Contributors

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Jeff Battersby

Writer, actor, man-about-tech.

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Tom Anderson

Tom is a well-respected IT professional and passionate Apple user since 1994. Throughout his career he has assisted thousands of end users, providing top-notch  support and guidance. Tom’s deep knowledge and hands-on experience make him a trusted voice in the tech community.

https://www.tomfanderson.com/newsletter

Guests

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Adam Jones

Founder & CEO of SkyBound Education

Founder and CEO of SkyBound Education, a consulting company focused on helping schools accelerate learning. Writes about technology, video games, parenting, and more. Proudly from the Midwest, lives with his wife, two kids, and rambunctious dog.

Website: https://www.adamjones.ink/

X: https://x.com/adamjonesink

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adamjonesink

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@adamjonesink

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adammjones/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/adamjonesink

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@adamjones.ink

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Benjamin Jancewicz

Photo / Graphic / Artist

Photographer, graphic artist, illustrator, and independent abolitionist. Grew up in the subarctic wilderness of Northern Quebec. Founder of design company Zerflin, which champions underdog clients and believes that running a company without being evil is paramount. Loves riding motorcycles, exploring abandoned ruins, and dismantling white supremacy.

Website: http://BenJancewicz.com

X: https://twitter.com/benjancewicz

Instagram: https://instagram.com/benjancewicz

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BenJancewicz

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjancewicz

TikTok: http://tiktok.com/@benjancewicz

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Bill McLean

I am a relatively new YouTube creator who has taken a lifelong interest in hobby photography and entered the world of video. I cover tech, productivity and do product and app reviews focused mainly on Apple devices.

I am also a full-time engineer with a leading jet engine manufacturer and have worked previously in the transportation and energy industries.

I'm always looking for ways to have tech improve my life.

https://www.williambmclean.com

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Dr. Devon Taylor, Ed.D.

CIO @ Shenandoah University

Associate Vice President and Chief Information Officer at Shenandoah University. Adjunct professor teaching technology within the Business School and School of Education. Career spans multiple domains of technology and education, with a focus on the intersection of technology and education including the impactful rise of artificial intelligence in both sectors.

Website: https://www.edtechgeek.com

X/Twitter: https://x.com/DevonTaylorWV

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/devontaylorwv/

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Greg Battersby

EV Un-Enthusiast

Self-described guy who made the ill-advised and impulsive choice of leasing a 2023 Subaru SOLTERRA only to discover it's a complete POS.

Website: https://www.co2sherpa.com

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Jim Eagar

Writer / Retirement Coach

Long-time Mac user — bought an original 128K Mac in 1984. Has had a number of careers: minister, Air Force medical specialist and chaplain, estate planning attorney, JAG officer in the Air Force Reserve, and National Park Service ranger. Now a Certified Professional Retirement Coach writing two blogs: one on healthy productivity and intentional living, and one on retirement.

Website: https://www.originalmacguy.com

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Joe Moyer

Writer / Journaling Guide

Writes about journaling, intentional productivity, communication, and personal development. Over 20 years in operations management focused on operational excellence, contracted services, team building, and client engagement. Lives in New England. Other interests include podcasts, reading, British TV, cooking, Apple tech, exploring nature, and playing the drums.

Website: https://www.24letters.net

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejournalingguide/

Threads: https://www.threads.net/@thejournalingguide

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Kirk McElhearn

Writer / Podcaster / Photographer

Lapsed New Yorker living in Shakespeare's home town, Stratford-upon-Avon, in the United Kingdom. Writes about things, records podcasts, makes photos, practices zen, and cohabits with cats. Amateur photographer who shoots with Leica cameras and iPhones. Long-time tech writer for Macworld and TidBITS.

Website: https://www.kirkville.com

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Leah Reich

Writer / Researcher

Writer and researcher working to make technology and the internet more human. Has worked for Slack, Instagram, and Spotify. Writing has appeared in The New York Times, The Verge, and The Atlantic. Writes a newsletter called Meets Most, about how the technology we use every day is not designed to benefit us as humans — and what we can do to try and change that.

Website: https://www.leahreich.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leahjreich/

Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/leahreich.com

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Marc Palmer

Developer

Software engineer who grew up in the UK in the 80s with the original home computers like the ZX Spectrum and BBC Micro. Has been making iOS apps since 2013. By day, a consultant Apple platforms engineer on the Editor's Choice sketching app Concepts. Also building his own indie apps Shareshot and Captionista.

Website: https://shareshot.app/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcpalmerdev/

Threads: https://www.threads.net/@marcpalmerdev

Mastodon: https://iosdev.space/@marcpalmer

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Matthias Hilse

Creator / Forever Notes

Creator of Forever Notes, a simple knowledge management system built entirely inside Apple Notes that helps thousands of people turn digital chaos into clarity — without switching apps. Works as a creative director, produces raw vegan cakes, and plays table tennis at a local sports club in Vienna.

Website: https://myforevernotes.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/myforevernotes/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@myforevernotes

Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/forevernotes.bsky.social

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Randall Martin

Graphic Designer

Based in Newburgh, NY. Designs logos, websites, album covers, and most things printed. Responsible for the Basic AF Show robot artwork.

Website: https://www.randallmartindesign.com

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Riley Hill

Software Developer / Content Creator

Software developer with over 10 years of experience building software for mobile devices. Content creator focused on iPad and other post-PC devices, writing at Slatepad.org and producing videos for YouTube.

Website: https://slatepad.org/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SlatePad