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Technology writer and podcaster; former Macworld editor, writes Six Colors and hosts podcasts on Relay FM and The Incomparable.
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Ferrite Recording StudioSoftware Wooji Juice
On the iPad, I write using 1Writer or Drafts, and edit podcasts using the Apple Pencil and Ferrite Recording Studio, which is the best podcast editing app I've found on any platform.
His written "Uses This" interview, covering his writing and podcast-production setup.
2021-01-24·usesthis.com ↗
Uplift V2Hardware Uplift Desk
I recently bought a new desk, the Uplift V2, with a reclaimed wood desktop, and I love it.
His written "Uses This" interview, covering his writing and podcast-production setup.
2021-01-24·usesthis.com ↗
Uplift V2 standing deskHardware Uplift Desk
I recently bought a new desk, the Uplift V2, with a reclaimed wood desktop, and I love it.
An interview in "The Setup", the usesthis.com series that asks people what hardware and software they use to get their work done. Answers are in their own words.
2021-01-24·usesthis.com ↗
Vortex Race 3Hardware Vortex
Right now my keyboard of choice is the Vortex Race 3 with Cherry Brown mechanical keyswitches.
His written "Uses This" interview, covering his writing and podcast-production setup.
2021-01-24·usesthis.com ↗
Audio-Technica ATR2100xHardware Audio-Technica
most people should just buy an Audio-Technica ATR2100x microphone. It's what I use when I travel.
His written "Uses This" interview, covering his writing and podcast-production setup.
2021-01-24·usesthis.com ↗
iMac ProHardware Apple
At my desk I use an iMac Pro, which I bought largely because I wanted a lot of processor power to speed up production of a lot of my podcasts.
His written "Uses This" interview, covering his writing and podcast-production setup.
2021-01-24·usesthis.com ↗
Magic Trackpad 2Hardware Apple
I switched to a trackball in the 90s and when Apple introduced the Magic Trackpad I switched to that. I'm using a Magic Trackpad 2.
His written "Uses This" interview, covering his writing and podcast-production setup.
2021-01-24·usesthis.com ↗
Zoom H6Hardware Zoom
My field recorder, which I also use when I am recording remotely, is a Zoom H6.
His written "Uses This" interview, covering his writing and podcast-production setup.
2021-01-24·usesthis.com ↗
Keychron K2Hardware Keychron
when I do this I use a Viozon iPad stand and an external keyboard, probably the Keychron K2 with brown switches.
His written "Uses This" interview, covering his writing and podcast-production setup.
2021-01-24·usesthis.com ↗
BBEditSoftware Bare Bones Software
On the Mac, I write in BBEdit and write short blog posts in MarsEdit.
His written "Uses This" interview, covering his writing and podcast-production setup.
2021-01-24·usesthis.com ↗
MarsEditSoftware Red Sweater Software
On the Mac, I write in BBEdit and write short blog posts in MarsEdit.
His written "Uses This" interview, covering his writing and podcast-production setup.
2021-01-24·usesthis.com ↗
FantasticalSoftware Flexibits
I use MailPlane for email, Fantastical to keep my calendar, Slack to stay in touch with my colleagues and collaborators, and Twitterrific to check Twitter.
His written "Uses This" interview, covering his writing and podcast-production setup.
2021-01-24·usesthis.com ↗
Logic ProSoftware Apple
I edit podcasts on the Mac in Logic Pro, edit video in Final Cut Pro, and remove noise from audio tracks using iZotope RX 8.
His written "Uses This" interview, covering his writing and podcast-production setup.
2021-01-24·usesthis.com ↗
iZotope RX 8Software iZotope
I edit podcasts on the Mac in Logic Pro, edit video in Final Cut Pro, and remove noise from audio tracks using iZotope RX 8. I record all my podcasts using Audio Hijack.
His written "Uses This" interview, covering his writing and podcast-production setup.
2021-01-24·usesthis.com ↗
Audio HijackSoftware Rogue Amoeba
I record all my podcasts using Audio Hijack.
His written "Uses This" interview, covering his writing and podcast-production setup.
2021-01-24·usesthis.com ↗
iPad ProHardware Apple
When I'm not at my desk I primarily use a 12.9-inch iPad Pro.
His written "Uses This" interview, covering his writing and podcast-production setup.
2021-01-24·usesthis.com ↗
Shure SM7BHardware Shure
My microphone is a Shure SM7B connected to a USBPre 2 audio interface. I don't really recommend this (expensive!) setup for anyone; most people should just buy an Audio-Technica ATR2100x microphone.
His written "Uses This" interview, covering his writing and podcast-production setup.
2021-01-24·usesthis.com ↗
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