All 'AppStories+' Episodes

With AppStories+, fans of the show get a variety of exclusive perks that aren’t available to listeners of the free, ad-supported version.

Each episode of AppStories+ will include more of the show you love, with longer episodes that expand on weekly topics, explore additional apps we’re using, and cover of current app events and what’s happening at MacStories.

AppStories+ episodes are delivered ad-free a day earlier than the free version most weeks, allowing you to listen before everyone else or make sure you’re ready to start your week with the show. Also, AppStories+ is delivered at a higher, better-sounding bitrate than the free version of the show.

AppStories - Ep. 54 - 28 minutes

Pick 2: GoodNotes and Working Copy

Federico

John

AppStories Episode 54 - Pick 2: GoodNotes and Working Copy

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AppStories+ Deeper into the world of apps

Federico and John pick two apps they use regularly to discuss. In this installment of Pick 2, John covers GoodNotes and how he uses it for planning and editing, and Federico explains how he and the MacStories team use Working Copy to collaborate on articles.

AppStories - Ep. 53 - 31 minutes

In Search of Apple TV Apps

Federico

John

AppStories Episode 53 - In Search of Apple TV Apps

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31:02

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AppStories+ Deeper into the world of apps

Federico and John cover how they use the Apple TV and highlight a handful of notable Apple TV apps.

AppStories - Ep. 52 - 38 minutes

Do-Everything vs. Single-Purpose Apps

Federico

John

AppStories Episode 52 - Do-Everything vs. Single-Purpose Apps

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37:44

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AppStories+ Deeper into the world of apps

Federico and John consider the pros and cons of do-everything and single-purpose apps.

AppStories - Ep. 51 - 32 minutes

TMI: Saving Content for Later

Federico

John

AppStories Episode 51 - TMI: Saving Content for Later

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31:59

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AppStories+ Deeper into the world of apps

Federico and John conclude their series on information overload with a discussion of how they save content for consumption later.

AppStories - Ep. 50 - 31 minutes

TMI: Managing the Information Firehose

Federico

John

AppStories Episode 50 - TMI: Managing the Information Firehose

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31:03

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AppStories+ Deeper into the world of apps

In part one of a two-part topic, Federico and John explore the apps they use to manage information overload and interruptions.

AppStories - Ep. 49 - 39 minutes

Pick 2: Bear and DEVONthink

Federico

John

AppStories Episode 49 - Pick 2: Bear and DEVONthink

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38:34

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AppStories+ Deeper into the world of apps

Federico and John take a deeper look at two favorite apps. In this installment: Bear and DEVONthink.

AppStories - Ep. 48 - 34 minutes

Interview: Accessibility with Filmmaker James Rath

Federico

John

AppStories Episode 48 - Interview: Accessibility with Filmmaker James Rath

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33:35

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AppStories+ Deeper into the world of apps

Federico and John interview filmmaker and YouTuber James Rath, who is legally blind, about accessibility on Apple’s platforms.

AppStories - Ep. 47 - 35 minutes

Apple App Acquisitions

Federico

John

AppStories Episode 47 - Apple App Acquisitions

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35:28

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AppStories+ Deeper into the world of apps

Federico and John look at the apps Apple has acquired over the years and where they are now.

AppStories - Ep. 46 - 36 minutes

App Culture: Health, Fitness, and Quantified Self Apps

Federico

John

AppStories Episode 46 - App Culture: Health, Fitness, and Quantified Self Apps

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35:51

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AppStories+ Deeper into the world of apps

Federico and John look back at where health, fitness, and quantified self apps have been, where they’re going, and how hardware and software advancements are changing the way we track and gain insights about our health and fitness.