The Context Machine

Bryan Chaffin and Jeff Gamet
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The podcast where Bryan and Jeff talk about whatever they want.

Episodes

  1. 2 DAYS AGO

    Tim Cook Says “Psych!” Plus Lil Finder Guy and AirPods Max 2

    Tim Cook shoots down Bryan’s hypothesis about when he’ll retire from Apple, Jeff doesn’t help with Bryan cope with the emotional trauma. But on a happier note, they also get excited about Lil Finder Guy, and Jeff is interested in the new AirPods Max 2. SPONSOR: Framer – Framer is more than a site-builder. It’s a true all-in-one design platform. From social assets to campaign visuals to vectors & icons, all the way to a live site. Start creating for free at Framer.com/tcm, and use code TCM for 30% off a Framer Pro annual plan. Sources referenced in this episode: Tim Cook squashes retirement rumors, says he ‘can’t imagine life without Apple’ A Collection of Lil Finder 5K Wallpapers Lil Finder Guy Apple introduces AirPods Max 2 Macstock X Bryan’s book Accidental Intelligence Bryan’s short story King Liam, First of His Name Mason Truman on Threads Come see Jeff speak at Macstock X! It’s July 10, 11, and 12 at the Elara Convention Center in Crystal Lake, Illinois. Review the show on Apple Podcasts Where to find us: The Context Machine on Bluesky The Context Machine Facebook Group – Facebook The Context Machine on Mastodon The Context Machine on Post Bryan’s Instagram Bryan’s Mastodon Bryan’s Threads Bryan’s blog: GeekTells Jeff’s Instagram Jeff’s Mastodon Jeff’s Pixelfed Jeff’s YouTube Channel The post Tim Cook Says “Psych!” Plus Lil Finder Guy and AirPods Max 2 appeared first on The Context Machine Podcast.

    31 min

  2. 6 DAYS AGO

    Apple Turns 50, Tim Cook Retirement Speculation, and the MacBook Neo

    Bryan and Jeff look at Apple’s 50th anniversary plans, how the event fits with Tim Cook’s potential retirement plans, and what the company has released under his leadership. They also talk about the impact the MacBook Neo is having on the low-cost laptop market. Bonus: Jeff is speaking at Macstock again this year! SPONSOR: MacPaw CleanMyMac – Get tidy today with CleanMyMac! Try 7 days free and use our code CONTEXTMACHINE for 20% off at clnmy.com/CONTEXTMACHINE. Sources referenced in this episode: Apple to celebrate 50 years of thinking different 50 Years of Thinking Different Hello Apple promo on Instagram Macstock X MacBook Neo Bryan’s book Accidental Intelligence Bryan’s short story King Liam, First of His Name Mason Truman on Threads Come see Jeff speak at Macstock X! It’s July 10, 11, and 12 at the Elara Convention Center in Crystal Lake, Illinois. Review the show on Apple Podcasts Where to find us: The Context Machine on Bluesky The Context Machine Facebook Group – Facebook The Context Machine on Mastodon The Context Machine on Post Bryan’s Instagram Bryan’s Mastodon Bryan’s Threads Bryan’s blog: GeekTells Jeff’s Instagram Jeff’s Mastodon Jeff’s Pixelfed Jeff’s YouTube Channel The post Apple Turns 50, Tim Cook Retirement Speculation, and the MacBook Neo appeared first on The Context Machine Podcast.

    33 min

  3. 21 FEB

    Jeff Prattles on about The Omni Group and Random Rosetta Issue

    Bryan listens to Jeff talk about what’s coming in OmniGraffle and OmniFocus in 2026. They also look at a blog from a long-time friend, the Computer History Museum’s upcoming 50th birthday celebration for Apple, and an app Jeff won’t be able to use any more when Mac OS 27 drops Rosetta 2 support. SPONSOR: Framer – Framer is more than a site-builder. It’s a true all-in-one design platform. From social assets to campaign visuals to vectors & icons, all the way to a live site. Start creating for free at Framer.com/tcm, and use code TCM for 30% off a Framer Pro annual plan. Sources referenced in this episode: The Omni Group’s 2026 plans for OmniGraffle and OmniFocus Omni Links Apple Foundation Models Vern Seward’s GoGzr blog Computer History Museum’s TechFest: Happy Birthday, Apple Bryan’s book Accidental Intelligence Bryan’s short story King Liam, First of His Name Mason Truman on Threads Review the show on Apple Podcasts Where to find us: The Context Machine on Bluesky The Context Machine Facebook Group – Facebook The Context Machine on Mastodon The Context Machine on Post Bryan’s Instagram Bryan’s Mastodon Bryan’s Threads Bryan’s blog: GeekTells Jeff’s Instagram Jeff’s Mastodon Jeff’s Pixelfed Jeff’s YouTube Channel The post Jeff Prattles on about The Omni Group and Random Rosetta Issue appeared first on The Context Machine Podcast.

    33 min

  4. 15 FEB

    Apple Vision Pro’s Retrocade Is Magical, and John’s CNC Journey

    Bryan is joined by guest-host John Kheit to talk about Apple’s new Retrocade games on Apple vision Pro, and Bryan says it’s a magical experience (with a caveat). They also talk about John’s CNC journey, including a feature-rich machine he’s waiting for from Kickstarter. SPONSOR: MacPaw – Get Tidy Today! Try 7 days free and use my code CONTEXTMACHINE for 20% off at clnmy.com/CONTEXTMACHINE! Sources referenced in this episode: Apple Vision Pro owners will get a great assortment of classic arcade games in VR soon – AppleInsider The CNC Machine John Ordered on Kickstarter – Kickstarter Bryan’s book Accidental Intelligence Bryan’s short story King Liam, First of His Name Mason Truman on Threads Review the show on Apple Podcasts Where to find us: The Context Machine on Bluesky The Context Machine Facebook Group – Facebook The Context Machine on Mastodon The Context Machine on Post Bryan’s Instagram Bryan’s Mastodon Bryan’s Threads Bryan’s blog: GeekTells Jeff’s Instagram Jeff’s Mastodon Jeff’s Pixelfed Jeff’s YouTube Channel The post Apple Vision Pro’s Retrocade Is Magical, and John’s CNC Journey appeared first on The Context Machine Podcast.

    36 min

  5. 1 FEB

    AirTags 2, Apple Buys Q.ai, Plus Jeff Needs an Ear Horn

    Bryan and Jeff talk about the AirTag refresh, and Apple buying the AI startup Q.ai. They also discuss Jeff’s recent audiology checkup and resources for people with hearing loss and tinnitus. SPONSOR: Copilot Money – Copilot Money is the personal finance app to make your money yours. Start 2026 with clarity and confidence. Copilot Money helps you understand your finances, stay organized, and make better decisions—no matter your starting point. Get two months free when you sign up for Copilot Money with our code: CONTEXT Sources referenced in this episode: Apple introduces new AirTag with expanded connectivity range and improved findability Apple acquires Israeli audio AI startup Q.ai AirPods Pro 3 health features Bryan’s book Accidental Intelligence Bryan’s short story King Liam, First of His Name Mason Truman on Threads Review the show on Apple Podcasts Where to find us: The Context Machine on Bluesky The Context Machine Facebook Group – Facebook The Context Machine on Mastodon The Context Machine on Post Bryan’s Instagram Bryan’s Mastodon Bryan’s Threads Bryan’s blog: GeekTells Jeff’s Instagram Jeff’s Mastodon Jeff’s Pixelfed Jeff’s YouTube Channel The post AirTags 2, Apple Buys Q.ai, Plus Jeff Needs an Ear Horn appeared first on The Context Machine Podcast.

    30 min

  6. 25 JAN

    Apple Rumors: a Chatbot and a Wearable Pin?

    Apple reportedly has a big AI chatbot upgrade in the works for Siri, and is developing a wearable pin device, too. Bryan and Jeff explore the likelihood and potential value (or not) in both. SPONSOR: Framer – Framer is more than a site-builder. It’s a true all-in-one design platform. From social assets to campaign visuals to vectors & icons, all the way to a live site. Start creating for free at Framer.com/tcm, and use code TCM for a free month of Framer Pro. Sources referenced in this episode: Apple plans to integrate an AI chatbot into its operating systems Apple said to be working on wearable pin HP plans to acquire Humane assets, but not its AI pin Bryan’s book Accidental Intelligence Bryan’s short story King Liam, First of His Name Mason Truman on Threads Review the show on Apple Podcasts Where to find us: The Context Machine on Bluesky The Context Machine Facebook Group – Facebook The Context Machine on Mastodon The Context Machine on Post Bryan’s Instagram Bryan’s Mastodon Bryan’s Threads Bryan’s blog: GeekTells Jeff’s Instagram Jeff’s Mastodon Jeff’s Pixelfed Jeff’s YouTube Channel The post Apple Rumors: a Chatbot and a Wearable Pin? appeared first on The Context Machine Podcast.

    31 min

  7. 18 JAN

    Apple’s Creator Studio and an EU App Store Alternative Closes

    Apple announced its Creator Studio app bundle subscription, and MacPaw is shuttering its alternative iOS app store in the EU. That gives Bryan and Jeff plenty to talk about, plus they discover what’s interesting about the number 697. SPONSOR: Copilot Money – Copilot Money is the personal finance app to make your money yours. Start 2026 with clarity and confidence. Copilot Money helps you understand your finances, stay organized, and make better decisions—no matter your starting point. Get 26% off your first year when you sign up for Copilot Money, and get two months free with our code: CONTEXT Sources referenced in this episode: Apple introduces Apple Creator Studio Setapp Mobile shutting down About The Number 697 Bryan’s book Accidental Intelligence Bryan’s short story King Liam, First of His Name Mason Truman on Threads Review the show on Apple Podcasts Where to find us: The Context Machine on Bluesky The Context Machine Facebook Group – Facebook The Context Machine on Mastodon The Context Machine on Post Bryan’s Instagram Bryan’s Mastodon Bryan’s Threads Bryan’s blog: GeekTells Jeff’s Instagram Jeff’s Mastodon Jeff’s Threads Jeff’s YouTube Channel The post Apple’s Creator Studio and an EU App Store Alternative Closes appeared first on The Context Machine Podcast.

    25 min

  8. 9 JAN

    Jeff’s Show & Tell: OmniOutliner 6 and AudioEngine HXL Portable DAC

    It’s show and tell day on TCM! Jeff monopolized the whole show to tell Bryan about OmniOutliner 6 and Audioengine’s HXL portalbe DAC. SPONSOR: MacPaw CleanMyMac – Try CleanMyMac’s new Cloud Cleanup feature to free up space on iCloud, OneDrive, and Google Drive. Try 7 days free and use our code CONTEXTMACHINE for 20% off at clnmy.com/CONTEXTMACHINE. Sources referenced in this episode: OmniOutliner 6 Audioengine HXL Portable DAC Jeff’s Audio Test Playlist Bryan’s book Accidental Intelligence Bryan’s short story King Liam, First of His Name Mason Truman on Threads Review the show on Apple Podcasts Where to find us: The Context Machine on Bluesky The Context Machine Facebook Group – Facebook The Context Machine on Mastodon The Context Machine on Post Bryan’s Instagram Bran’s Mastodon Bryan’s Threads Bryan’s blog: GeekTells Jeff’s Instagram Jeff’s Mastodon Jeff’s Threads Jeff’s YouTube Channel The post Jeff’s Show & Tell: OmniOutliner 6 and AudioEngine HXL Portable DAC appeared first on The Context Machine Podcast.

    29 min

  9. 4 JAN

    Jobs and Cook Versus the Tech Bros, Getting Down with Plexamp

    Bryan and Jeff look at Steve Jobs and Tim Cook’s intentional decisions to make products that benefit their users instead of following the blind profit approach so many tech-bros follow. Jeff also tells Bryan about the ways he’s exploring music outside of Apple Music. SPONSOR: Copilot Money – Copilot Money is the personal finance app to make your money yours. Start 2026 with clarity and confidence. Copilot Money helps you understand your finances, stay organized, and make better decisions—no matter your starting point. Get 26% off your first year when you sign up for Copilot Money, and get two months free with our code: CONTEXT Sources referenced in this episode: Cook commits to health and well-being as Apple Watch adds new programs to Fitness+ Plex Plexamp soma fm Lofi Girl Bryan’s book Accidental Intelligence Bryan’s short story King Liam, First of His Name Mason Truman on Threads Review the show on Apple Podcasts Where to find us: The Context Machine on Bluesky The Context Machine Facebook Group – Facebook The Context Machine on Mastodon The Context Machine on Post Bryan’s Instagram Bran’s Mastodon Bryan’s Threads Bryan’s blog: GeekTells Jeff’s Instagram Jeff’s Mastodon Jeff’s Threads Jeff’s YouTube Channel The post Jobs and Cook Versus the Tech Bros, Getting Down with Plexamp appeared first on The Context Machine Podcast.

    45 min

  10. 20/12/2025

    Google Ad Mac Malware, Festivitas, Nebula Awards Shoot Down AI

    Bryan and Jeff have a PSA about Mac malware threats from fake Google ads and search results. They also look at the new AI-restrictions for the Science Fiction & Fantasy Writers Association’s Nebula Awards, and talk about a fun holiday app Jeff found. SPONSOR: Framer – Framer is more than a site-builder. It’s a true all-in-one design platform. From social assets to campaign visuals to vectors & icons, all the way to a live site. Start creating for free at Framer.com/design, and use code TCM for a free month of Framer Pro. SPONSOR: Copilot Money – Copilot Money is the personal finance app to make your money yours. Start 2026 with clarity and confidence. Copilot Money helps you understand your finances, stay organized, and make better decisions—no matter your starting point. Get 26% off your first year when you sign up for Copilot Money, and get two months free with our code: CONTEXT Sources referenced in this episode: Google ads funnel Mac users to poisoned AI chats that spread the AMOS infostealer Festivitas AMENDED RULES for the Nebula Awards Neosynthesis: 12 Stories of Code, Consciousness, and Survival Bryan’s book Accidental Intelligence Bryan’s short story King Liam, First of His Name Mason Truman on Threads The post Google Ad Mac Malware, Festivitas, Nebula Awards Shoot Down AI appeared first on The Context Machine Podcast.

    45 min
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About

The podcast where Bryan and Jeff talk about whatever they want.

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  • Creator
    Bryan Chaffin and Jeff Gamet
  • Years Active
    2005 - 2026
  • Episodes
    10
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © The Context Machine 2022
  • Show Website
    The Context Machine

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