The Talk Show With John Gruber

Episodes

• 456: ‘Lubricate the Inside of the Hinge’, With Joanna Stern

  Oct 25, 2026

  The iPhone Duo is best understood as an excellent small tablet that is compromised as a conventional phone, not as a universal replacement for the standard iPhone.

• 455: ‘I’m Thinking X, Not X’, With Andru Edwards

  Sep 26, 2026

  No matter how many flights Andru takes, the trend of passengers keeping airplane windows closed during the day reflects our screen addiction and changing cabin culture.

• 454: ‘Getting the Snack Right’, With Chance Miller

  Aug 11, 2026

  iOS 27’s beta release pace is slower than previous years, with notable bugs and regressions impacting user trust in Siri AI.

• 453: ‘What’s in Louie’s Wallet’, With Louie Mantia

  Jul 31, 2026

  Apple’s UI and icon design have undergone significant revisions, with recent updates showing promising improvements in clarity and consistency.

• 452: ‘A Scam Held Together With Patriotism and Golden Paint’, With Quinn Nelson

  Jul 24, 2026

  The Trump T1 phone is a poorly made, politically branded device that exemplifies a broader phenomenon of using patriotism for brand hype rather than quality.

• 451: ‘Taking Drugs to Get Fat’, With John Moltz

  Jul 1, 2026

  Apple's recent hardware price hikes are largely due to inflation in RAM and SSD components, but they strategically set prices to align with upcoming hardware updates.

• 450: ‘Perp Walk for Selfies’, With Jason Snell

  Jun 23, 2026

  Apple's WWDC 2026 was more subdued but focused on solid, incremental improvements in software, emphasizing bug fixes, stability, and user interface refinements rather than flashy features.

• 449: ‘Live From WWDC 2026’, With Joanna Stern and Nilay Patel

  Jun 10, 2026

  Apple’s WWDC 2026 showcased a more humble, practical, and stability-focused approach, marking a leadership transition with the addition of John Ternus.

• 448: ‘Twins Named John’, With Stephen Hackett

  Jun 1, 2026

  Apple’s account management, especially involving multiple Apple IDs and family sharing, remains extremely complicated due to legacy systems, limited support for merging accounts, and storage management issues.

• 447: ‘A Sociopathic Father’, With Adam Lisagor

  May 16, 2026

  AI coding tools have drastically lowered the barriers for non-programmers to create sophisticated software and apps.

• 446: ‘Food and Beverage Director’, With MG Siegler

  May 1, 2026

  Tim Cook’s leadership has been focused on operational excellence, supply chain management, and steady growth, contrasting with Steve Jobs' visionary product focus.

• 445: ‘Apple at 50’, With John Siracusa

  Apr 1, 2026

  Apple's history is marked by transformative products that reflect its ability to adapt and innovate, particularly under the leadership of Steve Jobs.

• 444: ‘You’re Going to Have the Niggles’, With Christina Warren

  Mar 29, 2026

  Base Model Advantage: The iPhone 17e is acknowledged for its value and updated features compared to its predecessors, making it a strong choice for first-time iPhone users.

• 443: ‘The Pogue Feature’, With David Pogue

  Mar 18, 2026

  David Pogue's book documents the rich history of Apple, emphasizing its products and innovations.

• 442: ‘Bad Dates’, With Jason Snell

  Mar 1, 2026

  The 2025 Apple Report Card reveals mixed reviews about the performance and usability of Apple products, highlighting both strengths and weaknesses.

• 441: ‘Serious Opinionators’, With Adam Engst

  Feb 25, 2026

  The new Unified view and Filter menu changes in iOS 26 are intended to improve user navigation but have generated mixed reactions.

• 440: ‘Flush a Radar’, With Brent Simmons

  Feb 1, 2026

  Brent Simmons returns to discuss his retirement, the evolution of NetNewsWire, and the nuances of app development.

• 439: ‘A Mitigated Disaster’, With Daniel Jalkut

  Jan 27, 2026

  Winter weather can create a unique and nostalgic atmosphere, prompting reflection on urban life.

• 438: ‘2025 Year in Review’, With Rene Ritchie

  Dec 31, 2025

  The content creation landscape has transformed dramatically, with YouTube serving as a prominent example of rapid growth and the complications that come with scalability.

• 437: ‘A Naughty Citizen’, With Quinn Nelson

  Dec 24, 2025

  The joy and challenges of parenting are shared experiences among new fathers, highlighting common milestones.