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MacVoices 25187: Road to Macstock – Jeff Gamet

Jul 7, 2025 | Events

The Road to Macstock Conference and Expo wraps up in a conversation with Jeff Gamet where he previews his Macstock session on improving online privacy and security in practical, accessible terms. He shares some strategies to reduce tracking, protect against identity theft, and safely browse and shop online—without overwhelming jargon. Topics Jeff will address include on-device safety, ad tracking, DNS, and HTTPS, all presented with real-world examples.

MacVoices #25182: MacVoices Update – 2025-06

Jun 30, 2025 | Updates

The June 2025 MacVoices Update looks back on a packed month of content, including The Road to MacStock and NAB wrap-ups. Some format changes to make episodes more approachable, resources like the weekly Dispatch newsletter and Flipboard magazine, and the Support Report complete this week’s comments.

MacVoices #25179: Road to Macstock – Kelly Guimont

Jun 25, 2025 | Events

Kelly Guimont returns to The Road to Macstock Conference and Expo to talk about her session on practical, privacy-conscious home automation. Starting from zero, she will help attendees make informed choices and avoid feeling overwhelmed, with real-life examples and insights drawn from years of experience. She also shares why MacStock remains a favorite event—thanks to its community, connection, and even the karaoke.

MacVoices #25175: Road to Macstock – Marty and Will Jencius

Jun 20, 2025 | Events

In a first for both The Road to Macstock and Macstock Conference and Expo itself, Marty Jencius and his son Will Jencius team up for a father-son presentation on travel tech, inspired by their podcast Gear Up and Go. They share how tech frustrations while traveling sparked the idea, how two generations bring different perspectives to gear choices, and what attendees can expect from their interactive, audience-involving session.

MacVoices #25173: Road to Macstock – Kirschen Seah

Jun 19, 2025 | Events

In this Road to Macstock Conference and Expo conversation we welcome longtime speaker Kirschen Seah to discuss her upcoming session, Passkeys Demystified. Kirschen explains the promise of passkeys as a more secure, user-friendly alternative to passwords, and why adoption has been slower than expected. She shares insights into how passkeys work using public key cryptography, addresses common concerns about biometric data, and outlines how password managers like Apple Keychain and 1Password integrate with the system. With real-world scenarios and practical examples, Kirschen aims to help attendees confidently adopt passkeys and understand the evolving standards behind them.

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MacVoices #25172: Live! – Stolen iPhones, Living with AI, Ive and Altman

Jun 18, 2025 | MacVoices Briefing

https://youtu.be/ntG1-jDIuOk Chuck Joiner, Marty Jencius, David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Eric Bolden, and Web Bixby discuss the black market for stolen iPhones, focusing on how even locked devices are shipped overseas and dismantled for parts—a...

MacVoices #25171: Road to Macstock – Mike Schmitz

Jun 18, 2025 | Events

Mike Schmitz returns to the Road to Macstock Conference and Expo to discuss his session, “Think Different: Using AI as Your Creative Copilot.” He explains how he uses AI not to automate the end product, but to enhance the early stages of the creative process—particularly brainstorming and idea generation. By reframing “hallucinations” as sparks of inspiration, Mike shares how large language models help overcome creative bottlenecks, reduce friction, and support consistency without sacrificing originality. He also highlights specific tools that allow independent creators to scale their reach more effectively and thoughtfully.

MacVoices #25167: Road to Macstock Live! with Mike Potter

Jun 13, 2025 | Events

Conference organizer Mike Potter joins us for a special live Road to Macstock Conference and Expo update on the news at the one-month-and-counting mark. Updates include an extended hotel block, session updates, and community-focused surprises. He explains how the “hallway track” and casual meetups define the event’s spirit, while new tech upgrades promise smoother production. Attendees can expect workshops, evening mixers, and the return of the Mac Geek Gab live show—all fostering connection and creativity.

MacVoices #25161: Road to Macstock – Allison Sheridan

Jun 9, 2025 | Events

On The Road to Macstock Conference and Expo Allison Sheridan previews both her workshop and her session. Her main talk focuses on how everyone has something valuable to contribute, while her workshop explores the advanced capabilities of Apple Photos on the Mac. Both sessions reflect her passion for empowering others through technology and developing community.

MacVoices #25159: Road to Macstock – Katie Fawkes and Doc Rock of Ecamm

Jun 5, 2025 | Events

Katie Fawkes and Doc Rock from Ecamm join The Road to Macstock Conference & Expo to discuss how video has become essential in both personal and professional life. They share their excitement about sponsoring and presenting at Macstock, offering hands-on demos, conversations, and practical advice. From remote church services to family memorials, they highlight how easy it is to create meaningful content with tools like Ecamm, and why video is now accessible to everyone—no tech background required.

MacVoices #25156: Road to Macstock – David Ginsburg

Jun 3, 2025 | Events

This Road to Macstock Conference and Expo has a familiar face: David Ginsburg has been a consistent presence at Macstock since the conference started up. Dave previews his presentation on Apple screen capture tools, highlighting apps like Snagit, Camtasia, and CleanShot X with an emphasis on practical use cases, cross-platform support, and integration with video workflows.

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 #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 #25148: Road to Macstock – Marty Jencius

May 27, 2025 | Events

The latest Road to Macstock Conference and Expo digs into AI and a presentation by Marty Jencius that will that focuses on Apple Intelligence and the practical integration of AI in education and productivity workflows. Drawing from his experience as an educator and technologist, Marty discusses how AI tools like ChatGPT can be tailored for better, safer results by feeding them curated, domain-specific content. He emphasizes the shift from one-off prompts to ongoing dialogue with AIs and highlights the importance of adapting teaching models to incorporate these evolving tools.

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