Technically Working

• TW130: Wireless Mics, Safer Phones, and Smarter Recording Setups

  Show Notes Michael and Damashe dig into real-world audio and workflow upgrades—why Cleanfeed’s aux routing can quietly reset, how the DJI wireless kit performs (32-bit float, monitoring quirks, accessibility gaps), and when handheld SM58s beat Beta 58s for live/hybrid rooms. Damashe talks through pre-ordering the Meta Oakley Vanguard (and why the Seeing AI partnership nudged him), then shares first-hand notes from flashing GrapheneOS on a Pixel—eSpeak’s direct-boot advantage, practical setup caveats, and who this is actually for. Plus: Zoom H6 Studio vs. H6 Essential (hello, physical gain knobs), Windows 10 life support via ZeroPatch, and a simple plan to keep UTM links consistent when you reshare site content. Highlights Cleanfeed gotcha: Aux output mapping can revert when a guest reconnects—double-check before relying on a backup/stream path. DJI Wireless notes: dual TX, on-unit recording, 32-bit float, line-out monitoring; menu accessibility is limited. Live sound choice: SM58 handhelds for forgiving pickup and crowd control; add disposable windscreens for shared mics. Zoom H6 Studio: larger XY mics, physical gain knobs, 32-bit float or 16/24-bit mode, clearer layout for quick tweaks. GrapheneOS on Pixel: open-source, stronger posture; you’ll need sighted help during install; eSpeak enables speech at boot. Meta Oakley Vanguard: interest driven by Access API and Seeing AI tie-in—buy for what it does now, not just potential. Remote event tip: Always get an off-site listener to sanity-check your mix; in-room monitoring can mislead. UTM consistency: Prefer a simple builder (inside WP or a script) so source/medium names stay uniform over time. Win10 after EOL: Consider ZeroPatch if you must stay put—but be cautious online regardless. Rough Chapters 00:00 Cleanfeed aux routing & backup recording 04:30 DJI Wireless kit: hardware tour & monitoring 17:45 Meta Oakley Vanguard pre-order & Access API musings 28:50 Zoom H6 Studio vs. H6 Essential 39:05 SM58 wireless set & live-room strategy 45:35 Remote sound-check best practices 47:00 Double Tap appearance & misc. follow-ups 50:00 Windows 10 options (ZeroPatch) 54:40 GrapheneOS setup, eSpeak, and security takeaways 1:08:15 UTM link-building idea for consistent sharing Say hi: @[email protected] • Follow updates: @[email protected] Feedback: [email protected] (Thanks for listening—and extra thanks to Tip Jar supporters for keeping the mics on.) Support Technically Working by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/technically-working Find out more at https://technically-working.pinecast.co Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/technically-working/1de8e85e-4d98-4bf2-8595-7128d6d4b111 This podcast is powered by Pinecast. Try Pinecast for free, forever, no credit card required. If you decide to upgrade, use coupon code r-431b7d for 40% off for 4 months, and support Technically Working.

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• TW129 - New iPhones, Smarter Glasses, and the Buttons That Matter

  • Backup recordings that save the day: Audio Hijack vs. Reaper, why Cleanfeed still sounds great, and how one Safari input setting ruined a “perfect first take.” • Smart glasses roundup: – Meta Display now has a screen reader and an Access API. Why that could open the door to third-party apps and what it might mean for Envision and other niche devices. – Real-world wants: trigger descriptions without saying “Hey Meta,” FaceTime/Zoom/Meet compatibility, and using glasses as a true external camera. – Ray-Ban/Oakley interest: better cameras and battery life make them tempting. Ship dates and why Mike probably won’t have them for the cruise. – Samsung rumors: watching the late-month event to see how XROS-based glasses might change the landscape. • iPhone 17 Pro Max first impressions: – Trade-ins, in-store luck, and day-one battery life that actually lasts. – The new camera button (and ideas like mapping Seeing AI), plus the action button still set to ring/silent for now. – USB-C is still the quality-of-life upgrade that changes everything. – Apple Intelligence tied to ChatGPT: handy that Siri queries show up in your ChatGPT history… until they clutter it. • AirPods and Apple Watch: – Eyeing AirPods Pro (3rd gen) for smaller size, better ANC, and battery bumps. – SE is a solid value; Ultra 3 is appealing for battery and the physical action button—no new sensors this year, lots of ML-driven insights. • Privacy and platforms: – Using AI where it’s strongest, keeping assistants in their lanes, and tying AI apps to shortcuts/action buttons for real device control. • Domestic interlude: – Potato-and-sausage crock-pot soup (Tabasco optional). Turkey or beef swap works. • Quick bugs and fixes: – macOS Calculator chatters “left-to-right mark” with VoiceOver. For quick math, use LaunchBar. For deeper work, try Soulver. Nerds: PCalc. • Housekeeping and how to reach us: – Tip Jar keeps the lights on (and maybe funds a pair of smart shades). If you’re enjoying the show, head to technicallyworking.show and chip in. – Feedback: [email protected] – Mastodon: Michael = Payown @ dragonscave.space • Demasi = Demasi @ technically.social – Follow the bot for episode posts: TW @ technically.social • P.S. – If you work at Meta (or any smart-glasses team) and want real-world feedback, we’re happy to test. Listeners picking up the Meta Display or new Oakleys—tell us how you’re using them. Support Technically Working by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/technically-working Find out more at https://technically-working.pinecast.co Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/technically-working/7041682d-a3ec-4971-913a-0bc291f22a41 This podcast is powered by Pinecast. Try Pinecast for free, forever, no credit card required. If you decide to upgrade, use coupon code r-431b7d for 40% off for 4 months, and support Technically Working.

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• TW128 – Streaming Setups, Mic Debates, and Bi

  In this episode, Michael and Damashe kick things off by comparing recording setups with Cleanfeed, Reaper, and Audio Hijack before diving into a spontaneous story about nose injuries and streaming credentials. The conversation shifts to gear talk, including Ben’s upcoming birthday gifts—a Sennheiser Profile microphone, boom arm, and windscreen—and why headset mics didn’t make the cut. Michael and Damashe share candid opinions on the Sennheiser Profile versus classics like the ATR2100X, with plenty of laughs about Amazon “streaming bundles” and discontinued favorites. They also chat about e-bikes, Twitch streaming versus YouTube, and what makes an affordable but effective setup for creators just getting started. If you enjoy a mix of tech banter, practical gear advice, and a dose of humor, this episode has it all. Support Technically Working by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/technically-working Find out more at https://technically-working.pinecast.co Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/technically-working/1b99af94-b925-405b-9688-78b9c815508f This podcast is powered by Pinecast. Try Pinecast for free, forever, no credit card required. If you decide to upgrade, use coupon code r-431b7d for 40% off for 4 months, and support Technically Working.

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• TW127: Archiving Email Smarter, Keyboard Maestro Hacks, and Apple’s Next Move

  In this episode of Technically Working, Michael and Damashe dive into email management frustrations and fixes. From 1Password’s latest quirks with VoiceOver on iOS to hidden keystrokes in Mac Mail, they share practical tips to keep your inbox manageable. Michael experiments with Keyboard Maestro to make the delete key archive instead of trash, while Damashe drops shortcuts you probably didn’t know existed. They also chat about UPS shipping tricks, buying gear on eBay without getting burned, and whether Apple is overreaching—or finally catching up—in AI. With Apple’s September event on the horizon, the guys weigh in on what’s coming with new iPhones, Watches, and maybe even AirPods with health tracking. Got a take on the next iPhone or a favorite automation trick? Reach out and let us know what’s working for you. Support Technically Working by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/technically-working Find out more at https://technically-working.pinecast.co Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/technically-working/4a97314c-8e1c-47ea-b3f5-064ec00428dc This podcast is powered by Pinecast. Try Pinecast for free, forever, no credit card required. If you decide to upgrade, use coupon code r-431b7d for 40% off for 4 months, and support Technically Working.

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• TW126: Whine, Reaper, Repeat

  Michael hunts down a mystery whining noise in his studio and walks through a clean, step-by-step troubleshooting plan: strip the setup to basics, test the Vocaster solo, then re-introduce the mixer and cabling one piece at a time. We talk about when gear isn’t designed for how screen reader users actually use it, and what to do when a board might be internally crosstalking. Backup plan if the mixer’s down? Michael may swap to a Soundcraft; Damashe offers a loaner. TipJar bonus this week: a concise Reaper tutorial from Michael on saving projects the smart way—defaults, folder structure, and why it’s always FLAC. We compare render times (Intel Windows vs Apple silicon), touch on Windows on ARM machines and battery life, and swap notes on iZotope tools (D-Verb love, when Dialog Isolate shines). Then we nerd out about real-time translation: Google’s call demo, Microsoft’s past Skype magic, and Michael’s hands-on with Meta Ray-Bans translating Spanish in the wild. iOS 26 chatter: a friendlier Phone app, voicemails in the calls list, and the delightfully simple “Set as Ringtone” from an audio message. Also: SharePlay memories, dictation auto-capitalizing hashtags, and Mastodon clients we like. Shout outs to Garth (ReaProducer, Reaper wiki crew), Jacob, Robin, and Sean. Thanks to every listener spreading the show. If your podcast app lets you rate, that helps a ton. Want to go the extra mile? Add “Technically Working” to your email signature or share a link on social—tag #TechnicallyWorking with the T and W capitalized for screen reader clarity. Get in touch Email: [email protected] Mastodon: Michael is payown at dragonscave.space, Damashe is damashe at technically.social Follow the bot for new episode posts: twatecniche at technically.social TipJar Subscribers get the Reaper “Save Projects Like a Pro” mini-episode and notes. Not a member yet? You’ll get early, practical extras that make your audio life easier. Support Technically Working by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/technically-working Find out more at https://technically-working.pinecast.co Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/technically-working/f412eb0f-9dde-4b5e-983b-7b8d93819005 This podcast is powered by Pinecast. Try Pinecast for free, forever, no credit card required. If you decide to upgrade, use coupon code r-431b7d for 40% off for 4 months, and support Technically Working.

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