Technically Working

Damashe Thomas and Michael Babcock

"Welcome to 'Technically Working', the go-to podcast for tech enthusiasts and productivity seekers alike. Hosts Michael Babcock and Damashe Thomas take you on a journey through the ever-evolving world of technology and productivity. As Mac OS and iPhone users, they share their personal experiences and tips on staying productive while using these tools. But they don't stop there - they also explore other platforms like Android and Windows to bring you a comprehensive view of the tech landscape. Tune in each episode to hear them keep each other accountable, discuss the latest tools and strategies, and share their journey to reaching their goals. Whether you're a small business owner, freelancer, or simply looking to boost your productivity, 'Technically Working' is the perfect podcast for anyone looking to level up their tech skills and get things done."

  1. 17시간 전

    TW128 – Streaming Setups, Mic Debates, and Bi

    In this episode, Michael and Damashe kick things off by comparing recording setups with Cleanfeed, Reaper, and Audio Hijack before diving into a spontaneous story about nose injuries and streaming credentials. The conversation shifts to gear talk, including Ben’s upcoming birthday gifts—a Sennheiser Profile microphone, boom arm, and windscreen—and why headset mics didn’t make the cut. Michael and Damashe share candid opinions on the Sennheiser Profile versus classics like the ATR2100X, with plenty of laughs about Amazon “streaming bundles” and discontinued favorites. They also chat about e-bikes, Twitch streaming versus YouTube, and what makes an affordable but effective setup for creators just getting started. If you enjoy a mix of tech banter, practical gear advice, and a dose of humor, this episode has it all. Support Technically Working by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/technically-working Find out more at https://technically-working.pinecast.co Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/technically-working/1b99af94-b925-405b-9688-78b9c815508f This podcast is powered by Pinecast. Try Pinecast for free, forever, no credit card required. If you decide to upgrade, use coupon code r-431b7d for 40% off for 4 months, and support Technically Working.

    1시간 24분

  2. 9월 7일

    TW127: Archiving Email Smarter, Keyboard Maestro Hacks, and Apple’s Next Move

    In this episode of Technically Working, Michael and Damashe dive into email management frustrations and fixes. From 1Password’s latest quirks with VoiceOver on iOS to hidden keystrokes in Mac Mail, they share practical tips to keep your inbox manageable. Michael experiments with Keyboard Maestro to make the delete key archive instead of trash, while Damashe drops shortcuts you probably didn’t know existed. They also chat about UPS shipping tricks, buying gear on eBay without getting burned, and whether Apple is overreaching—or finally catching up—in AI. With Apple’s September event on the horizon, the guys weigh in on what’s coming with new iPhones, Watches, and maybe even AirPods with health tracking. Got a take on the next iPhone or a favorite automation trick? Reach out and let us know what’s working for you. Support Technically Working by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/technically-working Find out more at https://technically-working.pinecast.co Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/technically-working/4a97314c-8e1c-47ea-b3f5-064ec00428dc This podcast is powered by Pinecast. Try Pinecast for free, forever, no credit card required. If you decide to upgrade, use coupon code r-431b7d for 40% off for 4 months, and support Technically Working.

    1시간 16분

  3. 8월 31일

    TW126: Whine, Reaper, Repeat

    Michael hunts down a mystery whining noise in his studio and walks through a clean, step-by-step troubleshooting plan: strip the setup to basics, test the Vocaster solo, then re-introduce the mixer and cabling one piece at a time. We talk about when gear isn’t designed for how screen reader users actually use it, and what to do when a board might be internally crosstalking. Backup plan if the mixer’s down? Michael may swap to a Soundcraft; Damashe offers a loaner. TipJar bonus this week: a concise Reaper tutorial from Michael on saving projects the smart way—defaults, folder structure, and why it’s always FLAC. We compare render times (Intel Windows vs Apple silicon), touch on Windows on ARM machines and battery life, and swap notes on iZotope tools (D-Verb love, when Dialog Isolate shines). Then we nerd out about real-time translation: Google’s call demo, Microsoft’s past Skype magic, and Michael’s hands-on with Meta Ray-Bans translating Spanish in the wild. iOS 26 chatter: a friendlier Phone app, voicemails in the calls list, and the delightfully simple “Set as Ringtone” from an audio message. Also: SharePlay memories, dictation auto-capitalizing hashtags, and Mastodon clients we like. Shout outs to Garth (ReaProducer, Reaper wiki crew), Jacob, Robin, and Sean. Thanks to every listener spreading the show. If your podcast app lets you rate, that helps a ton. Want to go the extra mile? Add “Technically Working” to your email signature or share a link on social—tag #TechnicallyWorking with the T and W capitalized for screen reader clarity. Get in touch Email: feedback@technicallyworking.show Mastodon: Michael is payown at dragonscave.space, Damashe is damashe at technically.social Follow the bot for new episode posts: twatecniche at technically.social TipJar Subscribers get the Reaper “Save Projects Like a Pro” mini-episode and notes. Not a member yet? You’ll get early, practical extras that make your audio life easier. Support Technically Working by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/technically-working Find out more at https://technically-working.pinecast.co Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/technically-working/f412eb0f-9dde-4b5e-983b-7b8d93819005 This podcast is powered by Pinecast. Try Pinecast for free, forever, no credit card required. If you decide to upgrade, use coupon code r-431b7d for 40% off for 4 months, and support Technically Working.

    55분

  4. 8월 25일

    TW125: Search Without the Noise, Messaging Mayhem, and Keyboard Maestro Tricks

    In this episode of Technically Working, Michael and Damashe dig into the messy world of search, messaging apps, and productivity tools: Search and Safari Limits – Why Safari won’t let you set a truly custom search engine and how paid options like Kagi might be worth a look for cleaner, ad-free results. Keyboard Maestro Adventures – Michael finally convinced a friend to try Keyboard Maestro. The two share tips on disabling default macros, using ChatGPT for macro ideas, and avoiding the “Command+Tab hijack” surprise. Ad Overload and Usability Woes – A candid rant on how ads and cluttered websites break the browsing experience, and why many sites are losing trust with readers. Playing With Android – Michael activates a Samsung phone and runs headlong into AT\&T’s frustrating two-factor process, sparking a bigger conversation on usability and accessibility. VoIP and Short Code Roadblocks – Damashe shares insights from Doug on handling SMS for 2FA with VoIP numbers, SIM card workarounds, and forwarding solutions. Signal vs. WhatsApp – A deep dive into what works and what frustrates in both apps, from voice message playback speeds and call quality to cluttered interfaces and cross-device limitations. Beeper and Consolidation – Exploring how Beeper (now owned by Automattic) tries to unify messaging apps like Signal, WhatsApp, Google Messages, and more. BSI Braille Input – Michael and Damashe trade notes on Braille Screen Input across iOS and Android, including iOS 18’s expanded command mode. Passwords and Productivity – From being locked out after updates to GitHub’s new AI agents, the duo talk about tools that make workflows smoother—and the risks when they don’t. Community Thanks – A shout-out to tip jar supporters, reminders to rate the show in your favorite podcast app, and a call for listener feedback on search engines, messaging apps, and accessibility quirks. Feedback is always welcome at feedback@technicallyworking.show, or connect on Mastodon: Michael: @payown@dragonscave.space Damashe: @damashe@technically.social Bot updates: @tw@technically.social Hashtag your thoughts with #TechnicallyWorking so we can join the conversation! Support Technically Working by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/technically-working Find out more at https://technically-working.pinecast.co Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/technically-working/fc965623-67ba-4d7a-98bd-faba1aba5b2c This podcast is powered by Pinecast. Try Pinecast for free, forever, no credit card required. If you decide to upgrade, use coupon code r-431b7d for 40% off for 4 months, and support Technically Working.

    56분

  5. 8월 17일

    TW124 – Smart Glasses, Perkins Braillers, and Vibe Coding

    In this episode of Technically Working, Michael and Damashe cover a mix of retro tech, cutting-edge wearables, and coding experiments: Perkins Brailler Talk – Michael’s newly repaired Perkins returns home, and the guys reminisce about fixing braillers, paper jams, and carrying them through school hallways. Smart Glasses Showdown – A deep dive into Solos, Ally, Envision, Meta Ray-Bans, and even AGIGA. They discuss features, battery life, pricing, accessibility concerns, and why customization matters for blind users. Prompt Injection & AI in Glasses – Michael raises questions about prompt customization, injection risks, and the possibilities of tailoring AI outputs in wearable tech. Home Networking & Automation – Damashe’s new Ubiquiti gear sparks talk about segmenting networks, smart homes, and moving toward Home Assistant. Builder Saga – Michael shares progress (and setbacks) with rebuilding his scheduling tool, working through PRDs, Supabase, and GitHub remote agent experiments. Vibe Coding & Rubber Duck Debugging – They unpack what “vibe coding” really means, why talking through problems often reveals solutions, and how collaboration (or even a rubber duck) helps. Community Feedback – Listeners weigh in on show length preferences and using BlindShell Classic to tune in. As always, they wrap with laughs, real-world coding tips, and appreciation for listeners supporting the show. Support Technically Working by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/technically-working Find out more at https://technically-working.pinecast.co Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/technically-working/56c408fc-ab10-402f-a702-27967dd73269 This podcast is powered by Pinecast. Try Pinecast for free, forever, no credit card required. If you decide to upgrade, use coupon code r-431b7d for 40% off for 4 months, and support Technically Working.

    1시간 25분

  6. 8월 10일

    TW123 – CleanFeed, GPT-5 in Action, and the RCS Messaging Wish List

    Michael and Damashe are back on CleanFeed, comparing its quirks to past recording tools and sharing detailed backup recording setups using Loopback, Reaper, and Audio Hijack. They swap tips for reliable audio capture, even without pro gear, and reflect on painful experiences re-recording lost segments. The conversation shifts to the launch of GPT-5, how it’s performing in GitHub Copilot, and strategies for using AI to clean up and streamline code without breaking functionality. Then they dig into messaging—debating Apple’s role in RCS adoption, privacy concerns around WhatsApp’s encryption claims, and the dream of a truly unified messaging world. Along the way: vending machines, hotel check-ins with remote staff, loyalty points that don’t add up, and why sometimes it’s worth trimming episodes to a tighter runtime.

    1시간 5분

  7. 8월 4일

    TW122: Pocket Casts Juggling, Audio Experiments & Building a Tech‑Savvy Team

    TW122: Pocket Casts Juggling, Audio Experiments & Building a Tech‑Savvy Team In this episode of Technically Working, Damashe and Michael dive into practical experiments, tool comparisons and community announcements. Here’s what you’ll hear: 🧪 Audio experiments with Zoom H5 and iPhone 15 Pro Portable recording setup – Damashe connects a Zoom H5 Studio recorder to an iPhone 15 Pro running an early iOS 26 beta and discovers that multi‑track mode causes the phone to hear VoiceOver but not his microphone. Switching the recorder from multi‑track to stereo resolves the issue. Why it matters – They discuss how important it is to test gear before critical recordings and remind listeners that mobile interfaces may behave differently across iOS and Android. 🎧 Pocket Casts deep‑dive and cross‑device realities Trying out a new player – Michael compares Pocket Casts to his long‑time favourite Castro/Overcast. He likes the statistics (hours listened vs. saved) and subscribes to 56 shows after trimming his massive OPML file. Filters and queue management – He uses the “New” filter to see fresh episodes and explains how the “Up Next” tab tells you how long it will take to finish your queue. Michael also notes you can enable Play on tap in Settings to start an episode immediately from the queue. Sync quirks across devices – Pocket Casts doesn’t consistently resume playback when switching between the iPhone and Pixel. Damashe observes that about 40 % of the time it works correctly; otherwise the episode restarts. They hope future updates will improve background syncing. Accessing trials – Michael shares a tip for redeeming a two‑month Premium trial: if Apple’s store blocks the offer because of a previous subscription, open the link in Android’s Play Store instead. 👥 Hiring, training and generative AI Building a team – Damashe is hiring a new employee and realizes he needs to keep recruiting rather than stop after filling one slot. He recounts meeting drivers through Uber who might become part‑time helpers. Generative AI training – They joke about clipping an Insta360 camera to record vending‑machine maintenance and using ChatGPT or other models to generate training videos. Michael even sets a reminder in Agent‑mode to revisit the idea and tries to track his TikTok follower count using transcripts. Agent‑mode notifications – The hosts appreciate how ChatGPT’s agent mode can run deep research tasks and send notifications when the work is done. 🛠️ Tools, coding & accessibility Command‑line companions – Damashe uses Anthropic’s Claude and GitHub Copilot on the command line for documentation and merges. He notes that putting special characters in VoiceOver’s pronunciation dictionary stops the screen reader from announcing arrows and pipes. Terminal apps – He asks if there are better macOS terminal apps than the built‑in Terminal and mentions that I‑Term 2 didn’t click for him previously. Tools menu improvements – Michael describes updates to his event‑scheduling tool, including generation shortcuts, data‑quality checks and a more streamlined interface for removing Zoom links before publishing. 📢 Community announcement: BITS VS Code crash course Free crash course – Michael announces that BITS (Blind Information Technology Specialists) will hold a free four‑hour Visual Studio Code crash course on August 16. The session focuses on configuring VS Code for screen‑reader users and leveraging GitHub Copilot. How to join – Details will appear at bits‑acb.org or joinbits.org. The course is open to everyone and Michael encourages listeners to become a BITS member or life member. 🌐 Stay connected Follow the show on Mastodon: @tw@technically.social. Follow the hosts: @payon@dragonscave.space (Michael) and @damashe@technically.social (Damashe). Send feedback to feedback@technicallyworking.show – they would love to hear from you. Support Technically Working by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/technically-working Find out more at https://technically-working.pinecast.co Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/technically-working/833e5609-c6d5-4e2a-a0a7-10a4dc9d2026 This podcast is powered by Pinecast. Try Pinecast for free, forever, no credit card required. If you decide to upgrade, use coupon code r-431b7d for 40% off for 4 months, and support Technically Working.

    1시간 1분

  8. 7월 27일

    tw121 - Prompt Boosts and Barbecue Plans: From Builder Bugs to Browser Tricks

    In this episode of Technically Working, Michael and Damashe dive into: 🎛️ Michael’s adventures debugging his custom scheduling tool, lovingly named Builder—including the moment it completely broke everything… and how that led to several much-needed fixes. 🧠 A look at PromptBoost.dev, a slick VS Code extension site to supercharge your AI prompts. 🤖 Comet, the AI-powered browser from Perplexity, surprises us by editing Gravity Forms on the fly—even clicking the save button! 🎤 CSUN 2026 prep: hotel vs Airbnb debates, hallway networking, and conference value tradeoffs. 🚐 Damashe shares his progress training a new vending route driver and the eternal rollercoaster of finding dependable help. 💻 Rediscovering old domains and deciding what to do with long-running podcast archives (including Your Own Pay). 🧹 Tools for cleaning up bloated WordPress installs and abandoned plugin tables. Plus: A shared moment of reflection on why some people listen to podcasts on YouTube 🤔 Uber cash, Lyft discounts, and the return of late-night dev spirals 💬 Got thoughts, tips, or questions? Email us at feedback@technicallyworking.show Or find us on Mastodon: Michael: @payown@dragonscave.space Damashe: @damashe@technically.social Hashtag: #TechnicallyWorking Support the show by sharing it with a friend, sending in a clip, or hitting that tip jar if you’re feeling generous. Thanks for listening! Support Technically Working by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/technically-working Find out more at https://technically-working.pinecast.co Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/technically-working/21cbe510-6ffc-446f-a178-3b15e47811a8 This podcast is powered by Pinecast. Try Pinecast for free, forever, no credit card required. If you decide to upgrade, use coupon code r-431b7d for 40% off for 4 months, and support Technically Working.

    49분
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"Welcome to 'Technically Working', the go-to podcast for tech enthusiasts and productivity seekers alike. Hosts Michael Babcock and Damashe Thomas take you on a journey through the ever-evolving world of technology and productivity. As Mac OS and iPhone users, they share their personal experiences and tips on staying productive while using these tools. But they don't stop there - they also explore other platforms like Android and Windows to bring you a comprehensive view of the tech landscape. Tune in each episode to hear them keep each other accountable, discuss the latest tools and strategies, and share their journey to reaching their goals. Whether you're a small business owner, freelancer, or simply looking to boost your productivity, 'Technically Working' is the perfect podcast for anyone looking to level up their tech skills and get things done."

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  • 제작진
    Damashe Thomas and Michael Babcock
  • 방송 연도
    2023년 - 2025년
  • 에피소드
    133
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    © Copyright 2025
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    Technically Working

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