Top Mac podcasts
Are you looking for content for that new iPod you got for Christmas? Since you're a Mac fan, why not tune into some Mac-centric podcasts. Here are my picks for top Mac podcasts, chosen for their content, style, and production values.
eMacCast - This audio podcast is billed as a show for Mac geeks by Mac geeks, but I bet you'll like this show even if you aren't a techie.
Host Adam Christianson has a knack for presenting Mac news and information in a way that 's easy to digest. He has a pleasant, relaxed style as he summarizes what's happening in the Mac universe. The best part is that he goes beyond just reporting facts to offer his own take on what's happening and why. There are usually two shows per week, each 45 to 60 minutes long and packed with content. eMacCast show notes
give you a good sense of what's covered.
Inside Mac – Inside Mac, the brainchild of likable anchor Scott Sheppard, is actually three shows. Inside Mac Radio is a short daily audio podcast you can catch on weekdays. It's a quick way to get a sense of the major Mac-related news stories of the day. I particularly like Ken Ray's smart, staccato news delivery. On Saturdays, there's a longer, in-depth audio podcast with analysis from Scott and his team and guests. The most recent component is Inside Mac TV, a weekday video podcast that features techniques, products,
and guest shots. The inaugural month of Inside Mac TV has covered lots of aspects of video production. My only criticism is that I wish some of the video clips went into more depth. Scott Sheppard has been producing Mac broadcasts for radio since 2003 and knows what he's doing. I'd bet Inside Mac is likely to be around for a while.
ScreenCastsOnline -
This unique show from the U.K. is a screencast rather than straight video. Host Don McAllister captures his movements on screen to demonstrate Mac techniques and applications. Don is a natural trainer. His narrative is clear and easy to follow. Past episodes are just as worthwhile as the latest shows. Browse the show notes to see what's been covered.
MacNotables – This podcast brings you interviews with Mac biggies. Guests have included experts like Andy Ihnatko of the Chicago Sun Times, Bob Leviticus of Mac Observer, Jim Dalrymple of MacCentral, Adam Engst of TidBITS and the Take Control books,
Mac trouble-shooting expert Ted Landau, and more.
And of course, there's also our own TUAW podcast to check out. Do any other Mac-related podcasts make your list of favorites?