The Talk Show With John Gruber

Episodes

• 436: ‘Financial Boner’, With Tyler Hayes

  Nov 30, 2025

  Smaller phones are making a comeback in popularity, particularly foldable technology that offers portability without sacrificing functionality.

• 435: ‘Lincoln Bio Services’, With Stephen Robles

  Nov 22, 2025

  Transitioning to full-time content creation can be both exciting and terrifying, highlighting the importance of building a supporting community.

• 434: ‘Knee-Jerk Contrarian’, With Dan Frommer

  Nov 18, 2025

  The transition to subscription models in media allows for independence and financial sustainability for creators.

• 433: ‘Meat Bags’, With Brian Mueller

  Oct 31, 2025

  Carrot Weather started as a side project as a quirky weather application with strong personality, evolving into a successful full-time venture.

• 432: ‘You and Frank Sinatra’, With Dan Moren

  Oct 26, 2025

  Health tracking apps can sometimes provide misleading data, emphasizing the importance of personal experience over technology.

• 431: ‘Iconic Pig Lipstick’, With John Moltz

  Oct 1, 2025

  The iPhone 17 lineup introduces significant camera improvements with better low-light performance and new lens options.

• 430: ‘Ersatz PopSocket’, With Andru Edwards

  Sep 1, 2025

  That generational divide in media coverage between older journalists and rising influencers impacts how tech events are perceived and executed.

• 429: ‘Weird Turtle Fake Out’, With Matthew Panzarino

  Aug 26, 2025

  Joe Caroff's design legacy continues to impact modern branding, particularly exemplified by the 007 logo.

• 428: ‘Michigan-Starred Fine Dining’, With Louie Mantia

  Jul 31, 2025

  Liquid Glass design introduces various changes to Apple's UI, stirring excitement and concern among users and developers.

• 427: ‘The Shift-2 Crowd’, With Jason Snell

  Jul 25, 2025

  The early computing landscape was defined by the rivalries between platforms like the Apple II, Commodore 64, and Atari.

• 426: ‘The Cutting Edge Latest Supermodel’, With David Smith

  Jun 30, 2025

  WWDC 2025 showcased Apple's clear direction for developers and a renewed commitment to consistent and cohesive design.

• 425: ‘Through the Wall Like Kool-Aid Man’, With Chance Miller

  Jun 27, 2025

  The trademark discussion highlights the complexities surrounding product naming and trademarking in the tech industry.

• 424: ‘Live From WWDC 2025’, With Joanna Stern and Nilay Patel

  Jun 14, 2025

  iMazing continues to provide excellent tools for iOS device management and backups.

• 423: ‘Sewing Machine Repair Shop’, With Patrick McGee

  May 30, 2025

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• 422: ‘A Monkey on a Rock’, With Stephen Hackett

  May 26, 2025

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• 421: ‘The Ratchet of Flippancy’, With Craig Mod

  Apr 30, 2025

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• 420: ‘The Best Hatched Plan’, With Glenn Fleishman

  Apr 20, 2025

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• 419: ‘Podcasting Technology Cadence’, With MG Siegler

  Mar 23, 2025

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• 418: ‘Putting a Stink on the Letter X’, With Craig Hockenberry

  Mar 9, 2025

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• 417: ‘Nothing Is Possible’, With Paul Kafasis

  Feb 25, 2025

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