I walk my dog three times a day and that gives me the opportunity to listen to lots of technology and Apple/Mac-related podcasts. I’ve given up on most of the Leo Laporte ones – they seem to talk about nothing for over an hour and the people on them don’t portray that much knowledge. I […]
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My Take on Mac Podcasts

Dec 22nd 2007 by

My Take on Mac PodcastsI walk my dog three times a day and that gives me the opportunity to listen to lots of technology and Apple/Mac-related podcasts.

I’ve given up on most of the Leo Laporte ones – they seem to talk about nothing for over an hour and the people on them don’t portray that much knowledge. I get more accurate information from the web than I pick up on Leo’s podcasts (sorry, netcasts). The exception may be MacBreak Tech but the presenters of that are so pretentious I can’t stand listening to them.

However, that’s not to say I don’t like some podcasts. The MacCast is a favorite of mine. I also like the Macworld podcasts. However, the one I like the most is Mac OS Ken – it is the first podcast I listen to when it is available.

Ken Ray (the presenter and producer of the podcast) is trying to monetize the show by offering a members-only weekend edition for $10 per month. Now, that may be a bit pricey for some but there will still be five free shows per week.

So, do you have a particular Mac related podcast that you love (or hate?) and what do you think about paying for a podcast?

I’ve subscribed to Ken’s weekend edition and will let you know what I think of the show after the first month (when it will be time for me to decide whether to continue subscribing or cancel).

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