Bobby J, The “Mac Convert”

Macconvert #23 My Desktop

Wed, 23 Apr 2008 23:29:55 -0400

Bobby J talks about some programs to customize your desktop. He also talks about the programs Celtx (which is a great freeware all-around production suite for theatre and movies, recordings, etc.) He also talks about one of his favorite apps - Skitch. Stay tuned because in the following weeks, Mac Convert will change format to a more polished podcast. I hope to see you around!

Macconvert #22 MacHeist Loot

Sun, 12 Aug 2007 18:37:56 -0400

Bobby J talks about the software pickup from MacHeist and using the program typewriter keyboard to steal away a few special moments of creative time

Macconvert #21 (The Sweat Show)

Tue, 15 May 2007 22:03:14 -0400

Today, is the SWEAT show. Bobby J produces an entire podcast from his HOT HOT car and doesn’t end the show until he is dripping wet. Download it. It is just fun!

Macconvert #20

Thu, 10 May 2007 23:02:51 -0400

Bobby J gets his first international audio clips. JB from Australia points out: DRM Dumpster - http://www.macupdate.com/info.php/id/23278, MediaFork - http://www.macupdate.com/info.php/id/24032, Isquint - http://www.isquint.org/getit.php

Macconvert 19

Mon, 30 Apr 2007 12:53:36 -0400

Bobby J talks about his Apple Repair Service experience. He is having a problem with the trackpad button, some discoloration and also a brightness flickering issue with the monitor.

Macconvert 18

Tue, 6 Mar 2007 22:14:43 -0500

The Freeware Special. Bobby J lets us in on tons of titles that will give you hours of fun and productivity on the Mac--all for free!

Macconvert 17

Wed, 17 Jan 2007 15:21:50 -0500

Bob finally gets back from his long hiatus. He discusses a strategy to get your DVD movies ripped and on an external drive for use with Front Row.

Macconvert #16 Jolly Time

Fri, 8 Dec 2006 21:41:44 -0500

An action-packed episode. Bobby J explains his absence and talks about his heart surgery. He also plays a stirring rendition of “Silent Night,” but runs into a chair in the kitchen and hurts his sternum in the process. He also speaks about some simple tricks including using command-comma and he creates a few simple songs to help you remember. He briefly discusses his new cell phone and iStopMotion as well. You do not want to miss this episode. Email Bobby J for a copy of the mp3 song silent night or rip with Audio Hijack from this podcast!

Macconvert#15 (Motorola Q Video)

Tue, 28 Nov 2006 21:24:55 -0500

Bobby J gives a quick update on why there have been no episodes for the last few weeks - he has had heart bypass surgery. More episodes to come in the following weeks.

Macconvert#14 (Video Podcast)

Wed, 1 Nov 2006 12:14:16 -0500

Bobby J records a Vidcast video from his car over his lunch break at work. He struggles to pug the Mac into the power inverter. then he speaks about his favorite new little app “Delicious Library.”

Macconvert#13

Sat, 21 Oct 2006 18:03:34 -0400

The Spelling Bee Episode. Bobby J has a lot of fun applications to share with his friends. He also gifts and iTunes gift certificate to his buddy Steve who wrote in. He talks about Celestia, Cacophony, Fission and Ebony and Ivory. The sound quality is nicer as this is the first episode in weeks to be back in the studio.

Macconvert#12

Mon, 2 Oct 2006 12:55:41 -0400

Our host returns from a few weeks with no Mac convert episodes. His hair is cut and he's talking Apple updates. Be sure to check out the episode artwork for some goofy tongue tricks. Also, email Bobby J. If your email is used on the show, you will win a prize.

Macconvert#11

Fri, 15 Sep 2006 12:26:14 -0400

This episode discusses the announcements from Steve Jobs’ “It’s Showtime” event including: the new ipods, iTunes 7, Apple selling Disney studio movies and the ITV. Bobby J Also talks about getting Front Row to work on an external television.

Macconvert#10

Thu, 7 Sep 2006 15:41:13 -0400

Bobby J talks about his pet peeves with his Macbook including discoloration, a sleep issue, and the misuse of memory within Mac OS X Tiger. This is Bobby J’s 10th episode. Send him some feedback at will@macconvert.us

Macconvert#9

Fri, 25 Aug 2006 00:03:47 -0400

Bobby J discusses things that have been tickling his fancy. He discusses Quicksilver, Soundbyte, and tweaking the Mac for better performance using scripts from macscripter.net. He talks about using Maintenance 3.5 and all that this automatic script does to speed up the Mac. Probably the most informative Macconvert to date and very entertaining. It is recorded from outdoors. Email Bobby J with comments on the show at will@macconvert.us

Macconvert#8

Fri, 11 Aug 2006 20:39:58 -0400

Bobby J talks about some of Apple’s announcements from the keynote speech of the World Wide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2006 including: the Mac Pro, and the next OS Leopard that touts enhancements to Apple Mail, iChat and a new and exciting application, Time Machine. A very quick paced show. Share Bobby J’s excitement after hearing news from the WWDC.

Macconvert#7

Wed, 2 Aug 2006 00:31:26 -0400

Is this the week where Bob decides once and for all to give up Windows? Listen to find out. Even if he doesn’t he talks about a lot of exciting applications including the Skype with Video preview for Mac, Automator, IShowU and the Missing Sync for Windows Mobile. Check it out!

Macconvert#6

Tue, 25 Jul 2006 13:23:02 -0400

This episode was produced with and talks about Ubercaster. Ubercaster is a podcasting software that allows a great intuitive interface for the podcaster and more flexibility than Garageband. Head on over to www.ubercaster.com to check out the status of this project

Macconvert#5

Tue, 18 Jul 2006 12:31:38 -0400

This episode discusses options for resizing the Windows partition when utilizing bootcamp for the Intel-based Macs. It also talks about an uninstall utility--AppZapper, getting your contacts migrated from Outlook to Entourage (using Now Contacts as an intermediary) and using Audacity. Bobby J is starting to sound a little depressed that he is not getting any emails. Please send your comments to will@macconvert.us. Or, we might experience the first podcast suicide in the next few weeks. LOL. Although, he will have to figure out how to automate the uploading--with him being dead and all.

Macconvert#4

Mon, 10 Jul 2006 13:28:18 -0400

Bobby J discusses software to rip and convert DVDs to other file formats and receives the show’s first fan mail. This short episode is perfect to get ready to in the morning or to pop in the car on the way to work. It is the first podcast to be created while Bobby J is at his day job (over lunch of course).

Macconvert#3

Sun, 2 Jul 2006 00:02:44 -0400

The show is introduced by Bobby J’s computer voice Bruce. Bobby J goes on to talk about VNC software (both host and client) for the MAC OS. He talks about a funny prank that he pulled on his wife using VNC and the Speech engine through Mac OS X Tiger. He also references MacZot.com and briefly touches upon the free program iClip that is available for download. He packs a lot of neat information into 12 minutes. You must listen!

Macconvert#2

Wed, 28 Jun 2006 00:34:39 -0400

Bobby J talks about his new domain and email address. He also gives a shout out to the folks from digg.com and thanks them for supporting the show. He reiterates the idea behind the show and talks again about the type of apps that would make him a true convert. Also in this episode, Bobby J discusses Mac user ridicule, and a couple of new segments including: listener email and geeky thing of the day. Check it out.

Macconvert#1

Mon, 26 Jun 2006 00:58:46 -0400

Bobby J welcomes you to his new podcast. It is the first (of hopefully many) shows where he talks about his personal experience converting to MAC OS X from being a long-time Windows power user.