Hidden macOS 26 Features, Homebrew Upgrades, and VPN Gotchas — Mac Geek Gab 1122 You dive straight into practical macOS and workflow wins, starting with macOS 26’s new ability to record video by window and moving quickly into keeping your Homebrew setup clean, current, and fast. You learn how…

The Hidden Work of Fun: Systems for Working Musicians — Gig Gab 514 with Richard Page You love the music, but being a working musician comes with friction, and this episode tackles it head-on. You dig into the real difference between tribute bands and celebration projects, how to prep when…

FridAI – Building with Perplexity + Manus AI – Business Brain 713 In this episode of Business Brain, you explore how tools like Perplexity and Manus AI can move you from scattered ideas to clear execution. You see how AI helps you design a professional development plan, clarify complex concepts…

Make Yourself Uncomfortable – Business Brain 712 In this episode of Business Brain, you’re challenged to stop playing it safe and start leaning into the discomfort that drives real growth. You explore why staying comfortable is often the biggest limiter in business, and how intentional unease…

Waiting for Snow Tahoe — Mac Geek Gab 1121 You dig into the little things macOS quietly does for you, starting with the surprising truth about Clipboard History and why macOS 26 might feel slower than you'd expect. You explore ways to rein things in, from taming runaway apps to making better use…

Lindsay Manfredi’s Road to Cold: Music, Micro-Pivots, and Radical Self-Worth — Gig Gab 513 You follow Lindsay Manfredi’s wild, non-linear path from merch table to main stage, and she shows you exactly how saying yes, showing up, and outworking your fear can change your entire trajectory. You hear…

FridAI – Meta Glasses + AI Troubleshooting – Business Brain 711 In this episode of Business Brain, you take a hard look at the hidden risks of using AI to troubleshoot problems in your business. You learn why trusting confident-sounding answers without context can lead you astray, and how…

Start Before You’re Ready + Demand Avoidance – Business Brain 710 In this episode of Business Brain, you’re challenged to stop waiting for perfect conditions and start before you feel ready. You don’t need every system built or every detail nailed down to make an offer and move forward. You learn…

Siri, It’s Time For an Intercontinental Misunderstanding — Mac Geek Gab 1120 You jump straight into a rapid-fire run of Quick Tips that quietly level up how you use your devices every day. You learn how iOS 26 now shows charging time right on the lock screen, how to build polished collages in…

Booking Smarter, Singing Harder: Demetri Papanicolau on Gig Life — Gig Gab 512 You follow Demetri Papanicolau’s winding path from Fidelity financial consultant to full-time booking agent and working musician, discovering how taking risks, saying yes to scary gigs, and learning from every stage…

FridAI – Limitless and Privacy – Business Brain 709 In this episode of Business Brain, you dive into the rising tension between innovation, trust, and responsibility in the world of AI. As Shannon and Dave unpack National Salesperson Day, they pivot into the challenge of working with tools that…

Belief Comes Before Ability – Business Brain 708 In this episode of Business Brain, you learn why belief has to show up before skill ever can. You’re pushed to take action immediately—not by buying gear, courses, or tools, but by selling what you already have to get real-world wins fast. As you…

Scoring the Sleep Scores – Mac Geek Gab 1119 You dive into a packed Cool Stuff Found episode this week, moving fast from sensor-powered tinkering with phyphox to smarter dictation using Wispr Flow, altitude readouts in CarPlay, and Emby’s upgraded media management. You get practical wins too:…

From Hiatus to 250K Streams: The Gale Bird Story with Sean Monahan — Gig Gab 511 Sean Monahan from Gale Bird joins Dave Hamilton to walk you through their path of being successful working musicians in an original band. You follow Gale Bird's path from college songwriting to a 13-year hiatus and a…

The Work IS the Reward + Overdoing Customer Service – Business Brain 706 In this episode of Business Brain, you’re reminded that the work itself is the reward—and that avoiding the arrival fallacy is key to building a Charmed Life. Shannon and Dave push you to reframe your mindset from have to to…

Treat Your TV Like a Monitor — Mac Geek Gab 1118 You kick off this episode with a rapid-fire blast of Quick Tips that sharpen how you use your Mac, iPhone, and apps every day. You learn how to tame iOS typing quirks, get the most out of dictation in ChatGPT’s Mac app, clean up Safari’s sidebar,…

Gig Wisdom & Scheduled Fun Time with @MattMusty of Train — Gig Gab 510

FridAI Google Antigravity + Context AI – Business Brain 705 In this episode of Business Brain, you dive into a Casual FridAI conversation where Shannon Jean and Dave Hamilton explore everything from Google’s playful foray into “antigravity” ideas to the rise of vibe-based coding and whether it…

Permissionless UTMs and Persistent Pests – Business Brain 704 You’re juggling data, marketing, and momentum, and this episode shows you how to turn all three into leverage. You learn why permissionless UTMs let you track audience behavior without waiting for approval, giving you a sharper view of…

Call Haptics, Photo GeoData Warnings, and Space-Saving iPhone Tricks — Mac Geek Gab 1117 You kick off this week’s episode on D. B. Cooper Day with a rapid-fire mix of fresh iOS 26 tricks and Mac power-moves. You learn how iOS 26's haptic call alerts work, how Alfred can shut down your Mac faster…

Inside Brian Wilson, The Beach Boys, and The Beatles with David Leaf — Gig Gab 509 You drop into this episode walking side-by-side with David Leaf as he revisits the moments that shaped his life around Brian Wilson’s genius. You hear how Brian needed unconditional connection to create, how Leaf…

FridAI Blind Spot Prompt – Business Brain 703 On this episode of Business Brain, you explore how to use AI as a tool for revealing blind spots you didn’t even know you had. With prompts designed to surface hidden assumptions and second-order effects, you learn how to turn AI into a sharper…

Lifestyle Business Complacency- Business Brain 702 Adding value in business doesn’t always mean solving every problem — sometimes simply naming the issue helps people unlock their own path forward. That mindset protects you from the Consultant Trap, where you feel obligated to deliver solutions…

iOS 26 Hidden Gems, Gift Guide Favorites, and the Return of Your Old Nest Thermostat — Mac Geek Gab 1116 You kick off with a blast of rapid-fire tips: instantly saving PDFs from Google Docs, digging photos out of Messages, moving your playlists into Apple Music with iOS 26, tightening up your…

FridAI – GPT Carplay and Context Windows – Business Brain 701 You’re living in the future now—where ChatGPT rides shotgun and your car’s dashboard becomes your co-pilot. This week, you’ll explore how AI and CarPlay are merging to make driving smarter and conversations with tech more natural.…

The Power of Consistency – Business Brain 700 You know that consistency is the secret sauce of every successful venture. This episode shows you how showing up—again and again—builds your credibility, sharpens your edge, and strengthens your moat against competitors. With the Business Brain hosts…

Don’t Not Undo That! — Mac Geek Gab 1115 This week on Mac Geek Gab, you, Pilot Pete, Adam Christianson, and Dave Hamilton dive headfirst into a whirlwind of Quick Tips and real-world Apple wisdom. You’ll learn how to clean up those pesky “recovered” Messages folders, fine-tune your Apple TV…

Tangents, Tracks, and Tenacity — Gig Gab 507 In this episode, you’ll join Dave and returning guest co-host Adam Moskowitz, Chief Groove Officer of VAM Band, as they dive headfirst into the world of nanny tracks, first-gig chaos, and future-proofing your sound. From building tracks in Reaper to…

FridAI – ChatGPT Tricks + Limitless Pendent – Business Brain 699 You’ll learn how to supercharge your entrepreneurial workflow with AI as Shannon and Dave dive into the latest ChatGPT tricks, from snapping store photos to capturing screenshots and shaping your business philosophy with better…

Age is Just Another Wave to Ride – Business Brain 698 As you navigate the waves of life and business, this episode reminds you that age isn’t a limitation—it’s momentum. Shannon and Dave dive into how your brain evolves from chasing facts to harnessing wisdom, helping you spot patterns and ride…

Sound Better, Gig Smarter: Tools, Tips, and Gear That Work — Gig Gab 506 with @davehamilton

Innovation or Irritation? UX Crimes and Misdemeanors — Mac Geek Gab 1114 In Mac Geek Gab 1114, you’ll uncover a ton of real-world Apple wisdom — from mastering Apple TV’s hidden control center to supercharging your Mac keyboard shortcuts. Learn how to re-enable Low Data Mode on your new iPhone,…

FridAI – BrowserAI – Business Brain 697 You’re already using AI every day—but are you actually using it smartly? In this week’s Business Brain, Shannon Jean and Dave Hamilton explore the next level of practical AI for entrepreneurs, from using your browser to scrape data instantly to letting AI…

Motivational Endurance – Business Brain 696 You already know that building a business is a marathon, not a sprint—but how do you keep running when the finish line keeps moving? In this week’s Business Brain, Shannon Jean and Dave Hamilton dive into the concept of Motivational Endurance, sharing…

Laughs, Life, and Lessons with James “Diamond” Williams from The Ohio Players – Gig Gab 505 This week, you’re sitting down with funk legend James “Diamond” Williams from The Ohio Players! From his jazz roots and early gigs at age 14 to shaping the groove of “Love Rollercoaster” and “Fire,” Diamond…

FridAI – Devil’s Advocate Prompts – Business Brain 695 In this episode of Business Brain, Dave and Shannon kick off a lighthearted Casual FridAI conversation that revolves around practical AI tips and how they’re integrating AI tools into everyday problem solving. Dave shares a recent experience…

10x instead of 2x – Business Brain 694 In this episode of Business Brain, Shannon Jean and Dave Hamilton explore the difference between 2x and 10x growth mindsets. Shannon shares a quote from a recent event — “focus on 10x, not 2x” — and breaks down how the 2x approach is about working harder and…

Do Your Homework and Don’t Get Caught — Mac Geek Gab 1112 This week, you’re diving deep into a treasure trove of quick tips and practical geekery with Dave, Pilot Pete, and Adam! From setting iOS call-back reminders to connecting keyboards to your iPhone or iPad, you’ll learn how to make Apple’s…

Beyond The Stage: How Band Summits Change Everything – Gig Gab 504 Mike Schulte returns to Gig Gab for a deep dive into the conversations that make bands stronger. You’ll explore how band summits—those intentional moments to step away from gigs and just talk—can reset your focus, rebuild trust,…

FridAI – ChatGPT Did My Taxes?! Business Brain 693 Dave and Shannon open Casual Friday with a Shopify nod, then spotlight listener David’s “vibe-coded” Replit app for high-school sports. His web iPad tool tracks scoring, fouls, streaks, and biggest leads, exports structured summaries to an AI…

Dave and Shannon AMA – Business Brain 692 Dave and Shannon kick off episode 692 with a Shopify sponsor read and dive into listener-submitted interview questions. Jeff’s favorite prompt—“How many gas stations are in the U.S.?”—is used to evaluate problem-solving under pressure, not factual recall.…

This One Goes To The Eleventh Dimension — Mac Geek Gab 1111 You’ll come out smarter — and maybe even safer — after this week’s Mac Geek Gab with Pilot Pete, Adam Christianson, Dave Hamilton, and a triumphant return from John F. Braun. From unlocking hidden gems in iOS 26’s Health app and securing…

The Power of the Page: Inside Cover Band Central’s Massive Reach — Gig Gab 503 with Steve Witschel You’re diving into the power of persistence and adaptability in this episode of Gig Gab with guest co-host Steve Witschel. From building and moderating a 132,000-member Cover Band Central group to…

FridAI: ChatGPT Tasks + AI in the Movies – Business Brain 691 Dave and Shannon kick off episode 691 on National Handbag Day, segueing from Shannon’s experiment that grew into selling 7,000 handbags and nearly $4M in revenue. He explains how handbags taught him the power of emotional selling and…

Execution > Information – Business Brain 690 Dave and Shannon open episode 690 on National Fluffernutter Day with playful banter before diving into the core theme: “execution is the moat, not information.” They argue that oversharing isn’t risky because ideas are plentiful; what matters is doing…

We Don’t Personality Shame — Mac Geek Gab 1110 This week on Mac Geek Gab, you’re climbing to new heights—literally and geekily—with Pilot Pete, Adam Christianson, and Dave Hamilton. With big, 6,000-foot energy, you’ll inhale knowledge (not bear spray!) with Quick Tips like disabling auto-return to…

From Load-In to Bus Call: A Tech’s Life on the Big Time Rush Tour with Stephen Kramer Glickman — Gig Gab 502 with Justin Scheidling Justin Scheidling takes us inside a day in the life of a touring tech, supporting the bands of Stephen Kramer Glickman and Katelyn Tarver on the Big Time Rush tour,…

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FridAI Limitless – Business Brain 689 Dave and Shannon kick off Casual FridAI by sharing practical body language tactics for Zoom and sales calls: stand to boost energy, avoid crossed arms, gesture intentionally (without smacking the mic), and hide self-view to reduce fatigue. They invite listener…

Indie Music Mastery: Marketing, Email, and AI with Jack McCarthy — Gig Gab 501 Jack McCarthy joins you on Gig Gab to dig into the real business of music, how to grow attention, capture it, and convert it into lasting fan relationships. You’ll learn why the right material works, how to transform…