Podcast appearances and mentions of john siracusa

The Summer of Sundance comes to an end with “The Natural,” a story of a legendary baseball player—no, we’re not talking about Joe Don Baker as The Whammer, or are we? It’s Bernard Malamud’s take on baseball as American mythology, filtered through the mind of Barry Levinson. Barbara Hershey shocks and confuses, Glenn Close glows, Wilford Brimley is very old and near retirement despite being younger than us, and Robert Redford is so versatile he can play a teenager and a man in his mid-thirties despite being in his late forties. Jason Snell with Philip Michaels, Micheline Maynard, John Siracusa and David J. Loehr.

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 09:00:00 GMT http://relay.fm/designed/8 http://relay.fm/designed/8 Jason Snell and Myke Hurley Apple desperately needs a replacement for Mac OS, but negotiations with Jean-Louis Gassée's Be are at the breaking point. But does CEO Gil Amelio have any other options? Apple desperately needs a replacement for Mac OS, but negotiations with Jean-Louis Gassée's Be are at the breaking point. But does CEO Gil Amelio have any other options? clean 2718 Apple desperately needs a replacement for Mac OS, but negotiations with Jean-Louis Gassée's Be are at the breaking point. But does CEO Gil Amelio have any other options? This episode of Designed in California is sponsored by: Bulletin: On-device AI-powered news reading for the Apple ecosystem. Use code DICA50 for 50% off your first year. Guest Starring: John Siracusa Links and Show Notes: Presented by Myke Hurley and Jason Snell. Special guest John Siracusa. Written by Jason Snell. Thanks to Stephen Hackett, Harry McCracken, Hansen Hsu of the Computer History Museum, and Scott Knaster for script assistance. Audio editing by Myke Hurley and Jim Metzendorf. Video production by Jamie Snell. Designed in California theme by Christopher Breen. References: MacUser and Macworld magazines issues from the period Apple: The Inside Story of Intrigue, Egomania, and Business Blunders by Jim Carlton On the Firing Line by Gil Amelio Apple Confidential 2.0 by Owen Linzmayer Grateful Geek by Jean-Louis Gassée iCon by Jeffrey S. Young Get early access to full series, ad-free listening, and bonus episodes by becoming a member. Submit Feedback

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 09:00:00 GMT http://relay.fm/designed/7 http://relay.fm/designed/7 Jason Snell and Myke Hurley A possible replacement for Mac OS arrives in the form of a company founded by a charismatic former Apple executive--but not the one you're thinking of. A possible replacement for Mac OS arrives in the form of a company founded by a charismatic former Apple executive--but not the one you're thinking of. clean 3296 A possible replacement for Mac OS arrives in the form of a company founded by a charismatic former Apple executive--but not the one you're thinking of. This episode of Designed in California is sponsored by: Aro Base Group: Apple-Focused IT Consulting and Managed Services for Business. Guest Starring: John Siracusa Links and Show Notes: Presented by Myke Hurley and Jason Snell. Special guest John Siracusa. Written by Jason Snell. Thanks to Stephen Hackett, Harry McCracken, Hansen Hsu of the Computer History Museum, and Scott Knaster for script assistance. Audio editing by Myke Hurley and Jim Metzendorf. Video production by Jamie Snell. Designed in California theme by Christopher Breen. References: MacUser and Macworld magazines issues from the period Apple: The Inside Story of Intrigue, Egomania, and Business Blunders by Jim Carlton On the Firing Line by Gil Amelio Apple Confidential 2.0 by Owen Linzmayer Grateful Geek by Jean-Louis Gassée iCon by Jeffrey S. Young Get early access to full series, ad-free listening, and bonus episodes by becoming a member. Submit Feedback

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 09:00:00 GMT http://relay.fm/designed/5 http://relay.fm/designed/5 Jason Snell and Myke Hurley In the mid-1990s, Apple knew the classic Mac OS was running out of time. As the company's most important product sped toward a cliff, Apple began an increasingly desperate attempt to build a replacement. In the mid-1990s, Apple knew the classic Mac OS was running out of time. As the company's most important product sped toward a cliff, Apple began an increasingly desperate attempt to build a replacement. clean 3091 In the mid-1990s, Apple knew the classic Mac OS was running out of time. As the company's most important product sped toward a cliff, Apple began an increasingly desperate attempt to build a replacement. Guest Starring: John Siracusa Links and Show Notes: Presented by Myke Hurley and Jason Snell. Special guest John Siracusa. Written by Jason Snell. Thanks to Stephen Hackett for script assistance. Audio editing by Myke Hurley and Jim Metzendorf. Video production by Jamie Snell. Designed in California theme by Christopher Breen. References: MacUser and Macworld magazines issues from the period Apple: The Inside Story of Intrigue, Egomania, and Business Blunders by Jim Carlton On the Firing Line by Gil Amelio Apple Confidential 2.0 by Owen Linzmayer Get early access to full series, ad-free listening, and bonus episodes by becoming a member. Submit Feedback 20 Macs for 2020 #6: DayStar Genesis MP (#15)

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 09:01:00 GMT http://relay.fm/designed/6 http://relay.fm/designed/6 Jason Snell and Myke Hurley Apple's homegrown next-generating operating system fails to launch, leaving the company in dire straits and searching for a lifeline from outside the company. Apple's homegrown next-generating operating system fails to launch, leaving the company in dire straits and searching for a lifeline from outside the company. clean 2933 Apple's homegrown next-generating operating system fails to launch, leaving the company in dire straits and searching for a lifeline from outside the company. This episode of Designed in California is sponsored by: Selkie Design: An indie app development studio that makes Substage and Hour by Hour. Guest Starring: John Siracusa Links and Show Notes: Presented by Myke Hurley and Jason Snell. Special guest John Siracusa. Written by Jason Snell. Thanks to Stephen Hackett for script assistance. Audio editing by Myke Hurley and Jim Metzendorf. Video production by Jamie Snell. Designed in California theme by Christopher Breen. References: MacUser and Macworld magazines issues from the period Apple: The Inside Story of Intrigue, Egomania, and Business Blunders by Jim Carlton On the Firing Line by Gil Amelio Apple Confidential 2.0 by Owen Linzmayer Get early access to full series, ad-free listening, and bonus episodes by becoming a member. Submit Feedback

Is a car wash a building with machinery in it or a robot? This question allows us to flip the “episodes since ‘Robot or Not’ was about robots” sign back to zero. John Siracusa and Jason Snell.

Is a car wash a building with machinery in it or a robot? This question allows us to flip the “episodes since ‘Robot or Not’ was about robots” sign back to zero. John Siracusa and Jason Snell.

The Encyclopedia Galactica defines a robot as a mechanical apparatus designed to do the work of a man. The marketing division of the Sirius Cybernetics Corporation defines a robot as “Your Plastic Pal Who’s Fun to Be With.” The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy defines the marketing devision of the Sirius Cybernetic Corporation as “a bunch of mindless jerks who’ll be the first against the wall when the revolution comes.” John Siracusa and Jason Snell.

The Encyclopedia Galactica defines a robot as a mechanical apparatus designed to do the work of a man. The marketing division of the Sirius Cybernetics Corporation defines a robot as “Your Plastic Pal Who’s Fun to Be With.” The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy defines the marketing division of the Sirius Cybernetic Corporation as “a bunch of mindless jerks who’ll be the first against the wall when the revolution comes.” John Siracusa and Jason Snell.

Is a place overseas if you don’t have to go over a sea to get there? John Siracusa and Jason Snell.

Is a place overseas if you don’t have to go over a sea to get there? John Siracusa and Jason Snell.

If you can’t hear part of this episode it’s because that part was in parentheses. Thanks to (Listener) Charlie for sending in this question. John Siracusa and Jason Snell.

If you can’t hear part of this episode it’s because that part was in parentheses. Thanks to (Listener) Charlie for sending in this question. John Siracusa and Jason Snell.

Listener Joseph is unclear about where rafts fit into the whole boat hierarchy. We also toss some kayaks, canoes, and submarines into the water. John Siracusa and Jason Snell.

Listener Joseph is unclear about where rafts fit into the whole boat hierarchy. We also toss some kayaks, canoes, and submarines into the water. John Siracusa and Jason Snell.

Listener Steven makes a lot of assumptions about what games are card games, but we set him straight. John Siracusa and Jason Snell.

Listener Steven makes a lot of assumptions about what games are card games, but we set him straight. John Siracusa and Jason Snell.

Happy Friday and welcome to the Whiskey Tequila Fridays Podcast 4th Year Anniversary Episode!  For Episode 100, The Boys review the previous 12 months, including a few of their favorite QuickSips™. This 'sode features Don Fulano Reposado, Michter's Unblended American Whiskey, Centinela Reposado (Tall Bottle), Sazerac Rye 125, an Eagle Rare Single Barrel, and the El Tequileno 50th Anniversary Anejo, and a special surprise bottle from our guest, Jeff Huber of the Wheaton Whisky Club. Okay, it's a Pappy 20... no big deal! This episode is the first to appear on video!  Head on over to YouTube and show The Boys some love! https://youtu.be/cURUysQNBdA So pull up a chair, keep the screen in view, gather your friends, open some bottles, listen, watch, and sip along, and Make It A Happy Friday™! This first video edition of the podcast includes some shady audio at times- The Boys will get that straightened out eventually. Plus, the Hype Horn was completely removed by noise cancellation. If you want to get a little more of the full experience, why don't you head on over to wherever you listen to podcasts and download all of the previous 99 audio-only episodes! "Thank You" to Brad Niccum of  @Tastingtequilawithbrad  and John Siracusa of Listen Deck, producing podcasts for professionals. Find John at  @Listendeck  www.listendeck.com and https://www.linkedin.com/in/siracusa/ A HUGE "Thank You" to the great folks at Subourbon, the sexy speakeasy recording location for this episode. https://subourbon.bar/ 120 W Wesley St, Wheaton, IL 60187 And the BIGGEST "Thank You" to YOU! Whether this is your first episode or your hundredth, The Boys appreciate your support.

Listener Tim asks us about when a walk becomes a hike. Is it about topology? Degree of difficulty? Those seeking hard and fast rules may be frustrated by the result. John Siracusa and Jason Snell.

Listener Tim asks us about when a walk becomes a hike. Is it about topology? Degree of difficulty? Those seeking hard and fast rules may be frustrated by the result. John Siracusa and Jason Snell.

Just in time for Wimbledon, Listener Muhammad provides a “tennis robot” for us to judge. We issue a judgment, but we’re not particularly happy about it. John Siracusa and Jason Snell.

Just in time for Wimbledon, Listener Muhammad provides a “tennis robot” for us to judge. We issue a judgment, but we’re not particularly happy about it. John Siracusa and Jason Snell.

Listener Wes has a Scotland-based observation about whether baked potatoes are stuffed or dressed. Seems straightforward, innit? John Siracusa and Jason Snell.

Listener Wes has a Scotland-based observation about whether baked potatoes are stuffed or dressed. Seems straightforward, innit? John Siracusa and Jason Snell.

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 21:00:00 GMT http://relay.fm/upgrade/624 http://relay.fm/upgrade/624 The Memory Guys 624 Jason Snell and Myke Hurley In the spirit of the Summer of Fun (and Apple history Kickstarters), John Siracusa joins us to discuss when Apple was forced to replace the Classic Mac OS. Also, John Ternus gives some love to Apple's designers and Tim Cook says prices are going up! In the spirit of the Summer of Fun (and Apple history Kickstarters), John Siracusa joins us to discuss when Apple was forced to replace the Classic Mac OS. Also, John Ternus gives some love to Apple's designers and Tim Cook says prices are going up! clean 6913 Subtitle: John Is Going to Talk NowIn the spirit of the Summer of Fun (and Apple history Kickstarters), John Siracusa joins us to discuss when Apple was forced to replace the Classic Mac OS. Also, John Ternus gives some love to Apple's designers and Tim Cook says prices are going up! This episode of Upgrade is sponsored by: Fitbod: Get stronger, faster with a fitness plan that fits you. Get 25% off your membership. Mercury Weather: Forecasts, beautifully done. Download now for free. Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code UPGRADE. Designed in California on Kickstarter: If you enjoyed this episode, please consider supporting us! Guest Starring: John Siracusa Links and Show Notes: Get Upgrade+. More content, no ads. Check out Upgrade merch! Submit Feedback Apple Announces Major App Store Changes on iOS in Brazil - MacRumors Apple Plans Camera AirPods, iPhone Foldable 2, 20th Anniversary iPhone in 2027 - Bloomberg Apple Plans Second-Generation iPhone Air Launch for Spring 2027 - Bloomberg Apple's New CEO Ternus Needs to Shake Up Design; Apple's 2027 iPhone Road Map - Bloomberg Exclusive | Apple Price Increases ‘Unavoidable,' Tim Cook Says in WSJ Exclusive - WSJ Outgoing Apple CEO delivers the bad news: Prices are going up – Six Colors Apple Price Increases, Apple Intelligence and the E.U. – Stratechery by Ben Thompson Intel stock rises after Trump touts U.S.-built chip deal with Apple – CNBC Designed in California – Kickstarter Campaign

Listener Santiago wonders if a ‘wolf-inspired’ vehicle from Kawasaki is a robot, a metal horse, or just a vehicle. John Siracusa and Jason Snell.

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 21:00:00 GMT http://relay.fm/upgrade/624 http://relay.fm/upgrade/624 Jason Snell and Myke Hurley In the spirit of the Summer of Fun (and Apple history Kickstarters), John Siracusa joins us to discuss when Apple was forced to replace the Classic Mac OS. Also, John Ternus gives some love to Apple's designers and Tim Cook says prices are going up! In the spirit of the Summer of Fun (and Apple history Kickstarters), John Siracusa joins us to discuss when Apple was forced to replace the Classic Mac OS. Also, John Ternus gives some love to Apple's designers and Tim Cook says prices are going up! clean 6913 Subtitle: John Is Going to Talk NowIn the spirit of the Summer of Fun (and Apple history Kickstarters), John Siracusa joins us to discuss when Apple was forced to replace the Classic Mac OS. Also, John Ternus gives some love to Apple's designers and Tim Cook says prices are going up! This episode of Upgrade is sponsored by: Fitbod: Get stronger, faster with a fitness plan that fits you. Get 25% off your membership. Mercury Weather: Forecasts, beautifully done. Download now for free. Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code UPGRADE. Designed in California on Kickstarter: If you enjoyed this episode, please consider supporting us! Guest Starring: John Siracusa Links and Show Notes: Get Upgrade+. More content, no ads. Check out Upgrade merch! Submit Feedback Apple Announces Major App Store Changes on iOS in Brazil - MacRumors Apple Plans Camera AirPods, iPhone Foldable 2, 20th Anniversary iPhone in 2027 - Bloomberg Apple Plans Second-Generation iPhone Air Launch for Spring 2027 - Bloomberg Apple's New CEO Ternus Needs to Shake Up Design; Apple's 2027 iPhone Road Map - Bloomberg Exclusive | Apple Price Increases ‘Unavoidable,' Tim Cook Says in WSJ Exclusive - WSJ Outgoing Apple CEO delivers the bad news: Prices are going up – Six Colors Apple Price Increases, Apple Intelligence and the E.U. – Stratechery by Ben Thompson Intel stock rises after Trump touts U.S.-built chip deal with Apple – CNBC Designed in California – Kickstarter Campaign

Listener Santiago wonders if a ‘wolf-inspired’ vehicle from Kawasaki is a robot, a metal horse, or just a vehicle. John Siracusa and Jason Snell.

Listener Paul has heard the term “cobot” to refer to “collaborative robots,” but can a robot that requires a human to function really be a robot? John Siracusa and Jason Snell.

Listener Paul has heard the term “cobot” to refer to “collaborative robots,” but can a robot that requires a human to function really be a robot? John Siracusa and Jason Snell.

Listener Griffin wonders what you could put on pasta that would arguably make it a sauce. John probably considers this sacrilege, but here we are. John Siracusa and Jason Snell.

Listener Griffin wonders what you could put on pasta that would arguably make it a sauce. John probably considers this sacrilege, but here we are. John Siracusa and Jason Snell.

Listeners Mark and Matt wants to know if everything on a screen is a video game. Jason ponders the idea that a PDF printout of a crossword puzzle could be a video game. John says that he is being silly and he should take these questions more seriously. John Siracusa and Jason Snell.

Listeners Mark and Matt wants to know if everything on a screen is a video game. Jason ponders the idea that a PDF printout of a crossword puzzle could be a video game. John says that he is being silly and he should take these questions more seriously. John Siracusa and Jason Snell.

Listener Matt has caught John in a trap, because once on ATP John referred to something as a robot that is not a robot. Does John use his own definitions in real life? Are podcasts real life? What is the meaning of this?! John Siracusa and Jason Snell.

Listener Matt has caught John in a trap, because once on ATP John referred to something as a robot that is not a robot. Does John use his own definitions in real life? Are podcasts real life? What is the meaning of this?! John Siracusa and Jason Snell.

Let’s travel 40 years back in time, to Chicago in 1986, where on one legendary day, a high school student named Ferris Bueller bends time and space, all in service of cheering up his best friend. We break down what makes “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off” still work after all these years. Jason Snell with Cicero Holmes, Quinn Rose, Deborah Stanish, Erika Ensign and John Siracusa.

Let’s travel 40 years back in time, to Chicago in 1986, where on one legendary day, a high school student named Ferris Bueller bends time and space, all in service of cheering up his best friend. We break down what makes “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off” still work after all these years. Jason Snell with Cicero Holmes, Quinn Rose, Deborah Stanish, Erika Ensign and John Siracusa.

Unofficial Fan of “Robot or Not” Alexander wants to know what makes something official. Why are David Smith’s transcripts of The Talk Show “unofficial” if John Gruber links to them? John Siracusa and Jason Snell.

Unofficial Fan of “Robot or Not” Alexander wants to know what makes something official. Why are David Smith’s transcripts of The Talk Show “unofficial” if John Gruber links to them? John Siracusa and Jason Snell.

Listener Ed doesn’t keep his pizza wheel in his knife, but it’s got a blade and cuts things. What makes a knife a knife? John Siracusa and Jason Snell.

Listener Ed doesn’t keep his pizza wheel in his knife, but it’s got a blade and cuts things. What makes a knife a knife? John Siracusa and Jason Snell.

Listener Caleb saw an ergonomics assistance backpack at a trade show, advertised as a robot. Can you wear… a robot? John Siracusa and Jason Snell.

Listener Caleb saw an ergonomics assistance backpack at a trade show, advertised as a robot. Can you wear… a robot? John Siracusa and Jason Snell.

Listener Jason used ChatGPT to find information that answered a colleague’s question. But did he “look it up?” John Siracusa and Jason Snell.

Live from Estes Park, Colorado, listener Kyle has eaten at a pizza place where his food was delivered via a robot! But… is it a robot, or not? After a swift verdict, John and Jason then spend far more time digging deep on Antonio’s Pizza and what sort of pizza it provides to the people of Colorado. John Siracusa and Jason Snell.

We complete our run through blades with “Blade Runner 2049,” a late sequel in which Ryan Gosling plays a replicant detective searching for an explosive secret that could change everything… and is unsurprisingly tied to characters from “Blade Runner.” We discuss why a replicant might need a holographic girlfriend, Jared Leto’s eyes, and once again, if Deckard is a replicant or not and why that really doesn’t matter. Jason Snell with John Siracusa, Erika Ensign, Dan Moren and Monty Ashley.

Listener Joshua is really focused on the grammar of Superhero and Supervillain names. Is Batman a bat? Does Doctor Doom have an advanced degree? Can Rogue keep her name while joining the X-Men? Are there any rules at all? John Siracusa and Jason Snell.

No voiceovers! More unicorns! Our journey deep into the futuristic world of 2019 Los Angeles continues with another look at “Blade Runner” — this time, it’s “The Final Cut” edition. Deckard’s identity revealed, sort of? Voiceovers removed! Superfans and sort-of-fans compare, contrast, and discuss. Jason Snell with John Siracusa, Antony Johnston, Erika Ensign and Moisés Chiullán.

Who better to join the show to commemorate Apple's 50th anniversary than John Siracusa?