer.com/macvoices.  Try it risk-free—14-day money-back guarantee. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 Opening topics preview 01:00 New merchandise store announcement 02:09 Shirt quality, embroidery, and merch options 03:36 First sale and listener-requested items 05:02 Panel introductions 10:17 Apple's Jon Prosser lawsuit update 12:45 Why Apple may want more information 17:20 Why give up a default judgment? 20:54 Apple Music's most-streamed artists list 22:12 Generational differences in music taste 24:39 Closing and support information Links: Judge agrees to set aside default entered against Jon Prosser in Apple lawsuit https://9to5mac.com/2026/06/22/judge-agrees-to-set-aside-default-entered-against-jon-prosser-in-apple-lawsuit/ Apple shares the top 20 most streamed artists of all-time on Apple Music https://appleworld.today/2026/06/apple-shares-the-top-20-most-streamed-artists-of-all-time-on-apple-music/ Guests: Get detailed bios and contact information about for the panel on the MacVoices Live! Panel page on our web site: https://macvoices.com/macvoiceslive/macvoices-live-panel/ Support:      Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon      http://patreon.com/macvoices      Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect:      Web:      http://macvoices.com      Twitter:      http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner      http://www.twitter.com/macvoices      Mastodon:      https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner      Facebook:      http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner      MacVoices Page on Facebook:      http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/      MacVoices Group on Facebook:      http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice      LinkedIn:      https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/      Instagram:      https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe:      Audio in iTunes      Video in iTunes      Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher:      Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss      Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss

    26 min
  3. MacVoices #26192: Road to Macstock - Michael D.J. Eisenberg

    1 day ago

    MacVoices #26192: Road to Macstock - Michael D.J. Eisenberg

    The Road to Macstock takes us to Michael D.J. Eisenberg. whose presentation will focus on podcasting, sharing how he plans to help attendees understand what makes a show work, from concept and preparation to recording, production, and audience connection. The conversation also highlights the value of learning from experienced creators in person and the community energy that makes the event special.  Today's edition of MacVoices is supported by MacVoices Live!, our weekly live panel discussion of what is going in the Apple space as well as the larger tech world, and how it is impacting you. Join us live at YouTube.com/MacVoicesTV at 8 PM Eastern 5 PM Pacific, or whatever time that is wherever you are and participate in the chat, or catch the edited and segmented versions of the show on the regular MacVoices channels and feeds. Show Notes: Chapters: 0:00 Opening and episode introduction 00:44 The road to MacStock and Crystal Lake 00:58 A weekend of camaraderie and information 01:08 Welcoming Michael "DJ" Eisenberg 01:17 Michael looks ahead to the Chicago-area event 03:00 Returning as a speaker and community participant 06:00 The value of live presentations and shared ideas 09:00 Audience connection and why small events matter 11:59 A 100-person audience and unexpected international interest 12:14 Attendees from Australia and the reach of the event 13:30 Why people should make the trip 14:30 Closing encouragement and event reminder Links: Macstock Conference http://macstockconference.com Michael's Discount Code: techsavvylawyer  Guests: Michael D.J. Eisenberg is the award‑winning blogger, podcaster, and creator of The Tech-Savvy Lawyer.Page, where he helps lawyers and legal professionals use technology more efficiently, ethically, and profitably in everyday practice. He is also a dedicated veteran's disability benefits advocate, using both his legal and tech skills to help veterans better understand and access the benefits they've earned. An Amazon #1 bestselling author in Legal Office Technology, Michael wrote The Lawyer's Guide to Podcasting, a practical roadmap for launching a professional‑grade legal or business podcast without needing to be "techy" or buy a studio full of gear. At MacStock 2026, Michael returns to the stage with "Podcasting with Apple: From Idea to Launch Using the Gear You Already Own," a deep‑dive into planning, recording, editing, and publishing a podcast using Apple products—your iPhone, iPad, Mac, and the apps you already have installed. Drawing on his own Apple‑centric workflows from The Tech-Savvy Lawyer.Page podcast, he'll walk attendees through topic selection, simple recording setups with built‑in mics and AirPods, editing on the Mac, iPad, or iPhone, and secure, client‑safe workflows tailored for professionals and advocates. Whether you are a lawyer, veteran's benefits advocate, consultant, creator, or small business owner, you'll leave with a concrete, Apple‑based launch plan you can implement as soon as you get back to your desk. Support:      Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon      http://patreon.com/macvoices      Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect:      Web:      http://macvoices.com      Twitter:      http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner      http://www.twitter.com/macvoices      Mastodon:      https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner      Facebook:      http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner      MacVoices Page on Facebook:      http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/      MacVoices Group on Facebook:      http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice      LinkedIn:      https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/      Instagram:      https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe:      Audio in iTunes      Video in iTunes      Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher:      Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss      Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss

    28 min
  4. MacVoices #26191: Live! - Fox Buys Roku, Spotify Removed 57,000 Podcasts, and College AI Majors

    2 days ago

    MacVoices #26191: Live! - Fox Buys Roku, Spotify Removed 57,000 Podcasts, and College AI Majors

    Several tech stories kick off this session, including RAID software compatibility warnings, Bending Spoons' IPO, foreign influence campaigns around data centers, and Fox's reported Roku purchase. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Marty Jencius, Web Bixby, Jeff Gamet, and Eric Bolden focus heavily on streaming control, smart TV data collection, Apple TV's future, Spotify's removal of fake drug-related podcasts, and the rapid growth of AI majors in higher education.  http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV26190.mp3 MacVoices is supported by NordLayer. Secure your network & stay compliant with one toggle-ready platform. Get an exclusive offer: up to 22% off NordLayer yearly plans plus 10% on top with the coupon code: MACVOICES10 at NordLayer.com/macvoices.  Try it risk-free—14-day money-back guarantee. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 Opening topics preview 00:30 Show notes and topic setup 00:50 RAID software compatibility warning 01:39 Bending Spoons IPO and Vimeo concerns 02:45 OpenAI, fake accounts, and data center influence campaigns 03:33 Fox buying Roku for $22 billion 04:14 Roku's role as both platform and device ecosystem 05:34 Why Fox may want Roku's reach and data 08:13 Why smart TVs already raise data questions 08:27 Preference for external streaming boxes 09:34 Concern over a future without dedicated streaming devices 10:15 Smart TV apps versus Apple TV experience 10:50 Will Apple update the Apple TV hardware? 11:34 Enterprise, education, and signage uses for Apple TV 12:15 Why Apple TV still matters in managed environments 14:43 Spotify removes 57,000 fake podcast episodes 15:19 Fake podcasts as funnels for illicit storefronts 16:15 Growth of AI majors and minors in U.S. colleges 16:38 University AI programs and funding pressures 17:37 Education's resistance to AI versus new AI degrees 18:38 AI programs as revenue streams 20:39 The challenge of building a four-year AI curriculum 21:52 AI and library science possibilities 23:48 Librarians and evolving search tools 24:41 Higher education concerns about AI-written assignments 25:29 Proposed bans and AI detection tools 26:08 Why banning AI may not be realistic 26:39 False positives, false negatives, and student paranoia 27:22 AI as an academic arms race 27:35 Panel wrap-up and final thoughts 27:55 Eric Bolden contact information 28:58 Jeff Gamet contact information 30:18 Web Bixby contact information 31:33 Marty Jencius contact information 33:07 Jim Rea contact information 34:11 David Ginsburg contact information 34:49 Live show information and closing 35:34 Closing credits and support information Links:   Snap's slimmed down AR Specs go on sale later this year for $2,195 https://www.engadget.com/2195207/snap-ar-specs-launch-price/ If you rely on RAID array software on Mac, it's time to check with your supplier https://appleinsider.com/articles/26/06/11/if-you-rely-on-raid-array-software-on-mac-its-time-to-check-with-your-supplier Bypass Siri AI Waitlist on macOS 27 Golden Gate Beta: Here's How https://www.macrumors.com/how-to/bypass-siri-ai-waitlist-macos-27-beta/   Bending Spoons IPO: Mysterious owner of Vimeo, AOL, and Eventbrite files for stock market debut https://www.fastcompany.com/91555784/bending-spoons-ipo-sec-s1-filing-mysterious-vimeo-aol-eventbrite-owner-files-for-stock-market-debut OpenAI says fake accounts from China tried to turn Americans against data centers – Engadget https://www.engadget.com/2191966/openai-china-influence-campaigns-against-data-centers-report Fox is buying Roku for $22 billion – Engadget https://www.engadget.com/2194058/fox-is-buying-roku-for-22-billion/ Spotify removed 57,000 fake podcast episodes selling illegal drugs after congressional pressure https://thenextweb.com/news/spotify-removed-57000-fake-podcast-episodes-drug-spam The researcher Microsoft threatened just dropped a seventh Windows zero-day hours after Patch Tuesday https://thenextweb.com/news/chaotic-eclipse-rogueplanet-windows-defender-zero-da Report: US colleges now offer 74+ AI majors and 89+ minors, and at least a dozen schools are set to add AI majors this year; only five had AI majors in 2021 https://www.techmeme.com/260609/p3#a260609p3 Guests: Get detailed bios and contact information about for the panel on the MacVoices Live! Panel page on our web site: https://macvoices.com/macvoiceslive/macvoices-live-panel/ Support:      Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon      http://patreon.com/macvoices      Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect:      Web:      http://macvoices.com      Twitter:      http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner      http://www.twitter.com/macvoices      Mastodon:      https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner      Facebook:      http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner      MacVoices Page on Facebook:      http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/      MacVoices Group on Facebook:      http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice      LinkedIn:      https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/      Instagram:      https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe:      Audio in iTunes      Video in iTunes      Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher:      Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss      Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss

    36 min
  5. MacVoices #26190: Road to Macstock - Dave Ginsburg

    3 days ago

    MacVoices #26190: Road to Macstock - Dave Ginsburg

    On the Road to Macstock, we look forward to the presentation by David Ginsburg, who will look back on ten years of Apple change, reflecting on the move from Intel Macs and early Apple Watch days to Apple Silicon, AirDrop, Continuity, Vision Pro, and Apple Intelligence. Dave discusses how small ecosystem improvements reshape daily workflows, how enterprise experience informs his perspective, and how we got from there to here.  This edition of MacVoices is brought to you by our Patreon supporters. Get access to the MacVoices Slack and MacVoices After Dark by joining in at Patreon.com/macvoices. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 Opening and Road to MacStock introduction 00:51 Introducing David Ginsburg 01:18 David's MacStock presentation topic 01:36 Ten years of Apple change and adaptation 02:20 Putting Apple progress into perspective 03:14 Living through Apple transitions as users 04:17 Apple Silicon, AirDrop, Continuity, and Apple Watch 04:52 Everyday ecosystem features used in production workflows 06:04 iCloud, Apple Notes, and syncing across devices 07:05 AI as part of the next wave of change 07:53 Dave's enterprise perspective 09:31 Growing professionally through Apple technology 10:13 Vision Pro as a bridge to the future 10:51 Apple Intelligence and another transition period 11:53 WWDC timing and future perspective 12:48 Apple Intelligence expectations 13:46 Encouraging attendees to register 14:12 MacStock as shared enthusiasm and learning 15:03 Where to find David Ginsburg online 16:11 Why first-time attendees quickly find community 16:54 Closing credits and support information Links: Macstock Conference http://macstockconference.com Dave's Discount Code: intouch  Guests: David Ginsburg is the host of the weekly podcast In Touch With iOS where he discusses all things iOS, iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Watch, and related technologies. He is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users. Visit his YouTube channel at https://youtube.com/daveg65 and find and follow him on Twitter @daveg65 and on Mastodon at @daveg65@mastodon.cloud. Support:      Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon      http://patreon.com/macvoices      Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect:      Web:      http://macvoices.com      Twitter:      http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner      http://www.twitter.com/macvoices      Mastodon:      https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner      Facebook:      http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner      MacVoices Page on Facebook:      http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/      MacVoices Group on Facebook:      http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice      LinkedIn:      https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/      Instagram:      https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe:      Audio in iTunes      Video in iTunes      Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher:      Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss      Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss

    17 min
  6. MacVoices #26189: NAB - Epidemic Sound Talks on Copyright, Creators, and Licensing

    3 days ago

    MacVoices #26189: NAB - Epidemic Sound Talks on Copyright, Creators, and Licensing

    At NAB in Las Vegas, Alex Mavlios of Epidemic Sound explains how the company licenses music by acquiring full rights from artists, then offering secure usage across podcasts, video, social media, broadcast, and film. He addresses copyright risks, monetized content, artist royalties, pricing from creator plans to enterprise licenses, and why perpetual licensing helps creators avoid future rights disputes.  Show Notes: Chapters: 0:03 Opening from NAB 2026 00:13 Introducing Alex from Epidemic Sound 00:27 What Epidemic Sound does 00:39 Scouting artists and operating like a label 00:55 Commissioning tracks and acquiring full rights 01:25 Artist distribution and royalty sharing 01:42 Secure licensing for creators and clients 01:47 Platform tools for finding and syncing music 01:59 Types of music licenses available 02:20 Licensing for broadcast, podcasts, social, public performance, and film 02:49 Non-exclusive use of licensed tracks 03:10 Why multiple rights holders create risk 03:42 Planning ahead before content becomes successful 04:00 Copyright exposure on social media 04:35 Comparing licensed music to playing your own 04:55 Pricing for individual creators and large enterprises 05:52 Perpetual licensing and long-term protection 06:20 Website and closing with Alex 06:28 More coverage from NAB in Las Vegas 06:34 Closing credits and support information Support:      Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon      http://patreon.com/macvoices      Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect:      Web:      http://macvoices.com      Twitter:      http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner      http://www.twitter.com/macvoices      Mastodon:      https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner      Facebook:      http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner      MacVoices Page on Facebook:      http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/      MacVoices Group on Facebook:      http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice      LinkedIn:      https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/      Instagram:      https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe:      Audio in iTunes      Video in iTunes      Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher:      Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss      Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss

    7 min
  7. MacVoices #26188: Live - App Store Guidelines, AI Password Changing, and Snap's Specs

    4 days ago

    MacVoices #26188: Live - App Store Guidelines, AI Password Changing, and Snap's Specs

    The MacVoices Live! panel discusses Apple's updated App Store review guidelines, the challenge of filtering low-quality or AI-generated apps, and whether trusted developers should receive faster review. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Marty Jencius, Web Bixby, Jeff Gamet, and Eric Bolden also debate Apple's Passwords app gaining automatic password-changing abilities, weighing convenience against account-lockout risk. They also provide reactions to Snap's new Specs and the uncertain future of smart glasses.  MacVoices is supported by NordLayer. Secure your network & stay compliant with one toggle-ready platform. Get an exclusive offer: up to 22% off NordLayer yearly plans plus 10% on top with the coupon code: MACVOICES10 at NordLayer.com/macvoices. Try it risk-free—14-day money-back guarantee. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 Opening topics and sponsor message 00:27 Tim Cook's WWDC morning video 01:34 WWDC swag and Finder collectibles 03:24 Apple's app submission volume 03:46 Updated App Store guidelines for low-quality apps 04:19 The scale problem of reviewing thousands of apps 05:48 Should trusted developers get faster review? 06:27 Policing successful or suspicious apps 07:37 Apple Passwords app and automatic password changes 08:00 Initial skepticism from the panel 09:09 How automatic password changes may work 10:09 Standards, automation, and website support 11:10 Balancing convenience with trust 12:22 Why password automation could help less technical users 13:15 Implementation concerns and website complexity 14:13 Comparing the feature to Face ID's early skepticism 15:41 Account lockout as the biggest risk 16:28 Where automatic password changes could be useful 17:33 Interface design and fallbacks 18:27 Security tradeoffs and password visibility 19:36 Passwords as an aging technology 20:10 Password managers and better password habits 21:35 Passkeys and the slow path to adoption 23:23 Sponsor message 25:48 Snap Specs pricing and release expectations 26:13 Recording indicators and privacy concerns 26:34 Comparing Snap Specs to Meta smart glasses 27:18 Price, style, and hardware limitations 28:16 Ray-Ban Meta glasses and AI features 28:35 Vision Pro comparisons and entertainment value 29:20 Potential use cases for smart glasses 30:45 Skepticism about current smart glasses design 31:14 Are these products ready for consumers? 32:06 Humor, smart glasses, and panel reactions 33:39 Closing comments and event mentions 34:15 Closing credits and support information Links: Tim Cook posts comedic 'Good morning' video to mark final Apple event as CEO https://9to5mac.com/2026/06/08/tim-cook-posts-comedic-good-morning-video-to-mark-final-apple-event-as-ceo/ WWDC 2026 Swag Bag Includes Little Finder Guy https://www.macrumors.com/2026/06/08/wwdc-2026-swag-bag-little-finder-guy/ Apple Updates App Store Guidelines With Stricter Rules for Low-Quality Apps https://www.macrumors.com/2026/06/09/app-store-guidelines-low-quality-apps/ iOS 27's Passwords app can change your passwords for you, automatically – 9to5Mac https://9to5mac.com/2026/06/08/ios-27s-passwords-app-can-change-your-passwords-for-you-automatically/ Guests: Get detailed bios and contact information about for the panel on the MacVoices Live! Panel page on our web site: https://macvoices.com/macvoiceslive/macvoices-live-panel/ Support:      Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon      http://patreon.com/macvoices      Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect:      Web:      http://macvoices.com      Twitter:      http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner      http://www.twitter.com/macvoices      Mastodon:      https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner      Facebook:      http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner      MacVoices Page on Facebook:      http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/      MacVoices Group on Facebook:      http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice      LinkedIn:      https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/      Instagram:      https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe:      Audio in iTunes      Video in iTunes      Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher:      Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss      Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss

    36 min
  8. MacVoices #26187: Road to Macstock - Allison Sheridan

    4 days ago

    MacVoices #26187: Road to Macstock - Allison Sheridan

    On the Road to Macstock, Allison Sheridan previews her session that features a hands-on spreadsheet workshop comparing Excel, Numbers, and Google Sheets. She explains practical skills like fill-down, fill-right, and possibly pivot tables, while stressing that the goal is not exhaustive training but confidence-building. Our conversation also touches on Copilot i relation to Excel, vibe coding, and why Macstock feels like coming home. Today's MacVoices is supported by TV+ Talk, our MacVoices series with Charlotte Henry focused on Apple TV+. From shows and other content to the business side there's always something to learn about apple's streaming service. Find it at the Categories listings on the web site or go directly to macvoices.com/category/tvplustalk Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 Opening and Road to MacStock introduction 00:35 Chuck welcomes Allison Sheridan 01:07 Why MacStock feels like going home 01:37 The welcoming culture for first-time attendees 02:31 Previewing Allison's presentation topic 03:16 A hands-on spreadsheet workshop 03:51 Comparing Excel, Numbers, and Google Sheets 04:25 Fill down, fill right, and practical spreadsheet basics 05:18 Pivot tables as a possible bonus topic 06:02 Finding usable demo data sets 07:42 Why pivot tables can be less intimidating than they seem 08:20 Excel versus Numbers and spreadsheet preferences 08:46 Where Copilot fits into spreadsheet work 10:30 Why this is not an AI presentation 11:01 Practical spreadsheet skills for mixed-experience audiences 12:30 Why covering all three major spreadsheet apps matters 13:14 Who will benefit most from the session 13:54 What attendees should bring 14:54 Chuck guesses Allison's topic 15:21 Vibe coding as an addictive new productivity tool 16:13 The dopamine hit of building apps with AI 17:04 How vibe coding enthusiasm spreads 17:38 Being polite to AI tools 18:11 Allison's MacStock discount code 19:12 Encouraging attendees to join the Crystal Lake event 19:36 Closing thoughts with Allison Sheridan 20:01 Closing credits and support information Links: Macstock Conference http://macstockconference.com Allison's Discount Code: podfeet  Guests: Allison Sheridan started podcasting in May of 2005, just 7 months after podcasting was invented. At 20 years, her flagship show, the NosillaCast Podcast, became the longest-running Apple-centric podcast. In the NosillaCast, she focuses on reviewing tech products with an EVER so slight Apple bias, while weaving accessibility throughout her content. She also co-hosts the Programming By Stealth podcast, where Bart Busschots teaches the audience to program through an audio podcast (with Bart's tutorial shownotes). Bart and Allison also hosted the podcast Taming the Terminal, which is a 40+ episode guide to the macOS Terminal, which you can also get as an ebook through Apple Books. She has a tech conversation show called Chit Chat Across the Pond, which currently comes out at least once a month with Adam Engst of TidBITS as her most frequent guest. She's a founding speaker at Macstock Conference every year outside of Chicago, and a frequent guest on the Daily Tech News Show and Clockwise podcasts. She is also a video screencast tutor for the subscription service ScreenCastsONLINE. She and her husband, Steve, produce video interviews from trade shows such as CES and CSUN's Assistive Tech conference. She's an avid exerciser, walking around 7 miles a day, and enjoys time with their dog Kepler, and two cats Ada Lovelace and Grace Hopper. Yes, their pets are all named after scientists! Support:      Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon      http://patreon.com/macvoices      Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect:      Web:      http://macvoices.com      Twitter:      http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner      http://www.twitter.com/macvoices      Mastodon:      https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner      Facebook:      http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner      MacVoices Page on Facebook:      http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/      MacVoices Group on Facebook:      http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice      LinkedIn:      https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/      Instagram:      https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe:      Audio in iTunes      Video in iTunes      Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher:      Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss      Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss

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    Chuck Joiner
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