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MacVoices #25281: Going All In With Glenn Fleishman on Take Control, Liquid Glass, Public Betas (1)

Nov 11, 2025 | Take Control

Glenn Fleishman joins Chuck Joiner to explore Apple’s latest OS evolutions, including the controversial Liquid Glass interface, iPadOS 26 multitasking, and the importance of cross-device consistency. They also dive into Take Control’s role in helping users adapt to Apple’s constant redesigns and why understanding “the basics” still matters for every Mac, iPhone, and iPad user.

MacVoices #25279: Live! – GM Invokes Jobs, Pixels Can’t Call 911, and Neato Disappoints

Nov 7, 2025 | MacVoices Live!

GM’s CarPlay retreat sparks a panel debate over motives—subscriptions and data—while Toyota deepens EV integration and renters demand CarPlay. Plus: Google Pixel 911 call issues, an Atlas browser clipboard flaw, and Neato’s early cloud shutdown for robot vacuums as Roomba stumbles.

MacVoices #25275: Live! – Apple at $4 Trillion, A Lawsuit Loss, and App Tracking Transparency

Nov 3, 2025 | MacVoices Live!

Apple’s market value nears $4 trillion as the panel examines the company’s growth, leadership, and investor confidence. Discussion turns to Apple’s UK App Store lawsuit, potential multibillion-dollar penalties, and the debate over privacy and app tracking transparency in Europe.

MacVoices #25273: Live! – Apple TV and Sports, Vision Pro App, and Jane Goodall

Oct 30, 2025 | MacVoices Live!

The discussion spans Apple’s latest innovations — from sports streaming and F1 coverage to the Vision Pro app on iPad — and honors the legacy of Jane Goodall through Apple’s new “Start with the Mac” ad. Alongside lighthearted talk about the Steve Jobs commemorative coin, the panel reflects on Apple’s creative roots, evolving ecosystem, and its continued drive to merge technology, storytelling, and inspiration across every platform.

MacVoices #25272: MacVoices Update – 2025-10

Oct 30, 2025 | Updates

October marked 20 years of conversation, community, and insight. Chuck Joyner reflects on the show’s anniversary with Doug Adams, previews upcoming guests and gift guides, and highlights the value of MacVoices Magazine’s curated Apple resources. He closes with thanks to the Patreon supporters who’ve made two decades of Apple-focused discussions possible and looks ahead to what’s next in the continuing evolution of the show and its community.

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MacVoices #25153: MacVoices Update 2025-05

May 31, 2025 | Updates

The May 2025 MacVoices Update touches on some MacVoices Live! show feedback and how it fits in with the show’s objectives and why you should attend Macstock Conference and Expo. How the show schedule has been evolving and the month’s Support Report concludes the update.

MacVoices #25252 – Live! – Adobe’s New Creative Cloud Subscription, Stream Deck Without The Hardware…Sort Of

May 30, 2025 | MacVoices Live!

Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jim Rea, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Mark Fuccio, and Brittany Smith break down Adobe’s new Creative Cloud Pro subscription, which lowers the monthly price by excluding generative AI features. They compare its value for individuals and enterprise users, discuss Adobe’s long-term strategy, and weigh the pros and cons of subscription models. The conversation shifts to Elgato’s introduction of a virtual Stream Deck, its limitations, and how tools like Keyboard Maestro can automate tasks and streamline workflows—no hardware required.

MacVoices #25151: Road to Macstock – Chris Cooke

May 29, 2025 | Events

On this stop on The Road to Macstock Conference and Expo we pick up a first time speaker for the event. Chris Cook shares her journey as a blind tech instructor and advocate for accessibility, and previews her talk on empowering blind and low vision Mac users through a range of inclusive software tools. Chris emphasizes how accessible technology benefits everyone and encourages greater awareness and proactive approaches to digital inclusion.

MacVoices #25150: NAB – StreamVoodoo, Spatial Video, and Apple Vision Pro

May 29, 2025 | NAB

At NAB Show in Las Vegas, Co-Founder and COO Marcelo Moyano and CBO Sandra Dever from StreamVoodoo introduce Voodoo Spatial, a tool that enables live streaming and playback of spatial video from iPhone 15 Pro to Apple Vision Pro. Their solution emphasizes high quality, ease of use, and accessibility, allowing users to experience immersive video across devices. The discussion highlights spatial video’s creative potential, production techniques, and cross-platform compatibility.

MacVoices #25149: Live! – Epic v. Apple Yet Again, Apple’s Sports App Improves, App Store Conversions

May 28, 2025 | MacVoices Live!

The MacVoices panel dives into the latest developments in the ongoing Epic vs. Apple legal dispute, and even had a little breaking news at recording time. The discussion then shifts to Apple’s updated Sports app and its personalized newsletter, highlighting user experiences and subscription quirks. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jim Rea, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, and Mark Fuccio also review a RevenueCat study suggesting that allowing web-based purchases may hurt conversion rates. A broader conversation explores trust, convenience, and security in choosing between App Store and third-party purchases across both macOS and iOS platforms.

MacVoices 25146: TV+ Talk – New Content and Strategy Developments at Apple TV+

May 26, 2025 | TV+ Talk

Charlotte Henry and Chuck Joiner explore new Apple TV+ content, including a long-awaited Peanuts musical, the Brad Pitt-led F1 film, and culinary docuseries Knife Edge. They reflect on the emotional arc of Shrinking Season 2, the ending of Mythic Quest, and what’s next for Foundation. Charlotte also announces her upcoming book, Streaming Wars, examining the evolution of modern entertainment.

MacVoices #25143: Live! – The State of Apple User Groups

May 22, 2025 | MacVoices Live!

Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Eric Bolden, Jim Rea, and Jeff Gamet engage in a lively, unscripted conversation, looking at how Apple user groups have evolved over time. Once central to learning and community-building, these groups now face new challenges—from shifting tech habits to digital alternatives like Zoom, Discord, and online meetups. The panel shares personal experiences, celebrates the value these groups brought, and explores how the spirit of community can still thrive in modern formats.

MacVoices #25142: Live! – Pope Leo XIV and Tech, Soundcloud and AI, and Grand Theft Auto

May 21, 2025 | MacVoices Live!

In a wide-ranging discussion, the MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Eric Bolden, Jim Rea, and Jeff Gamet explores the implications of newly elected Pope Leo XIV wearing an Apple Watch and his comments on AI as a societal challenge. The conversation shifts to SoundCloud’s updated terms allowing AI training on user content, raising ethical concerns about creator rights and compensation. They also unpack the cultural ripple effect of Grand Theft Auto VI’s delayed release and discuss how both religion and entertainment are being reshaped by evolving technology.

MacVoices #25139: Live! – AirTag Info Sharing and Rethinking Search

May 19, 2025 | MacVoices Live!

The panel explores the enhanced AirTag sharing feature reinforcing Apple’s privacy-first approach while maintaining functionality. The conversation shifts to the growing dissatisfaction with Google Search, driven by irrelevant results and ad saturation. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Eric Bolden, Jim Rea, and Jeff Gamet discuss how tools like ChatGPT, DuckDuckGo, and Copilot are changing the way users search for information, with an emphasis on smarter querying and better results. They reflect on how search habits have evolved in an age of information overload, where the real skill is knowing how—and where—to look.

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