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Author: Bryan Chaffin and Jeff Gamet

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The podcast where Bryan and Jeff talk about whatever they want.
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Bryan and Jeff set the record straight on reports of Tim Cook retiring next year, and speculate on who could become Apple’s next CEO. They also dissect CNN’s decision to pull out of Apple News+. SPONSOR: Framer – Framer is more than a site-builder. It’s a true all-in-one design platform. From social assets to campaign […] The post Apple’s Executive Leadership & CNN’s Deep Dive into a New Hole appeared first on The Context Machine Podcast.
Bryan and Jeff look at Apple’s new iPhone Pocket and share their take on whether or not it’s a design fumble for the company. They also discuss Canva’s Affinity app strategy and how it’ll impact Adobe. SPONSOR: Framer – Framer is more than a site-builder. It’s a true all-in-one design platform. From social assets to […] The post Don’t Dismiss Apple Pocket, Canva’s Affinity Gamble appeared first on The Context Machine Podcast.
Bryan and Jeff take a look at Omni’s just released OmniOutliner 6 beta, and follow up on Jeff’s first pen show experience. They also talk about Bryan becoming a judge for the Self-Published Science Fiction Competition 5. SPONSOR: MacPaw CleanMyMac – Try CleanMyMac’s new Cloud Cleanup feature to free up space on iCloud, OneDrive, and […] The post OmniOutliner 6, Jeff’s First Pen Show, and SPSFC 5 appeared first on The Context Machine Podcast.
Bryan and Jeff do their best to stay on topic and talk about the new Slow Horses season on Apple TV+. Jeff is planning on going to the Colorado Pen Show, too, so Bryan has some first-time attendee tips for him. SPONSOR: MacPaw CleanMyMac – Try CleanMyMac’s new Cloud Cleanup feature to free up space […] The post Slow Horses Season 5 (and New Book), Jeff’s Pen Show Plans appeared first on The Context Machine Podcast.
Bryan and Jeff take a quick tour through what they like in iOS 26, iPadOS 26, and macOS 26 (aka Tahoe). They also have a PSA for everyone comparing AppleCare+ and AppleCare One. SPONSOR: OpenCase – OpenCase is a patented iPhone case with a literal open space in the back of the case. Go now […] The post Apple’s OS 26 Upgrades: What We Like! appeared first on The Context Machine Podcast.
Bryan and Jeff share their perspectives on Apple’s “Awe Dropping” media event, including the new AirPods Pro 3, AppleWatch 11 and AppleWatch Ultra 3, the refreshed iPhone 17 and iPhone 17 Pro, and the brand new iPhone Air. They also take a dive into the evolution of language and punctuation thanks to Bryan’s mostly-pedantic lifestyle. […] The post The Power of Quirk, and Apple’s New Watches, AirPods Pro, and Orange iPhones appeared first on The Context Machine Podcast.
Bryan and Jeff analyze Lt. Commander Kirk’s growth in Star Trek: Strange New Worlds episode, The Sehlat Who Ate Its Tail. They also explore why Bryan is more interested in Apple’s fall announcements this year than he has been in previous years. SPONSOR: MacPaw CleanMyMac – Try CleanMyMac’s new Cloud Cleanup feature to free up […] The post The Rise of Kirk in Strange New Worlds, Looking Forward to Apple’s Fall appeared first on The Context Machine Podcast.
Bryan and Jeff talk about the Neosynthesis Kickstarter campaign—an anthology book including two short stories from Bryan. They also take a look at the new season of Star Trek Strange New Worlds, and Jeff schools Bryan on the history of the holodeck. Sources referenced in this episode: Review the show on Apple Podcasts Where to […] The post Neosynthesis Kickstarter and Strange New Worlds S3 appeared first on The Context Machine Podcast.
Bryan and Jeff get a little short with their thoughts on the Apple TV+ Murderbot series. Bryan also tells Jeff about Dept. Q on Netflix in what turns out to be a TV show-themed Context Machine episode. SPONSOR: Bzigo Iris – Don’t wait until the next bite—protect your home with Bzigo. Go to bzigo.com/discountBUZZ10 to […] The post Murderbot Eps Are Too Short, Department Q Is Great appeared first on The Context Machine Podcast.
Bryan and Jeff dive into the AI debate and the impact it’s having on content creators today. They look at the rumor that Apple is considering buying Perplexity.ai, and Judge Alsup’s ruling saying it’s fair use for AI companies to train their models on content as long as it isn’t pirated. SPONSOR: Bzigo Iris – […] The post Apple’s into Perplexity.ai, Judge’s Perplexing Ruling on Copyright AI Training appeared first on The Context Machine Podcast.
Bryan and Jeff’s highlights for Apple’s WWDC 2025 are in, and their mostly pleased with what they saw. In this episode, they talk about all the new “26” OSes, Liquid Glass, the fact that Apple remembered they have a phone, and much more! Sources referenced in this episode: Jeff is speaking at Macstock 9 July […] The post Bryan & Jeff’s WWDC 2025 Highlights appeared first on The Context Machine Podcast.
Bryan and Jeff do their best to come up with some thoughts on OpenAI’s purchase of Johnny Ive’s io company. They also take a look at the new Murderbot series on Apple TV+. SPONSOR: Insta360 X5 Camera – Score a free invisible selfie stick worth US$24.99 with your Insta360 X5 standard package purchase, head to […] The post OpenAI Buys Jony Ive’s io, Murderbot on Apple TV+ appeared first on The Context Machine Podcast.
Bryan schools Jeff on the Ghor language in the Star Wars Andor series. They also take a look at a cool new Mac utility and CarPlay Ultra. SPONSOR: Rogue Amoeba – Rogue Amoeba has a wide array of apps to harness audio on the Mac, from recording and routing audio to gaining complete control over […] The post Jeff’s Andor Faceplant, a Fun Mac Utility, and CarPlay Ultra appeared first on The Context Machine Podcast.
Going Deep on Andor S2

Going Deep on Andor S2

2025-05-0935:46

Star Wars: Andor. Season 2, amiright? Bryan and Jeff go deep on this amazing show, and there are still three more episodes to go! They couldn’t wait, and Bryan needed Jeff to fill in the blanks, anyway. Sources referenced in this episode: Jeff is speaking at Macstock 9 July 11, 12, and 13 — Use […] The post Going Deep on Andor S2 appeared first on The Context Machine Podcast.
It’s retro game time on The Context Machine. Bryan and Jeff talk about the user-driven revival of Bungie’s Myth, the open source Marathon games, and the upcoming new Marathon game. They also talk about itch.io and Goodreads. SPONSOR: Insta360 X5 Camera – Score a free invisible selfie stick worth US$24.99 with your Insta360 X5 purchase, […] The post Mac Classics Myth and Marathon Get New Lease on Life appeared first on The Context Machine Podcast.
Bryan and Jeff discuss the ethical use of AI and LLM, and the role those tools play in business. They also talk about the potential of being left behind as these tools advance and gain wider adoption. SPONSOR: Rogue Amoeba – Rogue Amoeba has a wide array of apps to harness audio on the Mac, […] The post Adapting to GenAI – Spring 2025 Edition appeared first on The Context Machine Podcast.
Bryan and Jeff take a look at Apple’s potential path in the personal robotics space. They also talk about fountain pen nibs and whether or not Visconti pens are worth their high price tags. SPONSOR: Incogni – Take your personal data back with Incogni! Use code CONTEXT at the link below and get 60% off […] The post Deep Dive on Robot Mops, Beginner Dive on 3D Printers appeared first on The Context Machine Podcast.
Bryan and Jeff take a look at Apple’s potential path in the personal robotics space. They also talk about fountain pen nibs and whether or not Visconti pens are worth their high price tags. SPONSOR: Incogni – Take your personal data back with Incogni! Use code CONTEXT at the link below and get 60% off […] The post Apple Personal Robots, More on Fancy Fountain Pens appeared first on The Context Machine Podcast.
Bryan and Jeff talk about streaming shows they’re enjoying, how Apple is faring in the artificial intelligence space, and end-to-end encryption coming to RCS messaging. SPONSOR: Incogni – Take your personal data back with Incogni! Use code CONTEXT at the link below and get 60% off an annual plan: http://incogni.com/context SPONSOR: Rogue Amoeba – Rogue […] The post Our TV Catchup, Apple AI Catchup, and RCS Catchup appeared first on The Context Machine Podcast.
Apple’s on a roll with new product announcements. This week Bryan and Jeff take a look at the new M4 Max and M3 Ultra Mac Studio, M3 iPad Air, and A16 iPad. They also talk about independent book shops and Bookshop.com. SPONSOR: Incogni – Take your personal data back with Incogni! Use code CONTEXT at […] The post Bookshop.org and New Mac Studios, MacBooks Airs, and iPad Airs appeared first on The Context Machine Podcast.
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