"Welcome to 'Technically Working', the go-to podcast for tech enthusiasts and productivity seekers alike. Hosts Michael Babcock and Damashe Thomas take you on a journey through the ever-evolving world of technology and productivity. As Mac OS and iPhone users, they share their personal experiences and tips on staying productive while using these tools. But they don't stop there - they also explore other platforms like Android and Windows to bring you a comprehensive view of the tech landscape. Tune in each episode to hear them keep each other accountable, discuss the latest tools and strategies, and share their journey to reaching their goals. Whether you're a small business owner, freelancer, or simply looking to boost your productivity, 'Technically Working' is the perfect podcast for anyone looking to level up their tech skills and get things done."
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"Welcome to 'Technically Working', the go-to podcast for tech enthusiasts and productivity seekers alike. Hosts Michael Babcock and Damashe Thomas take you on a journey through the ever-evolving world of technology and productivity. As Mac OS and iPhone users, they share their personal experiences and tips on staying productive while using these tools. But they don't stop there - they also explore other platforms like Android and Windows to bring you a comprehensive view of the tech landscape. Tune in each episode to hear them keep each other accountable, discuss the latest tools and strategies, and share their journey to reaching their goals. Whether you're a small business owner, freelancer, or simply looking to boost your productivity, 'Technically Working' is the perfect podcast for anyone looking to level up their tech skills and get things done."
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July 13, 2026
#171 – We Also Do Interiors
<h1>Technically Working 171: We Also Do Interiors</h1> <p><strong>Episode summary</strong></p> <p>Michael and Damashe finally come clean about the interior design business they have been running in secret. Damashe weighs a Comcast contract against fiber that has not arrived yet. Michael downgrades his Claude plan, turns Claude into a marketing assistant, and moves Earshot closer to the App Store. Plus Braille inside the box of the new glasses, the Orbit Player getting Bard support, hotel status hacking, and travel tips ahead of St. Louis.</p> <p><strong>In this episode</strong></p> <ul> <li>VoiceOver volume levels and why the number changes depending on headphones, kids, and mixers (0:00)</li> <li>Damashe's internet dilemma: AT&T fiber with no timeline, Comcast at $150 a month for a symmetrical gig, and a one year contract with a $35 per month early termination fee (0:31)</li> <li>Running a contract past AI before you sign it, and why pressure tactics do not work (5:36)</li> <li>Starlink through US Mobile as a possible temporary option (28:11)</li> <li>The interior design confession, and the emails that started it (13:10)</li> <li>A new marketing idea: pull episode teasers off the staging site, have AI read them dramatically, and post the clips (14:00)</li> <li>Word of mouth is working. Running into listeners at NFB in Austin (15:42)</li> <li>The new glasses arrive, still in the case, but there was Braille inside the box (17:03)</li> <li>ChatGPT's iOS app loses its headings, and Michael heads back to Claude (21:11)</li> <li>Downgrading from $100 to $20 on Claude and experimenting with Ollama Cloud (30:34)</li> <li>Hands on with the Orbit Player, and Bard support arriving on the 15th (22:28)</li> <li>Earshot monetization takes shape: Earshot Plus, a tip jar, App Store Connect setup, tax forms, and the 15 percent versus 30 percent form (33:20)</li> <li>Earshot gets a shout out on Double Tap in a segment about useful vibe coded tools (35:15)</li> <li>Marriott Bonvoy, Uber One, and the free coffee economy of lounge access (44:47)</li> <li>ACB Convention is across all 10 streams. Listen at <a href="http://acbmedia.org" rel="nofollow">acbmedia.org</a>, and calendar events populate to the 2026 Conference and Convention button in the ACB Link app (53:03)</li> <li>Still hunting for good barbecue in St. Louis. Beef ribs or brisket preferred (38:20)</li> <li>Airport assistance: do you check the box when booking, or just show up and ask? Using Aira, calling a friend, and deciding when to just walk to the gate yourself (1:03:18)</li> <li>Visualize Access and using pre trip airport orientation to skip the wait (1:08:03)</li> </ul> <p><strong>Call for feedback</strong></p> <p>We want your travel tips. Packing, navigating new spaces, dealing with airports and assistance requests. Send them to feedback@technicallyworking.show.</p> <p><strong>Mentioned in this episode</strong></p> <ul> <li>ACB Media: <a href="http://acbmedia.org" rel="nofollow">acbmedia.org</a></li> <li>ACB Link app, 2026 Conference and Convention section</li> <li>Double Tap podcast</li> <li>Orbit Player</li> <li>Bard (Braille and Audio Reading Download)</li> <li>Graphic Audio: <a href="http://graphicaudio.net" rel="nofollow">graphicaudio.net</a></li> <li>Aira</li> <li>Visualize Access</li> <li>Cooper's BBQ and Taco Deli, Austin</li> <li>Brailsmith</li> </ul> <p><strong>Support the show</strong></p> <p>Tip jar supporters get early access. Head to technicallyworking.show and activate the Support Us link.</p> <p><strong>Find us</strong></p> <ul> <li>Feedback: feedback@technicallyworking.show</li> <li>Michael on Mastodon: @payown@dragonscave.space</li> <li>Damashe on Mastodon: @damashe@technically.social</li> <li>Show bot: @tw@technically.social</li> <li>Hashtag: #TechnicallyWorking</li> </ul> <p>Want the social posts and Substack version next?</p> <p>Support Technically Working by contributing to their tip jar: <a href="https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/technically-working" rel="payment nofollow">https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/technically-working</a></p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://technically-working.pinecast.co" rel="nofollow">https://technically-working.pinecast.co</a></p> <p>Send us your feedback online: <a href="https://pinecast.com/feedback/technically-working/985010bb-1515-4599-818a-2e5a0a706b5f" rel="nofollow">https://pinecast.com/feedback/technically-working/985010bb-1515-4599-818a-2e5a0a706b5f</a></p> <p>Check out our podcast host, <a href="https://pinecast.com" rel="nofollow">Pinecast</a>. Start your own podcast for free with no credit card required. If you decide to upgrade, use coupon code <strong>r-431b7d</strong> for 40% off for 4 months, and support Technically Working.</p>
July 4, 2026
#170 – Technically Working Episode 170: Turn the Right Knob, People Hear You
<p><strong>Audio Gear Talk</strong> Damashe kicks off with an audio interface mishap. He shipped most of his demo gear to Austin for the NFB National Convention, including his usual recorder, and had to quickly set up the Zoom H5 Studio instead. After a few minutes of confusion over gain knobs, the fix turned out to be simple: turn the right one. He walks through his thoughts on the Zoom H1, H4, H5 Studio, H6, H6 Studio, and P4next, covering which ones he prefers and why (mainly manual gain control over digital menus).</p> <p><strong>Claude Remote Control Coding</strong> Michael shares his experience using Claude's remote control feature while traveling in Vegas. He pushed eight TestFlight builds for Earshot from his phone while away from his laptop, sending prompts, reviewing bug reports, and even having Claude message a friend to check on his machine. Claude also handled app signing certificates without Michael physically present to approve it. They talk through when remote control coding actually makes sense versus when it is overkill.</p> <p><strong>Fable Access and Model Usage</strong> A quick discussion on Anthropic's Fable model, its usage costs compared to Opus 4.8, and the tip of using a cheaper model like Sonnet to draft prompts before handing them to a more expensive model for the actual work.</p> <p><strong>Recording and Editing Mishaps</strong> Damashe accidentally rendered a recording at sped up playback speed while editing in Reaper, cutting an hour long file down to 39 minutes. They also compare notes on Alphonic's redesigned interface.</p> <p><strong>Packing for Travel</strong> With ACB National Convention and NFB Convention both coming up, Michael and Damashe compare packing strategies. Topics include suitcase versus tank roll, packing cubes, folded outfit pouches, and Damashe's strong opinion on four wheeled suitcases over two wheeled ones.</p> <p><strong>Streaming Service Frustrations</strong> A shared rant on subscription price increases, particularly Amazon Prime adding ads to Prime Video and raising prices for features nobody asked for, plus general annoyance with Apple's constant upsell notifications.</p> <p><strong>Listener Question: Buying a Windows Laptop</strong> Longtime listener Chad wrote in asking for laptop advice ahead of a new purchase meant to last five to seven years. Michael and Damashe recommend:</p> <ul> <li>Snapdragon (ARM based) processors over Intel or AMD if budget allows</li> <li>16GB RAM minimum, 24 to 32GB if affordable</li> <li>512GB storage as a comfortable baseline</li> <li>Lenovo as their preferred Windows brand, specifically the ThinkPad X1 Carbon or ThinkPad T14s Snapdragon</li> <li>Checking Paul Thurrott's site (<a href="http://thurrott.com" rel="nofollow">thurrott.com</a>) for detailed laptop reviews</li> <li>Physically testing the keyboard in store when possible</li> </ul> <p><strong>Also Discussed</strong></p> <ul> <li>Whisper Flow and FlowType dictation apps</li> <li>Google account overload</li> <li>Siri reliability issues on iOS beta</li> <li>A Raspberry Pi 5 (16GB RAM, unopened) up for grabs from Damashe</li> </ul> <p><strong>Convention Plans</strong> Both hosts will be in St. Louis for ACB National Convention, July 24 to 29. Damashe is also at NFB National Convention in Austin this week. Listeners in either city are invited to reach out.</p> <p><strong>Contact</strong></p> <ul> <li>Email: feedback@technicallyworking.show</li> <li>Michael: @Payown@dragonscave.space</li> <li>Damashe: @Damashe@technically.social</li> <li>Show bot: @TW@technically.social</li> <li>Hashtag: #TechnicallyWorking</li> </ul> <p>Support the show at technicallyworking.show/tipjar</p> <hr> <p>Episode 170 • Runtime: ~1:18:00</p> <p>Want me to move on to social posts next?# Episode Notes</p> <p>Notes go here</p> <p>Support Technically Working by contributing to their tip jar: <a href="https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/technically-working" rel="payment nofollow">https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/technically-working</a></p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://technically-working.pinecast.co" rel="nofollow">https://technically-working.pinecast.co</a></p> <p>Send us your feedback online: <a href="https://pinecast.com/feedback/technically-working/7baa238c-1c81-4225-ae54-189d75ecdd8c" rel="nofollow">https://pinecast.com/feedback/technically-working/7baa238c-1c81-4225-ae54-189d75ecdd8c</a></p> <p>Check out our podcast host, <a href="https://pinecast.com" rel="nofollow">Pinecast</a>. Start your own podcast for free with no credit card required. If you decide to upgrade, use coupon code <strong>r-431b7d</strong> for 40% off for 4 months, and support Technically Working.</p>
June 29, 2026
#169 – Apple's Price Hikes, Smart Glasses, and AI Policy Whiplash
<h3>What We Cover This Week</h3> <h4>Earshot Development Progress and the Claude Workflow</h4> <p>Michael walks through where the Earshot podcast app stands after another round of Claude-assisted development. The improvements keep landing, the test loop is tightening, and Michael shares what's working in the build process. If you want to kick the tires yourself, the public TestFlight link is below.</p> <h4>Damashe on the New Siri Beta</h4> <p>The capabilities are genuinely impressive — but the limitations around third-party app integration are exactly where the friction shows up. Damashe gets into what's working, what isn't, and why the third-party gap matters more than Apple seems to think.</p> <h4>FloType for Blind and Low-Vision Users</h4> <p>We promised we'd point listeners to FloType, the new VoiceOver-first keyboard from developer Rocco. It picks up the eyes-free typing approach that Fleksy pioneered and FlickType refined — tap roughly where the keys would be on a QWERTY layout, swipe right to commit the word, swipe down to cycle suggestions. The public beta opened in June 2026 and is actively under development. Links below.</p> <h3>Apple's Price Increases — and the Refurb Math</h3> <p>Damashe and Michael unpack Apple's recent price increases across the lineup. Damashe wasn't surprised that they happened — supply chain pressure plus expired component pricing made it inevitable — but he was surprised by <strong>how fast</strong> they hit after Tim Cook's announcement. We get into why the iPhone is conspicuously absent from the increases (Damashe's read: Apple is holding that lever for the September refresh).</p> <h4>The MacBook Neo Touch ID Refurb</h4> <p>Michael flags that the MacBook Neo with Touch ID is now in Apple's refurb store at $679 — but the savings versus the previous refurb price are only about $20. That sparks a broader conversation about when Apple's refurb store actually wins. Our take: the included AppleCare tips the value calculation in Apple's favor versus Amazon, B&H, or other retailers — even when the headline price doesn't.</p> <h3>Pirate Ship for Cheap, Sane Shipping</h3> <p>Quick recommendation for anyone shipping on eBay or otherwise: Pirate Ship integrates cleanly, the rates are hard to beat, and the workflow is straightforward. Both of us use it.</p> <h3>Smart Glasses: Echo Vision from AGIGA, Meta Ray-Bans, and Why Damashe Is Holding Off</h3> <p>Michael received a free pair of <strong>Echo Vision</strong> smart glasses from AGIGA and is starting a head-to-head against his Meta Ray-Bans. He'll be reporting back as testing continues.</p> <p>Damashe explains why, despite putting money down on the Echo Vision earlier, he hasn't pulled the trigger on a purchase. The delayed shipping timeline, ongoing concerns about real-world functionality versus price, and a frustrating experience with his current Oakley Vanguards (uncomfortable fit, lens color issues) have all stacked up. The plan: let Michael run the gauntlet first, then decide.</p> <p>This leads into a broader technical point about smart glasses generally — the importance of a separate compute device versus trying to cram everything into the frames themselves, and what that means for where the category is actually heading.</p> <h3>AI Policy Whiplash and Why It Matters</h3> <p>Damashe gets candid about his frustration with the rapid policy shifts and government restrictions in the AI space — specifically around Anthropic's Fable model and the Mythos security tool. The deeper concern isn't any single rule; it's the inconsistency. Building a business on a platform whose ground rules change month to month is hard. The tech industry needs stability to plan, and right now it isn't getting it.</p> <h3>Behind the Scenes</h3> <p>We also work through some audio gremlins at the top of the episode (microphone swap, settings adjustments, phone static) — par for the course, and resolved before things really get going.</p> <hr> <h3>Links and Apps Mentioned</h3> <ul> <li><a href="https://testflight.apple.com/join/u8dj5UTr" rel="nofollow">Earshot TestFlight</a></li> <li><a href="https://testflight.apple.com/join/dhcfFwK8" rel="nofollow">FloType keyboard TestFlight</a></li> <li><a href="https://chat.whatsapp.com/Hp2cFrEcDBAArGJAmLsWzc?mode=gi_t" rel="nofollow">FloType beta tester WhatsApp group</a></li> <li><a href="https://pirateship.com" rel="nofollow">Pirate Ship</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.apple.com/shop/refurbished" rel="nofollow">Apple Refurbished Store</a></li> <li><a href="https://agiga.ai" rel="nofollow">AGIGA Echo Vision smart glasses</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.meta.com/smart-glasses/" rel="nofollow">Meta Ray-Bans</a></li> </ul> <h3>Connect With the Show</h3> <p>Follow Technically Working on Mastodon: <a href="https://technically.social/@TW" rel="nofollow">@TW@technically.social</a></p> <p>Reach Damashe at <a href="https://technically.social/@damashe" rel="nofollow">@damashe@technically.social</a> </p> <p>Follow Michael <a href="https://dragonscave.space/@payown" rel="nofollow">@payown@dragonscave.space</a></p> <p>Send feedback, questions, or topics for future episodes our way, <a href="mailto:feedback@technicallyworking.show" rel="nofollow">feedback@technicallyworking.show</a> — we read everything.</p> <p>Support Technically Working by contributing to their tip jar: <a href="https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/technically-working" rel="payment nofollow">https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/technically-working</a></p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://technically-working.pinecast.co" rel="nofollow">https://technically-working.pinecast.co</a></p> <p>Send us your feedback online: <a href="https://pinecast.com/feedback/technically-working/9c098f14-de7d-4974-b5ad-8d692288a766" rel="nofollow">https://pinecast.com/feedback/technically-working/9c098f14-de7d-4974-b5ad-8d692288a766</a></p> <p>Check out our podcast host, <a href="https://pinecast.com" rel="nofollow">Pinecast</a>. Start your own podcast for free with no credit card required. If you decide to upgrade, use coupon code <strong>r-431b7d</strong> for 40% off for 4 months, and support Technically Working.</p>
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