Jason Snell

Mentioned in 13 analyzed podcast episodes across 6 shows

A prominent tech journalist and founder of SixColors.com, known for hosting MacBreak Weekly and appearing regularly on shows like Upgrade and Mac Power Users. He's frequently discussed in Apple-focused podcast circles for his insights on Apple strategy, product announcements, and industry analysis. His early involvement with Relay.fm helped establish credibility for the podcast network in the tech community.

Appears On

MacBreak Weekly (Audio)All TWiT.tv Shows (Audio)Macworld Podcast 9to5Mac Happy Hour Accidental Tech Podcast Mac Power Users

Episode Appearances

MacBreak Weekly (Audio) · May 6, 2026

MBW 1023: Don't Be Contemptible - Apple Sets a New Record for Its Second Quarter Results

“Guest panelist; analyzed Apple earnings, Vision Pro strategy, and provided app recommendations”

Apple Q2 2026 Financial Results and GuidanceiPhone 17 Launch Success and China Market RecoveryServices Revenue Growth and ARPU Expansion

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All TWiT.tv Shows (Audio) · May 6, 2026

MacBreak Weekly 1023: Don't Be Contemptible

“MacBreak Weekly co-host; covers Apple earnings and strategy; hosts Upgrade podcast; recommended Pedometer++ app”

Apple Q2 2026 Earnings Results and GuidanceiPhone 17 Launch Success and China Market RecoveryMac mini/Studio Supply Chain Constraints and TSMC Capacity

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MacBreak Weekly (Audio) · Apr 15, 2026

MBW 1020: AirPods for Your Face - Is the MacBook Neo a Hit?

“Co-host discussing MacBook Neo supply dynamics, AI strategy, and Vision Pro ecosystem”

MacBook Neo supply chain and chip binning strategyApple smart glasses design and privacy implicationsAI infrastructure spending and competitive dynamics

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Macworld Podcast · Apr 8, 2026

Episode 978: Requiem for the Mac Pro

“Guest from previous episode discussing Apple's 50-year history”

Mac Pro discontinuation and product line strategyApple's professional vs. consumer product positioningMac Studio as Mac Pro replacement analysis

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MacBreak Weekly (Audio) · Apr 8, 2026

MBW 1019: Furious, Eloquent, and Unrestrained - The Earth: Shot on iPhone

“Co-host discussing Apple news, foldable iPhone, labor practices; wrote extensively on Apple 50th anniversary”

Artemis II Moon Mission iPhone PhotographyFoldable iPhone Manufacturing DelaysApple Store Labor Practices and Training

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9to5Mac Happy Hour · Apr 2, 2026

AirPods Max 2 review, Apple’s anniversary, Mac Pro discontinued

“Long-time Apple observer and community member with deep historical perspective”

Mac Pro discontinuation and Apple's pro desktop strategyAirPods Max 2 hardware design and audio improvementsApple's 50th anniversary marketing and brand reflection

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Macworld Podcast · Apr 1, 2026

Episode 977: Memories of Apple on its 50th Anniversary

“Primary guest; covered Apple for two-thirds of its 50-year existence; appeared on Jeopardy! and touched original iPhone”

Apple's 50th Anniversary MilestonesiPod Launch and Music Industry StrategyiPhone Development and Press Access

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9to5Mac Happy Hour · Feb 19, 2026

Apple event confirmed, iOS 26.4 features, Apple AI devices

“Podcast host on Upgrade who had similar questions about embargo status of Apple event invites”

Apple March 4 Special Experience Event Format and Product AnnouncementsiOS 26 Adoption Rates and User Reception of Liquid Glass DesigniOS 26.4 Beta Features: Apple Music Redesign and Video Podcast Support

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MacBreak Weekly (Audio) · Feb 18, 2026

MBW 1012: Joining the YOLO Club - Apple's Special Experience Event on March 4th

“SixColors.com founder; attending Apple March 4 event in New York; discussing streaming business on Downstream podcast”

Apple March 4 Special Experience EventMacBook colorful redesign rumorsM5 Pro and M5 Max chip announcements

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Accidental Tech Podcast · Feb 16, 2026

679: An Adversarial Relationship With Myself

“Tech journalist; inspired Casey's purchase of portable battery pack for emergency power”

iOS App Friction Design and Behavioral ModificationWater Damage Prevention and IoT Sensor NetworksApple Silicon M5 Chip Architecture and SKU Strategy

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MacBreak Weekly (Audio) · Feb 11, 2026

MBW 1011: Oy and Whoop! - iPhones to the Moon!

“Host; returned from Hawaii; discussed Apple strategy, health platforms, and curling as pick of the week”

Apple Health Platform Competitive PositioningM5 Chip Architecture and Modular DesignAI Feature Adoption in Consumer Smartphones

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Mac Power Users · Feb 8, 2026

835: Farewell, Stephen

“Tech journalist who joined Relay.fm early; cited as example of network's early credibility”

Podcast Production and Editing WorkflowsApple Silicon Transition and Mac Hardware EvolutionProductivity Applications and Workflow Optimization

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MacBreak Weekly (Audio) · Feb 4, 2026

MBW 1010: A Strand of Woz's Beard Hair - Apple's Record Quarter

“MacBreak Weekly host on vacation; predicted Apple's record quarter; provided color graphs for earnings analysis”

Apple Q1 2026 Earnings: Record Revenue and iPhone PerformanceServices Revenue Strategy and Margin ExpansionApple Intelligence and Google AI Partnership Positioning

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Jason Snell

Episode Appearances

MBW 1023: Don't Be Contemptible - Apple Sets a New Record for Its Second Quarter Results

MacBreak Weekly 1023: Don't Be Contemptible

MBW 1020: AirPods for Your Face - Is the MacBook Neo a Hit?

Episode 978: Requiem for the Mac Pro

MBW 1019: Furious, Eloquent, and Unrestrained - The Earth: Shot on iPhone

AirPods Max 2 review, Apple’s anniversary, Mac Pro discontinued

Episode 977: Memories of Apple on its 50th Anniversary

Apple event confirmed, iOS 26.4 features, Apple AI devices

MBW 1012: Joining the YOLO Club - Apple's Special Experience Event on March 4th

679: An Adversarial Relationship With Myself

MBW 1011: Oy and Whoop! - iPhones to the Moon!

835: Farewell, Stephen

MBW 1010: A Strand of Woz's Beard Hair - Apple&#039;s Record Quarter

MBW 1010: A Strand of Woz's Beard Hair - Apple's Record Quarter