Best Contrivance Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 102 - Caverns of Contrivance 1:09:40

14d ago1:09:40

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The STARS teams turns a corner. Find out more this week on Will Save! If you liked this episode, please consider supporting us on our Ko-fi! https://ko-fi.com/willsavethepodcast Or check out our sweet sci-fi fantasy swag on our merch store: shop.willsavethepodcast.com We'd love if you rate us on Spotify, Apple, or wherever you listen, follow us on …

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CD290: Israel War Money: What’s Already Law 1:10:44

15m ago1:10:44

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After an unprecedented embassy bombing followed by an unprecedented drone and missile attack, Israel and Iran may have us on the brink of WWIII. In this episode, as Congress and the Biden administration ponder additional support for Israel, we take a look at what has already been approved for Israel in the 2024 defense authorization and funding law…

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Episode 105 - A O NO 1:03:30

1h ago1:03:30

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The STARS team's future begins. Find out how this week on Will Save! If you liked this episode, we'd love for you to join our subscriber community through Ko-fi! https://ko-fi.com/willsavethepodcast Or check out our sweet sci-fi fantasy swag on our merch store: shop.willsavethepodcast.com We'd love if you rate us on Spotify, Apple, or wherever you …

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Episode 104 - Leora Reduxley 1:01:12

7d ago1:01:12

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The STARS team packs some punches. Find out where this week on Will Save! If you liked this episode, we'd love for you to join our subscriber community through Ko-fi! https://ko-fi.com/willsavethepodcast Or check out our sweet sci-fi fantasy swag on our merch store: shop.willsavethepodcast.com We'd love if you rate us on Spotify, Apple, or wherever…

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MacVoices #24099: MVL - The AT&T Hack; India Wants Apple To Unlock An iPhone 22:04

5d ago22:04

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Another week, another hack. The MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, Dave Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Jeff Gamet, and Guy Serle discuss AT&T’s loss of customer data that has a bit of history to it, as well as a request from India to unlock an iPhone of a political figure. (Spoiler: they said no.) [embed]http://tr…

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MacVoices #24098: MVL - Agreeing To Disagree About App Store Fees 29:22

24h ago29:22

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Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Ben Roethig, Jim Rea, Marty Jencius, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Web Bixby, Mark Fuccio, and Jeff Gamet conclude a MacVoices Live! conversation about how Apple’s App Store fee critics are charging pretty much the same thing for similar services. That led to a debate over how free apps on the App Store fit into the equation…

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MacVoices #24097: MVL - China's Chip Ban; Inflection Team Goes to Microsoft 12:17

9d ago12:17

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The MacVoices Live! crew of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Ben Roethig, Jim Rea, Marty Jencius, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Web Bixby, Mark Fuccio, and Jeff Gamet have a few thoughts on China’s banning of Intel and AMD chips in government computers, and the way Microsoft “acquired” the Inflection team. A simple hiring, or a dodge around the regulators? …

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MacVoices #24096: MVL - The DOJ Legal Action Against Apple (2) 33:10

6d ago33:10

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The MacVoices Live! discussion of the DOJ’s action against Apple continues as Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Ben Roethig, Jim Rea, Marty Jencius, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Web Bixby, Mark Fuccio, and Jeff Gamet examine some of the more unusual aspects of the pleadings, what Apple’s response will be, and how the media is addressing the developments. (P…

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MacVoices #24095: MVL - The DOJ Legal Action Against Apple (1) 31:35

6d ago31:35

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MacVoices Live! digs into the DOJ action against Apple to try to understand what is behind it. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Ben Roethig, Jim Rea, Marty Jencius, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Web Bixby, Mark Fuccio, and Jeff Gamet consider the made-up categories of the iPhone market, the questionable quality of the complaint as a competent legal document…

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Episode 103 - Was That Good for You? 57:05

7d ago57:05

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The STARS team moves in. Find out more this week on Will Save! If you liked this episode, consider supporting us on our Ko-fi! https://ko-fi.com/willsavethepodcast Or check out our sweet sci-fi fantasy swag on our merch store: shop.willsavethepodcast.com We'd love if you rate us on Spotify, Apple, or wherever you listen, follow us on social media, …

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MacVoices #24094: MVL - More Switcher Evidence; LinkedIn's Gaming Motivations 22:18

8d ago22:18

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Chuck Joiner, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, and David Ginsburg wrap up a MacVoices Live! discussion by talking about the latest report on switching to the Mac, as well as what might be behind LinkedIn’s announcement that they are adding gaming to their platform. This edition of MacVoices is supported by Ma…

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Muslims Around the World Are Fasting: A Ramadan Reflection – Jasmine El Shear – #216 41:06

10d ago41:06

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This month observant Muslims around the world are fasting in observance of Ramadan. Jasmine El Shear is an Egyptian-American school counselor in the Gulf, advising Emirati students in navigating an American school system. She joined us for a wide-ranging conversation about the holy month of Ramadan, life for Muslim students in US schools, and her r…

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MacVoices #24093: A Year of TV+ Talk 28:08

11d ago28:08

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Charlotte Henry and Chuck Joiner celebrate a year of the TV+ Talk collaboration by looking at how Apple TV+ has evolved since its beginnings, their original content moving to other services, a recent article citing the quality of the service, and more. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 TV Plus Talk Anniversary Reflections 01:46 Apple TV+ Quality Recognit…

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MacVoices #24092: MacVoices Update - 2024-03 10:38

12d ago10:38

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The 2024-03 MacVoices Update includes an explanation of why there are monthly updates, an evolution of MacVoices Live! for our non-live listeners and viewers, why MacVoices Magazine is picking up steam again, and the monthly Support Report. Show Notes: Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Ma…

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MacVoices #24091: MVL - Roku's Onerous Terms; Apple, Google, and AI; AirTags Under Fire…Again The privacy theme rolls on as Chuck Joiner, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, Jeff ... 27:17

13d ago27:17

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The privacy theme rolls on as Chuck Joiner, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, and David Ginsburg look at the almost unbelievable Terms of Service in the most recent Roku update and how it applies to which Roku device/channel/app. Then, the MacVoices panel delivers some initial thoughts on what appears to be a …

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MacVoices #24090: MVL - Would You Rent An Printer That HP Monitors? 36:16

22d ago36:16

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Our privacy theme continues as the MacVoices Live! panel looks at HP’s new option to rent a printer. Is that a good idea given the seemingly onerous contract terms, let alone the possible privacy concerns over an always-connected-to-the-Internet printer? Chuck Joiner, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, and Davi…

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MacVoices #24089: MVL - A Personal Hacking Story 19:10

15d ago19:10

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Chuck Joiner, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, and Jim Rea discuss the hacking of a panel member’s Instagram account, along with what appeared to be an attack on his Facebook account. They discuss scams, other personal experiences with compromises, and a couple information pieces that caught their attention. This edition of MacVo…

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MacVoices #24088: Briefing - The Memory Card Case by JJC 4:32

15d ago4:32

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This MacVoices Briefing focuses on the Memory Card Case by JJC, a secure, durable, safe place to organize and store your SD and MicroSD memory cards that are used in cameras, video cameras, home security gear, and the like. Show Notes: Links: 36 Slots Memory Card Case Water-Resistant Anti-Shock Memory Card Wallet for 24 Micro SD SDXC SDHC TF Cards …

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MacVoices #24087: MVL - Car Companies Are Collecting and Selling Your Driving Data 33:08

19d ago33:08

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Car companies are capturing your driving data and selling it to insurance companies…and who knows who else. David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Mark Fuccio, Chuck Joiner, Marty Jencius, Ben Roethig, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, Eric Bolden, Web Bixby, and Brittany Smith discuss yet another invisible way that data about you is being monetized and sold, …

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MacVoices #24086: MVL - Can AI Chatbots Be Effective In Political Campaigns? 22:24

20d ago22:24

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While MacVoices Live! doesn’t engage in political discussions, how tech is being used as a political communications tool has become a controversial topic. The MacVoices Live! panel of David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Mark Fuccio, Chuck Joiner, Marty Jencius, Ben Roethig, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, Eric Bolden, and Web Bixby take a look at a real-w…

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MacVoices #24085: MVL - Are Edited Photos Really A Surprise To Anyone? 17:51

20d ago17:51

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David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Mark Fuccio, Chuck Joiner, Marty Jencius, Ben Roethig, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, Eric Bolden, and Web Bixby discuss the social media controversy over Princess of Wales Kate Middleton’s edited photo. The MacVoices Live! panel looks at the issue of disclosure of editing, whether that should be a presumption with all…

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Episode 101 - Migo-7 in the Library With the Hammer 1:03:04

21d ago1:03:04

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The STARS team gets a lead. Find out more this week on Will Save! If you liked this episode, please consider supporting us on our Ko-fi! https://ko-fi.com/willsavethepodcast Or check out our sweet sci-fi fantasy swag on our merch store: shop.willsavethepodcast.com We'd love if you rate us on Spotify, Apple, or wherever you listen, follow us on soci…

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MacVoices #24084: MVL - iOS Developers Can Sell Direct; The EU Changes Their Demands (Again) 39:17

22d ago39:17

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The struggle between the EU and Apple continues as the EU keeps changing their mind as to what will satisfy them. This time, Apple has announced the availability of a direct download from developers’ web sites. The MacVoices Live! panel of David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Mark Fuccio, Chuck Joiner, Marty Jencius, Ben Roethig, Jim Rea, Jeff G…

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MacVoices #24083: MVL - EU Fines Apple, Elon and OpenAI At Odds, Services Selling Your Data 30:53

22d ago30:53

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Because they just can’t ignore it, the MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, and Web Bixby consider the fines the fines the EU is imposing on Apple, and why the amount seems a little out of bounds. Elon Musk is suing OpenAI over an unusual issue, and is also t…

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31: You Don't Have To But You Should 42:40

26d ago42:40

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Oh dear, looks like it’s Crowley Time! Featuring political intrigue, charity work and a new instalment of Drama Parlour. Written and performed by Tom Crowley, well someone thinks a lot of themselves, with a special guest appearance by Thomas Ellis. Become a supporter of Crowley Time today at patreon.com/crowleytime and get in touch on social media …

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CD289: The Not A TikTok Ban Bill 58:19

26d ago58:19

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A bill is quickly moving through Congress that supposedly would “ban TikTok.” While it is clearly aimed at TikTok, this bill is really about creating a new Presidential power to remove Americans’ access to apps, websites, games and other entire tech platforms. In this episode, using the text of the bill itself, we examine how exactly this new censo…

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MacVoices #24082: MVL - New M3 MacBook Air; Examining An iCloud Lawsuit 36:02

26d ago36:02

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A new M3 MacBook Air has debuted, so the MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, Web Bixby, and Mark Fuccio discuss its capabilities, who might want to upgrade, and some confusion surrounding how many monitors can be driven by which laptops. The panel also looks…

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MacVoices #24081: MVL - The Apple Vision Pro Experience And Why You Should Go 31:11

26d ago31:11

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If you haven’t done so yet, the MacVoices Live! panel of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, Jeff Gamet, Web Bixby, and Mark Fuccio discuss why you should. One panel members just did the demo, several others already have, and two panel members have already bought one. Issues and questions addre…

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