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a show about how Mac and Eli work, what we use, and why it matters. From Apple hardware and software to media gear, organization systems, and the tools creatives actually rely on. Less about what's new, more about what's worth your time.

  1. #33: WWDC 2026 | Apple Listened?

    2d ago

    #33: WWDC 2026 | Apple Listened?

    Apple had a lot to prove at WWDC 2026. and for once, they showed up prepared. In this episode we react to the full keynote: the Siri AI redesign, the new Liquid Glass design language in iOS 27 and macOS Golden Gate, and the Apple Intelligence overhaul that's finally starting to look like a real platform. Tim Cook said goodbye. The corners are fixed. AirPods users finally got their EQ. So… Apple listened? Callout: Patreon: Get updates on changes and news, new episodes first & a voice in the community. Wonkypod.com Links & Show Notes : MacStories: WWDC 2026: Small Details and Compatibility Lists MacStories: watchOS 27: The MacStories Overview The Verge: Siri AI, Apple Intelligence, iOS 27 — WWDC Youtube (Waveform): Apple Silicon Has Competition! Apple Podcast (Upgrade): The WWDC Keynote Draft 2026 Bluesky: Basic Apple Guy: Icon Post MacRumors: Here's How Liquid Glass Is Changing in iOS 27 MacRumors: All the Liquid Glass Changes in macOS Golden Gate MacRumors: visionOS 27: Siri AI, Eye-Aware Notifications, Curved Windows, and More MacRumors: Apple Reveals How Many iPhones Were Running iOS 26 Before WWDC Apple Newsroom: Due to DMA, Siri AI Delayed in EU for iOS 27 and iPadOS 27 YouTube (Apple): Apple WWDC 2026 June 8: Introducing Siri AI and More YouTube (Apple): Recap the WWDC26 Platforms State of the Union The Verge: Apple WWDC 2026: Biggest Announcements, iOS 27 Web Archive: Apple Intelligence Web Archive: macOS Web Archive: Apple OS Page MacStories: macOS 27 Golden Gate: The MacStories Overview YouTube (Apple): Announcing Apple's Next Big Step for Siri and iPhone YouTube (MKBHD): WWDC 2026 Impressions: Yeah, That's About Right YouTube (Apple): Introducing Siri AI in iOS 27 YouTube (Apple): WWDC26: Appreciation Starring Erick the Architect Credits: Mac · Host & Editor Eli · Host Support Wonky by following us on Threads, Instagram, YouTube, Bluesky, email us at hi@wonkypod.com or get access to our content by visiting wonkypod.com Published by Wonky Media Group 2026 (Wonky)

    1h 6m
  2. #32: A Magic Mouse on wheels

    Jun 1

    #32: A Magic Mouse on wheels

    There's a not-so-Ferrari-looking Ferrari. John Ternus is going to be in charge of designing the garden. Mac has delved deeper into the ecosystem. Google made a light bar... And it’s almost time for WWDC2026. Will they be delivering on those promised features, or will they hint towards a folding iPhone? Callout: Patreon: Get updates on changes and news, new episodes first & a voice in the community. patreon.com/Wonkyfm Links & Show Notes: 📁Archive: Ferrari Luce Ferrari Luce is the Most Controversial Ferrari Ever 📁Archive: Renault 5 EV 📁Archive: Renault 4 EV Honda E Google Android Event Google I/O 2026 - Recap Gemini Redesign Gemini Automatic Shopping Wild sentences said at Google I/O The Thinking Game documentary John Ternus announcment Who Is John Ternus WWDC 2026 rumors iPhone fold Chatbot Siri Siri Design Update AirPod Pro 3 Credits: Jonas · Editor Mac  · Host, Producer & Show-art Designer Eli  · Host Support Wonky by following us on Threads, Instagram, YouTube, Bluesky, email us at hi@wonkypod.com or get access to our content by visiting wonkypod.com Published by Wonky Media Group 2026 (Wonky)

    45 min
  3. #31: Apple Turns 50, We Turn Wonky

    Apr 17

    #31: Apple Turns 50, We Turn Wonky

    We have made it to launch week of wonky, Lets give a little sneak peak to behind the curtain looking at the management, designs & and how we got to this point. A little late but happy Apple 50th, in this episode we look back at Apple's history and how much we know and rank the best product's. Callout: Patreon: Get updates on changes and news, new episodes first & a voice in the community. patreon.com/Wonkyfm Links & Show Notes : Artemus II launch Artemus II Dashboard [YouTube] Apollo 17 launch The Verge Apple ranking [Wayback] The Verge Apple ranking Credits: Jonas - Podcast Editor & Guest Host Mac - Host, Producer, Social Media Editor & Show Art Designer Eli - Host Support by following Wonky on Threads, Instagram, YouTube Published by Wonky Media Group 2026 (Wonky)

    1 hr
  4. #30: Wake Up, Neo

    Mar 9

    #30: Wake Up, Neo

    It's apple episode... again. We celebrate 3 years of functions before we dive into all the apple news, Did Mac get his iPhone too early, We welcome the Macbook Neo to the family (is it a competitor to Windows/Chromebook?) & introduce a new old segment? Callout: Patreon: Get updates on changes and news, new episodes first & a voice in the community. patreon.com/Wonkyfm Links & Show Notes : iPhone 17e Macbook pro iPad Air Studio Display XDR (The Intresting one) Macbook Neo (The chosen one) No Force Touchpad The Macbook neo is cheaper that Airpods Max Ifixit - Apple claims that the Neo will be repareable [ Internet Archive ] Macbook Pro M5 [ Internet Archive ] iPad Air M4 [ Internet Archive ] Macbook Neo A18 pro [ Finder ] Studious [ Finder ] Bend [ YouTube ] What if the Apple TV has widgets? Credits: Jonas - Podcast Editor Mac - Host, Producer, Social Media Editor & Show Art Designer Eli - Host Support by following Wonky on Threads, Instagram, YouTube Published by Wonky Media Group 2026 (Wonky)

    42 min
  5. #29: New Home, Same Show

    Feb 26

    #29: New Home, Same Show

    We made it to 2026! Just missed a month. Eli and Mac discuss the YouTube troubles & Tesla troubles, wonky has moved hosting provider (Patreon). Of course they discuss Apple news & the recent Creator studio. Callout: Patreon: All RSS feeds have been updated, But you show support by Clicking on the Hyperlink Links & Show Notes : NuPhy keyboard Museum design - Instagram Apple Creator Studio iPhone 17e MacBook Pro touchscreen & OLED Low Cost MacBook Video podcasts Upcoming announcement (March 4) Credits: Jonas - Podcast Editor Mac - Host, Producer, Social Media Editor & Show Art Designer Eli - Host Support by following Wonky on Threads, Instagram, YouTube Published by Wonky Media Group 2026 (Wonky)

    45 min
  6. #28: Essentials 2025

    12/22/2025

    #28: Essentials 2025

    2025 is almost over. Before we say good bye to the year, its time to look back at the gear that we found useful, fun or even life changing. In what we are now calling “Essentials“. Oh and mac complains about Tahoe a little bit. Links & Show Notes : * Products * Fujifilm X-H2S * UGreen NAS * iFootage Cobra Mono-Pod * Neewer RGB62 Magnetic RGB Video Light * Tilta NP-W235 Battery Charger * Tesla Cluster Dash * Balolo Desk Shelf * DJI Mic 2 * Dbrand 16e case * Sleeve note - Bonus & Unreleased * Apps * Zen * Parcel * Perplexity * Comet * iPhone Mirroring app - MacOS 26 * Raycast * Transit * Monzo * Monitor+ * Proton Authenticator * Carrot Weather * Mac’s Trying: Nuecast * Mac’s Trying: Habitastic * Mac’s Best Newcomer: Daylish * Mac’s Best App of the Year: Affinity * Media * Becca Farsace * Cam Shand * Matthew Encina * The Stock Pot * Monolake - Studio * White Louis Soundtrack * Dave - The Boy Who Played The Harp * May Gabriel - Thoughtlessness * Alien Earth - Disney+ * Silo - Apple TV * Superman - HBO * House of Dynamite - Netflix * The Studio - Apple TV * The Pit - HBO * Peacemaker - HBO * Tulsa King - Paramount+ * Severance - Apple TV * Apple In China * The Autobiography of Mobb Deep’s Prodigy * Games * New York Time Games * Ball X Pit * Jumpspace * Screenshots Credits: * Jonas - Podcast Editor * Mac - Host, Producer & Show Art Designer * Eli - Host Show your support by following Wonky on Threads, Instagram, YouTube Published by Wonky Media Group 2025 (Wonky) Pssst* Heres an app This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit wonkyfm.substack.com

    1h 21m
  7. #27: The Affinity Affair

    11/18/2025

    #27: The Affinity Affair

    In this episode we discuss the Affinity market take over (I know It’s been talked about a lot... Sorry Andy), We revisit AI after two years, discuss weather we would use smart glasses & Mac has a surprise retro tech reveal Links & Show Notes: * Affinity * Apple glasses rumors * Gemini * Adobe podcast tool * Even Realities * Meta AI Glasses * Claude * Docker MCP * MCP Tutorial - NetworkChuck This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit wonkyfm.substack.com

    53 min
  8. #26: Hey, Orange

    09/15/2025

    #26: Hey, Orange

    The Apple iPhone event has been and gone now its time to discuss it, Mac has started a radio show on transient radio, Spotify has lossless 🎉 & Nikon has a new camera with a twist. Wonky Support: Wonky is the new name, new logo and new youtube channel. Support us by checking in on the content on youtube, or look at Screen 3 on its own youtube channel Show Notes: Transient Radio Mac’s first radio show - MixCloud Nikon & Red ZR Spotify Lossless Apple event (September 2025) AirPods Pro 3 Apple Watch Ultra 3 Apple Watch SE 3 iPhone AIR iPhone 17 Pro Host: Mac Blackman & Eli Tury Produced by: Mac Blackman Edited by Jonas Dickson This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit wonkyfm.substack.com

    55 min
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a show about how Mac and Eli work, what we use, and why it matters. From Apple hardware and software to media gear, organization systems, and the tools creatives actually rely on. Less about what's new, more about what's worth your time.

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  • Channel
    Wonky
  • Creator
    Wonky
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    33
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Wonky
  • Show Website
    Functions

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