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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.

MacVoices #25145: Road to Macstock – Brittany Smith

May 23, 2025 | Events

On The Road to Macstock Conference and Expo, Brittany Smith previews her workshop on simplifying social media posting through automation. She explains practical ways to streamline workflows using tools like Keyboard Maestro, combining personalization with efficiency while reducing distractions and technical fear. The conversation highlights adaptable strategies for customizing content across platforms without requiring coding skills.

MacVoices #25140: Road to Macstock – Mike Burke

May 20, 2025 | Events

The Road to Macstock Conference and Expo takes us to first-time speaker Mike Burke, who discusses his presentation on “digital mise en place”—a method for organizing digital workflows before beginning creative tasks. Inspired by both culinary prep and The Checklist Manifesto by Atul Gawande , Mike outlines how he will share thoughts on structured folder systems and automation tools like Keyboard Maestro to improve productivity and aid future collaboration.

MacVoices #25137: Road to Macstock – Brian Flanigan-Arthurs

May 15, 2025 | Events

The Road to Macstock Conference & Expo finds its way to Brian Flanagan-Arthurs, who will present “Automate, But Don’t Take Shortcuts,” focusing on accessible, time-saving automation tools built into Apple devices. He will focus on simple automations, routines, and smart device usage that reclaim time and support better learning, productivity, and health—without overwhelming complexity. The session will also explore how automation and AI shape education and the future workplace.

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MacVoices #23202: MacVoices Update – July 2023

Jul 31, 2023 | Updates

In the July 2023 MacVoices Update, Chuck asks for your assistance by participating in the MacVoices Social Media Survey 2023, explains why MacVoices went dark for a few days, and mentions why Macstock’s digital pass should be in your future. The Update wraps with some...

MacVoices #23197: The End of The Road to Macstock With Organizer Mike Potter (2)

Jul 19, 2023 | Events

We conclude our wrap-up conversation with Mike Potter as the final entry in the 2023 Road to Macstock as Mike explains how the virtual ticket works, why it is combined with the digital pass for this year only, and all the details you need to take advantage of the...

MacVoices #23196: The End of The Road to Macstock With Organizer Mike Potter (1)

Jul 18, 2023 | Events

Our annual Road to Macstock wraps up with a conversation with organizer Mike Potter about the move to a new, intimate venue and the introduction of a virtual pass for live streaming. Mike runs down the list of presenters, what they will be talking about, and why he...

MacVoices #23182: Road to Macstock – Marty Jencius

Jun 29, 2023 | Events, Software, Training/Education

? In our next conversation on The Road to Macstock we speak with Dr. Marty Jenicus, a new speaker at Macstock, about the use of AI in learning. Marty explains how AI can be utilized to create personalized learning schedules and resources for specific skills. We...

MacVoices #23181: Road to Macstock – Kirschen Seah

Jun 28, 2023 | Events, iOS, iPhone, Software

This Road to Macstock conversation is with Kirschen Seah, a returning presenter at the conference. Kirshen shares her expertise on shortcuts, demonstrating their functionalities and how third-party apps enhance their capabilities. We discuss integrating HomeKit...

MacVoices #23174: Road to Macstock – Rachel Schmitz

Jun 19, 2023 | Events

Our conversation with Rachel Schmitz on The Road to Macstock outlines her unique approach to the conference’s topic of “Learn”. How living with a geek “rubs off”, lessons from how she and husband Mike Schmitz are raising their family in an intentional way, with...

MacVoices #23170: Road to Macstock – Mike Schmitz

Jun 13, 2023 | Events, Productivity

Mike Schmitz is our next speaker interview on The Road to Macstock Conference and Expo. Our discussions with Mike are always thought-provoking, and this one is no less so. Mike explains how his session will focus on Personal Knowledge Management (PKM) which may sound...

MacVoices #23161: Road to Macstock – Brittany Smith

Jun 1, 2023 | Events, Productivity

? Our latest Road to Macstock conversation is with cognitive neuroscientist and productivity coach Brittany Smith, who will be making her first appearance at the conference. Brittany will be taking a different approach to the topic of “Learn”, and discussing where and...

MacVoices #23154: Road to Macstock – Allison Sheridan

May 22, 2023 | Events

Our next stop on the Road to Macstock Conference & Expo is a conversation with Allison Sheridan. We start out reviewing how a previous Road to Macstock session resulted in a change to Allison’s topic before trying to figure out what she will present this year. Along...

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