The April 2025 update highlights new content from the NAB Show and recognition as a top computer podcast by MillionPodcasts. Upcoming plans include the Road to Macstock event and possible reductions in presence on lesser-used social media platforms.
The MacVoices Update for 2024-07 covers the doubling up of new content and the “Road to Macstock” series and why you should care about Macstock even if you didn’t attend. A couple new items for MacVoices are teased, some updates on scheduling, and the month’s Support Report conclude the update.
As the big event approaches, we wrap up this year’s Road to Macstock Conference and Expo series with one more visit by organizer Mike Potter to get the last minute information on sponsors, last-minute registrations, walk-in policies, and more. See you there!
Our next stop on The Road to Macstock Conference and Expo is with Kelly Guimont who talks about value of the “hallway track” at conferences for fostering meaningful connections among attendees. Then, she previews her presentation on enhancing attention and focus through doodling and note-taking. The conversation touches on the science behind memory retention related to writing versus typing notes, as well as the welcoming nature of Macstock.
The Road to Macstock Conference and Expo is getting short, but we’re not done yet. Jeff Gamet of The Context Machine (among other projects) talks about how his presentation will approach to smart home automation, and why it probably won’t start where you think it will. He will also share his best tip for taking on the automation challenge. Jeff and host Chuck Joiner are also doing a session together, talking about how to get more for your Apple (and tech) dollar. Find out the kinds of things they will be discussing and why you should attend before buying any new tech.
The MacVoices Update for 2024-06 covers a very productive June series of shows, the new MacVoices Discord, why you should be paying attention to MacVoices Magazine, why you should attend Macstock Conference and Expo, and the month’s Support Report.
This Road to Macstock Conference and Expo session features another speaker who is not only presenting on the conference stage, but is also delivering one of the Friday workshops. Marty Jencius of the Vision ProFiles podcast discusses his workshop on AI, focusing on practical applications for enhancing work productivity. He emphasizes hands-on learning and aims to provide attendees with three “wow” moments using AI tools. His conference session, in contrast, will focus on helping others find their own answers and solve their own problems through accessing the many resources the web offers. Marty invites individuals of all skill levels to join the passionate tech community at Macstock for learning, networking, and exploring new technologies.
Next up onThe Road to Macstock Conference and Expo is a conversation with Kirschen Seah of Free Range Coder about her presentation that will focus on taking your home automation to the next level. How standards like Matter and Thread are improving compatibility with the smart home device universe will be a key aspect of the talk, along with integrating new smart home tools.
Jill McKinley joins The Road to Macstock Conference and Expo for the second time. Last year she brought a stick. This year, she will focus on the versatility of Notion beyond being “just” a database tool. Jill highlights its project management and productivity features and talks about how she uses it for task management, note-taking, and data organization across devices.
Another brand new stop on The Road to Macstock Conference and Expo is a conversation with Michael D.J. Eisenberg, The Tech-Savvy Lawyer. Michael discusses about how he became a dedicated Mac user, and how his talk will on insights into using artificial intelligence for automation tools like Hazel, AppleScript, TextExpander, and Microsoft Word. He also offers a tip or two from another passion: coffee.
Our trip down the Road to Macstock Conference and Expo takes us to first-time presenter Brian Flanigan-Arthurs. His unique presentation will discuss navigating sports content in the Apple ecosystem as a cord-cutter. The challenges and advantages of accessing sports content without traditional cable subscriptions, the changing landscape of sports streaming, and the complexities of in-market and out-of-market teams. The delivery of live sports coverage is evolving; Brian’s session will help guide you through your strategy to watch what you want to watch.
The biggest event inside Macstock Conference and Expo is the annual Macstock Film Festival, organized and hosted by Wally Cherwinski. An accomplished videographer in his own right, Wally shares his thoughts on why you (yes, you!) should be creating a submission and joining in the fun. No prizes, no judging and no pressure mean that anyone can be part of the Festival. Wally provides some tips on how to approach a subject, creating something from content you already have, and the emotional impact of preserving memories through video.
https://youtu.be/8ICWKzTqGBA Our annual 'Road to Macstock' series kicks off as organizer Mike Potter talks about the changes to this year’s must-attend Apple event. Some of those changes include a new venue where everything is one place (conference, lodging and food)...
The MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide Series rolls on to #4 with picks from Wally Cherwinski, Bart Busschots, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, and host Chuck Joiner. This time, everyone cost everyone else money as picks were cross-endorsed. (Part 1) This edition of MacVoices is...
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